A LOCK MECHANISM WITH TWO DIFFERENT OPENING FEATURE FOR PANEL DOORS Technical Field

This invention relates to a mechanism which enables panel doors to move angularly and linearly and where the two different movement figures can be applied on the same model.

The said invention relates to lock mechanisms which enable the panel doors to move linearly on y-axis and axially (angularly) on x-axis. A repulsion socket is found on the said panel door which enables the door to lock on y-axis. The said invention is also related to an eccentric locking device equipped with a lock bolt pin which enables the rotation and a lock bolt connected to the lock socket on the panel door. Background of the Invention

As it is well known, panel doors are structures used in cupboard covers and doors used for several purposes. Generally, panel doors with large structure which are described as sliding doors have two different models which are equipped with linear and angular movements. Linear movement panels used in the existing technique occupy less space when compared to angular movement systems since the panel opens linearly. Thus, it is advantageous in confined spaces. It is easily opened with less effort. Loss of energy is low during opening and closing (for use in heating-cooling-greenhouse purposes). The disadvantages of linear movement panels can be described as follows: It is not possible to clean the blind spots between two parallel panels which are beyond the reach of hand. Assembly and disassembly is difficult. During use, since the panel opening space is little during loading, it is difficult to perform loading. The module is not suitable for use by two people at the same time.

The cleaning of the panels is easy in angular movement panels. Assembly and disassembly is easy. During use, since the panel opening space is spacious during loading, it provides an advantage for loading.

The disadvantages of the angular movement panels can be described as follows: Since the panel functions angularly, it uses much more space when compared to linear movement panels. It is not suitable for use in confined spaces. The probability of slamming and accidents is higher. The risk of accident is high when the panel opens or closes. The loss of energy is high during opening and closing (for use in heating-cooling-greenhouse purposes).

There is an application dated 2005/05/31 and nr TR2005/02046 amongst the patent applications regarding panel doors. As specified in the abstract section of this application of yours; hangar door which opens by folding sideways are structured by connecting the door panels to each other and to the bearing support profiles with double-sided hinges and by means of at least one power-wing used for folding the door panels in the desired spot. The door panels are folded side by side on any spot over the door opening to be vertical to the axis of lower and upper tracks by means of engine power or manually. In addition, the switch mechanism installed behind the door panels enables for the uprightness of the door panels.

Another application is the application nr. TR2009/05409. In this application, the invention relates to a "sliding hangar door" used as doors in large scale buildings and hangars; which has a four- wheel movement mechanism installed on the upper part of the hangar door, door wings partially or completely coated with acrylic or polycarbonate materials besides panel coating, a resistance bar moving by means of the power it derives from the electrical engine on the locomotive wing and installed under the track and which is used to prevent frosting through heat, a vehicle entrance door, cleaning brush for the lower track installed under the door for cleaning, isolation brushes closing the surfaces of the lower tracks, isolation roving made from rubber or brush- roving, rubber filling bags on the connection points of the door wings, lubrication kit placed in the existing extension shafts, large screws or bolts used in the assembly of the doors.

Description of the Invention

The purpose of this invention is to offer different technique properties which bring new grounds to the panel doors sector when compared to panel doors used in the existing technique.

A purpose of the invention is to use two different opening techniques through the panel door which moves both angularly and linearly.

Another purpose of the invention is to acquire a much more beneficial product which uses the advantageous aspects of the two different techniques by means of a panel door which opens both angularly and linearly.

Another purpose of the invention is to have a structure which can be cleaned easily while the panel door with two different opening characteristics offer volumetric benefit. Another purpose of the invention is that the said invention offers options for preference according to the place of use and sophisticated use.

For the accomplishment of the abovementioned purposes; the invention relates to lock mechanisms which enable the panel doors to move linearly on y-axis and axially (angularly) on x-axis, a repulsion socket which is found on the said panel door enabling the door to lock on y- axis and an eccentric locking device equipped with a lock bolt pin which enables the rotation and a lock bolt connected to the lock socket on the panel door on the panel door and connected to a lock socket on the panel door.

Description of the Drawings

Fig-1 ; illustrates the two-dimensional front view of the panels of the invention in full closed position.

Fig-2; illustrates the two-dimensional front view of the panels of the invention in linearly open position.

Fig-3; illustrates the two-dimensional front view of the panels of the invention in angular movement position.

Fig-4a; illustrates the two-dimensional schematic upper view of the panels to define the location of the panels in a representative manner.

Fig-4b; illustrates the two-dimensional schematic upper view of the panels to define the linear movement of the panels in a representative manner.

Fig-4c; illustrates the two-dimensional schematic upper view of the panels to define the angular movement of the panels in a representative manner.

Fig-5; illustrates the disassembled perspective view of the panel of the invention, locking bolt and socket and other parts.

Fig-6a; illustrates the perspective view of the lock bolt separately as disassembled from the lock socket.

Fig-6b; illustrates the perspective view of the lock bolt separately in the lock socket.

Fig-6c; illustrates the perspective view of the lock bolt separately from a different angle while located in the lock socket.

Fig-7; illustrates the perspective view of the lock bolt from a different angle as disassembled from the lock socket.

Fig-7a; illustrates the perspective view of the panel with the lock bolt fixation magnet from the rear front while the panel is open in linear direction.

Fig-8; illustrates the two-dimensional sectional view which depict the linear movement position. Fig-8a; illustrates the perspective view of the linear movement position from a different angle. Fig-8b; illustrates the two-dimensional sectional view of the panel door in the angular movement position of the x-axis.

Fig-8c; illustrates the two-dimensional perspective view of the panel door in the angular movement position of the x-axis from a different angle.

Fig-9; illustrates the close-up perspective view of the panel door in angular movement position and the hinge axis.

Fig-9a; illustrates the assembly close-up perspective view of the panel door in angular movement position and the hinge axis.

Part Numbers

1- Upper Profile 9.3 V block

2- Wing 9.4 Shaft bearing

3- Side profile 10- Hub Pin

4- Locking plate 11 - Panel door

4.1 Lock socket 12- Upper profile of the panel

5- Connector 13- Lock bolt pin

6- Panel slide profile 14- Hinge pin

6.1 Mounting hole 15- Hinge detection pin

6.2 Axial motion bearing 16- Hinge spring retainer

7- Roller track disc 17- Connector

8- Magnet 18- Observation opening

9- Eccentric locking device

9.1 Repulsion socket

9.2 Lock bolt Detailed Description of the Invention

The invention relates to lock mechanisms which enable the panel doors (11 ) to move linearly on y-axis and axially (angularly) on x-axis. A repulsion socket (9.1 ) is found on the said panel door (11 ) which enables the door to lock on y-axis. The said invention is also related to an eccentric locking device (9) equipped with a lock bolt pin (13) which enables the rotation and a lock bolt (9.2) connected to the lock socket (4.1 ) on the panel door (11 ).

The invention includes a v block (9.3) which enables the eccentric locking device (9) to rotate to the desired angle, a hub pin (10) which enables the said eccentric locking device (9) to rotate and a shaft bearing (9.4) where this pin (10) is located, at least one locking plate (4) which has a lock socket (4.1 ) where the lock bolt (9.2) is located in to enable the locking function of the said lock bolt (9.2), connectors (5) which enable the assembly of the said locking plate (4) to the upper profile (1 ), a wing (2) fixed onto the said upper profile (2) and a side profile (3).

The mounting hole (6.1 ) of the panel slide profile (6) where the eccentric locking device (9) in question is placed contains a minimum of one axial motion bearing (6.2) which provides the axial movement of the eccentric locking device (9) in the said mounting hole (6.1 ) , a lock bolt (9.2) on the panel upper profile (1 ), a minimum of one magnet (8) securing the v-block (9.3) to remain stabilized at any desired position and an observation opening (18) formed on top of a panel upper profile (12) which allows to see whether the said eccentric locking device (9) is on locked or unlocked position.

Linear opening and closing process of the panel (11 ) is possible when its symbol is visible through the observation opening (18) on the panel upper profile (12). Under these circumstances; linear movements in left or right directions is accomplished by pushing forward the roller track disks (7) on the panel bolt profile (12) along the upper profile slide canals.

Angular opening of the left panel; when the panel door (11 ) is slid up to the last fulcrum horizontally towards the hinge rotation axis, the eccentric locking device (9) faces its housing on the upper profile (meaning it is angularly ready). Since no other part of the panel faces other components as such, panels do not open outwards in any way. When it is forced to be opened out of the position indicated in figure 4-c, the lock bolt pin turns the eccentric locking device (9) 60" around the hub pin (10). In the meanwhile, the panel starts to open angularly. It gets the eccentric locking device (9) to pop into its housing on the upper profile and restricts the panel's movements in left or right directions (meaning it effects the panel's linear movements.) Thus it ensures that the angular opening of the panel is carried out at a safe position (figure 6).

As indicated in figure-3, the hinge axial enables opening and closing the panel door (1 1 ) by angular movements on x- axis. This process is enabled through hinge pin (14), retaining pin (15) spring retainer (16) and connectors (17). As a result of the panel door being moved to x- axis and housed in the lock housing (4.1 ) on the lock bolt (9.2), the hinge pin (14) is bore in the hinge spring retainer (16) by pulling the panel door (1 1 ) in the opposite direction of a-direction and establishes position for axial movement. Therefore the axial movement of the panel door (1 1 ) on x-axis is enabled. The eccentric locking device (9) is rotated on the hub pin (10). Since this rotational movement will be performed by a repulsion movement on the repulsion socket (9.1 ), it causes a movement that is off the axis. Consequently, placing the lock bolt (9.2) into the socket by passing a greater distance is simplified. This enables the panel to open and close at a certain level of tightness. This tightness reaches the peak point at the 0°-30 ° of the locking device's (9) 0 -60° movement. Then it releases gradually (figure 8-a and 8-b).

The lock bolt completes the 60° movement right afte r the panel opens. While the panel recloses, it has to constantly remain at this final position in order to ensure locking. Otherwise it will not close since it does not fit in. Thus, the position of the lock bolt has been stabilized with a magnet (8) in order to stabilize the v-block of the locking device (9) at this position on the panel upper profile (12) (figures 6/7). The v-block (9.3) restricts the eccentric locking device (8) to rotate within 0°-60°angle range.

The left panel closing angularly: When the panel is closed inwards, the lock bolt (9.2) is placed in the lock socket (4.1 ) on the panel upper profile (12). However it is not fully closed yet. Because of the lock bolt's eccentric form, it goes over its movement between 0°- 30" at certain intensity. When this is applied, a nice level of tightness is achieved. Since the eccentric locking devices is set free out of its socket on the upper profile, the panel can move linearly in left or right directions. Upon closing this movement, the observation opening on the panel upper profile can be looked through to see whether the symbol is locked (figure 6/8-a/8-b).