JP7720227B2 - Partitions and partition connectors - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to partitions and partition connectors that separate indoor and outdoor spaces.

Partition panel connecting devices that connect a pair of adjacent panels at a predetermined angle to partition a space have been known for some time.

For example, Patent Document 1 below discloses a connecting device in which fixing members are attached to the upper ends of a pair of adjacent panels, and a connector is provided to connect the fixing members of both panels so that the panels form a predetermined angle.

More specifically, the above-mentioned connecting device is configured so that at the position where the connecting device overlaps with the fixing members of both panels, a shoulder formed on the connecting device engages with a step formed on the fixing member, thereby regulating the angle between the connecting device and each panel.

This allows a pair of adjacent panels to be connected at a specified angle, preventing the angle between the panels from shifting.

Japanese Utility Model Publication No. 63-24757

However, the above-mentioned connecting device is designed to connect a pair of adjacent panels at a predetermined angle and does not allow for flexible angle adjustment, which poses a problem in that it is not possible to both easily adjust and maintain the angle between the panels.

In light of the above, the present invention aims to provide a partition and a partition connector that allows for easy adjustment and maintenance of the angle between panels.

To achieve the above object, one embodiment of the present invention provides a partition for dividing a space, comprising a pair of adjacent panels and a connector that connects the pair of panels. The connector has a pair of fixing members and a bridging member. The pair of fixing members are fixed to at least the upper ends of the pair of panels, respectively, and rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other. One end of the bridging member is connected to one of the fixing members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end is slidable along the upper end of the other panel in response to the rotation, and this sliding movement allows the angle between the pair of panels to be maintained at multiple angles.

With this configuration, the rotation of the panels to adjust the angle between the panels and the sliding of the bridge member, which can maintain the angle between the panels, are linked, making it possible to both easily adjust and maintain the angle between the panels.

The bridging member may have a locking portion at its other end that can lock the other end at any position on the upper end of the other panel.

This configuration allows the angle between panels to be maintained at any angle, improving user convenience when installing the partition.

The locking portion may have an operating portion that can be switched between a slidable state in which the other end portion can slide along the upper end of the other panel, and a non-slidable state in which the other end portion is non-slidably locked to the upper end of the other panel.

This configuration allows the angle between the panels to be adjusted and maintained with easier operation. It also makes it easy to readjust the angle between the panels even after the partition has been installed. Specifically, the operating unit may be a screw or a button.

The bridging member may be rotatable around the one end. In this case, the pair of panels may be rotatable between the pair of panels in conjunction with the rotation of the bridging member around the one end, with the angle between the pair of panels being between 0 and 180 degrees.

This configuration allows for flexible layout of partitions.

The bridging member may be formed in a shape that fits within the thickness of the pair of panels when the angle between the pair of fixing members and the pair of panels is 0 degrees.

This configuration allows the partitions to be folded and stacked when not in use, improving convenience when storing them.

The other fixed member may have a rail member that supports the other end of the bridge member so that it can slide along the upper end.

With this configuration, even if the upper end of the panel is not shaped to allow the bridge member to slide, the rail portion of the fixing member allows the bridge member to slide.

The partition may further have an extension connector that connects the ends of the pair of panels opposite the ends connected by the connector to the ends of another panel.

With this configuration, the panels can be secured together with extension connectors to expand the partition space.

A connector according to another aspect of the present invention is a connector for partitions that connects a pair of adjacent panels to partition a space, and includes a pair of fixing members and a bridging member. The pair of fixing members are fixed to at least the upper ends of the pair of panels, respectively, and rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other. One end of the bridging member is connected to one of the fixing members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end is slidable along the upper end of the other panel in response to the rotation, and this sliding movement allows the angle between the pair of panels to be maintained at multiple angles.

As described above, the present invention allows for easy adjustment and maintenance of the angle between panels. However, this effect does not limit the scope of the present invention.

1 is a front view of a partition according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the upper connector of the partition of FIG. 1 . FIG. 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the lower connector of the partition of FIG. 1 . FIG. 10A and 10B are diagrams illustrating a movable range of a fixing member of the connector. 10 is a diagram showing the range of motion of a bridge member of the connector. FIG. 10A to 10C are diagrams showing a method of rotating the connector. 10A to 10C are diagrams illustrating a method of operating an operating portion of the connector. FIG. 10 is a plan view showing the partition in a folded state (the angle between the panels is 0 degrees). This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 45 degrees. This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 90 degrees. This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 135 degrees. This is a plan view showing the state where the angle between the panels of the partition is 180 degrees. This is a plan view showing the partition to which another panel is connected. 11 is a detail view of the extension link of FIG. 10. FIG. 11 is a detail view of the extension connector of FIG. 10 attached to the bottom of a panel. FIG. FIG. 10 is a front view showing the periphery of a connector for a partition according to a first modified example of the present invention. 14 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. 13. FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a partition according to a first modified example of the present invention in a folded state (the angle between panels is 0 degrees). FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a state in which the angle between panels of a partition according to a first modified example of the present invention is 45 degrees. FIG. 10 is a front view showing the periphery of a connector for a partition according to a second modified example of the present invention. This is a cross-sectional view taken along the line B-B in FIG. 16. FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a partition according to a second modified example of the present invention in a folded state (the angle between panels is 0 degrees). FIG. 10 is a plan view showing a state in which the angle between panels of a partition according to a second modified example of the present invention is 45 degrees.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

[Partition overview]
FIG. 1 is a front view of a partition according to this embodiment.

As shown in the figure, the partition 100 of this embodiment divides one space (room, etc.) into multiple spaces (rooms, etc.) and is used, for example, in evacuation shelters where residents take refuge in the event of a disaster, but may also be used in other locations.

As shown in these figures, the partition 100 according to this embodiment comprises a pair of adjacent panels 1 (panel 1a and panel 1b), an upper connector 2 that rotatably connects the pair of panels 1 at the upper ends of the panels 1, and a lower connector 3 that rotatably connects the pair of panels 1 at the lower ends of the panels 1.

The panel 1 is composed of a rectangular panel material 11, vertical frames 12 attached to the left and right ends of the panel material 11, and horizontal frames 13 attached to the top and bottom ends of the panel material 11. The thickness of the panel material 11 is approximately 10 mm, but is not limited to this. The panel material 11 is made of, for example, synthetic resin or wood, and the vertical frames 12 and horizontal frames 13 are made of metal such as aluminum, but the materials are not limited to these.

Between the adjacent vertical frames 12 of both panels 1, elastic members 5 are provided to cover the gap between the panels 1. The elastic members 5 are made of resin, such as synthetic rubber.

Leg portions 4 that support the entire partition 100 are provided on the bottom surface of each panel 1, for example at both ends. The height of the leg portions 4 is greater than the thickness of the lower connector 3.

Although the panel 1 can be rotated using only the upper connector 2, connecting and supporting the lower end of the panel 1 with the lower connector 3 prevents the partition 100 from rattling.

[Connector details]
Next, the above-mentioned connector will be described in detail. Figure 2 is an enlarged view of the area around the upper connector 2 of the partition 100 in Figure 1. Figure 3 is an enlarged view of the area around the lower connector 3 of the partition 100 in Figure 1. Figure 4 is an exploded plan view of the above-mentioned upper connector 2.

As shown in Figures 2 and 4, the upper connector 2 has a pair of fixing members (first fixing member 21 and second fixing member 22) and a bridge member 31.

The first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 function as hinges, are each fixed to the upper end of the panel 1, and connect the pair of panels 1 to each other so that they can rotate.

Specifically, the first fixing member 21 has a connecting portion insertion hole 26 and screw holes 28a, 28b, 28c, and 28d from one end to the other, and the second fixing member 22 has a connecting portion insertion hole 27 and screw holes 29a, 29b, 29c, and 29d from one end to the other.

The first fixing member 21 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1a via screw holes 28a and 28b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1a via screw hole 28d.

Similarly, the second fixing member 21 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1b via screw holes 29a and 29b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1b via screw hole 29d.

The first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 are rotatably connected by a connecting portion 24 (e.g., a pin) with the connecting portion insertion hole 26 of the first fixing member 21 and the connecting portion insertion hole 27 of the second fixing member 22 communicating with each other.

The first fixing member 21 and second fixing member 22 of the upper connecting device 2 are also used as the lower connecting device 3 (hinge).

In other words, the first fixing member 21 of the lower connector 3 is used in an orientation opposite to the orientation in which it is fixed to the panel 1 in the upper connector 3, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1b via screw holes 28a and 28b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1b via screw hole 28d. Furthermore, screw hole 28c of the first fixing member 21 is used when attaching the leg 4 to the bottom surface of the other panel 1b.

Similarly, the second fixing member 22 of the lower connector 3 is used in an orientation opposite to that in which it is fixed to the panel 1 in the upper connector 3, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1a via screw holes 29a and 29b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1a via screw hole 29d. Furthermore, screw hole 29c of the second fixing member 22 is used when attaching the leg 4 to the bottom surface of one panel 1a.

One end of the bridging member 31 is connected to the fixing member (first fixing member 21) at the upper end of one panel 1a, and the other end is connected to the upper end of the other panel 1b. The bridging member 31 is able to slide along the upper end of the other panel 1b in response to the rotation of the panel 1, and this sliding movement allows the angle between the pair of panels 1 to be maintained at any angle.

Specifically, the bridging member 31 has a connecting portion insertion hole 33 at one end, and the first fixing member 21 has a connecting portion insertion hole 25 at its other end (the end opposite the connecting portion insertion hole 26). The bridging member 31 and the first fixing member 21 are rotatably connected by a connecting portion 23 (e.g., a pin) with the connecting portion insertion hole 33 and the connecting portion insertion hole 25 communicating with each other.

The bridging member 31 also has a locking portion 32 at its other end that can lock the other end at any position on the upper end of the other panel 1b.

Figure 5 shows the range of motion of one of the fixed members (second fixed member 22) of the upper connector 2. Figure 6 shows the range of motion of the bridge member 31 of the upper connector 2. Figure 7 shows how to rotate the upper connector 2, and Figure 8 shows how to operate the operating section of the upper connector 2.

As shown in Figure 5, the second fixing member 22 can rotate with the connecting portion 24 as the rotation axis at an angle between 0 and 180 degrees relative to the first fixing member 21 (the same applies to the first fixing member 21).

As shown in Figure 6, the bridge member 31 can rotate around the connecting portion 23 as a rotation axis, with the angle between it and the first fixed member 21 ranging from 0 degrees to 180 degrees.

As shown in Figure 7, the pair of panels 1 can rotate between 0 and 180 degrees (arrow B) in conjunction with the rotation of the bridging member 31 around the connecting portion 23 and the sliding of the locking portion 32 along the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1b (arrow A).

As shown in the figure, the engaging portion 32 of the bridging member 31 is connected to a rail 14 formed along the longitudinal direction of the horizontal frame 13 at the upper end of the other panel 1b, and is capable of sliding on the rail 14.

As shown in Figure 8, the locking portion 32 of the bridging member 31 has an operating portion (knob) 34 in the shape of, for example, a thumbscrew bolt. The operating portion 34 can be switched between a slidable state (Figure 8(A)) in which the locking portion 32 (the other end of the bridging member 31) can slide over the top end of the other panel 1b, and a non-slidable state (Figure 8(B)) in which the locking portion 32 is non-slidably locked to the top end of the other panel 1b.

Specifically, the operating unit 34 has a bolt 35 inserted into the rail 14 of the horizontal frame 13, a nut 36 threaded onto the bolt 35 within the rail 14, and a washer 37 inserted between the bridge member 31 and the rail 14.

The nut 36 has a polygonal shape, and its side abuts against the inner surface of the rail 14, restricting its rotation. Therefore, when the user rotates the operating unit 34 with their finger in the direction of the arrow in Figure 1(B) from the slidable state shown in Figure 1(A) and the bolt 35 rotates, the nut 36 moves upward, and the rail 14 (horizontal frame 13) is tightened between the washer 37 and the bridging member 31. As shown in Figure 1(B), the other end of the bridging member 31 is locked onto the rail 14, restricting its sliding.

[Partition operation]
Next, the operation of the partition 100 configured as above will be described.

Figure 9A is a plan view showing the partition 100 in a folded state (the angle between panels 1 is 0 degrees). Figure 9B is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between panels 1 is 45 degrees. Figure 9C is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between panels 1 is 90 degrees. Figure 9D is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between panels 1 is 135 degrees. Figure 9E is a plan view showing the partition 100 when the angle between panels 1 is 180 degrees.

As shown in Figure 9A, the bridging member 31 is formed in a shape that fits within the thickness of the pair of overlapping panels 1 when the angle between the first fixing member 21, the second fixing member 22, and the pair of panels 1 to which they are fixed is 0 degrees.

In addition, the connecting portion 24 connecting the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 is formed to overlap the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22 by approximately half of their respective widths (the thickness of the panel 1), so the connecting portion 24 does not increase the thickness of the partition 100 when it is folded.

This allows multiple partitions 100 to be stacked or arranged side by side when not in use and stored.

When this partition 100 is not in use, as shown in Figures 9B to 9E, the bridging member 31 is slid along the rail 14 while the first fixing member 21 and second fixing member 22 are rotated to unfold the panel 1, and the angle between the panels 1 can be adjusted to 45 degrees, 90 degrees, 135 degrees, 180 degrees, or any other angle. The bridging member 31 can then be locked onto the rail 14 using the locking portion 32 (operating portion 34), allowing the partition 100 to be set at any angle.

[Partition extension and connection function]
Although the above description has been given of one partition 100 consisting of a pair of panels 1, when dividing an actual space, the space is laid out by connecting a plurality of partitions 100 and panels 1.

Figure 10 is a plan view showing another panel 1 connected to the partition 100.

As shown in the lower left of the figure, the partition 100 may be connected to another panel or another partition 100 using an upper connector 2 (and lower connector 3) similar to those found on the partition 100. This allows the layout to be freely changed by adjusting the angle between the panels 1 to any angle, as described above, even after connection using the upper connector 2.

On the other hand, as shown in the upper right of the same figure, when connecting panels 1 in a straight line (the angle between the panels 1 is 180 degrees), or when angle adjustment after connection is not required, an extension connector 6 that does not require rotation and is separate from the upper connector 2 (and lower connector 3) may be used. In other words, the extension connector 6 is used to connect the end of one of a pair of panels 1 in the partition 100 opposite the end connected by the upper connector 2 to the end of another panel.

Figure 11 shows details of the extension connector 6 in Figure 10. Figure 11 (A) is a plan view, Figure 11 (B) is an enlarged front view of the panel 1 before it is connected, and Figure 11 (C) is an enlarged front view of the panel 1 after it is connected.

As shown in the figure, the extension connector 6 has a first extension connector member 61 fixed to the upper end of one of the two panels 1 to be connected, panel 1A, and a second extension connector member 62 fixed to the upper end of the other panel 1B.

The first extension connecting member 61 has screw holes 65a, 65b, 65c, and 65d similar to those of the first fixing member 21, and the second extension connecting member 62 has screw holes 66a, 66b, 66c, and 66d similar to those of the second fixing member 22.

The first extension connecting member 61 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1A via screw holes 65a and 65b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1A via screw hole 65d.

Similarly, the second extension connecting member 62 is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1B via screw holes 66a and 66b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1B via screw hole 66d.

The first extension connecting member 61 has a connecting hole 63 at one end, and the second extension connecting member 62 has a protrusion 64 at one end. The two panels 1A and 1B are connected by inserting the protrusion 64 into the connecting hole 63.

The extension connector 6 can be used not only to connect the upper ends of panels 1, but also to connect the lower ends of panels 1.

That is, as shown in FIG. 12, the first extension connecting member 61 is used at the bottom end of the panel 1 in an orientation opposite to the orientation in which it is fixed at the top end of the panel 1, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of the other panel 1B via screw holes 65a and 65b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1B via screw hole 65d. Furthermore, screw hole 65c of the first extension connecting member 61 is used to attach the leg 4 to the bottom surface of the other panel 1B.

Similarly, the second extension connecting member 62 is used in an orientation opposite to that in which it is fixed at the top end of the panel 1, and is screwed to the vertical frame 12 of one panel 1A via screw holes 66a and 66b, and to the horizontal frame 13 of the other panel 1A via screw hole 66d. Furthermore, screw hole 66c of the second extension connecting member 62 is used to attach the leg 4 to the bottom surface of one panel 1A.

In this way, by using the extension connector 6, the partition space can be expanded by fixing the panels 1 together without the need for angle adjustment.

As explained above, this embodiment makes it possible to easily adjust and maintain the angle between panels 1 of the partition 100, and by connecting adjacent panels 1 so that they can be maintained at the desired angle, it is possible to easily create a partition space according to the usage scenario.

[Modification]
The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and various modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present technology.

(First Modification)
First, a first modified example of the present invention will be described. Fig. 13 is a front view showing the periphery of the upper connector 2 of a partition 100 according to the first modified example of the present invention. Fig. 14 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A in Fig. 13. Fig. 15A is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 13 in a folded state (the angle between the panels 1 is 0 degrees), and Fig. 15B is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 13 in a state where the angle between the panels 1 is 45 degrees.

In the above-described embodiment, the bridging member 31 was configured to slide on the rails 14 formed on the horizontal frame 13 at the upper end of the other panel 1b. In contrast, in this modified example, the horizontal frame 13, vertical frame 12, and elastic member 5 are eliminated, and the second fixing member 22 is elongated (second fixing member 220), with a rail portion 221 formed on the upper surface of the elongated portion, and the engaging portion 32 of the bridging member 31 is connected so as to slide on the rail portion 221 of the second fixing member 220.

As shown in Figure 14, the rail portion 221 is slidable along the locking portion 32 and has a thickness (depth) that allows for a certain amount of space below the locking portion 32, and is fixed to the panel material 11 with screws S, utilizing this internal space.

In this modified example, as in the above-described embodiment, when the partition 100 is not in use as shown in Figure 15A, the upper and lower connectors 2 and 3 can be formed into a shape that fits within the thickness of a pair of panels 1, allowing for compact storage. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 15B, by sliding the bridging member 31 on the rail portion 221 while rotating the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 220, the panels 1 can be unfolded, and the angle between the panels 1 can be adjusted to any angle. The bridging member 31 can then be locked onto the rail portion 221 with the locking portion 32 (operating portion 34), allowing the partition 100 to be installed at any angle.

In this way, by providing the rail portion 221 on the second fixing member 220, the bridge member 31 can be slid even if the upper end of the panel 1 is not formed in a shape that allows the bridge member 31 to slide.

In addition, since there is no need to install rails on the horizontal frames 13, the horizontal frames 13, vertical frames 12, and elastic members 5 can be omitted. This reduces the number of parts in the partition 100, thereby reducing costs.

(Second Modification)
Next, a second modified example of the present invention will be described. Fig. 16 is a front view showing the periphery of the upper connector 2 of a partition 100 according to the second modified example of the present invention, and Fig. 17 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line B-B of Fig. 16. Fig. 18A is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 16 in a folded state (the angle between the panels 1 is 0 degrees), and Fig. 18B is a plan view showing the partition 100 of Fig. 16 in a state where the angle between the panels 1 is 45 degrees.

In the above-described embodiment, the bridging member 31 was configured to slide on rails 14 formed on the horizontal frame 13 at the upper end of the other panel 1b. In contrast, in this modified example, the horizontal frame 13, vertical frame 12, and elastic member 5 are eliminated, and a rail material 140 on which the bridging member 31 can slide is embedded in the upper end of the other panel 1b (panel material 11).

As shown in Figure 17, the rail material 140 is slidable over the locking portion 32 and has a thickness (depth) that allows for a certain amount of space below the locking portion 32, and is fixed to the panel material 11 with screws S, utilizing this internal space.

In this modified example, as in the above-described embodiment, when the partition 100 is not in use as shown in Figure 18A, the upper and lower connectors 2 and 3 can be formed into a shape that fits within the thickness of a pair of panels 1, allowing for compact storage. Furthermore, as shown in Figure 18B, by sliding the bridging member 31 on the rail material 140 while rotating the first fixing member 21 and the second fixing member 22, the panels 1 can be unfolded, and the angle between the panels 1 can be adjusted to any angle. The bridging member 31 can then be locked onto the rail material 140 using the locking portion 32 (operating portion 34), allowing the partition 100 to be installed at any angle.

By providing the rail material 140 at the upper end of the panel 1 in this way, the horizontal frame 13, vertical frame 12, and elastic member 5 can be omitted, reducing the number of parts in the partition 100 and cutting costs.

(Other Modifications)
In the above-described embodiment, a thumbscrew bolt is used as the operating unit 34, but for example, the other end of the bridge member 31 may be switched between a slidable state and a non-slidable state using a push-button type locking device that moves up and down using a spring.

In the above-described embodiment, the angle between the panels 1 could be adjusted to any angle between 0 and 180 degrees by sliding the bridge member 31 on the rail 14. However, it may also be possible to adjust the angle in stages to multiple angles (e.g., five stages of 0, 45, 90, 135, and 180 degrees) rather than to any angle. In this case, multiple locking portions, such as recesses, may be provided on the rail 14 corresponding to each of the above stages.

In addition, instead of providing the locking portion 32 as in the above-described embodiment, the coefficient of friction between the bridge member 31 and the rail 14 may be increased, for example, by changing the material of the bridge member 31 and/or the rail 14, and the user may adjust the angle between the panels 11 by moving the bridge member 31 against this frictional force.

In the above-described embodiment, the first fixing member 21 and second fixing member 22 of the upper connecting part 2 are used as the lower connecting device 3, but fixing members dedicated to the lower connecting device 3 may also be used separately from the first fixing member 21 and second fixing member 22.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1...Panel 2...Upper connector 3...Lower connector 4...Leg 5...Elastic member 6...Extensible connector 11...Panel material 12...Vertical frame 13...Horizontal frame 14...Rail 21...First fixing member 22...Second fixing member 23, 24...Connecting portion 25, 26, 27...Connecting portion insertion hole 28a, 28b, 28c, 28d...Screw holes 29a, 29b, 29c, 29d...Screw holes 31...Bridge member 32...Latching portion 33...Connecting portion insertion hole 34...Operating portion 35...Bolt 36...Nut 37...Washer 61...First extending connecting member 62...Second extending connecting member 63...Connecting hole 64...Convex portion 65a, 65b, 65c, 65d...Screw holes 66a, 66b, 66c, 66d...Screw holes 100...Partition 140...Rail material 220...Second fixing member 221...Rail portion S...Screw

Claims (8)

A partition that divides a space,
A pair of adjacent panels;
a connector for connecting the pair of panels,
The pair of panels have rails at their upper ends,
The connector is
a pair of fixing members fixed to at least the upper ends of the pair of panels, respectively, to rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other;
a bridging member that is bridged between the panels and has one end connected to one of the fixed members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end sliding on the rail of the other panel in response to the rotation, so that the angle between the pair of panels can be maintained at multiple angles by the sliding . 2. The partition according to claim 1,
The bridging member has a locking portion at the other end thereof that can lock the other end at any position on the rail of the other panel. 3. The partition according to claim 2,
The locking portion has an operating portion that can switch between a slidable state in which the other end portion can slide on the rail of the other panel and a non-slidable state in which the other end portion is non-slidably locked to the rail of the other panel. A partition according to any one of claims 1 to 3,
The bridge member is rotatable about the one end portion,
The pair of panels are rotatable in conjunction with the rotation of the bridge member around the one end portion, with the angle between the pair of panels being between 0 degrees and 180 degrees. A partition according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
A partition in which the width of the pair of fixing members and the bridging member in the thickness direction of the pair of panels is formed to a length that fits within the thickness of the pair of panels when the angle between the pair of panels is 0 degrees. A partition according to any one of claims 1 to 5 ,
The partition further comprises an extension connector that connects the ends of the pair of panels opposite to the ends connected by the connector to the end of another panel. A partition that divides a space,
A pair of adjacent panels;
a connector for connecting the pair of panels,
The connector is
a pair of fixing members, each of which includes one fixing member fixed to an upper end of one of the pair of panels and another fixing member fixed to an upper end of the other of the pair of panels and having a rail portion, and which rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other;
a bridge member having one end connected to the one fixed member fixed to the one panel, and the other end sliding on the rail portion of the other fixed member in response to the rotation, the bridge member bridging the pair of panels so that the angle between the panels can be maintained at a plurality of angles by the sliding movement;
A partition having: A connector for partitions that connects a pair of adjacent panels to partition a space,
a pair of fixing members that can rotatably connect the pair of panels to each other, the pair of fixing members including one fixing member that can be fixed to an upper end of one of the pair of panels and another fixing member that can be fixed to an upper end of the other of the pair of panels and has a rail portion;
a bridging member having one end connectable to one of the fixed members fixed to one of the panels, and the other end sliding on the rail portion of the other fixed member fixed to the other panel in response to the rotation, and capable of bridging between the pair of panels so that the angle between the panels can be maintained at multiple angles by said sliding.