Camera device

Abstract

To solve a problem of generation of mold cost of a separate coupler for each vehicle in order to obtain an optimal angle of view of a camera for an automatic lane departure and return system due to difference in a size and an angle of a window glass for each vehicle.SOLUTION: A camera angle adjustment device according to an aspect of the present disclosure includes: a bracket; a camera module disposed on the bracket; an angle-of-view adjusting member including one side disposed on the bracket and the other side coupled to the camera module so as to adjust a position of the camera module; and an elastic member disposed on the bracket so as to bring the one side of the angle-of-view adjusting member into contact with the bracket.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a camera device.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, ultra-small camera modules have been developed and are widely used in small electronic products such as smartphones, notebooks, and game machines.

[0003] As automobiles become more popular, ultra-small cameras are not only used in small electronic products but also in vehicles. For example, a black box camera for vehicle protection or objective materials for traffic accidents, a rear monitoring camera that allows a driver to monitor a blind spot at the rear of a vehicle through a screen so that safety can be ensured when the vehicle is reversing, a peripheral sensing camera that can monitor the periphery of a vehicle, etc. are provided.

[0004] On the other hand, in response to the development of technology, a lane departure automatic return system (LKAS; Lane Keeping Assist System) that receives an input of a front video signal of a road during driving, analyzes it in real time, [[ID=​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

[0006] The problem that this invention aims to solve is to provide a camera device that can reduce costs. . [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] A camera device according to one aspect of the present invention for achieving the above objective is a bracket A camera module coupled to the bracket so as to be rotatable about a first axis; the bracket Angle of view adjustment including a first part that connects to the ket and a second part that connects to the camera module. Member; and arranged in the bracket, the first portion of the viewing angle adjustment member is placed in the bracket It may include an elastic member that comes into contact with the tortoise.

[0008] Furthermore, the angle of view adjustment member comprises a main body and a screw thread formed on the second portion of the main body. , including the end portion and stopper portion that protrude from the first portion of the main body, in front of the angle of view adjustment member The end portion and the stopper portion can be separated.

[0009] Furthermore, the elastic member comprises a first region positioned between the end and the stopper, and The second region is bent in the first region and positioned between the end and one surface of the bracket. It can include...

[0010] Furthermore, the bracket includes a support portion on which the elastic member is arranged, and the support portion is A first side wall is disposed between the camera module and the first portion of the angle of view adjustment member. , a second side wall facing the first side wall, and a third side wall connecting the first side wall and the second side wall It may include a fourth side wall.

[0011] Furthermore, the first side wall includes a first opening in which a part of the angle adjustment member is disposed, and the second side wall can include a second opening that exposes the end of the first part of the angle adjustment member to the outside. It can be.

[0012] Furthermore, the first region of the elastic member can include a third opening corresponding to the first opening, and the second region of the elastic member can include a fourth opening corresponding to the second opening.

[0013] Furthermore, the camera module includes a coupling portion to which the second part of the angle adjustment member is coupled so that the position of the camera module can be adjusted. The coupling portion of the camera module and the support portion of the bracket are separated, and when the distance between the coupling portion and the support portion is far, the distance between the upper part of the camera module and the upper part of the bracket can be larger than the distance between the lower part of the camera module and the lower part of the bracket. When it becomes, the distance between the upper part of the camera module and the upper part of the bracket can be larger than the distance between the lower part of the camera module and the lower part of the bracket. When the distance between the coupling portion and the support portion is far, the distance between the upper part of the camera module and the upper part of the bracket can be larger than the distance between the lower part of the camera module and the lower part of the bracket. It can be. .

[0014] Furthermore, the first opening can be formed such that the length in the first direction is longer than the length in the second direction perpendicular to the first direction. It can be formed.

[0015] Furthermore, the elastic member can be formed in a 'U' shape.

[0016] [[ID=三十八]]Furthermore, one surface of the stopper portion of the angle adjustment member can be formed in a curved surface shape. .

[0017] Furthermore, the first side wall of the support portion can include a first groove having a curved surface shape corresponding to the curved surface shape of one surface of the stopper portion. It can be included.

[0018] Furthermore, the other side of the angle adjustment member can be screwed to the coupling portion.

[0019] Furthermore, the length at which the angle adjustment member and the camera module are screwed together, and the rotation angle of the camera module with respect to the bracket can correspond to each other.

[0020] Furthermore, the end portion of the angle adjustment member can be disposed between the first opening and the second opening. <00E00105>

[0021] Furthermore, the first region of the elastic member contacts one side of the stopper portion of the angle adjustment member to elastically support the angle adjustment member, and the second region of the elastic member can be supported by one surface of the second side wall of the support portion of the bracket.

[0022] Furthermore, the first region of the elastic member is in line contact with the one side of the stopper portion of the angle adjustment member to fix the angle adjustment member in a certain position with respect to the bracket.

[0023] Furthermore, the second side wall of the support portion of the bracket includes a protrusion extending from the inner surface to the other side, and the second region of the elastic member can be disposed between the protrusion of the bracket and the bottom surface of the support portion.

[0024] Furthermore, the coupling portion of the camera module can include a second groove.

[0025] Furthermore, a loosening prevention portion that is disposed in the second groove and penetrated by the main body of the angle adjustment member can be included.

[0026] Furthermore, the camera module includes a housing and extensions extending from both ends of the housing. ​​​​​​​​The extension includes a portion, and the extension can be hinged to the bracket.

[0027] The camera device according to this embodiment includes a bracket and the bracket, which allows for angle of view adjustment. A camera module to be connected; a field of view adjustment member for adjusting the field of view of the camera module; and The angle of view adjustment member includes an elastic member that pressurizes the angle of view adjustment member, and the angle of view adjustment member comprises a main body and the main body The bracket includes a stopper portion that protrudes from the bracket, and the bracket is located between the stopper portion and the camera module. A first side wall positioned therein, and a second side positioned on the opposite side of the first side wall with respect to the stopper portion The elastic member includes a wall and contacts the stopper portion, pressing the stopper portion against the first side wall. It may include a first region and a second region that contacts the second side wall of the bracket. [Effects of the Invention]

[0028] This embodiment provides a camera device that can reduce costs. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0029] [Figure 1] This is a schematic diagram of a vehicle equipped with a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] This is a perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] This is an exploded perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] This is an enlarged view of section A in Figure 3. [Figure 6] This is a perspective view of the angle of view adjustment member, elastic member, and loosening prevention part of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7]This is a perspective view of the angle of view adjustment member, elastic member, and loosening prevention part of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] This is a perspective view of the angle of view adjustment member and loosening prevention part of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] This is a schematic diagram of a partial configuration of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] This is a schematic diagram of a partial configuration of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 11] This is a diagram illustrating the operation of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 12] This is a diagram illustrating the operation of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 13] This is a perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 14] This is an enlarged view of section B in Figure 13. [Figure 15] This is a drawing showing the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 16] This is a drawing showing the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 17] This is a drawing showing the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 18] This is a drawing showing the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 19] This is a drawing showing the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 20] This is a perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 21] This is an enlarged view of section C in Figure 20. [Figure 22] This is a cross-sectional view of a part of a camera angle adjustment device according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 23] This figure shows the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 24]This figure shows the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0030] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the attached drawings.

[0031] However, the technical concept of the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described, but can be applied in various forms that differ from one another. It can be embodied in a certain state, and within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention, its components during the embodiment. You can selectively combine or replace one or more of them.

[0032] Furthermore, the terms used in the embodiments of this invention (including technical and scientific terms) are clearly not special. Unless otherwise defined and described, persons with ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains Terms that are commonly understood and interpreted, and are typically used together with predefined terms, are related to By considering the contextual meaning of "related technology," it should be possible to interpret its meaning.

[0033] Furthermore, the terminology used in the embodiments of this invention is for illustrative purposes only and applies to this invention. The aim is not to restrict inventions.

[0034] In this specification, unless otherwise specified in the text, the singular form may also include the plural form. When it is written as "A and / or at least one of B and C", A, B It can include one or more of the possible combinations in C.

[0035] Furthermore, in describing the components of the embodiments of the present invention, the first, second, A, B, (a) Terms such as (b) can be used. Such terms refer to one component of another component. It is used to distinguish it from other things, and the terminology indicates the essence, order, or sequence of the relevant components. It is not limited to these.

[0036] Furthermore, when one component is 'linked', 'combined', or 'connected' to another component, it is described as follows: If included, that component is directly 'linked', 'combined', and This applies not only when they are 'connected', but also when there is a further connection between that component and another component. This can also include cases where the components are 'linked', 'joined', or 'connected' by another component. ru.

[0037] Furthermore, if it is stated that it is formed or positioned "above" or "below" each component, "Above" or "below" refers not only to cases where two components are in direct contact with each other, but also to cases where one or more components are in direct contact with each other. This also includes cases where another component is formed or positioned between the two components. Furthermore, When expressed as "up" or "down," it can refer to not only the upward direction but also the downward direction based on a single component. It can also include the meaning of "direction."

[0038] The present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0039] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a vehicle equipped with a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. .

[0040] The camera device may include a camera angle adjustment device 10. Referring to Figure 1, A camera angle adjustment device 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention is used to adjust the wind glass 2 of the vehicle 1. It can be attached to the glass. The windshield 2 is located at the front or rear of the vehicle 1. It can be placed. The windshield 2 is made of a transparent material and allows the driver to see forward. Alternatively, to allow for rearward visibility. The windshield 2 is positioned at the front of the vehicle 1. The front windshield (windshield) and the rear window located at the rear of the vehicle It may include glass (rear glass). The camera angle adjustment device 10 is a windshield. It can be coupled to the inner surface of 2. In one embodiment of the present invention, camera angle adjustment device 1 For example, we will explain using the case of the one attached to the front windshield, but what about the rear windshield? It can also be coupled to the bracket 100 of the camera angle adjustment device 10 directly with the wind glass. It can also be joined to the inner surface of Lath 2 by methods such as adhesive, and a separate coupler (not shown) and The camera angle adjustment device 10 is connected to the wind glass 2 via a cover (not shown) or a cover (not shown). They can also be combined.

[0041] Figures 2 and 3 are perspective views of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 is This is an exploded perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 shows part A of Figure 3. This is a magnified view. Figures 6 and 7 show the angle of view adjustment of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8 is a perspective view of the straightening member, elastic member, and loosening prevention part. Figures 9 and 10 show perspective views of the angle adjustment member and loosening prevention part of the angle adjustment device. This is a schematic diagram of a partial configuration of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] Referring to Figures 2 to 10, the camera angle adjustment device 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention is A racket 100, a camera module 200, a field of view adjustment member 300, and an elastic member 400. This may include a loosening prevention part 500, but this is implemented with the exception of some of these components. It is also possible to do so, and other additional configurations are not excluded.

[0043] The camera angle adjustment device 10 is installed on the windshield 2 of the vehicle 1. Device 10 can adjust the field of view of the camera module 200. We compensate for the manufacturing tolerances of the Lamodule 200 and the mounting tolerances to the vehicle 1, and the user's desired specifications. The field of view can be adjusted within the range of the angle of attack.

[0044] The camera angle adjustment device 10 may include a bracket 100. It can be positioned on one side of the camera module 200. The bracket 100 is It can be positioned behind the Mera module 200. The bracket 100 is of the vehicle 1. It can be attached to the windshield 2. The bracket 100 is attached to the camera module 2. The bracket 100 can be rotatably supported. The angle of view adjustment member 300 At least a portion of it, and the elastic member 400 can be arranged. The bracket 100 is It may include a body 102, an extension 104, and a support 110.

[0045] The main body 102 of the bracket 100 supports the housing 210 of the camera module 200. It is possible. The main body 102 extends to one side of the housing 210 of the camera module 200. It can be positioned at the rear. The main body 102 is the housing of the camera module 200. It can be formed in a shape and size corresponding to the 210. Body 1 of bracket 100 Extensions 104 are formed at both ends of 02, and a support portion 110 is formed at the top. can.

[0046] The extension portion 104 of the bracket 100 can be formed as an extension at both ends of the main body 102. The extension 104 of the bracket 100 is connected to the extension 230 of the camera module 200. It is possible. The extension 104 of the bracket 100 is the extension of the camera module 200. It can be hinged to 230. Extension 104 of bracket 100 This allows the extension 230 of the camera module 200 to be rotatably supported. In one embodiment, the extension portion 104 is formed to extend from both ends of the main body 102 to one side or to the rear. I will explain using examples of such things, but we are not limited to this, and extensions from both ends of the main body 102 to the front are also possible. It can also be formed by creating or extending it in the circumferential direction.

[0047] The support part 110 can be positioned on top of the main body 102. The support part 110 is located on the main body An extension can be formed on the upper surface of 102. The support portion 110 has an elastic member 400. It can be arranged. One side of the angle of view adjustment member 300 is arranged on the support part 110. This is possible. The support portion 110 can face the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200. Yes, it is possible. The support portion 110 is separated from the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200 by a certain distance. The support portion 110 comprises a first side wall 112, a second side wall 114, and a third side wall 116. This may include a fourth side wall 118. One side of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 includes the first portion. It is possible. One side of the field of view adjustment member 300 may include the first region. Field of view adjustment unit The other side of material 300 may include a second portion. The other side of the angle of view adjustment member 300 may include a second portion. It can include a region.

[0048] The first side wall 112 is positioned between the camera module 200 and one side of the field of view adjustment member 300. It can be done. The first side wall 112 faces the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200. The first side wall 112 can face the second side wall 114. Wall 112 can be connected to the third side wall 116. The first side wall 112 can be connected to the fourth side wall 1 It can be connected to 18. The first side wall 112 has a first opening 1122 and a first groove 112 It can include 4.

[0049] A portion of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 is positioned in the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112. This is possible. The main body 310 of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 is located in the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112. It can be positioned. The first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112 has a field of view adjustment member 300. A region without screw threads 312 can be placed in the main body 310. 1. The opening 1122 is shaped such that the length in the first direction is longer than the length in the second direction perpendicular to the first direction. This can be done. The first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112 has a vertical length that is horizontal It can be formed to be longer than the length. Between the first opening 1122 and the second opening 1142 The end portion 320 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 can be positioned.

[0050] The first groove 1124 of the first side wall 112 is located in the other direction of the stopper portion 330 of the viewing angle adjustment member 300. It can be formed with a curved shape corresponding to a surface. The first groove 1124 of the first side wall 112 is It can be formed in a shape that is symmetrical with respect to the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112. One side of the stopper portion 330 of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 is positioned in the first groove 1124 of the first side wall 112. It can be done. The size of the first groove 1124 of the first side wall 112 is the angle of view adjustment member 300 The stopper portion 330 can be formed smaller than the size of one side. This allows for angle of view adjustment. The shaping member 300 can rotate precisely with respect to the first side wall 112, thereby preventing damage to the product. can.

[0051] The second side wall 114 can face the first side wall 112. The second side wall 114 is the third It can be connected to the side wall 116. The second side wall 114 is connected to the fourth side wall 118. The second side wall 114 includes a second opening 1142 and projections 1144 and 1146. It is possible.

[0052] Between the second opening 1142 of the second side wall 114 and the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112, The end portion 320 and the stopper portion 330 of the angle of view adjustment member 300 can be arranged. Second side wall 1 The second opening 1142 of 14 allows one end of the angle of view adjustment member 300 to be exposed to the outside. Yes, it is possible. Specifically, the second opening 1142 of the second side wall 114 is the end 3 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. The 20 tool grooves 322 can be exposed to the outside. This allows the user to insert the tool into the tool. By inserting it into the groove 322 and rotating it, the joint portion 220 of the camera module 200 is connected to it. This allows the length of the screw connection to the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 to be easily changed.

[0053] The projections 1144 and 1146 of the second side wall 114 include two projections 1144 and 1146. This is possible. The two protrusions 1144 and 1146 are located on the second side wall 1 opposite the first side wall 112. The inner surface of 14 can be extended to the other side or in the direction of the first side wall 112. Second side wall The two protrusions 1144 and 1146 of 114 are formed in the region adjacent to the corner of the first side wall 112. It can be done. The two protrusions 1144 and 1146 of the second side wall 114 Two projections 1144, 1146 of the second side wall 114 can be formed in the upper region. A second region 420 of the elastic member 400 is positioned between the bottom surface of the support portion 110. Yes, it is possible. This prevents the elastic member 400 from detaching.

[0054] The third and fourth side walls 116 and 118 connect the first side wall 112 and the second side wall 114. This is possible. The end of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 is in the space between the third side wall 116 and the fourth side wall 118. Part 320 and the stopper part 330 and the elastic member 400 can be arranged. Third side wall 11 6 and the length or area of ​​the fourth side wall 118 are the same as the length or area of ​​the first and second side walls 112, 114 It can be formed in a size smaller than its area.

[0055] The camera angle adjustment device 10 may include a camera module 200. The module 200 can be placed on the bracket 100. Camera module 200 It can be positioned on the other side or in front of the bracket 100. Camera module 2 00 can be rotatably coupled to bracket 100. In one embodiment of the present invention Camera module 200, for example, is a triple camera. I will explain this further, but it is not limited to this and is diverse, such as dual cameras. It can be modified. The camera module 200 consists of a housing 210 and a coupling part 22 It may include 0 and an extension 230.

[0056] The housing 210 of the camera module 200 forms the exterior of the camera module. This is possible. The housing 210 is a minimum that can accommodate at least one lens module. It may contain at least one hole. Housing 210 contains at least one turtle Components that can form the bracket can be arranged. The housing 210 is bracket 100 It can be positioned in front of the main body 102. The upper part of the housing 210 has a connecting part 2 20 can be formed.

[0057] The position of the camera module 200 is adjusted at the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200. The other side of the angle of view adjustment member 300 can be connected in such a way. The connecting part 220 is a bracket The support part 110 of the bracket 100 can face the joint part 220. The support part 110 can be separated from the joint part 220 and the bracket 100 for a certain distance. If the distance between the holding parts 110 becomes large, the top of the camera module 200 and the bracket 100 The distance between the upper part and the support part 1 of the joint 220 and bracket 100 can be increased. If the distance between 10 becomes greater, the bottom of the camera module 200 and the bottom of the bracket 100 The gap between them can be narrowed. The joint 220 and the support part 110 of the bracket 100 If the distance increases, between the top of the camera module 200 and the top of the bracket 100 The gap is larger than the gap between the bottom of the camera module 200 and the bottom of the bracket 100. It is possible. The other side of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 can be screw-connected to the joint 220. Yes, it is possible. The screw threads 312 of the main body 310 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 are screw-connected to the joint 220. This is possible. The length of the main body 310 that is screw-connected to the joint 220 determines the length of the joint 220. The distance between the camera module 200 and the support part 110 can be adjusted. The length of the screw connection between the joint 220 and the angle adjustment member 300 determines the relative length to the bracket 100. The rotation angle of the camera module 200 can be adjusted. The joint portion 220 can include the second groove 222.

[0058] A loosening prevention part 500 is positioned in the second groove 222 of the coupling part 220 of the camera module 200. It can be done. Inside the second groove 222 of the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200 The main body 310 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 can pass through it.

[0059] The extension 230 of the camera module 200 can be formed in the housing 210. The extension 230 can be formed as an extension at both ends of the housing 210. The extension 230 of the Joule 200 is hinged to the extension 104 of the bracket 100. This allows the camera module 200 to rotate relative to the bracket 100. This is possible. In one embodiment of the present invention, the extension portion 230 of the camera module 200 is This explanation will take as an example a case where the housing 210 is extended from both ends to one side or to the rear. However, it is not limited to this, and extensions may be formed forward from both ends of the housing 210 or extending outward. It can also be formed into a long shape.

[0060] The camera angle adjustment device 10 may include a field of view adjustment member 300. One side of 00 can be placed on the bracket 100. The other side of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 This is connected to the camera module 200 so that the position of the camera module 200 can be adjusted. This is possible. The other side of the angle of view adjustment member 300 is screwed to the camera module 200 (Scr The angle of view adjustment member 300 and the camera module 200 can be connected via screws. The length and the rotation angle of the camera module 200 relative to the bracket 100 correspond to each other. It is possible. The angle of view adjustment member 300 consists of a main body 310, an end portion 320, and a stopper portion 330. It can include...

[0061] The main body 310 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 can be formed in a cylindrical shape. Main body 310 An end portion 320 can be positioned at one end of the main body 310. A thread 312 can be formed in the region where the thread 312 is formed and the end 32 A stopper 330 can be positioned between 0 and the main body 31 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. The area where the central screw thread 312 is formed is screwed to the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200. It can be adjusted. Area in the main body 310 of the angle of view adjustment member 300 where the screw thread 312 is not formed. The area is located in the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112 of the support portion 110 of the bracket 100. This is possible. Between the middle end portion 320 and the stopper portion 330 of the main body 310 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. The first region of the elastic member 400 can be placed in the area where it is positioned. (Angle of view adjustment section) The area between the middle end portion 320 and the fastening portion 330 of the main body 310 of material 300 is a bracket It can be placed inside the support portion 110 of T 100.

[0062] The end portion 320 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 is formed to extend outward from the main body 310. Yes, it is possible. The end portion 320 can be formed in a disc shape. The end portion 320 is a field of view adjustment part It can be positioned at one end of material 300. The end portion 320 is spaced apart from the stopper portion 330. It can be placed. A stopper groove 322 is formed on the outer or rear surface of the end portion 320. This is possible. The end portion 320 of the angle of view adjustment member 300 is the support portion 110 of the bracket 100. It can be placed inside. The end 320 of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 is connected to the first opening 1122 and It can be positioned between the second opening 1142. The end 320 of the viewing angle adjustment member 300 is It can be placed between the first region 410 and the second region 420 of the elastic member 400. The end portion 320 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 is connected to the third opening 412 and the fourth opening 422 of the elastic member 400. It can be positioned between the outer surface or rear surface of the end 320 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. The outside is exposed through the fourth opening 422 of the elastic member 400 and the second opening 1142 of the second side wall 114. It can be exposed to the elements.

[0063] The stopper portion 330 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 is formed to extend outward from the main body 310. This is possible. The stopper portion 330 is located between the area where the threads are formed in the main body 310 and the end portion 320. They can be positioned. The stopper portion 330 can be separated by a certain distance from the end portion 320. The stopper portion 330 can be formed in a disc shape. One surface of the stopper portion 330 is a curved surface. It can be formed by its shape. The stopper portion 330 is the third of the support portion 110 of the bracket 100. It can be positioned between the inside of the side wall 112 and the first region 410 of the elastic member 400. One surface of the curved stopper portion 330 is the first support portion 110 of the bracket 100. It can face the inner surface of the side wall 112. At least a portion of one side of the stopper portion 330 is The stopper 330 can be positioned in the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112. It can contact the first groove 1124 of the wall 112. The radius of the stopper 330 is the first groove 11 It can be formed with a radius larger than 24.

[0064] In one embodiment of the present invention, one side of the angle of view adjustment member 300 is the end 3 of the angle of view adjustment member 300 20 represents the directional region, and the other side represents the opposite directional region of the end portion 320 relative to the main body 310. This can be interpreted as follows.

[0065] The camera angle adjustment device 10 may include an elastic member 400. The elastic member 400 is It can be placed on the bracket 100. The elastic member 400 supports the bracket 100. It can be placed inside the holding part 110. The elastic member 400 is part of the angle of view adjustment member 300. The side and the bracket 100 can be brought into contact. The elastic member 400 is the angle of view adjustment member 30 The other side of the stopper portion 330 of 0 is in contact with and elastically supported by the stopper portion 330 of the angle of view adjustment member 300 One surface can be continuously in contact with the first side wall 112. The elastic member 400 is at least A portion of it can also be bent. The area of ​​the elastic member 400 that can be bent is the support part Elastic member 40 can be positioned to contact or be adjacent to the bottom surface of 110. The area that cannot be folded can be exposed to the outside. The elastic member 400 is 'U' It can be formed in a U-shape. The cross-section of the elastic member 400 is 'U'-shaped or 'V'-shaped. It can be formed in this manner. The elastic member 400 is formed of an elastic material. Yes, it is possible. The elastic member 400 can be made of a metal material. The elastic member 400 is It can include a first region 410 and a second region 420.

[0066] The first region 410 of the elastic member 400 is the end portion 320 and the stopper portion 330 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. It can be placed in the region between the two. The first region 410 is the stopper for the angle of view adjustment member 300. The angle-of-view adjustment member 300 can be elastically supported by contacting one side of part 320. 410 can make line contact with one side of the stopper portion 320 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. Furthermore, the other side of the stopper portion 320 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 is the first side wall 112 of the bracket 100. To make contact with it, or to position the angle-of-view adjustment member 300 relative to the bracket 100 at a certain position It can be fixed in place. The first region 410 may include the third opening 412.

[0067] The third opening 412 of the first region 410 corresponds to the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112. This is possible. The third opening 412 of the first region 410 is connected to the first opening 1122 of the first side wall 112. They can face each other. The third opening 412 of the first region 410 is the first opening of the first side wall 112. It can be formed to a size corresponding to 1122.

[0068] The second region 420 of the elastic member 400 is connected to the end 320 of the angle of view adjustment member 300 and the bracket 3 It can be positioned between the inner surface of the second side wall 114 of 00. The second region 420 is a projection It can be positioned between the risers 1144 and 1146 and the bottom surface of the support part 110. Second region 420 is provided by one or the inner surface of the second side wall 114 of the support portion 110 of the bracket 100. The second region 420 can be supported by bending the first region 420. ) can be formed. The second region 420 includes the fourth opening 422. It is possible.

[0069] The fourth opening 422 of the second region 420 corresponds to the second opening 1142 of the second side wall 114. This is possible. The fourth opening 422 of the second region 420 is connected to the second opening 1142 of the second side wall 114. They can face each other. The fourth opening 422 of the second region 420 is the second opening of the second side wall 114. It can be formed to a size corresponding to 1142.

[0070] The camera angle adjustment device 10 may include a loosening prevention part 500. It can be placed in the second groove 222 of the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200. The anti-loosening portion 500 can be passed through by the main body 310 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300. In one embodiment of the present invention, the anti-loosening part 500 means a lock nut. The loosening prevention part 500 prevents the angle of view adjustment member 300, which is screw-connected to the joint part 200, from loosening. It can perform a function to prevent this.

[0071] Figures 11 and 12 are operation diagrams of a camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0072] Referring to Figures 11 and 12, the user inserts the tool into the tool groove 222 of the angle adjustment member 300. When rotated, the angle of view adjustment member 300, which is screw-connected to the coupling part 220 of the camera module 200, moves... The length of the screw connection can be adjusted by rotating it in the direction. This allows the camera module Adjust the distance between the top of the 200 and the top of the bracket 100, so that the bracket 100 is The rotation angle of the camera module 200 can be adjusted. It can provide the optimal field of view for the 200.

[0073] Figure 13 is a perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 14 is This is an enlarged view of section B in Figure 13.

[0074] Referring to Figures 13 and 14, another embodiment of the present invention is shown: Camera angle adjustment device 20 The components include a bracket 100, a camera module 200, a field of view adjustment member 300, and an elastic member. It may include 400 and a loosening prevention part 600, but this is implemented with the exception of some of the configurations. It is also possible to include other additional configurations, and this does not preclude any further configurations.

[0075] The following describes a camera angle adjustment device 20 according to another embodiment of the present invention, specifically the camera angle adjustment device according to one embodiment of the present invention. The differences from the camera angle adjustment device 10 will be explained. Otherwise, see another embodiment of the present invention. The configuration of the camera angle adjustment device 20 is the same as that of the camera angle adjustment device 10 according to one embodiment of the present invention. It can be understood that this is the same as the structure.

[0076] A loosening prevention part 600 is provided on the front or other side of the coupling part 220 of the camera module 200. It may include grooves 224 that are arranged. A portion of the grooves 224 of the joint 220 is part of the joint 22 Formed on the front or other side of 0, the other part is separated from the front or other side of the joint 220. The groove 224 of the joint 220 can be extended vertically. The groove 224 of the joint 220 can be formed in a 'convex' shape.

[0077] The anti-loosening part 600 is positioned in the groove 224 of the coupling part 220 of the camera module 200. The anti-loosening part 600 is inserted into the groove 224 of the joint part 200 from above. Yes, it is possible. The anti-loosening part 600 is secured by the threads 312 of the main body 310 of the angle-of-view adjustment member 300. It may include through holes. Another embodiment of the present invention is the anti-loosening portion 600. It can perform the same function as the loosening prevention part 500 according to one embodiment of the invention. That is, loosening prevention The part 600 can prevent the angle of view adjustment member 300, which is screw-connected to the joint part 220, from loosening. Cut.

[0078] Figures 15 to 19 show the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to another embodiment of the present invention. This is a drawing.

[0079] The manufacturing process of the camera angle adjustment device 20 according to another embodiment of the present invention will be described below. .

[0080] Referring to Figure 15, there is a hole 22 in the joint 220 of the cast camera module 200. Drill a hole in 2. At this time, the diameter of the hole 222 in the joint 220 is the same as that of the angle of view adjustment member 300. It can be machined to correspond to the diameter of the main body 102.

[0081] Referring to Figure 16, the screw threads of the hole 222 and the groove 224 of the joint 220 are machined. The threads of the hole 222 in the joint 220 are the threads of the main body 310 of the angle of view adjustment member 300. It can be machined to correspond to 2. A part of the groove 224 of the joint 220 is the joint Formed on the front or other side of 220, the other part is the front or other side of the joint 220 It can be separated from it. The groove 224 of the joint 220 can be formed in a 'convex' shape. In this case, the groove 224 of the joint 220 is machined by a 'convex' shaped processing device. It is possible.

[0082] Referring to Figures 17 and 18, the hole 222 of the processed joint 220 has a loosening prevention part. 600 can be inserted from top to bottom. In this case, the groove of the anti-loosening part 600 is It is positioned to correspond to the hole 222 in the coupling portion 220 of the camera module 200. This is possible. In another embodiment of the present invention, the loosening prevention part 600 is donut-shaped. To illustrate with an example, the design is not limited to this, and various forms such as the square plate of the anti-loosening part 600 can be used. It is possible.

[0083] Referring to Figure 19, the elastic member 400 is placed on the support portion 110 of the bracket 100. Then, the angle of view adjustment member 300 is placed on the elastic member 400 and the support part 110. After that, the angle of view adjustment is performed. By screw-connecting member 300 to the joint 200 of camera module 200, The field of view of the camera module 200 relative to the racket 100 can be adjusted.

[0084] Figure 20 is a perspective view of a camera angle adjustment device according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 is an enlarged view of section C in Figure 20. Figure 22 is a camera according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. This is a cross-sectional view of a part of the angle adjustment device.

[0085] Referring to Figures 20 and 21, a camera adjustment device 30 according to yet another embodiment of the present invention The components include a bracket 100, a camera module 200, a field of view adjustment member 300, and an elastic member. It may include 400 and the anti-loosening part 500, but except for some of these components, it is not practical. It may also be implemented, and does not preclude other additional configurations.

[0086] In the following, in a camera angle adjustment device 30 according to yet another embodiment of the present invention, The differences from the aforementioned camera angle adjustment device 10 will be explained. The configuration of the camera angle adjustment device 30 according to the embodiment of the present invention is the camera angle adjustment according to one embodiment of the present invention It can be understood that this is the same configuration as device 10.

[0087] The second side wall 114 of the support portion 110 of the bracket 100 includes grooves 1147 and 1148. It is possible to include two grooves 1147 and 1148. The grooves 1142 and 1144 can be formed spaced apart from the second opening 1142. One of the grooves 1147, 1148 is located on one side of the second opening 1142, the second side wall 11 The other is a second side wall 1 located on the other side of the second opening 1142, which is formed in the central region of 4. 14 central regions can be formed. Grooves 1147, 1148 are projections 1144, 1 It may not overlap with 146. Through grooves 1147 and 1148, projection 11 44 and 1146 can be easily molded.

[0088] Figures 23 and 24 show the manufacturing process of a camera angle adjustment device according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. This is a diagram illustrating this.

[0089] Referring to Figures 23 and 24, camera angle adjustment device 3 according to yet another embodiment of the present invention The molding process for protrusions 1144 and 1146 of part 0 will be explained.

[0090] Referring to Figures 23 and 24, the first punch (P1) is delivered from outside the second side wall 114 to the second The second punch (P2) enters horizontally toward the side wall 114, and from above the support portion 110 It enters vertically toward the bottom surface of the support part 110. At this time, the second punch (P2) is first After entering, the first punch (P1) can enter. Conversely, the first punch ( After P1) enters first, the second punch (P2) can enter. This allows the b The detailed components of the support part 110 of the racket 100 can be easily manufactured.

[0091] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, but the technical field to which the present invention belongs A person with ordinary skill in this regard would know that the present invention can be made to be otherwise without altering its technical concept or essential features. It can be understood that this can be implemented in a specific form. Therefore, the implementation described above It must be understood that examples are illustrative in all respects and not limiting.

Claims

1. bracket; A camera module that is rotatably coupled to the bracket around a first axis; An angle-of-view adjustment member including a first portion that connects to the bracket and a second portion that connects to the camera module; and The bracket includes an elastic member that is positioned on the bracket and brings the first portion of the angle-of-view adjustment member into contact with the bracket, The bracket includes a support portion on which the elastic member is arranged. The support portion includes a first side wall positioned between the camera module and the first portion of the angle of view adjustment member. The aforementioned angle of view adjustment member is A body extending in a third direction, with the first portion formed on one side and the second portion formed on the other side; A screw thread formed on the outer surface of the second portion of the main body, which is screw-connected to the camera module; and The main body includes a stopper that protrudes outward from the outer surface of the first portion of the main body, The first surface of the stopper in the third direction is in contact with the elastic member, and the second surface, which is the opposite surface of the first surface, is in contact with the bracket. The third direction is perpendicular to the axial direction of the first axis and points from the camera module towards the bracket, in a camera device.

2. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein the first side wall includes a first opening in which a part of the angle-of-view adjustment member is disposed.

3. The camera device according to claim 2, wherein the length of the first opening in a first direction perpendicular to the through-direction of the first opening is longer than the length of the second direction perpendicular to the through-direction and the first direction.

4. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein the camera module includes a coupling portion to which the second portion of the field of view adjustment member is coupled so that the position of the camera module can be adjusted.

5. The connecting portion of the camera module and the support portion of the bracket are separated. When the distance between the connecting portion and the support portion increases, the distance between the upper part of the camera module and the upper part of the bracket becomes greater than the distance between the lower part of the camera module and the lower part of the bracket. The upper part of the camera module is located above the first axis, and the lower part of the camera module is located below the first axis. The camera device according to claim 4, wherein the upper part of the bracket is located above the first axis and the lower part of the bracket is located below the first axis.

6. The camera device according to claim 5, wherein the second surface of the stopper portion of the angle of view adjustment member is formed in a convex shape.

7. The camera device according to claim 1, wherein the first side wall of the support portion includes a first groove on the surface facing the first portion of the viewing angle adjustment member, the surface having a concave shape.

8. The camera device according to claim 4, wherein the second portion of the angle-of-view adjustment member is screw-connected to the coupling portion.

9. Depending on the length of the screw connection between the angle of view adjustment member and the camera module, the distance between the upper part of the bracket connected to the first part of the angle of view adjustment member and the upper part of the camera module connected to the second part of the angle of view adjustment member is different, The camera device according to claim 8, wherein the length of the screw connection between the angle of view adjustment member and the camera module and the rotation angle of the camera module around the first axis relative to the bracket correspond to each other.

10. The coupling portion of the camera module is the second groove; and The camera device according to claim 4, further comprising a loosening prevention portion disposed in the second groove and penetrated by the main body of the angle-of-view adjustment member.

11. The support portion includes a second side wall and a third side wall connected to the first side wall. The camera device according to claim 1.

12. The stopper portion of the angle-of-view adjustment member is The camera device according to claim 11, which is disposed in the space between the second side wall and the third side wall.

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