Camera modure

Abstract

The present embodiment relates to a camera module comprising: a first body including a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to the first body; a lens module in which at least a portion thereof is disposed within the first body; a first shield cover coupled to the first body; and a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein at least a portion thereof is disposed at a position higher than the top plate of the first body and exposed to the outside.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a camera module. Background Technology

[0002] Recently, ultra-small camera modules are being developed and are widely used in small electronic products such as smartphones, laptops, and game consoles.

[0003] With the popularization of automobiles, micro cameras are widely used not only in small electronic devices but also in vehicles. For example, they are equipped with dashcam cameras for vehicle protection or objective data regarding traffic accidents, rear-view cameras that allow the driver to monitor blind spots behind the vehicle via a screen to ensure safety when reversing, and surrounding detection cameras that monitor the vehicle's vicinity.

[0004] Recently, as camera modules have become higher in pixel count, the heat dissipation performance of plastic bodies has become an issue. In particular, while conventional plastic bodies are cheaper than metal bodies, they are vulnerable to heat loss, leading to product degradation with use in high-pixel camera modules. The problem to be solved

[0005] The present embodiment aims to provide a camera module capable of maximizing heat dissipation performance and minimizing waterproofing issues.

[0006] In addition, we aim to provide a camera module that reduces costs by minimizing assembly labor. means of solving the problem

[0007] A camera module according to the present embodiment comprises: a first body including a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to the first body; a lens module in which at least a portion thereof is disposed within the first body; a first shield cover coupled to the first body; and a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein at least a portion thereof may be disposed at a position higher than the top plate of the first body and exposed to the outside.

[0008] The first shield cover comprises a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate, and the side plate of the first shield cover comprises a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, and the second portion of the first shield cover may not overlap with the top plate of the first body in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction.

[0009] The length of the first part of the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis may be shorter than the length of the second part of the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis.

[0010] The first portion of the side plate of the first shield cover can be joined to the first body by insert injection.

[0011] The first body includes a connecting portion protruding upward from the top plate of the first body, and the connecting portion of the first body may be disposed on the second portion of the side plate of the first shield cover.

[0012] The coupling portion of the first body may include a first region having a first width in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction, and a second region extending upward from the first region and having a second width smaller than the first width.

[0013] The coupling portion of the first body can be joined to the second portion of the first shield cover by insert injection.

[0014] The second region of the coupling portion of the first body comprises a plurality of second regions, and the coupling portion of the first body comprises a groove formed between the plurality of second regions, and the groove of the coupling portion of the first body may be disposed at a corner disposed between the side plates of the first shield cover.

[0015] The second shield cover is disposed within the second body, and the second shield cover includes a bottom plate and a side plate extending from the bottom plate, and the thickness in the direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction of the side plate of the first shield cover may be thicker than the thickness in the corresponding direction of the side plate of the second shield cover.

[0016] The second shield cover may be spaced apart from the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis.

[0017] The side plate of the second shield cover includes a portion that protrudes above the second body, and the protruding portion of the second shield cover may be disposed within the first body.

[0018] The second body includes a hole, and at least a portion of the second shield cover may be exposed by the hole of the second body.

[0019] The second shield cover can be in direct contact with the inner surface of the second body and adhered to the inner surface of the second body.

[0020] The first shield cover may be formed of a metal material, and the first body may be formed of a plastic material.

[0021] The above substrate assembly includes a first substrate coupled to the bottom of the first shield cover, a second substrate disposed below the first substrate, a spacer disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate, and a third substrate electrically connecting the first substrate and the second substrate, and the thickness in the direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction of the first shield cover may be thicker than the thickness in the corresponding direction of the spacer.

[0022] A camera module according to the present embodiment comprises: a first body including a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to the first body; a lens module having at least a portion disposed within the first body; a first shield cover coupled to the first body; and a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein the first shield cover includes a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, and the second portion of the first shield cover may be exposed to the outside.

[0023] The length of the second part of the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis may be longer than the length of the first part of the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis.

[0024] The first part of the first shield cover may be a part that is inserted and injection molded with the first body.

[0025] The first shield cover comprises a top plate and a side plate extending downward from the top plate, and includes a second shield cover disposed within the second body and in contact with the inner surface of the second body, wherein the thickness of the first shield cover in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction of the side plate may be thicker than the thickness of the second shield cover in a corresponding direction.

[0026] A camera module according to the present embodiment comprises: a first body including a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to the first body; a lens module having at least a portion disposed within the first body; a first shield cover coupled to the first body; and a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein the first shield cover includes a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, and the second portion of the first shield cover may be disposed at a position higher than the first body. Effects of the invention

[0027] Through this embodiment, a body structure capable of maximizing heat dissipation can be provided.

[0028] In addition, by assembling the metal cover and plastic body using insert injection molding, assembly labor can be minimized and costs can be reduced.

[0029] In addition, through a pretreatment process on the cover, interface separation between the cover and the rear body can be prevented, thereby maximizing waterproof performance. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0030] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of a camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 3 is a plan view of a camera module according to the present embodiment. Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of AA of Figure 3. Figure 5 is a cross-sectional view of the BB in Figure 3. FIG. 6 is a side view of a camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 7 is a perspective view with the first body and the second body of the camera module according to the present embodiment removed. FIG. 8 is a perspective view taken from above of the first body and the first shield cover of a camera module according to the present embodiment. Fig. 9 is an exploded perspective view of Fig. 8. FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the first body and the first shield cover of a camera module according to the present embodiment, viewed from below. Fig. 11 is an exploded perspective view of Fig. 10. FIG. 12 is a perspective view taken from above of the second body and the second shield cover of the camera module according to the present embodiment. Fig. 13 is an exploded perspective view of Fig. 12. FIG. 14 is a perspective view of the second body and second shield cover of the camera module according to the present embodiment, viewed from below. Fig. 15 is an exploded perspective view of Fig. 14. FIG. 16 is a front view of the second body of the camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 17 is a perspective view illustrating the coupling relationship between the first shield cover and the substrate assembly of the camera module according to the present embodiment. FIGS. 18 and 19 are perspective views of a substrate assembly of a camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 20 is a perspective view of a shield member of a camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 21 (a) is a rear view of the first shield cover of the camera module according to the present embodiment, and FIG. 21 (b) is a top view of the second shield cover of the camera module according to the present embodiment. FIG. 22 is a drawing illustrating the coupling surface between the first shield cover and the first body and the coupling surface between the second shield cover and the second body of a camera module according to the present embodiment. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0031] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0032] However, the technical concept of the present invention is not limited to some of the described embodiments but can be implemented in various different forms, and within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention, one or more of the components among the embodiments may be selectively combined or substituted.

[0033] In addition, terms used in the embodiments of the present invention (including technical and scientific terms) may be interpreted in a sense that is generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention belongs, unless explicitly and specifically defined otherwise. Terms that are commonly used, such as terms defined in advance, may be interpreted in consideration of their meaning in the context of the relevant technology.

[0034] Furthermore, the terms used in the embodiments of the present invention are for the purpose of describing the embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0035] In this specification, the singular form may include the plural form unless specifically stated otherwise in the text, and when described as "at least one of A and B and C (or more than one)," it may include one or more of all combinations that can be formed from A, B, and C.

[0036] In addition, terms such as first, second, A, B, (a), (b), etc., may be used when describing the components of the embodiments of the present invention. These terms are used merely to distinguish the components from other components and are not intended to limit the essence, order, or sequence of the components.

[0037] And, where it is stated that a component is 'connected', 'combined', or 'connected' to another component, this may include not only cases where the component is directly 'connected', 'combined', or 'connected' to the other component, but also cases where it is 'connected', 'combined', or 'connected' due to another component located between the component and the other component.

[0038] Furthermore, when described as being formed or placed "above" or "below" each component, "above" or "below" includes not only cases where two components are in direct contact with each other, but also cases where one or more other components are formed or placed between the two components. Additionally, when expressed as "above" or "below," it may include the meaning of a downward direction as well as an upward direction relative to a single component.

[0040] Hereinafter, a camera module other than the present embodiment will be described in more detail according to the attached drawings.

[0041] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of a camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 3 is a plan view of a camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 4 is a cross-sectional view AA of FIG. 3, FIG. 5 is a cross-sectional view BB of FIG. 3, FIG. 6 is a side view of a camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 7 is a perspective view with the first body and the second body removed of a camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 8 is a perspective view of the first body and the first shield cover of a camera module according to the present embodiment viewed from above, FIG. 9 is an exploded perspective view of FIG. 8, FIG. 10 is a perspective view of the first body and the first shield cover of a camera module according to the present embodiment viewed from below, FIG. 11 is an exploded perspective view of FIG. 10, FIG. 12 is a perspective view of the second body and the second shield cover of a camera module according to the present embodiment viewed from above, and FIG. 13 is an exploded view of FIG. 12. FIG. 14 is a perspective view of the second body and second shield cover of a camera module according to the present embodiment viewed from below, FIG. 15 is an exploded perspective view of FIG. 14, FIG. 16 is a front view of the second body of the camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 17 is a perspective view illustrating the coupling relationship between the first shield cover and the substrate assembly of the camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 18 and FIG. 19 are perspective views of the substrate assembly of the camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 20 is a perspective view of the shield member of the camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 21 (a) is a rear view of the first shield cover of the camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 21 (b) is a plan view of the second shield cover of the camera module according to the present embodiment, FIG. 22 is a drawing illustrating the coupling surface between the first shield cover and the first body and the coupling surface between the second shield cover and the second body of the camera module according to the present embodiment.

[0042] A camera module (10) according to one embodiment of the present invention may be a vehicle camera module. The camera module (10) may be coupled to a vehicle. The camera module (10) may be used in one or more of a front camera, a side camera, a rear camera, and a black box of a vehicle. The camera module (10) may be positioned at the front of the vehicle. The camera module (10) may be positioned at the rear of the vehicle. The camera module (10) may be coupled to the windshield of the vehicle. The camera module (10) may be coupled to the windshield at the front or rear of the vehicle. The camera module (10) may be positioned on the side of the vehicle. The camera module (10) may capture a subject and output it as an image to a display (not shown).

[0043] The camera module (10) may include a first body (100). The first body (100) may be referred to as a front body, an upper housing, or a first housing. The first body (100) may be formed of a plastic material. The first body (100) may be formed in a square shape with an open bottom. The first body (100) may be placed on a second body (300). The first body (100) may be combined with the second body (300). The bottom of the first body (100) may be fixed to the second body (300). The first body (100) may be combined with the second body (300) by any one of ultrasonic welding, laser welding, and thermal welding. As a variation, the first body (100) can be joined to the second body (300) by an adhesive.

[0044] A first shield cover (200) may be disposed within the first body (100). A lower portion of a side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) may be disposed within the first body (100). The first body (100) may be combined with the first shield cover (200). The first body (100) may be insert-molded with the first shield cover (200).

[0045] The first body (100) may include a top plate (110) and a side plate (120) extending from the top plate (110). The top plate (110) may be formed in the shape of a square plate. The top plate (110) may extend outward from the outer surface of the coupling portion (130). The top plate (110) may be parallel to the top plate (210) of the first shield cover (200). The top plate (110) may not overlap with the top plate (210) of the first shield cover (200) in the optical axis direction.

[0046] The top plate (110) may include a hole (111). A first shield cover (200) may be disposed in the hole (111). At least a portion of the first shield cover (200) may be disposed in the hole (111). A side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) may be coupled to the hole (111). At least a portion of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) may be disposed in the hole (111). A first portion (221) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) may be disposed in the hole (111). The top plate (110) may be insert-molded with the first portion (221) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200).

[0047] The top plate (110) may include a groove (112). The groove (112) may be recessed upward from the lower surface of the top plate (110). The groove (112) may be formed outward from the bottom of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200). The groove (112) may overlap at least a portion of the first part (221) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (220) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The groove (112) may overlap at least a portion of the first substrate (610) in the optical axis direction. The groove (112) may overlap the coupling portion (130) in the optical axis direction. The groove (112) may not overlap the side plate (120) of the first body (100) in the optical axis direction. A groove (112) may be formed at a position corresponding to the outer edge region of the first substrate (610). An adhesive may be placed in the groove (112). Epoxy may be placed in the groove (112). An epoxy-based adhesive may be placed in the groove (112). In this case, the adhesive may be attached to the top plate (110) of the first body (100) of the first substrate (610). The adhesive may be fixed to the top plate (110) of the first body (100) of the first substrate (610).

[0048] The side plate (120) may extend downward from the outer edge of the top plate (110). The side plate (120) may extend downward from the edge of the top plate (110). The side plate (120) may include a plurality of side plates (120). The side plate (120) may be positioned outside the coupling portion (130). The side plate (120) may not overlap the coupling portion (130) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The side plate (120) may be parallel to the coupling portion (130). The plurality of side plates (120) may include a first side plate and a second side plate, a third side plate positioned opposite the first side plate, and a fourth side plate positioned opposite the second side plate.

[0049] The side plate (120) may include a groove (121). The groove (121) may be recessed from the bottom of the side plate (120). The groove (121) may be recessed from a portion of the bottom of the side plate (120). The side plate (320) of the second body (300) may be placed in the groove (121). The protrusion (321) of the side plate (320) of the second body (300) may be placed in the groove (121). The groove (121) and the protrusion (321) of the side plate (320) may be a portion where any one of ultrasonic welding, laser welding, and thermal welding is applied. The groove (121) and the protrusion (321) of the side plate (320) may be fixed by any one of ultrasonic welding, laser welding, and thermal welding.

[0050] The first body (100) may include a connecting portion (130). The connecting portion (130) may protrude upward from the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The connecting portion (130) may extend upward from the edge region of the hole (111) of the top plate (110). The connecting portion (130) may extend upward from the inner surface of the hole (111) of the top plate (110).

[0051] A first shield cover (200) may be disposed within the coupling portion (130). A side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) may be disposed within the coupling portion (130). The coupling portion (130) may be coupled with the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200). The inner surface of the coupling portion (130) may come into contact with the outer surface of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200). The coupling portion (130) may be insert-molded with the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200). The coupling portion (130) may wrap around a portion of the first shield cover (200) that is exposed to the outside, thereby preventing damage to the first shield cover (200) from external impact.

[0052] The coupling portion (130) may include a first region (131) having a first width and a second region (132) extending upward from the first region (131) and having a second width greater than the first width. In this case, the width may refer to a length in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The length of the first region (131) of the coupling portion (130) in the optical axis direction may be smaller than the length of the second region (132) of the coupling portion (130) in the optical axis direction. The first region (131) may be positioned closer to the top plate (110) of the first body (100) than the second region (132). The first region (131) may protrude upward from the inner surface of the hole (111) of the top plate (110) of the first body (100).

[0053] The coupling portion (130) may include a plurality of coupling portions (130). The plurality of coupling portions (130) may include a first coupling portion and a second coupling portion, a third coupling portion positioned opposite the first coupling portion, and a fourth coupling portion positioned opposite the second coupling portion. The first coupling portion may be formed at a position corresponding to the first side plate of the first body (100). The second coupling portion may be formed at a position corresponding to the second side plate of the first body (100). The third coupling portion may be formed at a position corresponding to the third side plate of the first body (100). The fourth coupling portion may be formed at a position corresponding to the fourth side plate of the first body (100). The first to fourth coupling portions may be formed integrally.

[0054] A plurality of connecting parts (130) may each include a first region (131) having a first width and a second region (132) having a second width. The first connecting part may include a first-1 region having a first width and a second-1 region having a second width. The second connecting part may include a first-2 region having a first width and a second-2 region having a second width. The third connecting part may include a first-3 region having a first width and a second-3 region having a second width. The fourth connecting part may include a first-4 region having a first width and a second-4 region having a second width.

[0055] Regions 1-1 through 1-4 may be formed integrally. Regions 1-1 through 1-4 may be connected to each other. Regions 2-1 through 2-4 may each be placed on the first to fourth side plates of the first shield cover (200). Regions 2-1 and 2-4 may be spaced apart from each other. A groove may be formed between Regions 2-1 and 2-4. At this time, the groove formed between Regions 2-1 and 2-4 may be placed at the four corners of the first shield cover (200).

[0056] The camera module (10) may include a first shield cover (200). The first shield cover (200) may be formed of a metal material. The first shield cover (200) may be formed of an aluminum material. The first shield cover (200) may be formed in a rectangular shape with an open bottom. The first shield cover (200) may be placed within the first body (100). At least a portion of the first shield cover (200) may be placed within the first body (100). The first shield cover (200) may be coupled with the first body (100). The first shield cover (200) may be insert-molded with the first body (100). The first shield cover (200) may be coupled with the lens module (500). A lens module (500) may be placed inside the first shield cover (200). At least a portion of the first shield cover (200) may be placed at a position higher than the top plate (110) of the first body (100) and exposed to the outside.

[0057] The first shield cover (200) can be combined with the first body (100) to be waterproof. Depending on the application, the waterproofing can satisfy a waterproof and dustproof rating of IP52 or higher, and if placed on the exterior of a vehicle, it can satisfy an IP69K rating.

[0058] The first shield cover (200) may include a top plate (210) and a side plate (220) extending from the top plate (210). The top plate (210) may have a square plate shape. The top plate (210) may be parallel to the top plate (100) of the first body (100). The cross-sectional area of ​​the top plate (210) may be smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The top plate (210) may be positioned higher than the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The top plate (210) may be exposed to the outside. The top plate (210) may not overlap with the first body (100) in the optical axis direction. The top plate (210) may not overlap with the top plate (110) of the first body (100) in the optical axis direction. The first shield cover (200) can be combined with the substrate assembly (600).

[0059] The top plate (210) may include a hole (211). A lens module (500) may be placed in the hole (211). At least a portion of the lens module (500) may pass through the hole (211). The hole (211) may be formed at a position corresponding to the optical axis direction of the image sensor (611) of the first substrate (610). The diameter of the hole (211) in the direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may be smaller than the diameter of the hole (111) in the direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction of the top plate (110) of the first body (100).

[0060] The side plate (220) may extend downward from the outer edge of the top plate (210). The side plate (220) may extend downward from the edge of the top plate (210). The side plate (220) may be positioned inward from the connecting portion (130). The side plate (220) may be parallel to the connecting portion (130). The side plate (220) may include a plurality of side plates (220). The plurality of side plates (220) may include a first side plate and a second side plate, a third side plate positioned opposite the first side plate, and a fourth side plate positioned opposite the second side plate. A first connecting portion may be positioned on the first side plate of the first shield cover (200). A second connecting portion may be positioned on the second side plate of the first shield cover (200). A third connecting portion may be positioned on the third side plate of the first shield cover (200). A fourth coupling part may be disposed on the fourth side plate of the first shield cover (200). The first shield cover (200) may include a corner disposed between a plurality of side plates (220). The corner may include a plurality of corners. The plurality of corners may include four corners. The four corners may include a first corner disposed between the first side plate and the second side plate, a second corner disposed between the second side plate and the third side plate, a third corner disposed between the third side plate and the fourth side plate, and a fourth corner disposed between the fourth side plate and the first side plate. A groove formed between a plurality of second regions (132) of the coupling part (130) may be disposed in each of the plurality of corners. A first substrate (610) may be disposed at the bottom of the side plate (220).

[0061] The side plate (220) may include a first part (221). The first part (221) may be coupled to the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The first part (221) may refer to a part that is inserted and injection molded with the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The first part (221) may be placed in a hole (111) of the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The first part (221) may be in contact with the inner circumference of the hole (111) of the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The first part (221) may be fixed to the top plate (110) of the first body (100) by insert injection. The first part (221) may not overlap with the coupling part (130) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The first part (221) may be positioned lower than the coupling part (130) of the first body (100). The bottom of the first part (221) may be joined to the first surface of the first substrate (610). The first part (221) may overlap with the image sensor (611) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The length of the first part (221) in the optical axis direction may be shorter than the length of the second part (222) in the optical axis direction. This allows the area of ​​the first shield cover (200) exposed to the outside to be maximized. This allows the heat dissipation performance of the camera module (10) to be maximized.

[0062] The side plate (220) may include a second part (222). The second part (222) may extend upward from the first part (221). The second part (222) may be connected to the top plate (210). A connecting part (130) may be placed on the second part (222). The second part (222) may refer to a part that is inserted and injected with the connecting part (130). The second part (222) may be in contact with the inner surface of the connecting part (130). The second part (222) may be fixed to the connecting part (130) by insert injection. The second part (222) may overlap the connecting part (130) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The second part (222) may not overlap the top plate (110) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The length of the second part (222) in the direction of the optical axis may be longer than the length of the first part (221) in the direction of the optical axis. This allows the area of ​​the first shield cover (200) exposed to the outside to be maximized. This allows the heat dissipation performance of the camera module (10) to be maximized.

[0063] The first shield cover (200) can be formed integrally through metal molding. The top plate (210), side plate (220), and corner of the first shield cover (200) can be formed integrally by metal molding. More specifically, the first shield cover (200) can be placed in a solid mold having a rectangular shape. At this time, the shape of the first shield cover can be formed by pressing the first shield cover (200) in a direction toward the mold. In this case, the problem of gaps forming between side plates, which occurs in a cover formed by bending a sheet metal to form a side plate and joining the formed side plates, can be resolved. That is, in the first shield cover (200) of this embodiment, since the side plate (220) and the corner are formed integrally, there may be no gap between the multiple side plates (220) or between the side plate (220) and the corner.

[0064] The first shield cover (200) may be metal surface treated. The first shield cover (200) may be pretreated. The bonding surface of the first shield cover (200) with the first body (100) may be metal surface treated. The bonding surface of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) with the first body (100) may be metal surface treated. The first part (221) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) may be metal surface treated before insert injection with the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The contact surface of the second part (222) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) with the bonding part (130) of the first body (100) may be metal surface treated.

[0065] The first shield cover (200) may undergo a pretreatment process on the metal surface before being insert-molded into the first body (100). The first shield cover (200) may be formed of aluminum. At least a portion of the first shield cover (200) may be formed of aluminum. The first shield cover (200) may be formed of a metal material with high thermal conductivity. Pretreatment or metal surface treatment may refer to a process of removing oil attached to the metal surface and forming a film layer or coating layer (C). If the bonding surface of the first shield cover (200) with the first body (100) is immersed in a special solution for a certain period of time, nano-sized pores (S) may be formed on the bonding surface of the first shield cover (200) with the first body (100). Through this, a portion of the plastic first body (100) may melt due to the heat generated during the insert injection process of the first shield cover (200) and the first body (100) and flow into the pores (S) of the first shield cover (200). In this case, the bonding force, bonding force, and adhesion force between the first shield cover (200) and the first body (100) may be increased. Additionally, if the bonding surface of the first shield cover (200) with the first body (100) is immersed in a special solution for a certain period of time, a coating layer (C) or a film layer may be formed on the bonding surface of the first shield cover (200) with the first body (100). Through this, the phenomenon of interfacial separation between the bonding surfaces of the first shield cover (200) and the first body (100) can be prevented. In addition, waterproofing between the first shield cover (200) and the first body (100) may be possible without a separate waterproofing member or sealing member.

[0066] The first shield cover (200) can be fixed to the first body (100) through insert molding. The first shield cover (200) can be fixed to the first body (100) through insert molding. Insert molding or insert molding may refer to a molding method that integrates a metal member and a plastic member. Due to the heat generated during the insert molding process, a part of the first body (100) may melt and flow into the pores (S) created during the pretreatment process of the first shield cover (200).

[0067] Referring to FIG. 21, the thickness (t1) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200) in the direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may be thicker than the thickness (t2) of the side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400) in the direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. This may be intended to minimize damage to the first shield cover (200) from external impacts, such as vehicle vibrations, because the area of ​​the first shield cover (200) exposed to the outside is greater than the area of ​​the second shield cover (400) exposed to the outside.

[0068] The camera module (10) may include a second body (300). The second body (300) may be referred to as a rear body, a lower housing, or a second housing. The second body (300) may be formed in a rectangular shape with an open top. The second body (300) may be formed of a plastic material. The second body (300) may be placed below the first body (100). The second body (300) may be combined with the first body (100). The second body (300) may be fused to the first body (100). The second body (300) may be joined to the first body (100) by any one of ultrasonic welding, laser welding, and thermal welding. At this time, ultrasonic welding may refer to a process in which the welding portions of the second body (300) and the first body (100) are fused and integrated by vibrating the first body (100) with pressure while the second body (300) is fixed. The second body (300) can form an internal space through coupling with the first body (100).

[0069] The second body (300) may include a bottom plate (310). The bottom plate (310) may face the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The bottom plate (310) may be spaced apart from the top plate (110) of the first body (100) in the direction of the optical axis. The bottom plate (310) may be parallel to the top plate (110) of the first body (100). The bottom plate (310) may be formed in the shape of a square plate.

[0070] The bottom plate (310) may include a first hole (311). The first hole (311) may be formed by penetrating the upper and lower surfaces of the bottom plate (310). The first hole (311) may expose the second shield cover (400) to the outside. Through this, heat generated in the internal space of the first body (100) and the second body (300) can be released to the outside. Through this, the heat dissipation function of the camera module (10) can be performed.

[0071] The first hole (311) may include a plurality of first holes (311). The plurality of first holes (311) may have different shapes. The cross-sectional areas of the plurality of first holes (311) may differ from each other. The plurality of first holes (311) may include four first holes (311) spaced apart from each other. The first hole (311) may include a first-1 hole (311-1), a first-2 hole (311-2), a first-3 hole (311-3), and a first-4 hole (311-4) arranged spaced apart in the circumferential direction around the second hole (312). The first-1 hole (311-1), the first-2 hole (311-2), the first-3 hole (311-3), and the first-4 hole (311-4) may each be formed with different shapes. The cross-section of the first-1 hole (311-1) may be formed curved in at least part. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first-1 hole (311-1) may be smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-2 to first-4 holes (311-2, 311-3, 311-4). The cross-section of the first-2 hole (311-2) may be formed curved in at least part. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first-2 hole (311-2) may be larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-1 hole (311-1). The cross-sectional area of ​​the first-2 hole (311-2) may be smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-4 hole (311-4). The cross-section of the first-3 hole (311-3) may be formed curved in at least part. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first-3 hole (311-3) may be formed to be larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-1 hole (311-1), the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-2 hole (311-2), and the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-4 hole (311-4). The cross-section of the first-4 hole (311-4) may be formed as a curve in at least a part. The cross-sectional area of ​​the first-4 hole (311-4) may be formed to be larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​the first-1 hole (311-1). The first-1 hole (311-1) and the first-3 hole (311-3) may be positioned on opposite sides of the second hole (312). The first-2 hole (311-2) and the first-4 hole (311-4) may be positioned on opposite sides of the second hole (312).

[0072] The bottom plate (310) may include a second hole (312). The second hole (312) may be spaced apart from the first hole (311). The second hole (312) may be formed in a circular shape. A connector outlet (330) may be disposed in the second hole (312). The connector outlet (330) may pass through the second hole (312). A connector (640) may pass through the second hole (312). The bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400) may be disposed on the bottom plate (310). The bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400) may be in contact with the bottom plate (310). The bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400) may be joined to the bottom plate (310) by insert injection.

[0073] The bottom plate (310) may include a protrusion (313). The protrusion (313) may protrude upward from the bottom plate (310). The protrusion (313) may protrude upward from the upper surface of the bottom plate (310). The protrusion (313) may protrude upward from the edge region of the second hole (312) of the bottom plate (310). The protrusion (313) may protrude upward from the rim of the second hole (312) of the bottom plate (310). The protrusion (313) may surround the second hole (312) of the bottom plate (310). The protrusion (313) may form the upper portion of the connector pull-out portion (330). In this case, the connector pull-out portion (300) may be fitted into the second hole (312) of the bottom plate (310) of the second body (300).

[0074] The inner diameter of the protrusion (313) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may be smaller than the diameter of the second hole (312) of the base plate (310) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The inner diameter of the protrusion (313) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may be smaller than the diameter of the hole (411) of the base plate (410) of the second shield cover (400) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The outer diameter of the protrusion in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may correspond to the diameter of the second hole (312) of the base plate (310) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. At this time, the outer surface of the protrusion (313) may come into contact with the inner surface of the second hole (312) of the base plate (310) of the second body (300). By doing so, the gap between the second body (300), the connector outgoing part (330), and the second shield cover (400) can be minimized to prevent moisture from penetrating through the gap. The outer diameter of the protrusion in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may correspond to the diameter of the hole (411) in the bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. At this time, the outer surface of the protrusion (313) may come into contact with the inner surface of the hole (411) in the bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400). By doing so, the gap between the second body (300), the connector outgoing part (330), and the second shield cover (400) can be minimized to prevent moisture from penetrating through the gap.

[0075] The height of the protrusion (313) in the optical axis direction may correspond to the thickness of the bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400) in the optical axis direction. In this case, the top of the protrusion (313) may be placed on the same plane as the upper surface of the bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400). By doing so, the gap between the second body (300), the connector outlet (330), and the second shield cover (400) can be minimized to prevent moisture from penetrating through the gap. That is, the space between the second body (300) and the second shield cover (400) can be waterproofed.

[0076] The second body (300) may include a side plate (320). The side plate (320) may extend from the bottom plate (310). The side plate (320) may extend from the outer edge of the bottom plate (310). A second shield cover (400) may be disposed on the side plate (320). The second shield cover (400) may be in contact with the inner surface of the side plate (320). The side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400) may be joined to the side plate (320) by insert injection. The top of the side plate (320) may be joined to the first body (100). The outer surface of the side plate (320) may be placed on the same plane as the outer surface of the side plate (120) of the first body (100).

[0077] The side plate (320) may include a first side plate and a second side plate, a third side plate positioned opposite the first side plate, and a fourth side plate positioned opposite the second side plate. The side plate (320) may include a first corner positioned between the first side plate and the second side plate, a second corner positioned between the second side plate and the third side plate, a third corner positioned between the third side plate and the fourth side plate, and a fourth corner positioned between the fourth side plate and the first side plate. The first to fourth corners of the side plate (320) may include a round shape.

[0078] The side plate (320) may include a protrusion (321). The protrusion (321) may protrude upward from the top of the side plate (320). The protrusion (321) may protrude upward from the upper surface of the side plate (320). The protrusion (321) may be placed in the groove (121) of the first body (100). The protrusion (321) may be fused with the groove (121) of the first body (100). In this case, the fusion fusion may refer to any one of ultrasonic welding, laser welding, and thermal welding. The protrusion (321) may protrude from a portion of the upper surface of the side plate (320). The outer surface of the protrusion (321) may come into contact with the side of the groove (121) of the first body (100).

[0079] The side plate (320) may include a third hole (322). A third hole (322) may be formed in the side plate (320). The third hole (322) may be formed by penetrating the outer surface and the inner surface of the side plate (320). The second shield cover (400) may be exposed to the outside through the third hole (322). The third hole (322) may expose at least a portion of the side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400) to the outside.

[0080] The third hole (322) may include a plurality of third holes (322). The third hole (322) may include a third-1 hole formed in the first side plate of the second body (300), a third-2 hole formed in the second side plate of the second body (300), a third-3 hole formed in the third side plate of the second body (300), and a third-4 hole formed in the fourth side plate of the second body (300). The third-1 hole may be formed between the first corner of the second body (300) and the fourth corner of the second body (300). The third-1 hole may be spaced apart from the first corner and the fourth corner of the second body (300). The third-1 hole may include a plurality of third-1 holes spaced apart from each other. The third-1 hole may include five third-1 holes spaced apart from each other. The 3-2 hole may be positioned between the first corner and the second corner of the second body (300). The 3-2 hole may be spaced apart from the first corner and the second corner. The 3-2 hole may include a plurality of 3-2 holes spaced apart from each other. The 3-2 hole may include five 3-2 holes spaced apart from each other. The 3-3 hole may be positioned between the second corner of the second body (300) and the third corner of the second body (300). The 3-3 hole may be spaced apart from the second corner of the second body (300) and the third corner of the second body (300). The 3-3 hole may include a plurality of 3-3 holes spaced apart from each other. The 3-3 hole may include five 3-3 holes spaced apart from each other. The third-fourth hole may be positioned between the third corner of the second body (300) and the fourth corner of the second body (300). The third-fourth hole may be spaced apart from the third corner of the second body (300) and the fourth corner of the second body (300). The third-fourth hole may include a plurality of third-fourth holes spaced apart from each other. The third-fourth hole may include five third-fourth holes spaced apart from each other. A plurality of third holes (322) may be formed with the same shape as each other. However, they are not limited thereto and may be formed and arranged in various shapes to maximize the external exposure of the second shield cover (400). The third hole (322) may be formed with a shape different from the first hole (311).The cross-sectional area of ​​the third hole (322) may be different from the cross-sectional area of ​​the first hole (311).

[0081] The second body (300) may include a connector outlet (330). The connector outlet (330) may be coupled to the bottom plate (310). The connector outlet (330) may be placed in the second hole (312) of the bottom plate (310). The connector outlet (330) may penetrate the second hole (312) of the bottom plate (310). A connector (640) may be placed inside the connector outlet (330). The connector outlet (330) may be formed of a plastic material. The connector outlet (330) may include a hole. A connector (640) may be placed in the hole. The hole of the connector outlet (330) may accommodate at least a portion of the connector (460). Through this, the connector outlet (330) can secure the connector (640).

[0082] The camera module (10) may include a second shield cover (400). The second shield cover (400) may be formed of a metal material. The second shield cover (400) may include a bottom plate (410), a side plate (420) extending from the bottom plate (410), and a corner disposed on a plurality of side plates (420). The bottom plate (410), the side plate (420), and the corner may be formed integrally. The bottom plate (410) may be in contact with the bottom plate (310) of the second body (300).

[0083] The second shield cover (400) can be combined with the second body (300) to be waterproof. Depending on the application, the waterproof rating can satisfy an IP52 rating or higher, and if placed on the exterior of a vehicle, it can satisfy an IP69K rating.

[0084] The diameter of the second shield cover (400) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction may be smaller than the diameter in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction of the second shield cover (400). The second shield cover (400) may be spaced apart from the first shield cover (200) in the optical axis direction. Through this, the first substrate (610), which is larger than the diameter in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction of the second shield cover (400), may not be damaged by the first shield cover (200). A gap may be formed between the second shield cover (400) and the first shield cover (200). A gap may be formed between the top of the side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400) and the bottom of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200). At least a portion of the first substrate (610) may be placed in the gap between the first shield cover (200) and the second shield cover (400).

[0085] The bottom plate (410) may include a hole (411). The hole (411) may be formed in a shape corresponding to the second hole (312) of the second body (300). The hole (411) may be formed in a size corresponding to the second hole (312) of the second body (300). At least a portion of the connector pull-out portion (330) may be disposed in the hole (411). The connector pull-out portion (330) may pass through the hole (411). The inner surface of the hole (411) may come into contact with at least a portion of the outer surface of the connector pull-out portion (330). At least a portion of the connector (640) may be disposed in the hole (411). The connector (640) may pass through the hole (411).

[0086] The side plate (420) may protrude above the second substrate (620). The side plate (420) may protrude above the first surface of the second substrate (620). At least a portion of the side plate (420) may protrude above the second substrate (620). The upper portion of the side plate (420) may be positioned higher than the second substrate (620). The side plate (420) may include a portion that protrudes above the first surface of the second substrate (620). The portion of the side plate (420) that protrudes above the second substrate (620) may be positioned between the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620). The portion of the side plate (420) that protrudes above the second substrate (620) may be positioned between the second surface of the first substrate (610) and the first surface of the second substrate (620). The portion of the side plate (420) that protrudes above the second substrate (620) may not overlap with the first substrate (610) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction.

[0087] The side plate (420) may include a first side plate, a second side plate, a third side plate positioned opposite the first side plate, and a fourth side plate positioned opposite the second side plate. The outer surface of the first side plate may be in contact with the inner surface of the first side plate of the second body (300). The outer surface of the second side plate may be in contact with the inner surface of the second side plate of the second body (300). The outer surface of the third side plate may be in contact with the inner surface of the third side plate of the second body (300). The outer surface of the fourth side plate may be in contact with the inner surface of the fourth side plate of the second body (300).

[0088] The second shield cover (400) may include a first corner disposed on the first side plate and the second side plate, a second corner disposed between the second side plate and the third side plate, a third corner disposed between the third side plate and the fourth side plate, and a fourth corner disposed between the fourth side plate and the first side plate. The outer surface of the first corner of the second shield cover (400) may come into contact with the inner surface of the first corner of the second body (300). The outer surface of the second corner of the second shield cover (400) may come into contact with the inner surface of the second corner of the second body (300). The outer surface of the third corner of the second shield cover (400) may come into contact with the inner surface of the third corner of the second body (200). The outer surface of the fourth corner of the second shield cover (400) may come into contact with the inner surface of the fourth corner of the second body (300). The second shield cover (400) may be grounded to the second substrate (620). The outer surface of the second shield cover (400) and the connector (640) may be grounded.

[0089] The second shield cover (400) can be formed integrally through metal molding. That is, the bottom plate (410), side plate (420), and corner of the second shield cover (400) can be formed integrally by metal molding. More specifically, the second shield cover (400) can be placed in a solid mold having a rectangular shape. At this time, the shape of the second shield cover can be formed by pressing the second shield cover (400) in a direction toward the mold. In this case, the problem of gaps forming between side plates, which occurs in a cover formed by bending a sheet metal to form a side plate and joining the formed side plates, can be resolved. That is, since the side plate (420) and the corner of the second shield cover (400) of the present invention are formed integrally, there may be no gap between multiple side plates (420) or between a side plate (420) and a corner.

[0090] The second shield cover (400) may be metal surface treated. The second shield cover (400) may be pretreated. The bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) with the second body (300) may be metal surface treated. The bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) with the second body (300) may be pretreated. The second shield cover (400) may undergo a metal surface pretreatment process before being insert-molded into the second body (300). The second shield cover (400) may be formed of aluminum. At least a portion of the second shield cover (400) may be formed of aluminum. The second shield cover (400) may be formed of a metal material with high thermal conductivity. Pretreatment or metal surface treatment may refer to a process of removing oil attached to the metal surface and forming a film layer or coating layer (C). If the bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) with the second body (300) is immersed in a special solution for a certain period of time, nano-sized pores (S) can be formed on the bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) with the second body (300). Through this, a portion of the plastic material of the second body (300) can melt due to the heat generated during the insert injection process of the second shield cover (400) and the second body (300) and flow into the pores (S) of the second shield cover (400). In this case, the bonding strength, bonding strength, and adhesion strength between the second shield cover (400) and the second body (300) can be increased. Additionally, if the bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) with the second body (300) is immersed in a special solution for a certain period of time, a coating layer (C) or a film layer may be formed on the bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) with the second body (300). Through this, the phenomenon of interfacial separation between the bonding surface of the second shield cover (400) and the second body (300) can be prevented. Furthermore, waterproofing between the second shield cover (400) and the second body (300) may be possible without a separate waterproofing member or sealing member.

[0091] The second shield cover (400) can be fixed to the second body (200) through insert molding. The second shield cover (400) can be fixed to the second body (200) through insert molding. Insert molding or insert molding may refer to a molding method that integrates a metal member and a plastic member. Due to the heat generated during the insert molding process, a part of the second body (200) may melt and flow into the pore (S) created during the pre-treatment process of the second shield cover (400).

[0092] The camera module (10) may include a lens module (500). The lens module (500) may be coupled to a first shield cover (200). At least a portion of the lens module (500) may be disposed within the first shield cover (200). At least a portion of the lens module (500) may be disposed within the first body (100). The lens module (500) may penetrate a hole (211) in the top plate (210) of the first shield cover (200).

[0093] The lens module (500) may include a lens (510). The lens (510) may be placed within the lens module (500). The lens (510) may be coupled to the lens module (500). In this case, the lens module (500) may be a lens barrel or a lens holder. The lens (510) may include a plurality of lenses (510). The lens (510) may be aligned with an image sensor (611). The optical axis of the lens (510) may be aligned with the image sensor (611). The optical axis of the lens (510) may coincide with the center axis of the image sensor (611). The lens module (500) may include an infrared filter (IR filter, Infrared Ray filter) (not shown) placed between the lens (510) and the image sensor (611).

[0094] The camera module (10) may include a substrate assembly (600). The substrate assembly (600) may be disposed within the second body (300). The substrate assembly (600) may be disposed in the internal space formed by the combination of the first body (100) and the second body (300). At least a portion of the substrate assembly (400) may be disposed within the first shield cover (200). The substrate assembly (400) may be disposed within the second shield cover (400).

[0095] The substrate assembly (400) may include a first substrate (610). The first substrate (610) may include a printed circuit board. The first substrate (610) may include a rigid printed circuit board. An image sensor (611) may be disposed on the first substrate (610). At this time, the first substrate (610) may be named a sensor substrate. The first substrate (610) may include a first surface facing the top plate (110) of the first body (100) and a second surface disposed on the opposite side of the first surface. The image sensor (611) may be disposed on the first surface of the first substrate (610). The first substrate (610) may be coupled with a first shield cover (200). The first substrate (610) can be coupled to the first portion (221) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200). The outer edge of the first surface of the first substrate (610) can be coupled to the first portion (221) of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200).

[0096] The first substrate (610) may overlap the side plate (120) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The first substrate (610) may be placed within the first body (100). The first substrate (610) may not overlap the coupling portion (130) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The image sensor (611) may overlap the coupling portion (130) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The image sensor (611) may not overlap the side plate (120) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The first substrate (610) may not overlap the side plate (320) of the second body (300) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The first wave (610) may not be placed within the second body (300).

[0097] The substrate assembly (600) may include a second substrate (620). The second substrate (620) may include a printed circuit board. The second substrate (620) may include a rigid printed circuit board. The second substrate (620) may be placed below the first substrate (610). The second substrate (620) may be spaced apart from the first substrate (610). The second substrate (620) may be spaced apart from the first substrate (610) in the direction of the optical axis. The second substrate (620) may supply power to the first substrate (610). The second substrate (620) may be placed parallel to the first substrate (610). The second substrate (620) may be electrically connected to a connector (640). The second substrate (620) may include a first surface facing the first substrate (610) and a second surface disposed on the opposite side of the second surface. A connector (640) may be disposed on the second surface of the second substrate (620).

[0098] The second substrate (620) may overlap the side plate (320) of the second body (300) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis. The second substrate (620) may be placed within the second body (300). The second substrate (620) may not be placed within the first body (100). The second substrate (620) may not overlap the side plate (120) of the first body (100) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis.

[0099] The substrate assembly (400) may include a third substrate (630). The third substrate (630) may include a flexible printed circuit board (FPCB). The third substrate (630) may electrically connect the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620). One end of the third substrate (630) may be connected to the first substrate (610), and the other end of the third substrate (630) may be connected to the second substrate (620). The third substrate (630) may have elasticity.

[0100] The substrate assembly (600) may include a connector (640). The connector (640) may be disposed on a second surface of the second substrate (420). The connector (640) may be fixed to a second surface of the second substrate (620). The connector (640) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (620). The connector (640) may electrically connect a cable (not shown) to the second substrate (620). A portion of the connector (640) may be disposed within the second shield cover (400), and the remainder may be disposed within the connector exit portion (330) of the second body (300).

[0101] The connector (640) may include a first connector (641) electrically connected to the second substrate (620) and a second connector (642) extending from the first connector (641) and electrically connecting the first connector (641) and a cable. The first connector (641) may be placed on the second surface of the second substrate (620). The first connector (641) may be fixed to the second surface of the second substrate (620). The first connector (641) may be electrically connected to the second substrate (620). The second connector (642) may be electrically connected to the first connector (641). The second connector (642) may be electrically connected to a cable. The second connector (642) may be placed within the connector outlet (330) of the second body (300). At least a portion of the second connector (642) may be placed within the connector outgoing portion (330) of the second body (300), and the remainder of the second connector (642) may be placed within the second body (300).

[0102] The camera module (10) may include a spacer (700). The spacer (700) may be referred to as a shield can. The spacer (700) may be referred to as an electromagnetic shielding member. The spacer (700) may block electromagnetic interference (EMI) noise or electromagnetic waves. The spacer (700) may be formed of a metal material. The spacer (700) may be placed between a plurality of substrates to perform the function of separating the plurality of substrates.

[0103] The spacer (700) can be placed below the first substrate (610). The spacer (700) can be placed on the second substrate (620). The spacer (700) can be placed between the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620). The spacer (700) can separate the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620).

[0104] The spacer (700) may include a body portion. The body portion may include a plurality of body portions. The body portion may include a first body portion (710), a second body portion (720), a third body portion (730) positioned opposite the first body portion (710), and a fourth body portion (740) positioned opposite the second body portion (720). The first to third body portions (710, 720, 730, 740) may be spaced apart from each other except for the portion connected to the connecting portion (750). The first body portion (710) and the third body portion (720) may be arranged symmetrically.

[0105] The first body portion (710) may include a first protrusion (711) formed on the top of the first body portion (710). The first protrusion (711) may include two first protrusions (711) spaced apart from each other. The first protrusion (711) may be placed on the second surface of the first substrate (610). The first body portion (710) may include a groove (712) formed between the two first protrusions (711). The width of the groove (712) of the first body portion (710) may be smaller than the width of the groove (722) of the second body portion (720). Through this, the third substrate (630) can pass through the groove (722) formed in the second body portion (720) to electrically connect the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620).

[0106] The first body portion (710) may include a connecting portion (713). The connecting portion (713) may extend downward from the bottom of the first body portion (710). The connecting portion (713) may include a first hole (714). At least a portion of the second projection (715) may be disposed in the first hole (714). The first hole (714) may be formed to prevent interference with the second projection (715). The connecting portion (713) may include the second projection (715). The second projection (715) may be formed by bending from a portion of the bottom of the connecting portion (713). The second projection (715) may include a bent portion to support the second surface of the second substrate (620). The end of the bent portion of the second projection (715) may be disposed in the first hole (714). The second substrate (620) can be fixed to the spacer (700) through the second projection (715). The coupling portion (713) may include a second hole (716). The second hole (716) may overlap the second hole (736) of the coupling portion (733) of the third body portion (730) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The second hole (716) may be formed to create a third projection (717).

[0107] The connecting portion (713) may include a third projection (717). The third projection (717) may be formed by cutting a portion of the connecting portion (713) and pressing the cut portion outward. At this time, the cut portion may be a second hole (716). The third projection (717) may include a first portion extending obliquely with respect to the connecting portion (713) and a second portion extending parallel to the connecting portion (713) from the first portion.

[0108] The second body part (720) may include a protrusion (721) formed on the top of the second body part (720). The protrusion (721) may include two protrusions (721) spaced apart from each other. The protrusion (721) may be disposed on the second surface of the first substrate (610). The second body part (720) may include a groove (722) formed between the two protrusions (721). The width of the groove (722) of the second body part (720) may be smaller than the width of the groove (712) of the first body part (710). The width of the groove (722) of the second body part (720) may be smaller than the width of the groove (732) of the second body part (730). Through this, the third substrate (630) can pass through the groove (722) formed in the second body part (720) to electrically connect the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620).

[0109] The third body part (730) may include a first projection (731) formed on the top of the third body part (730). The first projection (731) may include two first projections (731) spaced apart from each other. The first projection (731) may be placed on the second surface of the first substrate (610). The third body part (730) may include a groove (732) formed between the two first projections (731). The width of the groove (732) of the third body part (730) may be smaller than the width of the groove (722) of the second body part (720). Through this, the third substrate (630) can pass through the groove (722) formed in the second body part (720) to electrically connect the first substrate (610) and the second substrate (620).

[0110] The third body part (730) may include a connecting part (733). The connecting part (733) may extend downward from the bottom of the third body part (730). The connecting part (733) may include a first hole (734). At least a portion of the second projection (735) may be disposed in the first hole (734). The first hole (734) may be formed to prevent interference with the second projection (735). The connecting part (733) may include the second projection (735). The second projection (735) may be formed by bending from a portion of the bottom of the connecting part (733). The second projection (735) may include a bent portion to support the second surface of the second substrate (620). The end of the bent portion of the second projection (735) may be disposed in the first hole (734). The second substrate (620) can be fixed to the spacer (700) through the second projection (735). The coupling portion (733) may include a second hole (736). The second hole (736) may overlap with the second hole (736) of the coupling portion (733) of the third body portion (730) in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. The second hole (736) may be formed to create a third projection (737).

[0111] The connecting portion (733) may include a third projection (737). The third projection (737) may be formed by cutting a portion of the connecting portion (733) and pressing the cut portion outward. At this time, the cut portion may be a second hole (736). The third projection (737) may include a first portion extending obliquely with respect to the connecting portion (733) and a second portion extending parallel to the connecting portion (733) from the first portion.

[0112] The fourth body part (740) may include a protrusion (741) formed on the top of the fourth body part (740). The protrusion (741) may be placed on the second surface of the first substrate (610). The fourth body part (740) may include a coupling part (742). The coupling part (742) may extend downward from the bottom of the fourth body part (740). The coupling part (742) may extend downward from a portion of the bottom of the fourth body part (740). The coupling part (742) may include a hole (743). A portion of the second substrate (620) may be placed in the hole (742). A portion of the second substrate (620) may be fitted into the hole (743) so that the second substrate (620) can be fixed.

[0113] The spacer (700) may include a connecting portion (750). The connecting portion (750) may connect the first to fourth body portions (710, 720, 730, 740). The connecting portion (750) may include a curved surface. The connecting portion (750) may be placed on the first surface of the second substrate (620). The connecting portion (750) may fix the second substrate (620) by pressing the second substrate (620) downward.

[0114] The spacer (700) may be placed within the second shield cover (400). The spacer (700) may be spaced apart from the second shield cover (400). The spacer (700) may be spaced apart in the optical axis direction from the bottom plate (410) of the second shield cover (400). The spacer (700) may be spaced apart in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction from the side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400). The spacer (700) may be formed of a metal material. The thickness of the spacer (700) may be thinner than the thickness of the side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400). The spacer (700) may face the side plate (420) of the second shield cover (400). The thickness of the spacer (700) may be thinner than the thickness of the side plate (220) of the first shield cover (200).

[0115] The camera module (10) may include a sealing member (800). The sealing member (800) may be referred to as either a gasket or a waterproof member. The sealing member (800) may be formed of an elastic material. The sealing member (800) may be placed on the first shield cover (200). The sealing member (800) may be placed between the first shield cover (200) and the lens module (500). The sealing member (800) may be placed in the spaced-apart space between the first shield cover (200) and the lens module (500). The height of the sealing member (800) in the optical axis direction may be smaller after assembly than before assembly. That is, the sealing member (800) may be placed between the first shield cover (200) and the lens module (500) in a compressed state in the optical axis direction to perform a waterproofing function. Through this, moisture can be prevented from penetrating through the gap between the first shield cover (200) and the lens module (500).

[0117] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention may be implemented in other specific forms without changing its technical concept or essential features. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive.

Claims

Claim 1 A first body comprising a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to one side of the first body; a lens module having at least a portion disposed within the first body; and a first shield cover disposed within the first body. A camera module comprising a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein at least a portion of the first shield cover is disposed at a position higher than the top plate of the first body and exposed to the outside, and the first shield cover comprises a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate, wherein the side plate of the first shield cover comprises a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, wherein the second portion of the first shield cover does not overlap with the top plate of the first body in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction, and the first body comprises a coupling portion protruding upward from the top plate of the first body, and the coupling portion of the first body is disposed on the second portion of the side plate of the first shield cover. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 A camera module according to claim 1, wherein the length of the first part of the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis is shorter than the length of the second part of the first shield cover in the direction of the optical axis. Claim 4 delete Claim 5 A camera module according to claim 1, wherein the coupling portion of the first body comprises a first region having a first width in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction, and a second region extending upward from the first region and having a second width smaller than the first width. Claim 6 In claim 5, the second region of the coupling portion of the first body comprises a plurality of second regions, the coupling portion of the first body comprises a groove formed between the plurality of second regions, and the groove of the coupling portion of the first body is a camera module disposed at a corner disposed between the side plates of the first shield cover. Claim 7 A camera module according to claim 1, comprising a second shield cover disposed within the second body, wherein the second shield cover comprises a bottom plate and a side plate extending from the bottom plate, and the thickness of the side plate of the first shield cover in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction is thicker than the thickness of the side plate of the second shield cover in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. Claim 8 In claim 7, the second body includes a hole, and at least a portion of the second shield cover is exposed by the hole of the second body. Claim 9 delete Claim 10 A camera module according to claim 1, wherein the substrate assembly comprises a first substrate coupled to the bottom of the first shield cover, a second substrate disposed below the first substrate, a spacer disposed between the first substrate and the second substrate, and a third substrate electrically connecting the first substrate and the second substrate, wherein the thickness of the first shield cover in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction is thicker than the thickness of the spacer in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction. Claim 11 A first body comprising a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to the first body; a lens module having at least a portion disposed within the first body; and a first shield cover coupled to the first body. A camera module comprising a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein the first shield cover comprises a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, the second portion of the first shield cover being exposed to the outside, the first shield cover comprising a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate, the side plate of the first shield cover comprising a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, the second portion of the first shield cover not overlapping with the top plate of the first body in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction, the first body comprising a coupling portion protruding upward from the top plate of the first body, and the coupling portion of the first body disposed on the second portion of the side plate of the first shield cover. Claim 12 A first body comprising a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate; a second body coupled to the first body; a lens module having at least a portion disposed within the first body; and a first shield cover coupled to the first body. A camera module comprising a substrate assembly disposed within the second body, wherein the first shield cover comprises a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, wherein the second portion of the first shield cover is disposed at a position higher than the first body, wherein the first shield cover comprises a top plate and a side plate extending from the top plate, wherein the side plate of the first shield cover comprises a first portion coupled to the top plate of the first body and a second portion extending upward from the first portion, wherein the second portion of the first shield cover does not overlap with the top plate of the first body in a direction perpendicular to the optical axis direction, and the first body comprises a coupling portion protruding upward from the top plate of the first body, and wherein the coupling portion of the first body is disposed on the second portion of the side plate of the first shield cover. Claim 13 delete Claim 14 delete Claim 15 delete Claim 16 delete Claim 17 delete Claim 18 delete Claim 19 delete Claim 20 delete

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