Mounting device for vps camera module

Abstract

A mounting device according to one embodiment may include: a cover having a shape in which the front and rear are open and the sides are closed; at least one camera module mounted on the cover facing forward and protected; at least one fastening bracket fastened to the camera module; at least one fastening part formed on the rear side of the cover and fastened to the fastening bracket using at least one fastening member; a front attachment part formed along the front edge of the cover; and a mounting angle adjustment device for the camera module formed on the fastening part. In addition to this, various other embodiments identified through the specification may be possible.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a mounting device for a camera module mounted on the front of a vehicle for a VPS. Background Technology

[0003] Generally, a GPS-based location tracking system called a VPS can be used to determine the location of a vehicle. The VPS can check the vehicle's location in real time or provide location information in the event of an accident.

[0004] Such a VPS requires at least one camera module, and at least one must be mounted on a vehicle. To this end, at least one camera module can be mounted on a required location on the vehicle, for example, on the glass, using multiple brackets.

[0005] The information described above may be provided as related art for the purpose of aiding understanding of the present disclosure. No claim or determination is made as to whether any of the foregoing may be applied as prior art in relation to the present disclosure. Prior art literature

[0007] Registered Patent Publication No. 10-0908448 (Publication Date July 20, 2009) Registered Patent Publication No. 10-1084749 (Publication Date November 22, 2011) The problem to be solved

[0008] However, it may be difficult to install at least one camera module with the camera lens facing forward by using a bracket on the front windshield of the vehicle.

[0009] In addition, it may be difficult to rotatably mount the camera module to the front glass of the vehicle using a bracket.

[0010] The technical problems to be solved in this document are not limited to those mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art to which this invention belongs from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0012] As a technical means to achieve the aforementioned technical problem, one aspect of the present disclosure is to provide a mounting device capable of installing at least one VP camera module on the front glass of a VP vehicle.

[0013] In addition, another aspect of the present disclosure is to provide a mounting device capable of adjusting the mounting angle of at least one camera module for a VP on the front glass of a vehicle for a VP.

[0014] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the device may include: a cover having a shape in which the front and rear are open and the sides are closed; at least one camera module mounted on the cover facing forward and protected; at least one fastening bracket fastened to the camera module; at least one fastening part formed on the rear side of the cover and fastened to the fastening bracket using at least one fastening member; a front attachment part formed along the front edge of the cover; and a mounting angle adjustment device for the camera module formed on the fastening part. Effects of the invention

[0016] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, at least one camera module for a VP can be installed on the front glass of a VP vehicle such that the camera lens faces forward.

[0017] According to various embodiments of the present disclosure, the mounting angle of at least one camera module for a VP can be adjusted so that the camera lens faces forward on the front glass of a vehicle for a VP.

[0018] The effects obtainable from the present disclosure are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned effects will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present disclosure belongs from the description below. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0020] FIGS. 1 and FIGS. 2 are assembled perspective views showing a state in which a camera module for a VPS is mounted on a cover according to one embodiment, respectively. FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view showing a mounting device for a camera module for a VPS according to one embodiment. FIG. 4 is an exemplary diagram showing a state in which a camera module for a VPS according to one embodiment is mounted on a vehicle. In relation to the description of the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals may be used for identical or similar components. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0021] Hereinafter, embodiments are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the disclosed embodiments may be implemented in various different forms and are not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0022] FIGS. 1 and FIGS. 2 are assembled perspective views showing a state in which a camera module for a VPS is mounted on a cover according to one embodiment, respectively. FIG. 3 is an exploded perspective view showing a mounting device for a camera module for a VPS according to one embodiment.

[0023] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, a camera module (40, 43) according to one embodiment is a camera module (40) capable of an autofocus function, and is a camera module (40) for a vehicle positioning system (VPS) mounted on a vehicle (hereinafter referred to as a 'camera module'), at least one of which is mounted and may be a camera module (40) necessary to determine the exact location of a vehicle and understand the surrounding environment in an autonomous vehicle and an advanced driver assistance system. For example, each camera module (40, 43) may be a camera module that performs the same function as one another.

[0024] A Vehicle Positioning System (VPS) is a system designed to determine the precise location of a vehicle and understand its surroundings in autonomous vehicles and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS). It combines GPS, LiDAR, cameras, and sensors to recognize the vehicle's real-time position and support more precise autonomous driving. VPS utilizes Simultaneous Location and Mapping (SLAM), a system capable of simultaneously estimating its own position and generating a map of the surrounding environment through cameras or sensors. SLAM is a technology primarily used in systems such as drones, autonomous vehicles, and robots, and can be particularly useful in indoor environments where GPS is limited or in complex conditions.

[0025] VPS measures a vehicle's position with centimeter-level precision and can determine its relative position to surrounding objects by utilizing sensors such as cameras and LiDAR. For example, it detects other vehicles, pedestrians, traffic lights, and signs on the road, and uses information from surrounding infrastructure to accurately calculate precise locations and distances based on collected data, thereby determining a safe driving route.

[0026] According to one embodiment, the mounting device for the camera module (40) is a mechanical mechanism for mounting the camera module (40) on the front, side, or rear of a vehicle. In this embodiment, a structure in which the lens of the camera module (40) is mounted facing forward on the interior front glass of the vehicle is described as an example. However, according to one embodiment, the mounting device is not limited to being mounted on the front glass of the vehicle, and may be mounted on the rear or side glass of the vehicle.

[0027] According to one embodiment, a mounting device for mounting a camera module (40) to a vehicle front glass may include a cover (10), a fastening bracket (20), a fastening part (30), and a mounting angle adjustment device.

[0028] According to one embodiment, the cover (10) is a member for protecting the camera module (40), and may have a shape in which the front (102) and rear (101) are open and the side (103) is closed. According to one embodiment, the camera module (40) may be mounted on the rear side of the cover (10), and the camera lens may be positioned to face forward. For example, the cover (10) may be made of a material that is robust against environments including strong sunlight and strong radio waves and does not change. For example, two camera modules (40) may be symmetrically arranged on the cover (10).

[0029] According to one embodiment, the fastening bracket (20, 23) may be a mounting member that enables the camera module (40) to be fastened to the fastening part (30). According to one embodiment, the fastening bracket may include first and second fastening brackets (20, 23) that are arranged symmetrically with respect to each other and have the same structure. According to one embodiment, the first and second fastening brackets (20, 23) have the same structure with respect to each other and are arranged symmetrically with respect to each other, so in order to avoid redundant description, only the first fastening bracket (20) (hereinafter referred to as 'fastening bracket') will be described.

[0030] According to one embodiment, the fastening bracket (20) may have a shape including first and second side portions (21, 22) and a back portion (23). According to one embodiment, the fastening bracket (20) may be fastened in a shape that wraps around both sides and the back of the camera module (40). According to one embodiment, a plurality of fastening holes may be formed in each of the first and second side portions (21, 22). For example, two fastening holes (211, 221) spaced apart from each other may be formed. According to one embodiment, a through opening (232) for the cable of the camera module (40) to pass through may be formed in the back portion (23).

[0031] According to one embodiment, the fastening part (30) is an injection molded structure for mounting a camera module (40) on the inner surface of a cover (10) and may include first and second fastening parts (30, 33). According to one embodiment, each of the first and second fastening parts (30, 33) may be formed facing each other and symmetrically with respect to each other. According to one embodiment, the first and second fastening parts (30, 33) are formed with the same structure, so the structure of only the first fastening part (30) will be described. According to one embodiment, the first fastening part (30) may include a device for adjusting the mounting angle of the mounted camera module (40). Hereinafter, this will be referred to as the adjustment device.

[0032] According to one embodiment, the camera module (40) can be rotatably mounted on the first fastening part (30) by means of a control device (31, 32). According to one embodiment, the control device can adjust the mounting angle of the camera module (40) mounted on the fastening part (30) within a limited angle around a rotation axis. According to one embodiment, the adjustment device may include a rotational center opening (31) and a curvature opening (32). According to one embodiment, the rotational center opening (31) may be a hole into which a fastener is fastened, serving as the rotational center axis of the camera module (40). For example, the rotational center opening (31) may have a circular cross-section. According to one embodiment, the curvature opening (32) may have a curved shape, such as an elongated slot with curvature. According to one embodiment, the curvature opening (32) may be a hole into which a fastener is inserted and movable, serving as an opening for adjusting the mounting angle of the mounted camera module (40). For example, the camera module (40) may rotate along the curvature opening (32) with the rotational center opening (31) as the center.

[0033] According to one embodiment, the cover (10) may include a structure for installation, for example, on a vehicle. According to one embodiment, the cover (10) may include a front attachment portion (11) formed along the front edge to be installed on the front glass of a VPS vehicle. According to one embodiment, the front attachment portion (11) extends along the front edge of the cover (10) and may be, for example, polygonal in shape. According to one embodiment, the front attachment portion (11) extends along the edge with a certain width and may be an attachment surface on which silicone is applied. According to one embodiment, the cover (10) may be installed on the front glass of a vehicle using silicone.

[0034] FIG. 4 illustrates a state in which a camera module (40) according to one embodiment is mounted on the front glass (51) of a vehicle (50). The mounted camera module (40) can capture various information within its field of view while observing the front of the vehicle.

[0035] According to one embodiment, a camera module mounting device for a VP includes: a cover (10) having a shape in which the front and rear are open and the sides are closed; at least one camera module (40, 43) mounted on the cover facing forward and protected; at least one fastening bracket (20, 23) fastened to the camera module; at least one fastening part (30, 33) formed on the rear side of the cover and fastened to the fastening bracket using at least one fastening member; a front attachment part (11) formed along the front edge of the cover; and a mounting angle adjustment device for the camera module formed on the fastening part.

[0036] According to one embodiment, the camera module (40, 43) can be rotatably positioned on the fastening part (30, 33) by the mounting angle adjustment device.

[0037] According to one embodiment, the mounting angle adjustment device includes a first rotation center opening (31) formed in the fastening part; and a first curved opening (32) formed at a location spaced apart from the first rotation center opening and formed with a structure having curvature centered on the first rotation center opening, and the mounted camera module can be rotatably arranged along the first curved opening centered on the first rotation center opening.

[0038] According to one embodiment, the fastening bracket (30) is fastened to the camera module in a shape that wraps around both sides and the back of the camera module, and may include a first side portion (21) including a pair of first fastening holes (211); a second side portion (22) including a pair of second fastening holes (221); and at least one through hole (232) for the cable of the camera module to pass through, and a back portion (23) between the first and second side portions.

[0039] According to one embodiment, at least one fastening part may be formed upright on the inner surface of the cover and may include a first and second fastening part (30, 33) formed as a pair symmetrical to each other.

[0040] According to one embodiment, the front attachment portion (11) may be coated with silicone and attached to the front glass of the VPN vehicle.

[0041] In the present disclosure, "comprising at least one of a, b, or c" may mean "comprising only a, comprising only b, comprising only c, or comprising a combination of two or more (comprising a and b, comprising b and c, comprising a and c, or comprising all of a, b, and c)."

[0042] Meanwhile, although specific embodiments have been described in the detailed description of the present disclosure, it is understood that various modifications are possible within the scope of the present disclosure. Therefore, the scope of the present disclosure should not be limited to the described embodiments, but should be defined by the claims set forth below as well as equivalents thereof. Explanation of the symbols

[0044] 10 ; Cover 11 ; Front attachment part 20 ; Fastening bracket 211,221 ; Fastening hole 231 ; through hole 30 ; First connecting part 31 ; Opening for center of rotation 32 ; Curved opening 33 ; Second connecting part 40,43 ; Camera module for VPS

Claims

Claim 1 A mounting device for a VPS camera module comprises: a cover having a shape in which the front and rear are open and the sides are closed; at least one camera module mounted on the cover facing forward and protected; at least one fastening bracket fastened to the camera module; at least one fastening part formed on the rear side of the cover and fastened to the fastening bracket using at least one fastening member; a front attachment part formed along the front edge of the cover; and a mounting angle adjustment device for the camera module formed on the fastening part; wherein the camera module is rotatably positioned on the fastening part by the mounting angle adjustment device; and wherein the mounting angle adjustment device each comprises a first rotation center opening formed on the fastening part and a first curved opening formed at a location spaced apart from the first rotation center opening and formed with a structure having curvature centered on the first rotation center opening, and wherein the mounted camera module is rotatably positioned along the first curved opening centered on the first rotation center opening. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 delete Claim 4 A mounting device for a VPS camera module comprises: a cover having a shape in which the front and rear are open and the sides are closed; at least one camera module mounted on the cover facing forward and protected; at least one fastening bracket fastened to the camera module; at least one fastening portion formed on the rear side of the cover and fastened to the fastening bracket using at least one fastening hole; a front attachment portion formed along the front edge of the cover; and a mounting angle adjustment device for the camera module formed on the fastening portion; wherein the fastening bracket is fastened to the camera module in a shape that wraps around both sides and the rear side of the camera module, and comprises a first side portion including a pair of first fastening holes; a second side portion including a pair of second fastening holes; and at least one through hole for a cable of the camera module to pass through, and a rear portion between the first and second sides. Claim 5 A mounting device according to claim 1, wherein at least one fastening part is formed upright on the inner surface of the cover and includes a first and second fastening part formed as a pair symmetrical to each other. Claim 6 In claim 1, the front attachment portion is coated with silicone and is a mounting device attached to the front glass of a VPS vehicle.

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