Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors

Abstract

This invention provides eyeglasses with both mechanical and magnetic connectors, comprising a frame, temples, a first connector, a second connector, and a smart device. The temples include detachable front and rear sections. The first connector is located at the rear of the front section and has a pair of connecting tabs and a spacer; the second connector is located at the front of the rear section and has a pair of recesses and corresponding notches. The smart device is located on the temple. The rear section is securely attached to the front section by the connecting tabs being inserted into the recesses, utilizing both mechanical fitting and magnetic attraction. This invention allows for quick replacement of the rear section with different functions (such as those containing batteries, audio, or other smart devices) or types, combining structural strength with expandability.

Description

Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to an eyeglass structure, specifically an eyeglass with detachable temples, which utilizes a mechanical structure in conjunction with magnetic force for positioning and connection, and integrates a smart device with mechanical and magnetic connectors. Prior Technology

[0002] Note that in addition to basic functions such as vision correction and sun protection, glasses are increasingly being used for smart wearable devices as technology advances. Many "smart glasses" combining Bluetooth headsets, pedometers, or bone conduction speakers have appeared on the market. These glasses typically house electronic components (smart devices) within the temples.

[0003] However, electronic components require power. When the battery runs out or the electronic components are damaged, the entire pair of glasses often needs to be sent for repair or charged for a long time, causing inconvenience. If the temples could be designed as modular and replaceable, users could easily replace the temples with spare batteries or change the appearance of the temples depending on the occasion.

[0004] In existing technologies, such as the Republic of China Patent Publication No. M395176, an expansion device is disclosed. However, its structure mainly relies on a sliding telescopic kit, which is cumbersome to operate and prone to wear and loosening due to repeated insertion and removal. In addition, without a good guiding or adsorption mechanism, traditional plug-in structures are difficult for users to operate blindly (such as changing them when wearing them on the head). Moreover, relying solely on mechanical friction for fastening is prone to falling off due to increased tolerances. For smart glasses containing precision electronic components, the reliability of the connection still needs to be improved.

[0005] In view of this, how to design a glasses structure that is simple in structure, has high bonding strength, and has automatic alignment function to facilitate the quick replacement of smart body modules is a problem that relevant manufacturers are eager to solve. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The main purpose of this invention is to provide a pair of glasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors to solve the problems of inconvenient operation, difficult positioning, and insufficient stability of conventional replaceable temple structures, and to enable rapid replacement of smart body modules.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this invention provides eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors, comprising: a frame, each of its two outer sides having an extension extending toward the rear of the frame, each extension being connected to one end of a hinge; a temple, including a detachably connected front section and a rear section, the front end of the front section being connected to the other end of the hinge, allowing the front section to open or close to the frame via the hinge; a first connector having a pair of connecting tabs, the pair of connecting tabs respectively protruding outwards from the rear end face of one of the front sections of the temple, with a gap between the pair of connecting tabs; and a second connector having a pair of recesses respectively located on the front side of the rear section of the temple corresponding to each other. The first connector has an inner surface and an outer surface, and each of the recesses forms a corresponding notch on the front end face of the rear section of the temple; a set of magnetic mating members, each of the magnetic mating members being disposed on at least one side of the opposing inner surface of the pair of mating pieces of the first connector, corresponding to the bottom surface of the recess of the second connector, when the pair of mating pieces of the first connector are inserted into the recess from the notch of the second connector, the set of magnetic mating members are aligned with each other, so that the first connector and the second connector, which are separated from each other, can be selectively joined by magnetic force, and when the first connector and the second connector are joined, the temple can be formed; and a smart body, disposed on the temple, and on the same side as the first connector or the second connector.

[0008] In one embodiment of this invention, the recess corresponding to the outer surface is an outer recess, and a flange protrudes from the outer surface of the second connector. The flange is located on the side away from the notch of the outer recess and partially or completely covers the outer recess. This increases the structural coverage and improves the aesthetics.

[0009] In one embodiment of this invention, the magnetic mating component disposed on the first connector is a magnetic attracting component (such as a magnet), and the magnetic mating component disposed on the second connector is a magnetic component (such as an iron sheet); or the positions of the two are interchanged; or both are magnetic attracting components (opposite poles attract each other).

[0010] In one embodiment of this invention, the glasses further include a buckle module, which utilizes the combination of protrusions and recesses to increase the positioning feel and tensile strength of the mechanical buckle on the basis of magnetic attraction.

[0011] Compared to previous technologies, this invention offers the following advantages: the forked insertion and engagement of the first and second connectors with the recessed seat provides mechanical resistance to bending; and the magnetic traction of the magnetic fitting provides automatic alignment and axial bonding force. Users can easily replace the rear section of the temple containing smart devices (such as Bluetooth headsets and batteries), improving the battery life and maintenance convenience of smart glasses. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

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[0013] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional assembly diagram of the glasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors in this creation.

[0014] Figure 2 is a three-dimensional dissection diagram showing the separation of the front and rear sections of the temple of this creation.

[0015] Figure 3 is a magnified exploded view of the first and second joints of this creation.

[0016] Figure 4 is a magnified partial view of the first and second joints of this creation after they are combined.

[0017] Figure 5 is a top view of the mirror with the temples attached in this work.

[0018] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the transition section along the AA section line in Figure 5.

[0019] Figure 7 is a perspective view of the recessed seat with added flange in the embodiment of Figure 3.

[0020] Figure 8 is a structural diagram of an embodiment of this invention including the snap-fit ​​module before assembly.

[0021] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the structure of this invention after the snap-fit ​​module is assembled.

[0022] Figure 10A is a schematic cross-sectional view of the combination of the first joint and the second joint in the first embodiment of this invention, along the BB section line of Figure 9.

[0023] Figure 10B is an exploded view of the embodiment shown in Figure 10A.

[0024] Figure 11A is an exploded top sectional view of the first and second joints of the second embodiment of this invention.

[0025] Figure 11B is a schematic diagram of the combination of the embodiment in Figure 11A.

[0026] Figure 12A is an exploded top sectional view of the first and second joints of the third embodiment of this invention.

[0027] Figure 12B is a schematic diagram of the combination of the embodiment in Figure 12A.

[0028] Figure 13A is an exploded top sectional view of the first and second joints of the fourth embodiment of this invention.

[0029] Figure 13B is a schematic diagram of the combination of the embodiment in Figure 13A. Implementation

[0030] The following examples illustrate possible implementations of this invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of protection sought by this invention.

[0031] Please refer to Figures 1 to 5. This invention provides a pair of eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors, mainly comprising a frame 10, a pair of temples 20, and an intelligent entity W. The frame 10 has extensions 11 on both sides, which are connected to the temples 20 via hinges 12.

[0032] The temple 20 consists of a front section 21 and a rear section 22. The feature of this invention lies in the connection structure between the two. A first connector 30 is provided at the rear end of the front section 21, and a second connector 40 is provided at the front end of the rear section 22.

[0033] As shown in Figure 3, the first connector 30 has a pair of rearwardly extending connecting pieces 31, with a gap 32 formed between the two connecting pieces 31. The inner surface of the connecting pieces 31 is provided with a magnetic engaging element (in this embodiment, a magnetic attracting element 33, such as a strong magnet or a magnetite). The second connector 40 has a pair of recesses 41 respectively located on the inner surface 411 and the outer surface 412. The bottom surface of the recesses 41 is provided with corresponding magnetic engaging elements (in this embodiment, magnetic elements 414, such as a magnetically conductive metal sheet or an ferrous metal). The recesses 41 have an opening 413 at their front ends.

[0034] When the user wants to assemble the temple, they align the connecting piece 31 of the first connector 30 with the notch 413 of the second connector 40 and insert it. At this time, the connecting piece 31 clamps the wall between the two recesses 41, providing stable mechanical support and preventing wobbling up and down or left and right. At the same time, the magnetic attractor 33 attracts the magnetic component 414, providing axial tension and preventing the rear section 22 of the temple from falling off.

[0035] A key feature of this invention is the inclusion of an intelligent entity W. As shown in Figures 2 and 6, the intelligent entity W (such as a battery module, Bluetooth communication module, bone conduction speaker, etc.) is housed inside the rear section 22 of the temple. Through this detachable structure, the user can quickly replace the depleted rear section 22 of the temple, or replace it with a module having different functions (e.g., changing from a "music mode temple" to a "battery-only temple").

[0036] Please refer to Figure 7 for another embodiment of this invention. The outer surface 412 of the second connector 40 has a flange 415. This flange 415 extends forward from the rear edge of the recess 41 (outer recess 4121), covering part or all of the recess 41. When the first connector 30 is inserted, the mating piece 31 slides under the flange 415. This design conceals the joint gap, improves aesthetics, and provides additional mechanical strength to prevent eversion and good positioning.

[0037] Please refer to Figures 8 and 9. To further enhance the stability of the connection, a snap-fit ​​module 50 can be added. The snap-fit ​​module 50 includes a protrusion 51 on the outer side of the connecting piece 31 and a recess 52 on the side wall of the recess 41. When connected, the protrusion 51 snaps into the recess 52, producing a "click" positioning feel.

[0038] Please refer to Figures 10A to 13B. The magnetic mating parts of this creation can have various combination forms:

[0039] Type 1 (Figures 10A, 10B and 11A, 11B): As mentioned above, in the types shown in Figures 10A and 10B, the first connector 30 is provided with a magnetic element 33, and the second connector 40 is provided with a magnetic element 414 (metallic material), or in the types shown in Figures 11A and 11B, the first connector 30 is provided with a pair of magnetic elements 33, and the second connector 40 is provided with a magnetic element 414 (metallic material).

[0040] Type 2 (Figure 12A, Figure 12B): configuration interchangeable, the first connector 30 is equipped with a magnetic component 34 (metal material), and the second connector 40 is equipped with a magnetic suction component 42.

[0041] Type 3 (Figures 13A and 13B): Both are equipped with magnetic elements 33 and 42, which are arranged in opposite polarity to provide the strongest attraction.

[0042] It is worth mentioning that, as shown in Figure 2, this creation demonstrates the structural schematic of the intelligent entity W being specifically integrated inside the rear section 22 of the lens (dashed line), showing that even if electronic components are housed inside, it does not affect the thin design of the connector.

[0043] In conclusion, this invention achieves the effects of easy disassembly and stable connection through a combination of mechanical interlocking and magnetic locking, and integrates a modular design of intelligent entities.

[0044] The above embodiments are merely for illustrating the technical ideas and features of this invention. Their purpose is to enable those skilled in this art to understand the content of this invention and implement it accordingly. They should not be used to limit the patent scope of this invention. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit of this invention and the contents of the specification should be covered within the patent scope of this invention.

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[0046] 10: Picture frames

[0047] 11: Extension

[0048] 12: Hinges

[0049] 20: Mirror temples

[0050] 21: Forehead of the temple

[0051] 22: Back section of the temple

[0052] 30: First Connector

[0053] 31: Combination tablets

[0054] 32: Interval

[0055] 33: Magnetic components

[0056] 34: Magnetic components

[0057] 40: Second connector

[0058] 41: Recessed seat

[0059] 411: Inner surface

[0060] 412: Outer surface

[0061] 4121: External concave seat

[0062] 413: Gap

[0063] 414: Magnetic components

[0064] 415: Flange

[0065] 42: Magnetic components

[0066] 50: Clip-on module

[0067] 51: Protrusion

[0068] 52: Depression

[0069] W: Intelligent Entity

Claims

1. A pair of eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors, comprising: a frame having an extension on each of its two outer sides facing the rear side of the frame, each extension being connected to one end of a hinge; a temple including a front section and a rear section of the temple detachably connected, the front end of the front section of the temple being connected to the other end of the hinge, such that the front section of the temple can be opened or closed relative to the frame through the hinge; a first connector having a pair of connecting pieces, the pair of connecting pieces being respectively displaced outwardly on a rear end face of the front section of the temple, and the pair of connecting pieces being spaced apart; a second connector having a pair of recesses, the pair of recesses being respectively disposed on a corresponding inner surface and an outer surface on the front side of the rear section of the temple, and each of the recesses forming a corresponding notch on the front end face of the rear section of the temple; A set of magnetic mating parts, each of the magnetic mating parts being disposed on at least one side of the opposing inner surface of the pair of mating pieces of the first connector, corresponding to the bottom surface of the recess of the second connector, wherein when the pair of mating pieces of the first connector are inserted into the recess from the notch of the second connector, the set of magnetic mating parts are aligned with each other so that the separated first connector and the second connector can be selectively joined by magnetic force, and the first connector and the second connector can be joined to form the temple; and a smart body disposed on the temple and on the same side as the first connector or the second connector.

2. The eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1, wherein, The recessed seat corresponding to the outer surface is an outer recessed seat. A flange protrudes from the outer surface of the second connector. The flange is located on the side away from the notch of the outer recessed seat and covers part or all of the outer recessed seat.

3. Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1 or 2, wherein, The magnetic mating component located on the first connector is a magnetic attracting component, and the magnetic mating component located on the second connector is a magnetic component.

4. Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1 or 2, wherein, The magnetic mating component located on the first connector is a magnetic component, and the magnetic mating component located on the second connector is a magnetic attraction component.

5. Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1 or 2, wherein, Both the magnetic mating component on the first connector and the magnetic mating component on the second connector are magnetic attraction components.

6. The eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1, wherein, The pair of mating pieces of the first connector and the pair of recesses of the second connector are in an interference fit state.

7. The eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1, further comprising a snap-fit ​​module, the snap-fit ​​module comprising a protrusion and a recess, the protrusion being disposed on the back-to-back side wall surfaces of each of the connecting pieces of the first connector, and the recess being disposed on the two side walls of the opposite surfaces of each of the recesses; when the pair of connecting pieces of the first connector are inserted into the recesses, each of the protrusions is positioned corresponding to each of the recesses to form a snap-fit ​​state.

8. Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1, wherein, The intelligent agent is located inside the rear section of the mirror temple and is electrically connected to a functional module.

9. Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 8, wherein, The intelligent system is selected from one or a combination of battery modules, Bluetooth audio modules, pedometers, and bone conduction speakers.

10. Eyeglasses with mechanical and magnetic connectors as described in claim 1, wherein, The pair of recesses are recessed from the front end face of the rear section of the temple to the rear, and the notch connects the front end face of the rear section of the temple with the recess.

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