A camera

Abstract

The camera disclosed by the embodiment of the present application is convenient for users to use and improves the use experience of the users. The camera of the embodiment of the present application comprises a shell, a lens, a lens ring, a cover and a heat source. The heat source is located in the shell, and the lens ring is arranged on the outer surface of the shell. The lens penetrates through the shell from the shell, and the lens ring is arranged around the lens. The cover covers the outer surface of the shell. The thermal conductivity of the shell is greater than that of the cover, and the thermal conductivity of the lens ring is greater than that of the cover. The heat source and the target shell are in thermal conduction connection, and the shell and the lens ring are in thermal conduction connection. The target shell is the part of the shell covered by the cover. In this way, heat can be smoothly conducted in the heat conduction chain of the heat source, the shell and the lens ring, and conducted to the air through the lens ring to complete heat dissipation. Because the target shell is covered by the cover with small thermal conductivity, the cover can block the conduction of part of the heat, so that the temperature of the device shell at this place is low, and the user is convenient to hold, which is convenient for the user to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of imaging equipment technology, and more particularly to a camera. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of electronic technology, the components of some shooting equipment are now quite complex, and some of them even generate a certain amount of heat.

[0003] To ensure the safe and reliable operation of equipment, heat dissipation measures are often implemented for shooting devices. For example, heat generated inside the device is conducted to the outer casing, and then the heat is conducted to the air to dissipate heat. However, this method results in a high outer casing temperature during operation. In some usage environments, a high-temperature casing is not conducive to user operation; for example, it may cause discomfort when holding the shooting device. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention provides a camera that is convenient for users and improves their user experience.

[0005] To achieve this objective, the embodiments of the present invention adopt the following technical solutions:

[0006] A camera includes a housing, a lens, a lens ring, a cover, and a heat source;

[0007] The heat source is located inside the housing, and the lens ring is disposed on the outer surface of the housing;

[0008] The lens extends through the housing from within the housing, and the lens ring is arranged around the lens;

[0009] The cover covers the outer surface of the housing;

[0010] The thermal conductivity of the housing is greater than that of the cover, and the thermal conductivity of the lens ring is greater than that of the cover.

[0011] The heat source and the target housing are thermally connected, and the housing and the lens ring are thermally connected;

[0012] The target housing is the portion of the housing covered by the cover.

[0013] Optionally, the housing further includes a grip area, which is a position on the housing for a user to grip;

[0014] The area of ​​the cover intersects with the area of ​​the grip position.

[0015] Optionally, the housing includes a first housing portion;

[0016] The lens ring is disposed on the outer surface of the first housing segment, the lens penetrates through the first housing segment, and the cover covers the outer surface of the first housing segment;

[0017] The thermal conductivity of the first shell portion is greater than that of the cover.

[0018] The first housing portion and the lens ring are thermally connected;

[0019] The target shell is a portion of the first shell section.

[0020] Optionally, the housing further includes a second housing portion and an annular portion;

[0021] The first housing portion is a flat plate structure, and the second housing portion is a flat plate structure;

[0022] The annular portion is located between the first housing portion and the second housing portion;

[0023] The first shell portion, the second shell portion, and the annular portion are interconnected to form a cuboid structure;

[0024] The lens extends through the first housing portion near the end of the first housing portion.

[0025] Optionally, the first housing portion includes a flat plate portion and an annular portion;

[0026] The flat plate portion and the annular portion are fixedly connected;

[0027] The lens extends through the annular portion, and the cover covers the outer surface of the flat portion;

[0028] The lens ring surrounds the circular portion, and the lens ring is fitted to the side and one end of the circular portion;

[0029] The lens and the annular portion are sealed together.

[0030] Optionally, the heat source is a chip, and the lens is electrically connected to the chip;

[0031] The camera also includes a motherboard;

[0032] The motherboard is located inside the housing, and the chip is mounted on the motherboard.

[0033] Optionally, the camera also includes a shielding cover;

[0034] The shielding cover is disposed on the motherboard and covers the chip;

[0035] The chip and the shield are thermally connected, and the shield and the target housing are thermally connected.

[0036] Optionally, the chip and the shielding cover are connected via silicone.

[0037] The shield and the target housing are connected by graphene.

[0038] Optionally, the housing is made of stainless steel;

[0039] The lens ring is made of aluminum.

[0040] The cover is made of plastic.

[0041] Optionally, the lens is a first lens;

[0042] The camera also includes a second lens and a lens mount;

[0043] The first lens and the lens mount are fixedly connected, the second lens and the lens mount are fixedly connected, the lens mount and the housing are fixedly connected, and the lens mount is disposed inside the housing;

[0044] The first lens and the second lens have opposite shooting directions, and the second lens penetrates the housing from within the housing;

[0045] The second lens and the chip are electrically connected;

[0046] The first lens, the second lens, and the lens mount together constitute a lens assembly;

[0047] The lens assembly is positioned at the end near the motherboard.

[0048] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, the embodiments of the present invention have the following advantages:

[0049] The camera of this invention includes a housing, a lens, a lens ring, a cover, and a heat source. The heat source is located inside the housing, and the lens ring is disposed on the outer surface of the housing. The lens penetrates the housing from within, and the lens ring surrounds the lens to protect it. The cover covers the outer surface of the housing. The heat source and the target housing are thermally connected, as are the housing and the lens ring, with the target housing being the portion of the housing covered by the cover. Thus, heat generated by the heat source can be conducted from the housing to the lens ring, and then through the lens ring into the air, completing the device's heat dissipation. Because the thermal conductivity of the housing is greater than that of the cover, and the thermal conductivity of the lens ring is greater than that of the cover, heat can be smoothly conducted along the heat conduction chain of the heat source, housing, and lens ring. Furthermore, the thermal connection between the heat source and the target housing, with the target housing being the portion of the housing covered by the cover, prevents some heat conduction due to the lower thermal conductivity of the cover, resulting in a lower temperature at that location on the device's outer casing. This makes it easier for the user to hold the device, improving user convenience and enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0050] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a camera provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0051] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the camera in the illustrated embodiment;

[0052] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Top view of the camera in the illustrated embodiment;

[0053] Figure 4 To Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the camera cut along plane AA;

[0054] Figure 5 To Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of region B shown.

[0055] Among them, 1. housing; 2. target housing; 3. first housing section; 4. flat plate section; 5. circular section; 6. second housing section; 7. annular section; 8. lens; 9. lens ring; 10. cover; 11. grip position; 12. chip; 13. motherboard; 14. shielding cover; 15. second lens; 16. lens mount. Detailed Implementation

[0056] This invention provides a camera that is convenient for users and improves their user experience.

[0057] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a camera provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the camera in the illustrated embodiment. Figure 3 for Figure 1 A top view of the camera in the illustrated embodiment. Figure 4 To Figure 3 The diagram shows a view of the camera cut along plane AA.

[0058] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 The camera in this embodiment of the invention includes a housing 1, a lens 8, a lens ring 9, a cover 10, and a heat source.

[0059] The heat source is located inside the housing 1, and the lens ring 9 is disposed on the outer surface of the housing 1. The lens 8 penetrates the housing 1 from within, thus enabling the lens 8 to capture images from outside the camera.

[0060] like Figure 1 As shown, the lens ring 9 surrounds the lens 8; in other words, the lens 8 passes through the lens ring 9, specifically as follows: Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 To Figure 4 The enlarged view of area B is shown. Thus, the lens ring 9 protects the lens 8. In the event of a camera drop, at certain drop angles, the lens ring 9 will hit the ground before the lens 8, thereby protecting the lens 8.

[0061] In this example, the lens ring 9 can be implemented in various ways, such as a ring structure, which can be a circular ring, a ring with polygonal inner and outer rings, or a ring formed by multiple separate components arranged around it. This embodiment of the invention does not specifically limit this. For example, as... Figure 1 As shown, the lens ring 9 is a circular ring.

[0062] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the cover 10 covers the outer surface of the housing 1, thus separating the housing 1 at its covered location from the user. The cover 10 is a component used for heat insulation.

[0063] The heat source and target housing 2 are thermally connected, and housing 1 and lens ring 9 are thermally connected. Target housing 2 is the portion of housing 1 covered by cover 10. In this way, the heat generated by the heat source can be conducted from target housing 2 to housing 1, then from housing 1 to lens ring 9, and finally conducted into the air at lens ring 9, thereby achieving heat dissipation of the device.

[0064] In this embodiment of the invention, the thermal conductivity of the housing 1 is greater than that of the cover 10, and the thermal conductivity of the lens ring 9 is also greater than that of the cover 10. In other words, the housing 1 and the lens ring 9 have higher thermal conductivity, allowing heat to be smoothly conducted along the heat conduction chain of the heat source, housing 1, and lens ring 9. On the other hand, the cover 10 has lower thermal conductivity, which can block some of the heat conduction. Furthermore, since the cover 10 covers the target housing 2 where there is more heat, the user experiences a lower temperature when touching this area because it is separated by the cover 10. Therefore, the camera in this embodiment of the invention is easier for the user to hold, facilitating its use and improving the user experience.

[0065] It should be understood that the camera components of this embodiment of the invention may be made of various materials, and this embodiment of the invention does not limit the materials used. For example, the housing 1 is made of stainless steel, the lens ring 9 is made of aluminum, and the cover 10 is made of plastic.

[0066] Optionally, the housing 1 also includes a gripping position 11, which is a location on the housing 1 for a user to grip. For example, as Figure 1 As shown, the area on the housing 1 that does not intersect with the lens 8 is the grip area 11. In this embodiment of the invention, the area of ​​the cover 10 and the area of ​​the grip area 11 intersect; in other words, the area of ​​the cover 10 and the area of ​​the grip area 11 partially overlap. Thus, when the user holds the camera, the user comes into contact with the cover 10, and the heat from the housing 1 is insulated by the cover 10, thereby reducing user discomfort.

[0067] Optionally, the housing 1 includes a first housing portion 3. In this case, the lens ring 9 is specifically disposed on the outer surface of the housing 1, meaning the lens ring 9 is disposed on the outer surface of the first housing portion 3. Furthermore, the lens 8 penetrates the first housing portion 3, and the cover 10 covers the outer surface of the first housing portion 3. This facilitates the manufacturing and assembly of the device.

[0068] The thermal conductivity of the first housing portion 3 is greater than that of the cover 10. The first housing portion 3 and the lens ring 9 are thermally connected. The target housing 2 is a part of the first housing portion 3.

[0069] In this way, the heat source and the first housing portion 3 are thermally connected, and the heat generated by the heat source is conducted from the target housing 2 to the first housing portion 3, then from the first housing portion 3 to the lens ring 9, and then from the lens ring 9 to the air, so as to achieve heat dissipation.

[0070] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the housing 1 also includes a second housing portion 6 and an annular portion 7. The first housing portion 3 and the second housing portion 6 are both flat. The annular portion 7 is an annular structure. The annular portion 7 is located between the first housing portion 3 and the second housing portion 6. The first housing portion 3, the second housing portion 6, and the annular portion 7 are interconnected to form a cuboid structure. In other words, the housing 1 of the camera in this embodiment of the invention has a cuboid structure. Near the end of the first housing portion 3, the lens 8 penetrates through the first housing portion 3. Therefore, in areas away from the lens 8, the housing 1 has ample space for the user to hold the camera, facilitating user operation. For example, as... Figure 1 As shown, the camera has a lens 8 at the top and a grip position 11 at the middle and bottom, which allows the user to hold the camera without affecting the image acquisition by the lens 8. Figure 1 In the example, the gripping position 11 is a ring-shaped area arranged around the housing 1.

[0071] In a specific example, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the first housing portion 3 includes a flat plate portion 4 and an annular portion 5. The flat plate portion 4 and the annular portion 5 are fixedly connected, for example, as a single piece. The lens 8 passes through the annular portion 5, and the cover 10 covers the outer surface of the flat plate portion 4.

[0072] At this point, the lens ring 9 and the housing 1 are connected as follows: the lens ring 9 surrounds the annular portion 5, and the lens ring 9 is attached to the side and one end of the annular portion 5. This facilitates the connection between the lens ring 9 and the housing 1, and the connection is relatively reliable. The annular portion 5 has a ring-shaped structure with a hollow center for the lens 8 to pass through. The side of the annular portion 5 can be cylindrical. One end of the annular portion 5 is fixedly connected to the flat plate portion 4, and the other end of the annular portion 5 can be formed by combining multiple planes for attachment to the lens ring 9. The side of the annular portion 5 can also be attached to the lens ring 9. Through this attachment, the annular portion 5 and the lens ring 9 achieve a thermally conductive connection.

[0073] In addition, in this embodiment of the invention, the lens 8 and the annular portion 5 are sealed to achieve waterproofing between the lens 8 and the housing 1.

[0074] It should be understood that in another specific example, such as Figure 4 As shown, the structure of the second housing portion 6 is the same as that of the first housing portion 3.

[0075] Optionally, other components may be provided on the second housing portion 6, such as a display screen, etc., and the embodiments of the present invention do not specifically limit this.

[0076] In this embodiment of the invention, the heat source is a heat-generating component. The heat source can be of various types, such as a battery, chip 12, or a resistor module.

[0077] In a specific example, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the heat source is chip 12, and the lens 8 is electrically connected to chip 12 so that chip 12 can control the lens 8 and process the images captured by the lens 8. The camera also includes a motherboard 13, which is located inside the housing 1 and is fixedly connected to the inside of the housing 1. Chip 12 is mounted on the motherboard 13. The lens 8 can be electrically connected to chip 12 through the motherboard 13.

[0078] Optionally, to achieve electromagnetic shielding, the camera in this embodiment of the invention further includes a shielding cover 14. The shielding cover 14 is disposed on the motherboard 13 and covers the chip 12. At this time, the chip 12 and the shielding cover 14 are thermally connected, and the shielding cover 14 and the target housing 2 are thermally connected. In this way, the heat generated by the chip 12 can be conducted to the housing 1 through the shielding cover 14. The shielding cover 14 is a tool used to shield electronic signals, and its function is to shield the influence of external electromagnetic waves on the internal circuit and to shield the electromagnetic waves generated by the internal circuit from radiating outward.

[0079] To achieve better thermal conductivity and avoid damage to components during assembly, the chip 12 and the shield 14 may optionally be connected by silicone, and the shield 14 and the target housing 2 may be connected by graphene.

[0080] In this embodiment of the invention, the camera lens 8 may be one or more, and this embodiment of the invention does not specifically limit this.

[0081] In a specific example, the lens 8 in the above embodiment is the first lens 8, that is, the lens 8 described above is referred to as the first lens 8. The camera in this embodiment of the invention also includes a second lens 15 and a lens mount 16.

[0082] The first lens 8 is fixedly connected to the lens mount 16, the second lens 15 is fixedly connected to the lens mount 16, and the lens mount 16 is fixedly connected to the housing 1. The lens mount 16 is disposed inside the housing 1. In this way, the positions of the first lens 8 and the second lens 15 can be fixed by the lens mount 16.

[0083] In embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the first lens 8 and the second lens 15 have opposite shooting directions, with the second lens 15 penetrating through the housing 1. Thus, the second lens 15 and the first lens 8 can capture images from different directions. Furthermore, the second lens 15 is electrically connected to the chip 12, and the chip 12 can control the operation of the second lens 15.

[0084] like Figure 4As shown, the first lens 8, the second lens 15, and the lens mount 16 together constitute the lens 8 assembly. In other words, the lens 8 assembly includes the first lens 8, the second lens 15, and the lens mount 16. The lens 8 assembly is positioned near the end of the motherboard 13. This arrangement allows the portion of the housing 1 surrounding the motherboard 13 to form a gripping area 11, facilitating user grip and without affecting image acquisition by the first lens 8 and the second lens 15.

[0085] Optionally, the second lens 15 extends through the second housing portion 6, and the second housing portion 6 is also provided with a lens ring 9, which surrounds the second lens 15 to protect the second lens 15.

[0086] It should be understood that the camera in this embodiment of the invention can be a panoramic camera, which can stitch together the images captured by the first lens 8 and the second lens 15 to form a panoramic image.

[0087] In summary, the camera of this embodiment includes a housing 1, a lens 8, a lens ring 9, a cover 10, and a heat source. The heat source is located inside the housing 1, and the lens ring 9 is disposed on the outer surface of the housing 1. The lens 8 penetrates the housing 1 from within, and the lens ring 9 surrounds the lens 8 to protect it. The cover 10 covers the outer surface of the housing 1. The heat source and the target housing 2 are thermally connected, as are the housing 1 and the lens ring 9, with the target housing 2 being the portion of the housing 1 covered by the cover 10. Thus, heat generated by the heat source can be conducted from the housing 1 to the lens ring 9, and then through the lens ring 9 into the air, completing the heat dissipation of the device. Because the thermal conductivity of the housing 1 is greater than that of the cover 10, and the thermal conductivity of the lens ring 9 is greater than that of the cover 10, heat can be smoothly conducted along the heat conduction chain of the heat source, housing 1, and lens ring 9. The heat source and the target housing 2 are thermally connected. The target housing 2 is the part of the housing 1 covered by the cover 10. Because the target housing 2 is covered by the cover 10 with low thermal conductivity, the cover 10 can block the conduction of some heat, so the temperature of the device shell is lower at this point, making it easier for the user to hold and use, and improving the user experience.

[0088] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A camera, characterized by, Includes housing, lens, lens ring, cover, and heat source; The heat source is located inside the housing, and the lens ring is disposed on the outer surface of the housing; The lens extends through the housing from within the housing, and the lens ring is arranged around the lens; The cover covers the outer surface of the housing; The thermal conductivity of the housing is greater than that of the cover, and the thermal conductivity of the lens ring is greater than that of the cover. The heat source and the target housing are thermally connected, and the housing and the lens ring are thermally connected; The target housing is the portion of the housing covered by the cover.

2. The camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing also includes a grip area, which is a position on the housing for a user to grip; The area of ​​the cover intersects with the area of ​​the grip position.

3. The camera according to claim 2, characterized in that, The housing includes a first housing portion; The lens ring is disposed on the outer surface of the first housing segment, the lens penetrates through the first housing segment, and the cover covers the outer surface of the first housing segment; The thermal conductivity of the first shell portion is greater than that of the cover. The first housing portion and the lens ring are thermally connected; The target shell is a portion of the first shell section.

4. The camera according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing also includes a second housing portion and an annular portion; The first housing portion is a flat plate structure, and the second housing portion is a flat plate structure; The annular portion is located between the first housing portion and the second housing portion; The first shell portion, the second shell portion, and the annular portion are interconnected to form a cuboid structure; The lens extends through the first housing portion near the end of the first housing portion.

5. The camera according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first housing portion includes a flat plate portion and an annular portion; The flat plate portion and the annular portion are fixedly connected; The lens extends through the annular portion, and the cover covers the outer surface of the flat portion; The lens ring surrounds the circular portion, and the lens ring is fitted to the side and one end of the circular portion; The lens and the annular portion are sealed together.

6. The camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat source is a chip, and the lens is electrically connected to the chip; The camera also includes a motherboard; The motherboard is located inside the housing, and the chip is mounted on the motherboard.

7. The camera according to claim 6, characterized in that, The camera also includes a shielding cover; The shielding cover is disposed on the motherboard and covers the chip; The chip and the shield are thermally connected, and the shield and the target housing are thermally connected.

8. The camera according to claim 7, characterized in that, The chip and the shielding cover are connected by silicone. The shield and the target housing are connected by graphene.

9. The camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, The casing is made of stainless steel. The lens ring is made of aluminum. The cover is made of plastic.

10. The camera according to claim 6, characterized in that, The lens in question is the first lens; The camera also includes a second lens and a lens mount; The first lens and the lens mount are fixedly connected, the second lens and the lens mount are fixedly connected, the lens mount and the housing are fixedly connected, and the lens mount is disposed inside the housing; The first lens and the second lens have opposite shooting directions, and the second lens penetrates the housing from within the housing; The second lens and the chip are electrically connected; The first lens, the second lens, and the lens mount together constitute a lens assembly; The lens assembly is positioned at the end near the motherboard.

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