Camera assembly, vehicle and method of assembly

Abstract

This application relates to a camera assembly, a vehicle, and an assembly method. The camera assembly includes a housing, a circuit board, and multiple lens structures. The housing has multiple hollow connecting portions, all of which communicate with the interior space of the housing. The circuit board is disposed within the interior space of the housing and has multiple image sensors, each image sensor corresponding to one of the connecting portions. The multiple lens structures are connected one-to-one with the multiple connecting portions, so that each lens structure corresponds to one image sensor. Each lens structure can be integrated onto the housing, reducing space occupation. The vehicle, including the above-described camera assembly, provides more interior space. The assembly method is used to assemble the above-described camera assembly, facilitating the acquisition of a camera assembly with a small footprint.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle-mounted equipment technology, and in particular to a camera assembly, a vehicle, and an assembly method. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of vehicle-related technologies, more and more intelligent vehicles have emerged. For vehicles equipped with intelligent systems, multiple cameras are usually installed to detect the surrounding environment, providing a basis for the intelligent system to plan routes, avoid obstacles, and perform other operations.

[0003] However, multiple cameras will take up a lot of space inside the vehicle, reducing the usable space inside. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a camera assembly, vehicle, and assembly method to address the problem of multiple cameras occupying a large amount of space inside the vehicle.

[0005] A camera assembly, the camera assembly comprising:

[0006] A housing, wherein the housing is provided with a plurality of hollow connecting parts, and the plurality of connecting parts are all connected to the internal space of the housing;

[0007] A circuit board, disposed within the interior space of the housing, is equipped with multiple image sensors, each image sensor corresponding to one of the connection portions; and

[0008] Multiple lens structures are provided, and each of the multiple lens structures is connected to a corresponding connecting part, so that each lens structure corresponds to one of the image sensors.

[0009] In one embodiment, the plurality of lens structures include a first lens structure and a second lens structure, wherein the first lens structure is different from the second lens structure.

[0010] In one embodiment, each of the lens structures includes a sleeve and a lens, one end of the sleeve being fitted with one of the connecting portions and the other end being fitted with the lens, and the sleeves of the plurality of lens structures are different.

[0011] In one embodiment, the sleeve and the connecting portion are detachably connected.

[0012] In one embodiment, the inner wall of the sleeve has an inwardly protruding support ring, which is glued to the lens, and the size of each support ring protruding is adapted to the size of the corresponding lens.

[0013] In one embodiment, the lens includes a bushing and a mating portion connected to the outer periphery of the bushing. The mating portion is located outside the sleeve, and the projection of the mating portion on the support ring is at least partially located outside the outer ring of the support ring. The bushing passes through the support ring, and the area on the bushing corresponding to the support ring and / or the connection between the bushing and the mating ring is recessed inward to form an accommodating space, which is filled with adhesive.

[0014] In one embodiment, the connecting portion protrudes from the outer surface of the housing, and the sleeve is fitted onto the connecting portion; or

[0015] The housing is recessed inward to form the connecting portion, and the end of the sleeve passes through the connecting portion.

[0016] In one embodiment, the sleeve is provided with a first threaded structure, the connecting part is provided with a second threaded structure that mates with the first threaded structure, and a first sealant is filled between the first threaded structure and the second threaded structure.

[0017] In one embodiment, the camera assembly further includes a sealing ring, and the housing includes an upper cover and a lower cover, with the sealing ring sandwiched between the upper cover and the lower cover to seal the interior of the housing.

[0018] A vehicle comprising a camera assembly as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0019] An assembly method, the assembly method comprising the following steps:

[0020] Provide a housing with multiple hollow connecting parts;

[0021] The circuit board is fixed to the housing, such that each image sensor on the circuit board corresponds to one of the connection parts;

[0022] Apply adhesive to the lens structure and / or the connecting part to connect the plurality of lens structures to the plurality of connecting parts in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0023] In the aforementioned camera assembly, multiple lens structures are connected one-to-one with multiple connecting parts, so that each lens structure corresponds to an image sensor. This arrangement allows each lens structure to be integrated onto the housing, transmitting detection results to the image sensor. Compared to independently arranging each lens, this arrangement reduces the space required and ensures stable positioning between the lens structures. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a side view of a camera assembly provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the camera assembly shown.

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the sleeve in one direction of the camera assembly shown;

[0027] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the sleeve from another direction;

[0028] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the camera assembly shown along line AA;

[0029] Figure 6 for Figure 2 Axial view of the lens in the camera assembly shown;

[0030] Figure 7 for Figure 2 Axial view of the upper cover of the camera assembly shown;

[0031] Figure 8 for Figure 2 Axial view of the lower cover of the camera assembly shown.

[0032] Reference numerals: 10, camera assembly; 11, lens structure; 11a, first lens structure; 11b, second lens structure; 100, housing; 110, top cover; 111, connecting part; 112, groove; 120, bottom cover; 121, through hole; 200, circuit board; 210, image sensor; 300, sleeve; 310, support ring; 320, receiving cavity; 330, mounting end; 340, connecting end; 400, lens; 410, bushing; 420, mating part; 430, accommodating space; 500, sealing ring; 600, wire; 610, plug. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0034] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0035] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0036] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0038] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0039] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 This application provides an embodiment of a camera assembly 10 for installation on a vehicle to detect the environment around the vehicle and provide a reference for vehicle warning. The camera assembly 10 includes a housing 100, a circuit board 200, and multiple lens structures 11. The housing 100 has multiple hollow connecting portions 111, all of which communicate with the internal space of the housing 100. The circuit board 200 is located within the internal space of the housing 100 and has multiple image sensors 210, each image sensor 210 corresponding to one connecting portion 111. The multiple lens structures 11 are connected one-to-one with the multiple connecting portions 111, so that each lens structure 11 corresponds to one image sensor 210.

[0040] In the aforementioned camera assembly 10, multiple lens structures 11 are connected one-to-one with multiple connecting parts 111, so that each lens structure 11 corresponds to one image sensor 210. With this arrangement, each lens structure 11 can be integrated onto the housing 100 to transmit the detection results to the image sensor 210. Compared to independently arranging each lens 400, this arrangement reduces the space occupied and ensures stable positioning between the various lens structures 11.

[0041] It is understandable that for multiple independently configured lens structures 11, not only will each structure occupy a certain amount of space, but also, to avoid collisions and interference between adjacent lens structures 11, a certain amount of space must be reserved between each lens structure 11. However, in this embodiment, all multiple lens structures 11 are mounted on the housing 100, and the positions of adjacent lens structures 11 are stable, eliminating the need to reserve space for collisions. Thus, compared to multiple independently configured lens structures 11, the camera assembly 10 described in this embodiment occupies less space and its positions are more stable.

[0042] Please continue reading. Figure 1 and Figure 2In one embodiment, the plurality of lens structures 11 include a first lens structure 11a and a second lens structure 11b, wherein the first lens structure 11a and the second lens structure 11b are different. Thus, by cooperating with each other, the first lens structure 11a and the second lens structure 11b can detect various factors in the vehicle's surrounding environment, improving the comprehensiveness of the detection.

[0043] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, each lens structure 11 specifically includes a sleeve 300 and a lens 400. One end of the sleeve 300 is fitted with a connecting part 111, and the other end is fitted with the lens 400. That is, the lens 400 is connected to the housing 100 through the sleeve 300, and the sleeves 300 of the multiple lens structures 11 are different. The shape and size of the sleeve 300 are adapted to the shape, size, and focal length of the corresponding lens 400. In other words, in this embodiment, each lens 400 may include lenses 400 with different sizes, shapes, and focal lengths. For example, the multiple lenses 400 may include a telephoto lens 400 and a short-focus lens 400 to cooperate with each other to comprehensively detect the environment around the vehicle. At the same time, it also facilitates dealing with some unexpected situations.

[0044] Taking focal length as an example, for lenses 400 with different focal lengths, the corresponding sleeve 300 can be set to have different axial dimensions to ensure accurate imaging for various lenses 400. Similarly, for lenses 400 with different axial dimensions, the axial dimension of the sleeve 300 can be adjusted accordingly; for lenses 400 with different radial dimensions, the internal radial dimension of the sleeve 300 can be adjusted accordingly. By adapting the shape and size of the sleeve 300 to the shape, size, and focal length of the corresponding lens 400, the sleeve 300 can stably support the position of the lens 400, enabling the lens 400 to achieve stable imaging.

[0045] It should be understood that both the first lens structure 11a and the second lens structure 11b include a sleeve 300 and a lens 400. The lens 400 included in the first lens structure 11a and the lens 400 included in the second lens structure 11b may differ in focal length, shape, and size, so that the first lens structure 11a and the second lens structure 11b can complement each other in detecting the surrounding environment, reducing the possibility of certain obstacles not being detected. Of course, the sleeve 300 included in the first lens structure 11a can be adapted to the lens 400 included in the first lens 400; the sleeve 300 included in the second lens structure 11b can be adapted to the lens 400 included in the second lens 400.

[0046] Please see Figure 2In one embodiment, the sleeve 300 and the connecting part 111 are detachably connected. It is understood that the differences in structure, shape, and focal length between different lenses 400 can be accommodated by corresponding sleeves 300. Therefore, in this embodiment, by designing the sleeve 300 and the connecting part 111 to be detachably connected, it is unnecessary to repeatedly design molds for the housing 100 for different lenses 400; various lenses 400 can be connected to the housing 100 simply by selecting a suitable sleeve 300. This reduces the manufacturing cost of the camera assembly 10.

[0047] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3 In one embodiment, the sleeve 300 is provided with a first threaded structure, and the connecting portion 111 is provided with a second threaded structure (not shown, the same below) that mates with the first threaded structure (not shown, the same below). That is, the sleeve 300 and the connecting portion 111 can be detachably connected through the threaded structure. A first sealant is filled between the first threaded structure and the second threaded structure. It is understood that the sealant can adaptively fill the gap between the first threaded structure and the second threaded structure to seal the interior of the housing 100 relative to the outside, thereby improving the waterproofness of the camera assembly 10.

[0048] Please see Figure 2 and combined Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the sleeve 300 includes a mounting end 330 and a connecting end 340 disposed opposite to each other. The lens 400 passes through the mounting end 330, and all connecting ends 340 have the same structure and size. The connecting portions 111 are evenly spaced, and each connecting portion 111 has the same structure and size. Each connecting end 340 is correspondingly connected to each connecting portion 111. That is, the sleeve 300 only needs to have a structure and size at one end of the mounting portion that is compatible with the corresponding lens 400. The connecting ends 340 can have a uniform structure and size; that is, both the connecting ends 340 and the connecting portions 111 can be standardized in design. This arrangement facilitates the connection of various sleeves 300 with the connecting portions 111.

[0049] Please continue reading. Figure 2 and Figure 3In one embodiment, the connecting portion 111 protrudes from the outer surface of the housing 100, and the sleeve 300 is fitted onto the connecting portion 111. Because the connecting portion 111 protrudes, it also serves a positioning function, facilitating the direct fitting of the sleeve 300 onto the connecting portion 111 for connection. In this embodiment, the first threaded structure can be located on the inner wall of the sleeve 300, while the second threaded structure can be located on the outer surface of the connecting portion 111. During assembly, a first sealant can be applied to either the first or second threaded structure, and then the sleeve 300 can be fitted onto the connecting portion 111 and tightened. The first sealant can adaptively fill the space between the first and second threaded structures, forming a sealed and waterproof connection between the sleeve 300 and the connecting portion 111.

[0050] In another embodiment, the housing 100 is recessed inward to form a connecting portion 111, and the end of the sleeve 300 passes through the connecting portion 111. That is, in this embodiment, the sleeve 300 can be partially inserted into the connecting portion 111 to connect with it. In this case, the first thread structure can be provided on the outer surface of the sleeve 300, that is, the first thread structure is an external thread structure; correspondingly, the second thread structure can be provided on the inner wall of the connecting portion 111, that is, the second thread structure is an internal thread structure. During assembly, a first sealant can be applied to the first thread structure or the second thread structure first, and then the sleeve 300 is inserted into the connecting portion 111 and tightened. The first sealant can adaptively fill between the first thread structure and the second thread structure, so that a sealed and waterproof connection is formed between the sleeve 300 and the connecting portion 111.

[0051] Please see Figures 2 to 4 In one embodiment, a support ring 310 protrudes inward from the inner wall of the sleeve 300, and the support ring 310 is adhesively connected to the lens 400. The protruding size of each support ring 310 is adapted to the size of the corresponding lens 400. That is, in this embodiment, by adhesively connecting the support ring 310 to the lens 400, the lens 400 can be supported, allowing the lens 400 to be aligned with the image sensor 210.

[0052] Specifically, the sleeve 300 has a hollow interior forming a receiving cavity 320, and the cavity wall of the receiving cavity 320 protrudes radially inward to form an annular support ring 310. The support ring 310 can be located at the connection between the cavity wall of the receiving cavity 320 and the top of the sleeve 300, that is, the top surface of the support ring 310 can be on the same plane or the same curved surface as the top surface of the sleeve 300.

[0053] In one embodiment, the lens 400 and the sleeve 300 can be bonded together using Active Alignment (AA) technology. AA technology refers to using a six-axis platform to adjust the X, Y, and Z directions of the lens 400, as well as its six degrees of freedom of rotation around the X, Y, and Z axes, to ensure the spatial relationship between the lens 400 and the image sensor 210. Once the position is determined, adhesive can be applied between the lens 400 and the sleeve 300 to bond and secure the connection. It is understood that since multiple lens structures 11 on the housing 100 can be bonded together simultaneously using AA technology, this arrangement also improves production efficiency. Compared to independently configured lens structures 11, repeated AA bonding is unnecessary.

[0054] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 In one embodiment, the lens 400 includes a bushing 410 and a mating portion 420 connected to the outer periphery of the bushing 410. The mating portion 420 is located outside the sleeve 300, and its projection on the support ring 310 is at least partially located outside the outer ring of the support ring 310. The bushing 410 passes through the support ring 310, and the area on the bushing 410 corresponding to the support ring 310 is recessed inward to form an accommodating space 430, which is filled with adhesive. That is, after the lens 400 and the sleeve 300 are positioned, adhesive can be filled into the accommodating space 430, which can fix the lens 400 and the sleeve 300 relatively and maintain a seal between them.

[0055] Specifically, since the mating part 420 is connected to the outer periphery of the bushing 410, the adhesive in the accommodating space 430 can be prevented from overflowing outward along the axial direction of the bushing 410. At the same time, since the accommodating space 430 is formed on the bushing 410 in the area corresponding to the support ring 310, the support ring 310 cooperates with the sidewall of the accommodating space 430 to jointly define the position of the adhesive, so that the adhesive can solidify between the sleeve 300 and the lens 400.

[0056] Please continue reading. Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment, the accommodating space 430 may also be formed at the connection between the bushing 410 and the mating portion 420. The support ring 310 is located at the connection between the cavity wall of the accommodating cavity 320 and the top of the sleeve 300, while the mating portion 420 is located outside the sleeve 300, and the bushing 410 passes through the support ring 310. Since the accommodating space 430 is located at the connection between the bushing 410 and the mating portion 420, the support ring 310 can cooperate with the side wall of the accommodating space 430 to jointly define the position of the adhesive, so that the adhesive can solidify between the sleeve 300 and the lens 400.

[0057] It is understood that, in one embodiment, the accommodating space 430 may be provided simultaneously in the area on the bushing 410 corresponding to the support ring 310, and at the connection between the bushing 410 and the support ring 310.

[0058] Please see Figure 2 In one embodiment, the camera assembly 10 further includes a sealing ring 500. The housing 100 includes an upper cover 110 and a lower cover 120, with the sealing ring 500 sandwiched between the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 to seal the interior of the housing 100. Specifically, the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 can be connected by screws. Before connection, the sealing ring 500 can be placed on the surfaces of the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 that are close to each other. Subsequently, the two are connected together by screws, so that the sealing ring 500 is sandwiched between the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120, preventing external liquids from seeping into the housing 100 through the gap between the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120.

[0059] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, the connecting part 111 may be specifically provided on the side of the upper cover 110 opposite to the lower cover 120.

[0060] Please continue reading. Figure 2 In one embodiment, the shape of the sealing ring 500 can be adapted to the shape of the end faces of the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 so that the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 can be fully sealed.

[0061] Please see Figure 7 and combined Figure 2 In one embodiment, the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 are located on two adjacent sides. At least one of them has a recess forming a groove 112, and a sealing ring 500 is disposed within the groove 112. Figure 7 As shown, for example, a groove 112 is recessed on the side of the upper cover 110 near the lower cover 120, and the sealing ring 500 can be disposed in the groove 112. In this way, the groove 112 can limit the sealing ring 500 so that the sealing ring 500 can be stably clamped between the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120.

[0062] It is understandable that the groove 112 can also be provided on the side of the lower cover 120 near the upper cover 110, or the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 can both be provided on the sides near each other, and the two grooves 112 can fit together.

[0063] In one specific embodiment, a portion of the sealing ring 500 can extend out of the groove 112, allowing the upper cover 110 or the lower cover 120 to compress the sealing ring 500, thereby forming a stable sealing structure between the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120.

[0064] Please see Figure 8 and combined Figure 1 In one embodiment, the camera assembly 10 further includes a cable 600, and the housing 100 has a through-hole 121. One end of the cable 600 passes through the through-hole 121 into the housing 100 to connect to the circuit board 200, and the other end of the cable 600 is used to connect to the processor. In this way, the circuit board 200 can transmit the structure detected by the lens 400 to the connector through the cable 600, and the connector processes the corresponding information to determine the surrounding environment.

[0065] In one embodiment, the through-hole 121 is filled with a second sealant to prevent liquid from seeping into the housing 100 through gaps between the through-hole 121 and the wire 600. In other words, this arrangement further ensures the airtightness of the camera assembly 10.

[0066] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, the camera assembly 10 may include two lenses 400 and two sleeves 300, with the two sleeves 300 respectively supporting the two lenses 400. Correspondingly, the housing 100 may be provided with two connecting portions 111, with the two sleeves 300 respectively connected to the two connecting portions 111. It is understood that the two lenses 400 may be a telephoto lens 400 and a short-focus lens 400, respectively.

[0067] In this embodiment, two image sensors 210 are provided on the circuit board 200. After assembly, the two lenses 400 can be aligned with the two image sensors 210 respectively to obtain the imaging structure of the two lenses 400.

[0068] In this embodiment, the circuit board 200 may have two ports on the side opposite to the image sensor 210. The number of cables 600 may also be two. Each end of the two cables 600 has a plug 610, which is inserted into the two ports to transmit the images captured by the two lenses 400. Correspondingly, the housing 100 has two through holes 121 through which the two cables 600 extend into the housing 100 to connect with the ports.

[0069] An embodiment of this application also provides a method for assembling a camera assembly 10, the assembly method including:

[0070] A housing 100 with multiple hollow connecting parts 111 is provided.

[0071] The circuit board 200 is fixed to the housing 100, so that each image sensor 210 on the circuit board 200 corresponds to a connection part 111.

[0072] Adhesive is applied to the lens structure 11 and / or the connecting part 111, so that the multiple lens structures 11 are connected to the multiple connecting parts 111 in a one-to-one correspondence. It is understood that the lens structure 11 and the connecting part 111 can be directly connected by adhesive. Alternatively, the lens structure 11 and the connecting part 111 can be connected by other structures, and adhesive is used to fill the space between the lens structure 11 and the connecting part 111 to improve the sealing between the lens structure 11 and the housing 100 and improve the waterproof performance of the camera assembly 10.

[0073] In the above assembly method, each image sensor 210 corresponds to a connecting part 111. Therefore, when any lens structure 11 is connected to the connecting part 111, the lens structure 11 can correspond to an image sensor 210 through the hollow connecting part 111. This ensures that each lens structure 11 can transmit the captured content to the image sensor 210. Furthermore, by arranging multiple lens structures 11 on the housing 100, the overall structure of the camera assembly 10 can be made compact, and the positions of each lens structure 11 can be stable.

[0074] In one embodiment, the lens structure 11 may include a sleeve 300 and a lens 400. After the lens structure 11 is connected to the connecting part 111, it further includes the following steps:

[0075] Connect the sleeve 300 to the connecting part 111. Specifically, a first sealant can be applied to the sleeve 300 and / or the connecting part 111. Then connect the sleeve 300 to the connecting part 111. This arrangement ensures a tight seal and waterproof connection between the sleeve 300 and the connecting part 111.

[0076] Lens 400 is glued and fixed to sleeve 300, aligning lens 400 with image sensor 210. Specifically, automatic alignment technology can be used to align lens 400 with image sensor 210. It is understood that since multiple lens structures 11 are integrated on housing 100, multiple lens structures 11 can be automatically aligned and glued together simultaneously.

[0077] In one embodiment, the housing 100 may include an upper cover 110 and a lower cover 120, with a connecting portion 111 disposed on the upper cover 110. After the lens structure 11 is connected to the connecting portion 111, the following steps are further included:

[0078] One end of the wire 600 is connected to the processor, and the other end passes through the through-hole 121 on the lower cover 120 to the other side of the lower cover 120, where it is electrically connected to the circuit board 200. In this way, the image information received by the image sensor 210 can be transmitted to the processor via the wire 600, so that the processor can analyze the environment around the vehicle.

[0079] The upper cover 110 is connected to the lower cover 120 to seal the interior of the housing 100 relative to the outside.

[0080] In one embodiment, the above assembly method further includes:

[0081] Before the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 are connected, a sealing ring 500 is placed on the upper cover 110 or the lower cover 120. When the upper cover 110 and the lower cover 120 are connected, the sealing ring 500 can be clamped to further ensure the sealing of the housing 100.

[0082] In one embodiment, the above assembly method further includes:

[0083] After the wire 600 passes through the through hole 121, a second sealant is filled between the through hole 121 and the wire 600 to further improve the sealing performance of the housing 100 at the through hole 121.

[0084] One embodiment of this application also provides a dashcam, which includes a camera assembly 10 as described in various embodiments.

[0085] This application also provides a vehicle including a camera assembly 10 as described in various embodiments. The camera assembly 10 is capable of detecting the environment around the vehicle and providing a reference for other intelligent devices within the vehicle.

[0086] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0087] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A camera assembly, comprising: The camera assembly includes: A housing, wherein the housing is provided with a plurality of hollow connecting parts, and the plurality of connecting parts are all connected to the internal space of the housing; A circuit board, disposed within the interior space of the housing, is equipped with multiple image sensors, each image sensor corresponding to one of the connection portions; and Multiple lens structures are provided, and each of the multiple lens structures is connected to a corresponding connecting part, so that each lens structure corresponds to one of the image sensors. Each of the lens structures includes a sleeve and a lens, one end of the sleeve is sleeved with a connecting part, and the other end is sleeved with the lens; The inner wall of the sleeve has a support ring protruding inward, and the support ring is glued to the lens. The size of the protrusion of each support ring is adapted to the size of the corresponding lens. The lens includes a bushing and a mating part connected to the outer periphery of the bushing. The mating part is located outside the sleeve. The projection of the mating part on the support ring is at least partially located outside the outer ring of the support ring. The bushing passes through the support ring. The area on the bushing corresponding to the support ring and / or the connection between the bushing and the support ring are recessed inward to form an accommodating space. The accommodating space is filled with adhesive.

2. The camera assembly of claim 1, wherein, The plurality of lens structures include a first lens structure and a second lens structure, wherein the first lens structure is different from the second lens structure.

3. The camera assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeves of the multiple lens structures are different.

4. The camera assembly of claim 3, wherein, The sleeve and the connecting part can be detachably connected.

5. The camera assembly of claim 3, wherein, The connecting portion protrudes from the outer surface of the housing, and the sleeve is fitted onto the connecting portion; or The housing is recessed inward to form the connecting portion, and the end of the sleeve passes through the connecting portion.

6. The camera assembly of claim 3, wherein, The sleeve is provided with a first threaded structure, and the connecting part is provided with a second threaded structure that mates with the first threaded structure. A first sealant is filled between the first threaded structure and the second threaded structure.

7. The camera assembly of claim 1, wherein, The sleeve includes a mounting end and a connecting end arranged opposite to each other. The lens passes through the mounting end, and the connecting ends have the same structure and size.

8. The camera assembly of claim 1, wherein, The connecting parts are evenly spaced.

9. The camera assembly of claim 1, wherein, The camera assembly also includes a sealing ring, and the housing includes an upper cover and a lower cover, with the sealing ring sandwiched between the upper cover and the lower cover to seal the interior of the housing.

10. A vehicle characterized by comprising: The vehicle includes the camera assembly as described in claim 9.

11. A method of assembly, characterized by For assembling the camera assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, the assembly method includes the following steps: Provide a housing with multiple hollow connecting parts; The circuit board is fixed to the housing, such that each image sensor on the circuit board corresponds to one of the connection parts; Apply adhesive to the lens structure and / or the connecting part to connect the plurality of lens structures to the plurality of connecting parts in a one-to-one correspondence.

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