A head-mounted device

Abstract

This invention discloses a head-mounted device, including a main body and a face mask. The main body includes a housing and a heating element disposed within the housing. The face mask has an air inlet channel, and the end of the housing facing the face has an air inlet unit corresponding to and communicating with the air inlet channel. The top and / or the side of the housing away from the face has an air outlet unit. A partition is provided in the inner cavity defined by the housing, dividing the inner cavity into independent air inlet and air outlet chambers. A fan is provided on the partition, with the fan's air inlet end and air inlet unit communicating with the air inlet chamber, and the fan's air outlet end and air outlet unit communicating with the air outlet chamber. The fan guides external air through the air inlet channel and air inlet unit into the air inlet chamber, exchanges heat with the heating element, enters the air outlet chamber, and is discharged to the outside through the air outlet unit. This invention can dissipate heat from both the heating element and the face mask, with good heat dissipation effect, improving service life and user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of wearable product technology, and particularly relates to a head-mounted device. Background Technology

[0002] To improve the user experience of head-mounted devices, the hardware requirements are becoming increasingly demanding. This rapid advancement in hardware inevitably leads to increased power consumption, which in turn increases the heat generated by the heat-generating components (motherboard and battery). Failure to effectively dissipate heat from these components can damage them, ultimately affecting their lifespan. Furthermore, to enhance immersion, the device needs to provide excellent light protection and a tight seal. However, existing masks often fail to dissipate heat and moisture effectively, leading to high facial temperatures, stuffiness, and sweating during prolonged use, causing discomfort and negatively impacting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In order to overcome at least one of the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a head-mounted device that can dissipate heat from both the heat-generating components and the face mask, and has a good heat dissipation effect, thereby improving service life and user experience.

[0004] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this invention provides a head-mounted device, including a main body and a face mask disposed on the face-facing end of the main body; the main body includes an encapsulation shell and a heating device disposed within the encapsulation shell; the face mask is provided with an air inlet channel, the face-facing end of the encapsulation shell is provided with an air inlet hole unit corresponding to and communicating with the air inlet channel, and the top and / or the side of the encapsulation shell away from the face is provided with an air outlet hole unit;

[0005] A partition is provided in the inner cavity defined by the encapsulation shell, which divides the inner cavity into an independent air inlet cavity and an air outlet cavity; a fan is provided on the partition, and the air inlet end of the fan and the air inlet hole unit are both connected to the air inlet cavity, and the air outlet end of the fan and the air outlet hole unit are both connected to the air outlet cavity;

[0006] The fan is used to guide external air into the air inlet cavity through the air inlet channel and the air inlet hole unit, exchange heat with the heating device, and then enter the air outlet cavity and be discharged to the outside through the air outlet hole unit.

[0007] Furthermore, the encapsulation shell has two lens mounting holes spaced apart on the side facing the face, and the air inlet unit has at least three, including a first air inlet unit, a second air inlet unit, and a third air inlet unit.

[0008] The first air inlet unit is located above the lens mounting hole, the second air inlet unit and the third air inlet unit are symmetrically arranged, and the two lens mounting holes are located between the second air inlet unit and the third air inlet unit.

[0009] Furthermore, the mask is provided with at least three air intake channels, including a first air intake channel, a second air intake channel, and a third air intake channel;

[0010] The first air inlet channel is connected to the first air inlet hole unit, the second air inlet channel is connected to the second air inlet hole unit, and the third air inlet channel is connected to the third air inlet hole unit.

[0011] Furthermore, the encapsulation shell includes a front shell, a middle shell, and a rear shell that are snapped together, which together define the inner cavity; the top of the partition abuts against the top of the middle shell; the front shell has a U-shaped baffle extending towards the rear shell on the side facing the face, the U-shaped baffle abuts against the partition, and the U-shaped baffle, the front shell, the partition, and the middle shell on the inner side of the U-shaped baffle together enclose the air outlet cavity, and the remaining inner cavity is the air inlet cavity.

[0012] Furthermore, the top of the front shell is provided with a first notch, and the top of the rear shell is provided with a second notch; the middle shell is provided with a first extension extending downward into the first notch and a second extension extending downward into the second notch;

[0013] The second extension is provided with at least one of the air inlet units; the air outlet unit is provided on the first extension.

[0014] Furthermore, the mask includes a mask support and a mask body;

[0015] The mask support includes an end portion and a periphery disposed on the outer edge of the end portion and extending toward the mask body, the end portion and the periphery defining an installation space, and the end of the mask body facing away from the face being located within the installation space.

[0016] Furthermore, the end of the mask body facing away from the face is provided with a ventilation structure. The ventilation structure, the inner wall of the periphery of the mask bracket, and the inner wall of the end of the mask bracket together form a ventilation cavity that communicates with the outside. The end of the mask bracket is provided with a ventilation hole unit that communicates with the ventilation cavity. The ventilation cavity and the ventilation hole unit constitute the air intake channel.

[0017] Furthermore, the mask body includes a mounting portion and a face-contact portion connected together; the mounting portion is installed within the mounting space, and the face-contact portion extends beyond the mask bracket;

[0018] The outer peripheral surface of the mounting portion is in contact with the inner peripheral wall of the mask bracket, and the end face of the mounting portion abuts against the inner end wall of the mask bracket.

[0019] Furthermore, a stepped surface is formed between the outer peripheral surface of the mounting portion and the outer peripheral surface of the face-fitting portion, and the peripheral end face of the mask bracket abuts against the stepped surface.

[0020] Furthermore, the ventilation structure is one of the three types: groove structure, hole structure, and hollow structure; or, the ventilation structure is a combination of two or three of the three types: groove structure, hole structure, and hollow structure.

[0021] The beneficial effects achieved by adopting the above technical solution are as follows:

[0022] The head-mounted device of this invention includes a main body and a face mask disposed on the face-facing end of the main body; the main body includes a housing and a heating element disposed within the housing; the face mask is provided with an air inlet channel, the face-facing end of the housing is provided with an air inlet hole unit corresponding to and communicating with the air inlet channel, and the top and / or the side away from the face of the housing is provided with an air outlet hole unit; a partition is provided in the inner cavity defined by the housing, the partition dividing the inner cavity into an independent air inlet cavity and an air outlet cavity; a fan is provided on the partition, the air inlet end and the air inlet hole unit of the fan are both connected to the air inlet cavity, and the air outlet end and the air outlet hole unit of the fan are both connected to the air outlet cavity; the fan is used to guide external air into the air inlet cavity through the air inlet channel and the air inlet hole unit, exchange heat with the heating element, then enter the air outlet cavity, and is discharged to the outside through the air outlet hole unit.

[0023] The fan provides directional propulsion for accelerated airflow. During heat dissipation, external cool air first passes through the air intake channel on the mask, where it cools and dehumidifies the mask, indirectly reducing the user's facial temperature and humidity at the point where the mask touches the face, thus improving the user experience. Then, the cool air dissipates heat from the heat-generating components, preventing damage due to overheating and extending their lifespan. Furthermore, airflow only occurs at the fan mounting location in the air intake and exhaust chambers; the remaining areas remain sealed. This maximizes fan efficiency, further enhancing heat dissipation. Moreover, the exhaust vents are located on the top of the enclosure and / or the side facing away from the face, preventing the direction of hot airflow from interfering with facial comfort or mask heat dissipation, further improving the user experience and ensuring effective heat dissipation.

[0024] In summary, this invention can dissipate heat from both the heat-generating device and the cover, and the heat dissipation effect is good, thereby improving the service life and user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other embodiments can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the structure of the head-mounted device of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the head-mounted device of the present invention after being cut;

[0028] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Exploded view of the inner packaging shell;

[0029] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle shell;

[0030] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the face mask support;

[0031] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the face mask body;

[0032] Among them, 1-encapsulation shell, 11-air inlet cavity, 12-air outlet cavity, 13-front shell, 131-first notch, 132-U-shaped baffle, 14-rear shell, 141-second notch, 15-middle shell, 151-first extension, 152-second extension, 153-separation, 16-partition, 17-U-shaped sealing gasket, 2-first air inlet unit, 3-second air inlet unit, 4-third air inlet unit, 5-air outlet unit, 6-face mask, 61-face mask bracket, 611-ventilation unit, 612-peripheral part, 613-end, 62-face mask body, 621-ventilation structure, 622-installation part, 623-face-contact part, 624-step surface, 63-ventilation cavity body, 7-fan. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention.

[0034] It should be noted that the directional indicators involved in this invention, such as front and back, up and down, left and right, refer to the relative positional relationship between the various components in a normal wearing posture. If the posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.

[0035] Furthermore, if the embodiments of the invention involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of a person skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by the invention.

[0036] Depend on Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the figure, the basic embodiment of the present invention, which demonstrates the main concept, discloses a head-mounted device, including a main body and a face mask 6 disposed on the face-facing end of the main body; the main body includes a housing 1 and a heating element disposed within the housing 1; the face mask 6 is provided with an air inlet channel, the face-facing end of the housing 1 is provided with an air inlet hole unit corresponding to and communicating with the air inlet channel, and the top and / or the side away from the face of the housing 1 is provided with an air outlet hole unit 5; a partition 16 is provided in the inner cavity defined by the housing 1, the partition 16 dividing the inner cavity into an independent air inlet cavity 11 and an air outlet cavity 12; a fan 7 is provided on the partition 16, the air inlet end and the air inlet hole unit of the fan 7 are both connected to the air inlet cavity 11, and the air outlet end and the air outlet hole unit 5 of the fan 7 are both connected to the air outlet cavity 12; the fan 7 is used to guide external air through the air inlet channel and the air inlet hole unit into the air inlet cavity 11, exchange heat with the heating element, and then enter the air outlet cavity 12, and be discharged to the outside through the air outlet hole unit 5.

[0037] Fan 7 provides directional propulsion for accelerated airflow. During heat dissipation, external cold air first passes through the air intake channel on the mask 6, where it dissipates heat and dehumidifies the mask 6, indirectly reducing the user's facial temperature and humidity at the point where the mask touches the face, thus improving the user experience. Then, the cold air enters the air intake cavity 11 through the air intake unit, dissipating heat from the internal heat-generating components and preventing damage due to overheating, thereby extending their lifespan. Finally, the air is exhausted to the outside, completing one heat dissipation cycle. Furthermore, airflow occurs only at the fan 7 mounting location in the air intake cavity 11 and the air outlet cavity 12; the remaining areas remain sealed. This maximizes the operating efficiency of fan 7, further improving heat dissipation. Moreover, the air outlet unit 5 is located on the top of the enclosure 1 and / or on the side facing away from the face, preventing the direction of hot airflow from interfering with facial comfort or the heat dissipation of the mask 6, further enhancing the user experience and ensuring effective heat dissipation.

[0038] In one specific embodiment, the encapsulation shell 1 has two lens mounting holes spaced apart on the side facing the face, and three air inlet units are provided (the number of air inlet units can be adjusted as needed), namely a first air inlet unit 2, a second air inlet unit 3, and a third air inlet unit 4; the first air inlet unit 2 is located above the lens mounting holes, and the second air inlet units 3 and 4 are symmetrically arranged, with the two lens mounting holes located between the second air inlet units 3 and 4. Correspondingly, the face mask 6 has three air inlet channels (the number of air inlet channels can be adjusted as needed, corresponding one-to-one with the air inlet units), namely a first air inlet channel, a second air inlet channel, and a third air inlet channel; the first air inlet channel is connected to the first air inlet unit, the second air inlet channel is connected to the second air inlet unit, and the third air inlet channel is connected to the third air inlet unit. Thus, the technical solution of providing air inlet units and air inlet channels in multiple areas can improve heat dissipation.

[0039] In another specific embodiment, by Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the encapsulation shell 1 includes a front shell 13, a rear shell 14, and a middle shell 15 that are fastened together, defining an inner cavity. The middle shell 15 includes a connected top plate and two headband connecting arms, which are located on the left and right sides of the rear shell 14. The top of the partition 16 abuts against the top plate of the middle shell 15; the front shell 13 has a U-shaped baffle 132 extending towards the rear shell 14 on the side facing the face, and the U-shaped baffle 132 abuts against the partition 16; and the U-shaped baffle 132, the front shell 13 inside the U-shaped baffle 132 (i.e., a part of the front shell 13 defined by the U-shaped baffle 132), the partition 16, and the middle shell 15 together enclose an air outlet cavity 12, with the remaining inner cavity being an air inlet cavity 11. In this embodiment, the space of the air inlet cavity 11 is larger than that of the air outlet cavity 12, and the number of air outlet units 5 is greater than that of the air inlet units; thus, the air flow speed at the air outlet units 5 can be increased, further improving the heat dissipation effect.

[0040] Preferably, the partition 16 is provided with a U-shaped sealing gasket 17 that is adapted to the U-shaped baffle 132. This improves the sealing performance of the air outlet cavity 12, prevents airflow mixing between the air outlet cavity 12 and the air inlet cavity 11 at the contact point, ensures normal airflow, and further ensures the heat dissipation effect.

[0041] In another specific embodiment, the top of the front shell 13 is provided with a first notch 131, and the top of the rear shell 14 is provided with a second notch 141; the middle shell 15 is provided with a first extension 151 extending downward into the first notch 131 and a second extension 152 extending downward into the second notch 141; the second extension is provided with an air inlet unit (i.e., the first air inlet unit 2); the air outlet unit 5 is disposed on the first extension 151. Preferably, the middle shell 15 is provided with a partition 153 located between the first extension 151 and the second extension 152, and the partition 16 abuts against the partition 153. The space defined by the partition 153 and the first extension 151 is part of the air outlet cavity 12; the space defined by the partition 153 and the second extension 152 is part of the air inlet cavity 11. This arrangement not only ensures heat dissipation but also improves aesthetics.

[0042] In another specific embodiment, by Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the mask 6 includes a mask bracket 61 and a mask body 62; the mask bracket 61 includes an end portion 613 and a peripheral portion 612 disposed on the outer edge of the end portion 613 and extending toward the mask body 62. The end portion 613 and the peripheral portion 612 define an installation space. The end of the mask body 62 facing away from the face is located within the installation space, thus ensuring the reliability of the installation of the mask bracket 61 and the mask body 62. Preferably, the top and left and right sides of the end of the mask body 62 facing away from the face are provided with ventilation structures 621. Each ventilation structure 621, the inner wall of the periphery 612 of the mask support 61, and the inner wall of the end 613 of the mask support 61 together form a ventilation cavity 63 communicating with the outside. The end 613 of the mask support 61 is provided with three ventilation hole units 611 that correspond one-to-one with the ventilation cavity 63. The ventilation cavity 63 and the corresponding ventilation hole units 611 constitute an air intake channel. This arrangement can further improve the heat dissipation and dehumidification effect of the mask body 62. In addition, the position of the ventilation structure 621 can avoid discomfort to the user's face caused by fast-flowing airflow.

[0043] More preferably, each vent unit 611 includes a plurality of vent holes, and each air inlet unit includes a plurality of air inlets; in the vent unit 611 and air inlet unit at the same location, the air inlets and vent holes are aligned one by one; this ensures effective air circulation.

[0044] Preferably, the mask body 62 includes a mounting portion 622 and a face-contact portion 623 connected to each other; the mounting portion 622 is installed within the mounting space, and the face-contact portion 623 extends beyond the mask bracket 61 (attached with an adhesive layer); the outer peripheral surface of the mounting portion 622 is in contact with the inner wall of the periphery 612 of the mask bracket 61 (also attached with an adhesive layer); the end face of the mounting portion 622 abuts against the inner wall of the end 613 of the mask bracket 61 (also attached with an adhesive layer). Preferably, a stepped surface 624 is formed between the outer peripheral surface of the mounting portion 622 and the outer peripheral surface of the face-contact portion 623, and the end face of the periphery 612 of the mask bracket 61 abuts against the stepped surface 624 (also attached with an adhesive layer). This arrangement avoids air mixing at the contact and abutment points during airflow, improving the effectiveness of directional airflow. In a further preferred embodiment, the outer peripheral surface of the periphery 612 of the mask support 61 is flush with the outer peripheral surface of the face-fitting part 623, with no height difference; thus, the mask 6 appears to be a single component, further improving its aesthetics.

[0045] The ventilation structure 621 can be one of three types: a groove-shaped structure, a perforated structure, or a hollow structure; or, the ventilation structure 621 can be a combination of two or three of these three types. The ventilation structure 621 shown in the figure is a groove-shaped structure. Each ventilation structure 621 includes multiple first ventilation sections spaced apart on the outer periphery of the face-contact portion 623 away from the face, and multiple second ventilation sections disposed on the mounting portion 622 and correspondingly connected to the first ventilation sections. The second ventilation sections and the mask bracket 61 form a ventilation cavity 63, with the first ventilation sections exposed, serving as the entrance to the ventilation cavity 63.

[0046] Preferably, the mask body 62 includes an outer layer and an inner layer; the outer layer is made of a one-way moisture-wicking fabric (quick-drying fabric), and the inner layer is made of a flexible material (foam, silicone, etc.). This further improves the heat dissipation and dehumidification effect. The ventilation structure 621 can be located on the inner layer, or it can be located on both the inner and outer layers.

[0047] In some embodiments, the end 613 of the mask bracket 61, facing away from the mask body 62, has a detachable connection structure for easy detachable connection with the main body. This design facilitates the replacement and cleaning of the mask 6, further improving the user experience. The detachable connection structure can be a latch, slot, magnetic fastener, or Velcro, etc.

[0048] The following is based on Figure 2 The airflow path shown briefly illustrates the heat dissipation process:

[0049] When the fan 7 rotates, the cold air from outside first enters the ventilation cavity 63 through the ventilation structure 621 on the mask body 62, and then enters the air intake cavity 11 through the ventilation hole unit 611 on the mask bracket 61, the air intake hole unit on the rear shell 14 and the second extension 152 in sequence. Then, driven by the fan blades of the fan 7, it enters the air outlet cavity 12, and is then discharged to the outside through the air outlet hole unit 5 on the first extension 151, completing one heat dissipation cycle.

[0050] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive or parallel manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0051] In summary, this invention can dissipate heat from both the heat-generating components and the mask, with excellent heat dissipation effect, thus improving the lifespan of the head-mounted device and the user experience.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A head-mounted device, comprising a main body and a face mask disposed on one end of the main body facing a human face; the main body includes a housing and a heating element disposed within the housing; characterized in that, The mask is provided with an air inlet channel, and the end of the encapsulation shell facing the face is provided with an air inlet hole unit that is connected to the air inlet channel. The top and / or the side of the encapsulation shell away from the face is provided with an air outlet unit. A partition is provided in the inner cavity defined by the encapsulation shell, which divides the inner cavity into an independent air inlet cavity and an air outlet cavity; a fan is provided on the partition, and the air inlet end of the fan and the air inlet hole unit are both connected to the air inlet cavity, and the air outlet end of the fan and the air outlet hole unit are both connected to the air outlet cavity; The fan is used to guide external air into the air inlet cavity through the air inlet channel and the air inlet hole unit, exchange heat with the heating device, and then enter the air outlet cavity and be discharged to the outside through the air outlet hole unit; The mask includes a mask bracket and a mask body; the mask bracket includes an end and a periphery disposed on the outer edge of the end and extending toward the mask body, the end and the periphery defining an installation space, and the end of the mask body facing away from the face is located within the installation space; The mask body has a ventilation structure at the end away from the face. The ventilation structure, the inner wall of the periphery of the mask bracket, and the inner wall of the end of the mask bracket together form a ventilation cavity that communicates with the outside. The end of the mask bracket has a ventilation hole unit that communicates with the ventilation cavity. The ventilation cavity and the ventilation hole unit constitute the air inlet channel. The mask body includes a mounting part and a face-fitting part connected together; the mounting part is installed in the mounting space, and the face-fitting part extends out of the mask bracket; the outer peripheral surface of the mounting part is fitted with the inner peripheral wall of the mask bracket, and the end face of the mounting part abuts against the inner end wall of the mask bracket. A stepped surface is formed between the outer peripheral surface of the mounting part and the outer peripheral surface of the face-fitting part, and the peripheral end face of the mask bracket abuts against the stepped surface. Each ventilation structure includes a plurality of first ventilation sections spaced apart on the outer periphery of the face-fitting portion away from the face, and a plurality of second ventilation sections disposed on the mounting portion and corresponding to and communicating with the first ventilation sections. The second ventilation sections and the mask bracket form the ventilation cavity, and the first ventilation sections are exposed to the outside, serving as the entrance to the ventilation cavity.

2. The head-mounted device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The encapsulation shell has two lens mounting holes spaced apart on the side facing the face, and the air inlet unit has at least three, including a first air inlet unit, a second air inlet unit and a third air inlet unit; The first air inlet unit is located above the lens mounting hole, the second air inlet unit and the third air inlet unit are symmetrically arranged, and the two lens mounting holes are located between the second air inlet unit and the third air inlet unit.

3. The head-mounted device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The mask is provided with at least three air intake channels, including a first air intake channel, a second air intake channel and a third air intake channel; The first air inlet channel is connected to the first air inlet hole unit, the second air inlet channel is connected to the second air inlet hole unit, and the third air inlet channel is connected to the third air inlet hole unit.

4. The head-mounted device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The encapsulation shell includes a front shell, a middle shell, and a rear shell that are snapped together, which together define the inner cavity; the top of the partition abuts against the top of the middle shell; the front shell has a U-shaped baffle extending towards the rear shell on the side facing the face, the U-shaped baffle abuts against the partition, and the U-shaped baffle, the front shell, the partition, and the middle shell on the inner side of the U-shaped baffle together enclose the air outlet cavity, and the remaining inner cavity is the air inlet cavity.

5. The head-mounted device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The front shell has a first notch at its top end, and the rear shell has a second notch at its top end; the middle shell has a first extension extending downward into the first notch and a second extension extending downward into the second notch. The second extension is provided with at least one of the air inlet units; the air outlet unit is provided on the first extension.

6. The head-mounted device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ventilation structure is one of the following: a groove structure, a perforated structure, or a hollow structure; or, the ventilation structure is a combination of two or three of the following: a groove structure, a perforated structure, or a hollow structure.

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