Stereo intelligence ring and its locking and unlocking methods

Abstract

The application discloses a three-dimensional intelligent ring and a locking method and an unlocking method thereof. The three-dimensional intelligent ring comprises three parts, a middle section of each part is twisted to form a curved ring with an opening, two end heads of the part are staggered and extend towards opposite directions from the opening of the curved ring, the inner cavity size of the curved ring allows any one end head to pass through alone, and the end heads of any two parts are inserted into the curved ring of the other part and twisted to realize movable sleeving of the curved ring. The three parts are two main parts and one auxiliary part, a bottom of the curved ring of the main part is cut to form a supporting surface, when the curved ring of each part is movably sleeved with the curved ring of the other two parts, the positions of the three parts are adjusted until the supporting surfaces of the two main parts are flush, so that the three parts are in a locked display state capable of being vertically placed. The three parts of the application can be assembled into an artistic ornament, and the three-dimensional intelligent ring has high use value and is interesting and beautiful.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of educational toys, and more particularly to a three-dimensional smart ring and its locking and unlocking methods. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of society, people are pursuing higher and higher quality of life, and more people are paying attention to their physical and mental health. Especially in high-pressure work environments, people need to find ways to relax and exercise their brains. Therefore, educational toys have gradually become popular.

[0003] While there is a wide variety of educational toys on the market, most of them fail to combine fun and aesthetics. For example, a smart ring made of multiple parts has an ordinary appearance when locked and is unlikely to attract users' attention when left unattended, thus failing to realize its intended value. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention proposes a three-dimensional smart ring and its locking and unlocking methods. The three parts of the three-dimensional smart ring can be assembled into an artistic ornament, which is both interesting and aesthetically pleasing, and has higher practical value.

[0005] The technical solution adopted in this invention is to design a three-dimensional smart ring, including: three parts, the middle section of each part is twisted to form a curved ring with an opening, the two ends of the parts are staggered and extend from the opening of the curved ring in opposite directions, the inner cavity size of the curved ring allows any one end to pass through alone, and the ends of any two parts are inserted into each other's curved rings and then twisted to realize the movable fitting of the curved rings.

[0006] The three parts consist of two main parts and one auxiliary part. The bottom of the curved ring of the main part is cut to form a support surface. When the curved ring of each part is movably fitted with the curved rings of the other two parts, the positions of the three parts are adjusted until the support surfaces of the two main parts are aligned, so that the three parts are in a locked display state that can be placed upright.

[0007] Furthermore, the two ends of the main part are a thick end and a thin end with a smaller size than the thick end, and the two ends of the auxiliary part are both thick ends. When the curved rings of any two parts are fitted together, the remaining space of the curved rings is at least enough to allow the thin end to move through.

[0008] Furthermore, the middle section of the part is connected to the two ends as one piece, and the size of the ends gradually increases from the end connected to the middle section to the direction away from the middle section, so that the shape of the ends is teardrop-shaped.

[0009] Furthermore, in the locked display state, the thick ends of the two main parts are located on the outermost side and face away from each other, the sub-part is sandwiched between the two main parts, and at least one main part and the sub-part are provided with a locking structure for stabilizing the locked display state.

[0010] Furthermore, the engaging structure is located at the contact point between the main part and the sub-part. The engaging structure includes a main groove and a sub-groove that engage with each other. The main groove is located on the thin end of the main part, and the sub-groove is located on the thick end of the sub-part.

[0011] In some embodiments, the two main parts are a first main part and a second main part, the opening size of the first main part is smaller than the opening size of the second main part, the narrowest part of the middle section of the main part is larger than the opening size of any one of the parts, the two main parts can only be fitted together by rotation, the narrowest part of the middle section of the auxiliary part is smaller than the opening size of the second main part, and the curved ring of the auxiliary part can move through the opening of the second main part to achieve fitting together.

[0012] Furthermore, the inner cavity dimensions of the curved rings of the first main component, the second main component, and the auxiliary component are all different;

[0013] When the curved rings of the first and second main parts are fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring of the first main part allows the thick end of the secondary part to pass through.

[0014] When the curved rings of the first main part and the secondary part are fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring of the first main part allows the thick end of the second main part to pass through, but the remaining space of the curved ring of the secondary part blocks the thick end of the second main part from passing through.

[0015] When the curved rings of the second main part and the auxiliary part are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved rings of both the second main part and the auxiliary part allows the thick end of the first main part to pass through.

[0016] Furthermore, the thin end of the first main part is provided with a main groove, and the two thick ends of the sub-part are a first sub-end and a second sub-end, respectively. The first sub-end is provided with a sub-groove for engaging with the main groove.

[0017] This invention also proposes a locking method for the aforementioned three-dimensional intelligent ring, wherein the three parts are separated from each other, and the locking method includes the following steps:

[0018] Insert the thin end of the first main part into the curved ring of the secondary part, insert the first secondary end of the secondary part into the curved ring of the first main part, and twist the first main part and the secondary part to make the curved rings of the first main part and the secondary part fit together.

[0019] Insert the thin end of the second main part into the curved ring of the sub-part, insert the second sub-end of the sub-part into the curved ring of the second main part, and adjust the position of the three parts so that the curved ring of each part is movably fitted with the curved rings of the other two parts.

[0020] Rotate the first and second main parts closer to the auxiliary part, so that the auxiliary part is clamped between the first and second main parts. Adjust the position of the three parts until the support surfaces of the two main parts are aligned, and the three parts reach a locked display state that allows them to be placed upright.

[0021] This invention also proposes a method for unlocking a three-dimensional smart ring. The three parts are in a locked display state. The unlocking method includes the following steps:

[0022] Adjust the positions of the three parts, loosen the sub-part from between the first and second main parts, and rotate the first and second main parts away from the sub-part;

[0023] Twist the first main part and the second main part, and adjust the position of the secondary part so that the second main part is disengaged from the first main part and the secondary part;

[0024] Twist the first main part and the secondary part to separate them.

[0025] Compared to existing technologies, the three components of this invention are ingeniously designed. After all the curved rings of the components interlock, adjusting the position of each component to a locked display state allows users to enjoy the process of disassembly and assembly. Once assembled, the three-dimensional smart ring becomes an artistic display piece, combining fun and aesthetics, thus increasing its practical value. Furthermore, inspired by the visual effect of ripples created by water droplets falling on a water surface, the inventors designed the ends of the components in a teardrop shape, enabling the three-dimensional smart ring to abstractly express this visual effect in its locked display state. Attached Figure Description

[0026] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the embodiments and accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0027] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the three parts in this invention when they are separated;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a top view of the three parts in this invention when they are separated;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the three parts in this invention when they are separated;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a frontal view of the three parts in this invention when they are separated;

[0031] Figure 5This is a side view of the three parts in this invention when they are separated;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the three parts assembled in this invention;

[0033] Figure 7 This is a top view of the assembly of the three parts in this invention;

[0034] Figure 8 This is a bottom view diagram of the three parts being assembled in this invention;

[0035] Figure 9 This is a front view of the three parts assembled in this invention;

[0036] Figure 10 This is a side view of the three parts assembled in this invention;

[0037] Reference numerals: First main part 1a; Second main part 1b; Sub-part 1c; Curved ring 10; Coarse end 20; Fine end 30; Support surface 11; Main groove 12; Sub-groove 13. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To make the technical problems to be solved, the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects of the present invention clearer, the present 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 only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0039] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, this invention proposes a three-dimensional smart ring comprising three parts. The middle section of each part is twisted to form a curved ring 10 with an opening. The two ends of each part are staggered and extend from the opening of the curved ring 10 in opposite directions. Visually, after the middle section of the part is twisted, the two ends are staggered and located in different planes, with a gap between the staggered points forming the opening of the curved ring 10. The internal cavity size of the curved ring 10 allows either end to pass through individually, but prevents both ends from passing through simultaneously. The movable fitting of the curved ring 10 is achieved by inserting the ends of any two parts into each other's curved ring 10 and then twisting them. In practical applications, the parts can be made of metal, which has high hardness and is less prone to deformation, increasing the difficulty of unlocking.

[0040] The three parts consist of two main parts 1a and 1b, and one auxiliary part 1c. The main parts have a thick end 20 and a thin end 30, smaller than the thick end 20. The auxiliary part 1c has two thick ends 20. The sizes of the thick ends 20 of the main parts and auxiliary part 1c can be the same or slightly different, but the size of the thick ends 20 is always larger than the size of the thin ends 30, and the size of the thin ends 30 is always larger than the middle section. To ensure flexible assembly and disassembly of the three-dimensional intelligent ring, when any two parts' curved rings 10 are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved rings 10 must be sufficient to allow the thin ends 30 to move through.

[0041] The bottom of the curved ring 10 of the main part is cut to form a support surface 11. When the curved ring 10 of each part is movably fitted with the curved rings 10 of the other two parts, the curved rings 10 of the three parts are interlocked. Adjust the position of the three parts until the support surfaces 11 of the two main parts 1a and 1b are aligned, so that the three parts are in a locked display state that can be placed vertically.

[0042] like Figures 6 to 10 As shown, in the locked display state, the thick ends 20 of the two main parts 1a and 1b are located on the outermost side and face away from each other. The secondary part 1c is sandwiched between the two main parts 1a and 1b, and at least one main part and the secondary part 1c are provided with an engaging structure for stabilizing the locked display state. In some embodiments, the engaging structure is provided at the contact portion between the main part and the secondary part 1c. The engaging structure includes a main groove 12 and a secondary groove 13 that engage with each other. The main groove 12 is provided on the thin end 30 of the main part, and the secondary groove 13 is provided on the thick end 20 of the secondary part 1c. When the three parts reach the locked display state, the thick end 20 of the secondary part 1c rests slightly downward on the main part, and the secondary groove 13 engages with the main groove 12, so that the main part stably supports the secondary part 1c.

[0043] The middle section of the part is connected to the two ends as one piece. The size of the ends gradually increases from the end that connects to the middle section to the end that moves away from the middle section, making the end shape resemble a teardrop. The entire transition area of ​​the part has a transition curve with smooth and beautiful lines. The appearance design in the locked display state simulates the visual effect of water droplets falling on the water surface, creating ripples, making it more aesthetically pleasing when placed.

[0044] like Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments of the present invention, the two main parts 1a and 1b are respectively the first main part 1a and the second main part 1b. The opening size of the first main part 1a is smaller than the opening size of the second main part 1b. The narrowest part of the middle section of the main part is larger than the opening size of any part. The two main parts 1a and 1b can only be fitted together by rotation. The narrowest part of the middle section of the auxiliary part 1c is smaller than the opening size of the second main part 1b. The curved ring 10 of the auxiliary part 1c can move through the opening of the second main part 1b to achieve fitting together.

[0045] The inner dimensions of the curved rings 10 of the first main component 1a, the second main component 1b, and the auxiliary component 1c are all different. When the curved rings 10 of the first main component 1a and the second main component 1b are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring 10 of the first main component 1a allows the thick end 20 of the auxiliary component 1c to pass through. When the curved rings 10 of the first main component 1a and the auxiliary component 1c are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring 10 of the first main component 1a allows the thick end 20 of the second main component 1b to pass through, but the remaining space of the curved ring 10 of the auxiliary component 1c blocks the thick end 20 of the second main component 1b from passing through. When the curved rings 10 of the second main component 1b and the auxiliary component 1c are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved rings 10 of the second main component 1b and the auxiliary component 1c allows the thick end 20 of the first main component 1a to pass through. This design requires the three components to be assembled in a specified order.

[0046] In the above embodiment, the thin end 30 of the first main part 1a is provided with a main groove 12, and the two thick ends 20 of the sub-part 1c are respectively the first sub-end and the second sub-end. The first sub-end is provided with a sub-groove 13 for engaging with the main groove 12.

[0047] To make it easier to understand, the locking and unlocking methods of educational toys are explained in detail below.

[0048] The locking method involves the three parts moving from a separate assembly to a locked display state, i.e., from... Figure 1 The displayed status is adjusted to Figure 6The displayed state. The operating steps are as follows: insert the thin end 30 of the first main part 1a into the curved ring 10 of the auxiliary part 1c; insert the first auxiliary end of the auxiliary part 1c into the curved ring 10 of the first main part 1a; twist the first main part 1a and the auxiliary part 1c so that the curved ring 10 of the first main part 1a and the auxiliary part 1c are movably fitted together; insert the thin end 30 of the second main part 1b into the curved ring 10 of the auxiliary part 1c; insert the second auxiliary end of the auxiliary part 1c into the curved ring 10 of the second main part 1b; then adjust the position of the first main part 1a so that the thin end 30 of the second main part 1b is inserted into the curved ring 10 of the first main part 1a; the thin end 30 of the first main part 1a... Insert the curved ring 10 of the second main component 1b. The second secondary end of the secondary component 1c and the thin end 30 of the first main component 1a both pass through the curved ring 10 of the second main component 1b. Continue to adjust the positions of the three components so that the curved ring 10 of each component is movably fitted with the curved rings 10 of the other two components. Rotate the first main component 1a and the second main component 1b closer to the secondary component 1c so that the secondary component 1c is clamped between the first main component 1a and the second main component 1b. Adjust the positions of the three components until the supporting surfaces of the two main components 1a and 1b are flush, and the three components reach a locked display state that allows them to be placed upright. For the 3D effect of the locked display state, see [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 6 See positive effects Figure 9 See side view. Figure 10 .

[0049] The unlocking method involves separating the three parts from their locked display state, i.e., from... Figure 6 The displayed status is adjusted to Figure 1 The displayed state. The operating steps are to adjust the position of the three parts, loosen the auxiliary part 1c from between the first main part 1a and the second main part 1b, rotate the first main part 1a and the second main part 1b away from the auxiliary part 1c; twist the first main part 1a and the second main part 1b, and adjust the position of the auxiliary part 1c so that the second main part 1b first disengages from the first main part 1a, and then disengages from the auxiliary part; twist the first main part 1a and the auxiliary part 1c so that the first main part 1a and the auxiliary part 1c disengage.

[0050] It should be noted that the terminology used above is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0051] It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the accompanying drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[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 three-dimensional intelligent ring, characterized in that, include: Three parts, each of which has its middle section twisted to form a curved ring with an opening, the two ends of which are staggered and extend from the opening of the curved ring in opposite directions, the inner cavity of the curved ring allows either end to pass through alone, and the ends of any two parts can be inserted into each other's curved rings and then twisted to achieve a movable fitting of the curved rings. The three parts are two main parts and one auxiliary part. The bottom of the curved ring of the main part is cut to form a support surface. When the curved ring of each part is movably fitted with the curved rings of the other two parts, the position of the three parts is adjusted until the support surfaces of the two main parts are aligned, so that the three parts are in a locked display state that can be placed vertically. The main component has two ends, one being a thick end and the other a thin end, which is smaller than the thick end. The auxiliary component has two ends, both being thick ends. When any two components are fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring is sufficient to allow the thin end to move through. In the locked display state, the thick ends of the two main parts are located on the outermost side and face away from each other, the sub-part is sandwiched between the two main parts, and at least one of the main parts and the sub-part is provided with an engagement structure for stabilizing the locked display state.

2. The three-dimensional intelligent ring according to claim 1, characterized in that, The middle section of the part is connected to the two ends as a whole. The size of the ends gradually increases from the end that connects to the middle section to the end that moves away from the middle section, so that the shape of the ends is teardrop-shaped.

3. The three-dimensional intelligent ring according to claim 1, characterized in that, The engaging structure is located at the contact point between the main part and the sub-part. The engaging structure includes a main groove and a sub-groove that engage with each other. The main groove is located on the thin end of the main part, and the sub-groove is located on the thick end of the sub-part.

4. The three-dimensional intelligent ring according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two main parts are a first main part and a second main part, and the opening size of the first main part is smaller than the opening size of the second main part. The narrowest part of the middle section of the main component is larger than the opening size of any other component. The two main components can only be fitted together by rotation. The narrowest part of the middle section of the auxiliary component is smaller than the opening size of the second main component. The curved ring of the auxiliary component can move through the opening of the second main component to achieve fitting together.

5. The three-dimensional intelligent ring according to claim 4, characterized in that, The inner cavity dimensions of the curved rings of the first main component, the second main component, and the auxiliary component are all different; When the curved rings of the first main part and the second main part are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring of the first main part allows the thick end of the sub-part to pass through. When the curved rings of the first main part and the sub-part are movably fitted together, the remaining space of the curved ring of the first main part allows the thick end of the second main part to pass through, but the remaining space of the curved ring of the sub-part blocks the thick end of the second main part from passing through. When the curved rings of the second main part and the auxiliary part are movably fitted together, the remaining space of both the curved rings of the second main part and the curved rings of the auxiliary part allows the thick end of the first main part to pass through.

6. The three-dimensional intelligent ring according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The first main component has a main groove at its thin end, and the two thick ends of the sub-component are a first sub-end and a second sub-end, respectively. The first sub-end has a sub-groove for engaging with the main groove.

7. A locking method for a three-dimensional intelligent ring, wherein the locking method is applied to the three-dimensional intelligent ring of claim 6, wherein the three parts are mutually separated; characterized in that, The locking method includes the following steps: Insert the thin end of the first main part into the curved ring of the sub-part, insert the first secondary end of the sub-part into the curved ring of the first main part, and twist the first main part and the sub-part so that the curved rings of the first main part and the sub-part are movably fitted together. Insert the thin end of the second main part into the curved ring of the sub-part, insert the second sub-end of the sub-part into the curved ring of the second main part, and adjust the position of the three parts so that the curved ring of each part is movably fitted with the curved rings of the other two parts. Rotate the first main component and the second main component closer to the auxiliary component, so that the auxiliary component is clamped between the first main component and the second main component. Adjust the position of the three components until the supporting surfaces of the two main components are aligned, and the three components reach a locked display state that allows them to be placed upright.

8. A method for unlocking a three-dimensional smart ring, wherein the unlocking method is applied to the three-dimensional smart ring of claim 6, and the three parts are in a locked display state; characterized in that, The unlocking method includes the following steps: Adjust the positions of the three parts, loosen the sub-part from between the first main part and the second main part, and rotate the first main part and the second main part away from the sub-part; Twist the first main part and the second main part, and adjust the position of the sub-part, so that the second main part disengages from the first main part and the sub-part; Twist the first main part and the sub-part to disengage them.

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