Turnover type timer

Abstract

An overturning type timer comprises a shell (10) and a rotating assembly (20) which is arranged in the shell (10) and rotationally connected with the shell (10), and the rotating assembly (20) rotates around a first rotating shaft relative to the shell (10); the rotating assembly (20) comprises a display module (22) and a balance weight (24), the display module (22) directly faces one end of the shell (10), and the gravity center of the rotating assembly (20) does not fall on the first rotating shaft.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention relates to the field of timing, in particular to a flip-type timer. Background Art

[0002] A timer is a device that uses a specific principle to measure time. Existing timing devices use mechanical dials, buttons or touch screens as a means of controlling timing.

[0003] With the advancement of technology, a flip timer (CN220399812U-polygonal flip timer) has appeared on the market. The corresponding time timing can be achieved by simply flipping the flip timer.

[0004] However, when a conventional flip-type timer is flipped, the display module of the flip-type timer will also rotate, so that the display module cannot always face the user, thereby reducing the user experience. Summary of the invention

[0005] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a flip timer that can solve the above problems.

[0006] A flip-type timer comprises a housing and a rotating assembly disposed in the housing and rotatably connected to the housing, wherein the rotating assembly rotates relative to the housing about a first rotating axis;

[0007] The rotating assembly includes a display module and a counterweight, the display module faces one end of the housing, and the center of gravity of the rotating assembly does not fall on the first rotating shaft.

[0008] In one embodiment, the flip-type timer flips about a second rotation axis, and an included angle between the first rotation axis and the second rotation axis is 0° to 30°.

[0009] In one embodiment, the flip-type timer flips about a second rotation axis, and the first rotation axis and the second rotation axis are parallel or coincident.

[0010] In one embodiment, the flip-type timer further comprises a bearing disposed in the housing, the bearing comprising an outer ring and an inner ring rotatably connected;

[0011] The outer ring is connected to the outer shell, and the inner ring is connected to the rotating assembly.

[0012] In one embodiment, the display module, the inner ring and the counterweight are stacked in sequence.

[0013] In one embodiment, the weight of the display module matches the weight of the counterweight.

[0014] In one embodiment, the flip-over timer further comprises a circuit board and a conductive ring electrically connected to the circuit board;

[0015] The rotating assembly also includes a conductive member arranged on a side of the inner ring away from the display module, the conductive member is electrically connected to the display module, and the conductive member abuts against the conductive ring. When the rotating assembly rotates relative to the housing, the conductive member slides along the conductive ring.

[0016] In one embodiment, the conductive member is a spring or a spring probe connector, and the conductive member elastically abuts against the conductive ring.

[0017] In one embodiment, the inner wall of the shell is further provided with a magnetic member, and when the flip timer is flipped to a preset position, the magnetic member is magnetically connected to the rotating component, thereby realizing the rotational positioning of the rotating component.

[0018] In one embodiment, when the magnetic member is magnetically connected to the rotating component, a gap is formed between the magnetic member and the rotating component.

[0019] In one embodiment, the flip-type timer further includes a first mounting bracket, the outer ring is mounted in the housing via the first mounting bracket, and the magnetic attraction member is disposed on the first mounting bracket.

[0020] In one embodiment, the shell is in the shape of a polygonal column, and each side of the shell is provided with a corresponding magnetic attraction component.

[0021] In one embodiment, the rotating component includes a magnetically attracted mating component that is magnetically attracted to the magnetically attracted component.

[0022] In one embodiment, the counterweight is magnetically connected to the magnetic element.

[0023] In one embodiment, the side wall of the counterweight protrudes outward to form a magnetic attraction portion that is magnetically connected to the magnetic attraction member.

[0024] In one embodiment, the flip-type timer further comprises a second mounting bracket, the second mounting bracket is provided with a mounting groove matching the counterweight, and a side wall of the mounting groove is provided with a notch, and the magnetic attraction portion is arranged at the notch so as to be exposed outside;

[0025] When the flip-type timer is flipped to the preset position, the magnetic attraction member is magnetically connected to the magnetic attraction portion.

[0026] The rotating assembly of the flip-up timer of the present invention includes the display module and the counterweight, the display module is facing one end of the shell, and the center of gravity of the rotating assembly does not fall on the first rotating axis, so that when the flip-up timer of the present invention is flipped, the rotating assembly will also rotate relative to the shell, so that the display module arranged at one end facing the shell rotates relative to the shell, thereby making the display module always face the user, thereby improving the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

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[0029] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of a flip-type timer according to one embodiment.

[0030] Figure 2 For Figure 1 A partial structural diagram of a flip timer is shown.

[0031] Figure 3 For Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a partial structure of a flip timer in one direction is shown.

[0032] Figure 4 For Figure 3 A partially exploded structural diagram of a partial structure of a flip timer is shown.

[0033] Figure 5 For Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a partial structure of a flip timer shown in another direction.

[0034] Figure 6 For Figure 5 A partially exploded structural diagram of a partial structure of a flip timer is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the present invention clearer, the technical solution of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0036] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present invention discloses a flip-type timer of one embodiment, including a housing 10 and a rotating assembly 20 disposed in the housing 10 and rotatably connected to the housing 10, and the rotating assembly 20 rotates relative to the housing 10 about a first rotating axis.

[0037] Combination Figure 3 The rotating assembly 20 includes a display module 22 and a counterweight 24. The display module 22 faces one end of the housing 10, and the center of gravity of the rotating assembly 20 does not fall on the first rotating axis.

[0038] The rotating assembly 20 of the flip-type timer of the present invention includes a display module 22 and a counterweight 24. The display module 22 faces one end of the outer shell 10, and the center of gravity of the rotating assembly 20 does not fall on the first rotating axis. Therefore, when the flip-type timer of the present invention is flipped, the rotating assembly 20 will also rotate relative to the outer shell 10, so that the display module 22 set at one end facing the outer shell 10 rotates relative to the outer shell 10, thereby making the display module 22 always face the user, thereby improving the user experience.

[0039] In conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in this embodiment, the display module 22 is a display screen assembly. In other embodiments, the display module 22 can also be other types of display devices.

[0040] With reference to the drawings, in this embodiment, the housing 10 includes a main shell 12 having a receiving cavity 101 and a transparent cover plate 14 covering the receiving cavity 101 .

[0041] The transparent cover plate 14 is located at one end of the housing 10 , so that the transparent cover plate 14 is stacked on the display module 22 .

[0042] In other embodiments, the housing 10 may also adopt other structures.

[0043] Preferably, the flip-type timer flips about the second rotation axis, and the angle between the first rotation axis and the second rotation axis is 0° to 30°.

[0044] It should be noted that when there is a small angle (0° to 30°) between the first rotating axis and the second rotating axis, when the flip-type timer is flipped, the rotating assembly 20 will still rotate relative to the housing 10.

[0045] More preferably, in this embodiment, the flip-type timer flips about the second rotation axis, and the first rotation axis and the second rotation axis are parallel or overlapped.

[0046] Combination Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 6The flip-over timer further comprises a bearing 30 disposed in the housing 10 , and the bearing 30 comprises an outer ring 32 and an inner ring 34 which are rotatably connected.

[0047] With reference to the drawings, in this embodiment, the outer ring 32 is connected to the housing 10 , and the inner ring 34 is connected to the rotating assembly 20 .

[0048] Specifically, in this embodiment, the display module 22 , the inner ring 34 and the counterweight 24 are stacked in sequence.

[0049] Preferably, in this embodiment, the weight of the display module 22 matches the weight of the counterweight 24 .

[0050] The weight of the display module 22 matches the weight of the counterweight 24 , so that the weights on both sides of the bearing 30 are substantially consistent, thereby improving the overall stability and the service life of the bearing 30 .

[0051] Preferably, in this embodiment, the flip-type timer further includes a circuit board (not shown in the figure) and a conductive ring (not shown in the figure) electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0052] It should be pointed out that, in order to achieve convenient use, the flip timer also includes a rechargeable battery electrically connected to the circuit board and a charging interface electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0053] In conjunction with the drawings, the rotating assembly 20 further includes a conductive member 26 away from the display module 22. The conductive member 26 is electrically connected to the display module 22 and abuts against the conductive ring. When the rotating assembly 20 rotates relative to the housing 10, the conductive member 26 slides along the conductive ring.

[0054] With such a structural arrangement, when the rotating assembly 20 rotates relative to the housing 10 , the electrical connection between the display module 22 and the circuit board can still be ensured.

[0055] Specifically, the conductive member 26 is electrically connected to the display module 22 via a wire.

[0056] Particularly, the rotating assembly 20 further includes a hollow tube, and the wire passes through the hollow tube to electrically connect the conductive member 26 and the display module 22 .

[0057] Generally speaking, the conductive ring can be a metal ring.

[0058] In conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in this embodiment, the conductive ring is disposed on a plate-like structure 50 and then electrically connected to the circuit board through a wire. In other embodiments, the conductive ring can also be directly disposed on the circuit board and electrically connected through a wire or welding.

[0059] In this embodiment, there are four conductive members 26 and the conductive rings may be two or four circular rings.

[0060] Preferably, in this embodiment, the conductive member 26 is a spring or spring probe connector, and the conductive member 26 elastically abuts against the conductive ring.

[0061] Specifically, in this embodiment, the conductive member 26 is a pogo pin connector.

[0062] Preferably, in combination with the accompanying drawings, in this embodiment, the inner wall of the housing 10 is also provided with a magnetic member 60. When the flip timer is flipped to a preset position, the magnetic member 60 is magnetically connected to the rotating component 20, thereby realizing the rotational positioning of the rotating component 20.

[0063] More preferably, in this embodiment, when the magnetic member 60 is magnetically connected to the rotating assembly 20 , a gap is formed between the magnetic member 60 and the rotating assembly 20 .

[0064] In order to ensure that the rotating assembly 20 can rotate relative to the housing 10 , the magnetic attraction member 60 cannot be in direct contact with the rotating assembly 20 , and a gap needs to be formed to reduce the magnetic attraction force.

[0065] Preferably, in the present embodiment, the flip-type timer further includes a first mounting bracket 70 , the outer ring 32 is mounted in the housing 10 via the first mounting bracket 70 , and the magnetic attraction member 60 is disposed on the first mounting bracket 70 .

[0066] Specifically, the first mounting bracket 70 may be fixed in the housing 10 by screws.

[0067] Preferably, in this embodiment, the housing 10 is in the shape of a polygonal column, and each side of the housing 10 is provided with a corresponding magnetic attraction component 60 .

[0068] Preferably, in this embodiment, the counterweight 24 is magnetically connected to the magnetic element 60 .

[0069] Specifically, in this embodiment, the side wall of the counterweight 24 protrudes outward to form a magnetic attraction portion 28 that is magnetically connected to the magnetic attraction member 60 .

[0070] In conjunction with the drawings, in this embodiment, the flip timer also includes a second mounting bracket 80, which is provided with a mounting groove 801 matching the counterweight 24, and the side wall of the mounting groove 801 is provided with a notch 802, and the magnetic attraction part 28 is arranged at the notch 802 so as to be exposed outside.

[0071] When the flip-type timer is flipped to the preset position, the magnetic member 60 is magnetically connected to the magnetic portion 28 .

[0072] It should be noted that at least one of the magnetic attraction member 60 and the magnetic attraction portion 28 is a magnet.

[0073] In other embodiments, the rotating assembly 20 may also include a magnetically attracted matching component that is magnetically attracted to the magnetic component 60 .

[0074] It should be noted that at least one of the magnetic attraction component 60 and the magnetic attraction matching component is a magnet.

[0075] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate positions or positional relationships based on the positions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limitations on the embodiments of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0076] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0077] In the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the first feature being "above" or "below" the second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, the first feature being "above", "above" and "above" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. The first feature being "below", "below" and "below" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0078] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiment of the present invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art may combine and combine the different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of the different embodiments or examples, without contradiction.

[0079] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A flip timer, It is characterized in that It comprises a housing and a rotating assembly disposed in the housing and rotatably connected to the housing, wherein the rotating assembly rotates relative to the housing about a first rotating axis; The rotating assembly includes a display module and a counterweight, the display module faces one end of the housing, and the center of gravity of the rotating assembly does not fall on the first rotating shaft.

2. The flip timer according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The flip-type timer flips about a second rotation axis, and the included angle between the first rotation axis and the second rotation axis is 0° to 30°.

3. The flip timer according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The flip-type timer flips around a second rotation axis, and the first rotation axis and the second rotation axis are parallel or coincident.

4. The flip timer according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The flip-type timer also includes a bearing disposed in the housing, the bearing including an outer ring and an inner ring rotatably connected; The outer ring is connected to the outer shell, and the inner ring is connected to the rotating assembly.

5. The flip timer according to claim 4, It is characterized in that The display module, the inner ring and the counterweight are stacked in sequence.

6. The flip timer according to claim 5, It is characterized in that The weight of the display module matches the weight of the counterweight.

7. The flip timer according to claim 5, It is characterized in that The flip-over timer also includes a circuit board and a conductive ring electrically connected to the circuit board; The rotating assembly also includes a conductive member arranged on a side of the inner ring away from the display module, the conductive member is electrically connected to the display module, and the conductive member abuts against the conductive ring. When the rotating assembly rotates relative to the housing, the conductive member slides along the conductive ring.

8. The flip timer according to claim 7, It is characterized in that The conductive member is a spring sheet or a spring probe connector, and the conductive member elastically abuts against the conductive ring.

9. The flip timer according to any one of claims 4 to 8, It is characterized in that The inner wall of the shell is also provided with a magnetic attraction part. When the flip-type timer is flipped to a preset position, the magnetic attraction part is magnetically connected to the rotating component, thereby realizing the rotation positioning of the rotating component.

10. The flip timer according to claim 9, It is characterized in that When the magnetic attraction member is magnetically connected to the rotating assembly, a gap is formed between the magnetic attraction member and the rotating assembly.

11. The flip timer according to claim 10, It is characterized in that The shell is in the shape of a polygonal column, and each side of the shell is correspondingly provided with a magnetic attraction component.

12. The flip timer according to claim 11, It is characterized in that The flip-type timer also includes a first mounting bracket, the outer ring is mounted in the housing through the first mounting bracket, and the magnetic attraction member is arranged on the first mounting bracket.

13. The flip timer according to claim 9, It is characterized in that The rotating assembly includes a magnetically attracted matching piece that is magnetically attracted to the magnetically attracted piece.

14. The flip timer according to claim 9, It is characterized in that The counterweight is magnetically connected to the magnetic element.

15. The flip timer according to claim 14, It is characterized in that The side wall of the counterweight protrudes outward to form a magnetic attraction portion that is magnetically connected to the magnetic attraction member.

16. The flip timer according to claim 15, It is characterized in that The flip-type timer further includes a second mounting bracket, the second mounting bracket is provided with a mounting groove matching the counterweight, and a side wall of the mounting groove is provided with a notch, and the magnetic attraction portion is arranged at the notch so as to be exposed outside; When the flip-type timer is flipped to the preset position, the magnetic attraction member is magnetically connected to the magnetic attraction portion.

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