Electronic device

Abstract

The application discloses an electronic device. The electronic device comprises a shell comprising an opening; a camera assembly connected to the shell, at least part of the camera assembly extending out of the opening in a first direction, the camera assembly comprising a photosensitive chip, a lens, and a plurality of supports spaced apart in the first direction, the plurality of supports comprising a first support and a second support spaced apart in the first direction, and at least one third support arranged between the first support and the second support, the lens being arranged on the first support, the photosensitive chip being arranged on the second support so that the photosensitive chip can receive light transmitted through the lens, the second support being connected to the shell, and adjacent supports being detachably connected.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic equipment technology, and in particular to an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of electronic devices, users have increasingly higher requirements for the camera functions of electronic devices. In order to meet users' shooting needs, zoom lenses have gradually begun to be used in electronic devices.

[0003] Currently, due to the limitations of electronic devices, the optical zoom range of camera components still needs to be improved. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides an electronic device that can solve the problem of small optical zoom range of camera components in the prior art.

[0005] This application provides an electronic device, including: a housing with an opening; a camera assembly connected to the housing, at least a portion of the camera assembly extending out of the opening along a first direction, the camera assembly including a photosensitive chip, a lens, and a plurality of brackets spaced apart along the first direction, the plurality of brackets including a first bracket and a second bracket spaced apart along the first direction, and at least one third bracket disposed between the first bracket and the second bracket, the lens being disposed on the first bracket, the photosensitive chip being disposed on the second bracket so that the photosensitive chip can receive light transmitted through the lens, the second bracket being connected to the housing, and adjacent brackets being detachably connected.

[0006] Thus, in the electronic device provided in this application embodiment, the electronic device includes an interconnected housing and a camera assembly. The camera assembly includes a photosensitive chip, a lens, and a plurality of brackets spaced apart along a first direction. The brackets include a first bracket, a second bracket, and at least one third bracket disposed between the two. The lens is disposed on the first bracket, and the photosensitive chip is disposed on the second bracket. The second bracket is connected to the housing so that the photosensitive chip can receive light transmitted through the lens. Adjacent brackets are detachably connected to facilitate flexible setting of the number of third brackets. At least a portion of the camera assembly extends out of the opening along the first direction to facilitate the installation and removal of the third brackets, and there is no need to set an additional protective space between the lens and the housing, which helps to improve the utilization rate of the internal space of the device.

[0007] Therefore, in this embodiment of the application, at least a portion of the camera component extends out of the opening in the housing along the first direction. By detachably providing at least one third bracket between the first and second brackets of the camera component, and by adjusting the number of third brackets, the distance between the lens and the photosensitive chip can be changed, thereby enabling the electronic device to obtain a larger optical zoom range and improving the performance of the camera component. Attached Figure Description

[0008] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0009] Figure 1 Schematic diagrams of the structure of electronic devices provided in some embodiments of this application;

[0010] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0011] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Sectional view at point AA;

[0012] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0013] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Sectional view at point BB;

[0014] Figure 6 for Figure 4 Sectional view at CC;

[0015] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0016] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0017] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application;

[0018] Figure 10 This is a simplified structural diagram of the camera component of an electronic device in an extended state according to some embodiments of this application;

[0019] Figure 11 This is a simplified structural diagram of the camera component of an electronic device in a retracted state according to some embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 12 for Figure 9 Enlarged structural diagram at point D;

[0021] Figure 13 for Figure 8 A magnified structural diagram at point E in the middle.

[0022] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0023] 100. Electronic devices;

[0024] 110. Outer shell; 111. Opening;

[0025] 120. Camera assembly; 121. Image sensor; 122. Lens; 123. Bracket; 1231. First bracket; 1232. Second bracket; 1233. Third bracket; 124. Connecting part; 1241. First connector; 1242. Second connector; 1234. Limiting chamber; 125. Adjusting part; 1251. First adjusting member; 1252. Second adjusting member; 126. Elastic seal; 1235. Step groove; 127. Support part; 1271. Support rod; 1272. Support hole; 128. Translucent decorative panel. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The embodiments of this application will now be described in detail. Examples of these embodiments are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0027] The terms "first" and "second" in the specification and claims of this application may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more. Furthermore, "and / or" in the specification and claims indicates at least one of the connected objects, and the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0028] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "middle", "rear", "left", "right", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0029] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 , Figure 1 Schematic diagrams of the structure of electronic devices provided in some embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Sectional view at point AA; Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides an electronic device 100, which includes a housing 110 and a camera assembly 120. The housing 110 includes an opening 111. The camera assembly 120 is connected to the housing 110, and at least a portion of the camera assembly 120 extends out of the opening 111 along a first direction X. The camera assembly 120 includes a photosensitive chip 121, a lens 122, and a plurality of brackets 123 spaced apart along the first direction X. The plurality of brackets 123 includes a first bracket 1231 and a second bracket 1232 spaced apart along the first direction X, and at least one third bracket 1233 disposed between the first bracket 1231 and the second bracket 1232. The lens 122 is disposed on the first bracket 1231, and the photosensitive chip 121 is disposed on the second bracket 1232 so that the photosensitive chip 121 can receive light transmitted through the lens 122. The second bracket 1232 is connected to the housing 110, and adjacent brackets 123 are detachably connected.

[0032] In the electronic device 100 provided in this application embodiment, the electronic device 100 includes an interconnected housing 110 and a camera assembly 120. The camera assembly 120 includes a photosensitive chip 121, a lens 122, and a plurality of brackets 123 spaced apart along a first direction X. Each bracket 123 includes a first bracket 1231, a second bracket 1232, and at least one third bracket 1233 disposed between the two. The lens 122 is disposed on the first bracket 1231, and the photosensitive chip 121 is disposed on the second bracket 1232. The second bracket 1232 is connected to the housing 110 so that the photosensitive chip 121 can receive light transmitted through the lens 122. Adjacent brackets 123 are detachably connected to facilitate flexible setting of the number of third brackets 1233. At least a portion of the camera assembly 120 extends out of the opening 111 along the first direction X to facilitate the installation and removal of the third brackets 1233, and there is no need to set an additional protective space between the lens 122 and the housing, which helps to improve the utilization rate of the internal space of the device. At least a portion of the camera assembly 120 extends out of the opening 111 of the housing 110 along the first direction X. By detachably providing at least one third bracket 1233 between the first bracket 1231 and the second bracket 1232 of the camera assembly 120, and by adjusting the number of third brackets 1233, the distance between the lens 122 and the photosensitive chip 121 is changed, thereby enabling the electronic device 100 to obtain a larger optical zoom range and improve the performance of the camera assembly 120.

[0033] The camera assembly 120 includes a photosensitive chip 121, a lens 122, and a bracket 123. The lens 122 is an optical device used to generate images. The photosensitive chip 121 is disposed opposite to the lens 122. The photosensitive chip 121 is used to receive the light collected by the lens 122 and perform photoelectric conversion to realize the recording function of the camera assembly 120. The photosensitive chip 121 can be a CCD (Charge Coupled Device) or a CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor).

[0034] Multiple brackets 123 are spaced apart along a first direction X, where the first direction X can be the optical axis direction of the camera component 120.

[0035] The brackets 123 are, depending on their positions, a first bracket 1231, a second bracket 1232, and a third bracket 1233. The first bracket 1231 is located at the end of the camera assembly 120 near the housing 110, and the second bracket 1232 is located at the end of the camera assembly 120 away from the housing 110. The first bracket 1231 is at least partially accommodated within an opening, and the camera assembly 120 is connected to the housing 110 of the device via the first bracket 1231. The third bracket 1233 and the second bracket 1232 extend out of the opening to facilitate adjustment of the number of the third brackets 1233. For example, the first bracket 1231 is connected to a decorative panel of the housing 110.

[0036] Depending on the actual optical zoom range requirements, the number of third supports 1233 can be adjusted. By setting more third supports 1233, the distance between the lens 122 and the photosensitive chip 121 can be extended, thereby increasing the optical zoom distance; or by reducing the number of third supports 1233, the distance between the lens 122 and the photosensitive chip 121 can be shortened, thereby reducing the optical zoom distance. For example, the number of third supports 1233 can be 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5, etc.

[0037] Optionally, depending on the actual optical zoom range requirements, the third bracket 1233 may not be provided in the camera assembly 120, and the first bracket 1231 may be connected to the second bracket 1232.

[0038] Optionally, each bracket 123 is provided with a light-transmitting hole along the first direction X, so that external light can pass through the lens 122 and the light-transmitting holes of each bracket 123 to reach the photosensitive chip 121; or, the photosensitive chip 121 is disposed on the side surface of the first bracket 1231 facing the opening, then the first bracket 1231 does not need to be provided with a light-transmitting hole.

[0039] Optionally, each of the second brackets 1232 has the same dimensions to facilitate modular fabrication of the bracket 123. Depending on the performance requirements of the camera assembly 120, the number of second brackets 1232 and their extension dimensions in the first direction X can be adjusted to achieve different performance requirements.

[0040] Optionally, the electronic device 100 includes two or more camera components 120, and the matching housing 110 is provided with two or more openings 111.

[0041] Please see Figure 5 and Figure 6 , Figure 5 for Figure 4 Sectional view at point BB; Figure 6 for Figure 4 Sectional view at point CC.

[0042] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the camera assembly 120 also includes a connecting part 124, which includes a first connector 1241 and a second connector 1242 disposed on adjacent brackets 123. The first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are detachably connected.

[0043] In these embodiments, the camera assembly 120 includes a first connector 1241 and a second connector 1242 disposed on adjacent brackets 123. The adjacent brackets 123 are detachably connected together through the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242, which facilitates the adjustment of the number of brackets 123 while improving the connection reliability between the brackets 123.

[0044] For example, the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are respectively provided as a buckle and a slot on the adjacent bracket 123, and the adjacent bracket 123 are connected by snapping on the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242; or the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are respectively provided as a hook surface and a rough surface on the adjacent bracket 123, and the adjacent bracket 123 are connected by adhesive on the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242; or the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are respectively provided as magnetic components on the adjacent bracket 123, and the adjacent bracket 123 are connected by magnetic attraction on the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242; or the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are respectively provided as an internal thread and an external thread between the adjacent brackets, and the adjacent brackets are connected by thread on the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242.

[0045] Optionally, the connecting part 124 and the bracket 123 are integrally formed to reduce the number of splicing seams between them and improve the overall structural strength of the bracket 123; or the connecting part 124 and the bracket 123 are formed separately and assembled together so that the continued use of the bracket 123 will not be affected when the connecting part 124 is damaged.

[0046] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3 to 6 As shown, on two surfaces of the adjacent brackets 123 that are arranged opposite each other in the first direction X, a first connector 1241 and a second connector 1242 are respectively provided. The first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are magnetic components with opposite polarities.

[0047] In these embodiments, magnetic elements with opposite polarities are respectively provided on two surfaces of adjacent brackets 123 arranged opposite each other in the first direction X, and the adjacent brackets 123 are magnetically connected together to increase the overall size of the camera assembly 120.

[0048] Optionally, the magnetic component can be an electromagnetic coil. By changing the direction and magnitude of the current in the electromagnetic coil, the polarity and magnetic strength of the magnetic component can be changed to facilitate the disassembly of two adjacent brackets 123. Alternatively, the magnetic component can be a permanent magnet. By selecting a suitable type of permanent magnet, the magnetic attraction between adjacent brackets can be controlled, so that the adjacent brackets 123 are stably connected while also facilitating disassembly, and helping to reduce the energy consumption of the camera assembly 120.

[0049] Optionally, multiple magnetic components are spaced apart to ensure a stable connection between the two brackets 123; or the magnetic components are ring-shaped to increase the contact area between the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242, thereby improving the connection reliability of adjacent brackets 123.

[0050] Optionally, two first connectors 1241 are provided at both ends of one third bracket 1233, and two second connectors 1242 are provided at both ends of the other third bracket 1233 to reduce the difficulty of adding the third bracket 1233. The two third brackets 1233 with first connectors 1241 and second connectors 1242 respectively are arranged alternately, and the magnetism of the magnetic components on the first brackets 1231 and second brackets 1232 matches the magnetism of the magnetic components on their adjacent third brackets 1233.

[0051] Optionally, the magnetic component is a permanent magnet. The first connector 1241 extends out of the surface of the bracket 123, and the surface of the other bracket 123 is provided with a groove. The second connector 1242 is disposed at the bottom of the groove. When adjacent brackets 123 are connected, the first bracket 1241 extends into the groove and connects with the second connector 1242. In this way, while the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are magnetically connected, the first connector 1241 plays a supporting role for the bracket 123.

[0052] In other embodiments, such as Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are respectively disposed on the two sides of the third bracket 1233 in the first direction X.

[0053] In these embodiments, the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are respectively disposed on the two sides of the third bracket 1233 in the first direction X, so that each third bracket 1233 can be universal, thereby improving the modularity of the camera assembly 120.

[0054] Two magnetic components with opposite magnetic properties are respectively located at both ends of the third bracket 1233, so that any two third brackets 1233 can be detachably connected, so that users can combine any number of third brackets 1233 according to their needs.

[0055] Optionally, the magnetic field strength of the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 at both ends of the third bracket 1233 is the same, so that each third bracket 1233 is stably connected.

[0056] Optionally, the projections of the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 at both ends of the third bracket 1233 coincide in the first direction X, so as to facilitate the connection of adjacent third brackets 1233.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the bracket 123 is provided with a limiting chamber 1234, and at least part of the connecting part 124 is accommodated in the limiting chamber 1234.

[0058] In these embodiments, the bracket 123 is provided with a limiting chamber 1234, and at least a portion of the connecting portion 124 is accommodated in the limiting chamber 1234, thereby improving the connection reliability between the connecting portion 124 and the bracket 123 and improving the problem that the connecting portion 124 is prone to detaching from the bracket 123.

[0059] Optionally, the connecting part 124 is a magnetic component. During the manufacturing process of the bracket 123, the connecting part 124 is injection molded into the bracket 123 to reduce the risk of the connecting part 124 and the bracket 123 detaching under external force or magnetic attraction.

[0060] Optionally, the connecting part 124 is a magnetic component, and the surface of the bracket 123 is provided with a groove. The limiting chamber 1234 is surrounded by the groove wall, and the connecting part 124 is accommodated in the groove.

[0061] Please see Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 , Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a camera component of an electronic device according to some embodiments of this application.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figures 7 to 9 As shown, the camera assembly 120 also includes an adjustment section 125, which includes a first adjustment member 1251 and a second adjustment member 1252 disposed on adjacent supports 123. The distance between the first adjustment member 1251 and the second adjustment member 1252 is adjustable so that the distance between adjacent supports 123 in the first direction X is adjustable.

[0063] In these embodiments, the camera assembly 120 further includes a first adjusting member 1251 and a second adjusting member 1252 disposed on adjacent supports 123. The distance between the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 is adjustable so that the distance between adjacent supports 123 in the first direction X is adjustable, so that the camera assembly 120 can realize the function of multi-level adjustment.

[0064] The adjustable spacing of adjacent supports 123 in the first direction X means that when the support 123 does not include the third support 1233, the spacing between the first support 1231 and the second support 1232 is adjustable; or when the support 123 includes the third support 1233, the spacing between the first support 1231 and the third support 1233, between adjacent third supports 1233, and between the second support 1232 and the third support 1233 is adjustable.

[0065] For example, the bracket 123 mechanism includes four third brackets 1233, such as Figure 8 As shown, the distance between two adjacent third supports 1233 can be adjusted by one adjustment unit 125 to achieve first-level zoom of the camera assembly 120; the distance between two sets of adjacent third supports 1233 can be adjusted by two adjustment units 125 to achieve second-level zoom of the camera assembly 120, at which point the camera assembly 120 can obtain a larger focal length adjustment range; as shown Figure 9 As shown, the spacing between three adjacent sets of third supports 1233 can be adjusted by three adjustment parts 125 to achieve three-stage zoom of the camera assembly 120, thereby further increasing the focal length adjustment range of the camera assembly 120. When the camera assembly 120 includes at least two adjustment parts 125, any number of adjustment parts 125 can be activated to adjust the focal length adjustment range of the camera assembly 120 according to actual needs.

[0066] Optionally, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are electromagnetic coils respectively disposed on the two supports 123, and the spacing between adjacent supports 123 is adjusted by magnetic force; the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are heating coils and shape memory alloy parts respectively disposed on the two supports 123, and the temperature of the shape memory alloy parts is adjusted by the heating coils to control the deformation of the shape memory alloy parts, and the spacing between adjacent supports 123 is adjusted by the degree of deformation of the shape memory alloy parts; or the position of each support 123 is adjusted by connecting a motor or electric motor to each support 123.

[0067] Please see Figure 10 and Figure 11 , Figure 10 This is a simplified structural diagram of the camera component of an electronic device in an extended state according to some embodiments of this application; Figure 11 This is a simplified structural diagram of the camera component of an electronic device in a retracted state according to some embodiments of this application.

[0068] In some embodiments, such as Figures 7 to 11 As shown, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are electromagnetic coils. The camera assembly 120 includes an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are energized and repel each other, the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242 are separated, and the distance between adjacent brackets 123 is increased. In the retracted state, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are de-energized, and the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242 are connected to each other.

[0069] In these embodiments, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are electromagnetic coils. In the extended state, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are energized and repel each other, and the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242 are separated, so that the adjacent brackets 123 can move relative to each other to realize the zoom function of the camera assembly 120. The electromagnetic coil structure is simple and occupies little space, which helps to improve the reliability of the camera assembly 120 and reduce the overall size of the camera assembly 120. In the retracted state, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are de-energized, and the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242 are connected to each other to make the two adjacent brackets 123 stably connected.

[0070] The first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252, the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242 are respectively disposed on two opposing surfaces of the adjacent bracket 123. The first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are electromagnetic coils, and the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242 are permanent magnets.

[0071] In the extended state, such as Figure 10 As shown, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are energized and repel each other. When the repulsive force between the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 is greater than the magnetic attraction force between the first connecting member 1241 and the second connecting member 1242, the two supports 123 move relative to each other.

[0072] By controlling the current intensity between the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252, the moving distance and moving speed of adjacent supports 123 can be controlled to achieve different zoom requirements.

[0073] Optionally, the first adjusting member 1251 and the first connecting member 1241 are evenly spaced, and the second adjusting member 1252 and the second connecting member 1242 are evenly spaced, so that the force is uniform during the movement of adjacent supports 123. The number of the first adjusting member 1251, the second adjusting member 1252, the first connecting member 1241, and the second connecting member 1242 can be flexibly designed.

[0074] In the contracted state, such as Figure 11 As shown, the first connector 1241 and the second connector 1242 are connected to keep the adjacent brackets 123 stable. The first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are de-energized to reduce the power consumption of the camera assembly 120.

[0075] Optionally, in the retracted state, the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are energized, and the first adjusting member 1251 and the second adjusting member 1252 are connected to each other to improve the connection stability of adjacent supports 123.

[0076] Please see Figure 12 and Figure 13 , Figure 12 for Figure 9 Enlarged structural diagram at point D; Figure 13 for Figure 8 A magnified structural diagram at point E in the middle.

[0077] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the camera assembly 120 also includes an elastic seal 126, which is disposed around adjacent brackets 123. The elastic seal 126 is used to seal adjacent brackets 123. The elastic seal 126 and the brackets 123 are detachably connected and are deformably disposed in the first direction X.

[0078] In these embodiments, the elastic seal 126 is disposed around the adjacent brackets 123. The elastic seal 126 and the brackets 123 are detachably connected to facilitate the disassembly and assembly of the adjacent brackets 123. The elastic seal 126 is deformably disposed in the first direction X to facilitate the movement of the adjacent brackets 123 to achieve zooming of the camera assembly 120. The elastic seal 126 seals the adjacent brackets 123 to prevent external dust and impurities from entering the camera assembly 120 and affecting its performance.

[0079] The elastic seal 126 is a flexible component that can be bent and deformed in the first direction X. For example, the elastic seal 126 is made of silicone, soft plastic, or fiber material.

[0080] In the extended state, the elastic seal 126 extends synchronously; in the contracted state, the elastic seal 126 contracts synchronously. The elastic seal 126 also limits the bracket 123, preventing the brackets 123 from separating from each other due to excessive spacing between adjacent brackets 123.

[0081] Optionally, the elastic seal 126 may be made of a light-shielding material to improve the problem of external light interfering with the camera assembly 120.

[0082] Optionally, one of the third bracket 1233, the first bracket 1231, and the second bracket 1232 has an elastic seal 126 fixedly connected to one end in the first direction X, and the other end is detachably connected to the elastic seal 126 to facilitate the modular fabrication of the bracket 123.

[0083] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, a stepped groove 1235 is formed on the outer peripheral surface of the bracket 123, and the elastic seal 126 is detachably embedded in the stepped groove 1235 at one end in the first direction X.

[0084] In these embodiments, a stepped groove 1235 is formed on the outer peripheral surface of the bracket 123, and one end of the elastic seal 126 in the first direction X is embedded in the stepped groove 1235. When the elastic seal 126 and the bracket 123 are detachable, the sealing reliability of the elastic seal 126 and the bracket 123 is improved. In the contracted state, the stepped grooves 1235 of adjacent brackets 123 surround each other to form a space to accommodate the elastic seal 126, so as to improve the problem that the elastic seal 126 intrudes between the two brackets 123, causing the bracket 123 to be unable to fully contract.

[0085] Specifically, the bracket 123 has a stepped groove 1235 recessed at the outer edge of its end face in the first direction X. The stepped groove 1235 includes a bottom wall and a side wall. A snap-fit ​​structure is formed on the bottom wall, and the elastic seal 126 is directly connected to the snap-fit ​​structure of the bottom wall. The snap-fit ​​structure can be a snap-fit ​​groove or a snap-fit ​​protrusion, etc.

[0086] When transitioning from the extended state to the retracted state, the sidewalls stop the elastic seal 126 to prevent the elastic seal 126 from bending towards the two supports 123. In the retracted state, the two sidewalls abut against each other along the first direction X, forming a space between the two stepped grooves 1235 to accommodate the elastic seal 126.

[0087] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 , Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the camera assembly 120 also includes a support portion 127, which includes a support rod 1271 and a support hole 1272 respectively disposed on an adjacent bracket 123. The support rod 1271 extends along a first direction X, and at least a portion of the support rod 1271 is accommodated in the support hole 1272.

[0088] In these embodiments, the camera assembly 120 also includes a support rod 1271 and a support hole 1272 respectively disposed on adjacent brackets 123. The support rod 1271 extends along the first direction X, and at least a portion of the support rod 1271 is accommodated in the support hole 1272. During the movement of adjacent brackets 123, the support part 127 plays a guiding, limiting and supporting role for the brackets 123. The support part 127 can improve the problem of the brackets 123 shifting during movement, which affects the performance of the camera assembly 120.

[0089] Optionally, support rods 1271 and support holes 1272 are respectively disposed at both ends of the third bracket 1233 in the first direction X, so as to facilitate the modular fabrication of the third bracket 1233 and to facilitate the adjustment of the number of the third brackets 1233. Support rods 1271 are disposed on one of the surfaces of the first bracket 1231 facing the third bracket 1233 and the surface of the second bracket 1232 facing the third bracket 1233, and support holes 1272 are disposed on the other.

[0090] Optionally, a plurality of support rods 1271 or support holes 1272 may be provided at intervals on one side surface of the bracket 123 in the first direction X to improve the stability of the bracket 123 during operation.

[0091] Optionally, the end of the support rod 1271 and the end of the support hole 1272 are engaged, so that the support rod 1271 cannot be completely disengaged from the support hole 1272.

[0092] Optionally, the stiffness of the support rod 1271 is greater than that of the elastic seal 126, and the support rod 1271 can be made of metal to improve the support effect of the support rod 1271.

[0093] In some embodiments, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the camera assembly 120 also includes a light-transmitting decorative plate 128, which is disposed on the first bracket 1231, and the lens 122 is located between the light-transmitting decorative plate 128 and the photosensitive chip 121.

[0094] In these embodiments, the light-transmitting decorative panel 128 is disposed on the first bracket 1231, and the lens 122 is located between the light-transmitting decorative panel 128 and the photosensitive chip 121. External light can enter the lens 122 through the light-transmitting decorative panel 128. The light-transmitting decorative panel 128 plays a protective role for the lens 122, thereby improving the service life of the camera assembly 120.

[0095] The light-transmitting decorative panel 128 and the lens 122 are fixedly connected to the second bracket 1232, and there is no need to reserve an anti-collision gap between the light-transmitting decorative panel 128 and the lens 122, so that the camera assembly 120 has a larger zoom range.

[0096] Optionally, the light-transmitting decorative panel 128 and the second bracket 1232 are integrally formed to improve the structural strength of the second bracket 1232. Alternatively, the light-transmitting decorative panel 128 can be glued or snapped onto the second bracket 1232.

[0097] The electronic devices in this application include, but are not limited to, mobile phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), tablet computers, laptops, televisions, dashcams, and other devices with camera functions.

[0098] The above description is merely a specific implementation of this application. Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, modules, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here. It should be understood that the protection scope of this application is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this application, and these modifications or substitutions should all be covered within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: The outer casing, including openings; A camera assembly, connected to the housing, at least a portion of which extends out of the opening along a first direction, includes a photosensitive chip, a lens, and a plurality of brackets spaced apart along the first direction. The brackets include a first bracket and a second bracket spaced apart along the first direction, and at least one third bracket disposed between the first and second brackets. The lens is disposed on the first bracket, and the photosensitive chip is disposed on the second bracket, enabling the photosensitive chip to receive light transmitted through the lens. The second bracket is connected to the housing, and adjacent brackets are detachably connected. The camera assembly further includes a connecting part, which includes a first connecting member and a second connecting member disposed on adjacent brackets. The first connecting member and the second connecting member are detachably connected. The camera assembly also includes an adjusting part, which includes a first adjusting member and a second adjusting member disposed on adjacent brackets. The distance between the first adjusting member and the second adjusting member is adjustable so that the distance between adjacent brackets in the first direction is adjustable. The first adjusting member and the second adjusting member are electromagnetic coils. The camera assembly includes an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, the first adjusting member and the second adjusting member are energized and repel each other, the first connecting member and the second connecting member separate, and the distance between adjacent brackets increases. In the retracted state, the first adjusting member and the second adjusting member are de-energized, the first connecting member and the second connecting member are connected to each other, and the camera assembly further includes a support portion, the support portion including a support rod and a support hole respectively disposed on adjacent brackets, the support rod extending along the first direction, and at least a portion of the support rod being accommodated in the support hole.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, On two surfaces of the adjacent supports that are arranged opposite each other in the first direction, a first connector and a second connector are respectively provided, and the first connector and the second connector are magnetic components with opposite polarities.

3. The electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connector and the second connector are respectively disposed on the two sides of the third bracket in the first direction.

4. The electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bracket is provided with a limiting chamber, and at least a portion of the connecting part is accommodated within the limiting chamber.

5. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera assembly also includes an elastic seal disposed around adjacent brackets for sealing adjacent brackets. The elastic seal and the brackets are detachably connected and deformable in the first direction.

6. The electronic device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer peripheral surface of the bracket is formed with a stepped groove, and the elastic seal is detachably embedded in the stepped groove at one end in the first direction.

7. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera assembly also includes a light-transmitting decorative panel, which is disposed on the first bracket, and the lens is located between the light-transmitting decorative panel and the photosensitive chip.

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