Full-automatic clutching intelligent lock and control method

Abstract

The application discloses a full-automatic clutching intelligent lock and a control method. The full-automatic clutching intelligent lock comprises a cover plate assembly, a motor assembly, a clutching assembly, a transmission assembly, a lock bolt assembly, a lock cylinder assembly and a dialing assembly. The motor assembly is arranged on the cover plate assembly. The clutching assembly is connected with the motor assembly. The transmission assembly is connected with the clutching assembly and the lock bolt assembly. The lock cylinder assembly is connected with the transmission assembly. The dialing assembly is connected with the transmission assembly and the clutching assembly. When the lock cylinder is used to unlock, the lock cylinder assembly is rotated to drive the transmission assembly to move. The transmission assembly drives the lock bolt assembly to retract and unlock. The transmission assembly drives the dialing assembly to move, so that the clutching assembly is separated from the motor assembly, thereby avoiding driving interference. The application can prevent mechanical motor interference and improve the convenience of mechanical unlocking when the motor does not work.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of smart lock technology, and in particular to a fully automatic clutch smart lock and its control method. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, fully automatic lock bodies with insufficient opening drive force cannot drive the deadbolt or external motor. When the motor is damaged or jammed, a large force is required to unlock or lock the door, making it difficult to unlock the lock body.

[0003] Therefore, existing technologies still need to be improved and developed. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The main purpose of this application is to provide a fully automatic clutch smart lock and control method, which aims to solve the problem in the prior art that when the lock body is damaged or jammed, the user needs to use a lot of force to open and close the lock, making it difficult to unlock.

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides a fully automatic clutch smart lock, wherein the fully automatic clutch smart lock includes a cover plate assembly, a motor assembly, a clutch assembly, a transmission assembly, a lock tongue assembly, a lock cylinder assembly, and a toggle assembly;

[0006] The motor assembly is mounted on the cover plate assembly, the clutch assembly is connected to the motor assembly, the transmission assembly connects the clutch assembly and the latch assembly, the lock cylinder assembly is connected to the transmission assembly, and the actuating assembly is connected to the transmission assembly and the clutch assembly;

[0007] When locking is performed using a rotating shaft method, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to drive the locking tongue assembly to extend and lock.

[0008] When unlocking is performed using the lock cylinder method, the lock cylinder assembly is rotated to drive the transmission assembly to move. The transmission assembly drives the bolt assembly to retract and unlock, and the transmission assembly drives the actuating assembly to move, so that the clutch assembly disengages from the motor assembly to avoid drive interference.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the cover assembly includes a first cover and a waterproof and dustproof switch;

[0010] The waterproof and dustproof switch is installed on the first cover plate and is connected to the clutch assembly. The waterproof and dustproof switch is located on one side of the transmission assembly. When the clutch assembly drives the transmission assembly to move, the waterproof and dustproof switch is triggered.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the transmission assembly includes an active assembly and a passive lever connected to the first cover plate, the passive lever being connected to the latch assembly, and the active assembly being connected to the passive lever.

[0012] The actuation assembly includes a clutch lever and a clutch plate connected together. The clutch plate is connected to the driving assembly, and the clutch lever is connected to the clutch assembly. When the driving assembly rotates, the driving assembly drives the clutch plate to rotate, causing the clutch lever to disengage the clutch assembly from the motor assembly.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the active component includes a connecting shaft, a main gear, and a connecting gear. The connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the first cover plate, and the main gear and the connecting gear are respectively connected to the connecting shaft, with the connecting gear rotatably connected to the main gear.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the clutch assembly includes a rotating element, a first gear, a second gear, a third gear, and an output gear;

[0015] The rotating component is hinged to the first cover plate, the first gear and the third gear are rotatably connected to both ends of the rotating component, the second gear is rotatably connected to the rotating component and connected to the motor assembly, and the output gear is connected to the connecting gear;

[0016] The output gear is connected to either the first gear or the third gear.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the motor assembly includes a drive motor and a drive gear, the drive motor being connected to the drive gear and the drive gear being connected to a second gear.

[0018] In one possible implementation, the main gear has a track groove, the connecting gear has a fixed shaft, and when the connecting gear rotates, the fixed shaft is slidably connected to the track groove; the main gear has an abutment portion, and when the abutment portion rotates clockwise, it triggers the waterproof and dustproof switch.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the clutch lever has a hook portion and the clutch paddle has a recess portion, with the hook portion connected to the recess portion.

[0020] A second aspect of this application provides a control method for a fully automatic clutch smart lock based on any one of the above-described solutions, wherein the control method includes:

[0021] When locking is performed using a rotating shaft, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to extend the latch assembly for locking; when unlocking is performed using a rotating shaft, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to retract the latch assembly for unlocking.

[0022] When the lock cylinder is used for unlocking, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the transmission assembly to move, the transmission assembly drives the bolt assembly to retract and unlock, and the transmission assembly drives the actuating assembly to move, so that the clutch assembly disengages from the motor assembly.

[0023] In one possible implementation, when unlocking is performed using a lock cylinder, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the transmission assembly to move, the transmission assembly causes the bolt assembly to retract and unlock, and the transmission assembly drives the actuating assembly to move, causing the clutch assembly to disengage from the motor assembly, specifically:

[0024] When the lock cylinder is used for unlocking, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the driven lever to move. The driven lever causes the bolt assembly to retract and unlock. The driven lever also drives the main gear to move. The main gear drives the clutch lever to move through the connecting gear, causing the clutch lever to drive the swing member to rotate. This causes the output gear to disengage from the first or third gear to prevent mechanical interference with the motor.

[0025] Beneficial effects: This application provides a fully automatic clutch smart lock and control method. In this smart lock, the clutch component and the toggle component are connected in cooperation. When the motor is not working, the lock cylinder component drives the lock tongue component to retract to unlock. This avoids the transmission component driving the motor component to move through the clutch component, thereby preventing mechanical motor interference and improving the convenience of mechanical unlocking when the motor is not working.

[0026] In addition to the technical problems solved by this application, the technical features constituting the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by the technical features of these technical solutions as described above, other technical problems that can be solved by the fully automatic clutch smart lock and control method provided by this application, other technical features contained in the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by these technical features will be further explained in detail in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram showing the bolt extension state of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the bolt retracted state of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the motor locking mechanism of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0032] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the motor unlocking mechanism of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0033] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the mechanical unlocking mechanism of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a structural diagram of the mechanical locking mechanism of a preferred embodiment of the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a flowchart of a preferred embodiment of the control method for the fully automatic clutch smart lock of this application.

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0037] 10. Cover plate assembly; 20. Motor assembly; 30. Clutch assembly; 40. Transmission assembly; 50. Lock tongue assembly; 60. Lock cylinder assembly; 70. Actuating assembly;

[0038] 11. First cover plate; 12. Waterproof and dustproof switch; 21. Drive motor; 22. Drive gear; 31. Rotating component; 32. First gear; 33. Second gear; 34. Third gear; 35. Output gear; 41. Active component; 411. Connecting shaft; 412. Main gear; 413. Connecting gear; 42. Driven component; 71. Clutch component; 72. Clutch lever.

[0039] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0040] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and effects of this application clearer and more explicit, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0041] To address the problem in the aforementioned related technologies where users need to apply significant force to open and close the lock when the motor is damaged or jammed, making it difficult to unlock, this application provides a fully automatic clutch smart lock and control method. In this smart lock, through the cooperative connection of the clutch component and the actuating component, when the motor is not working, the lock cylinder component drives the bolt component to retract, thereby unlocking the lock. This avoids the transmission component driving the motor component through the clutch component, thus preventing mechanical interference and improving the convenience of mechanical unlocking when the motor is not working. Therefore, this solves the technical problem in the related technologies where users need to apply significant force to open and close the lock when the motor is damaged or jammed, making it difficult to unlock.

[0042] When the motor of the smart lock body of this application is locked, it is difficult to open the door lock manually. This clutch structure can make the motor and manual unlocking relatively independent, so that there will be no interference that would prevent the door from being opened.

[0043] Currently, fully automatic lock bodies rely primarily on the control panel for power. This mechanical structure results in noisy operation and requires significant space in the control panel to house the external power output module. This application allows for an ultra-thin control panel structure, strong lock body compatibility, and compatibility with both handle-type and fully automatic control panels. Furthermore, because the motor is built into the lock body, it operates with low noise when installed on a door and can drive the door's deadbolts, eliminating the need to remove the deadbolts during installation. Additionally, current electronic lock bodies on the market lack waterproof and dustproof features, making them prone to failure during humid weather, leading to numerous problems and a poor user experience.

[0044] The technical solution of this application and how the technical solution of this application solves the above-mentioned technical problems are described in detail below with specific embodiments. The following specific embodiments can be combined with each other, and the same or similar concepts or processes may not be described again in some embodiments.

[0045] like Figure 1As shown in the figure, this application provides a fully automatic clutch smart lock, which includes a cover plate assembly 10, a motor assembly 20, a clutch assembly 30, a transmission assembly 40, a bolt assembly 50, a lock cylinder assembly 60, and an actuating assembly 70. The motor assembly 20 is disposed on the cover plate assembly 10, the clutch assembly 30 is connected to the motor assembly 20, the transmission assembly 40 connects the clutch assembly 30 and the bolt assembly 50, the lock cylinder assembly 60 is connected to the transmission assembly 40, and the actuating assembly 70 is connected to the transmission assembly 40. On component 40 and the clutch component 30; when locking by rotating shaft, the motor component 20 drives the clutch component 30 to move, causing the transmission component 40 to drive the bolt component 50 to extend for locking; when unlocking by locking cylinder, the lock cylinder component 60 is rotated to drive the transmission component 40 to move, the transmission component 40 drives the bolt component 50 to retract for unlocking, and the transmission component 40 drives the actuating component 70 to move, causing the clutch component 30 to disengage from the motor component 20 to avoid driving interference.

[0046] Specifically, Figure 2 This is a structural diagram showing the bolt extended, which is the natural state of the lock body after it is locked. Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the bolt retracted state, which is the natural state of the lock body after unlocking.

[0047] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the lock cylinder only has an unlocking function; the pivot has both locking and unlocking functions.

[0048] See Figure 4 When the motor is locked, the drive motor 21 drives the rotating part 31 (clutch swing arm) to rotate clockwise via the drive gear 22. Figure 4 (Arrow direction), so that the first gear 32 meshes with the output gear 35, the drive gear 22 drives the second gear 33 to rotate clockwise, the second gear 33 drives the first gear 32 to rotate counterclockwise, the first gear 32 drives the output gear 35 to rotate clockwise, and the output gear 35 drives the connecting gear 413 to rotate counterclockwise, which in turn drives the main gear 412 to rotate counterclockwise, driving the driven lever 42 to realize the extension and locking of the latch assembly 50.

[0049] See Figure 5 When the motor is unlocked, the drive motor 21 drives the rotating part 31 (clutch swing arm) to rotate counterclockwise via the drive gear 22. Figure 5(Arrow direction), so that the third gear 34 meshes with the output gear 35, the drive gear 22 drives the second gear 33 to rotate counterclockwise, the second gear 33 drives the third gear 34 to rotate clockwise, the third gear 34 drives the output gear 35 to rotate counterclockwise, and the output gear 35 drives the connecting gear 413 to rotate clockwise, which in turn drives the main gear 412 to rotate clockwise, driving the driven lever 42 to realize the retraction and unlocking of the latch assembly 50.

[0050] See Figure 6 During mechanical unlocking, if the motor is locked, or if the motor is damaged or there is no power after locking, manual unlocking is possible. When the key is inserted into the lock cylinder assembly 60 and the lock cylinder is turned clockwise, the lock cylinder dial drives the driven dial 42 to move counterclockwise, causing the bolt of the bolt assembly 50 to retract and unlock. At the same time, the driven dial 42 drives the main gear 412 to rotate clockwise, which in turn drives the connecting gear 413 to rotate clockwise, causing the clutch lever 72 to rotate clockwise. This, in turn, drives the clutch lever 72 to rotate the clutch lever 71 counterclockwise, causing the clutch lever 71 to... The rotating component 31 (clutch swing arm) rotates counterclockwise (the rotating component 31 is coaxially set with the second gear 33), so that the first gear 32 and the third gear 34 are disengaged from the output gear 35. Thus, the rotation of the output gear 35 driven by the connecting gear 413 will not affect the operation of the motor through the clutch swing arm. Therefore, there is no interference between mechanical opening and motor driving. The motor can be mechanically opened even when it is locked or running. This can solve the problem of opening and closing the motor when it is locked or damaged.

[0051] See Figure 7 When mechanically locked, manual locking is possible in cases where the motor is unlocked, or in situations where the motor is damaged or there is no power after unlocking. When the key is inserted into the lock cylinder assembly 60 and the lock cylinder is turned clockwise, the lock cylinder dial rotates clockwise, causing the driven dial 42 to extend and lock the bolt of the bolt assembly 50. Simultaneously, the driven dial 42 drives the main gear 412 to rotate counterclockwise, which in turn drives the connecting gear 413 to rotate counterclockwise, causing the clutch lever 72 to rotate counterclockwise. This, in turn, drives the clutch lever 72 to rotate the clutch element 71 clockwise. The rotating component 31 (clutch swing arm) rotates clockwise, thereby disengaging the first gear 32 and the third gear 34 from the output gear 35. Thus, the rotation of the output gear 35 driven by the connecting gear 413 will not affect the motor operation through the clutch swing arm. This ensures that there is no interference between mechanical opening and motor drive. The motor can be mechanically locked, whether it is locked or running. This solves the problem of locking or damaging the motor during the locking process. Locking is achieved through the dial, so there is no need to worry about not being able to leave the house because the door is not locked.

[0052] It should be noted that the gears in the clutch assembly 30 (clutch swing arm) have been repositioned. This function helps to use less force when mechanical disengagement is required in the event of motor lock-up or damage, thereby reducing the difficulty of opening and closing the door lock.

[0053] In one embodiment of this application, the cover plate assembly 10 includes a first cover plate 11 and a waterproof and dustproof switch 12; the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 is disposed on the first cover plate 11, the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 is connected to the clutch assembly 30, the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 is disposed on one side of the transmission assembly 40, and when the clutch assembly 30 drives the transmission assembly 40 to move, the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 is triggered.

[0054] The lock body switch of this application uses a waterproof and dustproof switch 12, which can solve the problem of functional failure due to humidity during humid weather or the lock body being unaffected by exposure to dusty environments.

[0055] It should be noted that the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 has a trigger sensing mechanism: The waterproof tactile switch contains a spring-loaded contact. When the switch is pressed, the contact instantly connects the circuit, allowing current to flow. The waterproof and dustproof switch 12 can also be used for signal transmission. After trigger sensing, the switch sends a signal to the control system indicating that the switch has been activated. The waterproof and dustproof switch 12 acts as a control signal in the circuit. By connecting or disconnecting the signal, it can control the opening or closing of electrical equipment and transmit control signals. Due to its special structural design and sealing performance, the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 effectively prevents moisture and dust from entering the switch, thus protecting the circuit and contacts from damage. This protective feature allows the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 to be used in humid or dusty smart lock environments.

[0056] In one embodiment of this application, the transmission assembly 40 includes an active assembly 41 and a driven lever 42 connected to the first cover plate 11. The driven lever 42 is connected to the latch assembly 50, and the active assembly 41 is connected to the driven lever 42. The actuation assembly 70 includes a clutch lever 71 and a clutch paddle 72 connected to each other. The clutch paddle 72 is connected to the active assembly 41, and the clutch lever 71 is connected to the clutch assembly 30. When the active assembly 41 rotates, the active assembly 41 drives the clutch paddle 72 to rotate, causing the clutch lever 71 to disengage the clutch assembly 30 from the motor assembly 20.

[0057] In one embodiment of this application, the active component 41 includes a connecting shaft 411, a main gear 412, and a connecting gear 413. The connecting shaft 411 is rotatably connected to the first cover plate 11. The main gear 412 and the connecting gear 413 are respectively connected to the connecting shaft 411, and the connecting gear 413 is rotatably connected to the main gear 412.

[0058] In one embodiment of this application, the clutch assembly 30 includes a rotating member 31, a first gear 32, a second gear 33, a third gear 34, and an output gear 35; the rotating member 31 is hinged to the first cover plate 11, the first gear 32 and the third gear 34 are respectively rotatably connected to the two ends of the rotating member 31, the second gear 33 is rotatably connected to the rotating member 31 and is connected to the motor assembly 20, and the output gear 35 is connected to the connecting gear 413; the output gear 35 is connected to the first gear 32 or the third gear 34.

[0059] Specifically, after locking and unlocking, the rotating part 31 is in the center position, and neither the first gear 32 nor the third gear 34 meshes with the output gear 35.

[0060] In one embodiment of this application, the motor assembly 20 includes a drive motor 21 and a drive gear 22, wherein the drive motor 21 is connected to the drive gear 22, and the drive gear 22 is connected to the second gear 33.

[0061] In one embodiment of this application, the main gear 412 has a track groove, the connecting gear 413 has a fixed shaft, and when the connecting gear 413 rotates, the fixed shaft is slidably connected to the track groove; the main gear 412 has an abutment portion, and when the abutment portion rotates clockwise, the waterproof and dustproof switch 12 is triggered.

[0062] Specifically, by setting a track groove, the smart lock has a motor pull-back free stroke; by rotating the main gear 412 counterclockwise, the abutting part on the main gear 412 abuts against the switch, thereby triggering the waterproof and dustproof switch 12.

[0063] In one embodiment of this application, see Figure 6 The clutch lever 71 has a hook portion, and the clutch lever 72 has a recessed portion, with the hook portion connected to the recessed portion.

[0064] Specifically, the clutch lever 71, the rotating component 31, and the second gear 33 are coaxially arranged. The end of the clutch lever 71 is a hook. The clutch plate 72, the main gear 412, and the connecting gear 413 are coaxially connected to the connecting shaft 411. The clutch plate 72 drives the clutch lever 71 to rotate, thereby driving the rotating component 31 to rotate. This prevents the gears at both ends of the rotating component 31 from being connected to the output gear 35, thus avoiding interference with the non-working motor when mechanically locking or unlocking. This reduces the force required for the user to turn the lock cylinder assembly 60 and improves the convenience of the smart lock switch.

[0065] Next, referring to the accompanying drawings, a control method for a fully automatic clutch smart lock according to an embodiment of this application is described, such as... Figure 8 As shown, the control method includes:

[0066] In step S101, when locking is performed using a rotating shaft, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to extend the latch assembly for locking; when unlocking is performed using a rotating shaft, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to retract the latch assembly for unlocking.

[0067] In step S102, when unlocking is performed using the lock cylinder method, the lock cylinder assembly is rotated, which drives the transmission assembly to move. The transmission assembly drives the bolt assembly to retract and unlock, and the transmission assembly drives the actuating assembly to move, causing the clutch assembly to disengage from the motor assembly.

[0068] Specifically, when unlocking is performed using the lock cylinder method, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the driven lever to move. The driven lever causes the bolt assembly to retract and unlock. The driven lever also drives the main gear to move. The main gear drives the clutch lever to move through the connecting gear, causing the clutch lever to drive the swing member to rotate. This disengages the output gear from the first or third gear to prevent mechanical interference with the motor.

[0069] The control method for the fully automatic clutch smart lock provided in this application is applied to the aforementioned fully automatic clutch smart lock, thereby achieving all the beneficial effects of the above-mentioned devices.

[0070] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0071] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0072] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0073] It should be noted that, in this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0074] The terms “first,” “second,” “third,” “fourth,” etc. (if present) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a particular order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that embodiments of the application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having,” and any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0075] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0076] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A fully automatic clutch smart lock, characterized in that, The fully automatic clutch smart lock includes a cover plate assembly, a motor assembly, a clutch assembly, a transmission assembly, a bolt assembly, a lock cylinder assembly, and a toggle assembly; The motor assembly is mounted on the cover plate assembly, the clutch assembly is connected to the motor assembly, the transmission assembly connects the clutch assembly and the latch assembly, the lock cylinder assembly is connected to the transmission assembly, and the actuating assembly is connected to the transmission assembly and the clutch assembly; When locking is performed using a rotating shaft method, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to drive the locking tongue assembly to extend and lock. When the lock cylinder is used for unlocking, the lock cylinder assembly is rotated to drive the transmission assembly to move. The transmission assembly drives the bolt assembly to retract and unlock. The transmission assembly also drives the actuating assembly to move, so that the clutch assembly disengages from the motor assembly to avoid drive interference. The cover plate assembly includes a first cover plate and a waterproof and dustproof switch; The waterproof and dustproof switch is installed on the first cover plate and is connected to the clutch assembly. The waterproof and dustproof switch is located on one side of the transmission assembly. When the clutch assembly drives the transmission assembly to move, the waterproof and dustproof switch is triggered. The transmission assembly includes an active assembly and a driven lever connected to the first cover plate. The driven lever is connected to the latch assembly, and the active assembly is connected to the driven lever. The actuation assembly includes a clutch lever and a clutch plate connected together. The clutch plate is connected to the driving assembly, and the clutch lever is connected to the clutch assembly. When the driving assembly rotates, the driving assembly drives the clutch plate to rotate, causing the clutch lever to disengage the clutch assembly from the motor assembly.

2. The fully automatic clutch smart lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The active component includes a connecting shaft, a main gear, and a connecting gear. The connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the first cover plate. The main gear and the connecting gear are respectively connected to the connecting shaft, and the connecting gear is rotatably connected to the main gear.

3. The fully automatic clutch smart lock according to claim 2, characterized in that, The clutch assembly includes a rotating component, a first gear, a second gear, a third gear, and an output gear; The rotating component is hinged to the first cover plate, the first gear and the third gear are rotatably connected to both ends of the rotating component, the second gear is rotatably connected to the rotating component and connected to the motor assembly, and the output gear is connected to the connecting gear; The output gear is connected to either the first gear or the third gear.

4. The fully automatic clutch smart lock according to claim 3, characterized in that, The motor assembly includes a drive motor and a drive gear, the drive motor being connected to the drive gear, and the drive gear being connected to the second gear.

5. The fully automatic clutch smart lock according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main gear has a track groove, and the connecting gear has a fixed shaft. When the connecting gear rotates, the fixed shaft is slidably connected to the track groove. The main gear has an abutment part, and when the abutment part rotates clockwise, it triggers the waterproof and dustproof switch.

6. The fully automatic clutch smart lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clutch lever has a hook portion, and the clutch paddle has a recessed portion, with the hook portion connected to the recessed portion.

7. A control method for a smart lock based on the fully automatic clutch as described in any one of claims 3 to 4, characterized in that, The control method includes: When locking is performed using a rotating shaft, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to extend the latch assembly for locking; when unlocking is performed using a rotating shaft, the motor assembly drives the clutch assembly to move, causing the transmission assembly to retract the latch assembly for unlocking. When the lock cylinder is used for unlocking, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the transmission assembly to move, the transmission assembly drives the bolt assembly to retract and unlock, and the transmission assembly drives the actuating assembly to move, so that the clutch assembly disengages from the motor assembly.

8. The control method for a fully automatic clutch smart lock according to claim 7, characterized in that, When unlocking is performed using a lock cylinder, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the transmission assembly to move. The transmission assembly causes the bolt assembly to retract and unlock, and the transmission assembly also drives the actuating assembly to move, causing the clutch assembly to disengage from the motor assembly. Specifically: When the lock cylinder is used for unlocking, the rotation of the lock cylinder assembly drives the driven lever to move. The driven lever causes the bolt assembly to retract and unlock. The driven lever also drives the main gear to move. The main gear drives the clutch lever to move through the connecting gear, causing the clutch lever to drive the swing member to rotate. This causes the output gear to disengage from the first or third gear to prevent mechanical interference with the motor.

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