Box intelligent electric control lock of server upper cover, control system and method

Abstract

The invention relates to the field of servers, in particular to an intelligent electric control lock, control system and method for a box of an upper cover of a server, which comprises an upper cover main body, an electric control lock mechanism, a control module, a power supply module, a U-shaped metal plate and a sheet metal part, the electric lock mechanism is connected with the upper cover main body through the sheet metal part, and the control module is connected with the upper cover main body through the sheet metal part. The power supply module is connected with the upper cover main body through the U-shaped metal plate, the U-shaped metal plate is arranged on the upper cover main body and is connected with the power supply module, the sheet metal part is arranged on the upper cover main body and is connected with the electric control lock mechanism and the control module, and the lock can be unlocked through fingerprint identification, password input or mobile phone APP Bluetooth connection in the control module. And the unlocking safety and convenience are improved through multiple control modes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of servers, and in particular to an intelligent electric-controlled lock, a control system and a method for a box on a server cover. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of information technology, servers are increasingly used in various fields. The security of the server chassis is crucial to protecting the data and hardware devices in the server. Traditional server chassis covers are usually locked with mechanical locks, which are easy to crack and inconvenient to operate.

[0003] In the prior art, electric locks are usually used. Electric locks rely on electric energy to drive mechanical structures such as lock cylinders to complete the unlocking action. When receiving the corresponding electrical signal, the control circuit will process the signal and start actuators such as motors or electromagnets, thereby driving components such as lock tongues to move to achieve unlocking. When the power is off or a locking signal is received, the lock tongue is reset to complete the locking operation.

[0004] However, existing electric locks often rely on only a single authentication method, and do not have multiple authentication methods to unlock the lock body, thereby reducing the security and convenience of unlocking under a single control method. Summary of the invention

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an intelligent electric lock, control system and method for a server cover box, aiming to solve the problem that existing electric locks often rely on only a single authentication method and do not have multiple authentication means to unlock the lock body, thereby reducing the safety and convenience of unlocking under a single control method.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention provides an intelligent electric lock, control system and method for a server box cover, including an upper cover body, an electric lock mechanism, a control module, a power module, a U-shaped sheet metal and a sheet metal part, the electric lock mechanism is connected to the upper cover body through the sheet metal part, the control module is connected to the upper cover body through the sheet metal part, the power module is connected to the upper cover body through the U-shaped sheet metal, the U-shaped sheet metal is arranged on the upper cover body and connected to the power module, and the sheet metal part is arranged on the upper cover body and connected to the electric lock mechanism and the control module.

[0007] Wherein, the intelligent electric lock of the server box cover also includes a limit pin, and the limit pin is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body.

[0008] Among them, the intelligent electric control lock of the server box also includes a hanging nail and a positioning column. The hanging nail is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body; the positioning column is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on the side of the upper cover body away from the hanging nail.

[0009] Among them, the intelligent electric lock of the server box cover also includes an acrylic plate and an anti-slip pad. The acrylic plate is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body; the anti-slip pad is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body.

[0010] Wherein, the power module includes a bracket and a battery box, the bracket is connected to the U-shaped sheet metal, and the battery box is arranged on the bracket.

[0011] A server box intelligent electric lock control system includes an upper cover body, an electric lock mechanism, a control module and a power module, wherein the electric lock mechanism is connected to the upper cover body, the control module is connected to the upper cover body, and the power module is connected to the upper cover body.

[0012] The upper cover body is used to connect and fix the upper cover on the server chassis to protect the internal components of the server;

[0013] The electric control lock mechanism is used for unlocking and locking operations;

[0014] The control module is used to input and process and analyze user information, transmit data information, and monitor the status of the chassis cover;

[0015] The power module is used to provide a stable power supply for the electric control lock cover.

[0016] The control module includes a control panel, a sensor unit, a microcontroller and a communication unit, wherein the control panel is connected to the upper cover body, the sensor unit is connected to the control panel, the microcontroller is connected to the control panel and the sensor unit respectively, and the communication unit is connected to the microcontroller;

[0017] The control panel is used to receive information input by the user and transmit it to the microcontroller;

[0018] The sensor unit is used to continuously monitor the position of the chassis cover and the pressure on the chassis cover, and transmit the monitoring data;

[0019] The microcontroller is used to receive the unlocking information from the control panel and the monitoring data sent by the sensor unit, and process and analyze the data information, and verify the unlocking information input by the user;

[0020] The communication unit is used to receive the data sent by the microcontroller and convert it into Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signals for transmission.

[0021] A method for controlling an intelligent electric lock of a server cover, comprising the following steps:

[0022] The user places a finger on the control panel or enters a password to start the unlocking operation;

[0023] The control panel receives information input by the user and transmits it to the microcontroller;

[0024] The sensor unit continuously monitors the position of the chassis cover and the pressure on the chassis cover, and transmits the monitoring data;

[0025] The microcontroller receives the unlocking information from the control panel and the monitoring data sent by the sensor unit, processes and analyzes the data information, and verifies the unlocking information input by the user;

[0026] The microcontroller sends the data to the communication unit, and the communication unit converts the data into a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signal for transmission. The remote control terminal or server management system receives the signal and performs analysis and processing.

[0027] The present invention provides an intelligent electric lock, control system and method for a server upper cover. When the upper cover body is installed on the chassis, the electric lock mechanism is engaged with the lock buckle by pushing the upper cover body forward to achieve locking. To unlock, a correct signal instruction is first input into the control module, and the lock buckle is bounced open by the lock hook of the electric lock mechanism. Then, the upper cover body is pushed backward to achieve unlocking, thereby achieving unlocking by fingerprint recognition, password input or mobile phone APP Bluetooth connection in the control module, and improving the safety and convenience of unlocking through multiple control methods. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] 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.

[0029] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the intelligent electric lock for the server cover according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the upper cover body of the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 3 It is an exploded view of the intelligent electric lock for the server cover according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure of the sheet metal component of the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of a power module according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of a server box intelligent electric lock control system according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 7 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a control module according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 8 It is a flowchart of the steps of the method for controlling the intelligent electric lock of the server cover box according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] In the figure: 101-upper cover body, 102-electric lock mechanism, 103-control module, 104-power module, 105-U-shaped sheet metal, 106-sheet metal part, 107-limit pin, 108-hanging nail, 109-positioning column, 110-acrylic plate, 111-anti-slip pad, 112-bracket, 113-battery box, 114-control panel, 115-sensor unit, 116-microcontroller, 117-communication unit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0039] The first embodiment of the present application is:

[0040] See also Figures 1 to 5 ,in Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the intelligent electric lock for the server cover according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the upper cover body of the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 It is an exploded view of the intelligent electric lock for the server cover according to the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the structure of the sheet metal component of the first embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of a power module according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] The present invention provides a smart electric lock for a server cover: including an upper cover body 101, an electric lock mechanism 102, a control module 103, a power module 104, a U-shaped sheet metal 105, a sheet metal part 106, a limit pin 107, a nail 108, a positioning column 109, an acrylic plate 110 and an anti-slip pad 111, wherein the power module 104 includes a bracket 112 and a battery box 113. The above solution solves the problem that the existing electric locks often rely on only a single authentication method, and there are no multiple authentication means to unlock the lock body, thereby reducing the safety and convenience of unlocking under a single control method. It can be understood that the above solution can be used in the case where multiple authentication means are required to unlock the lock body.

[0042] In this embodiment, the upper cover body 101 is made of high-strength material to ensure sufficient strength and protection performance. The electric lock mechanism 102 is installed between the upper cover body 101 and the box body, and has a manual unlocking function for emergency processing. It has a built-in signal detection element, which is turned on when locked and disconnected when unlocked, thereby realizing unlocking and locking operations. The control module 103 can process the received information data and control the electric lock mechanism 102. The control system of the overall architecture, the power module 104 can provide a stable power supply for the electric lock cover, and also has a low power consumption mode to extend battery life or reduce energy consumption.

[0043] The electric lock mechanism is connected to the upper cover body 101 through the sheet metal 106, the control module 103 is connected to the upper cover body 101 through the sheet metal 106, the power module 104 is connected to the upper cover body 101 through the U-shaped sheet metal 105, the U-shaped sheet metal 105 is arranged on the upper cover body 101 and connected to the power module 104, the sheet metal 106 is arranged on the upper cover body 101, and is connected to the electric control lock mechanism 102 and the control module 103, the limit The positioning pin 107 is arranged on the upper cover body 101 and is located on one side of the upper cover body 101. The hanging nail 108 is arranged on the upper cover body 101 and is located on one side of the upper cover body 101. The positioning column 109 is arranged on the upper cover body 101 and is located on a side of the upper cover body 101 away from the hanging nail 108. The acrylic plate 110 is arranged on the upper cover body 101 and is located on one side of the upper cover body 101. The anti-slip pad 111 is arranged on the upper cover body 101 and is located on the side of the upper cover body 101. On one side of the upper cover body 101, the upper cover body 101 is located on the top of the server chassis to protect the internal components of the server. The upper cover body 101 is made of high-strength zinc alloy material and has good protection and corrosion resistance. Ten limit pins 107 are set on both sides, and limit slide grooves are set at corresponding positions of the chassis body. The limit pins 107 can slide in the slide groove during the opening or closing process of the upper cover body 101 to prevent the two sides of the upper cover body 101 from directly contacting the box body when unlocking, thereby avoiding scratches and wear. A hanging nail 108 is set at the front end of the upper cover body 101 for fixing the front end. Two positioning columns 109 are riveted at the rear end of the upper cover body 101 for positioning the rear end. A hole is opened at the rear end of the upper cover body 101 and a piece of U-shaped sheet metal 105 is riveted to fix the power module 104. The acrylic plate 110 with silk-screen numbers is attached in the middle of the upper cover body 101 for unlocking and inputting a password. The sheet metal part 106 is connected in the middle of the upper cover body 101 for fixing the electric lock mechanism 102 and the control module 103. Rubber anti-skid pads 111 are also attached to both sides of the upper cover body 101 to help open or close the upper cover body 101. The electric lock mechanism 102 is installed inside the upper cover body 101 of the chassis, and has a manual unlocking function for emergency handling. It also has a lock hook that can withstand a pulling force of 150kg without causing obvious permanent deformation, and has shockproof and anti-pry properties. The electric lock mechanism 102 has an operating current of 1.5-2A and a voltage of DC 5-48V. It has a built-in signal detection element that is turned on when locked and disconnected when unlocked, thereby realizing unlocking and locking operations.

[0044] For further information, see Figure 4The control module 103 is installed on a plastic part, and then fixed to the sheet metal part 106 together with the electric lock mechanism 102, and they are locked by 4 screws and 3 screws respectively. The control module 103 and the electric lock mechanism 102 form a module on the sheet metal part 106, and the whole module is fixed inside the upper cover body 101 by 4 screws.

[0045] For further information, see Figure 5 The bracket 112 is connected to the U-shaped sheet metal 105, and the battery box 113 is arranged on the bracket 112. The bracket 112 is installed at the inner rear end of the upper cover body 101. An opening is arranged at the rear end of the upper cover of the chassis. The bracket 112 and its battery box 113 are pushed in and installed from the rear end of the upper cover body 101, and are fixed to the U-shaped sheet metal 105 by two screws, so that the power battery can be disassembled and replaced without opening the upper cover of the chassis, thereby protecting the equipment in the chassis. The battery is fixed in series through the battery box 113 seat compartment. The power supply output end of the battery box 113 is a PH2.0 plug line, which corresponds to the connection port of the control circuit board, thereby providing a stable power supply for the electric control lock upper cover, and at the same time has a low power consumption mode to extend battery life or reduce energy consumption.

[0046] When the upper cover body 101 is installed on the chassis using the intelligent electric lock of the upper cover of the server machine implemented in the present invention, the upper cover body 101 is pushed forward to make the electric lock mechanism 102 engage with the lock buckle to achieve locking. To unlock, first input the correct signal command to the control module 103, the lock buckle will be bounced open by the lock hook of the electric lock mechanism 102, and then push the upper cover body 101 backward to achieve unlocking. The lock is unlocked by performing fingerprint recognition, password input and mobile phone APP Bluetooth connection in the control module 103, and a variety of control methods are used to improve the safety and convenience of unlocking.

[0047] The second embodiment of the present application is:

[0048] Based on the first embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 , Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of a server box intelligent electric lock control system according to a second embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a control module according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] The present invention provides a server box intelligent electric lock control system including a cover body 101, an electric lock mechanism 102, a control module 103 and a power module 104. The control module 103 includes a control panel 114, a sensor unit 115, a microcontroller 116 and a communication unit 117.

[0050] The electric control lock mechanism 102 is connected to the upper cover body 101, the control module 103 is connected to the upper cover body 101, and the power module 104 is connected to the upper cover body 101.

[0051] The upper cover body 101 is used to connect and fix the upper cover on the server chassis to protect the internal components of the server;

[0052] The electric lock mechanism 102 is used for unlocking and locking operations;

[0053] The control module 103 is used to input and process the user's information, transmit the data information, and monitor the status of the chassis cover;

[0054] The power module 104 is used to provide a stable power supply for the electric control lock cover.

[0055] The upper cover body 101 is made of high-strength material to ensure sufficient strength and protection performance. The electric lock mechanism 102 is installed between the upper cover body 101 and the box body, and has the function of manual unlocking for emergency treatment. The built-in signal detection element is turned on when locked and disconnected when unlocked, realizing unlocking and locking operations. The control module 103 processes the received information data, and unlocks the lock by fingerprint recognition, password input and mobile phone APP Bluetooth connection in the control module 103. Through a variety of control methods to improve the safety and convenience of unlocking, the electric lock mechanism 102 is controlled, and the control system of the overall architecture is controlled. The power module 104 provides a stable power supply for the electric lock cover, and also has a low power consumption mode to extend battery life or reduce energy consumption.

[0056] Further, the control panel 114 is connected to the upper cover body 101, the sensor unit 115 is connected to the control panel 114, the microcontroller 116 is connected to the control panel 114 and the sensor unit 115 respectively, and the communication unit 117 is connected to the microcontroller 116;

[0057] The control panel 114 is used to receive information input by the user and transmit it to the microcontroller 116;

[0058] The sensor unit 115 is used to continuously monitor the position of the chassis cover and the pressure on the chassis cover, and transmit the monitoring data;

[0059] The microcontroller 116 is used to receive the unlocking information from the control panel 114 and the monitoring data sent by the sensor unit 115, and process and analyze the data information, and verify the unlocking information input by the user;

[0060] The communication unit 117 is used to receive data sent by the microcontroller 116 and convert it into Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signals for transmission.

[0061] The user places a finger on the control panel 114 or enters a password to start the unlocking operation. The control panel 114 receives the information input by the user and transmits it to the microcontroller 116. After receiving the unlocking information from the control panel 114, the microcontroller 116 starts processing. The sensor unit 115 is composed of a position sensor and a pressure sensor. The position sensor continuously monitors the position of the chassis cover. When the chassis cover is opened or closed, the position sensor generates a corresponding electrical signal change. The position sensor transmits the electrical signal to the microcontroller 116, and the microcontroller 116 determines the position state of the chassis cover according to the signal. The pressure sensor monitors the pressure on the chassis cover. When an external force acts on the chassis cover, the pressure sensor detects the pressure change. The pressure sensor transmits the pressure data to the microcontroller 116, and the microcontroller 116 determines whether there is an abnormal pressure situation. The microcontroller 116 queries the sensor unit 115 to obtain the current position and status information of the chassis cover. If the position sensor detects that the chassis cover is in a closed state and the pressure sensor does not detect abnormal pressure, the next step is continued. If the position sensor detects that the chassis cover is in an open state or the pressure sensor detects abnormal pressure, a prompt message is sent to the control panel 114 to inform the user that the current state is not suitable for unlocking. The microcontroller 116 verifies according to the unlocking information input by the user. If the password or fingerprint is correct, the microcontroller 116 sends an unlocking instruction to the electric lock mechanism 102. If the password or fingerprint is wrong, the microcontroller 116 sends an error prompt message to the control panel 114, requiring the user to re-enter. When the device needs to communicate with the server management system or the remote control terminal, the communication unit 117 is started. If a wired communication method (such as Ethernet) is used, the communication unit 117 transmits data to the server management system through a physical connection. The microcontroller 116 packages data such as device status information and operation records and sends them to the communication unit 117. The communication unit 117 converts the data into a format that complies with the Ethernet protocol and transmits it to the server management system through the network. If a wireless communication method (such as Wi-Fi or Bluetooth) is used, the communication unit 117 is paired with the corresponding network or device. The microcontroller 116 sends the data to the communication unit 117, which converts the data into Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signals for transmission. The remote control terminal or server management system receives the signal and performs analysis and processing.

[0062] The third embodiment of the present application is:

[0063] Based on the second embodiment, please refer to Figure 7 , Figure 7 It is a flowchart of the steps of the method for controlling the intelligent electric lock of the server cover box according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0064] A method for controlling an intelligent electric lock of a server cover in this embodiment includes the following steps:

[0065] S201: The user places a finger on the control panel 114 or enters a password to start an unlocking operation;

[0066] S202: The control panel 114 receives information input by the user and transmits it to the microcontroller 116;

[0067] S203: The sensor unit 115 continuously monitors the position of the chassis cover and the pressure on the chassis cover, and transmits the monitoring data;

[0068] S204: The microcontroller 116 receives the unlocking information from the control panel 114 and the monitoring data sent by the sensor unit 115, processes and analyzes the data information, and verifies the unlocking information input by the user;

[0069] S205: The microcontroller 116 sends the data to the communication unit 117, and the communication unit 117 converts it into a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signal for transmission. The remote control terminal or server management system parses and processes the received signal.

[0070] What is disclosed above is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and it certainly cannot be used to limit the scope of rights of the present invention. Ordinary technicians in this field can understand that all or part of the processes of the above embodiment and equivalent changes made according to the claims of the present invention still fall within the scope of the invention.

Claims

1. An intelligent electric lock for a server cover, characterized in that: It includes an upper cover body, an electric lock mechanism, a control module, a power module, a U-shaped sheet metal and a sheet metal part. The electric lock mechanism is connected to the upper cover body through the sheet metal part, the control module is connected to the upper cover body through the sheet metal part, the power module is connected to the upper cover body through the U-shaped sheet metal, the U-shaped sheet metal is arranged on the upper cover body and connected to the power module, and the sheet metal part is arranged on the upper cover body and connected to the electric lock mechanism and the control module.

2. The intelligent electric lock for the server cover as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent electric lock of the server upper cover also includes a limit pin, which is arranged on the upper cover body and located on one side of the upper cover body.

3. The intelligent electric lock for the server cover as claimed in claim 2, characterized in that: The intelligent electric lock of the server box cover also includes a hanging nail and a positioning column. The hanging nail is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body; the positioning column is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on the side of the upper cover body away from the hanging nail.

4. The intelligent electric lock, control system and method for the server cover as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that: The intelligent electric lock of the server box cover also includes an acrylic plate and an anti-skid pad. The acrylic plate is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body; the anti-skid pad is arranged on the upper cover body and is located on one side of the upper cover body.

5. The intelligent electric lock for the server cover as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The power module includes a bracket and a battery box. The bracket is connected to the U-shaped sheet metal, and the battery box is arranged on the bracket.

6. A server cover box intelligent electric control lock control system, suitable for the server cover box intelligent electric control lock as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: It includes an upper cover body, an electric control lock mechanism, a control module and a power module, wherein the electric control lock mechanism is connected to the upper cover body, the control module is connected to the upper cover body, and the power module is connected to the upper cover body. The upper cover body is used to connect and fix the upper cover on the server chassis to protect the internal components of the server; The electric control lock mechanism is used for unlocking and locking operations; The control module is used to input and process and analyze user information, transmit data information, and monitor the status of the chassis cover; The power module is used to provide a stable power supply for the electric control lock cover.

7. The intelligent electric lock control system for the server cover as claimed in claim 6, characterized in that: The control module includes a control panel, a sensor unit, a microcontroller and a communication unit, wherein the control panel is connected to the upper cover body, the sensor unit is connected to the control panel, the microcontroller is connected to the control panel and the sensor unit respectively, and the communication unit is connected to the microcontroller; The control panel is used to receive information input by the user and transmit it to the microcontroller; The sensor unit is used to continuously monitor the position of the chassis cover and the pressure on the chassis cover, and transmit the monitoring data; The microcontroller is used to receive the unlocking information from the control panel and the monitoring data sent by the sensor unit, and process and analyze the data information, and verify the unlocking information input by the user; The communication unit is used to receive the data sent by the microcontroller and convert it into Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signals for transmission.

8. A method for controlling an intelligent electric lock of a server cover, applicable to the intelligent electric lock control system of a server cover as claimed in any one of claims 6 to 7, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: The user places a finger on the control panel or enters a password to start the unlocking operation; The control panel receives information input by the user and transmits it to the microcontroller; The sensor unit continuously monitors the position of the chassis cover and the pressure on the chassis cover, and transmits the monitoring data; The microcontroller receives the unlocking information from the control panel and the monitoring data sent by the sensor unit, processes and analyzes the data information, and verifies the unlocking information input by the user; The microcontroller sends the data to the communication unit, and the communication unit converts the data into a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth signal for transmission. The remote control terminal or server management system receives the signal and performs analysis and processing.

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