A custom gateway for tablet computers and its control system

By designing a customized gateway for tablet computers that supports multi-channel rotary switches and touch screen structures, the problem of existing gateways being inconvenient to move and forget in the home use environment is solved, and convenient mobile and efficient use effects are achieved.

CN119788464APending Publication Date: 2025-04-08ZHEJIANG MOORGEN INTELLIGENT TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411961607.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-30
Publication Date
2025-04-08

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Technical Problem

Existing gateways are inconvenient to move in the home environment and are easily forgotten when using tablets, making them difficult to find.

Method used

A customized gateway for tablet computers is designed. Through the set function knob structure with knob components, it supports multiple rotary switches and touch screen structures, which facilitates function selection and operation. At the same time, the voltage is converted into DC through the upper and lower contacts, powered through the Type-C port, and multiple sensors are set on the circuit board to display indoor/outdoor temperature and humidity and ambient light, and actively illuminate the light when someone is approaching.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the convenient movement and use of the gateway, avoids forgetting and difficult-to-find problems, and improves the use effect and convenience through sensors and knobs.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a customized gateway for a tablet computer, comprising a protection frame and a bracket, wherein the tablet computer is mounted on the protection frame; the bracket is fixedly mounted at an 86 bottom box; a charging plug providing power supply and communication functions is fixed on one side of the top of the protection frame, and a charging port of the tablet computer is fixed to the charging plug card; a sound groove is provided on one side of the top of the protection frame, an adsorption strip is provided on the middle of the back of the protection frame, an upper contact is provided on one side of the back of the protection frame, and a connection area is provided on the protection frame, so the device has two use states. When the device is fixed to the bracket, the tablet computer and the protection frame can be combined and fixed with the bracket, and the user can rotate the tablet computer mounted on the wall through a function button on one side. When the device is not fixed to the bracket, the user can directly hold the protection frame and the tablet computer, which is convenient for carrying and operated through a function knob, or the device can be placed in the bracket, which is convenient for next use and avoids loss.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of gateway devices, and in particular to a customized gateway for a tablet computer and a control system thereof. Background Art

[0002] The home network is an information platform for home local area networks that integrates multiple functional networks such as control networks, communication networks, multimedia and data networks. The home gateway is a general term for all gateways in the home network. It is a hub device that connects the operating network and the user's home network. It can be installed in the user's home and plays a vital role in the home network.

[0003] The smart gateway has its own operating system. Most of the services that users can enjoy through the smart gateway are completed by downloading applications from the service platform in the network to the local gateway and installing them. Most of the existing gateways use operation panels to complete operations, but in a home environment, they cannot move with the user and are not convenient enough. Secondly, tablet computers are easily forgotten somewhere and are difficult to find. Summary of the invention

[0004] In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a customized gateway for a tablet computer and a control system thereof. Through the functional knob structure containing a knob component, the function can be adjusted through the multi-way rotary switch at the bottom thereof. The touch screen structure is convenient for users to select functions and rotate left and right. The lower contact and the upper contact convert the AC220V voltage into DC5V direct current, and power the tablet computer through the Type-C port. In addition, multiple sensors arranged on the circuit board can display data according to indoor / outdoor temperature and humidity and ambient light, and actively turn on the light when someone approaches, thereby improving the use effect.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: a customized gateway for a tablet computer, comprising a protection frame and a bracket, wherein the tablet computer is mounted on the protection frame; The bracket is fixedly installed at the 86 bottom box; a charging plug providing power supply and communication functions is fixed to one side of the top of the protection frame, the charging port of the tablet computer is fixed to the charging plug, a sound groove is provided on one side of the top of the protection frame, an adsorption strip is provided in the middle of the back of the protection frame, an upper contact is provided on one side of the back of the protection frame, and a connection area is provided on the protection frame, and the tablet computer is installed at the connection area by gluing.

[0006] The functional knob includes a knob assembly, an upper cover plate mounted on the outer side of the top end of the knob assembly, an outer frame arranged at the bottom end of the upper cover plate, a lower connecting frame mounted on the outer side of the bottom end of the knob assembly and a lower cover plate arranged at the bottom end of the lower connecting frame. The knob assembly includes a knob module, a circuit board, a multi-way rotary switch, a display panel and a display circuit board. The multi-way rotary switch and the display circuit board are electrically connected to the circuit board, and a contact is arranged at the bottom end of the circuit board.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a hollow area is provided in the connection area so that the brand logo of the tablet computer can be revealed therefrom.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a lower contact is arranged in the bracket, and a magnetic strip is arranged in the middle of the bracket. The position of the magnetic strip corresponds to the position of the adsorption strip, and the position of the upper contact corresponds to the position of the lower contact.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the protection frame is provided with a control unit, and the control unit is provided with a charging plug plugged into the tablet computer to achieve power supply and two-way communication; the charging plug is provided with a flexible section for generating deformation to facilitate the plugging and unplugging of the tablet computer.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the control unit is provided with a function knob, a screen and 5 touch buttons, supporting left rotation and right rotation.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the bracket is fixedly connected to the standard 86 bottom box, and the connection method includes snap-on connection, threaded connection or magnetic plug-in connection.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a plurality of magnetic strips or magnetic blocks are arranged on the bracket, and a corresponding area on the back of the protective frame is provided with a plurality of magnetic strips or magnetic blocks cooperating therewith, and the knob can directly control the smart home device in a wireless manner.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, a lower contact corresponding to the upper contact is arranged on the bracket, and a power base is arranged on the back of the bracket, and the power base is inserted into the 86 bottom box.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution of the present invention, the bracket is fixedly connected to the standard 86 bottom box by means of snap-on, threaded or magnetic plug-in connection; a plurality of positioning holes are provided in the middle of the bracket, and the positioning holes are used for fixing the bracket on the wall by screwing.

[0015] A control system of a customized gateway: which specifically includes a detection component, a power supply component, a communication component and a control component: Detection components: including sensors installed on the control unit: proximity sensor, temperature and humidity sensor, ambient light sensor and camera.

[0016] Power supply module: The protection frame and the bracket are connected by upper and lower contacts to achieve power supply and communication; the tablet computer and the control unit are connected by a charging plug to achieve power supply and data exchange; the power base and the 86 bottom box are electrically connected by cables.

[0017] Communication components: contact communication between the protection frame and the bracket; wired connection between the tablet computer and the control unit; data communication between the power base and the 86 base box through the PLC protocol, and the RJ45 network port reserved on the power base to realize the control of the device.

[0018] Control component: There are 5 touch buttons in the middle of the function knob, arranged in a five-pointed star (the icons are lights, curtains, air conditioning, music, and OK button). It supports left and right rotation and has a display screen that can display corresponding data. The indoor temperature is displayed by default. When a smart device such as a light is selected, the brightness value and adjustment percentage are displayed; it has a halo, which lights up when the knob is operated.

[0019] Compared with the prior art, the present invention can achieve the following beneficial effects: 1. With the provided bracket structure, the user can connect and fix the bracket to the wall or other external structures through the bolt structure, and then can connect and fix the bracket to the bracket through the magnetic strip and adsorption strip structure, and then place the tablet computer in the empty slot, and electrically connect the tablet computer to the charging plug. Therefore, the device has two usage states. When fixed to the bracket, the tablet computer and the protective frame can be combined and fixed with the bracket. The user can rotate the tablet computer on the wall through the function button on one side. When not fixed to the bracket, the protective frame and the tablet computer can be directly held, which is convenient for carrying and operated through the function knob. When not in use, it can be placed in the bracket for easy use next time to avoid loss.

[0020] 2. In this device, the function knob structure containing the knob assembly is set up, and the function can be adjusted through the multi-way rotary switch at the bottom. The touch screen structure is convenient for users to select functions and rotate left and right. The lower contact and the upper contact convert the AC220V voltage into DC5V direct current, and power the tablet computer through the Type-C port. In addition, multiple sensors set on the circuit board can display data according to indoor / outdoor temperature and humidity, ambient light, and actively turn on the light when someone approaches, thereby improving the use effect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the bracket and other structures of the present invention; Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of a tablet computer and a protective frame of the present invention; Figure 4 It is a structural breakdown diagram of the present invention; Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the protection frame and the functional knob of the present invention; Figure 6 It is a circuit connection block diagram of the present invention.

[0022] Among them: 1. Tablet computer; 2. Protective frame; 21. Charging plug; 22. Sound slot; 23. Hollow area; 24. Upper contact; 25. Adsorption strip; 3. Bracket; 31. Lower contact; 32. Magnetic strip; 33. Positioning hole; 4. Function knob. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In order to make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects achieved by the present invention easy to understand, the present invention is further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments, but the following embodiments are only preferred embodiments of the present invention, not all. Based on the embodiments in the implementation mode, other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work all belong to the protection scope of the present invention. The experimental methods in the following embodiments, unless otherwise specified, are conventional methods, and the materials, reagents, etc. used in the following embodiments, unless otherwise specified, can all be obtained from commercial channels. Example

[0024] like Figure 1-6 As shown, the present invention provides a customized gateway for a tablet computer, comprising a protection frame 2 and a bracket 3, and a tablet computer 1 is mounted on the protection frame 2; The bracket 3 is fixedly installed at the bottom box 86; a charging plug 21 providing power supply and communication functions is fixed to one side of the top of the protection frame 2, the charging port of the tablet computer 1 is fixed to the charging plug 21, a sound groove 22 is provided on one side of the top of the protection frame 2, an adsorption strip 25 is provided in the middle of the back of the protection frame 2, an upper contact 24 is provided on one side of the back of the protection frame 2, and a connection area is provided on the protection frame 2, and the tablet computer 1 is installed at the connection area by gluing.

[0025] In other embodiments, a hollow area 23 is provided in the connection area so that the brand logo of the tablet computer 1 can be revealed from here; a lower contact 31 is provided in the bracket 3, and a magnetic strip 32 is provided in the middle of the bracket 3, the position of the magnetic strip 32 corresponds to the position of the adsorption strip 25, and the position of the upper contact 24 corresponds to the position of the lower contact 31; the protection frame 2 is provided with a control unit, and the control unit is provided with a charging plug 21 plugged into the tablet computer 1 to achieve power supply and two-way communication; the charging plug 21 is provided with a flexible section for generating deformation to facilitate the plugging and unplugging of the tablet computer; the control unit is provided with a function knob 4, a screen and 5 touch buttons , supporting left-hand rotation and right-hand rotation; the bracket 3 is fixedly connected to the standard 86 bottom box, and the methods include snap-on, threaded connection or magnetic plug-in connection, so the device has two usage states. When fixed with the bracket 3, the tablet computer 1 and the protection frame 2 can be combined and fixed with the bracket 3. The user can rotate the tablet computer 1 on the wall through the function button 4 on one side. When not fixed with the bracket 3, the protection frame 2 and the tablet computer 1 can be directly held, which is convenient for carrying and operated through the function knob 4. When not in use, it can be placed in the bracket 3 for easy use next time to avoid loss; In other embodiments, a plurality of magnetic strips 32 or magnetic blocks are arranged on the bracket 3, and a plurality of magnetic strips 32 or magnetic blocks are arranged in the corresponding area on the back of the protection frame 2, and the knob can directly control the smart home device using the wireless form Zigbee3.0; a lower contact 31 corresponding to the upper contact 24 is arranged on the bracket 3, and a power base is arranged on the back of the bracket 3, and the power base is inserted into the 86 bottom box; the bracket 3 is fixedly connected to the standard 86 bottom box, and the methods include snap-on, threaded connection or magnetic plug-in; a plurality of groups of positioning holes 33 are provided in the middle of the bracket 3, and the positioning holes 33 are used to fix and install on the wall with screws; through the functional knob 4 structure containing the knob assembly, the function can be adjusted through the multi-way rotary switch at the bottom, and the touch screen structure is convenient for the user to select the function and perform left and right rotation and left rotation. Turn right, the lower contact 31 and the upper contact 24 convert the AC220V voltage into DC5V direct current, and power the tablet computer 1 through the Type-C port. In addition, the multiple sensors set on the circuit board can display data according to the indoor / outdoor temperature and humidity, and ambient light, and actively turn on the lights when someone approaches to improve the use effect; the knob operation enters the smart home control page, the five touches are lights, curtains, air conditioning, music, OK, click to switch to the device classification item, the knob can be used to quickly select the device, the OK button can be clicked to control the switch of a single device, and the knob adjusts the percentage; if there is no operation for 30 seconds, it will exit. If you enter the scene list, you can quickly select a scene through the knob and click the OK button to execute; it supports on-screen data; the proximity sensor can light up the PAD screen when a person approaches.

[0026] Embodiment 2: A control system of a customized gateway: including a customized gateway for a tablet computer in Embodiment 1, which specifically includes a detection component, a power supply component, a communication component and a control component: Detection components: including sensors installed on the control unit: proximity sensor, temperature and humidity sensor, ambient light sensor and camera.

[0027] Power supply module: The protection frame and the bracket are connected by upper and lower contacts to achieve power supply and communication; the tablet computer and the control unit are connected by a charging plug to achieve power supply and data exchange; the power base and the 86 bottom box are electrically connected by cables.

[0028] Communication components: contact communication between the protection frame and the bracket; wired connection between the tablet computer and the control unit; data communication between the power base and the 86 base box through the PLC protocol, and the RJ45 network port reserved on the power base to realize the control of the device.

[0029] Control component: There are 5 touch buttons in the middle of the function knob, arranged in a five-pointed star (the icons are lights, curtains, air conditioning, music, and OK button). It supports left and right rotation and has a display screen that can display corresponding data. The indoor temperature is displayed by default. When a smart device such as a light is selected, the brightness value and adjustment percentage are displayed; it has a halo, which lights up when the knob is operated.

[0030] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited by the above embodiments. The above embodiments and descriptions are only preferred examples of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention may have various changes and improvements, which fall within the scope of the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the attached claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A customized gateway for a tablet computer, characterized in that: It comprises a protective frame (2) and a bracket (3), wherein a tablet computer (1) is mounted on the protective frame (2); The bracket (3) is fixedly mounted on the bottom box 86; a charging plug (21) is fixedly mounted on one side of the top of the protection frame (2); the charging port of the tablet computer (1) is fixedly mounted on the charging plug (21); a sound slot (22) is provided on one side of the top of the protection frame (2); an adsorption strip (25) is provided in the middle of the back of the protection frame (2); an upper contact (24) is provided on one side of the back of the protection frame (2); a connection area is provided on the protection frame (2); and the tablet computer (1) is installed on the connection area by gluing.

2. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 1, characterized in that: A hollow area (23) is provided in the connection area so that the brand logo of the tablet computer (1) can be revealed therefrom.

3. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 2, characterized in that: A lower contact (31) is arranged in the bracket (3), and a magnetic attraction strip (32) is arranged in the middle of the bracket (3), the position of the magnetic attraction strip (32) corresponds to the position of the adsorption strip (25), and the position of the upper contact (24) corresponds to the position of the lower contact (31).

4. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The protection frame (2) is provided with a control unit, and the control unit is provided with a charging plug (21) plugged into the tablet computer (1) to achieve power supply and two-way communication; the charging plug (21) is provided with a flexible section for generating deformation to facilitate plugging and unplugging of the tablet computer.

5. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 4, characterized in that: The control unit is provided with a function knob (4), a screen and 5 touch buttons, and supports left rotation and right rotation.

6. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (3) is fixedly connected to the standard 86 bottom box, and the connection method includes snap-on connection, threaded connection or magnetic plug-in connection.

7. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (3) is provided with a plurality of magnetic strips (32) or magnetic blocks, and a corresponding area on the back of the protection frame (2) is provided with a plurality of magnetic strips (32) or magnetic blocks that cooperate therewith, and the knob can directly control the smart home device in a wireless form (Zigbee3.0).

8. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (3) is provided with a lower contact (31) corresponding to the upper contact (24), and the back of the bracket (3) is provided with a power base, which is inserted into the 86 bottom box.

9. The customized gateway for tablet computer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (3) is fixedly connected to the standard 86 base box, and the connection method includes a snap-on connection, a threaded connection or a magnetic plug-in connection; a plurality of positioning holes (33) are provided in the middle of the bracket (3), and the positioning holes (33) are used for screwing and fixing the bracket on the wall.

10. A control system for a customized gateway: comprising any one of claims 1-9 for a tablet computer, which specifically includes a detection component, a power supply component, a communication component and a control component: Detection components: including sensors installed on the control unit: proximity sensor, temperature and humidity sensor, ambient light sensor and camera, Power supply module: The protection frame and the bracket are connected by upper and lower contacts to provide power and communication; the tablet computer and the control unit are connected by a charging plug to provide power and data; the power base and the 86 bottom box are electrically connected by cables. Communication components: contact communication between the protection frame and the bracket; wired connection between the tablet computer and the control unit; data communication between the power base and the 86 bottom box is achieved through the PLC protocol, and the RJ45 network port reserved on the power base is used to control the device. Control component: There are 5 touch buttons in the middle of the function knob, arranged in a five-pointed star (the icons are lights, curtains, air conditioning, music, and OK button). It supports left and right rotation and has a display screen that can display corresponding data. The indoor temperature is displayed by default. When a smart device such as a light is selected, the brightness value and adjustment percentage are displayed; it has a halo, which lights up when the knob is operated.