Modularized multifunctional helmet and flexible buckle type connecting device thereof
Through modular design and flexible snap-on connection devices, the problems of high maintenance costs and lack of independence between functional modules are solved, and the flexible disassembly and replacement of functional modules are realized, which improves the economicality and safety of the product.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510406079.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-02
- Publication Date
- 2025-05-27
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
AI Technical Summary
Due to the overall integrated design, existing multi-function helmets have high maintenance costs and lack of independence between functional modules, making them difficult to flexibly replace or upgrade, and are easily damaged in high-speed and high-vibration environments.
The modular design and flexible snap-on connection device are adopted to realize independent disassembly and replace each functional module, ensuring the firmness and convenience of module installation.
It greatly reduces maintenance costs, improves the economy and service life of the product, and ensures stability and safety in high-speed motion and harsh environments.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to a multifunctional wearable device, and particularly to an improvement of a modular multifunctional helmet and its module connection device. Background Art
[0002] Traditional helmets on the market mainly focus on basic safety protection functions. Although in recent years, some multifunctional helmets integrating extended functions have emerged, such as built-in headphones, microphones, cameras, etc., these products generally adopt a design that integrates all functions and fixes them inside the helmet. This integrated way has obvious defects: once a certain extended function module fails or is damaged, it often requires repairing or replacing the entire helmet, resulting in high maintenance costs; at the same time, the overall design makes the functional modules lack independence and cannot be flexibly replaced or upgraded according to user needs, thereby reducing the service life and economy of the product. In addition, the overall integrated design also increases the manufacturing and R & D costs, restricting the popularization and promotion of the product in the market.
[0003] At the same time, these extended devices are mostly electronic devices and are extremely prone to damage and malfunction in high-speed and high-vibration environments. And each extended device has different installation positions and requires different installation and connection methods, which will cause extremely high R & D and production costs and bring many difficulties to R & D and production.
[0004] Therefore, how to achieve flexible disassembly and replacement of extended functions while maintaining the basic safety protection function of the helmet and ensure the stable operation of each extended function has become a technical problem to be solved urgently. Summary of the Invention
[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide a modular multifunctional helmet and its flexible snap connection device in view of the defects and deficiencies of the prior art. Through modular design, it realizes the independent disassembly and replacement of each functional module, thereby greatly reducing the maintenance cost and enhancing the economy of the product; it adopts a flexible snap connection method to ensure the firmness and convenience of module installation, effectively improving the use safety and user experience.
[0006] To achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions: It includes a helmet main body 1 and an extended function module connecting member 2, and the extended function module connecting member 2 is flexibly connected to the helmet main body 1; a corresponding extended function module 3 is fixedly connected to the extended function module connecting member 2.
[0007] The extended function module 3 includes a Bluetooth headset module, a helmet camera module, a helmet fan module, a HUD display module, an intelligent lighting module, a voice assistant module, an intercom microphone module, a night vision enhancement module, a panoramic camera module, an anti-fatigue detection module, a sports data recording module, a remote monitoring module, and an emergency inflatable airbag module. The Bluetooth headset module can provide wireless calls, music playback, and navigation voice; the helmet camera module can record the riding process and support live broadcast, video recording, night vision enhancement, etc.; the helmet fan module can improve head heat dissipation and enhance comfort; the HUD display module can provide navigation, information projection, etc.; the intelligent lighting module is built with LED lights, night warning, and atmosphere lights.
[0008] The helmet flexible snap connection device includes a flexible connection hole 11 and an extended module fixing seat 31 provided at a predetermined position of the helmet body 1. An anti-slip groove 111 is provided in the flexible connection hole 11, and the anti-slip groove 111 is one or several; the flexible connection hole 11 is square, circular, or oval; the extended end of the extended module fixing seat 31 is fixedly connected with an extended function module 3, and an anti-slip rib 311 is provided at the insertion end of the extended module fixing seat 31, and the anti-slip rib 311 is one or several, and the anti-slip rib 311 corresponds to the anti-slip groove 111.
[0009] The extended module fixing seat 31 is made of rigid foam cotton material or high molecular elastic material. After the extended module fixing seat 31 is inserted into the flexible connection hole 11, it is fastened and anti-slip through the internal ribs; the high molecular elastic material has certain stretchability and wear resistance. The extended module fixing seat 31 is inserted and fastened under the action of external force during insertion, and can be firmly inserted under the extrusion of the material itself, and will not fall off or shift even under high-speed movement and vibration.
[0010] The flexible connection hole 11 and the extended module fixing seat 31 can also be connected by threads. According to different actual application scenarios, different connection methods can also be selected, including threaded connection, snap connection, slide rail connection, slot connection, and magnetic attraction connection. Using a standard snap design, the module is fixed and disassembled by pressing or rotating the snap. The module slides in or out along the preset slide rail or slot to form a stable fixing method with the inside of the helmet. The module is fixed by using a thread or a rotary locking mechanism. This method is usually used in scenarios with high requirements for installation stability, which is stable and durable, but the disassembly and assembly speed is relatively slow. Using a magnet as an auxiliary fixing force or the main fixing method, the module is automatically adsorbed to the interface by magnetic force. The magnetic attraction method is convenient for installation and disassembly, and at the same time, sufficient seismic resistance and anti-mis-adsorption functions need to be ensured in the design.
[0011] The predetermined positions include the helmet ear wrapping position, the middle position of the helmet forehead, the right position of the forehead, the helmet jaw position, etc.
[0012] A locking device is provided outside the flexible connection hole 11. After the fixed seat of the expansion module 31 is inserted, the locking device locks the fixed seat to further ensure that it will not fall off, ensuring the stability of the expansion device.
[0013] Working principle of the present invention: When the expansion module needs to be installed, first fix or plug and fix the expansion module on the fixed seat of the expansion module 31, then insert the fixed seat of the expansion module 31 into the flexible connection hole 11 on the helmet, and push it along a predetermined direction so that the anti-slip rib 311 enters the anti-slip groove 111. During the pushing process, the anti-slip rib 311 undergoes elastic deformation when it comes into contact with the anti-slip groove 111. After the anti-slip rib 311 completely enters the anti-slip groove 111, its elastic recovery action causes the anti-slip rib 311 to be firmly stuck in the anti-slip groove 111, thereby realizing the stable connection between the fixed seat of the expansion module 31 and the helmet.
[0014] The helmet body 1 of the present invention not only provides mechanical fixation, but also can be internally provided with standardized electrical interfaces to realize data transmission and power supply for each device. The microprocessor built into the helmet body can automatically identify the type of installed module and perform corresponding configuration through communication protocols to ensure the normal functioning and integrated operation of each module.
[0015] After adopting the above technical solution, the present invention adopts a modular design and realizes the rapid disassembly and assembly of each functional module (such as Bluetooth headset, camera, fan, etc.) through independent and standardized flexible interfaces, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of the product. Users can replace or upgrade a single module at any time according to their needs without replacing the entire helmet. In addition, the key mechanical snap connection method not only ensures the firm and precise installation between modules, but also has anti-misoperation and anti-seismic performance, enabling the helmet to remain stable even under high-speed movement and harsh environments, reducing the maintenance and repair costs, while improving the overall use safety and user experience; even if a certain expansion module of the helmet fails, it can be quickly disassembled, inserted and replaced through the base, reducing the use and maintenance costs. Description of the Drawings
[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative efforts.
[0017] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the helmet body 1 in the present invention; Figure 2 is Figure 1 a schematic structural diagram after installing an expansion unit; Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the expansion module fixing base 31 in the present invention; Figure 4 is Figure 3 the top view of.
[0018] Explanation of reference numerals: helmet main body 1, expansion function module connecting member 2, expansion function module 3, flexible connection hole 11, expansion module fixing base 31, anti-slip groove 111, anti-slip rib 311. Detailed implementation manners
[0019] Referring to Figures 1-4 as shown, in this embodiment, the helmet main body 1 is made of high-strength ABS and carbon fiber composite materials, which not only ensures the overall protection performance but also meets the requirements of lightweight design. Multiple flexible connection holes 11 are preset inside the helmet, and each flexible connection hole 11 is processed according to standard dimensions to ensure seamless docking of each expansion module. To achieve modular design, anti-slip ribs 311 and electrical power interfaces are provided inside each flexible connection hole 11. Among them, the anti-slip ribs 311 are formed by injection molding process, and the surface is treated with anti-slip texture to increase the friction and seismic performance between the expansion module fixing base 31 and the helmet main body 1.
[0020] Each expansion function module 3 (such as Bluetooth headset module, camera module, fan module, HUD display unit, etc.) is designed as an independent unit. The module shell is made of polymer materials and has characteristics such as waterproof, dustproof, and impact-resistant. The module connection end is integrated with a mechanical buckle unit, which mainly includes a buckle tongue and a card slot component. The buckle tongue is made of elastic material, has sufficient elasticity and wear resistance, and is designed with an inverted hook-shaped protrusion at the front end to facilitate meshing with the locking groove in the helmet installation slot during insertion.
[0021] Specifically, it includes a helmet main body 1 and an expansion function module connecting member 2. The expansion function module connecting member 2 is flexibly connected to the helmet main body 1; a corresponding expansion function module 3 is fixedly connected to the expansion function module connecting member 2.
[0022] The expansion function module 3 includes a Bluetooth headset module, a helmet camera module, a helmet fan module, a HUD display module, a smart lighting module, a voice assistant module, an intercom microphone module, a night vision enhancement module, a panoramic camera module, an anti-fatigue detection module, a motion data recording module, a remote monitoring module, and an emergency inflatable airbag module. The Bluetooth headset module can provide wireless calls, music playback, and navigation voice; the helmet camera module can record the riding process and support live broadcast, video recording, night vision enhancement, etc.; the helmet fan module can improve head heat dissipation and enhance comfort; the HUD display module can provide navigation, information projection, etc.; the smart lighting module is built-in with LED lights, night warning, and atmosphere lights.
[0023] Helmet flexible snap - on connection device, which includes setting flexible connection holes 11 and expansion module fixing seats 31 at predetermined positions on the helmet body 1. Anti - slip grooves 111 are provided inside the flexible connection holes 11, and there is one or several anti - slip grooves 111; the flexible connection holes 11 are square, circular or oval; an expansion function module 3 is fixedly connected to the expansion end of the expansion module fixing seat 31, and anti - slip rib strips 311 are provided at the insertion end of the expansion module fixing seat 31. There is one or several anti - slip rib strips 311, and the anti - slip rib strips 311 correspond to the anti - slip grooves 111.
[0024] The expansion module fixing seat 31 is made of rigid foam cotton material or high - molecular elastic material. After the expansion module fixing seat 31 is inserted into the flexible connection hole 11, it is fastened and anti - slipped through the internal rib strips; the high - molecular elastic material has certain stretchability and wear resistance. The expansion module fixing seat 31 is inserted and fastened under the action of external force during insertion, and can be firmly inserted under the extrusion of its own material, and will not fall off or shift even under high - speed movement and vibration.
[0025] A threaded connection can also be used between the flexible connection hole 11 and the expansion module fixing seat 31. According to different actual application scenarios, different connection methods can also be selected, including threaded connection, snap - connection, slide - rail connection, slot - connection, magnetic - attraction connection. Using a standard snap - design, the module is fixed and disassembled by pressing or rotating the snap. The module slides in or out along the preset slide - rail or slot, forming a stable fixing method with the inside of the helmet. The module is fixed by using a threaded or rotating locking mechanism. This method is usually used in scenarios with higher requirements for installation stability, which is stable and durable, but the disassembly and assembly speed is relatively slow. Using magnets as an auxiliary fixing force or the main fixing method, the module is automatically adsorbed to the interface by magnetic force. The magnetic - attraction method is convenient for installation and disassembly, and at the same time, sufficient earthquake resistance and anti - mis - adsorption functions need to be ensured in the design.
[0026] The above - mentioned predetermined positions include the positions where the helmet wraps the ears, the middle position of the helmet forehead, the right side position of the forehead, the position of the helmet mandible, etc.
[0027] A locking device is provided outside the flexible connection hole 11. After the expansion module fixing seat 31 is inserted, the locking device locks the fixing seat to further ensure that it will not fall off and ensure the stability of the expansion device.
[0028] Working principle of the present invention: When the expansion module needs to be installed, first fix or plug and fix the expansion module on the expansion module fixing base 31, then insert the expansion module fixing base 31 into the flexible connection hole 11 on the helmet and push it along a predetermined direction so that the anti-slip rib 311 enters the anti-slip groove 111. During the pushing process, the anti-slip rib 311 elastically deforms when it comes into contact with the anti-slip groove 111. After the anti-slip rib 311 completely enters the anti-slip groove 111, its elastic recovery action makes the anti-slip rib 311 firmly snap into the anti-slip groove 111, thus realizing the stable connection between the expansion module fixing base 31 and the helmet.
[0029] The helmet body 1 of the present invention not only provides mechanical fixation, but also can be internally provided with standardized electrical interfaces to achieve data transmission and power supply for various devices. The microprocessor built into the helmet body can automatically identify the type of installed module and perform corresponding configuration through communication protocols to ensure the normal functioning and integrated operation of each module.
[0030] After adopting the above technical solutions, the present invention adopts a modular design and realizes the quick disassembly and assembly of each functional module (such as Bluetooth headset, camera, fan, etc.) through independent and standardized flexible interfaces, greatly improving the flexibility and adaptability of the product. Users can replace or upgrade a single module at any time according to their needs without replacing the helmet as a whole. In addition, the key mechanical snap connection method not only ensures the firm and precise installation between modules, but also has anti-misoperation and anti-seismic performance, enabling the helmet to remain stable even under high-speed movement and harsh environments, reducing the maintenance and repair costs, and at the same time improving the overall use safety and user experience; even if a certain expansion module of the helmet fails, it can be quickly disassembled, plugged and replaced through the base, reducing the use and maintenance costs.
[0031] The above is only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and not to limit them. Any other modifications or equivalent replacements made by those of ordinary skill in the art to the technical solutions of the present invention shall be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention as long as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention.
Claims
1. Modular multifunctional helmet, characterized by: It comprises a helmet body (1) and an expansion module fixing seat (31), wherein the expansion module fixing seat (31) is flexibly connected to the helmet body (1); and a corresponding expansion function module (3) is fixedly connected to the expansion module fixing seat (31).
2. The modular multifunctional helmet according to claim 1, characterized in that: The extended function module (3) includes a Bluetooth headset module, a helmet camera module, a helmet fan module, a HUD display module, an intelligent lighting module, a voice assistant module, an intercom microphone module, a night vision enhancement module, a panoramic camera module, an anti-fatigue detection module, a sports data recording module, a remote monitoring module, and an emergency inflatable airbag module; the Bluetooth headset module can provide wireless calls, music playback, and navigation voice; the helmet camera module can record the riding process and support live broadcast, video recording, night vision enhancement, etc.; the helmet fan module can improve head heat dissipation and improve comfort; the HUD display module can provide navigation, information projection, etc.; the intelligent lighting module has built-in LED lights, night warning lights, and ambient lights.
3. A flexible snap-on connection device for a helmet, characterized in that: The invention comprises a flexible connection hole (11) and an expansion module fixing seat (31) arranged at a predetermined position of a helmet body (1); an anti-skid groove (111) is arranged in the flexible connection hole (11); the anti-skid groove (111) is one or more; the flexible connection hole (11) is square, circular or elliptical; an expansion end of the expansion module fixing seat (31) is fixedly connected to an expansion function module (3); an insertion end of the expansion module fixing seat (31) is provided with an anti-skid rib (311); the anti-skid rib (311) is one or more; the anti-skid rib (311) corresponds to the anti-skid groove (111).
4. The helmet flexible snap-on connection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The expansion module fixing seat (31) is made of hard foam cotton material or polymer elastic material. After the expansion module fixing seat (31) is inserted into the flexible connection hole (11), it is fastened by internal ribs to prevent slipping; the polymer elastic material has certain elasticity and wear resistance.
5. The helmet flexible snap-on connection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The flexible connection hole (11) and the expansion module fixing seat (31) may also be connected via threads.
6. The helmet flexible snap-on connection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The predetermined positions include the helmet ear wrapping position, the helmet forehead middle position, the forehead right position, and the helmet lower jaw position.
7. The helmet flexible snap-on connection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: A locking device is arranged outside the flexible connection hole (11), and after the expansion module fixing seat (31) is inserted, the locking device locks the fixing seat to further ensure that it will not fall off.