Pad support cover plate assembly

Abstract

The invention discloses a pad support cover plate assembly comprising a cover seat which is provided with an opening; the connecting cover is rotationally connected with the cover seat, the edge of the connecting cover is provided with an inner step, and the opening is opened or closed through the inner step; the sliding blocking piece is connected to the inner side of the connecting cover in a sliding mode, the sliding blocking piece can slide in the rotating axis direction of the connecting cover, and during locking, the sliding blocking piece is connected with the hooking part of the cover base in a hooking mode at the first position of the inner side of the connecting cover so as to prevent the connecting cover from opening the opening; and during unlocking, the sliding blocking piece moves to a second position and is far away from the hanging part of the cover seat.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of tablet stand technology, and more particularly to a tablet stand cover assembly. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid popularization of new energy vehicles, users' perception of cars is shifting from a simple "transportation tool" to a "mobile intelligent space." In addition to traditional driving performance and safety features, the intelligent and entertaining experience in the cabin has become a key factor influencing consumer decisions.

[0003] Under this trend, the importance of in-vehicle screens as the core carrier of human-computer interaction is becoming increasingly prominent. Many users are turning their attention to the powerful and application-rich consumer-grade iPad, attempting to use it as a perfect supplement to the in-vehicle entertainment system. However, a prominent contradiction arises: current car interior designs do not reserve dedicated space for fixing and storing general-purpose tablet devices like the iPad.

[0004] Commercially available tablet mounts often suffer from problems such as unstable installation, obstructed view, damage to interior aesthetics, or messy cables. The rear seats are particularly problematic, with passengers frequently facing the predicament of having nowhere reliable to place their devices and being unable to achieve an ideal viewing angle. This disconnect between hardware and software significantly diminishes the user experience of conveniently using personal tablets, creating a pain point that urgently needs to be addressed.

[0005] Therefore, a pad bracket cover assembly is still needed to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The present invention provides a pad bracket cover assembly that solves the above-mentioned problems.

[0007] The objective of this invention is achieved through the following technical solution: A pad holder cover assembly includes: A cover seat having an opening; A connecting cover is rotatably connected to the cover seat, and the edge of the connecting cover has an inner step, through which the opening is opened or closed; A sliding blocking member is slidably connected to the inner side of the connecting cover. The sliding blocking member can slide along the rotation axis of the connecting cover. When locked, the sliding blocking member is engaged with the hooking part of the cover seat at a first position on the inner side of the connecting cover to prevent the connecting cover from being locked. When unlocked, the sliding blocking member moves to a second position away from the hooking part of the cover.

[0008] Preferably, the inner side of the connecting cover is provided with a sliding groove for sliding connection of the sliding blocking member, and the back side of the connecting cover is also connected with a first elastic member, which is used to elastically abut against the sliding blocking member and hold it in a first position. Preferably, it further includes a first magnetic element, which is connected to the back side of the sliding stop member and the other side opposite to the elastic member. When the outer side of the connecting cover is engaged with the magnetic connecting member, the first magnetic element, driven by magnetic force, overcomes the elastic force of the elastic member and keeps the sliding stop member in the second position.

[0009] Preferably, it further includes a second magnetic element, which is connected to the connecting cover and located on the side close to the elastic element, and is used to assist in positioning the connecting element when it is engaged with the connecting element.

[0010] Preferably, the connecting cover is provided with a mounting position, which includes a plurality of limiting posts whose roots form a circle. The inner side of the limiting posts is used for fixing the second magnetic component, and the outer side of the limiting posts is used for limiting the movement stroke of the sliding blocking component.

[0011] Preferably, a limiting shaft is also formed on the inner side of the connecting cover, the elastic element is a coil spring, the limiting shaft is used for the annular part of the coil spring to fit, one end of the coil spring abuts against the limiting post, and the other end abuts against the end of the sliding blocking element.

[0012] Preferably, a metal support plate is connected to the back side of the cover, the metal support plate is distributed in a ring shape to fit the inner side of the cover, and a limiting claw is formed on the metal part near the opening, the limiting claw is used to engage with the connecting part.

[0013] Preferably, the connecting cover is rotatably connected to the cover seat via a connecting shaft, and a second elastic element is sleeved on the connecting shaft. The second elastic element is used to support the connecting cover to tend to fit the cover seat.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention include at least the following: By setting a cover base and a rotating connecting cover on the cover base, the connecting cover, when locked, stably cooperates with the cover base to remain closed. When installed in a car, there is no need to worry about the connecting cover being accidentally touched or opening naturally when not in use, causing the overall layout of the car to look messy and cluttered. By setting a relatively sliding blocking part on the connecting cover, it can be locked from the inside of the connecting cover, making the connecting cover impossible to open by other external forces. It achieves a dedicated space for iPad holder insertion, allowing for flexible use of iPad in the limited space of the car. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the unlocked state structure of the bracket cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unlocked state structure of the bracket cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the unlocked state structure of the bracket cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the locked state structure of the bracket cover plate assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket cover plate assembly and the magnetic bracket before they are connected according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket cover plate assembly and the magnetic bracket after docking according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] 1. Cover base; 2. Connecting cover; 21. Inner step; 22. Slide groove; 3. Sliding blocking component; 4. First elastic component; 5. Second elastic component; 6. First magnetic component; 7. Second magnetic component; 8. Limiting post; 10. Metal support plate; 101. Limiting claw; 11. Magnetic bracket; 12. Magnet. Detailed Implementation

[0017] Exemplary embodiments will now be described more fully with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments can be implemented in many forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein; rather, they are provided to make the invention more comprehensive and complete, and to fully convey the concept of the exemplary embodiments to those skilled in the art. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar structures, and therefore repeated descriptions of them will be omitted.

[0018] The terms used to express position and direction in this invention are illustrated with reference to the accompanying drawings, but changes can be made as needed, and all such changes are included within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0019] Reference Figure 1-6This invention provides a pad bracket cover assembly, comprising: a cover base 1 having an opening; a connecting cover 2 rotatably connected to the cover base 1, the edge of the connecting cover 2 having an inner step 21 for opening or closing the opening; and a sliding stop 3 slidably connected to the inner side of the connecting cover 2, the sliding stop 3 being slidable along the rotation axis of the connecting cover 2. When locked, the sliding stop 3 engages with the hook portion of the cover base 1 at a first position on the inner side of the connecting cover 2 to prevent the connecting cover 2 from opening the opening; when unlocked, the sliding stop 3 moves to a second position away from the hook portion of the cover. The cover base 1 can be connected to the back of a car seat, wherein the rear side of the backrest has a groove of a certain depth matching the size of the opening for fixing an insert after insertion, and the sliding stop 3 is slidably connected to the back side of the connecting cover 2. During operation, other electric rods or starter rods can be connected to the back of the connecting cover 2 to drive the sliding stop 3 to switch between the first and second positions. This eliminates the need to manually open the limiting switch of the connecting cover 2 from the outside. The automatic unlocking allows the insertion part of the magnetic bracket 11 for connecting the iPad to extend into the opening on the cover 1. The top of the magnetic bracket 11 is connected to the back of the iPad via a magnet 12. The rod engages with the inner wall of the opening on the seat through friction, preventing users from relying on holding the iPad with both hands to adjust the viewing angle to their liking and solving the problem of difficult placement.

[0020] Preferably, the inner side of the connecting cover 2 is provided with a groove 22 for sliding connection of the sliding blocking member 3. The back side of the connecting cover 2 is also connected with a first elastic member 4, which elastically abuts against the sliding blocking member 3 to maintain it in a first position. The grooves 22 are formed on both sides of the inner side of the connecting cover 2 by injection molding. The grooves 22 are used to slide and connect the two sides of the sliding blocking member 3. Under the elastic tendency of the first elastic member 4, the sliding blocking member 3 is always maintained in the first position without the action of external force, so that the connecting cover 2 and the cover seat 1 are kept in a locked state. This can prevent children from dangerously inserting their fingers, or from opening naturally when the vehicle is in motion, or from shaking and causing abnormal noise in the carriage.

[0021] Preferably, it also includes a first magnetic element 6, which is connected to the back side of the sliding blocking element 3 and the other side opposite to the elastic element. When the outer side of the connecting cover 2 is engaged with the magnetic connecting element, the first magnetic element 6, driven by magnetic force, overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element and keeps the sliding blocking element 3 in the second position. When the end of the magnetic bracket 11 approaches, the first magnetic element 6 is subjected to an oblique magnetic force, and the lateral component of the force will be driven to move, which will drive the sliding blocking element 3 to move. The sliding blocking element 3 moves to the second position, at which point the sliding blocking element 3 and the cover seat 1 no longer interfere with each other. This allows for quick opening or closing, and can be quickly unlocked when the bottom of the magnetic bracket 11 approaches. Under the action of the thrust, the connecting cover 2 rotates relative to the cover seat 1, and then the magnetic bracket 11 can be fixedly inserted into the opening. This allows for quick and coordinated operation, and there is no manual unlocking step or other steps during use. When other objects want to be inserted, the sliding blocking element 3 can remain locked, preventing the connecting cover 2 and the cover seat 1 from rotating relative to each other.

[0022] Reference Figure 5-6 It also includes a second magnetic component 7, which is connected to the connecting cover 2 and located on the side near the elastic component. This second magnetic component assists in positioning the connector when it mates with the connector. The second magnetic component engages with one of the magnetic attraction portions at the bottom of the magnetic bracket 11, assisting in positioning the magnetic bracket 11. This allows for quick, blind insertion by the user, eliminating the need for visual judgment and allowing the end of the magnetic bracket 11 to be manually aligned with the outside of the connecting cover 2. The end of the auxiliary magnetic bracket 11 also has a magnet 12, preferably two magnets 12 with a fixed spacing. The right magnet 12 attracts the second magnetic component 7 through magnetic force, causing the sliding stop 3 to move to the left, thus releasing the restriction on the cover 1. This improves the user experience of using and securing the iPad in the car, facilitating quick alignment while avoiding the insertion of other components, thereby enhancing the overall user experience.

[0023] Preferably, the connecting cover 2 is provided with a mounting position, which includes multiple limiting posts 8 whose roots form a circle. The inner side of the limiting post 8 is used to fix the second magnetic component 7, and the outer side of the limiting post 8 is used to limit the movement of the sliding blocking component 3. The limiting posts not only fix the second magnetic component 7, ensuring accurate and stable auxiliary positioning, but also limit the movement of the sliding blocking component 3 on one side, preventing it from completely jamming under magnetic force and exceeding its movement range, thus ensuring the stability and reliability of the entire cover assembly.

[0024] Preferably, a limiting shaft is formed on the inner side of the connecting cover 2. The elastic element is a coil spring, and the limiting shaft is used for the annular portion of the coil spring to fit. One end of the coil spring abuts against the limiting post 8, and the other end abuts against the end of the sliding blocking member 3. The limiting shaft is injection molded and serves as the connecting fulcrum for the elastic element. The annular segment of the coil spring can be fitted onto the fiber shaft. During operation, it can stably provide elastic force, causing the sliding blocking member 3 to slide and block in the first position, stably locking the position between the cover seat 1 and the connecting cover 2, effectively preventing the connecting cover 2 from unintentionally falling off and opening from the cover seat 1 while the vehicle is in motion.

[0025] Preferably, a metal support plate 10 is connected to the back side of the cover 1. The metal support plate 10 is distributed in a ring shape and fits the inner side of the cover 1. A limiting claw 101 is formed on the metal part near the opening. The limiting claw 101 is used to engage with the connecting part. The metal support plate 10 and the cover 1 are welded by a hot riveting process to improve the overall structural stability of the cover 1.

[0026] Reference Figure 2 The connecting cover 2 is rotatably connected to the cover seat 1 via a connecting shaft. A second elastic element 5 is sleeved on the connecting shaft. The second elastic element 5 is used to support the connecting cover 2 to tend to fit against the cover seat 1. The second elastic element 5 of the connecting shaft can keep the cover seat 1 and the connecting cover 2 in a closed state, preventing the connecting cover 2 from easily opening inwards when driving or when pressed by other parts, thus avoiding the risk of increased abnormal noise inside the vehicle.

[0027] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the invention without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, and all such changes should fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A pad holder cover assembly, characterized in that, include: A cover seat having an opening; A connecting cover is rotatably connected to the cover seat, and the edge of the connecting cover has an inner step, through which the opening is opened or closed; A sliding stop is slidably connected to the inner side of the connecting cover. The sliding stop can slide along the rotation axis of the connecting cover. When locked, the sliding stop is engaged with the hook part of the cover seat at a first position on the inner side of the connecting cover to prevent the connecting cover from opening the opening. When unlocked, the sliding stop moves to a second position away from the hook part of the cover seat.

2. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner side of the connecting cover is provided with a sliding groove for sliding connection of the sliding blocking member, and the back side of the connecting cover is also connected with a first elastic member, which is used to elastically abut against the sliding blocking member and keep it in a first position.

3. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a first magnetic element, which is connected to the back side of the sliding stop and the other side opposite to the elastic element. When the outer side of the connecting cover is engaged with the magnetic connecting element, the first magnetic element, driven by magnetic force, overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element and keeps the sliding stop in the second position.

4. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a second magnetic element, which is connected to the connecting cover and located on the side close to the elastic element, and is used to assist in positioning the connecting element when it is engaged with the connecting element.

5. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connecting cover is provided with a mounting position, which includes a plurality of limiting posts whose roots form a circle. The inner side of the limiting post is used for fixing the second magnetic component, and the outer side of the limiting post is used for limiting the movement stroke of the sliding blocking component.

6. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The inner side of the connecting cover also forms a limiting shaft. The first elastic element is a coil spring. The limiting shaft is used to fit the annular part of the coil spring. One end of the coil spring abuts against the limiting post, and the other end abuts against the end of the sliding blocking element.

7. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, A metal support plate is connected to the back side of the cover. The metal support plate is distributed in a ring shape and fits the inner side of the cover. A limiting claw is formed on the metal part near the opening. The limiting claw is used to engage with the connecting part.

8. The pad bracket cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting cover is rotatably connected to the cover seat via a connecting shaft. A second elastic element is sleeved on the connecting shaft, and the second elastic element is used to support the connecting cover to tend to fit the cover seat.

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