Automatic opening and closing structure of wearable device and wearable device

Abstract

The invention discloses an automatic opening and closing structure of wearable equipment and the wearable equipment, which are used for solving the technical problems that the operation is inconvenient and the user experience is influenced because the locking or unlocking function of a flip cover of the existing wearable equipment is generally realized by adopting a manual pressing control mode. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device comprises a flip cover, a device body, a control module and a clamping assembly. A storage bin is arranged in the equipment main body, and the flip cover is rotationally connected to the equipment main body and can be driven to rotate relative to the equipment main body so as to open or close the storage bin; the control module is arranged in the equipment main body, and the clamping assembly is electrically connected with the control module and is arranged between the flip cover and the equipment main body; and the clamping assembly is used for locking the flip cover on the equipment main body or releasing the flip cover from the equipment main body after receiving a control instruction of the control module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of wearable device design technology, and in particular to an automatic opening and closing structure for a wearable device and a wearable device. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of smart wearable devices, smartwatches, as a common type of smart wearable device, have evolved from traditional time display tools into portable smart terminals that integrate multiple functions such as health monitoring, exercise recording, communication notifications, and mobile payment.

[0003] In daily use, to achieve better protection or functional partitioning, some smartwatches adopt a flip-cover design to conceal storage compartments for accessories such as wireless earphones. Currently, such flip-cover structures generally rely on a combination of purely mechanical and manual operation for locking and unlocking. Specifically, in common designs, a latch is set on the flip cover, and a spring-loaded hook is set on the main body of the device at the corresponding position of the latch. Users need to press with their fingers to drive the spring-loaded hook to a preset position, causing the spring-loaded hook to disengage from the latch and open the flip cover. Although this structure is low in cost, it often requires finding the right point of force and a certain level of finger strength, especially when the user operates with one hand, has wet hands (such as after washing hands or sweating during exercise), or has limited hand movement, making it difficult to apply accurate force, resulting in inconvenience and a decreased user experience.

[0004] Therefore, finding a technical solution that can solve the above-mentioned technical problems has become an important research topic for those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention discloses an automatic opening and closing structure for wearable devices and the wearable device itself, which solves the technical problem that existing wearable devices generally use manual pressing control to lock or unlock the flip cover, resulting in inconvenience in operation and affecting the user experience.

[0006] The present invention provides an automatic opening and closing structure for a wearable device, comprising a flip cover, a device body, a control module, and a locking component;

[0007] The device body has a storage compartment inside, and the flip cover is rotatably connected to the device body and can be driven to rotate relative to the device body to open or close the storage compartment.

[0008] The control module is disposed within the main body of the device, and the locking assembly is electrically connected to the control module and disposed between the flip cover and the main body of the device;

[0009] The locking component is used to lock the flip cover onto the device body or release the flip cover from the device body after receiving the control command from the control module.

[0010] Optionally, the locking assembly includes a buckle disposed on the flip cover and a telescopic hook module that cooperates with the buckle;

[0011] The telescopic hook module is electrically connected to the control module;

[0012] After receiving the control command from the control module, the telescopic hook module engages with the buckle to lock the flip cover onto the device body, or the telescopic hook module separates from the buckle to release the flip cover from the device body.

[0013] Optionally, the telescopic hook module includes an outer cover plate, a fixing base, a drive unit, and a hook portion that cooperates with the buckle;

[0014] The outer cover plate is fixed to the main body of the equipment. The fixing seat is disposed on the side of the outer cover plate facing the inside of the main body of the equipment. The hook portion is movably disposed on the fixing seat and the hook portion can be extended and retracted relative to the fixing seat by the drive unit.

[0015] Optionally, the drive unit is a linear drive unit based on changes in air pressure or hydraulic pressure;

[0016] The driving unit includes an excitation unit and a fluid medium;

[0017] The excitation part is electrically connected to the control module, and a sealed cavity is formed between the hook part and the fixed seat. The fluid medium is filled in the sealed cavity. The excitation part is correspondingly arranged with the sealed cavity, and the excitation part is used to change the state of the fluid medium to drive the hook part to extend and retract relative to the fixed seat to engage or disengage the buckle.

[0018] Optionally, the fluid medium is an inert gas, the excitation unit is an ultraviolet light source, and the optical path of the ultraviolet light source is correspondingly arranged with the sealed cavity.

[0019] Optionally, the telescopic hook module further includes a push plate, a base plate, and an elastic element located within the sealed cavity;

[0020] The push plate is connected to the hook portion, the base plate is connected to the fixing seat, and the push plate and the hook portion are connected through the elastic element.

[0021] Optionally, the control module includes a control circuit board and a voice input unit and / or a fingerprint input unit electrically connected to the control circuit board;

[0022] The control circuit board is disposed on the side of the outer cover facing the interior of the device body. The excitation part is electrically connected to the control circuit board. The end of the fixing seat away from the hook part is fixed to the control circuit board and is disposed corresponding to the excitation part.

[0023] The fingerprint input unit is integrated on the side of the outer cover away from the interior of the device body.

[0024] Optionally, a magnetic sensor is also electrically connected to the control circuit board, and a magnet that works in conjunction with the magnetic sensor is provided on the hook portion;

[0025] The magnetic sensor is used to detect the extension and retraction position of the hook.

[0026] Optionally, the control circuit board is also connected to a flexible circuit board, and the control circuit board is electrically connected to the main control system of the wearable device through the flexible circuit board.

[0027] The present invention provides a wearable device including the above-described automatic opening and closing structure.

[0028] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0029] In the automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device of the present invention, by setting a locking component electrically connected to the control module, the locking and releasing of the flip cover can be automatically completed according to the control command, without the need for the user to manually press or flick the mechanical parts. This solves the problem that the flip operation of traditional wearable devices relies on the force and position of the fingers, significantly improving the convenience and response speed of operation, and greatly enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0030] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic opening and closing structure for a wearable device when the flip cover opens to store the storage compartment, as provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic opening and closing structure for a wearable device when the flip cover closes the storage compartment, provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a telescopic hook module for an automatic opening and closing structure of a wearable device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Exploded view of the structure;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of an automatic opening and closing structure of a wearable device provided in an embodiment of the present invention, showing the flip cover closing the storage compartment and the hook portion locking with the buckle;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of an automatic opening and closing structure of a wearable device provided in an embodiment of the present invention, showing the flip cover opening the storage compartment and the hook part disengaging from the buckle;

[0037] Illustration: Equipment body 1; storage compartment 101; flip cover 2; buckle 201; telescopic hook module 3; outer cover plate 301; fixing base 302; hook part 303; elastic element 304; base plate 305; push plate 306; flexible circuit board 4; control circuit board 5. Detailed Implementation

[0038] This invention discloses an automatic opening and closing structure for wearable devices and the wearable device itself, which solves the technical problem that existing wearable devices generally use manual pressing control to lock or unlock the flip cover, resulting in inconvenience in operation and affecting the user experience.

[0039] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are merely some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0040] On the one hand, please refer to Figures 1 to 6 The present invention provides an automatic opening and closing structure for a wearable device, comprising a flip cover 2, a device body 1, a control module, and a locking component;

[0041] The device body 1 is provided with a storage compartment 101. The flip cover 2 is rotatably connected to the device body 1 and can be driven to rotate relative to the device body 1 to open or close the storage compartment 101.

[0042] The control module is disposed inside the device body 1, and the locking component is electrically connected to the control module and disposed between the flip cover 2 and the device body 1;

[0043] The locking component is used to lock the flip cover 2 onto the device body 1 or release the flip cover 2 from the device body 1 after receiving the control command from the control module.

[0044] In the automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device in this embodiment, a locking component electrically connected to the control module is provided, enabling the locking and releasing of the flip cover 2 to be completed automatically according to control commands. When the control module receives an external command, it can directly control the locking component to complete the locking or releasing action. Through this design, the user can control the locking component to lock or release without directly pressing or manipulating the mechanical parts. This effectively solves the problem of traditional wearable device flip cover operation relying on finger force and position, significantly improving the convenience and response speed of operation, and greatly enhancing the user experience.

[0045] By eliminating the frequent manual pressing required by traditional mechanical latches 201, mechanical wear and structural fatigue are reduced, helping to maintain locking accuracy and stability over long-term use. At the same time, this design also prevents structural damage caused by improper user operation, improving the overall reliability of the equipment.

[0046] Furthermore, the locking assembly includes a buckle 201 disposed on the flip cover 2 and a telescopic hook module 3 that cooperates with the buckle 201;

[0047] The telescopic hook module 3 is electrically connected to the control module;

[0048] After receiving the control command from the control module, the telescopic hook module 3 engages with the buckle 201 to lock the flip cover 2 onto the device body 1, or the telescopic hook module 3 separates from the buckle 201 to release the flip cover 2 from the device body 1.

[0049] It should be noted that the latch 201 in this embodiment can be a C-type latch or an O-type latch. When the telescopic latch module 3 receives a control command (locking command) from the control module, it can extend into the latch 201 to achieve the locking function of the flip cover 2. In addition, when the telescopic latch module 3 receives another control command (unlocking command) from the control module, it can detach from the latch 201 to achieve the unlocking function of the flip cover 2.

[0050] Specifically, the telescopic hook module 3 in this embodiment includes an outer cover plate 301, a fixing base 302, a driving unit, and a hook part 303 that cooperates with the buckle 201;

[0051] The outer cover plate 301 is fixed to the device body 1, the fixing seat 302 is disposed on the side of the outer cover plate 301 facing the inside of the device body 1, the hook part 303 is movably disposed on the fixing seat 302 and the hook part 303 can be driven to extend and retract relative to the fixing seat 302 by the driving unit.

[0052] It should be noted that the outer side of the main body 1 of the device in this embodiment has an installation position for the outer cover plate 301 to be installed. The outer cover plate 301 is installed in the installation position and provides installation and support for most of the parts of the hook module mentioned above, thus ensuring structural stability.

[0053] In addition, in the above design, when the telescopic buckle 201 module receives the control command from the control module, the drive unit can drive the hook part 303 to extend or retract relative to the fixed base 302 to engage or disengage the buckle 201.

[0054] Furthermore, in one specific embodiment, the drive unit in this embodiment is a linear drive unit based on changes in air pressure or hydraulic pressure;

[0055] The driving unit includes an excitation unit and a fluid medium;

[0056] The excitation part is electrically connected to the control module. A sealed cavity is formed between the hook part 303 and the fixed base 302. The fluid medium is filled in the sealed cavity. The excitation part is correspondingly arranged with the sealed cavity. The excitation part is used to change the state of the fluid medium to drive the hook part 303 to extend and retract relative to the fixed base 302 to engage or disengage the buckle 201.

[0057] It should be noted that the above design employs a linear drive principle based on changes in air or hydraulic pressure. The excitation unit alters the state of the fluid medium within the sealed cavity, thereby driving the hook portion 303 to perform a retractable linear motion relative to the fixed portion. This drive method offers significant advantages such as smooth power transmission, extremely low operating noise, and no electromagnetic interference, making it highly suitable for wearable devices with stringent requirements for quiet operation and interference resistance. Compared to micro-motor drives, this fluid drive solution often achieves a thinner structure at the same output force, contributing to the reduction of device weight and size.

[0058] Specifically, the fluid medium is an inert gas, the excitation unit is an ultraviolet light source, and the optical path of the ultraviolet light source is correspondingly arranged with the sealed cavity.

[0059] It should be noted that in the above design, the fluid medium is further specified as an inert gas and the excitation unit is an ultraviolet light source, forming a light-controlled pneumatic drive mechanism.

[0060] Ultraviolet light irradiation can induce photopressure or photothermal effects in specific gases within the sealed cavity, thereby increasing the pressure inside the sealed cavity and driving the hook portion 303 to perform a linear extension and retraction movement relative to the fixed base 302. This design eliminates the need for transmission components such as lead screws, minimizing mechanical wear and resulting in a longer lifespan. Its "phototriggered" characteristic also gives it advantages such as resistance to electromagnetic interference and rapid response, making it particularly suitable for wearable devices.

[0061] Additionally, it should be noted that the inert gas mentioned above can be helium (He), argon (Ar), etc., and this embodiment does not impose any restrictions on it.

[0062] The performance of helium (He) in light-driven applications is as follows: Under ultraviolet light irradiation, helium can rapidly absorb light energy and convert it into heat energy, causing a rapid increase in the temperature and pressure of the gas inside the cavity, which drives the latch 303 to move. Its high thermal conductivity also helps with rapid heat dissipation and reset after the action is completed.

[0063] The performance of argon (Ar) in optical drive: Argon has good absorption of ultraviolet light in a specific wavelength band, high photothermal conversion efficiency, and can provide stable and powerful drive output.

[0064] Furthermore, the telescopic hook module 3 in this embodiment also includes a push plate 306, a base plate 305, and an elastic element 304 located in the sealed cavity;

[0065] The push plate 306 is connected to the hook portion 303, the base plate 305 is connected to the fixing seat 302, and the push plate 306 and the hook portion 303 are connected through the elastic member 304.

[0066] It should be noted that in the above design, the automatic reset function of the hook portion 303 is achieved through the elastic element 304. After the unlocking action is completed, the elastic element 304 can assist the hook portion 303 to accurately reset, and at the same time, the elastic element 304 effectively absorbs the impact energy at the end of the movement, improving the durability of the entire module.

[0067] In addition, the aforementioned elastic element 304 is specifically a spring, which tends to drive the hook portion 303 to move toward the fixed seat 302.

[0068] Furthermore, the control module in this embodiment includes a control circuit board 5 and a voice input unit and / or a fingerprint input unit electrically connected to the control circuit board 5;

[0069] The control circuit board 5 is disposed on the side of the outer cover plate 301 facing the inside of the device body 1. The excitation part is electrically connected to the control circuit board 5. The end of the fixing seat 302 away from the hook part 303 is fixed to the control circuit board 5 and is disposed corresponding to the excitation part.

[0070] The fingerprint input unit is integrated on the side of the outer cover 301 away from the interior of the device body 1.

[0071] In addition, in this embodiment, the control circuit board 5 can also integrate other input units with different functions, such as a gesture input unit, to enhance the intelligence of the automatic opening and closing structure.

[0072] It should be noted that in the above design, the voice recognition unit and / or fingerprint recognition unit are directly integrated into the control module, enabling deep integration of the flip cover 2 opening and closing control with fingerprint and voice recognition interaction. Users can directly trigger the locking or unlocking action of the retractable hook module 3 through voice commands or fingerprint touch.

[0073] Specifically, the aforementioned fixing base 302 has an opening at the end away from the hook portion 303, which allows the ultraviolet light source of the excitation portion to enter the sealed cavity. The outer ring of the opening is sealed to the control circuit board 5 through sealant or the like.

[0074] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a magnetic sensor is electrically connected to the control circuit board 5, and a magnet is provided on the hook portion 303 to cooperate with the magnetic sensor;

[0075] The magnetic sensor is used to detect the extension and retraction position of the hook portion 303.

[0076] It should be noted that in the above design, by setting a magnetic sensor on the control circuit board 5 and a corresponding magnet on the hook part 303, precise non-contact detection of the extension and retraction position of the hook part 303 is achieved. This design can provide real-time feedback on whether the flip cover 2 is in a "locked", "released", or "intermediate state" state, providing crucial closed-loop control information for the control module. This greatly improves the accuracy and reliability of the control.

[0077] Additionally, it should be noted that the aforementioned magnetic sensor is specifically a Hall sensor.

[0078] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the control circuit board 5 is also connected to a flexible circuit board 4, and the control circuit board 5 is electrically connected to the main control system of the wearable device through the flexible circuit board 4.

[0079] It should be noted that, through the above design, the excellent flexibility and size of the flexible circuit board 4 allow for greater freedom in the layout of the control module, while also facilitating the later maintenance and module replacement of the equipment, thus improving the maintainability of the product.

[0080] The above is a detailed description of the specific structure of the automatic opening and closing structure of a wearable device provided in this embodiment. The following is a further description of the automatic opening and closing structure based on a specific working principle:

[0081] When a user triggers an operation via voice or fingerprint command, the control circuit board 5 receives and processes the command. If it is a locking command, after the flip cover 2 closes, the control circuit board 5 turns on the ultraviolet light source. The ultraviolet light precisely irradiates the inert gas (such as argon) in the sealed cavity, causing the gas to expand rapidly through the photothermal effect. This pushes the internal push plate 306 and the hook part 303 connected to it to extend outward in a straight line. The hook part 303 extends and firmly engages with the buckle 201, completing the locking. If it is an opening command, the control circuit board 5 turns off the ultraviolet light source. At this time, the inert gas in the sealed cavity cools and contracts, returning to its initial state. Under the elastic force of the elastic element 304, the hook part 303 will disengage from the buckle 201 on the inside of the flip cover 2, and the flip cover 2 can be opened by the built-in torsion spring or by the user's light touch.

[0082] Throughout the entire process, the magnet embedded in the hook part 303 and the magnetic sensor at the corresponding position form a closed-loop detection in real time, accurately feeding back the locking status to the main control system of the wearable device, ensuring the reliability and safety of the action.

[0083] On the other hand, please see Figures 1 to 6 The present invention provides a wearable device including the above-described automatic opening and closing structure.

[0084] Specifically, the wearable device mentioned above can be a smartwatch or other similar device, but this embodiment does not limit it.

[0085] It should be noted that in the wearable device of the present invention, by setting a locking component electrically connected to the control module, the locking and unlocking of the flip cover 2 can be automatically completed according to the control command, without the user having to manually press or move the mechanical parts. This solves the problem that the operation of the flip cover 2 of traditional wearable devices depends on the force and position of the fingers, significantly improving the convenience and response speed of operation, and greatly enhancing the user experience.

[0086] The automatic opening and closing structure of a wearable device and the wearable device provided by the present invention have been described in detail above. For those skilled in the art, based on the ideas of the embodiments of the present invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

Claims

1. An automatic opening and closing structure for a wearable device, characterized in that, Includes a flip cover (2), the main body of the device (1), a control module, and a locking assembly; The device body (1) is provided with a storage compartment (101), and the flip cover (2) is rotatably connected to the device body (1) and can be driven to rotate relative to the device body (1) to open or close the storage compartment (101). The control module is disposed inside the main body of the device (1), and the locking assembly is electrically connected to the control module and disposed between the flip cover (2) and the main body of the device (1); The locking component is used to lock the flip cover (2) onto the device body (1) or release the flip cover (2) from the device body (1) after receiving the control command from the control module.

2. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking assembly includes a buckle (201) disposed on the flip cover (2) and a telescopic hook module (3) that cooperates with the buckle (201). The telescopic hook module (3) is electrically connected to the control module; After receiving the control command from the control module, the telescopic hook module (3) engages with the buckle (201) to lock the flip cover (2) onto the device body (1), or the telescopic hook module (3) separates from the buckle (201) to release the flip cover (2) from the device body (1).

3. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The telescopic hook module (3) includes an outer cover plate (301), a fixing base (302), a drive unit, and a hook part (303) that cooperates with the buckle (201). The outer cover plate (301) is fixed to the main body of the equipment (1), the fixing seat (302) is disposed on the side of the outer cover plate (301) facing the inside of the main body of the equipment (1), the hook part (303) is movably disposed on the fixing seat (302) and the hook part (303) can be driven to extend and retract relative to the fixing seat (302) by the driving unit.

4. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The drive unit is a linear drive unit based on changes in air pressure or hydraulic pressure; The driving unit includes an excitation unit and a fluid medium; The excitation part is electrically connected to the control module. A sealed cavity is formed between the hook part (303) and the fixed seat (302). The fluid medium is filled in the sealed cavity. The excitation part is correspondingly arranged with the sealed cavity. The excitation part is used to change the state of the fluid medium to drive the hook part (303) to extend and retract relative to the fixed seat (302) to engage or disengage from the buckle (201).

5. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The fluid medium is an inert gas, the excitation unit is an ultraviolet light source, and the optical path of the ultraviolet light source is correspondingly arranged with the sealed cavity.

6. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The telescopic hook module (3) also includes a push plate (306), a base plate (305), and an elastic element (304) located in the sealed cavity. The push plate (306) is connected to the hook portion (303), the base plate (305) is connected to the fixing seat (302), and the push plate (306) and the hook portion (303) are connected through the elastic member (304).

7. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control module includes a control circuit board (5) and a voice input unit and / or a fingerprint input unit electrically connected to the control circuit board (5); The control circuit board (5) is disposed on the side of the outer cover plate (301) facing the inside of the device body (1). The excitation part is electrically connected to the control circuit board (5). The end of the fixing seat (302) away from the hook part (303) is fixed on the control circuit board (5) and is disposed corresponding to the excitation part. The fingerprint input unit is integrated on the side of the outer cover (301) away from the inside of the device body (1).

8. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 7, characterized in that, A magnetic sensor is also electrically connected to the control circuit board (5), and a magnet is provided on the hook part (303) to cooperate with the magnetic sensor; The magnetic sensor is used to detect the extension and retraction position of the hook part (303).

9. The automatic opening and closing structure of the wearable device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control circuit board (5) is also connected to a flexible circuit board (4), and the control circuit board (5) is electrically connected to the main control system of the wearable device through the flexible circuit board (4).

10. A wearable device, characterized in that, Includes the automatic opening and closing structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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