Optical assembly and optical fiber modular integrator

Abstract

The invention provides an optical assembly, an optical fiber modular integrator, an optical ornament and a vehicle. The optical assembly comprises a base, a plurality of first containing cavities and a plurality of second containing cavities are formed in the base, light paths are arranged between the first containing cavities and the second containing cavities, and the first containing cavities are used for containing light sources; the sleeve is arranged in the second containing cavity, an insertion hole for insertion of an optical fiber is formed in the sleeve, and light emitted by the light source is guided out through the optical fiber. According to the optical assembly, modular installation and integration of the optical fibers and the light sources are achieved through the base and the sleeve, the installation mode of the optical fibers is optimized, the stability of the overall structure is improved, and the one-to-one, one-to-many or many-to-one relation of the light sources and the optical fibers can be flexibly achieved through the optical assembly; independent control over the brightness, the color and the switch of the optical fiber light-emitting point is facilitated, rich and diversified optical effects are provided for a user, and the individual requirements of the user are met.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of optical technology, and more specifically, to an optical component, fiber optic modular integrator, optical trim, and vehicle for use in transportation. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of intelligent and high-end automobiles and the increasing demand from consumers for cabin atmosphere experiences, optical trim (such as starry sky roofs) is playing an increasingly important role in vehicle design. However, current mainstream optical trim based on fiber optic transmission has the following limitations in practical applications: First, the granularity of light effect control is coarse, lacking diversity and dynamic variation capabilities. In existing fiber optic transmission-based technologies, the light source module corresponds to multiple light-emitting points, making it impossible to independently control the brightness, color, and on / off state of each point, resulting in a lack of flexibility and diversity in the system's display effects. Second, the manufacturing process is complex, highly dependent on manual operation, and difficult to achieve large-scale and standardization. Existing fiber optic transmission-based technologies require tedious and complex operations such as manually inserting, cutting, arranging, and fixing thousands of optical fibers, resulting in long production cycles and a high probability of errors or mistakes, greatly limiting production efficiency and product quality. Third, the manufacturing cost is high, hindering widespread adoption. Due to the aforementioned high dependence on manual operation, and the high cost of other required materials such as light sources and control components, the overall product price is high, making it difficult to meet the needs of the mass market.

[0003] Therefore, existing optical components based on fiber optic transmission face bottlenecks in terms of control precision, manufacturing process, and cost controllability, and there is an urgent need to propose a new technical solution to improve control precision, simplify the manufacturing process, and reduce production costs. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address at least some of the technical problems existing in the prior art, this disclosure provides a novel optical component, fiber optic modular integrator, optical trim, and vehicle for transportation vehicles. This optical component achieves modular installation and integration of optical fibers and light sources through a base and sleeve, optimizing the installation method of the optical fibers, improving the stability of the overall structure, and allowing for flexible one-to-one, one-to-many, or many-to-one relationships between the light source and the optical fiber. This facilitates independent control of the brightness, color, and on / off state of the light output point of the optical fiber, providing users with a rich variety of optical effects to meet their personalized needs. Furthermore, this optical component has a simple structure, is easy to manufacture and install, reduces reliance on manual labor, and significantly lowers the product manufacturing cost. This optical component is not only suitable for vehicles but also for other types of transportation vehicles, such as ships.

[0005] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, an optical component for a vehicle is provided, comprising: a base having a plurality of first receiving cavities and a plurality of second receiving cavities thereon, wherein an optical path is provided between the first receiving cavities and the second receiving cavities, and the first receiving cavities are used to receive a light source.

[0006] The optical component according to the first aspect described above may include, individually or in combination, any of the following preferred features.

[0007] Preferably, the optical component further includes a sleeve for deployment in the second receiving cavity, the sleeve having an insertion hole for inserting the first end of an optical fiber, wherein the light emitted by the light source is led outward via the optical fiber.

[0008] Preferably, the optical component further includes: the light source connected to the base, the light source including a light-emitting array, the light-emitting array including a plurality of light-emitting units corresponding to the plurality of first receiving cavities, and the light-emitting array including a light-emitting matrix screen or a light-emitting matrix plate.

[0009] Preferably, the light-emitting array includes one or more independently controllable light-emitting units, and / or one or more independently controllable groups of light-emitting units.

[0010] Preferably, the inner wall of the first receiving cavity includes a total reflective surface.

[0011] Preferably, the base and / or the sleeve are integrally injection molded structures.

[0012] Preferably, the sleeve is interference-fitted with the second receiving cavity.

[0013] Preferably, the sleeve includes a limiting portion for limiting the position of the sleeve when inserted into the second receiving cavity.

[0014] Preferably, the optical fiber is fixed to the sleeve, and the fixing method between the optical fiber and the sleeve includes interference fit fixing or adhesive fixing.

[0015] Preferably, the optical component is used for an optical trim, the optical trim having an optical fiber hole for inserting the second end of the optical fiber, so that light emitted by the light source reaches the optical trim via the optical fiber and enters the interior of the vehicle via the optical trim.

[0016] Preferably, the optical component includes a carrier layer having an optical fiber slot thereon for the optical fiber to be deployed on the optical fiber slot.

[0017] Preferably, the carrier layer includes a black foam layer for shielding the sidewalls of the optical fiber from light.

[0018] According to a third aspect of this disclosure, a fiber optic modular integrator for use in a vehicle is proposed, comprising: a base having a plurality of first accommodating cavities and a plurality of second accommodating cavities thereon, wherein an optical path exists between the first accommodating cavities and the second accommodating cavities; a sleeve for deployment in the second accommodating cavities, the sleeve having an insertion port for inserting an optical fiber; and a light source connected to the base, the light source comprising an LED matrix, the LED matrix comprising a plurality of independently controllable light-emitting units, the plurality of light-emitting units being correspondingly deployed within the plurality of first accommodating cavities, and the light emitted by the light source being directed outward via the optical fiber.

[0019] According to a fourth aspect of this disclosure, an optical trim for a vehicle is provided, comprising: a carrier layer having an optical fiber aperture thereon; the aforementioned optical component or optical fiber modular integrator, wherein the light-emitting end of the optical fiber is inserted into the optical fiber aperture; and a winding member coupled to the carrier layer for unfolding or winding the optical trim.

[0020] Preferably, the optical component further includes a light guide layer deployed on the first side of the carrier layer, and the optical fiber is inserted into the optical fiber hole from the second side of the carrier layer. The light emitted by the optical fiber is guided by the light guide layer to achieve the target light effect.

[0021] Preferably, the optical trim further includes the optical component described above, which is deployed on the second side of the carrier layer and coupled to the winding component, wherein the optical component is a retractable optical component.

[0022] According to a fifth aspect of this disclosure, a means of transportation is proposed, comprising: a body; and the aforementioned optical components, fiber optic modular integrators, or optical ornaments, deployed on the body. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Other features and advantages of this disclosure will be better understood through the following detailed description of preferred embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein the same reference numerals denote the same or similar parts.

[0024] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an exemplary optical component according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0025] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of an exemplary base and light source according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0026] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of an exemplary light source according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0027] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of an exemplary base near the light source side according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0028] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the near-fiber side of an exemplary base according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0029] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of an exemplary base, sleeve, and optical fiber according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0030] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of another exemplary base, sleeve, and optical fiber structure according to an embodiment of this disclosure is shown.

[0031] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure of an exemplary optical trimming element according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0032] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the structure of an exemplary fixed-form optical trimming element according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0033] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the structure of another exemplary fixed-form optical accessory according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0034] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of the structure of an exemplary rollable optical trimmings according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0035] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of the structure of another exemplary rollable optical trim according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0036] Figure 13 A schematic diagram of the structure of another exemplary rollable optical trim according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0037] Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the structure of another exemplary rollable optical trim according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0038] Figure 15 A schematic diagram illustrating the display effect of an exemplary optical trimming according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0039] Figure 16 A schematic diagram illustrating the connection relationship between an exemplary optical component and an optical trimming according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. Detailed Implementation

[0040] In the existing technology, optical components based on fiber transmission have technical problems such as coarse granularity of light effect control, insufficient diversity, limited dynamic change capability, complex manufacturing process, high dependence on manual operation, difficulty in achieving large-scale and standardization, and high manufacturing cost.

[0041] As described below, some exemplary embodiments of this disclosure provide a novel optical component and a vehicle in which it is applied to address at least some of the aforementioned technical problems.

[0042] refer to Figures 1 to 7 This disclosure provides an optical component 100, which includes a base 102. The base 102 has a plurality of first receiving cavities 1022 and a plurality of second receiving cavities 1024, with an optical path between the first receiving cavities 1022 and the second receiving cavities 1024. The first receiving cavities 1022 are used to receive a light source 106. In some examples, the optical component 100 further includes a sleeve 104, which is deployed in the second receiving cavity 1024. For example, the sleeve 104 may be interference-fitted with the second receiving cavity 1024. The sleeve 104 has a socket 1042 for inserting the first end of an optical fiber 108, wherein light emitted from the light source 106 is guided outward via the optical fiber 108.

[0043] In some examples, the inner wall of the first receiving cavity 1022 includes a total reflection surface, which may include one or more total reflection surfaces. The total reflection surface may be a polished smooth surface. The design of the total reflection surface helps to allow as much light emitted from the light source as possible to enter the optical fiber, thereby reducing energy consumption.

[0044] In some examples, the base 102 and / or sleeve 104 are integrally injection molded structures. The base 102 and sleeve 104 can be a single component or two separate components. In this example, integral injection molding is beneficial for improving production efficiency and enhancing product dimensional accuracy and consistency.

[0045] In some examples, the sleeve 104 includes a limiting portion 1044, which can be used to limit the position of the sleeve 104 inserted into the second receiving cavity 1024 to prevent the sleeve 104 from being over-inserted and damaging the light source inside the second receiving cavity 1024.

[0046] In some examples, the optical component 100 also includes a light source 106, which is connected to the base 102. The connection can be fixed or detachable, such as by welding, snap-fit ​​connection, threaded connection, etc.

[0047] In some examples, the light source 106 includes a plurality of light-emitting units 1062, each corresponding to a plurality of first receiving cavities 1022. In some examples, the light source 106 may be a light-emitting array, which includes a light-emitting matrix screen or a light-emitting matrix board (e.g., an LED matrix screen or LED matrix board, see reference). Figure 3The light-emitting array includes multiple independently controllable light-emitting units 1062 corresponding to multiple first receiving cavities 1022. The light-emitting units 1062 can be conventional LEDs, mini LEDs, micro LEDs, OLEDs, or QLEDs. Each light-emitting unit 1062 can be independently controlled, which is beneficial for achieving independent control of its corresponding light-emitting point / surface, such as brightness control, color control, or on / off control.

[0048] In some examples, the light-emitting array 106 includes one or more independently controllable light-emitting units 1062, and / or one or more independently controllable groups of light-emitting units 1062. The grouping method can be flexibly designed according to requirements. For example, such as... Figure 16 As shown, the optical component 100 is used for the optical trim 120, which has an optical fiber hole 1202 for inserting the second end of the optical fiber 108. The first end of the optical fiber 108 is inserted into the insertion hole 1042 of the sleeve 104. When multiple light-emitting units in the optical component 100 are designed to correspond to one light-emitting point in the optical trim 120 (e.g.) Figure 16 (e.g., light-emitting units L1, L2, and L3) can be grouped together and controlled independently of other light-emitting units. When a single light-emitting unit in the optical assembly 100 corresponds to multiple light-emitting points in the optical trim 120 (e.g., ...) Figure 16 The light-emitting unit L4 is a self-contained group, independently controlled by other light-emitting units. When multiple light-emitting units in the optical assembly 100 correspond to multiple light-emitting points in the optical trim 120 (e.g., ...), Figure 16 The light-emitting units L5, L6, L7 and L8 can be controlled independently of other light-emitting units (multiple light-emitting points can form a light-emitting surface, and independent control between light-emitting surfaces can be realized), or they can each form a group and be controlled independently of each other and other light-emitting units (achieving independent control between light-emitting points).

[0049] In some examples, the optical component 100 also includes an optical fiber 108. In some examples, the optical fiber 108 is fixedly connected to the sleeve 104. Optionally, the optical fiber 108 and the sleeve 104 can be fixed by interference fit or adhesive bonding. For example, the optical fiber 108 is inserted into the sleeve 104 through a socket 1042, and the sleeve 104 can be interference-fitted with the optical fiber 108 through the socket 1042. The light emitted by each light-emitting unit 1062 in the light source 106 in the corresponding first receiving cavity 1022 enters the optical fiber 108 through the socket 1042 and is conducted to the target position by the optical fiber 108. The optical fiber 108 is a light-guiding fiber, optionally with a diameter of 0.1~1.0mm, and has high-efficiency light guiding performance. The optical fiber 108 can be a single optical fiber, a bundle of multiple optical fibers, or multiple fiber bundles.

[0050] In some examples, the optical component 100 includes a light source 106, an optical fiber 108, a base 102, and a sleeve 104, which can form a fiber optic modular integrator. In some examples, the light source 106 is an LED matrix screen, coupled to the base, with multiple light-emitting units (LED chips) in the LED matrix screen deployed in multiple first receiving cavities 1022. Multiple optical fibers are inserted into second receiving cavities 1024 via sleeves 104 to form a matrix fiber bundle. The matrix fiber bundle and the LED chip can be one fiber bundle corresponding to one LED chip, or multiple fiber bundles corresponding to one LED chip.

[0051] In some examples, the socket 1042 is a through hole, allowing light emitted from the light-emitting unit 1062 to directly enter the optical fiber 108. In other examples, the socket 1042 is a blind hole, with the bottom surface of the sleeve made of a light-transmitting material. Light emitted from the light-emitting unit 1062 is transmitted through the bottom surface of the sleeve into the socket 1042, and then into the optical fiber 108 to achieve light transmission.

[0052] In some examples, the optical assembly 100 includes a plurality of sleeves 104, which correspond to a plurality of second receiving cavities 1024 deployed on the base 102. (See reference) Figure 6 and Figure 7 Each sleeve 104 can contain one or more optical fibers 108, or one or more bundles of optical fibers 108. The first end of each optical fiber 108 is connected to the sleeve 104, and the other end (second end) is connected to an optical component. The correspondence between the optical fibers 108 and the light-emitting points / surfaces of the optical components can be: one optical fiber / bundle corresponds to one light-emitting point / surface; all optical fibers within a sleeve correspond to one light-emitting point / surface; or all optical fibers within a sleeve can be divided into multiple groups, with each group corresponding to multiple light-emitting points / surfaces (e.g., ...). Figure 16 (As shown).

[0053] refer to Figures 8 to 15 In some examples, the optical component 100 is used for the optical trim 120. The optical trim 120 has a fiber optic port 1202 for inserting the second end of the optical fiber 108, allowing light emitted from the light source 106 to reach the optical trim 120 via the optical fiber 108 and then enter the vehicle's interior via the optical trim 120. In some examples, the optical component 100 includes a second sleeve 124 (the aforementioned sleeve 104 being the first sleeve), into which the optical fiber 108 is inserted, and the second sleeve 124 is inserted into the fiber optic port 1202, thereby connecting the optical fiber 108 to the optical trim 120.

[0054] In some examples, the optical trim 120 is a vehicle headliner. The headliner can be made of laminated fiberboard, which is then perforated using processes such as lasers to create fiber optic holes. For example, a starry sky headliner is a headliner with a starry sky design, which can be made of laminated fiberboard, which is then perforated using processes such as lasers to create starry sky holes.

[0055] In some examples, when the optical component 100 is used for the optical ornament 120, a single fiber bundle (which may include one or more optical fibers) in the optical component 100 (fiber optic modular integrator) can be inserted into the fiber optic hole 1202 of the optical ornament 120 to form a display surface (e.g., a starry sky top). Then, by controlling the light source (e.g., an LED matrix screen), the switching, color, brightness, etc. of each light-emitting point / surface can be controlled to display the desired patterns, text, numbers, dynamic effects, etc.

[0056] refer to Figures 9 to 13 In some examples, the optical component 120 includes a carrier layer 1203. The carrier layer 1203 has an optical fiber slot 1204, on which the optical fiber 108 can be deployed. In some examples, the carrier layer 1203 includes a foam layer, such as a black foam layer, which can shield the sidewalls of the optical fiber, thus preventing light leakage. The flexibility of the foam layer can reduce the probability of fiber breakage during bends. A groove can be provided in the middle of the foam layer as the optical fiber slot 1204, along which the optical fiber 108 can be deployed. In some examples, the foam layer can be made of polyurethane foam, which can achieve sound insulation and noise reduction.

[0057] In some examples, the optical component 120 includes a sunshade layer 1205, an adhesive layer 1206, a fabric layer 1207, and / or a touch layer (not shown). The sunshade layer 1205 can be made of foam or other light-blocking fabrics such as sunshade cloth to achieve a sun-shading effect. The adhesive layer 1206 is used to bond the different layers of the optical component together and can be glue or other adhesive materials, in the form of adhesive spots or films. The fabric layer 1207 can be PU leather, imitation suede, or other fabric materials. The touch layer can be a capacitive touch film, an infrared light-emitting component, or a spatial sensor, etc., to enable user interaction with the product and improve the user experience. In some examples, conductive metal wires or foils of their oxides can be used as the touch layer. When a finger touches the capacitive touch sensing circuit, the capacitance of the circuit changes, meaning the circuit senses the user's touch and generates a touch signal. This signal is transmitted to the corresponding control device, which then performs appropriate control actions on the optical element based on the received signal. In some examples, spatial sensors can be used to recognize human posture and gestures, unaffected by the unfolded or retracted state of the optical element, offering high reliability.

[0058] In some examples, the thickness of the shading layer 1205 can be 0.2~0.5mm, preferably 0.2~0.3mm. In some examples, the thickness of the load-bearing layer can be 0.3~0.8mm, preferably 0.3~0.5mm. In some examples, the thickness of the adhesive layer can be 0.1~0.2mm. In some examples, the thickness of the fabric layer can be 0.3~0.8mm, preferably 0.4~0.6mm.

[0059] refer to Figures 11 to 14 In some examples, the optical trim 120 includes a retractable optical trim, and the carrier layer 1203 can be made of flexible materials such as polyester fiber or polyamide fiber. In some examples, the carrier layer 1203 is a foam layer, such as a black foam layer, which not only prevents light leakage from the sidewalls of the optical fiber and provides sound insulation and noise reduction, but also facilitates retraction.

[0060] In some examples, the manufacturing process of the optical component 120 is as follows: A fabric layer 1207 and a foam layer 1203 (i.e., the carrier layer) are laminated (via an adhesive layer 1206). Then, fiber optic holes 1202 are punched. After punching, a groove with a diameter of 1-2 mm and a depth of 1-2 mm is cut on the back of the foam layer 1203 (this can be adjusted according to the thickness of the fiber, covering the diameter of the fiber). The fiber optic cable 108 is inserted through the hole on the front of the fabric layer 1207, exits through the hole on the back of the carrier layer 1203, and is then led out along the fiber optic groove 1204 of the carrier layer. The led-out fiber optic cable can be subsequently inserted into the first sleeve 104. (Reference) Figure 13 In some examples, the optical fiber 108 is fixed to the position of the optical fiber hole 1202 in the foam layer 1203 by adhesive block 130. The optical fiber hole 1202 or optical fiber groove 1204 can be sealed with adhesive or by covering the sunshade layer 1205 with the carrier layer 1203 to wrap the optical fiber and prevent it from leaking light.

[0061] refer to Figure 9 and Figure 10 In other examples, the optical element 120 includes a fixed-form optical element. The support layer 1203 in the fixed-form optical element may be made of fiberboard, hemp fiberboard, or a plastic support, and can support other layers in the optical element.

[0062] refer to Figure 15 This disclosure presents a schematic diagram of the display effect of an optical trim 120. Using the optical component 100 of this disclosure, the light-emitting points / surfaces in the optical trim 120 can be independently controlled, and any pattern can be displayed according to user control, such as constellations, text, vehicle information, shooting stars, stars, etc. The display effect is flexible and diverse, which can meet the diverse and personalized needs of users and has good commercial value.

[0063] Another embodiment of this disclosure provides a base for a vehicle, which has multiple first accommodating cavities and multiple second accommodating cavities. An optical path exists between the first and second accommodating cavities. The first accommodating cavities are used to accommodate a light source, and the second accommodating cavities are used to accommodate optical fibers. This embodiment is similar to the implementation of the base in the optical components described above, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0064] Another embodiment of this disclosure proposes a fiber optic modular integrator for transportation vehicles, comprising: a base having a plurality of first receiving cavities and a plurality of second receiving cavities, with an optical path between the first and second receiving cavities; a sleeve for deployment in the second receiving cavities, the sleeve having a socket for inserting optical fibers; and a light source connected to the base, the light source comprising an LED matrix, the LED matrix comprising a plurality of independently controllable light-emitting units, the plurality of light-emitting units being correspondingly deployed within the plurality of first receiving cavities, and the light emitted by the light source being directed outward via the optical fibers. This embodiment is similar to the implementation of the optical components described above, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0065] Another embodiment of this disclosure provides an optical trim for a vehicle, comprising: a carrier layer having an optical fiber aperture thereon; the aforementioned optical component, wherein the light-emitting end of the optical fiber is inserted into the optical fiber aperture; and a winding component coupled to the carrier layer for unfolding or winding the optical trim.

[0066] Preferably, the optical component further includes a light guide layer deployed on the first side of the carrier layer, and the optical fiber is inserted into the optical fiber hole from the second side of the carrier layer. The light emitted by the optical fiber is guided by the light guide layer to achieve the target light effect.

[0067] Preferably, the optical trim further includes the optical component described above, deployed on the second side of the carrier layer and coupled to the retractable component, wherein the optical component is a retractable optical component. This embodiment is similar to the implementation of the optical component described above, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0068] Another embodiment of this disclosure provides a vehicle, including: a body; and the aforementioned optical components, fiber optic modular integrators, or optical trims, deployed on the body. This embodiment is similar to the implementation of the optical components described above, and therefore will not be repeated here.

[0069] It should be noted that this disclosure (e.g., the disclosed concepts, etc.) has been described in the specification of this patent document and / or illustrated in the figures according to exemplary embodiments; the embodiments of this disclosure are presented by way of example only and are not intended to be limiting of the scope of this disclosure. The structure and / or arrangement of the elements of the disclosed concepts embodied in this disclosure as described in the specification and / or illustrated in the figures are merely illustrative. Although exemplary embodiments of this disclosure have been described in detail in this patent document, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that equivalents, modifications, variations, etc., of the subject matter of the exemplary and alternative embodiments are possible and are considered to be within the scope of this disclosure; all such subject matter (e.g., modifications, variations, embodiments, combinations, equivalents, etc.) are intended to be included within the scope of this disclosure. It should also be noted that various modifications, variations, substitutions, equivalents, alterations, omissions, etc., may be made in the configuration and / or arrangement of the exemplary embodiments (e.g., in terms of concepts, designs, structures, devices, forms, assemblies, constructions, means, functions, systems, processes / methods, steps, the order of process / method steps, operations, operating conditions, performance, materials, composition, combinations, etc.) without departing from the scope of this disclosure; all such subject matter (e.g., modifications, variations, embodiments, combinations, equivalents, etc.) is intended to be included within the scope of this disclosure. The scope of this disclosure is not intended to be limited to the subject matter (e.g., details, structures, functions, materials, behaviors, steps, sequences, systems, results, etc.) described in the specification and / or figures of this patent document. Given that the claims of this patent document will be properly interpreted as covering the full scope of the subject matter of this disclosure (e.g., including any and all such modifications, variations, embodiments, combinations, equivalents, etc.), it should be understood that the terminology used in this patent document is for the purpose of providing a description of the subject matter of exemplary embodiments and not as a limitation on the scope of this disclosure.

[0070] It should also be noted that, according to exemplary embodiments, this disclosure may include conventional techniques (e.g., techniques implemented and / or integrated in exemplary embodiments, modifications, variations, combinations, equivalents, etc.), or may include any other applicable techniques (now and / or in the future) with the ability to perform the functions and processes / operations described in the specification and / or illustrated in the figures. All such techniques (e.g., techniques implemented in the manner of embodiments, modifications, variations, combinations, equivalents, etc.) are considered to be within the scope of this disclosure of the patent document.

Claims

1. An optical component (100) for use in a vehicle, comprising: The base (102) has a plurality of first accommodating cavities (1022) and a plurality of second accommodating cavities (1024) there is an optical path between the first accommodating cavities (1022) and the second accommodating cavities (1024), and the first accommodating cavity (1022) is used to accommodate the light source (106).

2. The optical component (100) according to claim 1 further comprises: A sleeve (104) is provided for deployment in the second receiving cavity (1024). The sleeve (104) has a socket (1042) for inserting the first end of the optical fiber (108), wherein the light emitted by the light source (106) is led out through the optical fiber (108).

3. The optical component (100) according to claim 1 further comprises: The light source (106) is connected to the base (102). The light source (106) includes a light-emitting array, which includes multiple light-emitting units (1062) corresponding to the multiple first receiving cavities (1022). The light-emitting array includes a light-emitting matrix screen or a light-emitting matrix plate.

4. The optical component (100) according to claim 3, wherein, The light-emitting array includes one or more light-emitting units that can be controlled independently, and / or one or more groups of light-emitting units that can be controlled independently.

5. The optical component (100) according to claim 1, wherein, The inner wall of the first receiving cavity (1022) includes a total reflective surface.

6. The optical component (100) according to claim 1, wherein, The base (102) is an integral injection molded structure.

7. The optical component (100) according to claim 2, wherein, The sleeve (104) is an integral injection molded structure.

8. The optical component (100) according to claim 2, wherein, The sleeve (104) is interference-fitted with the second receiving cavity (1024).

9. The optical component (100) according to claim 2, wherein, The sleeve (104) includes a limiting part (1044) for limiting the position of the sleeve (104) inserted into the second receiving cavity (1024).

10. The optical component (100) according to claim 2, wherein, The optical fiber (108) is fixed to the sleeve (104), and the fixing method between the optical fiber (108) and the sleeve (104) includes interference fit fixing or adhesive fixing.

11. The optical component (100) according to claim 2, wherein, The optical component (100) is used for the optical trim (120), which has an optical fiber hole (1202) for inserting the second end of the optical fiber (108) so that the light emitted by the light source (106) reaches the optical trim (120) via the optical fiber (108) and enters the interior of the vehicle via the optical trim (120).

12. The optical component (100) according to claim 11, wherein, The optical trim (120) includes: The carrier layer (1203) has an optical fiber slot (1204) thereon for the optical fiber (108) to be deployed on the optical fiber slot (1204).

13. The optical component (100) according to claim 12, wherein, The carrier layer (1203) includes a black foam layer for shielding the sidewalls of the optical fiber (108) from light.

14. A fiber optic modular integrator for use in transportation vehicles, comprising: The base (102) has a plurality of first receiving cavities (1022) and a plurality of second receiving cavities (1024) thereon, and there is an optical path between the first receiving cavities (1022) and the second receiving cavities (1024); A sleeve (104) is provided for deployment in the second receiving cavity (1024), and the sleeve (104) is provided with a socket (1042) for inserting an optical fiber (108). A light source (106) is connected to the base (102). The light source (106) includes an LED matrix, which includes multiple independently controllable light-emitting units (1062). The multiple light-emitting units (1062) are deployed in multiple first accommodating cavities (1022). The light emitted by the light source (106) is directed outward via the optical fiber (108).

15. An optical element (120) for use in a vehicle, comprising: The carrier layer (1203) has fiber optic holes (1202) on it. The optical component (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 13 or the fiber optic modular integrator according to claim 14, wherein the light-emitting end of the optical fiber (108) is inserted into the fiber optic hole (1202). A winding component, coupled to the carrier layer (1203), is used to enable the unfolding or winding of the optical ornament (120).

16. The optical trim (120) according to claim 15, wherein, Also includes: A light guide layer is deployed on the first side of the carrier layer (1203). The optical fiber (108) is inserted into the optical fiber hole (1202) from the second side of the carrier layer (1203). The light emitted by the optical fiber is guided by the light guide layer to achieve the target light effect.

17. The optical trim (120) according to claim 16, wherein, The optical component (100) is deployed on the second side of the carrier layer (1203) and coupled to the winding component. The optical component (100) is a retractable optical component.

18. A means of transport, comprising: ontology; The optical component (100) of any one of claims 1 to 13, or the fiber optic modular integrator of claim 14, or the optical trim (120) of any one of claims 15 to 17, is deployed on the body.

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