Rail module and rail system

Abstract

The application provides a track module and a track system. The track module comprises: at least two track sections, each track section comprising a power rail; at least one connecting rail between two adjacent power rails; and at least two electrical connection assemblies, each electrical connection assembly being mechanically and electrically connected to the connecting rail and a corresponding power rail at two ends of the electrical connection assembly, so that the two adjacent track sections are electrically connected through the connecting rail. The application sets at least one connecting rail between two adjacent power rails, ensuring the continuous transmission of power in the track module. Each electrical connection assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the connecting rail and a corresponding power rail at two ends of the electrical connection assembly, so that power can be transmitted from one track section to another track section.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a track module and track system, belonging to the field of lighting technology. Background Technology

[0002] Track lighting systems are widely used in shopping malls, exhibition halls, and other venues because their installation position and working angle can be adjusted according to needs. Given that track lighting systems are commonly used in large-scale settings, current market track lighting systems are typically composed of multiple sections of guide rails. Therefore, electrical connectors are often required to achieve the electrical connection between these multiple guide rail sections.

[0003] In rail systems, electric guide rails are key components for transmitting electrical energy, and their stability and reliability are crucial for ensuring the normal operation of the rail system. Traditionally, the connection of electric guide rails between track sections often relies on complex mechanical structures and contact devices. These methods are not only costly to install and maintain, but also prone to problems such as poor contact and increased resistance under long-term operation and harsh environmental conditions, thus affecting the efficiency and safety of power transmission.

[0004] In view of this, it is indeed necessary to provide a track module and track system to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a track module that can realize electrical connection between two track segments.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a track module, comprising:

[0007] At least two track segments, each track segment including an electric guide rail;

[0008] At least one connecting rail is located between two adjacent power rails;

[0009] At least two electrical connection components, each of which is mechanically and electrically connected at both ends to a connecting rail and a corresponding power rail, respectively, so that two adjacent rail segments are electrically connected via the connecting rail.

[0010] Optionally, the electrical connection assembly includes two electrical connectors arranged along the longitudinal direction of the track segment, one of which is mounted on the power guide rail and the other is mounted on the connecting guide rail, and the two electrical connectors are electrically connected by electrical wires.

[0011] Optional, electrical connections include:

[0012] Mounting bracket, fitted onto power rail;

[0013] The conductive element is located in the mounting base and makes electrical contact with the power rail;

[0014] The mounting base is provided with a through hole for the power supply wire to make electrical contact with the conductive component.

[0015] Optionally, the electrical connector may also include a spring fitted within the mounting base, the spring resiliently extending into the through hole to compress the electrical wire.

[0016] Optionally, the spring has a first state and a second state. In the first state, the spring extends into the through hole and abuts against the electrical wire. In the second state, the spring undergoes elastic deformation and moves away from the through hole, allowing the electrical wire to freely enter and exit the through hole.

[0017] Optionally, the electrical connector may also include a pressing element exposed in the mounting base, with a spring abutting against the pressing element to switch between a first state and a second state under the squeezing action of the pressing element.

[0018] Optionally, the power rail includes an electrical conductor, and the conductive element is in electrical contact with the electrical conductor.

[0019] Optionally, the track segment also includes mechanical guide rails, with electric guide rails mounted on the mechanical guide rails. The track module also includes connectors that mechanically connect the mechanical guide rails of two adjacent track segments, with connecting guide rails mounted on the connectors.

[0020] Optionally, the mechanical guide rail is provided with an assembly groove, and the electric guide rail is assembled in the assembly groove; the connector is provided with a receiving groove, and the connecting guide rail is assembled in the receiving groove, and the receiving groove is adapted to the assembly groove.

[0021] Another object of the present invention is to provide a track system comprising the above-described track module.

[0022] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a track system including the aforementioned track module;

[0023] The connecting device is mechanically and electrically connected to the track module.

[0024] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0025] This invention places at least one connecting rail between two adjacent power rails, ensuring continuous power transmission within the track module. Each electrical connection component is mechanically and electrically connected at both ends to the connecting rail and the corresponding power rail, respectively, enabling power transmission from one track segment to another. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a track module conforming to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Exploded view of the track module shown;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the electrical connection assembly and the connecting rail;

[0029] Figure 4 This is an assembly diagram of the electrical connector and the power rail / connection rail.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0031] 100-track module;

[0032] 110 - Mechanical guide rail, 1101 - Assembly slot;

[0033] 120 - Connector, 1201 - Receiving slot;

[0034] 130 - Electric rail, 1301 - Electrical conductor;

[0035] 140 - Connecting guide rail;

[0036] 150 - Electrical connection assembly, 1501 - Electrical connector, 1502 - Electrical wire, 1511 - Mounting base, 1512 - Conductive element, 1513 - Through hole, 1514 - Spring, 1515 - Pressing element. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0038] The present invention provides a track system. The track system includes a track module 100 and a connecting device, wherein the connecting device is mechanically and electrically connected to the track module 100.

[0039] like Figure 1 As shown, the track module 100 includes a mechanical guide rail 110, a connector 120, a power guide rail 130, a connecting guide rail 140, and an electrical connection assembly 150.

[0040] The track module 100 includes at least two track segments. Each track segment includes mechanical guide rails 110, meaning there are at least two mechanical guide rails 110. In this embodiment, there are two mechanical guide rails 110, and a connector 120 mechanically connects two adjacent mechanical guide rails 110. The mechanical guide rails 110 serve as the skeleton of the track system, and precision machining ensures smoothness and straightness, providing a stable operating path for the connected equipment. The connector 120 is made of high-strength material, ensuring a firm and reliable mechanical connection between adjacent mechanical guide rails 110, effectively resisting vibration and impact.

[0041] It should be noted that the connecting device can be a lighting fixture, a camera, a sign, etc., and this invention does not limit it. These connecting devices can be directly mechanically and electrically connected to the track module 100, or they can be mechanically and electrically connected to the track module 100 through a transfer structure such as a connecting structure. This invention does not limit it.

[0042] like Figure 2 As shown, the mechanical guide rail 110 is provided with an assembly slot 1101, and the power guide rail 130 is assembled in the assembly slot 1101. Each track segment includes a power guide rail 130. This design protects the power lines from external interference while maintaining the neat and uniform appearance of the track module 100. The design of the assembly slot 1101 facilitates the quick installation and replacement of the power guide rail 130, improving the maintainability of the system. The power guide rail 130 includes an electrical conductor 1301. Connecting devices can draw power from any position in the track module 100 by contacting the electrical conductor 1301 in the power guide rail 130.

[0043] The connector 120 is provided with a receiving groove 1201, and the connecting rail 140 is assembled in the receiving groove 1201. The receiving groove 1201 is adapted to the mounting groove 1101. The adaptive design of the receiving groove 1201 and the mounting groove 1101 ensures that the connecting rail 140 can be accurately assembled onto the connector 120 and form a good alignment with the power rail 130 of the adjacent track section. This precise assembly helps to ensure the reliability and stability of the electrical connection and reduces problems caused by assembly errors. When it is necessary to repair or replace the connecting rail 140, it can be easily removed from the receiving groove 1201 for necessary repair or replacement, reducing maintenance costs and improving maintenance efficiency.

[0044] The connecting rail 140 is located between the power rails 130 of two adjacent track segments and is electrically connected to each of the power rails 130 of those two adjacent track segments. The connecting rail 140 ensures seamless power transfer between the power rails 130 of adjacent track segments, thus guaranteeing continuous power transmission throughout the track system. Through the electrical connection of the connecting rail 140, the power rails 130 of adjacent track segments form a unified whole, enhancing the stability and reliability of the entire track system and helping to reduce system failures caused by power transmission interruptions or instability. During installation, simply place the connecting rail 140 between adjacent track segments and make the necessary electrical connections. During maintenance, if it is necessary to replace or repair a track segment, the connecting rail 140 can be easily disconnected, and the corresponding operation can be performed.

[0045] This embodiment includes two electrical connection components 150. Each electrical connection component 150 is mechanically and electrically connected at both ends to a connecting rail 140 and a corresponding power rail 130, respectively, enabling electrical conduction between adjacent track segments via the connecting rail 140. The electrical connection components 150 are crucial for achieving continuous power supply to the track system. By setting up the electrical connection components 150, multiple track segments are electrically connected, ultimately achieving electrical connection of the entire track module 100, providing a basis for connecting devices to draw power from any location within the track module 100.

[0046] like Figures 3-4 As shown, the electrical connection assembly 150 includes two electrical connectors 1501 arranged along the longitudinal direction of the track segment. One electrical connector 1501 is mounted on the power guide rail 130, and the other electrical connector 1501 is mounted on the connecting guide rail 140. The two electrical connectors 1501 are electrically connected to each other via an electrical conductor 1502. The electrical connection assembly 150, with its two electrical connectors 1501 mounted on the power guide rail 130 and the connecting guide rail 140 respectively, and the electrical connection between them achieved via the electrical conductor 1502, ensures continuous power transmission between adjacent track segments and avoids power interruptions or instability.

[0047] Electrical connector 1501 includes mounting base 1511 and conductive element 1512.

[0048] Mounting bracket 1511 is fitted onto power rail 130 and connecting rail 140. Mounting bracket 1511 is inserted into connecting rail 140 and corresponding power rail 130 respectively in a vertical direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the rail segment. This vertical insertion design allows electrical connector 1501 to be firmly fixed on power rail 130 and connecting rail 140.

[0049] Conductive element 1512 is disposed in mounting base 1511 and is in electrical contact with power rail 130. This design ensures smooth current transmission between power rail 130 and electrical connector 1501. The good electrical contact between conductive element 1512 and power rail 130 reduces resistance and energy loss, improving power transmission efficiency. Similarly, conductive element 1512 of electrical connector 1501 mounted on connecting rail 140 is also in electrical contact with electrical conductor 1301 in connecting rail 140.

[0050] Mounting base 1511 has a through hole 1513 for electrical contact between the power supply wire 1502 and the conductive component 1512. The wire 1502 passes through the through hole 1513 and makes electrical contact with the conductive component 1512. The wire 1502 can directly pass through the through hole 1513 of the mounting base 1511 and make contact with the conductive component 1512 without the need for additional connection devices or steps. This design simplifies the electrical connection process and improves work efficiency.

[0051] The electrical connector 1501 also includes a spring 1514 assembled in the mounting base 1511 and a pressing member 1515 exposed in the mounting base 1511. The spring 1514 elastically abuts against the pressing member 1515 and can undergo elastic deformation under the pressing action of the pressing member 1515.

[0052] The spring 1514 has a first state and a second state. Through the cooperation between the pressing member 1515 and the spring 1514, the spring 1514 can easily switch between the first state and the second state under the squeezing action of the pressing member 1515.

[0053] In the first state, the spring piece 1514 extends into the through hole 1513 and abuts against the electrical wire 1502. That is, in the first state, the pressing member 1515 does not press the spring piece 1514, and the spring piece 1514 is in a natural, unforced state. At this time, in the vertical direction, the spring piece 1514 at least partially covers the through hole 1513. When the electrical wire 1502 enters the through hole 1513 from the outside, it will be blocked by the spring piece 1514 and cannot make electrical contact with the conductive member 1512, that is, the electrical connection between the electrical connector 1501 and the power rail 130 / connecting rail 140 cannot be achieved.

[0054] In the second state, the spring piece 1514 undergoes elastic deformation and moves away from the through hole 1513, allowing the electrical wire 1502 to freely enter and exit the through hole 1513. Specifically, in the second state, the spring piece 1514 is pressed by the pressing member 1515 and moves towards the power rail 130 / connecting rail 140, causing the spring piece 1514 to undergo elastic deformation until, in the vertical direction, the spring piece 1514 no longer covers the through hole 1513. At this time, when the electrical wire 1502 passes through the through hole 1513 from the outside and enters the interior of the electrical connector 1501, it is no longer obstructed by the spring piece 1514. The electrical wire 1502 can continue to extend inward until it makes electrical contact with the conductive member 1512, thus realizing the electrical connection between the electrical connector 1501 and the power rail 130 / connecting rail 140.

[0055] Furthermore, after the conductor 1502 makes electrical contact with the conductive element 1512, the pressing element 1515 can be released. At this time, the spring 1514 begins to rebound under its own elastic force, abutting against the conductor 1502 and firmly holding it in place, thus confining the conductor 1502 within the through hole 1513. This effectively prevents it from loosening or falling off, ensuring a good electrical contact between the conductor 1502 and the conductive element 1512, thereby improving the stability and safety of the electrical connection. Simultaneously, the abutting action of the spring 1514 also prevents the conductor 1502 from breaking due to vibration or impact, further enhancing the safety of the electrical connection.

[0056] When connecting the electrical wire 1502 and the electrical connector 1501, the user only needs to press the pressing piece 1515 to achieve the elastic deformation of the spring piece 1514 and the limiting and fixing of the electrical wire 1502. This design simplifies the connection and disconnection process and improves work efficiency. At the same time, due to the elastic recovery characteristics of the spring piece 1514, when the electrical wire 1502 is not installed, releasing the pressing piece 1515 will automatically return the spring piece 1514 to its initial state, facilitating the next connection operation.

[0057] The design of the spring 1514 and the pressing element 1515 allows users to more intuitively understand the working status of the electrical connector 1501. For example, by observing the position of the pressing element 1515, users can determine whether the electrical connector 1501 has been correctly connected or disconnected. This design improves user experience and satisfaction.

[0058] Of course, when electrical connector 1501 requires maintenance or replacement, the user can easily disconnect the connection and perform the necessary operations by pressing the press 1515. This design reduces maintenance difficulty and cost, and improves the maintainability of the system.

[0059] In this embodiment, when connecting two track segments, the two mechanical guide rails 110 are mechanically connected by the connector 120. First, connect the connecting rail 140 and the power rail 130 on one side to the electrical connection. Insert two electrical connectors 1501 into the connecting rail 140 and the power rail 130 respectively, so that the conductive element 1512 in the electrical connector 1501 is in electrical contact with the conductor 1301 of the connecting rail 140 and the power rail 130. Insert both ends of the wire 1502 into the through holes 1513 of the electrical connector 1501 on the connecting rail 140 and the power rail 130 respectively. Fix the wire 1502 in the electrical connector 1501 by the cooperation of the pressing element 1515 and the spring piece 1514, and ensure that it is in electrical contact with the conductive element 1512 in the electrical connector 1501. In this way, the electrical connection between the two electrical connectors 1501 can be realized, thereby realizing the electrical connection between the connecting rail 140 and the power rail 130 on one side. Secondly, the electrical connection is established between the connecting rail 140 and the power rail 130 on the other side, the process of which will not be described in detail. Electricity flows between the connecting rail 140 and the power rails 130 on both sides through two sets of electrical connection components 150, thereby finally realizing the electrical connection between the two power rails 130.

[0060] In summary, the track module 100 of this embodiment of the invention is provided with two electrical connection components 150. The two ends of each electrical connection component 150 are electrically connected to the connecting rail 140 and the corresponding power rail 130, respectively, so as to realize the electrical connection between the two track segments.

[0061] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention.

Claims

1. A track module, characterized in that, include: At least two track segments, each of which includes an electric rail (130); At least one connecting rail (140) is located between two adjacent power rails (130); At least two electrical connection components (150) are provided, each of which is mechanically and electrically connected at both ends to the connecting rail (140) and the corresponding power rail (130), respectively, so that two adjacent track segments are electrically connected by means of the connecting rail (140).

2. The track module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electrical connection assembly (150) includes two electrical connectors (1501) arranged along the longitudinal direction of the track segment. One electrical connector (1501) is mounted on the power guide rail (130), and the other electrical connector (1501) is mounted on the connecting guide rail (140). The two electrical connectors (1501) are electrically connected to each other by an electrical conductor (1502).

3. The track module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The electrical connector (1501) includes: Mounting bracket (1511) is fitted onto the power rail (130); A conductive element (1512) is disposed in the mounting base (1511) and is in electrical contact with the power rail (130); The mounting base (1511) is provided with a through hole (1513) for the electrical wire (1502) to make electrical contact with the conductive element (1512).

4. The track module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The electrical connector (1501) also includes a spring (1514) assembled in the mounting base (1511), the spring (1514) extending elastically into the through hole (1513) to compress the electrical wire (1502).

5. The track module according to claim 4, characterized in that, The spring piece (1514) has a first state and a second state. In the first state, the spring piece (1514) extends into the through hole (1513) and abuts against the electrical wire (1502). In the second state, the spring piece (1514) undergoes elastic deformation and moves away from the through hole (1513), and the electrical wire (1502) can freely enter and exit the through hole (1513).

6. The track module according to claim 5, characterized in that, The electrical connector (1501) also includes a pressing member (1515) exposed in the mounting base (1511), the spring piece (1514) elastically abutting against the pressing member (1515) to switch between a first state and a second state under the squeezing action of the pressing member (1515).

7. The track module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The power rail (130) includes an electrical conductor, and the conductive element (1512) is in electrical contact with the electrical conductor.

8. The track module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The track segment also includes a mechanical guide rail (110), the electric guide rail (130) is assembled on the mechanical guide rail (110), the track module also includes a connector (120) that mechanically connects the mechanical guide rails (110) of two adjacent track segments, and the connecting guide rail (140) is assembled on the connector (120).

9. The track module according to claim 8, characterized in that, The mechanical guide rail (110) is provided with an assembly groove (1101), and the electric guide rail (130) is assembled in the assembly groove (1101); the connector (120) is provided with a receiving groove (1201), and the connecting guide rail (140) is assembled in the receiving groove (1201), and the receiving groove (1201) is adapted to the assembly groove (1101).

10. A track system, characterized in that, include: The track module as described in any one of claims 1-9; The connecting device is mechanically and electrically connected to the track module.

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