Card holder assembly and electronic device

Abstract

Embodiments of the present application relate to a card holder assembly and an electronic device, wherein the card holder assembly comprises a card holder body, a head assembly and a locking piece. The card holder body is used to support a card, the head assembly is connected to the card holder body, and the locking piece is used to lock the card holder body or the head assembly to a shell in the thickness direction. The card holder assembly and the electronic device provided by the embodiments of the present application lock the card holder body or the head assembly and the shell in the thickness direction through the locking piece. Compared with the related art, a larger space is saved in the length direction or the width direction of the card holder assembly, and the locking piece can be mounted to the shell, or mounted to the head assembly or the card holder body, and can be connected in the thickness direction by embedding or inserting a part, so that the overall structure of the card holder assembly is more compact, which is conducive to the miniaturization of the electronic device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic equipment technology, and more particularly to a card tray assembly and electronic equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, SIM cards (Subscriber Identity Modules) and memory cards are usually installed on a card tray assembly and plugged into the electronic device along with the card tray assembly.

[0003] In related technologies, the locking and fitting structure between the card tray assembly and the electronic device is set in the length or width direction of the card tray assembly and the electronic device respectively. This will occupy a large space in the length or width direction of the card tray assembly, which is not conducive to the miniaturization of the electronic device. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a card tray assembly and an electronic device to reduce the space occupied by the card tray assembly and facilitate the miniaturization of the electronic device.

[0005] This application provides a card tray assembly in a first aspect for insertion and mating with the housing of an electronic device, wherein the card tray assembly includes: a card tray body, a head assembly, and a locking member, the card tray body for holding a card; the head assembly is connected to the card tray body; and the locking member is used to lock the card tray body or the head assembly to the housing in the thickness direction.

[0006] In the card tray assembly provided in this application embodiment, the card tray body supports the card, and the head assembly is connected to the card tray body and inserted into the housing of the electronic device together with the card tray body. A locking member secures the card tray body or head assembly to the housing in the thickness direction. Compared to related technologies, this design saves significant space in the length or width direction of the card tray assembly. Furthermore, the locking member can be installed in the housing, the head assembly, or the card tray body, and can be partially embedded or plugged in the thickness direction, making the overall structure of the card tray assembly more compact and beneficial for the miniaturization of electronic devices.

[0007] As one possible implementation, the tray assembly further includes a drive member for engaging with a locking member to unlock the tray body or the head assembly from the housing.

[0008] The tool for disassembling the card tray assembly can be a ejector pin. Under the action of the ejector pin, the drive mechanism engages with the locking mechanism, thereby unlocking the card tray body or head assembly from the housing. The drive mechanism can be installed inside the card tray assembly, making the structure of the card tray assembly more compact.

[0009] In one specific embodiment, the drive member includes a second body, a second spring, and a drive portion, wherein the drive portion is formed on the second body, and the second spring abuts between the second body and the head assembly.

[0010] When the ejector pin pushes against the second body, the second spring is compressed, and the drive unit can cooperate with the locking member to unlock. Specifically, the drive unit can be a wedge-shaped block formed on the second body.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the locking element is used for mounting on the housing. During assembly, the locking element can be installed on the housing first, and then the assembled card tray body and head assembly can be inserted into the housing together, so that the card tray body or head assembly is locked with the locking element.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the locking member includes a locking portion; the head assembly is provided with a snap-fit ​​portion; the snap-fit ​​portion is used to cooperate with the locking portion when the head assembly abuts against the housing in the thickness direction, so that the locking member locks the head assembly to the housing in the thickness direction.

[0013] In the above embodiment, the locking between the card tray assembly and the housing is achieved by a snap-fit ​​mechanism. That is, the head assembly is provided with a snap-fit ​​part, which may specifically be a snap hole, and the locking part may be a protrusion structure on the locking member, etc. When the head assembly slides into the housing, the head assembly and the housing abut against each other in the thickness direction, and the locking member undergoes extrusion deformation. Under the action of deformation restoring force, the locking part can move to engage with the snap-fit ​​part for locking.

[0014] In one possible implementation, the locking member further includes a pushing part, which is used to move under the drive of the driving member to disengage the locking part from the engaging part.

[0015] In the above embodiments, the pushing part moves under the action of the driving member, which in turn drives the locking part to move until it disengages from the engaging part. Specifically, the pushing part can be a protruding structure, which causes the entire locking part to deform under the action of the driving member, and the locking part disengages from the engaging part under the deformation.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the locking member further includes an elastic portion for driving the locking portion to engage with the latching portion.

[0017] In the above embodiment, when the head assembly slides into the housing, the local compression between the two in the thickness direction causes the locking member to deform, and the elastic part is compressed. Under the elastic force of the elastic part releasing the compressive force, the locking part tends to move towards the engaging part, thereby allowing the locking part to engage with the engaging part.

[0018] In one specific embodiment, the locking member may include a main body portion, wherein both the locking portion and the pushing portion may be integrally formed on the main body portion. The elastic portion may be foam bonded to the main body portion.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the tray assembly further includes a first elastic element; the first elastic element is connected between the tray body and the head assembly, and is used to lock the tray body and the head assembly under the action of elastic force; the first elastic element is also used to use elastic force to restore the tray body to lock with the head assembly when the head assembly and the tray body are separated.

[0020] In the above embodiments, the function of the first elastic element is to: lock the head assembly and the card tray body together when the card tray assembly is installed in place; and, when the head assembly and the card tray body are unlocked and moved away from each other, use the elastic force to drive the card tray body to move closer to the head assembly.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the card holder body is provided with two first positioning posts; the head assembly is provided with two second positioning posts; the first positioning posts and the second positioning posts are opposite each other; the number of first elastic members is two, and the two first elastic members are respectively sleeved on a pair of corresponding first positioning posts and second positioning posts.

[0022] In the above embodiments, the first elastic element can specifically be a rubber ring. When the head assembly separates from the tray body, the first elastic element tends to return to its initial state, thus locking the tray body and the head assembly together. The two first elastic elements are independent of each other, forming a stable rebound effect.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the card holder body is provided with a first positioning post; the head assembly is provided with two third positioning posts; and the corresponding parts of the first elastic member are respectively sleeved on the first positioning post and the two second positioning posts.

[0024] Unlike the embodiments described above, only one first elastic element is used to lock the card tray body and the head assembly, resulting in a simpler structure.

[0025] Specifically, the first elastic element can also be a rubber block.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the tray assembly further includes a second elastic element disposed between the tray body and the head assembly, for driving the head assembly to move away from the tray body under elastic force.

[0027] In the above embodiments, when the head assembly unlocks from the card tray body, the second elastic element can drive the head assembly to pop out in a direction away from the card tray body, allowing the head assembly and card tray body to separate. However, under the action of the first elastic element, the head assembly and card tray body will not completely separate. If the head assembly and card tray body are popped out as a whole, a large force is required. If only the head assembly is popped out, a large force is not required, and then the head assembly and card tray body can be pulled out of the housing by hand.

[0028] In one possible implementation, the second elastic element includes a first spring and a slider; the first spring abuts between the tray body and the head assembly, and the first spring drives the head assembly to move away from the tray body under the action of elastic force;

[0029] The slider is connected to the first spring and is used to slide along the head assembly when the first spring drives the head assembly to move.

[0030] In the above embodiment, when the card tray assembly and housing are in the locked state after installation, the first spring is in a compressed state. As the head assembly and card tray body unlock, the first spring can drive the head assembly to move away from the card tray body under its elastic force, at which point the slider can slide on the head assembly.

[0031] In one possible implementation, the head assembly includes a card tray head and a connector that connects the card tray head and the card tray body.

[0032] In the above embodiments, the card tray head and card tray body are relatively fixed by a connector, and can pop out as a whole after being unlocked from the housing. Unlike the above embodiments, in this connection method, the head assembly and card tray body never detach, which has the advantage of simple structure.

[0033] In one specific embodiment, the connector may be a general C-shaped structure with slots formed on both the card tray head and the card tray body. After the connector is inserted into the slot, it binds the card tray head and the card tray body together.

[0034] In one possible implementation, the tray body is provided with a limiting hole, and the head assembly is slidably connected to the limiting hole.

[0035] In the above embodiments, the head assembly is slidably connected in the limiting hole, so that the head assembly will not completely detach from the card tray body, thereby ensuring the stability of the card tray assembly.

[0036] In one possible implementation, the head assembly includes a card holder head and a connector, the connector connecting the card holder head and the card holder body; the connector is slidably engaged with the limiting hole.

[0037] In the above embodiment, the connector cooperates with the limiting hole. When the head assembly and the card tray body are unlocked and ejected, the connector slides in the limiting hole and is limited by the limiting hole, so the connector will not come out of the limiting hole.

[0038] In one possible implementation, the locking member is mounted on the head assembly and is used to engage with a limiting slot on the housing when the tray assembly slides into the housing to lock the head assembly to the housing.

[0039] In the above embodiments, the locking member is installed on the head assembly. Unlike the embodiments where the locking member is installed on the housing, in this embodiment, the locking member needs to be installed on the head assembly first, and after forming a card tray assembly with the card tray body, the card tray assembly is slid into the housing to achieve locking.

[0040] Specifically, the locking element can be installed on one side of the head assembly along the thickness direction, and when the card tray assembly slides into the housing, the locking element can cooperate with the limiting slot on the housing to lock it in place.

[0041] A portion of the locking element can be embedded in the head assembly, thus occupying less space and contributing to the miniaturization of the electronic device.

[0042] In one possible implementation, the locking member includes a locking portion and a guide portion formed on one side of the locking portion; wherein the locking portion is mounted on the head assembly, and the locking portion is used to engage with a limiting groove on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing to lock the head assembly to the housing; the guide portion is used to guide the card tray assembly when the card tray assembly slides into the housing.

[0043] In the above embodiments, the locking member includes a locking part and a guide part. When the card tray assembly slides into the housing, the guide part can play a guiding role, so that the locking member can slide smoothly into the housing along with the head assembly. The locking part cooperates with the limiting slot of the housing to lock the card tray assembly to the housing.

[0044] In one possible implementation, the locking member further includes a pushing part that overlaps with the locking part. The pushing part is used to move under the drive of the driving member to disengage the locking part from the limiting slot on the housing. The pushing part is also used to abut against the locking part when the locking part moves along the thickness direction of the card tray assembly.

[0045] In the above embodiment, the driving member can lift the pushing part, thereby causing the locking part to leave the limiting slot, thus unlocking the card tray assembly from the housing. Furthermore, when the locking part moves downwards, the pushing part engages with the locking part, thus preventing the locking part from moving downwards and acting as a limit.

[0046] In one specific implementation, the locking part and the guide part can be integrally formed, and the pushing part can be a separate part independent of the locking part and the guide part.

[0047] In one possible implementation, the head assembly includes a third elastic member; the third elastic member is used to be compressed by the locking part when the tray assembly slides into the housing, and is also used to push the locking part into the limiting slot of the housing when the elastic force is released.

[0048] In the above embodiment, when the card tray assembly slides into the housing, the third elastic element is compressed. When the card tray assembly slides into the appropriate position, the third elastic element releases its elastic force, driving the locking part to engage in the limiting slot.

[0049] In one specific embodiment, the third elastic element is foam. This foam can be adhered to the head assembly.

[0050] In one possible implementation, the locking member is mounted on the card tray body and is used to engage with a limiting slot on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing to lock the head assembly to the housing.

[0051] In the above embodiments, the locking member is installed on the card tray body. Specifically, the locking member can be partially embedded or snap-fitted onto the thickness-direction structure of the card tray body. Unlike the embodiments described above, the locking member can be installed on the card tray body first, and then the head assembly is assembled with the card tray body to form the card tray assembly. When the card tray assembly slides into the housing, the locking member engages with the limiting slot of the housing to lock it in place. After the card tray assembly is assembled, the locking member is located inside the card tray assembly, effectively utilizing the internal space of the card tray assembly and contributing to the miniaturization of electronic devices.

[0052] In one possible implementation, the locking member includes a spring arm and a locking portion connected to the spring arm; wherein the spring arm is mounted on the card tray body, and the locking portion is used to engage with a limiting slot on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing, so as to lock the head assembly to the housing.

[0053] In the above embodiment, the locking member is mounted on the card tray body via a spring arm, allowing the locking part to have space for elastic deformation. When the card tray assembly slides into the housing, as the spring arm deforms, the locking part slides into the limiting groove of the housing, engaging with the limiting groove to lock it in place.

[0054] In one specific embodiment, the locking part is an inclined surface formed on the block structure, which can be engaged and locked with the limiting groove of the housing.

[0055] As one possible implementation, the tray assembly further includes an elastic stop mounted on the head assembly; the elastic stop is used to abut against the head assembly and the locking member when the tray assembly slides into the housing; the elastic stop is also used to undergo elastic deformation after being squeezed by the housing, so that the locking member moves to lock with the limiting slot of the housing.

[0056] In the above embodiments, the function of the elastic stop is to abut between the locking member and the head assembly, preventing the locking member from accidentally lifting when the card tray assembly slides into the housing but has not yet reached the locking position. This is because if the locking member were to accidentally lift, the card tray assembly would become stuck when sliding into the housing. Due to the elastic stop, when the card tray assembly slides into the appropriate position in the housing, the housing compresses the elastic stop, causing it to deform and no longer abut between the locking member and the head assembly. In this way, the locking member deforms and engages with the limiting groove of the housing.

[0057] As one possible implementation, the tray assembly further includes a locking member mounted on the head assembly; the locking member is used to lock the head assembly and the tray body; the locking member is also used to cooperate with the drive member to unlock the head assembly and the tray body.

[0058] In the above embodiments, the locking member is used to lock the head assembly and the card tray body. When it cooperates with the driving member, the driving member can push the locking member to lift it up and disengage it from the card tray body and the head assembly, thereby unlocking the head assembly and the card tray body.

[0059] In one specific embodiment, the locking member includes a first hook and a second hook, the first hook engaging with a slot on the card holder body, and the second hook engaging with a slot on the head assembly.

[0060] A second aspect of this application provides an electronic device including a housing and a card tray assembly as described above, the card tray assembly being locked to the housing.

[0061] The electronic device provided in this application includes the aforementioned card tray assembly. The card tray assembly locks the card tray body or head assembly to the housing in the thickness direction using a locking member. Compared to related technologies, this design saves significant space in the length or width direction of the card tray assembly. Furthermore, the locking member can be installed in the housing, the head assembly, or the card tray body, and can have a partial embedding or plug-in connection in the thickness direction, making the overall structure of the card tray assembly more compact and beneficial for the miniaturization of the electronic device.

[0062] In one possible implementation, the housing includes a limiting slot for engaging with the locking member to lock the card tray assembly to the housing.

[0063] In one specific embodiment, the housing may have an inner cavity, and a limiting groove may be formed on the inner wall of the inner cavity.

[0064] By forming a limiting groove on the housing, which engages with the locking element of the card tray assembly for locking, the electronic device has the advantage of simple structure. The limiting groove can be formed on the wall surface along the thickness direction of the inner cavity, so that the locking element is locked to the housing in the thickness direction, which is beneficial to the miniaturization of the electronic device.

[0065] As one possible implementation, the electronic device further includes a card holder, which is mounted on the housing; the card holder includes a card holder body and spring contacts disposed on both sides of the card holder body, the spring contacts elastically abutting against the card tray assembly.

[0066] In the above embodiment, after the card tray assembly is installed in place, it will elastically abut against the spring. When the card tray assembly is unlocked from the housing, the elastic abutment with the spring will be released as the card tray assembly moves. The insertion or removal state of the card tray assembly can be determined based on the connection or disconnection state between the card tray assembly and the spring. This structure places the springs on both sides of the card holder body, which helps to save space in the length direction of the card tray assembly.

[0067] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are merely exemplary and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0068] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0069] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the card tray assembly installed in the housing according to an embodiment of this application.

[0070] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the card tray assembly ejected from the housing according to an embodiment of this application;

[0071] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of an electronic device according to another embodiment of this application;

[0072] Figure 5 for Figure 4 An exploded view of the embodiment shown;

[0073] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a card tray assembly provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0074] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the locking element of a card tray assembly installed on the housing according to one embodiment of the present application;

[0075] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the locking element in a card tray assembly provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0076] Figure 9 An exploded view of a cassette assembly provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0077] Figure 10 This is yet another exploded view of a cassette assembly provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0078] Figure 11 A schematic diagram showing the locked state of the head assembly and the card tray body;

[0079] Figure 12 A schematic diagram showing the head assembly and the tray body detached;

[0080] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the first state during the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing.

[0081] Figure 13a for Figure 13 A schematic diagram of direction AA;

[0082] Figure 13b for Figure 13 BB-direction sectional view;

[0083] Figure 13c for Figure 13 CC-direction sectional view;

[0084] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the second state during the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing;

[0085] Figure 14a for Figure 14 A schematic diagram of the A1-A1 direction;

[0086] Figure 14b for Figure 14 Sectional view along line B1-B1;

[0087] Figure 14c for Figure 14 Sectional view along line C1-C1;

[0088] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the third state during the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing.

[0089] Figure 15a for Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the A2-A2 direction;

[0090] Figure 15b for Figure 15 Sectional view along line B2-B2;

[0091] Figure 15c for Figure 15 Sectional view along line C2-C2;

[0092] Figure 15d for Figure 15 DD section view;

[0093] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the first state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing;

[0094] Figure 16a for Figure 16 EE direction diagram;

[0095] Figure 16b for Figure 16 FF section view;

[0096] Figure 16c for Figure 16 GG-direction sectional view;

[0097] Figure 16d for Figure 16 HH-direction sectional view;

[0098] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the second state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing;

[0099] Figure 17a for Figure 17 A schematic diagram of the E1-E1 direction;

[0100] Figure 17b for Figure 17 Sectional view along F1-F1;

[0101] Figure 17c for Figure 17 Sectional view along line G1-G1;

[0102] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the third state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing;

[0103] Figure 18a for Figure 18 Sectional view along line E2-E2;

[0104] Figure 18b for Figure 18 Sectional view along F2-F2;

[0105] Figure 18c for Figure 18 Sectional view along line G2-G2;

[0106] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing;

[0107] Figure 19a for Figure 19 Sectional view along line E3-E3;

[0108] Figure 19b for Figure 19 Sectional view along F3-F3;

[0109] Figure 19c for Figure 19 Sectional view along line G3-G3;

[0110] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application;

[0111] Figure 21 This is an exploded view of a cassette assembly according to yet another embodiment of this application;

[0112] Figure 22 A schematic diagram of the locking element in a card tray assembly provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0113] Figure 23 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the housing in an electronic device according to one embodiment of this application;

[0114] Figure 24 This is a schematic diagram of the first state during the process of pushing another type of cassette assembly into the housing.

[0115] Figure 24a for Figure 24 A schematic diagram of the HH direction;

[0116] Figure 25 This is a schematic diagram of the second state during the process of pushing another type of cassette assembly into the housing.

[0117] Figure 25a for Figure 25 Sectional view along H1-H1;

[0118] Figure 25b for Figure 25 Sectional view along line I1-I1;

[0119] Figure 26 This is a schematic diagram of the third state during the process of pushing another type of cassette assembly into the housing.

[0120] Figure 26a for Figure 26 H2-H2 sectional view;

[0121] Figure 26b for Figure 26 Sectional view along I2-I2;

[0122] Figure 27 This is a schematic diagram of the first state during the process of removing another type of cassette assembly from the housing;

[0123] Figure 27a for Figure 27 JJ-direction sectional view;

[0124] Figure 27b for Figure 27 KK-direction sectional view;

[0125] Figure 28 This is a schematic diagram of the second state during the process of removing another type of cassette assembly from the housing;

[0126] Figure 28a for Figure 28 Sectional view along line J1-J1;

[0127] Figure 29 This is a schematic diagram of the third state during the process of removing another type of cassette assembly from the housing;

[0128] Figure 29a for Figure 29 Sectional view along line J2-J2;

[0129] Figure 30 A schematic diagram of another card slot assembly provided in this application embodiment;

[0130] Figure 31 An exploded view of another cassette assembly provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0131] Figure 32 A schematic diagram illustrating the connection relationship between the head assembly and the card tray body in another card tray assembly provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0132] Figure 32a for Figure 32 LL-direction sectional view;

[0133] Figure 33 This is a schematic diagram of the cassette assembly according to another embodiment of this application;

[0134] Figure 34 This is a schematic diagram of the cassette assembly according to another embodiment of this application;

[0135] Figure 35 This is an exploded view of a cassette assembly according to another embodiment of this application;

[0136] Figure 36This is a schematic diagram of the locking component in a card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application;

[0137] Figure 37 This is a diagram showing the state when the cassette body and head assembly are locked together.

[0138] Figure 37a for Figure 37 MM-oriented schematic diagram;

[0139] Figure 37b for Figure 37 NN-direction cross-sectional view;

[0140] Figure 38 A diagram showing the state of the Cato body and head assembly when unlocked;

[0141] Figure 38a for Figure 38 Sectional view along line M1-M1;

[0142] Figure 38b for Figure 38 N1-N1 sectional view;

[0143] Figure 39 This is a schematic diagram of the locking element in a card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application;

[0144] Figure 40 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the housing in an electronic device according to another embodiment of this application;

[0145] Figure 41 A cross-sectional view of the card tray assembly locked to the housing according to another embodiment of this application;

[0146] Figure 42 A schematic diagram of the first state of the card tray assembly and housing when unlocked, according to another embodiment of this application;

[0147] Figure 43 A schematic diagram of a second state of the card tray assembly and housing when unlocked, according to another embodiment of this application;

[0148] Figure 44 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an elastic stop;

[0149] Figure 45 This is the first state of another process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing according to an embodiment of this application;

[0150] Figure 45a for Figure 45 OO-direction sectional view;

[0151] Figure 46 This is a second state of the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing, according to another embodiment of this application.

[0152] Figure 46a for Figure 46 PP section view;

[0153] Figure 46b for Figure 46 A sectional view of QQ.

[0154] Figure label:

[0155] 100-Cato assembly;

[0156] 1-Card holder body; 11-Second body part; 111-Card slot; 12-End plate; 13-First positioning post; 14-Limiting hole; 15-Third positioning post; 16-Second mounting hole; 17-Mounting post; 18-Fourth elastic element; 11a-First card slot;

[0157] 2-Head assembly; 21-Door panel; 22-Card holder head; 221-Card hole; 222-First body part; 222a-First body; 222b-Second slide groove; 222c-Second positioning post; 222d-Fixing member; 222e-First mounting hole; 222f-Third mounting hole; 222g-Rivet; 222h-Second slot; 223-Stop; 223a-Stop part; 223b-Mounting part; 224-First slide groove; 225-Third elastic element; 23-Sealing member; 24-First connecting member; 25-First elastic element; 26-Second elastic element; 261-First spring; 262-Slider;

[0158] 3-Locking component; 31-Main body; 32-Mounting part; 33-First locking part; 34-First pushing part; 35-Elastic part;

[0159] 4-Locking component; 41-Second locking part; 43-Guide part; 42-Second pushing part;

[0160] 5-Locking part; 51-Third body part; 52-Fourth mounting hole; 53-First hook; 54-Second hook; 55-Protrusion;

[0161] 6-Driver; 61-Drive unit; 62-Second spring; 63-Second body;

[0162] 7-Second connector;

[0163] 8-Locking component; 81-Third locking part; 82-First spring arm;

[0164] 9-Elastic stop; 91-Second spring arm;

[0165] 200 - Housing; 200a - First limiting slot; 200b - Second limiting slot; 200c - Inner cavity; 200d - Third limiting slot; 200e - Boss;

[0166] 300-Display screen;

[0167] 400 - Card slot; 400a - Card slot body; 400b - Side plate; 400c - Opening; 400d - Spring clip;

[0168] 500-thimble;

[0169] X - width direction; Y - length direction; Z - thickness direction.

[0170] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0171] To better understand the technical solution of this application, the embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0172] To facilitate a clear description of the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used in the embodiments of this application to distinguish identical or similar items with essentially the same function and effect. For example, "first swing arm" and "second swing arm" are used to distinguish different swing arms, but do not limit their order. Those skilled in the art will understand that the terms "first" and "second" do not limit the quantity or position, and that "first" and "second" do not necessarily imply that they are different.

[0173] It should be noted that, in this application, the words "exemplarily" or "for example" are used to indicate examples, illustrations, or explanations. Any embodiment or design described as "exemplarily" or "for example" in this application should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or designs. Specifically, the use of words such as "exemplarily" or "for example" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0174] In electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, SIM cards (Subscriber Identity Modules) and memory cards are typically installed on a card tray assembly, which is then inserted into the device's housing along with the card tray assembly. In related technologies, the locking mechanism between the card tray assembly and the electronic device is located separately along the length or width directions of the card tray assembly and the electronic device. This occupies a significant amount of space along the length or width of the card tray assembly, hindering the miniaturization of the electronic device. To address the aforementioned technical problems, embodiments of this application provide a tray mechanism and an electronic device.

[0175] The electronic devices provided in this application can be mobile phones, tablets, wearable devices, in-vehicle devices, augmented reality (AR) / virtual reality (VR) devices, laptops, ultra-mobile personal computers (UMPCs), netbooks, personal digital assistants (PDAs), and other electronic devices equipped with SIM cards or memory cards. This application does not limit the specific type of electronic device; for ease of understanding, a mobile phone will be used as an example for the following description.

[0176] like Figure 1 As shown, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device according to an embodiment of this application. The electronic device may include a card tray assembly 100, a housing 200, and a display screen 300. The card tray assembly 100 is used to hold a SIM card and is installed inside the housing 200. The display screen 300 may be installed in the housing 200.

[0177] like Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the card tray assembly installed in the housing according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 In this case, the cassette assembly 100 is installed in the housing 200, and the electronic device can be used normally.

[0178] like Figure 3 As shown, Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the card tray assembly ejected from the housing according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 In the middle, the SIM card tray assembly 100 has been unlocked from the housing 200, and part of it has already popped out of the housing 200. At this time, the user can pull out the SIM card tray assembly 100 to perform operations such as changing the SIM card.

[0179] like Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of an electronic device according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the electronic device further includes a card holder 400, which is installed within the housing 200. After the card tray assembly 100 is installed into the housing 200, the card tray assembly 100 mates with the card holder 400.

[0180] like Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 for Figure 4The illustrated embodiment is an exploded view. The card tray assembly 100 includes a card tray body 1, a head assembly 2, and a locking member 3. The locking member 3 is installed in the housing 200. The card tray body 1 and the head assembly 2 are pre-installed together. During the process of pushing the card tray assembly 100 into the housing 200, the locking member 3 cooperates with the head assembly 2, and finally locks the card tray assembly 100 onto the housing 200 through the locking member 3.

[0181] The card holder 400 may include a card holder body 400a and a side plate 400b connected to the card holder body 400a. The side plate 400b has an opening 400c, and a spring piece 400d is disposed within the opening 400c. When the card holder assembly 100 is installed in place, it will elastically abut against the spring piece 400d. When the card holder assembly 100 is unlocked from the housing 200, the elastic abutment against the spring piece 400d will be released as the card holder assembly 100 moves. The insertion or removal state of the card holder assembly 100 can be determined based on the connection or disconnection state between the card holder assembly 100 and the spring piece 400d.

[0182] The spring 400d is located on one side of the card holder body 400a and inside the opening 400c, which reduces the space occupied, saves space for the battery design size, and increases the battery capacity.

[0183] like Figure 6 As shown, Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a card tray assembly provided in one embodiment of this application. The head assembly 2 may include a door panel 21 and a card tray head 22, wherein the door panel 21 is mounted on the card tray head 22. When the card tray assembly 100 is installed on the housing 200, the door panel 21 is flush with the outer wall of the housing 200 and faces the user. A sealing member 23 may be sleeved on the door panel 21 for sealing between the card tray assembly 100 and the housing 200.

[0184] The head assembly 2 is provided with a snap-fit ​​portion, exemplarily a snap-fit ​​hole 221, which can be provided on the card holder head 22. The snap-fit ​​hole 221 engages with the first locking portion 33 on the locking member 3. Since the locking member 3 is mounted on the housing 200, the head assembly 2 is locked to the housing 200. Exemplarily, the first locking portion 33 is a hemispherical protrusion.

[0185] The locking member 3 may also include an elastic portion 35, which facilitates the movement of the first locking portion 33 along the thickness direction Z under its elastic force, thereby engaging with the locking hole 221. Exemplarily, the elastic portion 35 is foam. Figure 6 The length direction (X), width direction (Y), and thickness direction (Z) of the cassette assembly are shown.

[0186] like Figure 7 As shown, Figure 7 The image shows the locking element 3 mounted on the housing 200.

[0187] like Figure 8 As shown, Figure 8 The structure of the locking member is shown. The locking member 3 may include a main body portion 31 and mounting portions 32 formed at both ends of the main body portion 31. The mounting portions 32 can be inserted into grooves formed within the housing 200. A first locking portion 33 is formed on the main body portion 31, and its position is... Figure 6 The corresponding slot 221 on the card holder head 22 corresponds to this. The locking member 3 may also include a first pushing part 34, which is pushed up under the action of external force, so that the main body 31 can deform. The first locking part 33 can move in the thickness direction Z of the card holder assembly 100 as the main body 31 deforms, moving away from the slot 221, so that the head assembly 2 and the housing 200 are unlocked.

[0188] When the head assembly 2 of the cassette assembly 100 is unlocked from the housing 200, the head assembly 2 and the cassette body 1 will also unlock. The following will combine... Figures 9 to 11 Please provide an explanation.

[0189] like Figure 9 As shown, the card tray assembly 100 may also include a drive member 6, which is used to drive the locking member 3 described above to move, so that the locking member 3 disengages from the head assembly 2, thereby unlocking the card tray assembly 100 and the housing 200.

[0190] In one possible implementation, the card holder head 22 includes a first groove 224, which may extend along the length direction X. The drive member 6 includes a drive portion 61, which can slide along the length direction X within the first groove 224. After the drive portion 61 moves to a certain position, it can abut against the first pushing portion 34, thereby unlocking the locking member 3 from the head assembly 2. Exemplarily, the drive portion 61 is a guide block with an inclined surface. (Refer to...) Figure 8 For example, the first pushing part 34 is a hemispherical protrusion. The driving part 61 abuts against the first pushing part 34. Under the action of the first pushing part 34, the main body part 31 of the locking member 3 drives the first locking part 33 to move along the thickness direction Z and disengage from the card hole 221. At this time, the locking member 3 is unlocked from the head assembly 2 of the card tray assembly 100.

[0191] The card tray head 22 may include a first body part 222 and a stop 223. After the first body part 222 and the stop 23 are connected, they form a certain internal space. The drive member 6 is installed in this space, which is conducive to the miniaturization of the card tray assembly 100.

[0192] The head assembly 2 also includes a first elastic element 25, a portion of which is installed in the space formed by the first body portion 222 and the stop member 23. Exemplarily, the first elastic element 25 is a rubber ring.

[0193] The function of the first elastic element 25 is to lock the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 together when the card tray assembly 100 is installed in place. Also, when the head assembly 2 is unlocked from the card tray body 1 and moves away from it, the elastic force drives the card tray body 1 to move closer to the head assembly 2.

[0194] The head assembly 2 may also include a second elastic member 26, a portion of which is installed in the space formed by the first body portion 222 and the stop member 223. The function of the second elastic member 26 is to drive the head assembly 2 to move away from the card tray body 1 by means of elastic force after the head assembly 2 is unlocked from the card tray body 1.

[0195] The advantage of this structure is that during the ejection process after the SIM card tray assembly 100 is unlocked from the housing 200, the head component 2 is ejected first under the action of the second elastic element 26. Under the elastic force of the first elastic element 25, the SIM card tray body 1 can be quickly tightened, so that the overall structure of the SIM card tray assembly 100 will not be too loose, and the SIM card installation process will be more stable.

[0196] like Figure 10 As shown, the first body portion 222 may include a first body 222a and a second groove 222b formed on the first body portion 222. The aforementioned second elastic member 26 may include a first spring 261 and a slider 262, wherein the first spring 261 is mounted in the second groove 222b, the slider 262 overlaps the upper edge of the second groove 222b, and the slider 262 can slide along the extending direction of the second groove 222b to compress or stretch the first spring 261. When the first spring 261 extends, it can drive the head assembly 2 to move away from the card tray body 1.

[0197] Under the action of the first elastic element 25, the card holder body 1 moves toward the head assembly 2, so that the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1 can be locked together, and the first spring 261 is in a compressed state.

[0198] The stop 223 includes a stop portion 223a and a mounting portion 223b formed on the stop portion 223a. The space formed by the stop portion 223a and the first body portion 222 can accommodate a portion of the first elastic member 25 and a portion of the second elastic member 26. The first connector 24 connects the mounting portion 223b to the first body portion 222a, thereby fixing the first body portion 222 and the stop 223.

[0199] The drive member 6 is also housed in the aforementioned space. The drive member 6 may include a second body 63 and a second spring 62, wherein the drive portion 61 is formed on the second body 63 and the second spring 62 abuts between the second body 63 and the stop portion 223a.

[0200] Continue to refer to Figure 10 The card tray body 1 may include a second body portion 11 and an end plate 12 formed on the second body portion 11. When the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 are assembled together, the end plate 12 can limit the movement of the slider 262. The card tray body 1 may also include a first positioning post 13 formed on the second body portion 11, and correspondingly, a second positioning post 222c is formed on the first body portion 222, and a first elastic member 25 is fitted between the first positioning post 13 and the second positioning post 222c.

[0201] When the head assembly 2 moves away from the card holder body 1 under the action of the second elastic member 26, the card holder body 1 can move toward the head assembly 2 and then lock under the action of the first elastic member 25.

[0202] The card tray body 1 may also include a limiting hole 14 formed in the second body portion 11. A portion of the first connecting member 24 passes through the limiting hole 14, and another portion passes through the stop member 223 and the first body portion 222, such that the first connecting member 24 and the limiting hole 14 have a sliding fit. When the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 are unlocked, the head assembly 2 moves away from the card tray body 1 under the drive of the second elastic member 26. At this time, the first connecting member 24 can move along the limiting hole 14, which acts as a limit, preventing the head assembly 2 from detaching from the card tray body 1.

[0203] like Figure 11 As shown, Figure 11 The locked state of the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1 is shown. At this time, the first elastic element 25 is in a retracted state, which is the initial state of the first elastic element 25.

[0204] like Figure 12 As shown, Figure 12 The head assembly 2 and the tray body 1 are shown in a disengaged state. At this time, the first elastic element 25 is in a stretched state and has a tendency to return to its initial state.

[0205] like Figure 13 As shown, Figure 13 This diagram illustrates a first state during the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing. A portion of the cassette assembly 100 is pushed into the housing 200, with a portion of the head assembly 2 protruding from the exterior of the housing 200.

[0206] Figure 13a yes Figure 13 A schematic diagram of direction AA. Figure 13b yes Figure 13 BB-direction sectional view, Figure 13c yes Figure 13 CC-direction sectional view.

[0207] like Figure 13a As shown, a portion of the head assembly 2 is outside the housing 200. At this time, the drive portion 61 of the drive member 6 is away from the first pushing portion 34 of the locking member 3, and the first pushing portion 34 is away from the first sliding groove 224 of the head assembly 2. Figure 13b As shown, the first locking part 33 is not locked to the slot 221. Figure 13c As shown, a first limiting groove 200a is provided on the housing 200. At this time, the first spring 261 is not compressed, and the slider 262 does not abut against the first limiting groove 200a.

[0208] like Figure 14 As shown, Figure 14 This diagram illustrates a second state during the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing. Compared to... Figure 13 In this state, part of the Cato assembly 100 has already been pushed into the housing 200.

[0209] Figure 14a yes Figure 14 A1-A1 direction diagram, Figure 14b yes Figure 14 Sectional view along line B1-B1, Figure 14c yes Figure 14 Sectional view along line C1-C1.

[0210] like Figure 14a As shown, as the head assembly 2 is gradually pushed into a certain position, the latch head 22 of the head assembly 2 abuts against the first pushing part 34, causing the first pushing part 34 to tend to be lifted. Figure 14b As shown, as the head assembly 2 is gradually pushed into a certain position, the distance between the first locking part 33 and the slot 221 begins to decrease. Figure 14c As shown, in this state, the first spring 261 is compressed and the slider 262 abuts against the first limiting groove 200a.

[0211] like Figure 15 As shown, Figure 15 This diagram illustrates a third state during the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing. Compared to... Figure 14 In this state, the cassette assembly 100 has been fully pushed into the housing 200, and the head assembly 2 is locked to the housing 200.

[0212] Figure 15a yes Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the A2-A2 direction, Figure 15b yes Figure 15 Sectional view along line B2-B2, Figure 15c yes Figure 15 Sectional view along line C2-C2.

[0213] like Figure 15aAs shown, during the process of the head assembly 2 being pushed further into the housing 200, the elastic part 35 is compressed. As the first pushing part 34 slides into the first sliding groove 224, under the action of the restoring force of the elastic part 35, the first pushing part 34 moves downward and engages with the first sliding groove 224. Figure 15b As shown, under the restoring force of the elastic part 35, the first locking part 33 moves downward and engages in the locking hole 221. Figure 15c As shown, the first spring 261 is further compressed, and the slider 262 abuts against the first limiting groove 200a of the housing 200. Figure 15d As shown, Figure 15d The diagram illustrates the engagement between the card holder head 22 and the locking member 3. The locking member 3 is mounted on the housing 200. Under the action of the elastic part 35, the first pushing part 34 engages in the first sliding groove 224, and the first locking part 33 engages in the card hole 221.

[0214] like Figure 16 As shown, Figure 16 This diagram illustrates the first state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing. Figure 16 In the state shown, the ejector pin 500 is inserted into the pre-drilled hole in the head assembly 2.

[0215] Figure 16a yes Figure 16 EE direction diagram, Figure 16b yes Figure 16 FF section view, Figure 16c yes Figure 16 GG sectional view.

[0216] like Figure 16a As shown, the ejector pin 500 presses against the second body 63 of the drive member 6, pushing the drive member 6 to slide along the first slide groove 224. The drive part 61 pushes the first push part 34 to lift the locking member 3 upward. At this time, the first push part 34 disengages from the first slide groove 224, and the second spring 62 is compressed. Figure 16b As shown, the first locking part 33 disengages from the slot 221. Figure 16c As shown, since the head assembly 2 has been unlocked, the first spring 261 has a tendency to rebound. Figure 16d As shown, Figure 16d The diagram shows the locking member being lifted. The drive unit 61 lifts the first pusher 34, causing the first pusher 34 to disengage from the first slide groove 224, the first locking part 33 to disengage from the locking hole 221, and the elastic part 35 to be in a compressed state.

[0217] like Figure 17 As shown, Figure 17This diagram illustrates a second state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing. In this state, the cassette assembly 100 has partially popped out of the housing 200.

[0218] Figure 17a yes Figure 17 A schematic diagram of the E1-E1 direction. Figure 17b yes Figure 17 Sectional view along F1-F1, Figure 17c yes Figure 17 Sectional view along line G1-G1.

[0219] like Figure 17a As shown, the head assembly 2 is pushed and ejected away from the housing 200. At this time, the first pushing part 34 disengages from the first sliding groove 224 and is offset by a certain distance. The second spring 62 is compressed. Figure 17b As shown, the first locking part 33 disengages from the card hole 221 and is offset by a certain distance. At this time, the first elastic member 25 is stretched, causing the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1 to separate. Figure 17c As shown, the slider 262 abuts against the first limiting groove 200a of the housing 200, and under the action of the first spring 261, the head assembly 2 moves away from the housing 200.

[0220] like Figure 18 As shown, Figure 18 This diagram illustrates the third state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing. Figure 18 In the state shown, the ejector pin has been removed, and more of the head assembly 2 has popped out of the housing 200.

[0221] Figure 18a for Figure 18 Sectional view along line E2-E2, Figure 18b for Figure 18 Sectional view along F2-F2, Figure 18c for Figure 18 Sectional view along line G2-G2.

[0222] like Figure 18a As shown, after the ejector pin is removed, the second body 63 of the drive component 6 slides along the first groove 224 under the action of the second spring 62, returning to its initial position. Figure 18b As shown, the first elastic element 25 will quickly retract, and under the elastic force of the first elastic element 25, the card tray body 1 moves towards the head assembly 2 and locks with the head assembly 2, so that the card tray assembly 100 is in a stable state during the ejection process. Figure 18c As shown, slider 262 then leaves the first limiting slot 200a, and the first spring 261 pops out.

[0223] like Figure 19 As shown, Figure 19 This diagram illustrates the fourth state during the process of removing the cassette assembly from the housing. Figure 19 In the state shown, the head assembly 2 has been completely pulled out of the housing 200.

[0224] Figure 19a for Figure 19 Sectional view along line E3-E3, Figure 19b for Figure 19 Sectional view along line F3-F3, Figure 19c for Figure 19 Sectional view along line G3-G3.

[0225] like Figure 19a As shown, hold the head assembly 2 with your hand and pull the card tray assembly 100 away from the housing 200. Figure 19b As shown, the first elastic element 25 locks the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 together, allowing the card tray assembly 100 to stably detach from the housing 200. Figure 19c As shown, it can be seen that after the slider 262 disengages from the first limiting slot 200a of the housing 200, it moves away from the housing 200 as the head assembly 2 moves away from the housing 200.

[0226] like Figure 20 As shown, Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 20 In the illustrated embodiment, the tray assembly 100 includes a head assembly 2, a tray body 1, and a locking member 4. The locking member 4 is mounted on the head assembly 2. Figure 20 In the embodiment shown, the cassette assembly 100 includes a length direction X, a width direction Y, and a thickness direction Z.

[0227] like Figure 21 As shown, Figure 21 An exploded view of a card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application is shown. The card tray assembly 1 may further include a drive member 6, which may include a second body 63, a second spring 62, and a drive part 61. The drive part 61 may be formed on the second body 63 for unlocking the card tray assembly 100.

[0228] The head assembly 2 has a first groove 224. Along the extending direction of the first groove 224, the drive member 6 can slide in the first groove 224 to unlock the card tray assembly 100.

[0229] The head assembly 2 may further include a first elastic element 25, which functions to: lock the head assembly 2 to the card tray body 1 when the card tray assembly 100 is installed in place; and, when the head assembly 2 is unlocked from the card tray body 1 and moves away from it, use elastic force to drive the card tray body 1 to move closer to the head assembly 2. For example, the first elastic element 25 is a rubber block.

[0230] The head assembly 2 may include a first body portion 222 and a stop 223. The first body portion 222 and the stop 223, when closed together, form a receiving space in which the aforementioned driving member 6 is received. In one specific embodiment, the stop 223 includes a stop portion 223a and a mounting portion 223b, wherein the mounting portion 223b is connected to the first body portion 222 via a first connector 24. The stop portion 223a and the first body portion 222 together form the aforementioned receiving space.

[0231] The head assembly 2 may also include a second elastic element 26. The function of the second elastic element 26 is to drive the head assembly 2 to move away from the card tray body 1 by means of elastic force after the head assembly 2 is unlocked from the card tray body 1. The second elastic element 26 may include a first spring 261 and a slider 262. The slider 262 can compress or stretch the first spring 261. When the first spring 261 is extended, it can drive the head assembly 2 to move away from the card tray body 1.

[0232] The advantage of this structure is that during the ejection process after the SIM card tray assembly 100 is unlocked from the housing 200, the head component 2 is ejected first under the action of the second elastic element 26. Under the elastic force of the first elastic element 25, the SIM card tray body 1 can be quickly tightened, so that the overall structure of the SIM card tray assembly 100 will not be too loose, and the SIM card installation process will be more stable.

[0233] The first elastic member 25 can be sleeved between the third positioning post 15 and the second positioning post 222c, wherein the third positioning post 15 is formed on the second body part 11 of the card holder body 1, and the second positioning post 222c is formed on the first body part 222.

[0234] exist Figure 21 In the embodiment shown, there is one third positioning post 15 and two second positioning posts 222c. The first elastic element 25 has an irregular shape and is attached to the third positioning post 15 and the two second positioning posts 222c.

[0235] The head assembly 2 also includes a third elastic element 225 for locking the locking element 4 onto the housing 200 under elastic force. Exemplarily, the third elastic element 225 is foam.

[0236] like Figure 22 As shown, Figure 22A schematic diagram of another locking member is shown. The locking member 4 may include a second locking portion 41, with a guide portion 43 formed on one side of the second locking portion 41. In one specific embodiment, the main body of the second locking portion 41 is generally C-shaped, and the guide portion 43 is a thin sheet with a certain curvature; the two are integrally formed. The locking member 4 may also include a second pushing portion 42, which may be a generally sheet-like structure. The second pushing portion 42 and the second locking portion 41 can move relative to each other. The second pushing portion 42 and the second locking portion 41 can be separate and independent structures. When the second pushing portion 42 is fixed to the head assembly 2, the second locking portion 41 can move relative to the second pushing portion 42.

[0237] like Figure 23 As shown, Figure 23 A schematic diagram of a housing structure is shown. The housing 200 includes an inner cavity 200c for inserting a card tray assembly 100, and a second limiting slot 200b is provided within the inner cavity 200c. Please also refer to... Figure 22 and Figure 23 When the card tray assembly 100 is inserted into the appropriate position in the inner cavity 200c of the housing 200, the second locking part 41 is engaged in the second limiting slot 200b, thereby locking the card tray assembly 100 and the housing 200.

[0238] like Figure 24 As shown, Figure 24 This diagram illustrates the first state of the process of pushing another type of cassette assembly into the housing. A portion of the cassette assembly 100 is pushed into the housing 200.

[0239] Figure 24a for Figure 24 A schematic diagram of the HH direction, as shown below. Figure 24a In the state shown, the head assembly 2 has just entered the edge of the inner cavity 200c of the housing 200. At this time, the third elastic member 225 installed in the card holder head 22 has not yet been compressed and is in a natural state. The second locking part 41 of the locking member 4 is not pressed against the inner cavity 200c and is away from the second limiting slot 200b.

[0240] like Figure 25 As shown, Figure 25 This diagram illustrates a second state during the process of pushing yet another type of cassette assembly into the housing. Compared to... Figure 24 A portion of the Cato assembly 100 has been pushed into the housing 200.

[0241] Figure 25a for Figure 25 H1-H1 sectional view, Figure 25b for Figure 25 Sectional view along line I1-I1.

[0242] like Figure 25a As shown, the guide portion 43 slides along the inner cavity 200c of the housing 200, the second pushing portion 42 is fixed to the head assembly 2, and as the second locking portion 41 enters the inner cavity 200c, the third elastic member 225 is compressed. Figure 25b As shown, the head assembly 2 may include a fixing member 222d, and a second pushing part 42 is mounted on the fixing member 222d. The bottom of the second locking part 41 moves upward, while the second pushing part 42 is fixed, so the two are separated, at which point the third elastic member 225 is compressed.

[0243] like Figure 26 As shown, Figure 26 This diagram illustrates a third state during the process of pushing yet another type of cassette assembly into the housing. Compared to... Figure 25 The cassette assembly 100 has been fully inserted into the housing 200 and locked in place.

[0244] Figure 26a for Figure 26 H2-H2 sectional view, Figure 26b for Figure 26 Sectional view along the I2-I2 direction.

[0245] like Figure 26a As shown, the head assembly 2 is pushed into the housing 200. The second locking part 41 slides to the position of the second limiting slot 200b. Since there is space for downward movement at the bottom, under the elastic force of the third elastic member 225, the second locking part 41 moves downward and is locked into the second limiting slot 200b.

[0246] like Figure 26b As shown, the third elastic member 225 has a tendency to return to its original state, so that under its elastic force, the second locking part 41 moves downward into the second limiting groove 200b. Moreover, the top of the second locking part 41 can overlap the second pushing part 42 to form a stable structure.

[0247] like Figure 27 As shown, Figure 27 This diagram illustrates the first state of the process of removing yet another type of cartridge assembly from the housing. Figure 27 In the state shown, the cassette assembly 100 is locked in the housing 200.

[0248] Figure 27a for Figure 27 JJ-direction sectional view, Figure 27b for Figure 27 KK sectional view.

[0249] like Figure 27aAs shown, the ejector pin 500 is inserted into the head assembly 2, and the drive member 6 moves into the housing 200 under the action of the ejector pin 500. The drive part 61 abuts against the second push part 42, thereby driving the second locking part 41 to move away from the second limiting slot 200b. Figure 27b As shown, the top of the second locking part 41 overlaps with the second pushing part 42. When the second pushing part 42 is pushed up, it can drive the second locking part 41 to move upward.

[0250] like Figure 28 As shown, Figure 28 This diagram illustrates a second state during the process of removing yet another type of cartridge assembly from the housing. Figure 28 In the state shown, a portion of the head assembly 2 has been ejected from the housing 200.

[0251] Figure 28a for Figure 28 The cross-sectional view along J1-J1. At this point, the first elastic element 25 is stretched. The arrangement of the first elastic element 25 can help to miniaturize the second elastic element 26. The second elastic element 26 can eject the head assembly 2 first without requiring a large elastic force, and then, under the action of the first elastic element 25, tighten the card holder body 1 to lock it with the head assembly 2, thus giving the structure better stability.

[0252] like Figure 29 As shown, Figure 29 This diagram illustrates the third state during the process of removing yet another type of cassette assembly from the housing.

[0253] Figure 29a for Figure 29 A cross-sectional view along line J2-J2. For example... Figure 29a As shown, the second locking part 41 disengages from the housing 200, and the third elastic element 225 recovers its deformation, driving the second locking part 41 to move downward to the initial position.

[0254] Figure 30 A schematic diagram of another card tray assembly provided in the embodiments of this application is shown below. Figure 30 As shown, in this embodiment, the card tray assembly 100 includes a head assembly 2 and a card tray body 1, wherein the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 are fixedly connected together by a second connector 7.

[0255] exist Figure 30 In the illustrated embodiment, the card tray assembly 100 can cooperate with the locking element in any of the above embodiments to lock the card tray assembly 100 to the housing 200.

[0256] Figure 31 An exploded view of another card slot assembly provided in this application embodiment, as shown below. Figure 31As shown, in one possible implementation, the head assembly 2 includes a first mounting hole 222e, and the card holder body 1 includes a second body portion 11, in which a second mounting hole 16 can be formed. After the card holder body 1 is inserted and positioned with the head assembly 2, the position of the first mounting hole 222e corresponds to the position of the second mounting hole 16, and the second connector 7 passes through the first mounting hole 222e and the second mounting hole 16.

[0257] like Figure 32 As shown, Figure 32 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of the connection relationship between the head assembly and the card tray body in another card tray assembly provided in this application embodiment. Figure 32a for Figure 32 LL-direction sectional view.

[0258] Combination Figure 32 and Figure 32a As shown, the head assembly 2 and the tray body 1 are fixedly connected by the connector 7. This structure simplifies the structure of the head assembly 2, making it smaller and lighter.

[0259] like Figure 33 As shown, Figure 33 This is a schematic diagram of the card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 33 In the illustrated embodiment, the card tray assembly 100 includes a head assembly 2 and a card tray body 1. The head assembly 2 may include a door panel 21, a card tray head 22, and a seal 23.

[0260] The door panel 21 is mounted on the card tray head 22. When the card tray assembly 100 is installed in the housing, the door panel 21 is flush with the outer wall of the housing and faces the user. The seal 23 is sleeved on the door panel 21 for sealing between the card tray assembly 100 and the housing. The card tray head 22 can be locked or unlocked with the card tray body 1 by the locking member 5.

[0261] like Figure 34 As shown, Figure 34 This is a schematic diagram of the card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 34 In the embodiment shown, the tray assembly 100 also includes a drive member 6, which can drive the locking member 5 to move, thereby locking or unlocking the head assembly 2 with the tray body 1, which will be described in detail below.

[0262] like Figure 35 As shown, Figure 35This is an exploded view of a card tray assembly according to another embodiment of this application. The card tray body 1 may include a second body portion 11 and mounting posts 17. The second body portion 11 is used to hold a SIM card. There may be two mounting posts 17, which are located on opposite sides of the second body portion 11 facing the head assembly 2. A fourth elastic member 18 may be mounted on each mounting post 17. The function of the fourth elastic member 18 is to drive the head assembly 2 away from the card tray body 1 under the action of elastic force when the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 are unlocked, thereby separating the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1. Exemplarily, the fourth elastic member 18 is a coil spring.

[0263] The card tray body 1 may also include a limiting hole 14 formed in the second body portion 11, which engages with a rivet 222g mounted on the card tray head 22 for limiting. Specifically, the head assembly 2 also includes a rivet 222g, which is installed in a third mounting hole 222f on the card tray head 22, and the locking member 5 is also engaged with the rivet 222g through a fourth mounting hole 52. During assembly, the rivet 222g is installed in the limiting hole 14. When the locking member 5 actuates to unlock the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1, the rivet 222g slides relative to the limiting hole 14. Due to the limiting effect of the limiting hole 14, the head assembly 2 will not completely detach from the card tray body 1. Exemplarily, the limiting hole 14 may be a closed racetrack shape.

[0264] The card tray assembly 100 also includes a locking element 8, which is mounted on the card tray body 1 and used to lock the card tray assembly 100 to the housing. The card tray assembly 100 may also include a resilient stop 9, which is mounted on the head assembly 2 and prevents the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 from accidentally locking together as the user lifts the card tray assembly 100 and pushes it into the housing.

[0265] The card tray assembly 100 also includes a drive component 6, which pushes the locking component 5 to unlock the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1. The drive component 6 can also push the locking component 8, causing the locking component 8 to engage inside the housing, thereby locking the card tray assembly 100 and the housing.

[0266] like Figure 36 As shown, Figure 36 This is a schematic diagram of the locking component. The locking component 5 may include a third body portion 51, which is a generally sheet-like structure. The third body portion 51 is provided with the aforementioned fourth mounting hole 52, and the locking component 5 is mounted on the card holder head 22 of the head assembly 2 through the engagement of the fourth mounting hole 52 and the rivet.

[0267] The third body part 51 is also provided with a first hook 53, which is used to engage with the card tray body 1. One possible implementation is that the card tray body 1 includes a first card slot, and the first hook 53 engages with the first card slot. The third body part 51 is also provided with a second hook 54, which is used to engage with a second card slot provided on the card tray head 22. When the first hook 53 engages with the first card slot and the second hook 54 engages with the second card slot, the card tray head 22 of the head assembly 2 is locked to the card tray body 1. When the first hook 53 disengages from the first card slot, the second hook 53 also disengages from the second card slot, and the card tray head 22 of the head assembly 2 is unlocked from the card tray body 1.

[0268] The following describes the locking and unlocking process between the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1.

[0269] like Figure 37 As shown, Figure 37 This is a diagram showing the state when the cartridge body and head assembly are locked together. In this state, the cartridge body 1 and head assembly 2 are locked together.

[0270] Figure 37a for Figure 37 MM-oriented diagram, Figure 37b for Figure 37 NN-direction cross-sectional view.

[0271] like Figure 37a As shown, the locking member 5 also includes a protrusion 55, which may be a protruding structure formed on the third body portion 51 of the locking member 5. When the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1 are in the locked state, the first hook 53 engages with the first card slot 11a, and the driving portion 61 of the driving member 6 moves away from the protrusion 55.

[0272] like Figure 37b As shown, the first hook 53 engages with the first slot 11a, the second hook 54 engages with the second slot 222h, and the locking member 5 locks the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1.

[0273] like Figure 38 As shown, Figure 38 This is a diagram showing the state of the Cato body and head assembly when unlocked. In this state, the Cato body 1 and head assembly 2 have just been unlocked.

[0274] Figure 38a for Figure 38 M1-M1 sectional view, Figure 38b for Figure 38 N1-N1 sectional view.

[0275] like Figure 38a As shown, the driving part 61 of the driving member 6 abuts against the protrusion 55, causing the locking member 5 to be lifted, at which point the first hook 53 disengages from the first slot 11a. Figure 38b As shown, the first hook 53 disengages from the first slot 11a, and the second hook 54 disengages from the second slot 222h, at which point the head assembly 2 and the card holder body 1 are unlocked.

[0276] Combination Figure 35 As shown, when the head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 are unlocked, the head assembly 2 can move away from the card tray body 1 under the action of the third elastic element 18. Due to the cooperation between the rivet 222g and the limiting hole 14, the head assembly 2 will not completely detach from the card tray body 1.

[0277] Figure 39 This is a structural schematic diagram of the locking component, such as... Figure 39 As shown, the locking member 8 includes a third locking part 81. Exemplarily, the third locking part 81 is an inclined surface that can be engaged in a third limiting slot in the housing.

[0278] The locking member 8 may also include a first spring arm 82, which can be installed on the card holder body 1. Under the elastic force of the first spring arm 81, the third locking part 81 moves to cooperate with the third limiting slot of the housing 200.

[0279] like Figure 40 As shown, Figure 40 A schematic diagram of another housing structure of this application is shown. The housing 200 has an inner cavity 200c, and a third limiting groove 200d is provided on the inner wall of the inner cavity 200c. A boss 200e is also provided in the inner cavity 200c for cooperating with the above-mentioned elastic stop member 9, which will be described in detail below.

[0280] like Figure 41 As shown, Figure 41 A cross-sectional view of the card tray assembly provided in another embodiment of this application when locked to the housing is shown. The head assembly 2 and the card tray body 1 are fixed together by the locking member 5. The locking member 8 includes a third locking part 81, which engages with the third limiting slot 200d, thereby locking the card tray assembly 100 to the housing 200.

[0281] like Figure 42 As shown, Figure 42 This illustration shows a first state diagram of the card tray assembly and housing unlocked according to another embodiment of this application.

[0282] The ejector pin 500 is pressed against the drive member 6, the drive part 61 drives the locking member 5 to lift, the drive part 61 slides along the third locking part 81, and pushes the locking member 8 to deform.

[0283] like Figure 43 As shown, Figure 43 This illustration shows a second state diagram of the card tray assembly and housing unlocked according to another embodiment of this application.

[0284] Remove the ejector pin 500; head assembly 2 is located in... Figure 35 Under the action of the third elastic member 18, it moves away from the housing 200. Moreover, when there is no action of the ejector pin 500, the drive member 6 extends, causing the drive part 61 to also move away from the locking member 8, at which time the locking member 8 returns to its initial state.

[0285] like Figure 44 As shown, Figure 44 This is a schematic diagram of the elastic stop member. In this embodiment, there are two elastic stop members 9, which can be symmetrically fixed on the head assembly 2. The elastic stop member 9 may include a second spring arm 91, which abuts between the locking member 8 and the head assembly 2 in the longitudinal direction, and can prevent the locking member 8 from lifting during the process of pushing the card tray assembly 100 into the housing 200.

[0286] Specifically, such as Figure 45 As shown, Figure 45 This illustrates the first state of the process of pushing a cassette assembly into the housing according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 45a for Figure 45 The cross-sectional view from the OO direction shows that, in this state, the elastic stop 9 abuts between the head assembly 2 and the locking member 8, and the locking member 8 remains in a fixed position during the process of pushing the card tray assembly 100 into the housing 200. That is, the third locking portion 81 of the locking member 8 does not change angle.

[0287] like Figure 46 As shown, Figure 46 This illustrates a second state of the process of pushing the cassette assembly into the housing, according to another embodiment of this application. Figure 46a for Figure 46 PP section view, Figure 46b for Figure 46 A sectional view of QQ.

[0288] In this state, the card tray assembly 100 has been pushed into the housing 200, and the protrusion 200e presses against the second spring arm 91, pressing the second spring arm 91 down. At this time, the locking member 8 moves to the set position. In this position, the third locking part 81 of the locking member 8 can be lifted and then cooperate with the third limiting slot of the housing 200 to lock.

[0289] Therefore, the function of the elastic stop 9 is to prevent the locking member 8 from being accidentally lifted during the process of pushing in the card tray assembly 100.

[0290] The same or similar parts between the various embodiments in this specification can be referred to mutually. In particular, the device embodiments and terminal embodiments are basically similar to the method embodiments, so the description is relatively simple.

[0291] The above descriptions are merely specific implementations of the embodiments of this application, but the protection scope of the embodiments of this application is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the embodiments of this application should be covered within the protection scope of the embodiments of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of the embodiments of this application should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A card tray assembly for inserting and mating with the housing of an electronic device, characterized in that, The cassette assembly includes: Card tray body, the card tray body being used to hold cards; A head assembly, which is connected to the tray body; A locking element for locking the card holder body or the head assembly to the housing in the thickness direction.

2. The cassette assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tray assembly also includes a drive unit for engaging with a locking member to unlock the tray body or the head assembly from the housing.

3. The cassette assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking element is used for mounting on the housing.

4. The cassette assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The locking element includes a locking part; The head assembly is provided with a snap-fit ​​part; The snap-fit ​​portion is used to cooperate with the locking portion when the head assembly abuts against the housing in the thickness direction, so that the locking member locks the head assembly to the housing in the thickness direction.

5. The cassette assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: The locking member further includes a pushing part, which is used to move under the drive of the driving member to disengage the locking part from the snap-fit ​​part.

6. The cassette assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The locking member further includes an elastic portion, which is used to drive the locking portion to engage with the latching portion.

7. The cassette assembly according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The cassette assembly also includes a first elastic element; The first elastic element is connected between the card tray body and the head assembly, and is used to lock the card tray body and the head assembly under the action of elastic force; The first elastic element is also used to, when the head assembly and the tray body are separated, use elastic force to restore the movement of the tray body to lock it with the head assembly.

8. The cassette assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, The card holder body is provided with two first positioning posts; The head assembly is provided with two second positioning posts; The first positioning post and the second positioning post are opposite to each other; There are two first elastic elements, which are respectively sleeved on a pair of corresponding first positioning posts and second positioning posts.

9. The cassette assembly according to claim 7, characterized in that, A first positioning post is provided on the card holder body; The head assembly is provided with two third positioning posts; The corresponding parts of the first elastic element are respectively fitted onto the first positioning post and the two second positioning posts.

10. The cassette assembly according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The tray assembly further includes a second elastic element, which includes a first spring and a slider; the first spring abuts between the tray body and the head assembly, and the first spring drives the head assembly to move away from the tray body under the action of elastic force; The slider is connected to the first spring and is used to slide along the head assembly when the first spring drives the head assembly to move.

11. The cassette assembly according to claim 10, characterized in that, The second elastic element includes a first spring and a slider; The slider abuts between the tray body and the head assembly, and can slide along the head assembly to compress the first spring, so that the first spring drives the head assembly to move away from the tray body under the action of elastic force.

12. The cassette assembly according to any one of claims 1-11, characterized in that, The head assembly includes a card tray head and a connector, the connector connecting the card tray head and the card tray body.

13. The cassette assembly according to any one of claims 1-11, characterized in that, The card holder body is provided with a limiting hole, and the head assembly is slidably connected to the limiting hole.

14. The cassette assembly according to claim 13, characterized in that, The head assembly includes a card tray head and a connector, the connector connecting the card tray head and the card tray body; The connector slides in conjunction with the limiting hole.

15. The cassette assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking member is installed on the head assembly and is used to engage with a limiting slot on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing to lock the head assembly to the housing.

16. The cassette assembly according to claim 15, characterized in that, The locking member includes a locking portion and a guide portion formed on one side of the locking portion; The locking part is installed on the head assembly, and the locking part is used to cooperate with the limiting groove on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing, so as to lock the head assembly to the housing; The guide portion is used to guide the card tray assembly when it slides into the housing.

17. The cassette assembly according to claim 16, characterized in that, The locking member further includes a pushing part, which overlaps with the locking part; The pushing part is used to move under the drive of the driving member to drive the locking part to disengage from the limiting groove on the housing; The pushing part is also used to abut the locking part when the locking part moves along the thickness direction of the card tray assembly.

18. The cassette assembly according to claim 16, characterized in that, The head assembly includes a third elastic element; The third elastic element is used to be compressed by the locking part when the card tray assembly slides into the housing, and is also used to push the locking part into the limiting slot of the housing when the elastic force is released.

19. The cassette assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking member is installed on the card tray body and is used to engage with the limiting slot on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing to lock the head assembly to the housing.

20. The cassette assembly according to claim 19, characterized in that, The locking element includes a spring arm and a locking part connected to the spring arm; The spring arm is mounted on the card tray body, and the locking part is used to cooperate with the limiting slot on the housing when the card tray assembly slides into the housing, so as to lock the head assembly to the housing.

21. The cassette assembly according to claim 20, characterized in that, The cassette assembly also includes a resilient stop, which is mounted on the head assembly; The resilient stop is used to abut against the head assembly and the locking member when the card tray assembly slides into the housing; The elastic stop is also used to undergo elastic deformation after being squeezed by the housing, so that the locking member moves to lock with the limiting groove of the housing.

22. The cassette assembly according to claim 20, characterized in that, The cassette assembly also includes a locking element mounted on the head assembly; The locking element is used to lock the head assembly and the tray body together. The locking member is also used to cooperate with the drive member to unlock the head assembly and the card tray body.

23. An electronic device, characterized in that, It includes a housing and a card tray assembly as described in any one of claims 1-22, the card tray assembly being locked to the housing.

24. The electronic device according to claim 23, characterized in that, The housing includes a limiting slot for engaging with the locking member to lock the card tray assembly into the housing.

25. The electronic device according to claim 23 or 24, characterized in that, The electronic device also includes a card holder, which is mounted on the housing; The card holder includes a card holder body and spring pieces disposed on both sides of the card holder body, the spring pieces elastically abutting against the card tray assembly.

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