Rail module and rail system

Abstract

The application provides a track module and a track system, the track module comprising at least two track segments and at least one electric connector set, each track segment comprising a power rail provided with a plurality of electric conductors extending along the longitudinal direction of the power rail; the electric connector set comprising two connectors corresponding to the two power rails respectively; wherein the two connectors comprise a first connector pivoted to one of the track segments along the longitudinal direction and a second connector mounted to an adjacent track segment. The first connector is configured to be electrically connected to the electric conductors in the corresponding power rail in a state of being rotated, and to be butted against the second connector on the adjacent track segment along the longitudinal direction to mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments. Compared with the prior art, the application can mechanically and electrically connect the two adjacent track segments through the butt joint of the two connectors, and the operation is simple, and the track module is convenient to install or disassemble.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In the lighting field, track lights are widely used in various scenarios such as commercial, residential, and industrial applications due to their flexible installation methods and efficient lighting effects. Most track modules on the market connect multiple track segments through mechanical connecting plates and achieve electrical connections between adjacent track segments through electrical connectors to meet the needs of different spatial layouts and sizes.

[0003] However, existing track lighting systems have shown significant shortcomings in terms of installation safety, system maintenance, and track section replacement. Firstly, during installation, ensuring proper mating and electrical connection of electrical connectors during mechanical connections increases the complexity of the installation and raises the professional requirements for installers, potentially affecting installation safety. Secondly, for existing track lighting systems using an integrated electromechanical power supply scheme, the frequent mating and disassembly of electrical connectors during track pre-installation inevitably damages the connector terminals, affecting normal user operation and increasing maintenance costs.

[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 enables electrical connection between two adjacent track segments via two connectors, providing not only stable connection but also convenient installation or disassembly of the track module.

[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 rail, the electric rail having a plurality of electrical conductors extending along its longitudinal direction;

[0008] At least one electrical connector group, the electrical connector group comprising two connectors corresponding to two power rails respectively;

[0009] The two connectors include a first connector pivotally connected to one of the track segments along the longitudinal direction and a second connector installed to an adjacent track segment. The first connector is configured to be able to mate with the second connector on the adjacent track segment along the longitudinal direction when rotated to be electrically connected to the electrical conductor in the corresponding power rail, so that the two adjacent track segments are mechanically and electrically connected.

[0010] As a further improvement of the present invention, the first connector is provided with a first electrical connection portion electrically connected to an electrical conductor in the corresponding power rail, and the second connector is provided with a second electrical connection portion electrically connected to an electrical conductor in the corresponding power rail. The first electrical connection portion and the second electrical connection portion are configured to be electrically conductive.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present invention, the first connector is further provided with a plug portion extending toward the second connector in the longitudinal direction, the plug portion and the first electrical connection portion being electrically connected; the second connector is provided with a mating portion adapted to the plug portion, the mating portion and the second electrical connection portion being electrically connected.

[0012] As a further improvement of the present invention, the first connector includes a first connector base and a plurality of first connectors housed within the first connector base. The two ends of the first connectors are respectively exposed on two adjacent sides of the first connector base and respectively constitute a plug-in portion and a first electrical connection portion.

[0013] As a further improvement of the present invention, the first connector has a plurality of first insert plates arranged at intervals on the side facing the power rail, the first connector is fitted to the corresponding first insert plate, and the first electrical connection part is configured to follow the first insert plate into the corresponding power rail and make electrical contact with the electrical conductor.

[0014] As a further improvement of the present invention, the track module further includes at least one connection terminal adapted to the first connector, the connection terminal being placed in electrical contact with the corresponding power rail and the electrical conductor, and the first electrical connection portion being configured to be in electrical contact with the connection terminal.

[0015] As a further improvement of the present invention, the second connector includes a second connector base and a plurality of second connectors housed within the second connector base. The two ends of the second connectors are exposed on two adjacent sides of the second connector base and respectively form a mating portion and a second electrical connection portion.

[0016] As a further improvement of the present invention, the second connecting seat is provided with a plurality of second insert plates placed in the corresponding power rail, the second connecting member is attached to the corresponding second insert plate, and the second electrical connection part is jointly formed by the ends of the second insert plate and the second connecting member.

[0017] As a further improvement of the present invention, the first connector is provided with a pivot portion and a grip portion disposed opposite to the pivot portion, and the first connector is pivotable relative to the corresponding track segment by means of the pivot portion and the grip portion.

[0018] Another object of the present invention is to provide a track system having the above-described track module.

[0019] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a track system comprising:

[0020] The aforementioned track module;

[0021] The load device is mounted on the track section and electrically connected to the electrical conductor.

[0022] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: The track module of this invention, by configuring the first connector of the two connectors to be pivotally connected to one track segment along its longitudinal direction, and installing the second connector to an adjacent track segment, allows the first connector to be rotated to a state of electrical connection with the conductor of the corresponding power rail, and then to mate with the second connector on the adjacent track segment along its longitudinal direction, thus achieving a mechanical and electrical connection between the two adjacent track segments. In this way, the mechanical and electrical connection between two adjacent track segments can be achieved simply by mates with the two connectors, making operation simple and facilitating the installation and disassembly of the track module. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the track module structure of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a mechanical guide rail.

[0025] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the electric guide rail.

[0026] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting plate.

[0027] Figure 5 yes Figure 1 Assembly diagram of the CEC connector assembly.

[0028] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the first connector.

[0029] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Exploded view.

[0030] Figure 8 yes Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the first connector.

[0031] Figure 9 This is an exploded view of the track module according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the track module.

[0033] Figure 11 yes Figure 9 Assembly diagram of electrical connector assembly and connection terminals.

[0034] Figure 12 yes Figure 9 Assembly drawing of the first connector and connecting terminals.

[0035] Figure 13 yes Figure 9 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the first connector.

[0036] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 Exploded view.

[0037] Figure 15 yes Figure 9 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the connecting terminal.

[0038] Figure 16 yes Figure 15 Exploded view.

[0039] Figure 17 yes Figure 1 and Figure 9 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the second connector.

[0040] Figure 18 yes Figure 17 Exploded view.

[0041] Figure 19 yes Figure 17 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of the second connector.

[0042] Figure 20 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the first connector in the disconnected position.

[0043] Figure 21 yes Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the first connector in the connection position. Attached image description:

[0045] 100-track module;

[0046] 10- Track section; 11- Mechanical guide rail; 111- Bottom wall; 112- Side wall; 113- Assembly groove; 114- Abutting protrusion; 115- Snap-fit ​​groove; 12- Electric guide rail; 121- Carrier; 122- Profile; 1221- Groove; 123- Electrical conductor; 124- Abutting part; 125- Boss;

[0047] 20 - Electrical connector assembly; 21 - First connector; 211 - First connector; 2121 - First electrical connection part; 2122 - Insertion part; 213 - First connector base; 2131 - First through-hole; 2132 - First opening; 214 - First cover plate; 2141 - Support plate; 215 - First receiving space; 216 - Fixing frame; 217 - First insertion plate; 2171 - First receiving slot; 218 - Pivoting part; 219 - Grip part; 22 - Second connector; 221 - Second connector; 2221 - Second electrical connection part; 2222 - Butt joint; 223 - Second connector base; 2231 - First partition; 2232 - Second through-hole; 2233 - Second opening; 224 - Second cover plate; 225 - Second receiving space; 226 - Spacer; 2261 - Second partition; 227 - Second insertion plate; 2271 - Second receiving slot;

[0048] 30 - Connecting plate; 31 - Base plate; 32 - Side plate; 321 - Mating part; 33 - Abutting groove;

[0049] 40 - Connecting terminal; 41 - Intermediate component; 42 - Terminal block; 421 - Plug-in board; 422 - Receiving slot. Detailed Implementation

[0050] 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.

[0051] Please see Figures 1-21 As shown, this invention discloses a track system, including a track module 100 and a load device (not shown) assembled on the track module 100. The load device includes, but is not limited to, lights, sensors, power supplies, etc. The track module 100 includes at least two track segments 10 and at least one electrical connector group 20. The electrical connector group 20 enables electrical connection between two adjacent track segments 10, thereby energizing the load device assembled on the track segment 10. Users can set multiple track segments 10 according to their needs and splice the multiple track segments 10 through the electrical connector group 20, thus allowing for reasonable planning of the track system layout according to space availability. Furthermore, the splicing shape of the multiple track segments 10 can be flexibly designed according to the installation environment. For example, straight lines, rectangles, squares, etc.

[0052] Each track segment 10 includes a mechanical guide rail 11 and an electrical guide rail 12 located within the mechanical guide rail 11. Each mechanical guide rail 11 has a mounting slot 113 for mounting the electrical guide rail 12. The load device is mounted on the mechanical guide rail 11 and electrically connected to the electrical guide rail 12. Since the electrical guide rail 12 is disposed within the mechanical guide rail 11, both have the same length, width, and height directions. For ease of description, the longitudinal direction of the mechanical guide rail 11 is defined as the first direction, the height direction as the second direction, and the width direction as the third direction. The first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0053] like Figure 2 As shown, the mechanical guide rail 11 is used for installation on the walls or ceilings of a building and is generally made of metal. The mechanical guide rail 11 includes a bottom wall 111 and two side walls 112 arranged along the length of the bottom wall 111 on both sides. A mounting groove 113 is formed between the bottom wall 111 and the side walls 112. In this embodiment, the mounting groove 113 is approximately U-shaped. This makes the rail as a whole strip, which is easier to grip and install. The mounting groove 113 has a downward-facing mounting opening. The power rail 12 is preferably slidably installed into the mounting groove 113 of the mechanical guide rail 11 from one end of the mounting opening. Further, the ends of the two side walls 112 of the mechanical guide rail 11 near the bottom wall 111 protrude into the mounting groove 113 to form abutment protrusions 114. These abutment protrusions 114 are used to fix the power rail 12, so that the power rail 12 can be installed into the mounting groove 113 of the mechanical guide rail 11 without tools.

[0054] like Figure 3 As shown, the power rail 12 includes a carrier 121 having a first bottom surface and a second bottom surface. The first bottom surface and the second bottom surface are disposed opposite each other, with the first bottom surface facing the bottom wall 111 and the second bottom surface facing away from the mechanical rail 11 and towards the mounting opening. The carrier 121 is provided with abutment portions 124 for engaging with abutment protrusions 114 of the mechanical rail 11 to fix the power rail 12 into the mounting groove 113 of the mechanical rail 11. When the two abutment portions 124 overlap the two abutment protrusions 114, the protrusion 125 on the first bottom surface abuts against the bottom wall 111 to install the power rail 12 onto the mechanical rail 11 in a tool-free installation manner. In other embodiments, the power rail 12 can also be installed onto the mechanical rail 11 in other ways, such as by screws or welding, which is not limited by the present invention.

[0055] like Figure 3As shown, a plurality of profiles 122 and a plurality of electrical conductors 123 are protruding from the second bottom surface of the carrier 121. Specifically, the plurality of profiles 122 are disposed on the second bottom surface and extend in a direction away from the first bottom surface. Both the carrier 121 and the profiles 122 are made of insulating materials, such as plastic. The electrical conductors 123 are made of conductive metal materials, such as copper or copper alloys. In this embodiment, the carrier 121, the profiles 122, and the electrical conductors 123 all extend in a first direction. The carrier 121, the profiles 122, and the electrical conductors 123 are integrally injection molded or extruded. This arrangement reduces the processing steps and lowers costs.

[0056] In this embodiment, the power rail 12 is generally arranged in a comb shape. Profiles 122 are spaced apart along a third direction. A gap is formed between two adjacent profiles 122 in the third direction. A groove 1221 for accommodating an electrical conductor 123 is formed on the side of the profile 122 facing the gap. Several electrical conductors 123 are respectively disposed in corresponding grooves 1221 to draw power from the inner side of the gap. At least one groove 1221 is provided on the profile 122. This groove 1221 is constructed on the side of each profile 122. This groove 1221 communicates with the gap. The grooves 1221 on two adjacent profiles 122 facing the same gap are staggered. The electrical conductor 123 is received within the groove 1221 and is at least exposed to the gap to achieve electrical connection with the electrical connector assembly 20 or the load device.

[0057] In this embodiment, each profile 122 has two grooves 1221 with opposite opening directions and a height difference. That is, the two grooves 1221 with opposite opening directions are staggered in the second direction. One groove 1221 faces the gap opening, and the other faces away from the gap opening. Two grooves 1221 on adjacent profiles 122 at the same distance from the carrier 121 have the same opening direction. The electrical conductor 123 is disposed in the groove 1221. Therefore, the line connecting the electrical conductors 123 at the same distance from the carrier 121 is a straight line, which can avoid the occurrence of circuit confusion. In this embodiment, the electrical conductors 123 are arranged in two rows. Of course, in other optional embodiments, the electrical conductors 123 can also be arranged in a single row or multiple rows according to specific needs, and each profile 122 has one or more grooves 1221 communicating with the gap for installing the electrical conductors 123. There is no limitation on this.

[0058] like Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, each electrical connector group 20 includes two connectors that mate and connect, namely a first connector 21 and a second connector 22. The first connector 21 and the second connector 22 correspond to two adjacent track segments 10, respectively. Specifically, the first connector 21 is pivotally connected to the corresponding track segment 10 about its longitudinal axis. That is, the first connector 21 is pivotable relative to the corresponding track segment 10 about its longitudinal axis, allowing the first connector 21 to rotate and be inserted into the corresponding power rail 12 and electrically connected to the power conductor 123, thus achieving electrical connection between the first connector 21 and the corresponding track segment 10. The second connector 22 is installed on another adjacent track segment 10, and the second connector 22 can be inserted into the corresponding power rail 12 and electrically connected to the power conductor 123, thus achieving electrical connection between the second connector 22 and the corresponding track segment 10. Furthermore, when the first connector 21 is rotated to a state of electrical contact with the power conductor 123 of the corresponding power rail 12, it can mate with the second connector 22 on the adjacent track segment 10 along its longitudinal direction, thus achieving mechanical and electrical connection between the two adjacent track segments 10. By setting a first connector 21 that can pivot along a first direction and a second connector 22 that is fixedly installed, electrical connections and disconnections between multiple track segments 10 can be quickly achieved, improving the installation and disassembly efficiency of the track module 100.

[0059] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the track module 100 further includes a connecting plate 30 connecting two adjacent track segments 10. The connecting plate 30 protrudes from one end of one of the track segments 10. A first connector 21 is mounted on one end of the connecting plate 30. The first connector 21 is rotatable relative to the connecting plate 30 about a first direction to be inserted into the power rail 12 of the corresponding track segment 10 to make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. The connecting plate 30 is located between the mechanical rail 11 and the power rail 12, with the power rail 12 extending onto the connecting plate 30. The first connector 21 and the corresponding power rail 12 protrude from the corresponding mechanical rail 11 via the connecting plate 30. A corresponding second connector 22 is retracted into the corresponding mechanical rail 11 to reserve space for the insertion of the connecting plate 30. Preferably, the end of the connecting plate 30 near the second connector 22 also reserves space for the corresponding power rail 12 to extend into. Then, by inserting the connecting plate 30 into the adjacent mechanical guide rail 11, the two adjacent track segments 10 can be inserted into place along the first direction. At this time, the second connector 22 and the first connector 21 are simultaneously docked, realizing the mechanical and electrical connection between the two track segments 10. In this embodiment, the connecting plate 30 has the same shape as the mechanical guide rail 11 and can be inserted into the mechanical guide rail 11 from the longitudinal direction, thereby realizing the mechanical connection between the two track segments 10.

[0060] Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the first connector 21 may also be directly and pivotally mounted on one end of the mechanical guide rail 11 of one of the track segments 10, one end of which can be inserted into the mechanical guide rail 11 of the adjacent track segment 10, thereby realizing the mechanical and electrical connection between the two track segments 10.

[0061] like Figure 4 As shown, the connecting plate 30 includes a base plate 31 and two side plates 32 disposed on both sides of the base plate 31. The base plate 31 abuts against the bottom wall 111 of the mechanical guide rail 11, and the end of the base plate 31 away from the first connector 21 is located on one side of the protrusion 125 on the first bottom surface of the carrier 121. The two side plates 32 have abutment grooves 33 near the abutment protrusion 114 of the mechanical guide rail 11 to match the side walls 112 of the mechanical guide rail 11. Preferably, the ends of the two side walls 112 of the mechanical guide rail 11 away from the bottom wall 111 are bent into the assembly groove 113 to form snap-fit ​​grooves 115. The ends of the two side plates 32 are snapped into the snap-fit ​​grooves 115 of the mechanical guide rail 11. Through the abutment of the base plate 31 against the bottom wall 111 and the abutment of the ends of the side plates 32 against the snap-fit ​​grooves 115, the connecting plate 30 and the mechanical guide rail 11 are locked and engaged in the second direction.

[0062] like Figures 6-8 As shown, the first connector 21 has a first electrical connection portion 2121 and a plug-in portion 2122. The first electrical connection portion 2121 is used to insert into a corresponding power rail 12 and make electrical contact with a corresponding electrical conductor 123. The plug-in portion 2122 extends longitudinally toward the second connector 22 and is used for electrical connection with the second connector 22. The first connector 21 includes a plurality of first connecting members 211 adapted to a plurality of electrical conductors 123, a first connecting seat 213 for accommodating the first connecting members 211, and a first cover plate 214 that mates with the first connecting seat 213. The first cover plate 214 is used to encapsulate the first connecting members 211 within the first connecting seat 213. The first connecting members 211 are spaced apart from each other, and the two ends of each first connecting member 211 are exposed on two adjacent sides of the first connecting seat 213, respectively forming the plug-in portion 2122 and the first electrical connection portion 2121. The plug-in portion 2122 and the first electrical connection portion 2121 are electrically connected. Preferably, the first electrical connection portion 2121 and the plug portion 2122 are arranged perpendicular to each other.

[0063] Since the electrical conductors 123 in the power rail 12 are arranged in two rows, the multiple first connectors 211 in the first connector 21 are also arranged in two groups accordingly. The first connectors 211 in two adjacent groups are staggered in the first direction and the third direction, and the first electrical connection portions 2121 of the first connectors 211 in two adjacent groups are staggered in the second direction. This arrangement allows the first electrical connection portions 2121 of the first connectors 211 to make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductors 123, thus avoiding circuit confusion and short circuits. Of course, in other optional embodiments, when the power rail 12 only has a single row of electrical conductors 123, only one group of first connectors 211 is provided, and the problem of staggered arrangement of multiple first connectors 211 in a single group does not exist.

[0064] Specifically, the first connector 21 is a pivotable connector. The first connector 21 is rotatably connected to the corresponding track segment 10. During the rotation of the first connector 21, it has a connected position and a disconnected position electrically connected to the corresponding electrical conductor 123, such as... Figure 20 and Figure 21 As shown. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the first connector 21 can also be directly plugged into and fixed on the power rail 12 of the track segment 10, maintaining a connected position with the power rail 12, without limitation.

[0065] like Figure 21 As shown, in the connected position, the first electrical connection portion 2121 of the first connector 21 is electrically connected to the corresponding electrical conductor 123, and the plug portion 2122 faces the second connector 22, so as to facilitate the realization of electrical connection while realizing mechanical connection between two adjacent track segments 10.

[0066] like Figure 20 As shown, in the disconnected position, the insertion portion of the first connector 21 is offset from the second connector 22, and the first electrical connection portion 2121 is electrically isolated from the corresponding electrical conductor 123. At this time, mechanical connection is made between two adjacent track segments 10, but no electrical connection is achieved between them. This avoids electrical connection between adjacent track segments 10 during pre-installation, ensuring installation safety and facilitating power disconnection. Furthermore, it avoids damage to the connectors themselves due to frequent docking and disengagement of the first connector 21 and the second connector 22, reducing subsequent maintenance costs.

[0067] This simplified connection process makes installation more intuitive and easier, reducing the need for professional installers and saving installation time and costs. During installation, the track module 100 of this invention only requires pivoting the first connector 21 to the connection position and then mating it with the second connector 22, making it convenient, quick, and labor-saving. Furthermore, electrical connection is only achieved when adjacent track segments 10 are mated at the connection position, increasing safety during installation and maintenance and reducing the risk of electric shock. When maintenance or upgrades to the track module 100 are required, separating the first connector 21 and the second connector 22 (electrical isolation) and pivoting the first connector 21 to the disconnect position not only disconnects the power but also simultaneously separates the adjacent track segments 10, facilitating the replacement of load equipment and overall track maintenance.

[0068] Specifically, the first electrical connection portion 2121 of the first connector 211 is disposed along a second direction, and the insertion portion 2122 is disposed along a first direction. In this embodiment, the first cover plate 214 and the first connecting seat 213 of the first connector 21 are disposed along the second direction, that is, the first connecting seat 213 is disposed facing the power rail 12, while the first cover plate 214 is disposed away from the power rail 12. Both the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214 are made of insulating material, and a first receiving space 215 for partially receiving the first connector 211 is formed between the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214. Optionally, the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214 are detachably connected. Of course, in other embodiments, the first connecting seat 213 and the first cover plate 214 may also be integrally formed.

[0069] The first receiving space 215 is provided with a plurality of fixing brackets 216 for fixing the first connectors 211. In this embodiment, two sets of first connectors 211 are partially received in the first receiving space 215 along a first direction and are snapped and fixed to the fixing brackets 216. Two sets of fixing brackets 216 are provided, and the two sets of fixing brackets 216 are spaced apart and staggered in the first direction. Multiple fixing brackets 216 in the same set are spaced apart in a third direction. The first cover plate 214 is provided with a support plate 2141 extending toward the first receiving space 215 on one side of the first receiving space 215. The support plate 2141 can be used to support one set of the two sets of first connectors 211, while the other set of the two sets of first connectors 211 is in direct contact with the first cover plate 214. The first electrical connection portions 2121 of the two sets of first connectors 211 are preferably staggered in both the first and second directions, and the plug-in portions 2122 are preferably flush in the first direction and staggered in the second direction.

[0070] The first connector 213 has multiple first through-holes 2131 on the side opposite to the first cover plate 214 for the first electrical connection portions 2121 of the two sets of first connectors 211 to extend out, so that each first connector 211 makes electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. The first connector 213 has multiple first openings 2132 on the side facing the second connector 22 for the insertion portions 2122 of the two sets of first connectors 211 to extend out, so as to insert and cooperate with the second connector 22.

[0071] The first connector 213 has a plurality of spaced first insert plates 217 on the side facing the power rail 12. The first insert plates 217 extend in a second direction so that they can rotate to fit into the gap between adjacent profiles 122 of the power rail 12, thereby connecting the first connector 21 to the corresponding rail segment 10. A first through-hole 2131 is located near the side of the first insert plate 217, and the first insert plate 217 has a first receiving groove 2171 communicating with the first through-hole 2131. The first receiving groove 2171 is used to receive the first electrical connection portion 2121 of the first connector 211. The first connector 211 is partially fitted to the corresponding first insert plate 217. The first electrical connection portion 2121 is configured to follow the first insert plate 217 into the corresponding power rail 12 and make electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123.

[0072] The first electrical connection portion 2121 extends into the first receiving groove 2171 and partially protrudes from the first receiving groove 2171 so that when the first insert plate 217 is inserted into the corresponding power rail 12, the portion of the first electrical connection portion 2121 protruding from the receiving groove 2171 can make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. Preferably, the first electrical connection portion 2121 can also be considered as being jointly formed by the ends of the first insert plate 217 and the first connector 211. In the third direction, the first electrical connection portions 2121 of different groups of first connectors 211 are staggered on the same first insert plate 217 and located on opposite sides of the first insert plate 217.

[0073] In another embodiment of the invention, the track module 100 further includes at least one connection terminal 40 adapted to the first connector 21. For example... Figures 9-16As shown, the connecting terminal 40 is positioned in electrical contact with the corresponding power rail 12 and the electrical conductor 123, and the first electrical connection portion 2121 is configured to make electrical contact with the connecting terminal 40. That is, the first connector 21 is connected to the connecting terminal 40 via the first electrical connection portion 2121, thereby indirectly connecting to the electrical conductor 123 within the corresponding power rail 12. Specifically, the connecting terminal 40 includes an intermediate member 41 adapted to the first connector 211 and the electrical conductor 123, and a terminal base 42 for accommodating the intermediate member 41. One end of the intermediate member 41 is in electrical contact with the first electrical connection portion 2121, and the other end is in electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123. The intermediate members 41 are arranged along a second direction and are partially exposed at opposite ends of the terminal base 42. The intermediate members 41 are correspondingly divided into two groups, and the intermediate members 41 are spaced apart from each other. The intermediate components 41 of different groups are staggered in the first direction, and the ends of the intermediate components 41 of different groups that are electrically in contact with the first electrical connection portion 2121 are flush with each other in the second direction. The first electrical connection portion 2121 is also flush with each other in the second direction. The other ends of the intermediate components 41 of different groups that are electrically in contact with the electrical conductor 123 are staggered in the second direction. This arrangement ensures that the first connector 21 is correctly electrically connected to the corresponding electrical conductor 123 through the connection terminal 40, thus ensuring a stable circuit connection.

[0074] The first electrical connection portion 2121 can be a pin extending from the first connector 213, and the terminal base 42 of the connecting terminal 40 is provided with a corresponding receiving groove 422 for the pin to be inserted and make electrical contact with the corresponding intermediate member 41. Alternatively, the intermediate member 41 of the connecting terminal 40 may have a pin extending from the terminal base 42, and the first connector 21's first connector 21's first connector 21 may be provided with a corresponding receiving groove (not shown) for the pin to be inserted and make contact with the corresponding first connector 211; this is not limited. The connecting terminal 40 is inserted and fixed onto the power rail 12 of the corresponding track segment 10. The terminal base 42 has a plurality of spaced-apart plug plates 421 on the side facing the power rail 12, such as... Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown. Conversely, the first connector 213 does not have a first insert plate 217 on the side facing the power rail 12, as shown. Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown. The other structures of the first connector 21 remain largely unchanged, and the plug-in plate 421 is largely the same as the structure of the first plug-in plate 217 described above, so they will not be described in detail here. The intermediate piece 41 is partially attached to the corresponding plug-in plate 421, and follows the plug-in plate 421 into the corresponding power rail 12 and makes electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123.

[0075] like Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the first connector 21 is provided with a pivot portion 218 and a grip portion 219 disposed opposite to the pivot portion 218. The pivot portion 218 can be rotated along a rotation axis parallel to the first direction. For example, this rotation axis can be as follows: Figure 6 The line connecting the two pivot portions 218 is shown. In this embodiment, the first connector 21 is pivotally connected to the connecting plate 30 via the pivot portion 218, allowing the first connector 21 to rotate relative to the connecting plate 30 along the rotation axis, thereby quickly switching between a connected position and a disconnected position. The grip portion 219 is configured to be rotatable relative to the pivot portion 218 about the rotation axis via a drive. The first connector 21 is rotatably connected to the connecting plate 30 by means of the pivot portion 218 and the grip portion 219 to facilitate switching of the first connector 21 between the connected position and the disconnected position. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the pivot portion 218 may also rotate along other feasible rotation axes, and there is no limitation thereto.

[0076] Specifically, the pivot portion 218 is located on the side of the first connecting seat 213 and extends toward the side plate 32 of the connecting plate 30. The first connecting seat 213 can pivot relative to the corresponding track segment 10 by means of the pivot portion 218. Figure 7 As shown, the pivot portion 218 includes two lugs protruding from the first connecting seat 213. The lugs extend toward one side plate 32 of the connecting plate 30 and have rotation holes. A mating portion 321 is provided on one side plate 32 of the connecting plate 30 corresponding to the position of the pivot portion 218. The mating portion 321 includes two protrusions extending in a first direction. The two protrusions are respectively inserted into the rotation holes of the two lugs, thereby enabling the pivot portion 218 to be pivotally connected to the connecting plate 30. It should be noted that the pivot portion 218 can also be pivotally connected to the mating portion 321 of the connecting plate 30 in other ways, such as via a rotating shaft. This invention does not limit this.

[0077] The grip portion 219 is located on one end of the first cover plate 214 in a third direction away from the pivot portion 218. The grip portion 219 is used to move along a second direction (e.g.,...) Figure 20 The first connector 21 is rotated counterclockwise by the gripping part 219 to the connection position, thereby establishing an electrical connection between the two power rails 12. Conversely, the first connector 21 is rotated counterclockwise by the gripping part 219 in the opposite direction to the second direction (e.g., ...). Figure 21 The middle grip 219 flips the first connector 21 in a clockwise direction, changing the first connector 21 from the connected position to the disconnected position, thereby realizing the rapid power disconnection between the two power rails 12.

[0078] like Figures 17-19As shown, the second connector 22 has a second electrical connection portion 2221 and a mating portion 2222. The second electrical connection portion 2221 is used for electrical connection with the electrical conductor 123 within the corresponding power rail 12, and the mating portion 2222 faces the first connector 21 for mating with the insertion portion 2122. The second connector 22 includes a plurality of second connecting members 221 that mate with a plurality of electrical conductors 123, a second connecting seat 223 for accommodating the second connecting members 221, and a second cover plate 224 that mates with the second connecting seat 223. The second cover plate 224 encapsulates the second connecting members 221 within the second connecting seat 223. The second connecting members 221 are spaced apart from each other, with two ends of each second connecting member 221 exposed on adjacent sides of the second connecting seat 223, forming the mating portion 2222 and the second electrical connection portion 2221, respectively. The mating portion 2222 and the second electrical connection portion 2221 are electrically connected. The first electrical connection part 2121 and the second electrical connection part 2221 can be electrically connected through the insertion part and the docking part.

[0079] Preferably, the second electrical connection portion 2221 and the mating portion 2222 are arranged perpendicularly to each other. Since the electrical conductors 123 in the power rail 12 are arranged in two rows, the multiple second connectors 221 in the second connector 22 are also correspondingly arranged in two groups. The second connectors 221 in adjacent groups are staggered in the first direction, and the second electrical connection portions 2221 in adjacent groups are staggered in the second direction. This arrangement ensures that the second electrical connection portions 2221 of the second connectors 221 can make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductors 123, preventing circuit misalignment and short circuits. Of course, in other optional embodiments, when the power rail 12 only has a single row of electrical conductors 123, only one group of second connectors 221 is provided, and the problem of staggered arrangement of multiple second connectors 221 in a single group does not exist.

[0080] like Figure 18 As shown, the second connector 22 is inserted and fixed onto the power rail 12 of the adjacent track segment 10. The second electrical connection portion 2221 of the second connector 22 is arranged along a second direction, and the mating portion 2222 is arranged along a first direction. In this embodiment, the second cover plate 224 and the second connecting seat 223 of the second connector 22 are arranged along the second direction, that is, the second connecting seat 223 is arranged facing the power rail 12, while the second cover plate 224 is arranged away from the power rail 12. The second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224 are both made of insulating material, and a second receiving space 225 for partially accommodating the second connector 221 is formed between the second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224. Optionally, the second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224 are detachably connected. Of course, in other embodiments, the second connecting seat 223 and the second cover plate 224 can also be integrally formed.

[0081] The second receiving space 225 is provided with a spacer 226 for mounting two sets of second connectors 221. In this embodiment, the two sets of second connectors 221 are mounted on the spacer 226 along a first direction and are partially received within the second receiving space 225. Optionally, the second connecting seat 223 and the spacer 226 are detachably connected. Of course, in other embodiments, the second connecting seat 223 and the spacer 226 can also be integrally formed. One set of the two sets of second connectors 221 surrounds the outside of the other set, such that the two sets of second connectors 221 are staggered in the first direction and the second direction. The second electrical connection portions 2221 of the two sets of second connectors 221 are preferably staggered in both the first and second directions, and the mating portions 2222 are preferably flush in the first direction and staggered in the second direction. The second connectors 221 are spaced apart from each other. The spacer 226 is provided with a second partition 2261 that separates a set of second connectors 221 surrounding the outside, and the set of second connectors 221 contacts the second cover plate 224. The second connecting seat 223 is provided with a first partition 2231 that separates another set of second connectors 221. The two sets of second connectors 221 are installed on both sides of the spacer 226 and are spaced apart.

[0082] The second connector 223 has multiple second through-holes 2232 on the side opposite to the second cover plate 224 for the second electrical connection portion 2221 of each second connector 221 to extend out, such as Figure 19 As shown, so as to make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123. The second connector 223 has a plurality of second openings 2233 along the longitudinal direction toward the first connector 21 for exposing the mating portions 2222 of the two sets of second connectors 221 so that the mating portions 2222 can be inserted and engaged with the plug-in portions 2122.

[0083] The second connector 223 has multiple spaced second insert plates 227 on the side facing the power rail 12. The second insert plates 227 extend along a second direction to facilitate insertion into the power rail 12. The gaps between the insert plates 227 and the profiles 122 allow for mechanical connection with the power rail 12, ensuring a fixed connection between the second connector 22 and the corresponding track segment 10 before insertion into the first connector 21. A second through-hole 2232 is located near the second insert plate 227, and the second insert plate 227 has a second receiving groove 2271 communicating with the second through-hole 2232. The second receiving groove 2271 accommodates the second electrical connection portion 2221 of the second connector 221. The second connector 221 partially conforms to the corresponding second insert plate 227. The second electrical connection portion 2221 is configured to follow the second insert plate 227 into the corresponding power rail 12 and make electrical contact with the electrical conductor 123. The second electrical connection portion 2221 extends into the second receiving groove 2271 and partially protrudes from the second receiving groove 2271, enabling it to make electrical contact with the corresponding electrical conductor 123 when the second insert plate 227 is inserted into the corresponding power rail 12. Preferably, the second electrical connection portion 2221 can also be considered as being jointly formed by the ends of the second insert plate 227 and the second connector 221. In a third direction, the second electrical connection portions 2221 of different groups of second connectors 221 are staggered on the same second insert plate 227 and located on opposite sides of the second insert plate 227.

[0084] like Figures 6-19 As shown, the electrical connection between two adjacent track segments 10 is achieved through the mating portion 2222 and the insertion portion 2122. In this embodiment, the insertion portion 2122 is a contact terminal extending from the first connecting seat 213 of the first connector 21, and the mating portion 2222 is a slot provided in the second connecting seat 223 of the second connector 22, through which the contact terminal is inserted. Specifically, the first opening 2132 is formed on the side of the first connecting seat 213 facing the second connector 22 along the longitudinal direction, and the insertion portion 2122 of the first connector 21 extends out to correspond to the first opening 2132. The insertion portion is exposed and serves as a contact terminal for mating with the second connector 22. The second opening 2233 is formed on the side of the second connecting seat 223 facing the first connector 21 along the longitudinal direction, and the mating portion 2222 of the second connector 22 is received within the second opening 2233, forming a slot for the insertion portion 2122 to be inserted. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the mating portion 2222 and the insertion portion 2122 can also be configured to have a patch-like contact. In this case, the insertion portion 2122 can be provided with a bent electrical connection end (not shown). The bending center of the electrical connection end can make close contact with the mating portion 2222 when the insertion portion 2122 extends into the second opening 2233, thereby improving the stability of the electrical connection.

[0085] In some embodiments, the mating portion 2222 is a contact terminal extending from the second connector seat 223 of the second connector 22, and the insertion portion 2122 is a slot provided in the first connector seat 213 of the first connector 21, through which the contact terminal is inserted. Specifically, the second opening 2233 is formed on the side of the second connector seat 223 facing the first connector 21 along the longitudinal direction, and the mating portion 2222 of the second connector 22 extends from the second opening 2233. The mating portion 2222 is exposed and is a contact terminal for mating with the first connector 21. The first opening 2132 is formed on the side of the first connector seat 213 facing the second connector 22 along the longitudinal direction, and the insertion portion 2122 of the first connector 21 is received within the first opening 2132, forming a slot for the mating portion 2222 to be inserted. Of course, in other alternative embodiments, the mating portion 2222 and the insertion portion 2122 may also be provided in a patch-type contact. In this case, a bent electrical connection end (not shown) may be provided on the mating portion 2222. The bending center of the electrical connection end can make close contact with the insertion part 2122 when the mating part 2222 extends into the first opening 2133, thereby improving the stability of the electrical connection.

[0086] In summary, the track module 100 of the present invention, by configuring the first connector 21 of the two connectors to be pivotable relative to one of the track segments 10 about its longitudinal axis, and by installing the second connector 22 to an adjacent track segment 10, allows the first connector 21 to be rotated to a state of electrical connection with the corresponding power rail 12 and electrical conductor 123, and then to mate with the second connector 22 on the adjacent track segment 10 along its longitudinal direction, thus enabling a mechanical and electrical connection between the two adjacent track segments 10. In this way, a mechanical and electrical connection between two adjacent track segments 10 can be achieved through the mating of the two connectors, which is simple to operate and facilitates the installation and disassembly of the track module 100.

[0087] 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 (10), each track segment (10) including an electric rail (12) having a plurality of electric conductors (123) extending along its longitudinal direction; At least one electrical connector group (20), the electrical connector group (20) comprising two connectors corresponding to the two power rails (12) respectively; The two connectors include a first connector (21) pivotally connected to one of the track segments (10) along the longitudinal direction and a second connector (22) mounted to an adjacent track segment (10). The first connector (21) is configured to be able to dock with the second connector (22) on the adjacent track segment (10) along the longitudinal direction when rotated to be electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123) in the corresponding power rail (12), so that the two adjacent track segments (10) are mechanically and electrically connected.

2. The track module of claim 1, wherein: The first connector (21) is provided with a first electrical connection portion (2121) electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123) in the corresponding power rail (12), and the second connector (22) is provided with a second electrical connection portion (2221) electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123) in the corresponding power rail (12). The first electrical connection portion (2121) and the second electrical connection portion (2221) are configured to be electrically conductive.

3. The track module of claim 2, wherein: The first connector (21) is further provided with a plug portion (2122) extending longitudinally toward the second connector (22), the plug portion (2122) and the first electrical connection portion (2121) being electrically connected; the second connector (22) is provided with a mating portion (2222) adapted to the plug portion (2122), the mating portion (2222) and the second electrical connection portion (2221) being electrically connected.

4. The track module of claim 3, wherein: The first connector (21) includes a first connector (213) and a plurality of first connectors (211) housed in the first connector (213). The two ends of the first connectors (211) are respectively exposed on two adjacent sides of the first connector (213) and respectively constitute the plug-in portion (2122) and the first electrical connection portion (2121).

5. The track module of claim 4, wherein: The first connector (213) has a plurality of spaced first insert plates (217) on the side facing the power rail (12). The first connector (211) is fitted to the corresponding first insert plate (217). The first electrical connection part (2121) is configured to follow the first insert plate (217) into the corresponding power rail (12) and make electrical contact with the electrical conductor (123).

6. The track module of claim 4, wherein: The track module further includes at least one connection terminal (40) adapted to the first connector (21), the connection terminal (40) being placed on the corresponding power rail (12) and electrically contacting the electrical conductor (123), and the first electrical connection portion (2121) being configured to electrically contact the connection terminal (40).

7. The track module of claim 3, wherein: The second connector (22) includes a second connector (223) and a plurality of second connectors (221) housed within the second connector (223). The two ends of the second connectors (221) are exposed on two adjacent sides of the second connector (223) and respectively constitute the mating portion (2222) and the second electrical connection portion (2221).

8. The track module of claim 7, wherein: The second connector (223) is provided with a plurality of second insert plates (227) placed in the corresponding power rail (12), and the second connector (221) is attached to the corresponding second insert plate (227). The second electrical connection part (2221) is formed by the ends of the second insert plate (227) and the second connector (221).

9. The track module of claim 1, wherein: The first connector (21) is provided with a pivot portion (218) and a grip portion (219) disposed opposite to the pivot portion (218). The first connector (21) is pivotable relative to the corresponding track segment (10) by means of the pivot portion (218) and the grip portion (219).

10. A track system, characterized in that include: The track module as described in any one of claims 1-9; The load device is mounted on the track section (10) and electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123).

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