Rail system and lighting system

Abstract

The application provides a track system and a lighting system. The track system comprises: at least two track sections, each track section comprising a track shell and an elastic piece arranged on the track shell, the elastic piece being provided with a buckle part and an operation part extending from the buckle part along the longitudinal direction of the track shell; and at least one connecting assembly for connecting two adjacent track sections, comprising a connecting shell corresponding to the track shell and a connecting piece arranged on the connecting shell. In the locked state, the connecting piece moves along the longitudinal direction and is in sliding contact with the operation part until the connecting piece is buckled with the buckle part, so that the connecting assembly is connected with the corresponding track section. Compared with the prior art, the track system of the application can easily realize the connection and disassembly between two track sections by the cooperation of the elastic piece and the connecting piece.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In lighting systems, modular track lighting fixtures are favored for their flexibility and scalability. These fixtures typically consist of multiple track segments and light source components, which users can cascade to create the desired lighting layout. However, in existing technologies, the cascading connection and assembly of track lighting fixtures generally rely on screw fastening.

[0003] While screw-locking provides a degree of stability and secureness for track lighting fixtures, it requires specialized tools and skills, making installation and removal complex and time-consuming. For non-professional users, installing and removing track lighting fixtures can be a challenging task.

[0004] In view of this, it is indeed necessary to improve the existing cascading connection and assembly methods of track lighting fixtures in order to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a track system that is easy to assemble and disassemble.

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

[0007] At least two track segments, each track segment including a track housing and an elastic member disposed on the track housing, the elastic member having a latching part and an operating part extending from the latching part along the longitudinal direction of the track housing;

[0008] At least one connecting component for connecting two adjacent track segments, including a connecting housing corresponding to the track housing and a connecting member disposed on the connecting housing;

[0009] In the locked state, the connector moves along the longitudinal direction and slides into contact with the operating part until it engages with the latching part, thereby connecting the connecting component to the corresponding track segment.

[0010] Optionally, in the disengaged state, the operating part responds to the external force and generates elastic deformation, driving the latching part to disengage from the connector along the longitudinal direction, so that the connecting assembly disengages from the corresponding track segment along the longitudinal direction.

[0011] Optionally, the buckle part has a first limiting surface on the side opposite to the operating part, and the connector has a second limiting surface adapted to the first limiting surface. In the locked state, the first limiting surface and the second limiting surface abut against each other.

[0012] Optionally, the elastic element includes a fixing part connected to the track housing and a mating part that is cantilevered on the fixing part. The snap-fit ​​part and the operating part are both located on the mating part and are located away from the fixing part.

[0013] Optionally, the connector is a plate-shaped structure located at the end of the connecting housing, and a limiting part is provided on the side of the fixing part facing the connecting housing. In the locked state, the limiting part abuts against the outer edge of the connecting housing.

[0014] Optionally, both the fixing part and the docking part extend along the longitudinal direction of the track housing, and in the vertical direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, the fixing part and the docking part are spaced apart from each other.

[0015] Optionally, the docking part may also include a guide part that connects the snap-fit ​​part and the operating part, and the guide part is inclined relative to the longitudinal direction.

[0016] Optionally, there are two latching parts that are symmetrical to each other, and there are two connecting parts and two operating parts, and the distance between the two connecting parts and the distance between the two operating parts are both less than the distance between the two latching parts.

[0017] Optionally, the force-applying ends of the two operating units can generate opposite elastic displacements in response to synchronous force application.

[0018] Optionally, one of the two operating parts is an elastic articulated arm structure to provide space for elastic deformation of the two operating parts under the action of external force.

[0019] Another object of the present invention is to provide a lighting system that applies the above-described track system.

[0020] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a lighting system including a light source assembly and the aforementioned track system, wherein the light source assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: The track system of this invention, by providing an elastic element on the track housing, with the elastic element having a snap-fit ​​portion and an operating portion extending longitudinally from the snap-fit ​​portion along the track housing, and simultaneously providing a connecting member on the connecting housing, allows the connecting member to move longitudinally and slide into contact with the operating portion in the locked state until it engages with the snap-fit ​​portion, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the connecting component and the corresponding track segment. Compared to the prior art, the track system of this invention, utilizing the cooperation of the elastic element and the connecting member, can easily achieve the connection and disassembly between two track segments, greatly simplifying the installation and disassembly process. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a track system conforming to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Exploded view of the orbital system shown.

[0024] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of the area circled in the middle.

[0025] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the middle track section.

[0026] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of the area circled in the middle.

[0027] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the connecting component.

[0028] Figure 7 yes Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of the elastic element.

[0029] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the elastic element from another angle.

[0030] Figure label:

[0031] 100-track system;

[0032] 10-track section, 11-track housing, 111-connecting wall, 112-side wall, 113-mounting groove, 12-elastic element, 1201-fixing part, 1202-connecting part, 1203-transfer part, 121-snap-fitting part, 1211-first limiting surface, 122-operating part, 123-limiting part, 124-extension part, 125-guide part, 13-conductive busbar;

[0033] 20-Connecting component, 21-Connecting housing, 211-Base plate, 212-Side plate, 213-Intercepting slot, 22-Connector, 221-Second limiting surface. Detailed Implementation

[0034] 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.

[0035] It should be noted that, in order to avoid obscuring the present invention with unnecessary details, only the structures and / or processing steps closely related to the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings, while other details that are not closely related to the present invention are omitted.

[0036] Additionally, it should be noted that the terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0037] The present invention provides a lighting system including a track system 100 and a light source assembly (not shown). The light source assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system 100.

[0038] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the track system 100 includes at least two track segments 10 and at least one connecting assembly 20 connecting adjacent track segments 10. Each track segment 10 includes a track housing 11 and an elastic member 12 disposed on the track housing 11. The connecting assembly 20 includes a connecting housing 21 correspondingly connected to the track housing 11 and a connecting member 22 disposed on the connecting housing 21. The connecting member 22 and the elastic member 12 cooperate to achieve a detachable connection between the track segments 10, facilitating the rapid assembly and disassembly of the track system 100 and improving the flexibility and maintainability of the track system 100. Of course, in other embodiments, the elastic member 12 may also be disposed on the connecting housing 21, and correspondingly, the connecting member 22 may be disposed on the track housing 11; this is not a limitation.

[0039] The track system 100 has a locked state and a disengaged state. In the locked state, the elastic element 12 and the connector 22 cooperate to connect the connecting assembly 20 to the corresponding track segment 10. In the disengaged state, pressing the elastic element 12 causes it to move relative to the connector 22, thereby disengaging the track segment 10 from the connector 22 in the splicing direction of the connecting assembly 20, facilitating the disassembly of the connecting assembly 20 and the corresponding track segment 10. The track system 100 can switch between the locked and disengaged states through a simple pressing action, allowing users to easily connect and disassemble the track segment 10 without using complex tools or performing cumbersome operations.

[0040] Specifically, such as Figures 3 to 8As shown, the elastic member 12 has a latching part 121 and an operating part 122 extending from the latching part 121 along the longitudinal direction of the track housing 11. In the locked state (i.e., during assembly), the connecting member 22 moves along the longitudinal direction and slides into contact with the operating part 122 until it slides past the operating part 122 and engages with the latching part 121, thus connecting the connecting assembly 20 to the corresponding track segment 10. In the disengaged state (i.e., during disassembly), pressure is first applied to the operating part 122 of the elastic member 12, causing the operating part 122 to elastically deform in response to the external force, driving the latching part 121 to disengage from the connecting member 22 along the longitudinal direction. Then, the connecting housing 21 is pulled along the longitudinal direction of the track housing 11, thus disengaging the connecting assembly 20 from the corresponding track segment 10 along the longitudinal direction.

[0041] For clarity, the longitudinal direction of track segment 10 (i.e., the splicing direction of two track segments 10) is defined as the first direction, and the height direction of track segment 10 (i.e., the vertical direction mentioned below) is defined as the second direction. The first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0042] like Figures 3 to 6 As shown, the track housing 11 includes a connecting wall 111 and side walls 112 located on opposite sides of the connecting wall 111. The connecting wall 111 and the side walls 112 together form a mounting groove 113. The connecting housing 21 includes a base plate 211 and side plates 212 located on opposite sides of the base plate 211. The base plate 211 and the side plates 212 together form an insertion groove 213. During assembly, the connecting component 20 is inserted into the mounting groove 113, so that the base plate 211 is connected to the connecting wall 111, and the side plates 212 are connected to the corresponding side walls 112. At this time, the connecting component 20 is limited in the track housing 11 along the second direction, preventing it from shaking or shifting in the second direction within the track housing 11, thereby enhancing the overall structural stability of the entire track system 100.

[0043] In this embodiment, the elastic element 12 is disposed on the connecting wall 111 of the track housing 11, and the connecting element 22 is correspondingly disposed on the base plate 211 of the connecting housing 21. Of course, in other embodiments, the elastic element 12 can also be disposed on the side wall 112, and the connecting element 22 can be correspondingly disposed on the side plate 212, as long as a stable connection between the connecting assembly 20 and the corresponding track housing 11 can be achieved. Furthermore, the number of elastic elements 12 and connecting elements 22 can be adjusted according to actual conditions, and is not limited here.

[0044] Combination Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the elastic member 12 extends along a first direction and includes a fixing part 1201 connected to the connecting wall 111 of the track housing 11 and a mating part 1202 cantilevered on the fixing part 1201. Optionally, the fixing part 1201 is welded to the connecting wall 111 in a plate shape. A snap-fit ​​part 121 and an operating part 122 are both located on the mating part 1202 and disposed away from the fixing part 1201. The snap-fit ​​part 121 and the operating part 122 make the connection between the connecting assembly 20 and the track housing 11 more convenient and quick, facilitating the insertion and disassembly of the connecting assembly 20 while ensuring the stability of the connection.

[0045] Both the fixing part 1201 and the docking part 1202 extend along the longitudinal direction (i.e., the first direction) of the track housing 11, and are spaced apart from each other in the vertical direction (i.e., the second direction) perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, so that the docking part 1202 can be easily and conveniently connected and disassembled with the connector 22. Optionally, a transition part 1203 is provided between the fixing part 1201 and the docking part 1202. The transition part 1203 is L-shaped, with one end connected to the side of the fixing part 1201 and the other end connected to the bottom edge of the docking part 1202. The provision of the transition part 1203 creates a gap between the fixing part 1201 and the docking part 1202, so that when the docking part 1202 is engaged with the corresponding connector 22, the connection and fixation between the fixing part 1201 and the track housing 11 are not affected, thereby enhancing the overall structural stability of the entire track system 100.

[0046] In this embodiment, the connector 22 is a plate-like structure erected at the end of the connecting housing 21, and a limiting part 123 is provided on the side of the elastic member 12 away from the operating part 122. A first limiting surface 1211 is provided on the side of the latching part 121 away from the operating part 122, and a second limiting surface 221 adapted to the first limiting surface 1211 is provided on the connector 22. In the locked state, the first limiting surface 1211 and the second limiting surface 221 abut against each other, and the limiting part 123 abuts against the outer edge of the connecting housing 21, thereby restricting relative movement between the connector 22 and the elastic member 12 in the first direction.

[0047] Optionally, the limiting part 123 is formed on the side of the fixing part 1201 facing the connecting housing 21, so that while the connecting piece 22 slides through the operating part 122 and is locked in place with the snap-fit ​​part 121, the connecting housing 21 and the limiting part 123 also abut against each other, ensuring the locking and fixing between the connecting piece 22 and the elastic member 12, and improving the structural stability of the entire track system 100.

[0048] In this embodiment, the docking portion 1202 has an overall U-shaped structure, including an extension 124 connected to the adapter portion 1203. The extension 124 is U-shaped, and two locking portions 121 and two operating portions 122 are provided, connected to both ends of the extension 124. Preferably, the two locking portions 121 are symmetrically arranged. Figure 3 As shown, two connectors 22 are also provided, and the distance between the two connectors 22 and the distance between the two operating parts 122 are both smaller than the distance between the two latching parts 121. Thus, during assembly, the two connectors 22 can easily slide past the two operating parts 122 and engage with the two latching parts 121.

[0049] The docking part 1202 also includes a guide part 125 connecting the latching part 121 and the operating part 122. The guide part 125 is inclined relative to the first direction. Thus, the connector 22 can press the two latching parts 121 inward under the guidance of the guide part 125 until it slides past the latching parts 121. The latching parts 121 rebound under their own elastic force, and the first limiting surface 1211 and the second limiting surface 221 abut against each other, thereby realizing the latching and fixing of the connector 22 and the latching parts 121, and putting the track system 100 in a locked state.

[0050] In other words, in the locked state, i.e., when installed in place, the connector 22 is located outside the extension 124, and the second limiting surface 221 abuts against the first limiting surface 1211. The connecting housing 21 and the limiting part 123 also abut against each other, restricting the movement of the connecting assembly 20 in the direction of detachment from the track housing 11. This forms a locking mechanism between the connector 22 and the elastic member 12, thereby limiting the connecting assembly 20 in the track housing 11 in the first direction, ultimately achieving the connection of the two track segments 10, as detailed below. Figure 3 As shown.

[0051] Furthermore, the guide section 125 allows the connecting component 20 to be guided when inserted into the mounting slot 113, making it easier to achieve precise docking with the track section 10, simplifying the installation process, and reducing the risk of installation errors or damage due to improper operation.

[0052] In this invention, the force-applying ends of the two operating parts 122 can generate opposite elastic displacements in response to synchronous force application. That is, under the action of external force, the two operating parts 122 can elastically deform toward each other, so that during disassembly, the two operating parts 122 can be directly pinched by hand, causing the two latching parts 121 to also deform toward each other until the latching parts 121 disengage from the corresponding connecting parts 22. At this time, the connecting assembly 20 can be pulled along the first direction to disengage from the corresponding track segment 10, and the track system 100 switches from the locked state to the disengaged state.

[0053] Optionally, one of the two operating parts 122 is an elastic curved arm structure, and the other is a plate-like structure. In the initial state, the two operating parts 122 abut against each other, thus providing space for elastic deformation of the two operating parts 122 under external force. Furthermore, after the external force is released, the two operating parts 122 can quickly return to their original position under the elastic force of each other, preventing shape changes due to external force and improving the structural stability of the entire track system 100. Preferably, the elastic curved arm structure is S-shaped, but this should not be a limitation.

[0054] When connecting two track segments 10, first insert one end of the connecting component 20 into the mounting groove 113 of one of the track housings 11. The connecting piece 22 slides past the operating part 122 and directly contacts the guide part 125. Continue pushing the connecting component 20 so that the connecting piece 22 presses against the guide part 125. The two guide parts 125 drive the two latching parts 121 to move towards each other until the connecting piece 22 slides past the latching parts 121. The two operating parts 122 drive the two latching parts 121 to spring back. At this time, the second limiting surface 221 of the connecting piece 22 abuts against the first limiting surface 1211, and the connecting housing 21 abuts against the limiting part 123, indicating that the connecting component 20 is connected to the track housing 11 on that side. Then, using the same method, connect the other end of the connecting component 20 to the other track housing 11, so that the two track segments 10 are limited in the first direction. The two track segments 10 are connected in place, and the track system 100 is in a locked state.

[0055] When disassembling the two track sections 10, first pinch the two operating parts 122 with your hands, so that the two operating parts 122 drive the two latching parts 121 to undergo elastic deformation simultaneously until the connecting part 22 disengages from the latching part 121. The track system 100 switches from the locked state to the disengaged state, and then the two track sections 10 can be pulled apart, so that the connecting housing 21 and the track housing 11 are separated from each other, thus realizing the separation of the track sections 10.

[0056] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the track system 100 also includes a conductive busbar 13 located in the mounting slot 113. The conductive busbar 13 provides a stable power supply to the light source assembly. Since much information regarding the conductive busbar 13 has already been disclosed in the prior art, it will not be described in detail in this embodiment to avoid unnecessary length.

[0057] In summary, the track system 100 of the present invention provides an elastic element 12 on the connecting wall 111 of the track housing 11. This elastic element 12 has a latching portion 121 and an operating portion 122 extending from the latching portion 121 along the longitudinal direction of the track housing 11. Simultaneously, a connecting member 22 is provided on the base plate 211 of the connecting housing 21. Thus, in the locked state, the connecting member 22 can move along the longitudinal direction and slide into contact with the operating portion 122 until it engages with the latching portion 121, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the connecting assembly 20 and the corresponding track segment 10. When disassembly or reassembly is required, simply pressing the operating portion 122 of the elastic element 12 causes the operating portion 122 to elastically deform until the latching portion 121 disengages from the connecting member 22, easily separating the connecting assembly 20 from the corresponding track segment 10, greatly simplifying the installation and disassembly process.

[0058] 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 system, characterized in that, include: At least two track segments (10), each track segment (10) includes a track housing (11) and an elastic member (12) disposed in the track housing (11), the elastic member (12) being provided with a latching part (121) and an operating part (122) extending from the latching part (121) along the longitudinal direction of the track housing (11); At least one connecting component (20) for connecting two adjacent track segments (10), including a connecting housing (21) correspondingly connected to the track housing (11) and a connector (22) disposed on the connecting housing (21); In the locked state, the connector (22) moves along the longitudinal direction and slides into contact with the operating part (122) until it engages with the latching part (121), so that the connecting component (20) is connected to the corresponding track segment (10).

2. The track system according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the disengaged state, the operating part (122) responds to the external force and generates elastic deformation, driving the latching part (121) to disengage from the connector (22) along the longitudinal direction, so that the connecting assembly (20) disengages from the corresponding track segment (10) along the longitudinal direction.

3. The track system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buckle (121) has a first limiting surface (1211) on the side opposite to the operation part (122), and the connector (22) has a second limiting surface (221) adapted to the first limiting surface (1211). In the locked state, the first limiting surface (1211) and the second limiting surface (221) abut against each other.

4. The track system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The elastic element (12) includes a fixing part (1201) connected to the track housing (11) and a docking part (1202) suspended on the fixing part (1201). The snap-fit ​​part (121) and the operating part (122) are both located on the docking part (1202) and are located away from the fixing part (1201).

5. The track system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connector (22) is a plate-shaped structure provided at the end of the connecting housing (21). The fixing part (1201) has a limiting part (123) on the side facing the connecting housing (21). In the locked state, the limiting part (123) abuts against the outer edge of the connecting housing (21).

6. The track system according to claim 4, characterized in that, Both the fixing part (1201) and the docking part (1202) extend along the longitudinal direction of the track housing (11), and in the vertical direction perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, the fixing part (1201) and the docking part (1202) are spaced apart from each other.

7. The track system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The docking part (1202) further includes a guide part (125) that connects the snap-fit ​​part (121) and the operating part (122), and the guide part (125) is inclined relative to the longitudinal direction.

8. The track system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The latching part (121) is provided in two symmetrically, and the connecting part (22) and the operating part (122) are each provided in two, and the distance between the two connecting parts (22) and the distance between the two operating parts (122) are both less than the distance between the two latching parts (121).

9. The track system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The force-applying ends of the two operating parts (122) can generate opposite elastic displacements in response to synchronous force application operations.

10. The orbital system according to claim 9, characterized in that, One of the two operating parts (122) is an elastic curved arm structure, which provides space for elastic deformation of the two operating parts (122) under the action of external force.

11. A lighting system, characterized in that, It includes a light source assembly and a track system (100) as described in any one of claims 1 to 10, wherein the light source assembly is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system (100).

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