Protective shell with extensible memory

By designing a memory-scalable protective shell and using the expansion components to connect to the smart terminal, the problem of insufficient memory in the smart terminal is solved, memory expansion and data interaction are realized, and user experience and storage capabilities are improved.

CN222170132UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-13GWD(ZHUHAI) INTELLIGENCE TECH LTD CO
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202322836548.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-10-20
Publication Date
2024-12-13
Estimated Expiration
2033-10-20

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The memory space of smart terminals is insufficient, the existing cloud storage solutions are slow to store and read and have limited free space, which cannot fully meet user needs.

Method used

Design a protective case with expandable memory, including a shell and expansion component. The expansion component includes expansion circuit module and storage medium, which is connected to the smart terminal through a data connector to realize data interaction between the storage medium and the smart terminal, and expand the memory of the smart terminal. space.

Benefits of technology

It effectively expands the memory space of smart terminals, improves user experience, can store more data and make the operation smoother, and meets users' usage needs.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a protective shell with an extensible memory, which is characterized by comprising a shell for accommodating an intelligent terminal and an expansion assembly for expanding the memory of the intelligent terminal, an expansion assembly is arranged on the shell; the capacity expansion assembly comprises a capacity expansion circuit module and one or more storage media, and the one or more storage media are fixedly or detachably arranged on the capacity expansion circuit module; the capacity expansion circuit module is connected with a data connector; and the data joint is used for realizing data interaction between the storage medium and the intelligent terminal. According to the utility model, the capacity expansion assembly is additionally arranged on the protective shell, the data connector used for being connected with the intelligent terminal is arranged on the capacity expansion assembly, and the data connector is connected with the capacity expansion circuit module arranged on the capacity expansion assembly; the capacity expansion circuit module is provided with a mounting base used for being connected with a storage medium, and the memory expansion function of the intelligent terminal is achieved through the capacity expansion assembly.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of smart terminal accessories technology, and in particular to a protective case with expandable memory. Background Technology

[0002] Generally speaking, once a smart terminal is manufactured, the size of its internal storage space is fixed. However, with the increasing number of software functions and their growing space requirements, insufficient memory space in smart terminals has become a common problem, affecting the user experience.

[0003] In existing technologies, cloud storage is a way to expand the memory space of smart terminals. Cloud storage generally uses cloud disk apps provided by smart terminal manufacturers or other service providers to store files and data in the smart terminal's memory in the cloud disk. However, the storage and retrieval process is relatively slow, requires network operation, and the free space available is limited, which cannot fully meet the actual needs of users.

[0004] Therefore, a solution is needed to address the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention proposes a memory-expandable protective shell to expand the memory space of smart terminals and solve the problem of insufficient memory in smart terminals. The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0006] A memory-expandable protective case includes: a housing for accommodating a smart terminal and an expansion component for expanding the memory of the smart terminal;

[0007] The expansion assembly is provided on the housing;

[0008] The capacity expansion component includes a capacity expansion circuit module and a storage medium, one or more of the storage media being fixedly or detachably mounted on the capacity expansion circuit module; the capacity expansion circuit module is connected to a data connector;

[0009] The data connector is used to enable data interaction between the storage medium and the smart terminal.

[0010] In one specific embodiment, the housing is further provided with a recessed groove, the recessed groove being shaped to fit the expansion component, and the expansion component being disposed in the recessed groove.

[0011] In one specific embodiment, a rotating connector is also provided in the settling tank;

[0012] The rotating connector includes a rotating shaft and an extension member. The two ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected to the sidewalls of the settling tank. One end of the extension member is connected to the rotating shaft, and the other end of the extension member is connected to the expansion assembly, so that the expansion assembly can rotate relative to the housing through the rotating connector.

[0013] In one specific embodiment, a hidden groove is provided at the bottom of the housing, the outline of the hidden groove matches the data connector, and the size of the hidden groove is larger than the data connector, so that the data connector can be embedded in the hidden groove.

[0014] In one specific embodiment, the bottom of the data connector is also provided with a cover, which is used to close the hidden slot when the data connector is placed in the hidden slot.

[0015] In one specific embodiment, the hidden groove narrows from the outside to the inside in a horizontal direction, and elastic clamping parts are also provided on both sides of the hidden groove;

[0016] The two sides of the data connector abut against the clamping parts on both sides of the hidden groove.

[0017] In one specific embodiment, the data connector is connected to the data expansion module via a data cable.

[0018] In one specific embodiment, the sidewall edge of the housing is further provided with a notch for facilitating the placement of a smart terminal.

[0019] In one specific embodiment, a hanging ring is also provided on the housing.

[0020] In one specific embodiment, the data expansion module is provided with a mounting base for connecting the storage medium.

[0021] This utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0022] This utility model adds a capacity expansion component to the protective shell. The capacity expansion component is equipped with a data connector for connecting to a smart terminal. The data connector is connected to a capacity expansion circuit module set on the capacity expansion component. The capacity expansion circuit module is equipped with a mounting base for connecting a storage medium. The capacity expansion component realizes the memory expansion function of the smart terminal. Attached Figure Description

[0023] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this utility model and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of the protective shell according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of the protective shell according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the protective shell and expansion component structure proposed in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of a protective shell expansion assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of the protective shell according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of the protective shell according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 7 The protective shell state proposed in another embodiment of this utility model Figure 1 ;

[0031] Figure 8 The protective shell state proposed in another embodiment of this utility model Figure 2 .

[0032] Figure label:

[0033] 1-Housing; 2-Expansion assembly; 201-Expansion circuit module; 202-Storage medium; 3-Data connector; 31-Cap; 4-Submersible groove; 5-Rotating connector; 501-Shaft; 502-Extension; 6-Hidden groove; 7-Data cable; 8-Notch; 9-Hanging ring; 10-Connector hole; 11-Mounting base. Detailed Implementation

[0034] Various embodiments of this disclosure will be described more fully below. This disclosure may have various embodiments, and adjustments and changes may be made therein. However, it should be understood that there is no intention to limit the various embodiments of this disclosure to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but rather this disclosure should be understood to cover all adjustments, equivalents, and / or alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the various embodiments of this disclosure.

[0035] In the following, the terms “comprising” or “may include”, which may be used in various embodiments of this disclosure, indicate the presence of the disclosed functions, operations, or elements, and do not limit the addition of one or more functions, operations, or elements. Furthermore, as used in various embodiments of this disclosure, the terms “comprising,” “having,” and their cognates are intended only to indicate a particular feature, number, step, operation, element, component, or combination of the foregoing, and should not be construed as primarily excluding the presence of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or combinations of the foregoing, or the possibility of adding one or more combinations of the foregoing.

[0036] In various embodiments of this disclosure, the expression "or" or "at least one of A and / or B" includes any combination or all combinations of the words listed simultaneously. For example, the expression "A or B" or "at least one of A and / or B" may include A, may include B, or may include both A and B.

[0037] The terms used in the various embodiments of this disclosure (such as "first," "second," etc.) may modify various components in the various embodiments, but do not limit the corresponding components. For example, the above terms do not limit the order and / or importance of the components. The above terms are only used for the purpose of distinguishing one component from others. For example, a first user device and a second user device refer to different user devices, although both are user devices. For example, a first component may be referred to as a second component without departing from the scope of the various embodiments of this disclosure, and similarly, a second component may also be referred to as a first component.

[0038] It should be noted that if a description is made of "connecting" one component to another, then the first component can be directly connected to the second component, and a third component can be "connected" between the first and second components. Conversely, when a component is "directly connected" to another component, it can be understood that there is no third component between the first and second components.

[0039] The term "user" as used in various embodiments of this disclosure may refer to a person using an electronic device or a device using an electronic device (e.g., an artificial intelligence electronic device).

[0040] The terminology used in the various embodiments of this disclosure is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the various embodiments of this disclosure. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical and scientific terms) have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the various embodiments of this disclosure pertain. Terms (such as those defined in a generally used dictionary) are to be interpreted as having the same meaning as in the context of the relevant technical field and are not to be interpreted as having an idealized or overly formal meaning, unless clearly defined in the various embodiments of this disclosure.

[0041] Example 1

[0042] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown: A memory expandable protective shell includes: a shell 1 for accommodating a smart terminal and an expansion component 2 for expanding the memory of the smart terminal;

[0043] Alternatively, the shell 1 can be made of silicone, TPU, PC, or ABS material.

[0044] Preferably, in this embodiment, the shell 1 is made of PC material, which has strong impact resistance, good toughness, good heat dissipation performance, high transparency, is non-toxic and safe, and is easy to process and mold.

[0045] The shape of the housing 1 is made according to different models of smart terminals. The housing 11 matches the shape of the smart terminal. The smart terminal is installed in the housing 1. The housing 1 is used to protect the smart terminal.

[0046] There are no restrictions on the shape of the housing 1.

[0047] An expansion assembly 2 is provided on the housing 1;

[0048] like Figure 4 As shown, the capacity expansion component 2 includes a capacity expansion circuit module 201 and a storage medium 202. One or more storage media 202 are fixedly or detachably mounted on the capacity expansion circuit module 201. The capacity expansion circuit module 201 is electrically connected to a data connector 3.

[0049] Data connector 3 is used to enable data interaction between storage medium 202 and smart terminal.

[0050] The aforementioned smart terminal includes not only the smart terminal installed inside the housing 1, but also an external smart terminal that can read the data stored in the expansion component 2 through the data connector 3 and store the data in the storage medium 202 of the expansion component 2.

[0051] Optionally, the smart terminal disposed within the housing 1 may include a mobile phone or a tablet computer, etc.

[0052] The aforementioned external smart terminals include mobile phones, tablets, laptops, desktop computers, smartwatches, smart speakers, and other electronic devices that have computing power, storage capacity, and communication capabilities, and that possess an operating system and support application execution.

[0053] Optionally, the expansion circuit module 201 may include USB adapter boards of models such as CH376S and FT232RL; SATA adapter boards of models such as ASM1153E and ASM1156; and PCIe expansion boards of models such as ASM2362 and JMicron JMS583.

[0054] The expansion circuit module 201 is used to control the data transmission between the smart terminal and the storage medium 202. The storage medium 202 is used for storage expansion and data exchange, realizing the function of expanding the storage space of the smart terminal. The smart terminal transfers and stores data in the storage medium 202 set on the expansion circuit module 201. The smart terminal can also read data from the storage medium 202 and perform data interaction through the data connector 3. This effectively increases the storage space available to the smart terminal, making the operation of the smart terminal smoother and able to store more data to meet the user's needs.

[0055] Alternatively, the storage medium 202 can be an external memory card, USB flash drive, portable solid-state drive or portable hard drive, etc., and there are no restrictions on the choice of storage medium 202;

[0056] Specifically, in this embodiment, the storage medium 202 is an external storage card;

[0057] Alternatively, the external storage card can be a TF card, an SD card, a MINI-SD card, or a FLASH card.

[0058] Alternatively, the connector can be a Type-C connector, a Micro USB connector, or a Lightning connector, etc., and there are no restrictions on this.

[0059] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, a recessed groove 4 is also provided on the housing 1. The recessed groove 4 is in a shape that matches the expansion component 2, and the expansion component 2 is disposed in the recessed groove 4.

[0060] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the sink 4 is provided on the back of the housing 1. The sink 4 fits into the expansion component 2. The shape of the sink 4 is consistent with that of the expansion component 2 and is slightly larger than that of the expansion component 2.

[0061] In this embodiment, the design of the sink 4 facilitates the storage of the expansion component 2, making the overall protective shell more portable during use.

[0062] On the other hand, it can also protect the expansion component 2, avoiding direct exposure outside the protective shell and reducing the risk of damage.

[0063] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 , Figure 3 as well as Figure 4 As shown, a rotating connecting piece 5 is also provided in the settling tank 4;

[0064] The rotating connector 5 includes a rotating shaft 501 and an extension 502. The two ends of the rotating shaft 501 are rotatably connected to the sidewalls of the sink 4. One end of the extension 502 is connected to the rotating shaft 501, and the other end of the extension 502 is connected to the expansion assembly 2, so that the expansion assembly 2 can rotate relative to the housing 1 through the rotating connector 5.

[0065] In use, the extension component 502 is rotated by the pivot 501, which drives the expansion component 2 to rotate and adjust the expansion component 2 to a position that can connect to the smart terminal interface.

[0066] This allows the data connector 3 to pass through the connector hole 10 and connect to the smart terminal, enabling data interaction between the smart terminal and the storage medium 202, thereby expanding the smart terminal's memory;

[0067] After use, the position of the receiving component can be adjusted by rotating it, and the expansion component 2 can be stored in the sink 4.

[0068] Furthermore, the sidewall edge of the housing 1 is also provided with a notch 8 for placing a smart terminal;

[0069] Specifically, as shown in Figure 3, in this embodiment, two notches 8 are provided, and the two notches 8 are symmetrically arranged on the side with the connector hole 10. Compared with the closed and complete protective shell sidewall, the protective shell with notches 8 is easier to take out and put in the smart terminal.

[0070] Furthermore, a hanging ring 9 is also provided on the back of the housing 1;

[0071] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, in this embodiment, the hanging ring 9 is detachably mounted on the back of the housing 1. The detachable design makes it easy to remove and replace. The hanging ring 9 is used to enhance the portability of the protective case and also enhance the stability of holding the smart terminal, further enriching the function of the protective case.

[0072] In addition, the design of the hanging ring 9 can also serve as a smart terminal stand, providing support for the smart terminal.

[0073] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the data expansion module is provided with a mounting base 11 for connecting the storage medium 202;

[0074] The mounting bracket 11 can tightly fix the storage medium 202 and the data expansion module together, improving the connection strength and stability between the two, and also enhancing the load-bearing capacity and stability of the entire structure. The mounting bracket 11 also helps to more easily disassemble and separate the storage medium 202 and the data expansion module, facilitating maintenance and replacement.

[0075] Therefore, this utility model embodiment provides a memory-expandable protective shell, including: a shell 1 for accommodating a smart terminal, and an expansion component 2 for expanding the memory of the smart terminal; a recess 4 is provided on the back of the shell 1, the recess 4 fits into the expansion component 2, and the expansion component 2 is disposed in the recess 4; the expansion component 2 is connected to a data connector 3 for connecting to the smart terminal, and the data connector 3 is disposed on the expansion circuit module 201; a storage medium 202 is disposed on the expansion circuit module 201. Data exchange and data storage are performed with the smart terminal through the storage medium 202, optimizing the user experience, expanding the memory of the smart terminal, and solving the problem of insufficient memory in the smart terminal.

[0076] Example 2

[0077] like Figures 5 to 8 As shown: A memory expandable protective shell includes: a shell 1 for accommodating a smart terminal and an expansion component 2 for expanding the memory of the smart terminal;

[0078] An expansion assembly 2 is provided on the housing 1;

[0079] The capacity expansion component 2 includes a capacity expansion circuit module 201 and a storage medium 202. One or more storage media 202 are fixedly or detachably mounted on the capacity expansion circuit module 201. The capacity expansion circuit module 201 is electrically connected to a data connector 3.

[0080] Data connector 3 is used to enable data interaction between storage medium 202 and smart terminal.

[0081] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 As shown, a hidden groove 6 is provided at the bottom of the housing 1. The outline of the hidden groove 6 matches the data connector 3, and the size of the hidden groove 6 is slightly larger than that of the data connector 3. The data connector 3 can be embedded in the hidden groove 6.

[0082] Specifically, the hidden groove 6 is located below the smart terminal connector hole 10 reserved in the housing 1;

[0083] Data connector 3 can be embedded in hidden slot 6, and in use, such as Figure 8As shown, the data connector 3 can be pulled out of the hidden slot 6, the data cable 7 can be stretched and passed through the connector hole 10 reserved on the protective shell to connect to the smart terminal interface, thus completing the expansion of the smart terminal's memory.

[0084] After discontinuing use, such as Figure 7 As shown, the data connector 3 can be hidden in the hidden slot 6, resulting in an aesthetically pleasing and portable overall structure that also protects the data connector 3.

[0085] Furthermore, such as Figure 5 as well as Figure 8 As shown, the expansion component 2 is equipped with a data line 7 for data transmission. One end of the data line 7 is connected to a data connector 3 for connecting to a smart terminal, and the other end of the data line 7 is connected to the expansion circuit module 201. The data line 7 enables the connection between the data connector 3 and the expansion circuit module 201, thereby enabling the connection with the storage medium 202.

[0086] Preferably, the data cable 7 is a flexible and retractable data cable 7.

[0087] Furthermore, the storage medium 202 is mounted on the expansion circuit module 201 via the mounting base 11.

[0088] Specifically, in this embodiment, the storage medium 202 is a memory card, and the mounting base 11 is an external card slot.

[0089] Furthermore, such as Figure 6 , Figure 7 as well as Figure 8 As shown, a cover 31 is also provided at the bottom of the data connector 3. When the data connector 3 is placed in the hidden groove 6, the cover 31 is used to close the hidden groove 6.

[0090] On the one hand, the cover 31 can seal the hidden slot 6, which protects the data connector 3 and the expansion component 2;

[0091] On the other hand, the cover 31 can also serve as a point of leverage, making it easier to remove the data connector 3 and optimizing the user experience.

[0092] Furthermore, the hidden groove 6 narrows from the outside to the inside in the horizontal direction, and elastic clamping parts (not shown in the figure) are also provided on both sides of the hidden groove 6;

[0093] The two sides of the data connector 3 abut against the clamping parts on both sides of the hidden groove 6.

[0094] Specifically, in this embodiment, the clamping part is an elastic metal sheet or a spring.

[0095] The specific design of the hidden slot 6 can greatly enhance the stability between the data connector 3 and the hidden slot 6, making the data connector 3 less likely to fall off or drop out of the hidden slot 6.

[0096] The remaining contents of this embodiment are the same as those in Embodiment 1, and will not be repeated here.

[0097] Those skilled in the art will understand that the accompanying drawings are merely schematic diagrams of a preferred embodiment, and the modules or processes shown in the drawings are not necessarily essential for implementing this utility model.

[0098] Those skilled in the art will understand that the modules in the apparatus of the implementation scenario can be distributed within the apparatus of the implementation scenario as described, or they can be located in one or more apparatuses different from this implementation scenario, with corresponding changes. The modules of the above-described implementation scenario can be combined into one module, or they can be further divided into multiple sub-modules.

[0099] The serial numbers of the above-mentioned utility models are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the implementation scenarios.

[0100] The above-disclosed examples are only a few specific implementation scenarios of this utility model. However, this utility model is not limited to these. Any variations that can be conceived by those skilled in the art should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A protective case with expandable memory, It is characterized in that include: A housing for accommodating a smart terminal and an expansion component for expanding the memory of the smart terminal; The expansion component is arranged on the housing; The expansion component includes an expansion circuit module and a storage medium, one or more of the storage media are fixedly or detachably arranged on the expansion circuit module; the expansion circuit module is connected to a data connector; The data connector is used to realize data interaction between the storage medium and the intelligent terminal; The bottom of the shell is provided with a hidden groove, the contour of the hidden groove matches the data connector, and the size of the hidden groove is larger than the data connector, and the data connector can be embedded in the hidden groove.

2. The memory expandable protective shell according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The shell is also provided with a sinking groove, the sinking groove matches the shape of the expansion component, and the expansion component is arranged in the sinking groove.

3. The memory expandable protective shell according to claim 2, It is characterized in that A rotating connection piece is also provided in the sink; The rotating connecting member includes a rotating shaft and an extension member, both ends of the rotating shaft are rotatably connected to the side walls of the sink, one end of the extension member is connected to the rotating shaft, and the other end of the extension member is connected to the expansion component, so that the expansion component can rotate relative to the shell through the rotating connecting member.

4. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 1, It is characterized in that A cover is also provided at the bottom of the data connector. When the data connector is arranged in the hidden slot, the cover is used to close the hidden slot.

5. The memory expandable protective shell according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The hidden groove narrows from outside to inside along the horizontal direction, and elastic clamping parts are also provided on both sides of the hidden groove; The two side edges of the data connector abut against the clamping parts on the two sides of the hidden groove.

6. The memory expandable protective shell according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The data connector is connected to the data expansion module via a data line.

7. The memory expandable protective shell according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The side wall edge of the housing is also provided with a notch for accommodating the smart terminal.

8. The memory expandable protective shell according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The shell is also provided with a hanging ring.

9. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The data expansion module is provided with a mounting seat for connecting the storage medium.