Protective shell with extensible memory

Abstract

The utility model provides a protective shell with an extensible memory. The protective shell comprises a shell body used for containing an intelligent terminal and an expansion device arranged on the shell body and used for expanding the memory. Comprising a capacity expansion circuit module, a data adapter and a capacity expansion storage medium, one side of the capacity expansion circuit module is provided with one or more capacity expansion storage media; the other side of the capacity expansion circuit module is provided with a data adapter, the data adapter is connected with the capacity expansion circuit module, and the capacity expansion circuit module is connected with a capacity expansion storage medium; the method is used for realizing data interaction between the intelligent terminal and the expansion storage medium through the data adapter. According to the utility model, the expansion device is additionally arranged on the shell, so that memory expansion of the intelligent terminal is realized; charging of external charging equipment is realized through the charging / data interface and the data adapter under the action of the charging management unit; and the capacity expansion device can be connected with other intelligent terminals through the charging / data interface, so that data interaction among the other intelligent terminals, the capacity expansion device and the intelligent terminal arranged in the shell is realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of intelligent terminal accessories, in particular to a protective shell with expandable memory. Background Art

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

[0003] In the prior art, cloud storage is a way to expand the memory space of smart terminals. Cloud storage generally uses a cloud disk APP provided by smart terminal manufacturers or other service providers. Files and data in the memory of the smart terminal can be stored in the cloud disk. However, the storage and reading process is relatively slow and requires Internet access. In addition, the free space is limited and cannot fully meet the actual usage needs of users.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need for a solution to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the defects in the prior art, the utility model proposes a protective shell with expandable memory to expand the memory space of the smart terminal and solve the problem of insufficient memory of the smart terminal. The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0006] A protective shell with expandable memory includes: a shell for accommodating a smart terminal, and an expansion device arranged on the shell for memory expansion;

[0007] The capacity expansion device includes a capacity expansion circuit module, a data adapter, and a capacity expansion storage medium;

[0008] One side of the expansion circuit module is provided with one or more expansion storage media, and the expansion storage media is used for storing data;

[0009] The data adapter is provided on the other side of the expansion circuit module.

[0010] The data adapter is electrically connected to the expansion circuit module, and the expansion circuit module is electrically connected to the expansion storage medium;

[0011] Used to realize data interaction between the smart terminal and the expansion storage medium through the data adapter.

[0012] In a specific embodiment, the housing is a one-layer or multi-layer structure;

[0013] At least comprising a receiving cavity for receiving the smart terminal;

[0014] Also includes a functional expansion cavity for expanding functions;

[0015] The capacity expansion device is arranged in the function expansion cavity.

[0016] In a specific embodiment, an accommodating hole is provided between the accommodating cavity and the functional expansion cavity;

[0017] The data adapter protrudes into the accommodating cavity of the shell through the accommodating hole, so that the data adapter is exposed from the shell;

[0018] When the smart terminal is placed in the accommodating cavity, the data adapter is connected to the smart terminal.

[0019] In a specific embodiment, the accommodating hole is arranged on the bottom side wall of the housing, and the accommodating hole faces the interface of the smart terminal.

[0020] In a specific embodiment, the end of the receiving hole away from the data adapter is also provided with a charging / data interface for charging the smart terminal with an external charging device;

[0021] The charging / data interface is electrically connected to the data adapter.

[0022] In a specific embodiment, the charging / data interface is provided with leads for current and voltage transmission and a connector for protecting the leads.

[0023] In a specific embodiment, the capacity expansion circuit module is further provided with a charging management unit;

[0024] The charging management unit is electrically connected to the charging / data interface to control the transmission and distribution of power.

[0025] In a specific embodiment, the data adapter is fixedly or movably connected to the expansion circuit module;

[0026] The expansion circuit module is also provided with a mounting seat.

[0027] The capacity expansion storage medium is fixedly or movably connected to the capacity expansion circuit module through the mounting seat.

[0028] In a specific embodiment, the data adapter includes a TYPE-C connector, a USB connector, or a Lightning connector.

[0029] In a specific embodiment, an opening is also provided to facilitate the taking and placing of the smart terminal.

[0030] The utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0031] The utility model adds a capacity expansion device to the protective shell, and the capacity expansion device includes a capacity expansion circuit module, a data adapter, and a capacity expansion storage medium; the memory expansion function of the smart terminal is realized, and a charging / data interface is provided on the shell. Through the charging / data interface and the data adapter, under the action of the charging management unit, the external charging device can charge the smart terminal; and other smart terminals can be connected through the charging / data interface to realize data interaction among other smart terminals, the capacity expansion device, and the smart terminal arranged in the shell. The data adapter includes a TYPE-C connector or a USB connector or a Lightning connector, which can meet the use needs of connectors of different smart terminals, thereby enhancing the versatility of the protective shell. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0032] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the utility model, the drawings required for use in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the utility model and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the protective shell proposed in the embodiment of the utility model;

[0034] Figure 2 A front view of the protective shell provided in the embodiment of the utility model;

[0035] Figure 3 This is a bottom view of the protective shell provided in the embodiment of the utility model;

[0036] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the back structure of the protective shell proposed in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0037] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the back structure of a protective shell according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the protective shell proposed in an embodiment of the utility model.

[0039] Reference numerals:

[0040] 1-shell; 2-capacity expansion device; 201-capacity expansion circuit module; 202-data adapter; 203-capacity expansion storage medium; 204-mounting seat; 301-accommodation cavity; 302-function expansion cavity; 4-accommodation hole; 401-charging / data interface; 5-opening. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] In the following, various embodiments of the present disclosure will be described more fully. The present 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 the present disclosure to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but rather the present disclosure should be understood to cover all adjustments, equivalents and / or alternatives that fall within the spirit and scope of the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0042] Hereinafter, the terms "include" or "may include" used in various embodiments of the present disclosure indicate the presence of disclosed functions, operations, or elements, and do not limit the addition of one or more functions, operations, or elements. In addition, as used in various embodiments of the present disclosure, the terms "include", "have", and their cognates are intended only to indicate specific features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or a combination of the foregoing, and should not be understood as first excluding the presence of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or a combination of the foregoing or the possibility of adding one or more features, numbers, steps, operations, elements, components, or a combination of the foregoing.

[0043] In various embodiments of the present disclosure, the expression "or" or "at least one of A or / and B" includes any combination or all combinations of the words listed at the same time. For example, the expression "A or B" or "at least one of A or / and B" may include A, may include B, or may include both A and B.

[0044] The expressions (such as "first", "second", etc.) used in the various embodiments of the present disclosure may modify the various constituent elements in the various embodiments, but may not limit the corresponding constituent elements. For example, the above expressions do not limit the order and / or importance of the elements. The above expressions are only used for the purpose of distinguishing one element from other elements. For example, the first user device and the second user device indicate different user devices, although both are user devices. For example, without departing from the scope of the various embodiments of the present disclosure, the first element may be referred to as the second element, and similarly, the second element may also be referred to as the first element.

[0045] It should be noted that if it is described that one component element is “connected” to another component element, the first component element may be directly connected to the second component element, and a third component element may be “connected” between the first component element and the second component element. Conversely, when one component element is “directly connected” to another component element, it can be understood that there is no third component element between the first component element and the second component element.

[0046] The term “user” used in various embodiments of the present disclosure may indicate a person using an electronic device or a device (eg, an artificial intelligence electronic device) using the electronic device.

[0047] The terms used in the various embodiments of the present disclosure are only used for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the various embodiments of the present disclosure. As used herein, the singular form is intended to also include the plural form, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein (including technical terms and scientific terms) have the same meaning as the meanings commonly understood by ordinary technicians in the field to which the various embodiments of the present disclosure belong. The terms (such as the terms defined in the generally used dictionary) will be interpreted as having the same meaning as the contextual meaning in the relevant technical field and will not be interpreted as having an idealized meaning or an overly formal meaning, unless clearly defined in the various embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0048] Example 1

[0049] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown: a protective shell with expandable memory, comprising: a shell 1 for accommodating and protecting a smart terminal, and an expansion device 2 arranged on the shell 1 for memory expansion;

[0050] Optionally, the material of the housing 1 may be silicone material, TPU material, PC material or ABS material;

[0051] Preferably, in this embodiment, the shell 1 is made of PC material with strong impact resistance, good toughness, good heat dissipation performance, high transparency, non-toxicity and safety, and convenient processing and molding.

[0052] The shape of the housing 1 is made according to different models of smart terminals. The housing 1 matches the appearance of the smart terminal. The smart terminal is installed in the housing 1. The housing 1 is used to protect the smart terminal.

[0053] There is no limitation on the shape of the housing 1 .

[0054] The capacity expansion device 2 includes a capacity expansion circuit module 201, a data adapter 202, and a capacity expansion storage medium 203;

[0055] One side of the expansion circuit module 201 is provided with one or more expansion storage media 203, and the expansion storage medium 203 is used for data storage;

[0056] A data adapter 202 is provided on the other side of the expansion circuit module 201.

[0057] The data adapter 202 is electrically connected to the expansion circuit module 201, and the expansion circuit module 201 is electrically connected to the expansion storage medium 203;

[0058] It is used to realize data interaction between the intelligent terminal and the expansion storage medium 203 through the data adapter 202.

[0059] The expansion circuit module 201 is used to control the data transmission between the smart terminal and the expansion storage medium 203; the expansion storage medium 203 is used for storage expansion and data exchange, realizing the function of expanding the storage space of the smart terminal, transferring and storing the smart terminal data in the expansion storage medium 203 set on the expansion circuit module 201, and the smart terminal can also read data from the expansion storage medium 203, effectively increasing the storage space available for the smart terminal, making the operation of the smart terminal smoother, and being able to store more data to meet the user's usage needs.

[0060] Optionally, the expansion circuit module 201 may include a USB adapter board of models such as CH376S and FT232RL; may also include a SATA adapter board of models such as ASM1153E and ASM1156; may also include a PCIe expansion board of models such as ASM2362 and JMicron JMS583;

[0061] Optionally, the expansion storage medium 203 may use an external storage card, a USB flash drive, a mobile solid-state hard drive, or a mobile hard drive, etc., and there is no restriction on the selection of the expansion storage medium 203;

[0062] Specifically, in this embodiment, the expansion storage medium 203 uses an external storage card;

[0063] Optionally, the external memory card may be a TF card, an SD card or a MINI-SD card, or a FLASH card.

[0064] Furthermore, the housing 1 is a one-layer or multi-layer structure;

[0065] At least includes a housing cavity 301 for accommodating a smart terminal, and also includes a function expansion cavity 302 for expanding functions;

[0066] The capacity expansion device 2 is arranged in the function expansion cavity 302 .

[0067] The design of disposing the capacity expansion device 2 in the functional expansion cavity 302 can protect the capacity expansion device 2, avoid direct exposure to the outside of the protective shell, and reduce the risk of damage.

[0068] Specifically, Figure 3 as well as Figure 6 As shown, in this embodiment, one layer of accommodating cavity 301 and one layer of functional expansion cavity 302 are provided; of course, there is no limitation on the number of layers of the functional expansion cavity 302;

[0069] The function expansion cavity 302 mainly serves to expand the functions of the intelligent terminal. In the present embodiment, the function expansion cavity 302 serves to accommodate the expansion device 2. In addition, it can also accommodate electronic components such as batteries and indicator lights to achieve more diversified function expansion.

[0070] Furthermore, if Figure 2 , Figure 4 as well as Figure 6 As shown, an accommodating hole 4 is provided between the accommodating cavity 301 and the function expansion cavity 302;

[0071] The data adapter 202 protrudes into the accommodating cavity 301 of the housing 1 through the accommodating hole 4, so that the data adapter 202 is exposed from the housing 1;

[0072] The receiving hole 4 is located at the bottom of the front side of the housing 1.

[0073] When the smart terminal is placed in the accommodating cavity 301 , the data adapter 202 is connected to the smart terminal, thereby realizing data interaction between the smart terminal and the expansion storage medium 203 , and further realizing the expansion of the memory of the smart terminal.

[0074] Furthermore, the receiving hole 4 is arranged on the bottom side wall of the housing 1, and the receiving hole 4 faces the interface of the smart terminal;

[0075] Preferably, the receiving hole 4 is directly opposite to the smart terminal, and the smart terminal can be directly connected to the data adapter 202 by putting on the upper shell 1 .

[0076] Furthermore, a charging / data interface 401 for charging the smart terminal with an external charging device is also provided at one end of the receiving hole 4 away from the data adapter 202;

[0077] The charging / data interface 401 is electrically connected to the data adapter 202 and can produce a functional effect similar to that of a Lightning extender or a TYPE-C extender.

[0078] The charger can supply power to the smart terminal through the charging / data interface 401 and the data adapter 202, thereby achieving memory expansion without affecting the use of the charging function of the smart terminal.

[0079] Furthermore, the charging / data interface 401 is provided with leads for current and voltage transmission and a connector for protecting the leads, and the connector and the leads are not shown in the figure;

[0080] Among them, the lead is a conductive component in the power transmission system, which is mainly used to transmit power from one place to another. It is usually made of metal materials and has good conductivity. It undertakes the important task of transmitting current and voltage in power transmission.

[0081] The connector is a connecting component in the power transmission system, mainly used to connect and disconnect the leads between two circuits. The connector can provide stable and reliable lead connection, while also protecting the leads from external interference and damage; it can effectively improve the stability and reliability of current transmission, and enhance safety and convenience.

[0082] Furthermore, the capacity expansion circuit module 201 is also provided with a charging management unit, which is not shown in the figure;

[0083] The charging management unit is electrically connected to the charging / data interface 401 to control the transmission and distribution of power.

[0084] Specifically, in this embodiment, the charging management unit is a charging management chip;

[0085] Optionally, the charging management chip can use TI BQ24296 / BQ24297 / BQ24298 chips, Cypress CYPD2104 / CYPD2105 chips, ON Semiconductor NCP1851x series chips, or MAXIM MAX14578 series chips; there is no restriction on the model and series of the charging management chip.

[0086] In addition, the charging / data interface 401 can be connected to other smart terminals. The other smart terminals can read the expansion data stored in the expansion storage medium 203 in the expansion device 2 via the charging / data interface 401 and the data adapter 202, and can also read the smart terminal data in the protective shell 1. At the same time, the smart terminal in the protective shell 1 can also read the data of other inserted smart terminals.

[0087] The smart terminal in the protective shell may include a mobile phone, a tablet computer, etc.;

[0088] The other smart terminals mentioned above include not only mobile phones and tablets, but also laptops, desktop computers, smart watches, smart speakers and other electronic devices that have computing, storage and communication capabilities, and have operating systems and support for application execution.

[0089] In addition, some other devices, such as an expansion dock and a USB flash drive, can also be connected through the charging / data interface 401 , and data interaction with the smart terminal and the expansion device 2 in the protective shell 1 can also be achieved through the charging / data interface 401 and the data adapter 202 .

[0090] Furthermore, the data adapter 202 is fixedly or movably connected to the expansion circuit module 201;

[0091] The expansion circuit module 201 is also provided with a mounting seat 204.

[0092] The expansion storage medium 203 is fixedly or movably connected to the expansion circuit module 201 through the mounting seat 204 .

[0093] The movable connection has good anti-vibration and deformation capabilities, can adapt to certain deformation and displacement, and can reduce the shear force and internal stress generated by the structure; it makes replacement quick and light, simple in structure, and easy to maintain.

[0094] Fixed connection has good rigidity and stability, can withstand large loads and deformations, and can ensure the safety and reliability of the structure.

[0095] There is no restriction on the specific connection method, which can be selected according to actual needs.

[0096] Furthermore, the data adapter 202 includes a TYPE-C connector, a USB connector, or a Lightning connector to meet the use requirements of different smart terminal interfaces without any limitation.

[0097] Specifically, in this embodiment, a Lightning connector is used.

[0098] Furthermore, an opening 5 is provided to facilitate the placement and removal of the intelligent terminal, and the opening 5 is provided on the side wall of the housing 1;

[0099] Specifically, Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, two openings 5 ​​are provided, and the two openings 5 ​​are symmetrically arranged on one side of the accommodating hole 4. Compared with a closed and complete protective shell side wall, the protective shell with the opening 5 design makes it easier to place the smart terminal.

[0100] Therefore, an embodiment of the utility model provides a protective shell with expandable memory, including: a shell 1 for accommodating a smart terminal, and an expansion device 2 for expanding the memory of the smart terminal; the expansion device 2 includes an expansion circuit module 201, a data adapter 202, and an expansion storage medium 203; a charging / data interface 401 is set, and through the charging / data interface 401 and the data adapter 202, under the action of the charging management unit, charging of an external charging device is achieved; data exchange and data storage are performed with the smart terminal through the set expansion storage medium 203, which optimizes the user experience, can expand the memory of the smart terminal, and solve the problem of insufficient memory of the smart terminal.

[0101] Those skilled in the art can understand that the accompanying drawings are only schematic diagrams of a preferred implementation scenario, and the modules or processes in the accompanying drawings are not necessarily required for implementing the present utility model.

[0102] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the modules in the device in the implementation scenario can be distributed in the device in the implementation scenario according to the implementation scenario description, or can be changed accordingly and located in one or more devices different from the implementation scenario. The modules in the above implementation scenario can be combined into one module, or can be further split into multiple sub-modules.

[0103] The above serial numbers of the utility model are for description only and do not represent the advantages or disadvantages of the implementation scenarios.

[0104] The above disclosure only discloses several specific implementation scenarios of the present invention. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and any changes that can be conceived by technicians in this field should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A protective case with expandable memory, characterized in that: include: A housing for accommodating the intelligent terminal, and an expansion device provided on the housing for memory expansion; The capacity expansion device includes a capacity expansion circuit module, a data adapter, and a capacity expansion storage medium; One side of the expansion circuit module is provided with one or more expansion storage media, and the expansion storage media is used for storing data; The data adapter is provided on the other side of the expansion circuit module. The data adapter is electrically connected to the expansion circuit module, and the expansion circuit module is electrically connected to the expansion storage medium; and is used to realize data interaction between the smart terminal and the expansion storage medium through the data adapter; The shell is a single-layer or multi-layer structure; At least comprising a receiving cavity for receiving the smart terminal; Also includes a functional expansion cavity for expanding functions; The capacity expansion device is arranged in the function expansion cavity.

2. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 1, characterized in that: An accommodating hole is provided between the accommodating cavity and the functional expansion cavity; The data adapter protrudes into the accommodating cavity of the shell through the accommodating hole, so that the data adapter is exposed from the shell; When the smart terminal is placed in the accommodating cavity, the data adapter is connected to the smart terminal.

3. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 2, characterized in that: The accommodating hole is arranged on the bottom side wall of the housing, and the accommodating hole faces the interface of the smart terminal.

4. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 3, characterized in that: The end of the receiving hole away from the data adapter is also provided with a charging / data interface for charging the smart terminal with an external charging device; The charging / data interface is electrically connected to the data adapter.

5. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 4, characterized in that: The charging / data interface is provided with leads for current and voltage transmission and a connector for protecting the leads.

6. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 4, characterized in that: The capacity expansion circuit module is also provided with a charging management unit; The charging management unit is electrically connected to the charging / data interface to control the transmission and distribution of power.

7. The protective case with expandable memory according to claim 1, characterized in that: The data adapter is fixedly or movably connected to the capacity expansion circuit module; The expansion circuit module is also provided with a mounting seat. The capacity expansion storage medium is fixedly or movably connected to the capacity expansion circuit module through the mounting seat.

8. The protective shell with expandable memory according to claim 1, characterized in that: The data adapter includes a TYPE-C connector, a USB connector, or a Lightning connector.

9. The protective case with expandable memory according to claim 1, characterized in that: An opening is also provided for facilitating the taking and placing of the intelligent terminal.

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