Electronic device

By integrating rotatable solar panel functional components and energy storage components in mobile electronic devices, the problems of equipment standby time and carbon footprint are solved, and the effects of convenient power supply and carbon emission reduction are achieved.

CN222213284UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-20LENOVO (BEIJING) LTD
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Application Number
CN202420613613.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-03-27
Publication Date
2024-12-20
Estimated Expiration
2034-03-27

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Technical Problem

The standby time of mobile electronic devices in non-chargeable state affects the user experience, and relying on external mobile power supplies will reduce convenience and be detrimental to carbon emission reduction.

Method used

Design an electronic device that contains rotatable functional components that convert external energy into electrical power using solar panels, including a combination of support panels and solar panels, which can support and power in different states, provide energy storage components and input components to Improve convenience and reduce carbon emissions.

Benefits of technology

It improves user convenience, reduces power anxiety, and is conducive to the realization of carbon emission reduction goals.

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Abstract

The utility model provides electronic equipment. The electronic equipment comprises a body and a functional component, the body is provided with a first surface for content display and a second surface opposite to the first surface; the functional component is connected with the body and can rotate relative to the second surface, and the functional component is used for converting external energy into electric energy and providing the electric energy to the first surface for content display.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of electronic equipment, and in particular to an electronic equipment. Background Art

[0002] For mobile electronic devices, the standby time when not charging has become one of the important factors affecting user experience. If mobile electronic devices are used for office work without charging equipment, customers will become anxious about the battery power.

[0003] Using an external mobile power supply will reduce the convenience of using mobile electronic devices for office work, and at the same time, it is not conducive to the goal of carbon emission reduction. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present application provides an electronic device, comprising:

[0005] A body having a first surface for displaying contents and a second surface opposite to the first surface;

[0006] The functional component is connected to the main body and can rotate relative to the second surface, and the functional component is used to convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display.

[0007] In some embodiments, the electronic device is in a first state, and the functional component is in contact with at least a portion of the second surface;

[0008] The electronic device is in the second state, and the functional component and the second surface have a first angle for supporting the body.

[0009] In some embodiments, the second surface has a connection area and a target area, the functional component is arranged in the connection area, and in a first state, the functional component is in contact with the connection area; and the connection side of the functional component and the body and the target area of ​​the second surface meet the coplanar condition.

[0010] In some embodiments, the functional component is connected to the main body via a first connecting component, and the first connecting component provides a force for maintaining the second state.

[0011] In some embodiments, the functional components include:

[0012] A first functional component, the first functional component is rotatably connected to the body through a first connecting component;

[0013] a second functional component, the second functional component being rotatably connected to the first functional component via a second connecting component;

[0014] The first connection component and the second connection component meet the parallel condition, and the first functional component and the second functional component can both convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first functional component includes:

[0016] A first supporting plate, one end of the first supporting plate in the width direction is rotatably connected to the body through a first connecting assembly;

[0017] A plurality of first solar panels are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the first support plate on the plate surface of the first support plate away from the second surface; the first solar panels are electrically connected to the body through wires.

[0018] In some embodiments, the first functional component further includes:

[0019] The reinforcing rib structure is arranged on the plate surface of the first supporting plate between two adjacent first solar panels.

[0020] In some embodiments, the second functional component includes:

[0021] A second support plate, one end of the second support plate in the width direction is connected to the other end of the first support plate in the width direction through a second connecting assembly;

[0022] At least one second solar panel is arranged on the surface of the second support plate. In a first state, the first solar panel of the first support plate and the second solar panel of the second support plate are attached to each other. In a second state, the first solar panel of the first support plate and the second solar panel of the second support plate have a second angle for obtaining external energy.

[0023] In some embodiments, the main body is provided with an energy storage component, the functional component is connected to the energy storage component through the second surface, and the energy storage component is used to store the electric energy converted by the functional component and provide electric energy to the first surface used for content display.

[0024] In some embodiments, the electronic device further comprises:

[0025] The input assembly, the body is detachably connected to the input assembly through a third connecting assembly; the body can rotate relative to the input assembly. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] By reading the detailed description below with reference to the accompanying drawings, the above and other purposes, features and advantages of the exemplary embodiments of the present application will become easy to understand. In the accompanying drawings, several embodiments of the present application are shown in an exemplary and non-limiting manner, and the same or corresponding reference numerals represent the same or corresponding parts, wherein:

[0027] Figure 1 The schematic diagram of the structure of the electronic device in the first state is shown schematically;

[0028] Figure 2The schematic diagram of the structure of the first electronic device in the second state is shown schematically;

[0029] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a second electronic device in a second state is shown schematically.

[0030] Description of Figure Numbers:

[0031] 1. body; 11. second surface; 111. target area; 112. connection area;

[0032] 2. Functional component; 21. First connecting component; 22. First functional component; 221. First support plate; 222. First solar panel; 223. Reinforcement rib structure; 23. Second functional component; 231. Second support plate; 232. Second solar panel; 24. Second connecting component;

[0033] 3. Collection component; 4. Input component;

[0034] R, first angle; Y, second angle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] The following is a further detailed description of the implementation methods of the present application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and examples. The detailed descriptions of the following examples and the accompanying drawings are used to exemplarily illustrate the principles of the present application, but cannot be used to limit the scope of the present application. The present application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions that fall within the scope of the claims.

[0036] The present application provides these embodiments to make the present application thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the present application to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of the parts and steps, the composition of the materials, the numerical expressions and the numerical values ​​set forth in these embodiments should be interpreted as being merely exemplary, and not as limiting.

[0037] It should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise specified, the meaning of "multiple" is greater than or equal to two; the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on this application. When the absolute position of the object being described changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0038] In addition, the words "first", "second" and similar words used in this application do not indicate any order, quantity or importance, but are only used to distinguish different parts. "Vertical" does not mean vertical in the strict sense, but is within the tolerance range. "Parallel" does not mean parallel in the strict sense, but is within the tolerance range. "Include" or "comprising" and similar words mean that the elements before the word include the elements listed after the word, and do not exclude the possibility of including other elements.

[0039] It should also be noted that in the description of this application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances. When a specific device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, there may or may not be an intermediate device between the specific device and the first device or the second device.

[0040] All terms used in this application have the same meaning as those understood by those of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries, such as general dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and should not be interpreted in an idealized or extremely formal sense, unless explicitly defined herein.

[0041] Technologies, methods, and equipment known to ordinary technicians in the relevant art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, the technologies, methods, and equipment should be considered part of the specification.

[0042] like Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, the present application provides an electronic device, which includes: a main body 1 and a functional component 2; the main body 1 has a first surface for displaying content and a second surface 11 opposite to the first surface; the functional component 2 is connected to the main body 1 and can rotate relative to the second surface 11, and the functional component 2 is used to convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for displaying content.

[0043] Specifically, the body 1 can be a tablet computer, a laptop computer, or a mobile device such as a mobile phone, without any specific limitation. If the body 1 is a tablet computer, the side of the tablet computer with a display screen can be used as the first side of the body 1, and the side opposite to the display screen can be used as the second side 11.

[0044] The connection between the functional component 2 and the body 1 can be achieved through a rotating shaft or a hinge, and the specific connection method between the two is not limited. The functional component 2 can be a structure with a solar panel, which converts external solar energy into electrical energy to power the body 1. The functional component 2 can also be a structure with a kinetic energy power generation function, which converts external input kinetic energy into electrical energy to power the body 1.

[0045] The present application provides an electronic device, which includes a main body 1 and a functional component 2. The functional component 2 is connected to the second surface 11 of the main body 1 and can rotate relative to the second surface 11, so that the functional component 2 can support the main body 1 when it needs to be placed for work. At the same time, the functional component 2 can convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display. When the battery of the main body 1 is low, the functional component 2 can be used to convert external energy into electrical energy to power the main body 1. The electronic device provided by the present application can effectively improve the convenience of user use, reduce customers' power anxiety, and is conducive to the goal of carbon emission reduction.

[0046] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the electronic device is in a first state, and the functional component 2 is in contact with at least a portion of the second surface 11 ; the electronic device is in a second state, and the functional component 2 and the second surface 11 have a first angle R for supporting the body 1 .

[0047] Specifically, the functional component 2 may have a structure capable of providing support to the body 1, such as a support plate or a support frame. When the electronic device is in the first state, it can be understood that the functional component 2 is stored relative to the body 1. The overall space occupied by the electronic device is reduced. When the electronic device is in the second state, the functional component 2 can support the first component. The switching between the first state and the second state can be achieved by a hinge or a rotating shaft. When the electronic device needs to work in the second state, the functional component 2 is rotated so that there is a first angle R between the functional component 2 and the second surface 11. When the electronic device needs to be in the first state, the functional component 2 is rotated again so that the functional component 2 fits at least part of the second surface 11. The range of the first angle R can be between 20 degrees and 80 degrees. Within this angle range, the functional component 2 can provide sufficient support for the body 1 while allowing customers to have a comfortable use experience. The specific value of the first fixture can be determined according to the actual needs of the user.

[0048] like Figure 1As shown, in some embodiments, the second surface 11 has a connection area 112 and a target area 111, the functional component 2 is arranged in the connection area 112, and is in a first state, the functional component 2 is attached to the connection area 112; and the connection side of the functional component 2 and the body 1 and the target area of ​​the second surface 11 meet the coplanar condition.

[0049] Specifically, the positional relationship between the connection area 112 and the target area 111 is not limited. The connection area 112 can be set in the middle of the second surface 11, and the target area 111 is set around the connection area 112, or the connection area 112 and the target area 111 are arranged in sequence. The functional component 2 is connected to the connection area 112. When in the first state, the connection side of the functional component 2 and the body 1 and the target area of ​​the second surface 11 meet the coplanar condition. It can be understood that when the electronic device is in the first state, the surface of the functional component 2 opposite to the first surface is coplanar with the surface corresponding to the target area 111 of the second surface 11. The implementation method can be to set a groove at the position of the target area 111 of the second surface 11, and when the electronic device is in the first state, the functional component 2 is located in the groove, or the functional component 2 has a telescopic function and cooperates with the groove to achieve storage. The specific implementation method is not limited. In this embodiment, a groove structure can be set on the second surface 11 of the connection area 112 to achieve the storage of the functional component 2. Such a configuration can reduce the space occupied by the electronic device when it is in the first state, increase the convenience of the electronic device, and improve the user experience.

[0050] The target area 111 of the electronic device provided by the present application may be provided with a collection component 3 and a display component. The functional component can convert the kinetic energy of the external input into electrical energy for the collection component 3 and / or the display component. The collection component 3 may be a fingerprint collector or a camera, and the display module may be an auxiliary screen, which is not specifically limited. The setting of the collection component 3 and the display component can further increase the convenience of the electronic device, thereby improving the user experience.

[0051] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the functional component 2 is connected to the main body 1 via a first connecting component 21, and the first connecting component 21 provides a force for maintaining the second state.

[0052] Specifically, the first connection component 21 may be a plurality of connection shafts provided on the body 1, and a plurality of connection holes corresponding to the connection shafts are provided on the functional component 2. The body 1 and the functional component 2 are rotatably connected by the cooperation between the connection shafts and the connection holes. In this embodiment, the first connection component 21 may be a hinge, and the connection between the functional component 2 and the body 1 is realized by the hinge. The first connection component 21 provides a force for maintaining the second state, which can be understood as providing rotation damping between the functional component 2 and the body 1. When the electronic device is in the second state, when the functional component 2 supports the body 1, the first connection component 21 can provide a supporting force for the functional component 2 and the second surface 11 to maintain the first angle, so that the functional component 2 stably supports the body 1.

[0053] like Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the functional component 2 includes: a first functional component 22 and a second functional component 23; the first functional component 22 is rotatably connected to the main body 1 through the first connecting component 21; the second functional component 23 is rotatably connected to the first functional component 22 through the second connecting component 24; the first connecting component 21 and the second connecting component 24 meet the parallel condition, and the first functional component 22 and the second functional component 23 can both convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display.

[0054] Specifically, the first functional component 22 and the second functional component 23 can be a combination of a support plate and a solar panel, or a combination of a support frame and a kinetic energy power generation device, and their specific structures are not limited. The first functional component 22 is connected to the second surface 11 of the body 1 through the first connecting component 21, and the rotational connection between the second functional component 23 and the first functional component 22 is realized through the second connecting component 24. The second connecting component 24 can be a rotating shaft or a hinge, and is not specifically limited, but it is necessary to ensure that the relative rotation between the second functional component 23 and the first functional component 22 has a certain damping. In this embodiment, the second connecting component 24 can adopt a hinge with damping. The first connecting component 21 and the second connecting component 24 meet the parallel condition, which can be understood as the rotation axis of the first connecting component 21 is parallel to the rotation axis of the second connecting component 24, that is, the axis of relative rotation between the first functional component 22 and the second surface 11 is parallel to the axis of relative rotation between the second functional component 23 and the first functional component 22. Such a configuration enables the first functional component 22 and the second functional component 23 to provide a stable support force for the main body 1. At the same time, the first functional component 22 and the second functional component 23 can simultaneously convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display, thereby increasing the power supply efficiency of the main body 1.

[0055] like Figure 2 and 3In some embodiments shown, the first functional component 22 includes: a first support plate 221 and a plurality of first solar panels 222; one end of the first support plate 221 in the width direction is rotatably connected to the main body 1 through the first connecting component 21; the plurality of first solar panels 222 are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the first support plate 221 on the surface of the first support plate 221 away from the second surface 11; the first solar panels 222 are electrically connected to the main body 1 through wires.

[0056] Specifically, the first support plate 221 can be a carbon fiber plate or a metal plate, and it is necessary to ensure that the first support plate 221 has a certain strength. The connection method of the multiple first solar panels 222 to the first support plate 221 can be connected by a slot connection or by bonding with a connecting glue. The specific connection method is not limited. Since one end of the first support plate 221 in the width direction is rotatably connected to the body 1 through the first connecting assembly 21, the direction of the supporting force of the first support plate 221 for the body 1 is parallel to the width direction of the first support plate 221. When the body 1 is in the second state, the first solar panel 222 arranged on the first support plate 221 will also provide the body 1 with a supporting force along the width direction of the first support plate 221. The multiple first solar panels 222 are arranged on the first support plate 221 at intervals along the length direction of the first support plate 221, which can concentrate the force on the first solar panel 222 and increase the service life of the first solar panel. At the same time, a glass cover can be covered on the surface of the first solar panel 222, which can not only prevent the first solar panel 222 from being scratched, but also further disperse the force on the first solar panel, provide support for the main body 1, and further enhance the service life of the solar panel.

[0057] In some embodiments, the first functional component 22 further includes: a reinforcing rib structure 223 , which is disposed on the surface of the first support plate 221 between two adjacent first solar panels 222 .

[0058] Specifically, the reinforcing rib structure 223 may extend along the width direction of the first support plate 221 and be disposed between two adjacent first solar panels 222. The specific number of the reinforcing rib structure 223 is not limited and may be selected according to the number of the first solar panels 222. The reinforcing rib structure 223 may be integrally formed with the first support plate 221 or may be installed on the first support plate 221 through a connecting component, and the specific connection method thereof is not limited.

[0059] In some embodiments, the second functional component 23 includes: a second support plate 231 and at least one second solar panel 232; one end of the second support plate 231 in the width direction is connected to the other end of the first support plate 221 in the width direction through a second connecting component 24; the second solar panel 232 is arranged on the surface of the second support plate 231, and in the first state, the first solar panel 222 of the first support plate 221 and the second solar panel 232 of the second support plate 231 are attached to each other, and in the second state, the first solar panel 222 of the first support plate 221 and the second solar panel 232 of the second support plate 231 have a second angle Y for obtaining external energy.

[0060] Specifically, when the electronic device is in the second state, the electronic device can be placed on a work surface such as a desktop or a work surface for use. During use, the first support plate 221 supports the body 1 in its width direction, and one of the surfaces of the second support plate 231 is in contact with the work surface to increase the friction between the functional component 2 and the work surface, providing a more stable support for the body 1. At the same time, at least one second solar panel 232 is arranged on the other surface of the second support plate 231. Since the second support plate 231 does not participate in the support of the body 1, in this embodiment, a whole second solar panel 232 can be arranged on the surface of the second support plate 231 to reduce the production cost and process flow of the electronic device. The connection method of the second solar panel 232 and the second support plate 231 can be connected by a card slot or by a connecting glue, and the connection method is not specifically limited. The second angle Y between the second solar panel 232 and the first solar panel 222 can be selected according to the first angle R, and the specific angle is not limited. At the same time, a protective film or a glass cover may be provided on the surface of the second solar panel 232 to protect the second solar panel 232 from being scratched.

[0061] The electronic setting is adjusted to the second state. The first support plate 221 and the second support plate 231 at the second angle can ensure the support of the main body 1 while enabling the first solar panel 222 and the second solar panel 232 arranged on the two panels to receive solar energy to the maximum extent, obtain a relatively large solar illumination area, and achieve the function of powering and charging with solar energy.

[0062] In some embodiments, the main body 1 is provided with an energy storage component, and the functional component 2 is connected to the energy storage component through the second surface 11. The energy storage component is used to store the electric energy converted by the functional component 2 and provide electric energy to the first surface used for content display.

[0063] Specifically, the energy storage component can be a battery pack, and the connection method of the functional component 2 with the energy storage component through the second surface 11 can be to set a threading hole at the first connection component 21, and the wire is passed through the first connection component 21 to the inside of the body 1 and connected to the energy storage component. The energy storage component can also have a connection end extending from the second surface 11, and the functional component 2 is connected to the connection end through a wire, and its specific connection method is not limited. In this embodiment, the connection between the first solar panel 222 and the second solar panel 232 and the energy storage component can be that the second solar panel 232 is connected to the first solar panel 222 through a wire, so that the electricity generated in the second solar panel 232 is transferred to the first solar panel 222, and finally transmitted to the energy storage component together with the electricity generated by the first solar panel 222, or the first solar panel 222 and the second solar panel 232 are connected to the energy storage component at the same time, and the electricity generated by the two together supplies power to the energy storage component.

[0064] In some embodiments, the electronic device further includes: an input component 4 , the body 1 is detachably connected to the input component 4 via a third connecting component; and the body 1 is capable of rotating relative to the input component 4 .

[0065] The input component 4 can be a keyboard or an electronic drawing board, which is not specifically limited. When the third connecting component can realize fixed installation of the input component 4 and has a fixed installation structure with a rotation function, such as a hinge with a clamping groove or a rotating shaft with a clamping component, it is not specifically limited. The input component 4 and the third connecting component can further increase the convenience of the electronic device and enhance the user experience.

[0066] The above is only a specific implementation of the present application, but the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art who is familiar with the present technical field can easily think of changes or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in the present application, which should be included in the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the present application should be based on the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An electronic device, characterized in that: include: A body, the body having a first surface for displaying contents and a second surface opposite to the first surface; A functional component is connected to the main body and can rotate relative to the second surface, and the functional component is used to convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The electronic device is in a first state, and the functional component is attached to at least a portion of the second surface; The electronic device is in a second state, and the functional component and the second surface have a first angle for supporting the body.

3. The electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second surface has a connection area and a target area. The functional component is arranged in the connection area and is in a first state. The functional component is in contact with the connection area. The connection side of the functional component and the body and the target area of ​​the second surface meet a coplanar condition.

4. The electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The functional component is connected to the main body via a first connecting component, and the first connecting component provides a force for maintaining the second state.

5. The electronic device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The functional components include: a first functional component, the first functional component being rotatably connected to the body via the first connecting component; a second functional component, the second functional component being rotatably connected to the first functional component via a second connecting component; The first connection component and the second connection component meet a parallel condition, and the first functional component and the second functional component can both convert external energy into electrical energy and provide it to the first surface for content display.

6. The electronic device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The first functional component comprises: A first supporting plate, one end of the first supporting plate in the width direction is rotatably connected to the body through the first connecting assembly; A plurality of first solar panels are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the first support plate on the surface of the first support plate away from the second surface; the first solar panels are electrically connected to the body through wires.

7. The electronic device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first functional component also includes: A reinforcing rib structure is arranged on the plate surface of the first supporting plate between two adjacent first solar panels.

8. The electronic device according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that: The second functional component comprises: A second support plate, one end of the second support plate in the width direction is connected to the other end of the first support plate in the width direction through the second connecting assembly; At least one second solar panel, wherein the second solar panel is disposed on the surface of the second support panel, wherein in a first state, the first solar panel of the first support panel and the second solar panel of the second support panel are in contact with each other, and in a second state, the first solar panel of the first support panel and the second solar panel of the second support panel have a second angle for obtaining external energy.

9. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body is provided with an energy storage component, the functional component is connected to the energy storage component through the second surface, and the energy storage component is used to store the electric energy converted by the functional component and provide electric energy to the first surface used for content display.

10. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: An input assembly, the body being detachably connected to the input assembly via a third connecting assembly; The body is rotatable relative to the input assembly.