Air pump mute suspension structure and air pump system

Abstract

The utility model provides an air pump mute suspension structure and an air pump system, and relates to the technical field of miniature air pumps. The supporting mechanism comprises a supporting shell, and the supporting shell is of a hollow structure with at least one open end. The suspension mechanism comprises an air pump support and an elastic connecting piece, the air pump support is arranged in the supporting shell and wraps the air pump, and the elastic connecting piece is connected with the air pump support and the supporting shell. According to the mute suspension structure of the air pump, the buffer mechanism on the air pump shell is used for effectively preventing the air pump from colliding with the supporting shell, meanwhile, the air pump support of the suspension mechanism supports the air pump, and the damping effect is achieved through the elastic connecting piece, so that an interval space is formed between the air pump and the supporting shell, and the air pump and the supporting shell are separated from each other. Vibration generated when the air pump works can be eliminated. In addition, due to the design, noise generated when the air pump collides with the supporting shell during vibration is avoided, and therefore the damping and noise reduction functions of the air pump are effectively achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of micro air pumps, in particular to an air pump silent suspension structure and an air pump system. Background Art

[0002] Products that use micro air pumps in smart bedding mainly include smart mattresses, smart pillows and some smart bedding with massage functions. The application of micro air pumps in these products is mainly to provide functions such as inflation, deflation, hardness adjustment or vibration massage to enhance the comfort and adaptability of sleep. In smart mattresses, micro air pumps can be used to automatically adjust the hardness of the mattress to adapt to the body shape and sleeping posture of different users. Through the intelligent adjustment of the airbag system, the softness and hardness of the mattress can be automatically adjusted to fit the body curve to improve sleep quality; and some smart pillows may use micro air pumps to adjust the height or hardness of the pillow to provide better neck support and sleeping experience.

[0003] In the current smart mattress and smart pillow products on the market, in order to achieve the shock absorption and noise reduction effects of the micro air pump during operation, a seismic isolation pad and an acoustic cover are usually installed between the micro air pump and the base. However, this approach has certain limitations. First, in order to accommodate the seismic isolation pad and the acoustic cover, sufficient space needs to be left between the base and the micro air pump. This not only increases the size of the product, but may also affect its portability. Secondly, the shock absorption effect of the seismic isolation pad is not always satisfactory, and sometimes it even fails to achieve the expected noise reduction effect.

[0004] Therefore, although isolation pads and acoustic covers can reduce the vibration and noise generated by the operation of micro air pumps to a certain extent, they are not a perfect solution.

[0005] Therefore, an air pump silent suspension structure and an air pump system are proposed to solve or alleviate the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an air pump silent suspension structure and an air pump system, which can at least partially solve the above technical problems.

[0007] The embodiment of the utility model is achieved as follows:

[0008] In a first aspect, the utility model provides an air pump silent suspension structure, comprising a suspension mechanism and a support mechanism;

[0009] The support mechanism comprises a support shell, and the support shell is a hollow structure with at least one end open;

[0010] The suspension mechanism comprises an air pump bracket and an elastic connecting member, wherein the air pump bracket is arranged inside the supporting shell to wrap the air pump therein, and the elastic connecting member connects the air pump bracket and the supporting shell.

[0011] Optionally, the air pump bracket includes an air pump buckle and a buckle support body;

[0012] The air pump is wrapped in the air pump buckle;

[0013] The buckle support body is integrally formed with the air pump buckle, and the buckle support body is arranged parallel to the support shell.

[0014] Optionally, the air pump bracket further includes an air pump slot;

[0015] The air pump slot is arranged on the buckle support body so that the shape of the buckle support body and the shape of the outer surface of the air pump are adapted to limit the air pump in its length direction.

[0016] Optionally, the suspension mechanism further includes a first hook and a second hook;

[0017] The supporting shell is provided with a shell opening, and the first hook is provided at the shell opening;

[0018] The second hook is arranged on the air pump buckle, and the first hook is connected to the second hook via the elastic connecting piece.

[0019] Optionally, the air pump bracket includes two air pump buckles, and each of the air pump buckles is provided with a second hook at both ends;

[0020] A first hook is disposed at each of the four end points of the shell opening of the supporting shell, and each of the first hooks is connected to a second hook via an elastic connecting member.

[0021] Optionally, the elastic connecting member includes one or more of a spring, a rubber rope and a rubber band.

[0022] Optionally, a buffer mechanism is also included;

[0023] The buffer mechanism is wrapped on the outer shell of the air pump and is located between the supporting shell and the air pump.

[0024] Optionally, the buffer mechanism comprises at least one elastic ring;

[0025] The elastic ring is sleeved on the periphery of the air pump.

[0026] Optionally, the elastic ring includes one or more of a sponge ring, a rubber ring, and a foam ring.

[0027] In a second aspect, the utility model provides an air pump system, which includes an air pump and an air pump silent suspension structure as described above.

[0028] The utility model provides an air pump silent suspension structure and an air pump system with the following beneficial effects:

[0029] The utility model provides an air pump silent suspension structure provided with a suspension mechanism and a buffer mechanism, wherein the buffer mechanism is coated on the outer shell of the air pump to prevent the air pump from colliding with the support shell, and the air pump bracket of the suspension mechanism supports the air pump to achieve a shock absorbing effect, so that a space is formed between the air pump and the support shell, and the vibration generated when the air pump is working can be eliminated through the space. When the air pump vibrates, it collides with the support shell to generate noise, so that the utility model can effectively play a shock absorbing role for the air pump, and at the same time, it can also eliminate the noise that may be generated when it is directly installed in the support shell, and prevent the vibration sound of the air pump from being transmitted to the support shell through solid transmission, and avoid the noise of vibration being transmitted through the support shell when it contacts the support shell. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] 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.

[0031] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a structure of an air pump silent suspension structure provided by an embodiment of the utility model;

[0032] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of an air pump bracket provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0033] Figure 3 A structural schematic diagram of a connection method of an elastic connector provided in an embodiment of the utility model;

[0034] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of an elastic ring provided in an embodiment of the utility model.

[0035] Icons: 10-air pump silent suspension structure; 11-suspension mechanism; 12-buffer mechanism; 13-support mechanism; 131-support shell; 132-support base; 111-air pump bracket; 21-air pump; 1111-air pump buckle; 1112-buckle support body; 1113-air pump slot; 112-elastic connecting piece; 1311-first hook; 2111-second hook; 121-elastic ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the utility model clearer, the technical scheme in the embodiments of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the utility model described and shown in the drawings here can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0037] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention to be protected, but merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0038] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, further definition and explanation thereof is not required in subsequent drawings.

[0039] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "up", "down", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inside", "outside", etc. indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientations or positional relationships in which the utility model product is conventionally placed when in use, or are the orientations or positional relationships conventionally understood by those skilled in the art. They are only for the convenience of describing the present utility model 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 should not be understood as a limitation on the present utility model.

[0040] Furthermore, the terms “first”, “second”, “third”, etc. are merely used for distinguishing descriptions and are not to be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0041] In the description of the present invention, it is also necessary to explain that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "set", "install", "connect", and "connect" 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 a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, or it can be the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0042] The application scenarios of micro air pumps are quite wide, such as massage instruments (hand massagers, knee, waist, head massagers and eye protectors, etc.), beauty instruments (blackhead instruments, scraping instruments, etc.) and disinfection and atomization equipment, etc.

[0043] Micro air pumps generally include several main parts, including motors, compressors, gas inlet and outlet valves, and control systems. Among them, the motor is used as a power source, and the motor converts mechanical energy into energy for gas compression or extraction through a transmission device. The compressor is used to compress the gas to a higher pressure. The gas inlet and outlet valves are used to control the flow direction and flow rate of the gas, and can be opened or closed as needed to achieve gas compression or extraction. The control system is used to monitor and control the operating status of the air pump, and automatically adjust the working pressure and flow rate of the air pump according to the set parameters to meet different needs.

[0044] Existing micro air pumps (such as the 370 micro air pump) generally have excellent suction and pressure, and can produce low noise. However, in some application scenarios (such as smart sleeping mattresses and smart sleeping pillows), the noise reduction and shock absorption functions of existing micro air pumps cannot meet application requirements.

[0045] Therefore, please refer to Figure 1 An embodiment of the utility model provides an air pump silent suspension structure 10, including a suspension mechanism 11 and a support mechanism 13.

[0046] The support mechanism 13 includes a support shell 131 and a support base 132 . The support shell 131 is a hollow structure with at least one end open. The support base 132 is disposed in the support shell 131 , at a side of the support base 132 facing the opening of the support shell 131 .

[0047] The suspension mechanism 11 includes an air pump bracket 111 and an elastic connector 112 . The air pump bracket 111 is disposed inside the support shell 131 to wrap the air pump 21 therein, and the elastic connector 112 connects the air pump bracket 111 and the support shell 131 .

[0048] The support mechanism 13 may be an assembly part for assembling the air pump 21. When in use, the air pump 21 may be installed at a preset position in the support housing 131, and the space where the air pump 21 is located may be separated from other spaces by the support base 132. The support housing 131 may be a hollow cylindrical structure, a quadrangular prism structure, or a triangular prism structure. In actual situations, it may be configured according to needs, and the embodiment of the utility model does not specifically limit this.

[0049] The air pump bracket 111 in the suspension mechanism 11 can wrap the air pump 21 so that the air pump 21 and the air pump bracket 111 are fixed. During use, the elastic connecting member 112 in the suspension mechanism 11 can connect the air pump bracket 111 with the support shell 131, so that the air pump 21 is suspended in the support shell 131, so that a space is formed between the air pump 21 and the support shell 131, so that the air pump 21 will not be in direct contact with the support shell 131, that is, during the actual operation of the air pump 21, the vibration generated by the air pump 21 can be eliminated by the elastic connecting member 112, so that the sound waves generated when the air pump 21 vibrates will not be directly transmitted to the support shell 131, but will be transmitted through the air in the space between the two. Since the propagation efficiency of sound waves in the air is the lowest, the space between the two two spaces can achieve good noise reduction, avoid the transmission of noise and sound waves by the support shell 131, and prevent the vibration of the air pump 21 from colliding with the support shell 131 when the air pump 21 vibrates, thereby generating noise, thereby achieving the effect of shock absorption and noise reduction.

[0050] Alternatively, if Figure 2 As shown, the air pump bracket 111 includes an air pump buckle 1111 and a buckle support body 1112 .

[0051] The air pump 21 is wrapped in the air pump buckle 1111.

[0052] The buckle support body 1112 and the air pump buckle 1111 are integrally formed, and the buckle support body 1112 is arranged parallel to the support shell 131 .

[0053] The air pump buckle 1111 of the air pump bracket 111 can be a material with a certain elastic deformation, such as a plastic buckle or a metal buckle. Therefore, no matter the inner diameter of the air pump buckle 1111 is greater than or equal to the outer diameter of the air pump 21, or the inner diameter of the air pump buckle 1111 is smaller than the outer diameter of the air pump 21, the air pump buckle 1111 of the air pump bracket 111 can be fitted to the outside of the air pump 21, so that during the assembly process, the air pump 21 can be locked in the air pump buckle 1111, so that the air pump 21 and the air pump bracket 111 can be fixed.

[0054] The buckle support 1112 may be a support member for connecting a plurality of air pump buckles 1111. In a specific implementation, there may be a plurality of air pump buckles 1111, for example, Figure 2 There are two air pump buckles 1111, and they are in an arc-shaped structure. Each air pump buckle 1111 is integrally formed with the buckle support 1112, making the air pump bracket 111 more secure. At the same time, multiple air pump buckles 1111 can also fix the air pump 21 more securely in the air pump bracket 111.

[0055] Optionally, the air pump bracket 111 also includes an air pump slot 1113 .

[0056] The air pump slot 1113 is disposed on the buckle support 1112 so that the shape of the buckle support 1112 and the shape of the outer surface of the air pump 21 are adapted to limit the air pump 21 in its length direction.

[0057] The air pump slot 1113 can be a slot structure on the buckle support 1112. In specific applications, the shape of the air pump slot 1113 can be customized according to the pump body shape of the air pump 21, so that the air pump 21 will not slide up and down along the direction of the buckle support 1112 on the air pump bracket 111.

[0058] Alternatively, if Figure 3 As shown, the suspension mechanism 11 further includes a first hook 1311 and a second hook 2111 .

[0059] The supporting shell 131 is provided with a shell opening, and the first hook 1311 is provided at the shell opening.

[0060] The second hook 2111 is disposed on the air pump buckle 1111 , and the first hook 1311 is connected to the second hook 2111 via an elastic connector 112 .

[0061] A shell opening is provided on the support shell 131, and a plurality of first hooks 1311 can be provided on the shell opening. Correspondingly, a second hook 2111 is provided on the air pump buckle 1111 of the air pump bracket 111. One end of the elastic connector 112 is fixed on the first hook 1311, and the other end is fixed on the second hook 2111, so as to complete the connection between the air pump bracket 111 and the support shell 131. After the connection is completed, the air pump 21 can be suspended in the support shell 131, and the elastic force of the elastic connector 112 can provide a shock absorbing effect for the air pump 21, and it is also convenient for the elastic connector 112 to pull the air pump 21 back to its original position when it deviates in the support shell 131, so that it has an automatic reset effect.

[0062] Optionally, the air pump bracket 111 includes two air pump buckles 1111 , and a second hook 2111 is provided at both ends of each air pump buckle 1111 .

[0063] A first hook 1311 is provided at each of the four end points of the shell opening of the supporting shell 131. The first hook 1311 is formed by opening an L-shaped hook groove at the shell opening of the supporting shell 131. Each first hook 1311 is connected to a second hook 2111 through an elastic connecting member 112. Specifically, connecting rings are integrally formed at both ends of the elastic connecting member 112. The connecting rings at both ends are respectively embedded in the first hook 1311 and the second hook 2111, and the openings of the first hook 1311 and the second hook 2111 with the connecting rings can be sealed by hot melt adhesive.

[0064] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 3 As shown, two air pump buckles 1111 may be provided, and a second hook 2111 is provided at each end of each air pump buckle 1111. Correspondingly, a first hook 1311 is provided at each of the four end points of the shell opening of the support shell 131. Four elastic connectors 112 are used to connect a corresponding set of first hooks 1311 and second hooks 2111, respectively, so that the air pump 21 can be suspended in the support shell 131.

[0065] It should be noted that Figure 3 The connection method of the elastic connecting member 112 shown and the connection method described above are only one of many connection methods. In practical applications, a variety of different connection methods can also be used as long as the air pump 21 can be suspended in the supporting shell 131.

[0066] Optionally, the elastic connector 112 includes one or more of a spring, a rubber rope and a rubber band.

[0067] The spring, rubber rope and rubber band can provide a certain elastic force, and the two ends of the spring, rubber rope and rubber band can be fixed to the first hook 1311 and the second hook 2111 respectively by tying or hanging. In the specific implementation process, a suitable material can be selected as the elastic connector 112 according to the needs. For example, in an environment with relatively high operating temperature, a metal spring can be used as the elastic connector 112, while in an environment with relatively low operating temperature, a more economical rubber rope or rubber band can be selected as the elastic connector 112.

[0068] Alternatively, if Figure 4 As shown, a buffer mechanism 12 is also included.

[0069] The buffer mechanism 12 is wrapped on the outer shell of the air pump 21 and is located between the supporting shell 131 and the air pump 21 .

[0070] The buffer mechanism 12 is wrapped on the outer shell of the air pump 21, so that the vibration generated by the air pump 21 during operation is weakened. When the air pump 21 shakes and bumps inside the support shell 131, the buffer mechanism 12 can provide buffering and collision prevention, and can also effectively protect the pump body of the air pump 21 from being damaged due to touching the support shell 131.

[0071] Optionally, the buffer mechanism 12 includes at least one elastic ring 121 . The elastic ring 121 is sleeved around the periphery of the air pump 21 .

[0072] The elastic ring 121 can be closely attached to the pump body of the air pump 21, and its inner diameter is slightly larger than the outer diameter of the air pump 21 and is sleeved on the periphery of the air pump 21. Its inner diameter can also be equal to the outer diameter of the air pump 21. Even if the inner diameter of the elastic ring 121 is smaller than the outer diameter of the air pump 21, it can also be sleeved on the outer side of the air pump 21 due to its elastic deformation performance. The embodiment of the utility model does not specifically limit this. The elastic ring 121 can be fixed on the air pump 21, or it can be movably installed on the elastic ring 121.

[0073] During use, the elastic ring 121 can protect the air pump 21 from shaking left and right during operation and touching the support shell 131, thereby causing damage to the air pump 21. At the same time, it can also effectively reduce the noise generated by the air pump 21 during operation.

[0074] Optionally, the elastic ring 121 includes one or more of a sponge ring, a rubber ring, and a foam ring.

[0075] Sponge rings, rubber rings, and foam rings have their own applicable scenarios and different advantages. Sponge rings are soft and elastic, and can adapt to various complex joint structures, thereby increasing the sealing and stability of the material. In addition, sponge rings also have good pressure resistance and anti-aging capabilities.

[0076] Rubber rings have excellent weather resistance and chemical resistance, enabling them to maintain stable performance in a variety of environments such as high temperature, low temperature, grease, chemical erosion, etc. Foam rings are generally made of lightweight materials and have good durability and thermal insulation properties.

[0077] In practical applications, any one or more of the above materials can be selected as the elastic ring 121. The elastic ring 121 only needs to provide buffering and anti-collision protection for the outer ring of the air pump 21, and the specific material is not limited.

[0078] Based on the same inventive concept, the utility model provides an air pump system, which includes an air pump 21 and any of the above-mentioned air pump silent suspension structures. The specific functions and structures of each part have been described in detail in the embodiment of the air pump silent suspension structure provided by the utility model, and will not be elaborated here.

[0079] By adopting the above solution in the embodiment of the utility model, at least the following technical effects can be achieved:

[0080] The utility model provides an air pump silent suspension structure 10 provided with a suspension mechanism 11 and a buffer mechanism 12. The buffer mechanism 12 is wrapped on the outer shell of the air pump 21 to prevent the air pump 21 from colliding with the support shell 131. The air pump bracket 111 of the suspension mechanism 11 supports the air pump 21 to achieve a shock-absorbing effect, so that a space is formed between the air pump 21 and the support shell 131, and the vibration generated when the air pump 21 is working can be eliminated by the space. When the air pump 21 vibrates, it collides with the support shell 131 to generate noise, so that the utility model can effectively reduce the shock of the air pump 21, and at the same time, it can also eliminate the noise that may be generated when it is directly installed in the support shell 131, and prevent the vibration sound of the air pump 21 from being transmitted to the support shell 131 through solid transmission, and avoid the noise of vibration transmitted through it when contacting the support shell 131.

[0081] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. For those skilled in the art, the present invention may be subject to various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An air pump silent suspension structure, characterized in that: It comprises a suspension mechanism (11) and a support mechanism (13); The support mechanism (13) comprises a support shell (131), and the support shell (131) is a hollow structure with at least one end open; The suspension mechanism (11) comprises an air pump bracket (111) and an elastic connecting member (112); the air pump bracket (111) is arranged inside the supporting shell (131) to enclose the air pump (21) therein, and the elastic connecting member (112) connects the air pump bracket (111) and the supporting shell (131).

2. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air pump bracket (111) comprises an air pump buckle (1111) and a buckle support body (1112); The air pump (21) is wrapped in the air pump buckle (1111); The buckle support body (1112) and the air pump buckle (1111) are integrally formed, and the buckle support body (1112) is arranged parallel to the support shell (131).

3. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The air pump bracket (111) further comprises an air pump slot (1113); The air pump slot (1113) is arranged on the buckle support body (1112) so that the shape of the buckle support body (1112) and the shape of the outer surface of the air pump (21) are adapted to limit the position of the air pump (21) in the length direction thereof.

4. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The suspension mechanism (11) further comprises a first hook (1311) and a second hook (2111); The supporting shell (131) is provided with a shell opening, and the first hook (1311) is arranged at the shell opening; The second hook (2111) is arranged on the air pump buckle (1111), and the first hook (1311) and the second hook (2111) are connected via the elastic connecting member (112).

5. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: The air pump bracket (111) comprises two air pump buckles (1111), and each of the two ends of the air pump buckle (1111) is provided with a second hook (2111); A first hook (1311) is provided at each of the four end points of the shell opening of the support shell (131), and each of the first hooks (1311) is connected to a second hook (2111) via an elastic connecting member (112).

6. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic connecting member (112) comprises one or more of a spring, a rubber rope and a rubber band.

7. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes a buffer mechanism (12); The buffer mechanism (12) is wrapped on the outer shell of the air pump (21) and is located between the support shell (131) and the air pump (21).

8. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The buffer mechanism (12) comprises at least one elastic ring (121); The elastic ring (121) is sleeved on the periphery of the air pump (21).

9. The air pump silent suspension structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The elastic ring (121) includes one or more of a sponge ring, a rubber ring, and a foam ring.

10. An air pump system, characterized in that: It comprises an air pump (21) and the air pump silent suspension structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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