An electric toothbrush structure with camera function

Abstract

The utility model discloses an electric toothbrush structure with a camera function, comprising a brush head, a handle, a motor, a rechargeable battery and a control board, wherein an upper cover is installed at the upper end of the handle, and a camera hole connected to the interior is opened in the upper cover, and the camera hole is arranged toward the front side direction of the brush head; the control board, the motor and the rechargeable battery are arranged inside the handle, and a mounting seat is provided at the upper end of the handle, and the mounting seat is used to install a camera, and the camera is arranged corresponding to the camera hole, and the camera is connected to the control board; the motor is arranged in the handle, and an output shaft is provided on the motor, and the output shaft part extends out of the handle and passes through the upper cover to be connected with the brush head. By installing the camera on the upper cover, cleaning of the lens is facilitated, and there is no need to modify the existing brush head on the market, thereby reducing the use cost, and the upper cover does not need to be frequently in contact with water, thereby avoiding contact problems caused by oxidation of the conductive sheet due to moisture, thereby extending the service life of the electric toothbrush.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of electric toothbrushes, in particular to an electric toothbrush structure with a camera function. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous advancement of technology, the electric toothbrush industry is becoming increasingly mature. Electric toothbrushes have gradually replaced traditional manual toothbrushes because of their stronger cleaning ability. Traditional toothbrushes cannot control the strength of brushing teeth well during use. At the same time, ordinary toothbrushes only have basic brushing functions and cannot perform oral visual inspections, resulting in low tooth cleanliness. In contrast, electric toothbrushes can adjust the brushing strength and brushing angle according to personal needs. Moreover, most existing electric toothbrushes have camera functions, which makes it easier for people to observe the internal conditions of the oral cavity. Such a design is more scientific and humane.

[0003] The authorization announcement number is CN219126798U, which is an electric toothbrush, including a brush head, a brush handle and a camera assembly for image acquisition, wherein the camera assembly includes a camera, a main board and a flat cable, wherein the flat cable electrically connects the camera and the main board for data transmission. The camera is a small miniature camera, which is arranged at the head of the brush handle and is used for taking images.

[0004] However, the electric toothbrush embeds the camera into the head of the brush handle. This installation method makes the brush head larger, affecting the user's brushing experience. It is also easy to get dirty and difficult to clean. Since the brush head is a consumable item, the camera needs to be replaced together with the brush head, which increases the user's cost and wastes resources. The camera needs to be powered by a conductive sheet, and the brush head needs to be in frequent contact with water, which can easily cause moisture and oxidation of the conductive sheet, leading to poor contact. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to solve the deficiencies in the prior art, the utility model provides an electric toothbrush structure with a camera function.

[0006] The technical solution of the utility model is:

[0007] An electric toothbrush structure with a camera function comprises a brush head, a handle, a motor, a rechargeable battery and a control board, wherein an upper cover is installed at the upper end of the handle, and a camera hole connected to the interior is opened in the upper cover, and the camera hole is arranged toward the front side of the brush head; the control board, motor and rechargeable battery are arranged inside the handle, and a mounting seat is provided at the upper end of the handle, and the mounting seat is used to install a camera, and the camera is arranged corresponding to the camera hole, and the camera is connected to the control board; the motor is arranged in the handle, and an output shaft is provided on the motor, and the output shaft extends out of the handle and passes through the upper cover to be connected to the brush head; the camera, control board, motor and rechargeable battery are electrically connected; the control board comprises a wireless communication module for wireless transmission with an external communication device.

[0008] Furthermore, the upper cover includes a lens, the lens is embedded in the camera hole, and is provided with a waterproof structure sealed and connected to the upper cover, and the outer surface of the lens is flush with the outer surface of the upper cover.

[0009] Furthermore, the waterproof structure includes a first sealing ring, which is integrally formed with the lens and abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover.

[0010] Furthermore, a silicone ring is installed between the lens and the camera.

[0011] Furthermore, a first annular groove is provided on the output shaft, and a first limiting protrusion is provided on the inner side wall of the brush head, and the first limiting protrusion is engaged in the first annular groove.

[0012] Furthermore, a second annular groove is provided on the output shaft, a waterproof ring is sleeved on the second annular groove, an inner side wall of the waterproof ring is provided with an inner protrusion, and the inner protrusion abuts against the second annular groove.

[0013] Furthermore, an outer protrusion is provided on the outer side wall of the waterproof ring, and the outer protrusion abuts against the inner side wall of the upper cover.

[0014] Furthermore, a charging socket end assembly is provided at the bottom of the handle, a third annular groove is provided on the outer periphery of the charging socket end assembly, and a second sealing ring is provided on the third annular groove.

[0015] Furthermore, the lens is circular and the camera hole is also circular. Such a structure allows the lens to be installed in the camera hole without adjusting the direction, thereby improving installation efficiency.

[0016] The beneficial effects achieved by the utility model are:

[0017] The utility model installs the camera on the upper cover, which facilitates the cleaning of the lens. There is no need to modify the existing brush head on the market, which reduces the cost of use. In addition, the upper cover does not need to be in frequent contact with water, which avoids contact problems caused by oxidation of the conductive sheet due to moisture, thereby extending the service life of the electric toothbrush. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of the handle, upper cover and brush head of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 It is a sectional view of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified view of the waterproof structure of part A;

[0022] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 An enlarged view of the mounting structure of part B;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a structural cross-sectional view of the handle, upper cover and brush head of the utility model;

[0024] In the figure, 1. brush head; 2. handle; 3. motor; 4. waterproof structure; 5. upper cover; 6. camera hole; 7. control board; 8. mounting base; 9. camera; 10. output shaft; 11. lens; 12. first sealing ring; 13. silicone ring; 14. first annular groove; 15. first limiting protrusion; 16. second annular groove; 17. third annular groove; 18. waterproof ring; 19. inner protrusion; 20. outer protrusion; 21. charging socket end assembly; 22. second sealing ring; 23. function indicator light; 24. camera function button; 25. brushing function button. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] To facilitate those skilled in the art to understand the present invention, specific implementations of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, the utility model provides an electric toothbrush structure with a camera function, including a brush head 1, a handle 2, a motor 3, a rechargeable battery and a control board 7. An upper cover 5 is installed on the upper end of the handle 2, and a camera hole 6 connected to the interior is opened on the upper cover 5, and the camera hole 6 is arranged toward the front side of the brush head 1; the control board 7, the motor 3 and the rechargeable battery are arranged inside the handle 2, and a mounting seat 8 is provided on the upper end of the handle 2. The mounting seat 8 is used to install a camera 9, and the camera 9 is arranged corresponding to the camera hole 6, and is used to obtain an image signal of a user at the front side of the brush head 1. Compared with the prior art, the image information of the oral cavity is more intuitive and clear, and the camera 9 is connected to the control board 7; the motor 3 is arranged in the handle 2, and an output shaft 10 is provided on the motor 3, and the output shaft 10 extends The toothbrush 1 extends out of the handle 2 and passes through the upper cover 5 to be connected to the brush head 1; the camera 9, the control board 7, the motor 3 and the rechargeable battery are electrically connected; the control board 7 includes a wireless communication module for wirelessly communicating with an external communication device. The wireless communication module of the utility model can be a Bluetooth module or a WIFI module, and the external communication can be a mobile phone. The user can connect the electric toothbrush through the mobile phone, and then open the APP to view it while brushing his teeth, which is convenient for the user to observe the information in the oral cavity through the external communication device. At the same time, the camera has the functions of taking pictures and recording videos. It may be inconvenient for the user to hold the mobile phone when brushing his teeth. Therefore, the recording function of the camera can be used to observe the situation in the oral cavity after the user finishes brushing his teeth, and compare the situation of the teeth before and after brushing.

[0027] There is also an electric toothbrush with a camera function, such as the patent document CN216535622U, whose technical solution is to set a camera and a control board on the output shaft. According to the prior art, a series of electronic components are provided on the brush head, which has a complex structure. However, the present application transfers all electronic components to the handle 2, which has a simple structure, is easy to install, and is waterproof and not easy to damage. There is no need to modify the existing brush head 1, and it can be shared with the existing brush head 1 on the market, thereby reducing the cost of use.

[0028] In this embodiment, by installing the camera 9 on the upper cover 5, the cleaning of the lens 11 is facilitated, and the upper cover 5 does not need to be in contact with water frequently, avoiding contact problems caused by oxidation of the conductive sheet due to moisture, thereby extending the service life of the electric toothbrush.

[0029] It should be noted that by setting a camera hole 6 facing the front side of the brush head 1 and a camera 9 corresponding to the camera hole 6 on the front side of the upper cover 5, the camera 9 has the functions of taking pictures, recording videos, recording brushing time, comparing before and after brushing, and uploading. When the user uses it, it is convenient for the camera 9 to obtain image information inside the oral cavity.

[0030] Furthermore, the upper cover 5 includes a lens 11 , which is installed in the camera hole 6 , and is provided with a waterproof structure 4 sealed and connected to the upper cover 5 , and the outer surface of the lens 11 is flush with the outer surface of the upper cover 5 .

[0031] Furthermore, the lens 11 is circular, and the camera hole 6 is also circular. Such a structure allows the lens 11 to be installed in the camera hole 6 without adjusting the direction, thereby improving installation efficiency.

[0032] In this embodiment, the lens 11 is installed in the camera hole 6, and the lens 11 seals the camera hole 6 through the waterproof structure 4. Since the lens 11 is designed to be separated from the upper cover 5, when the lens 11 is damaged or needs to be replaced, it is only necessary to open the upper cover 5 to take out the lens 11, and then install the new lens 11 into the camera hole 6, and then install the upper cover 5. This not only saves the time for replacing the lens 11, but also reduces the maintenance cost.

[0033] Furthermore, if Figure 4 As shown, the waterproof structure 4 includes a first sealing ring 12 , which is integrally formed with the lens 11 and abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover 5 . The waterproof structure 4 is used to seal the gap between the lens 11 and the upper cover 5 .

[0034] In this embodiment, the first sealing ring 12 can seal the gap between the lens 11 and the camera hole 6; specifically, the first sealing ring 12 can be made of a flexible material such as rubber, silicone, etc. When the lens 11 and the upper cover 5 are installed, the first sealing ring 12 can be deformed under pressure to fill the gap between the lens 11 and the camera hole 6, thereby improving the waterproof and dustproof performance of the electric toothbrush.

[0035] Furthermore, a silicone ring 13 is installed between the lens 11 and the camera 9 .

[0036] Specifically, the silicone ring 13 has an anti-reflective function and can effectively absorb ambient light to improve the shooting quality of the camera 9 .

[0037] Furthermore, if Figure 6 As shown, a first annular groove 14 is provided on the output shaft 10 , and a first limiting protrusion 15 is provided on the inner side wall of the brush head 1 , and the first limiting protrusion 15 is engaged in the first annular groove 14 .

[0038] Specifically, through the cooperation between the first limiting protrusion 15 and the first annular groove 14 , not only can the brush head 1 be firmly mounted on the output shaft 10 , but the brush head 1 can also be easily removed from the output shaft 10 .

[0039] Furthermore, a second annular groove 16 is provided on the output shaft 10, and a waterproof ring 18 is sleeved on the second annular groove 16. The inner wall of the waterproof ring 18 is provided with an inner protrusion 19, and the inner protrusion 19 abuts against the second annular groove 16. The outer wall of the waterproof ring 18 is provided with an outer protrusion 20, and the outer protrusion 20 abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover 5.

[0040] Specifically, the inner protrusion 19 abuts against the second annular groove 16, and the outer protrusion 20 abuts against the inner wall of the upper cover 5, thereby forming an effective waterproof barrier to prevent moisture from penetrating into the device, protect the normal operation of the device, and increase the service life of the electric toothbrush.

[0041] Specifically, by connecting with external communication equipment, wireless transmission and display of photos or videos of the inside of the oral cavity can be realized, the oral condition can be observed through the communication equipment, the taken photos can be saved for comparison, and the brushing time can be recorded to improve the quality of brushing.

[0042] Furthermore, if Figure 5 As shown, a charging socket end assembly 21 is provided at the bottom of the handle 2 , a third annular groove 17 is provided on the outer periphery of the charging socket end assembly 21 , and a second sealing ring 22 is provided on the third annular groove 17 .

[0043] Specifically, the second sealing ring 22 is used to achieve a sealed connection between the charging socket end assembly 21 and the inner wall of the handle 2, thereby improving the waterproof and dustproof capabilities of the charging socket end assembly 21, preventing external liquids, dust and other impurities from entering the toothbrush handle, and protecting various electronic components such as the motor 3 and control board 7 inside the handle 2.

[0044] In addition, the charging socket end assembly 21 is provided with a TYPE-C charging interface (not shown in the drawings) and a waterproof sealing plug (not shown in the drawings). An external power source can charge the built-in rechargeable battery (not shown in the drawings) of the electric toothbrush through the charging interface. The technical features of this charging socket end are already existing technologies. For details, please refer to the announcement document of Chinese utility model patent CN215228713U, which will not be elaborated here.

[0045] Furthermore, a function indicator light 23 , a camera function button 24 and a tooth brushing function button 25 are provided on the outer surface of the handle 2 , and the function indicator light 23 , the camera function button 24 and the tooth brushing function button 25 are all electrically connected to the control panel 7 .

[0046] Specifically, the brushing function button 25 of the electric toothbrush is used to start the electric toothbrush, and the camera function button 24 is used to start the camera 9. The brushing and camera functions are not synchronized, but are based on the order in which the user presses the buttons. When the camera function button 24 is pressed, the function indicator light 23 will light up to remind the user that the camera 9 is working, so as to prevent the user from forgetting to turn off the camera 9 after brushing.

[0047] At the same time, the outer surface of the camera function button 24 is in the shape of anti-slip pattern, which increases the friction of the user's hand on the handle 2, so that the user can firmly hold the handle 2 to prevent the electric toothbrush from slipping from the hand.

[0048] The above-described implementation methods of the utility model do not constitute a limitation on the protection scope of the utility model. Any modification, equivalent replacement and improvement made within the spirit and principle of the utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the claims of the utility model.

Claims

1. An electric toothbrush structure with a camera function, comprising a brush head (1), a handle (2), a motor (3), a rechargeable battery and a control panel (7), characterized in that: An upper cover (5) is installed at the upper end of the handle (2), and a camera hole (6) is provided on the upper cover (5) for communicating with the interior, and the camera hole (6) is arranged toward the front side of the brush head (1); the control board (7), the motor (3) and the rechargeable battery are arranged inside the handle (2), and a mounting seat (8) is provided at the upper end of the handle (2), and the mounting seat (8) is used to mount a camera (9), and the camera (9) is arranged corresponding to the camera hole (6), and the camera (9) is connected to the control board (7); an output shaft (10) is provided on the motor (3), and the output shaft (10) extends out of the handle (2) and passes through the upper cover (5) to be connected to the brush head (1); the camera (9), the control board (7), the motor (3) and the rechargeable battery are electrically connected; The control panel (7) comprises a wireless communication module for wireless transmission with an external communication device; The upper cover (5) comprises a lens (11), the lens (11) is embedded in the camera hole (6), and is provided with a waterproof structure (4) sealed with the upper cover (5), and the outer surface of the lens (11) is flush with the outer surface of the upper cover (5).

2. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The waterproof structure (4) comprises a first sealing ring (12), wherein the first sealing ring (12) is integrally formed with the lens (11) and abuts against the inner side wall of the upper cover (5).

3. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 2, characterized in that: A silicone ring (13) is installed between the lens (11) and the camera (9).

4. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The output shaft (10) is provided with a first annular groove (14), and the inner side wall of the brush head (1) is provided with a first limiting protrusion (15), and the first limiting protrusion (15) is engaged in the first annular groove (14).

5. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 4, characterized in that: The output shaft (10) is further provided with a second annular groove (16), a waterproof ring (18) is sleeved on the second annular groove (16), an inner protrusion (19) is provided on the inner side wall of the waterproof ring (18), and the inner protrusion (19) abuts against the second annular groove (16).

6. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 5, characterized in that: An outer protrusion (20) is provided on the outer side wall of the waterproof ring (18), and the outer protrusion (20) abuts against the inner side wall of the upper cover (5).

7. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 1, characterized in that: A charging socket end assembly (21) is provided at the bottom of the handle (2), a third annular groove (17) is provided on the outer periphery of the charging socket end assembly (21), and a second sealing ring (22) is provided on the third annular groove (17).

8. The electric toothbrush structure with camera function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lens (11) is circular, and the camera hole (6) is circular.

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