Key device and intelligent terminal

Abstract

The utility model provides a key device and an intelligent terminal. The key device comprises a shell, and the shell comprises a sliding groove; the key unit comprises a key and an elastic clamping piece, part of the key extends into the sliding groove and moves in the length direction of the sliding groove, the elastic clamping piece is arranged on the shell and is provided with a clamping part, the clamping part is located in the sliding groove, the side, facing the sliding groove, of the key is provided with a stopping part, the stopping part is provided with at least two stopping positions, and the stopping positions are located in the sliding groove. The at least two stop positions are used for matching at least two functions of the key device. According to the technical scheme, the key is simple and firm in structure and convenient to disassemble and assemble under the condition that the intelligent terminal realizes conversion of multiple states and working modes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of intelligent terminals, and in particular to a key device and an intelligent terminal. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous updating of electronic products, more and more electronic products have entered people's lives and enriched people's lifestyles. Whether at work or in entertainment, electronic operation modes have gradually replaced traditional manual operations.

[0003] In the process of conceiving and implementing this application, the applicant found that there are at least the following problems: In some schemes, the smart terminal includes an adjustment button set on the frame, a latch slidably installed inside the smart terminal frame, a magnet set on the latch, the position of the magnet changes with the change of the latch position, and the Hall device is used to detect the change of the magnetic flux of the magnet to adjust the functional mode of the smart terminal. However, during use, the button needs to be limited by the latch, the latch follows the sliding movement of the button, the latch and the button need to be tightly assembled, and the latch has the risk of loosening during long-term use of the button, thereby affecting the sliding feel.

[0004] The preceding description is intended to provide general background information and does not necessarily constitute prior art. Utility Model Content

[0005] In response to the above technical problems, the present application provides a button device and a smart terminal, which are simple, firm, and easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present application provides a key device, including a housing, the housing including a sliding groove;

[0007] A key unit, the key unit includes a key and an elastic clip, part of the key extends into the sliding groove and moves along the length direction of the sliding groove; the elastic clip is arranged on the shell, the elastic clip has a clip part, the clip part is located in the sliding groove, a stop part is provided on the side of the key facing the sliding groove, the stop part has at least two stop positions, and the at least two stop positions are used to match at least two functions of the key device.

[0008] Optionally, the key device further comprises a detection unit, and the detection unit comprises a detection element and a sensing element;

[0009] One of the detection element and the induction element is arranged on the key, and the other is arranged on the shell. The induction element is used to detect the position of the detection element relative to the induction element to determine the position of the key.

[0010] Optionally, the detection member and the stopper are respectively located on different sides of the key facing the sliding slot.

[0011] Optionally, the detection member includes a magnetic member, and the induction member includes a Hall detection element.

[0012] Optionally, the detection element is installed on the button.

[0013] Optionally, a first installation opening is opened on the shell, and the sensing element is accommodated and installed in the first installation opening.

[0014] Optionally, the stop portion has at least two stop grooves connected along the moving direction of the key, the notches of the stop grooves face the clamping portion, and different stop grooves correspond to different stop positions.

[0015] Optionally, the key device further comprises a limiting unit, the limiting unit is mounted on the housing, the limiting unit comprises a limiting portion, and the limiting portion is configured to abut against a side wall of the key to prevent the key from escaping from the sliding slot;

[0016] When the button moves, the clamping portion stops at the stop position.

[0017] Optionally, the limiting unit further includes a mounting portion, the mounting portion is connected to the limiting portion, the shell has a second mounting opening, the second mounting opening is connected to the sliding groove, and the mounting portion is mounted on the second mounting opening so that the limiting portion extends into the sliding groove;

[0018] The extending direction of the limiting portion is consistent with the length direction of the sliding groove, and along the moving direction of the key, the length of the mounting portion is greater than the length of the limiting portion.

[0019] Optionally, the button has a limiting groove, the limiting portion is inserted into the limiting groove, and the limiting groove moves along an extension direction of the limiting portion.

[0020] Optionally, the limiting groove and the stop portion are respectively located on two opposite sides of the key.

[0021] Optionally, the shell has a third installation opening;

[0022] It also includes a connecting piece, the elastic clip has a first connecting hole, the shell has a second connecting hole, the second connecting hole is located in the third installation port, the connecting piece passes through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole in sequence, so that the elastic clip is installed in the third installation port.

[0023] Optionally, the button includes a pressing portion and an abutting portion, and the pressing portion is configured to drive the abutting portion to move in the sliding groove when pressed;

[0024] The stopper is arranged on the abutting portion, and along the moving direction of the key, the length of the pressing portion is greater than the length of the abutting portion.

[0025] The present application also provides a smart terminal, comprising: the key device as described above.

[0026] As described above, the key device and smart terminal provided by the present application, the smart terminal includes a key device; the key device includes a shell, the shell includes a sliding groove; the key unit includes a key and an elastic clip, part of the key extends into the sliding groove, and moves along the length direction of the sliding groove, the elastic clip is arranged on the shell, the elastic clip has a clip part, the clip part is located in the sliding groove, a stop part is provided on the side of the key facing the sliding groove, the stop part has at least two stop positions, and the at least two stop positions are used to match at least two functions of the key device, when the key moves, the clip part stops at the stop position.

[0027] Through the above-mentioned setting, that is, through the setting of the button unit, the button and the elastic clip are both arranged on the shell, the button has a stopper, and the elastic clip has a clipping part, wherein the stopper and the clipping part are both located in the sliding groove, and the stopper and the clipping part are clipped with each other, thereby making the operation of the smart terminal more convenient, enhancing the aesthetic appearance of the smart terminal, and improving the hand feel comfort when using the smart terminal; in addition, since the button and the elastic clip are both installed from the outside of the shell to the inside of the shell, the sealing of the entire shell can be guaranteed, the use of sealing rings can be reduced, the parts structure can be reduced, and the cost can be reduced. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] The drawings herein are incorporated into the specification and constitute a part of the specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application, and are used together with the specification to explain the principles of the present application. In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments are briefly introduced below. Obviously, for ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative labor.

[0029] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the key device in some schemes;

[0030] Figure 2 are cross-sectional views of key arrangements in some schemes;

[0031] Figure 3 Here are some exploded views of the key devices in some schemes;

[0032] Figure 4 is a schematic structural diagram of a key device in an embodiment of the present application from a first perspective;

[0033] Figure 5 is a schematic structural diagram of a key device in an embodiment of the present application from a second viewing angle;

[0034] Figure 6 is an exploded view of the key device in the embodiment of the present application from a first perspective;

[0035] Figure 7 is an exploded view of the key device in the embodiment of the present application from a second viewing angle;

[0036] Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of a key device in an embodiment of the present application;

[0037] Fig. 9 It is a schematic diagram of the hardware structure of an intelligent terminal for implementing various embodiments of the present application.

[0038] Description of labels:

[0039] 100-button device; 110-housing; 111-first mounting port; 112-second mounting port; 113-third mounting port; 114-sliding slot; 115-second connecting hole; 120-button unit; 121-button; 1211-stop portion; 1212-pressing portion; 1213-abutting portion; 1214-limiting slot; 122-elastic clamping member; 1221-first connecting hole; 1222-clamping portion; 130-detection unit; 131-detection member; 132-sensing member; 140-limiting unit; 141-limiting portion; 142-mounting portion; 150-connecting member; 160-latch pin;

[0040] 200-intelligent terminal; 201-radio unit; 202-WiFi module; 203-audio output unit; 204-A / V input unit; 2041-graphics processor; 2042-microphone; 205-sensor; 206-display unit; 2061-display panel; 207-user input unit; 2071-touch panel; 2072-other input devices; 208-interface unit; 209-memory; 210-processor; 211-power supply.

[0041] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further described in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. The above-mentioned drawings have shown clear embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail later. These drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept of this application in any way, but to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements unless otherwise indicated. The implementations described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all implementations consistent with the present application. Instead, they are merely examples of devices and methods consistent with some aspects of the present application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0043] Optionally, in this document, the terms "include", "comprises" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device including a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "includes a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device including the element. Optionally, components, features, and elements with the same name in different embodiments of the present application may have the same meaning or different meanings, and their specific meanings need to be determined by their explanation in the specific embodiment or further combined with the context in the specific embodiment.

[0044] It should be understood that in the description of the present application, terms such as "inside" and "outside" indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings. This is merely for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0045] In addition, optionally, in the description of this application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "connection" 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 those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0046] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of this application, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0047] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present disclosure. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0048] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present application and are not used to limit the present application.

[0049] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the key device in some schemes. Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of the key device in some schemes, Figure 3 The following are exploded diagrams of the key devices in some schemes. Figures 1 to 3 As shown, in some schemes, the smart terminal includes a button 121 set on the frame, a latch 160 slidably installed inside the smart terminal frame, and a magnet set on the latch 160. The position of the magnet changes with the change of the position of the latch 160. The Hall device is used to detect the change of the magnetic flux of the magnet and adjust the functional mode of the smart terminal. However, in actual use, the button 121 needs to be limited by the latch 160, and the latch 160 follows the sliding movement of the button 121. The latch 160 and the button 121 need to be tightly assembled. There is a risk that the latch 160 of the button 121 will be loose during long-term use, thereby affecting the sliding feel.

[0050] Therefore, the button device and smart terminal provided by the present application, through the setting of the button unit, the button and the elastic clip are both set on the shell, the button has a stop portion, and the elastic clip has a clip portion, wherein the stop portion and the clip portion are both located in the sliding groove, and the stop portion and the clip portion are clipped with each other, thereby making the operation of the smart terminal more convenient, enhancing the aesthetics of the appearance of the smart terminal, and improving the hand feel comfort when using the smart terminal; since the button and the elastic clip are both installed from the outside of the shell to the inside of the shell, the sealing of the entire shell can be guaranteed, the use of sealing rings can be reduced, the parts structure can be reduced, and the cost can be reduced.

[0051] To facilitate understanding, the application scenarios to which the embodiments of the present application are applicable are first described below.

[0052] The key device provided in the present application can be applied to an intelligent terminal, and the intelligent terminal can be an intelligent terminal of various forms. For example, the intelligent terminal described in the present application can include intelligent terminals such as mobile phones, tablet computers, laptop computers, PDAs, portable media players (PMPs), navigation devices, wearable devices, smart bracelets, pedometers, etc., as well as fixed terminals such as digital TVs and desktop computers.

[0053] The subsequent description will be illustrated by taking a smart terminal as an example, and those skilled in the art will understand that, in addition to components specifically used for mobile purposes, the construction according to the embodiments of the present application can also be applied to fixed-type terminals.

[0054] Based on the above-mentioned smart terminal and the structure of the button device in the smart terminal, various embodiments of the present application are proposed.

[0055] First embodiment

[0056] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the key device in the embodiment of the present application from a first perspective, Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the key device in the embodiment of the present application from a second viewing angle, Figure 6 is an exploded view of the key device in the embodiment of the present application from a first perspective, Figure 7 is an exploded view of the key device in the embodiment of the present application from a second perspective, Figure 8 It is a cross-sectional view of the key device in the embodiment of the present application.

[0057] like Figures 4 to 8 As shown, the embodiment of the present application provides a key device 100, including:

[0058] The housing 110 includes a sliding slot 114;

[0059] The button unit 120 includes a button 121 and an elastic clip 122. Part of the button 121 extends into the sliding groove 114 and moves along the length direction of the sliding groove 114. The elastic clip 122 is arranged on the shell 110. The elastic clip 122 has a clip part 1222. The clip part 1222 is located in the sliding groove 114. A stop part 1211 is provided on the side of the button 121 facing the sliding groove 114. The stop part 1211 has at least two stop positions. The at least two stop positions are used to match at least two functions of the button device 100.

[0060] Optionally, when the button 121 moves, the clamping portion 1222 stops at a stop position.

[0061] Optionally, the key device 100 provided in the embodiment of the present application is used in a smart terminal. Optionally, the smart terminal includes but is not limited to electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets, cameras, and game consoles. The present application does not limit the specific types of smart terminals. This specification takes the smart terminal as a mobile phone as an example for explanation.

[0062] Optionally, the housing 110 may be a shell of the key device 100, and the housing 110 may protect the key device 100. It may also be a shell of a smart terminal, and no further restrictions are imposed herein.

[0063] Optionally, the housing 110 is provided with a sliding slot 114 , and the button 121 can be inserted into the sliding slot 114 for pressing and sliding.

[0064] Optionally, the stop portion 1211 may have a plurality of different stop positions, and the embodiments of the present application do not impose any further limitations thereto.

[0065] Optionally, the embodiment of the present application is illustrated by taking three stop positions as an example, wherein when the elastic clip 122 is in the first stop position, the smart terminal is in the first working mode; when the elastic clip 122 is in the second stop position, the smart terminal is in the second working mode; when the elastic clip 122 is in the third stop position, the smart terminal is in the third working mode, and the first working mode, the second working mode and the third working mode are different from each other.

[0066] Optionally, the first stop position may be the position where the button 121 is located at the upper side of the sliding slot 114, the second stop position may be the position where the button 121 is located at the middle of the sliding slot 114, and the third stop position may be the position where the button 121 is located at the lower side of the sliding slot 114. Of course, the present application does not limit the arrangement of the first stop position, the second stop position, and the third stop position.

[0067] The button device 100 provided in the embodiment of the present application has a sliding groove 114 formed on the shell 110, and the elastic clip 122 is fixed on the shell 110, and the clip portion 1222 on the elastic clip 122 is located in the sliding groove 114. The button 121 extends into the sliding groove 114, so that the stop portion 1211 on the button 121 contacts the clip portion 1222. By pressing the sliding button 121, the clip portion 1222 can be clipped at different stop positions on the stop portion 1211, thereby allowing the smart terminal to be in different working modes.

[0068] Optionally, the button 121 can be a wave chip switch. The button 121 is electrically connected to the circuit board, and when the button 121 is pressed, the intelligent terminal can implement corresponding instructions, such as power on / off instructions, etc. Optionally, the button 121 is installed in the housing 110 and is arranged corresponding to the sliding slot 114.

[0069] In some embodiments, the button 121 has a first surface and a second surface. Optionally, when the user presses the first surface, the stop portion 1211 is arranged on the second surface. The first surface is located on the outside of the notch of the sliding groove 114, or is flush with the notch of the sliding groove 114, and the second surface extends into the sliding groove 114 so that the stop portion 1211 abuts against the clamping portion 1222.

[0070] Optionally, the button 121 is installed from the outside of the housing 110 into the sliding groove 114 , and the length of the first surface is greater than the length of the second surface, so that the button 121 is easy to move in the sliding groove 114 while ensuring the installation direction.

[0071] Optionally, the length of the sliding groove 114 is longer than the length of the button 121 , and the button 121 can slide in the sliding groove 114 along the length direction of the housing 110 .

[0072] In some embodiments, the first surface of the button 121 can be set to a relatively rough surface, such as a frosted surface or a concave-convex surface, so as to increase friction and facilitate the user to push the button 121 to slide in the sliding groove 114.

[0073] In some embodiments, the elastic clip 122 and the button 121 are respectively disposed on different sides of the housing 110 to ensure the compactness of the structures.

[0074] Through the above-mentioned arrangement, that is, through the arrangement of the button unit 120, the button 121 and the elastic clip 122 are both arranged on the shell 110, the button 121 has a stopper 1211, and the elastic clip 122 has a clipping portion 1222, wherein the stopper 1211 and the clipping portion 1222 are both located in the sliding groove 114, and the stopper 1211 and the clipping portion 1222 are clipped with each other, thereby making the operation of the smart terminal more convenient, enhancing the aesthetic appearance of the smart terminal, and improving the hand feel comfort when using the smart terminal; since the button 121 and the elastic clip 122 are both installed from the outside of the shell 110 to the inside of the shell 110, the sealing of the entire shell 110 can be guaranteed, the use of sealing rings can be reduced, the parts structure can be reduced, and the cost can be reduced.

[0075] Optionally, the button device 100 also includes a detection unit 130, the detection unit 130 includes a detection member 131 and a sensing member 132; one of the detection member 131 and the sensing member 132 is set on the button 121, and the other is set on the shell 110, and the sensing member 132 is used to detect the position of the detection member 131 relative to the sensing member 132 to determine the position of the button 121.

[0076] Optionally, that is, through the setting of the button unit 120 and the detection unit 130, a detection member 131 is provided on the button 121, and the button 121 installed inside the smart terminal is turned, and the position of the detection member 131 changes with the change of the position of the button 121; the sensing member 132 provided on the shell 110 changes the position of the detection member 131 through the position of the button 121, and the change of the position of the detection member 131 makes the distance between the detection member 131 and the sensing member 132 variable, and the sensing member 132 is used to detect the change of the distance between the detection member 131 and itself and adjust the functional mode of the smart terminal, so as to realize the conversion of multiple states and working modes; optionally, the button 121 has a stopper 1211, and the elastic clamping member 122 has a clamping member 1222, and the stopper 1211 and the clamping member 1222 are clamped with each other, so that the operation of the smart terminal is more convenient, the aesthetics of the appearance of the smart terminal is enhanced, and the hand comfort when the smart terminal is used is improved.

[0077] Optionally, the detection unit 130 can be electrically connected to the circuit board to transmit an electrical signal to the main board of the smart terminal. The detection unit 130 is used to detect the position of the button 121 when it slides in the sliding groove 114, so as to transmit its position signal to the main board of the smart terminal, thereby enabling the smart terminal to switch between different working modes.

[0078] Optionally, the detection member 131 can be installed on the button 121. Optionally, by pressing the sliding button 121, the button 121 moves in the sliding groove 114, and then the button 121 can drive the detection member 131 thereon to slide relative to the shell 110. The sensing member 132 can be installed on the shell 110. The sensing member 132 can sense the corresponding position information of the button 121 in the sliding groove 114 through the sliding of the detection member 131, and convert the position information into an electrical signal so that the smart terminal can make a corresponding response.

[0079] In another embodiment, the sensing element 132 can be installed on the button 121, and by pressing the sliding button 121, the button 121 moves in the sliding groove 114, and then the button 121 can drive the sensing element 132 thereon to slide relative to the shell 110; the detection element 131 can be installed on the shell 110, and there is a variable distance between the detection element 131 and the sensing element 132. The sensing element 132 senses the corresponding position information of the button 121 in the sliding groove 114 through the variable distance between the detection element 131 and the sensing element 132, and converts the position information into an electrical signal so that the smart terminal makes a corresponding response.

[0080] Optionally, the embodiment of the present application is described by taking the example that the detection element 131 can be installed on the button 121 and the sensing element 132 can be installed on the housing 110 .

[0081] In some embodiments, the detection member 131 and the button 121 may be connected in a detachable connection or a fixed connection, such as by bolts, buckles or hanging connections, and the embodiments of the present application are not too restrictive.

[0082] Optionally, the sensing element 132 and the housing 110 may be connected in a detachable connection manner or a fixed connection manner, such as a bolt, a snap or a hanging connection, and the embodiments of the present application do not impose any additional restrictions thereto.

[0083] Optionally, at least one of the following is included:

[0084] The detection member 131 and the stopper 1211 are respectively located on different sides of the button 121 facing the sliding slot 114;

[0085] The detection member 131 includes a magnetic member, and the induction member 132 includes a Hall detection element;

[0086] The detection member 131 is installed on the button 121;

[0087] The housing 110 defines a first installation opening 111 , and the sensor 132 is received and installed in the first installation opening 111 .

[0088] Optionally, the detection member 131 and the stopper 1211 are respectively located in the sliding groove 114 and on different sides of the button 121 to ensure the compactness of the structure.

[0089] In some embodiments, the structures of the detection element 131 and the sensing element 132 are the same or different. Specifically, the embodiments of the present application do not limit this.

[0090] Optionally, the detection member 131 and the induction member 132 may be magnets. Optionally, the detection member 131 is a magnet, and the induction member 132 may be a Hall device. The embodiment of the present application does not limit the specific types of the detection member 131 and the induction member 132.

[0091] Optionally, the detection member 131 may be a magnet, so that the induction member 132 may sense the position change of the detection member 131 to generate a corresponding electrical signal to trigger the mode of the smart terminal.

[0092] In some embodiments, the sensing element 132 and the detecting element 131 may not be limited to the combination of a Hall element and a magnet. The sensing element 132 may also be a distance sensor, and the detecting element 131 may be a component that can be sensed by the distance sensor. The position change of the detecting element 131 may also be sensed by the distance sensor, thereby generating a corresponding electrical signal to trigger the first mode of the smart terminal. It is only necessary for the sensing element 132 to generate a corresponding electrical signal through the position change of the detecting element 131 to trigger the first mode.

[0093] Optionally, by placing the button 121 at different positions in the sliding groove 114, the snap-fitting portion 1222 in the sliding groove 114 can be snapped at different stop positions of the stop portion 1211. When the button 121 moves, it drives the magnet to move, thereby changing the magnetic flux between the magnet and the Hall device, thereby adjusting different functional modes of the smart terminal according to the size of the magnetic flux sensed by the Hall device. The entire structure is simple, firm, and easy to assemble and disassemble.

[0094] Such a configuration can reduce the distance between the detection element 131 and the sensing element 132 and provide a better detection effect.

[0095] In some embodiments, the sensing element 132 can be installed into the first installation opening 111 by means of screws or buckles, so as to facilitate its later maintenance.

[0096] Optionally, the stop portion 1211 has at least two stop grooves connected along the moving direction of the button 121 , the notches of the stop grooves face the clamping portion 1222 , and different stop grooves correspond to different stop positions.

[0097] Optionally, the clamping portion 1222 can be clamped in different stopping grooves on the stopping portion 1211, thereby enabling the smart terminal to be in different working modes.

[0098] When the clamping portion 1222 is in the first stop position, the detection member 131 and the sensing member 132 cooperate to detect the position of the button 121 and convert its position information into an electrical signal, so that the smart terminal is converted to the first working mode, which can be a mode in which the smart terminal is in a silent state.

[0099] Optionally, when the clamping portion 1222 is clamped into the second stop position, the detecting member 131 moves along with the sliding of the button 121, and the positions of the sensing member 132 and the elastic clamping member 122 remain unchanged, and the two cooperate to detect the position information of the button 121, so that the smart terminal is switched to the second working mode. The second working mode can be a mode in which the smart terminal is in a normal state, or a mode in a ringing state.

[0100] Optionally, when the clamping portion 1222 is clamped to the third stop position, the detecting member 131 follows the button 121 to move to the third stop position, and cooperates with the sensing member 132 to detect the position information of the button 121, so that the smart terminal is converted to the third working mode. The third working mode can be a mode in which the smart terminal is in a vibrating state.

[0101] Optionally, the first working mode, the second working mode and the third working mode can also be used for conversion of other functional states. This application takes the silent mode, the normal mode and the vibration mode as examples for explanation, and this application does not make specific restrictions on this. Of course, it can also be used for the mode of turning up or down the sound, and there is no excessive restriction here.

[0102] Optionally, the button device 100 further includes a limiting unit 140 , which is mounted on the housing 110 . The limiting unit 140 includes a limiting portion 141 , which is configured to abut against a side wall of the button 121 to prevent the button 121 from escaping from the sliding slot 114 .

[0103] Optionally, the setting of the limiting unit 140 is to match the installation method of the button 121 from the outside to the inside of the shell 110. The limiting part 141 and the side wall of the button 121 are abutted against each other, thereby preventing the button 121 from escaping from the sliding groove 114, thereby improving the working stability of the button 121.

[0104] Optionally, the limiting unit 140 further includes a mounting portion 142, the mounting portion 142 is connected to the limiting portion 141, the housing 110 is provided with a second mounting opening 112, the second mounting opening 112 is communicated with the sliding groove 114, and the mounting portion 142 is mounted on the second mounting opening 112 so that the limiting portion 141 extends into the sliding groove 114;

[0105] The extending direction of the limiting portion 141 is consistent with the length direction of the sliding slot 114 . Along the moving direction of the button 121 , the length of the mounting portion 142 is greater than the length of the limiting portion 141 .

[0106] Optionally, the mounting portion 142 is used to be installed at the second mounting opening 112 , thereby improving the installation stability of the limiting portion 141 and ensuring that the limiting portion 141 provides strength when blocking the button 121 .

[0107] In some embodiments, the mounting portion 142 and the limiting portion 141 are connected in an integrated manner. In other embodiments, the mounting portion 142 and the limiting portion 141 may also be connected in other manners. As long as the connection method can fix the mounting portion 142 and the limiting portion 141, the purpose of this embodiment can be achieved. Here, there is no restriction on the connection method between the mounting portion 142 and the limiting portion 141.

[0108] Optionally, the button 121 has a limiting groove 1214, the limiting portion 141 is inserted into the limiting groove 1214, and the limiting groove 1214 moves along the extension direction of the limiting portion 141; and / or, the limiting groove 1214 and the stop portion 1211 are respectively located on opposite sides of the button 121.

[0109] Optionally, by matching the limit slot 1214 and the limit portion 141, when the button 121 moves along the first direction, that is, the button 121 is at different positions in the sliding slot 114, the clamping portion 1222 can be clamped at different stop positions of the stop portion 1211, thereby driving the magnet to move, thereby changing the magnetic flux between the magnet and the Hall device, so that different functional modes of the smart terminal can be adjusted according to the size of the magnetic flux sensed by the Hall device, and finally different functions are realized. At the same time, in the second direction, that is, the direction in which the button 121 is away from the limit slot 1214, because the limit portion 141 is clamped into the limit slot 1214, in the second direction, the button 121 will not be separated from the limit slot 1214, that is, the button 121 will not fall outside the shell 110, so as to improve the stability of the overall structure.

[0110] like Figure 6 As shown, A represents the first direction; B represents the second direction.

[0111] Optionally, the shell 110 defines a third mounting port 113; it also includes a connecting piece 150, the elastic clip 122 defines a first connecting hole 1221, the shell 110 defines a second connecting hole 115, the second connecting hole 115 is located in the third mounting port 113, and the connecting piece 150 passes through the first connecting hole 1221 and the second connecting hole 115 in sequence to allow the elastic clip 122 to be installed in the third mounting port 113.

[0112] Optionally, the third installation opening 113 and the connecting member 150 are provided for installing the elastic clamping member 122 to meet the installation strength of the elastic clamping member 122 .

[0113] In the embodiment of the present application, considering the cost of the connecting member 150, the connecting member 150 can be a threaded fastener. Correspondingly, a first connecting hole 1221 is opened on the elastic clip 122. The first connecting hole 1221 can be a threaded hole. The connecting member 150 can pass through the first connecting hole 1221 and can be adjusted to the fixed and disassembled states by tightening or loosening.

[0114] Optionally, the housing 110 is provided with a second connection hole 115 , which may also be a threaded hole. The connection member 150 may pass through the first connection hole 1221 , and the fixing and disassembly states may be adjusted by tightening or loosening.

[0115] Optionally, the connecting member 150 passes through the first connecting hole 1221 and the second connecting hole 115 in sequence and is tightened, thereby fixing the elastic clip 122 to the shell 110. Of course, when the elastic clip 122 needs to be removed, it is only necessary to loosen the connecting member 150 and then take the connecting member 150 out of the second connecting hole 115 and the first connecting hole 1221 in sequence.

[0116] Optionally, the button 121 includes a pressing portion 1212 and a abutment portion 1213, and the pressing portion 1212 is configured to drive the abutment portion 1213 to move in the sliding groove 114 when pressed; the stop portion 1211 is arranged on the abutment portion 1213, and along the moving direction of the button 121, the length of the pressing portion 1212 is greater than the length of the abutment portion 1213.

[0117] Optionally, the pressing portion 1212 and the abutting portion 1213 are connected to each other. When the user presses the pressing portion 1212 to make the pressing portion 1212 move along the length direction of the sliding groove 114, the abutting portion 1213 is driven to move synchronously, thereby driving the stop portion 1211 provided on the abutting portion 1213 to move, so that the clamping portion 1222 can be clamped at different stop positions on the stop portion 1211, thereby allowing the smart terminal to be in different working modes.

[0118] In some embodiments, the pressing portion 1212 and the abutting portion 1213 are connected in an integral manner. In other embodiments, the pressing portion 1212 and the abutting portion 1213 may also be connected in other manners. As long as the pressing portion 1212 and the abutting portion 1213 can be fixedly connected, the purpose of this embodiment can be achieved. Here, there is no restriction on the connection method between the pressing portion 1212 and the abutting portion 1213.

[0119] The key device provided in the embodiment of the present application includes a shell, the shell includes a sliding groove; a key unit includes a key and an elastic clip, part of the key extends into the sliding groove, and moves along the length direction of the sliding groove, the elastic clip is arranged on the shell, the elastic clip has a clip part, the clip part is located in the sliding groove, a stop part is provided on the side of the key facing the sliding groove, the stop part has at least two stop positions, and the at least two stop positions are used to match at least two functions of the key device, when the key moves, the clip part stops at the stop position.

[0120] Through the setting of the button unit and the detection unit, a detection piece is arranged on the button, and the position of the detection piece changes with the change of the button position by turning the button installed inside the smart terminal; the sensing piece arranged on the shell changes the position of the detection piece through the position of the button, and the change of the position of the detection piece makes the distance between the detection piece and the sensing piece variable, and the sensing piece is used to detect the change of the distance between the detection piece and itself and adjust the functional mode of the smart terminal, so as to realize the conversion of multiple states and working modes; optionally, a stopper is provided on the button, and a clamping part is provided on the elastic clamping piece, and the stopper and the clamping part are clamped with each other, so that the operation of the smart terminal is more convenient, the aesthetic appearance of the smart terminal is enhanced, and the hand feel comfort when the smart terminal is used is improved.

[0121] Second embodiment

[0122] The smart terminal provided in the embodiment of the present application includes the above-mentioned button device 100.

[0123] The smart terminal of this embodiment can be any device with communication and storage functions, such as: tablet computers, mobile phones, e-readers, remote controllers, personal computers (PCs), laptops, vehicle-mounted devices, network televisions, wearable devices and other smart devices with network functions. In addition, the smart terminal of this embodiment can include the above-mentioned key device 100.

[0124] In some embodiments, the smart terminal may also include multiple modules (not shown in the figure). The multiple modules of the smart terminal may include but are not limited to a main board, a processor, a memory, a battery, a camera module, an earpiece module, a speaker module, a microphone module, an antenna module, a sensor module, etc. The embodiments of the present application do not specifically limit the number, type, location, etc. of the modules of the smart terminal.

[0125] The smart terminal provided in the embodiment of the present application has a detection member arranged on the button through the arrangement of the button unit and the detection unit. When the button installed inside the smart terminal is turned, the position of the detection member changes with the change of the button position. The sensing member arranged in the shell changes the position of the detection member through the position of the button. The change of the position of the detection member makes the distance between the detection member and the sensing member variable. The sensing member is used to detect the change of the distance between the detection member and itself and adjust the functional mode of the smart terminal, so as to realize the conversion of multiple states and working modes. Optionally, the button has a stopper and the elastic snap-in member has a snap-in member. The stopper and the snap-in member are snap-connected to each other, thereby making the operation of the smart terminal more convenient, enhancing the aesthetics of the appearance of the smart terminal, and improving the hand comfort when using the smart terminal.

[0126] Optionally, the subsequent description will take the smart terminal in this application as an example to illustrate the smart terminal. Those skilled in the art will understand that, in addition to components specifically used for mobile purposes, the construction according to the implementation manner of the present application can also be applied to fixed type terminals.

[0127] Fig. 9 This is a schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a smart terminal that implements each embodiment of the present application. Fig. 9The smart terminal 200 may include: RF (Radio Frequency) unit 201, WiFi module 202, audio output unit 203, A / V (audio / video) input unit 204, sensor 205, display unit 206, user input unit 207, interface unit 208, memory 209, processor 210, power supply 211 and other components. Those skilled in the art can understand that Fig. 9 The structure of the smart terminal shown in the figure does not constitute a limitation on the smart terminal. The smart terminal may include more or fewer components than shown in the figure, or combine certain components, or arrange the components differently.

[0128] Combine the following Fig. 9 A detailed introduction to each component of the smart terminal:

[0129] The radio frequency unit 201 can be used for receiving and sending signals during information transmission or calls. Specifically, after receiving the downlink information of the base station, it is sent to the processor 210 for processing; in addition, the uplink data is sent to the base station. Generally, the radio frequency unit 201 includes but is not limited to an antenna, at least one amplifier, a transceiver, a coupler, a low noise amplifier, a duplexer, etc. In addition, the radio frequency unit 201 can also communicate with the network and other devices through wireless communication. The above-mentioned wireless communication may use any communication standard or protocol, including but not limited to GSM (Global System of Mobile Communications), GPRS (Generic Packet Radio Service), CDMA2000 (Code Division Multiple Access 2000), WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access), TD-SCDMA (Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access), FDD-LTE (Frequency Division Duplexing-Long Term Evolution), TDD-LTE (Time Division Duplexing-Long Term Evolution), 5G and 6G, etc.

[0130] WiFi is a short-range wireless transmission technology. The smart terminal can help users send and receive emails, browse web pages, and access streaming media through the WiFi module 202. It provides users with wireless broadband Internet access. Fig. 9 The WiFi module 202 is shown, but it is understandable that it is not a necessary component of the smart terminal and can be omitted as needed without changing the essence of the utility model.

[0131] The audio output unit 203 can convert the audio data received by the RF unit 201 or the WiFi module 202 or stored in the memory 209 into an audio signal and output it as sound when the smart terminal 200 is in a call signal receiving mode, a call mode, a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, a broadcast receiving mode, etc. Moreover, the audio output unit 203 can also provide audio output related to a specific function performed by the smart terminal 200 (for example, a call signal receiving sound, a message receiving sound, etc.). The audio output unit 203 may include a speaker, a buzzer, etc.

[0132] The A / V input unit 204 is used to receive audio or video signals. The A / V input unit 204 may include a graphics processor (GPU) 2041 and a microphone 2042, wherein the graphics processor 2041 processes the image data of a static picture or video obtained by an image capture device (such as a camera) in a video capture mode or an image capture mode. The processed image frame may be displayed on the display unit 206. The image frame processed by the graphics processor 2041 may be stored in the memory 209 (or other storage medium) or sent via the radio frequency unit 201 or the WiFi module 202. The microphone 2042 may receive sound (audio data) via the microphone 2042 in a telephone call mode, a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, and the like, and may process such sound into audio data. The processed audio (voice) data may be converted into a format output that can be sent to a mobile communication base station via the radio frequency unit 201 in the case of a telephone call mode. The microphone 2042 may implement various types of noise elimination (or suppression) algorithms to eliminate (or suppress) noise or interference generated in the process of receiving and sending audio signals.

[0133] The smart terminal 200 also includes at least one sensor 205, such as a light sensor, a motion sensor, and other sensors. Optionally, the light sensor includes an ambient light sensor and a proximity sensor. Optionally, the ambient light sensor can adjust the brightness of the display panel 2061 according to the brightness of the ambient light, and the proximity sensor can turn off the display panel 2061 and / or the backlight when the smart terminal 200 is moved to the ear. As a type of motion sensor, the accelerometer sensor can detect the magnitude of acceleration in all directions (generally three axes), and can detect the magnitude and direction of gravity when stationary. It can be used for applications that identify the posture of the mobile phone (such as horizontal and vertical screen switching, related games, magnetometer posture calibration), vibration recognition related functions (such as pedometer, tapping), etc.; as for other sensors that can also be configured on the mobile phone, such as fingerprint sensors, pressure sensors, iris sensors, molecular sensors, gyroscopes, barometers, hygrometers, thermometers, infrared sensors, etc., they will not be repeated here.

[0134] The display unit 206 is used to display information input by the user or information provided to the user. The display unit 206 may include a display panel 2061, which may be configured in the form of a liquid crystal display (LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), or the like.

[0135] The user input unit 207 can be used to receive input digital or character information, and to generate key signal input related to the user settings and function control of the intelligent terminal. Optionally, the user input unit 207 may include a touch panel 2071 and other input devices 2072. The touch panel 2071, also known as a touch screen, can collect the user's touch operation on or near it (such as the user's operation on the touch panel 2071 or near the touch panel 2071 using any suitable object or accessory such as a finger, stylus, etc.), and drive the corresponding connection device according to a pre-set program. The touch panel 2071 may include two parts: a touch detection device and a touch controller. Optionally, the touch detection device detects the user's touch orientation, detects the signal brought by the touch operation, and transmits the signal to the touch controller; the touch controller receives the touch information from the touch detection device, converts it into the contact point coordinates, and then sends it to the processor 210, and can receive and execute the command sent by the processor 210. In addition, the touch panel 2071 can be implemented in various types such as resistive, capacitive, infrared, and surface acoustic waves. In addition to the touch panel 2071, the user input unit 207 may further include other input devices 2072. Optionally, the other input devices 2072 may include, but are not limited to, one or more of a physical keyboard, a function key (such as a volume control key, a switch key, etc.), a trackball, a mouse, a joystick, etc., which are not specifically limited here.

[0136] Optionally, the touch panel 2071 may cover the display panel 2061. When the touch panel 2071 detects a touch operation on or near it, it transmits the information to the processor 210 to determine the type of the touch event. Then, the processor 210 provides a corresponding visual output on the display panel 2061 according to the type of the touch event. Fig. 9 In the figure, the touch panel 2071 and the display panel 2061 are used as two independent components to realize the input and output functions of the smart terminal. However, in some embodiments, the touch panel 2071 and the display panel 2061 can be integrated to realize the input and output functions of the smart terminal, which is not limited here.

[0137] The interface unit 208 is used as an interface through which at least one external device can be connected to the smart terminal 200. For example, the external device may include a wired or wireless headset port, an external power supply (or battery charger) port, a wired or wireless data port, a memory card port, a port for connecting a device with an identification module, an audio input / output (I / O) port, a video I / O port, a headphone port, etc. The interface unit 208 may be used to receive input (e.g., data information, power, etc.) from an external device and transmit the received input to one or more elements within the smart terminal 200 or may be used to transmit data between the smart terminal 200 and an external device.

[0138] The memory 209 can be used to store software programs and various data. The memory 209 can mainly include a program storage area and a data storage area. Optionally, the program storage area can store an operating system, an application required for at least one function (such as a sound playback function, an image playback function, etc.), etc.; the data storage area can store data created according to the use of the mobile phone (such as audio data, a phone book, etc.), etc. In addition, the memory 209 can include a high-speed random access memory, and can also include a non-volatile memory, such as at least one disk storage device, a flash memory device, or other volatile solid-state storage devices.

[0139] The processor 210 is the control center of the smart terminal. It uses various interfaces and lines to connect various parts of the entire smart terminal. It executes various functions of the smart terminal and processes data by running or executing software programs and / or modules stored in the memory 209, and calling data stored in the memory 209, so as to monitor the smart terminal as a whole. The processor 210 may include one or more processing units; preferably, the processor 210 may integrate an application processor and a modem processor. Optionally, the application processor mainly processes the operating system, user interface, and application programs, and the modem processor mainly processes wireless communications. It is understandable that the above-mentioned modem processor may not be integrated into the processor 210.

[0140] The intelligent terminal 200 may also include a power supply 211 (such as a battery) for supplying power to various components. Preferably, the power supply 211 may be logically connected to the processor 210 through a power management system, thereby implementing functions such as charging, discharging, and power consumption management through the power management system.

[0141] although Fig. 9 Not shown, the smart terminal 200 may also include a Bluetooth module, etc., which will not be described in detail here.

[0142] It is understood that the above scenarios are only examples and do not constitute a limitation on the application scenarios of the technical solutions provided in the embodiments of the present application. The technical solutions of the present application can also be applied to other scenarios. For example, it is known to those skilled in the art that with the evolution of the system architecture and the emergence of new business scenarios, the technical solutions provided in the embodiments of the present application are also applicable to similar technical problems.

[0143] The serial numbers of the above-mentioned embodiments of the present application are for description only and do not represent the advantages or disadvantages of the embodiments.

[0144] The units in the device of the embodiment of the present application can be merged, divided and deleted according to actual needs.

[0145] In the present application, the same or similar terminology concepts, technical solutions and / or application scenario descriptions are generally described in detail only the first time they appear. When they appear again later, they are generally not repeated for the sake of brevity. When understanding the technical solutions and other contents of the present application, for the same or similar terminology concepts, technical solutions and / or application scenario descriptions that are not described in detail later, reference can be made to the previous related detailed descriptions.

[0146] In the present application, the description of each embodiment has its own emphasis. For parts that are not described or recorded in detail in a certain embodiment, reference can be made to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0147] The various technical features of the technical solution of the present application can be arbitrarily combined. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the various technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of the present application.

[0148] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present application, and are not intended to limit the patent scope of the present application. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made using the contents of the present application specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A key device, characterized in that: include: a housing, the housing comprising a sliding slot; A key unit, the key unit comprising a key and an elastic clamping member, part of the key extends into the sliding slot and moves along the length direction of the sliding slot; the elastic clamping member is arranged on the housing, the elastic clamping member has a clamping portion, the clamping portion is located in the sliding slot, a stopper is arranged on the side of the key facing the sliding slot, the stopper has at least two stopper positions, and at least two stopper positions are used to match at least two functions of the key device; the key has a first surface and a second surface, the user presses the first surface, the stopper is arranged on the second surface, and the length of the first surface is greater than the length of the second surface; A limiting unit, wherein the limiting unit is installed on the shell, and the limiting unit includes a limiting portion and a mounting portion, wherein the mounting portion is connected to the limiting portion; the shell is provided with a second mounting opening, wherein the second mounting opening is communicated with the sliding groove, and the mounting portion is mounted on the second mounting opening so that the limiting portion extends into the sliding groove; an extension direction of the limiting portion is consistent with a length direction of the sliding groove, and along the moving direction of the button, a length of the mounting portion is greater than a length of the limiting portion; the button has a limiting groove, wherein the limiting portion is inserted into the limiting groove, and the limiting groove moves along an extension direction of the limiting portion.

2. The key device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The key device further comprises a detection unit, and the detection unit comprises a detection element and a sensing element; One of the detection member and the sensing member is arranged on the button, and the other is arranged on the housing. The sensing member is used to detect the position of the detection member relative to the sensing member to determine the position of the button.

3. The key device according to claim 2, characterized in that: Include at least one of the following: The detection member and the stopper are respectively located on different sides of the button facing the sliding slot; The detection element includes a magnetic element, and the induction element includes a Hall detection element; The detection element is installed on the button; The shell body is provided with a first installation opening, and the induction component is accommodated and installed in the first installation opening.

4. The key device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stop portion has at least two stop grooves connected along the moving direction of the key, the notches of the stop grooves face the clamping portion, and different stop grooves correspond to different stop positions; When the button moves, the clamping portion stops at the stop position.

5. The key device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting groove and the stopping portion are respectively located on two opposite sides of the button.

6. The key device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The shell has a third installation opening; It also includes a connecting piece, the elastic clip has a first connecting hole, the shell has a second connecting hole, the second connecting hole is located in the third installation port, and the connecting piece passes through the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole in sequence so that the elastic clip is installed in the third installation port.

7. The key device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The button comprises a pressing portion and an abutting portion, wherein the pressing portion is configured to drive the abutting portion to move in the sliding groove when pressed; The stop portion is arranged on the abutting portion, and along the moving direction of the key, the length of the pressing portion is greater than the length of the abutting portion.

8. An intelligent terminal, characterized in that: include: A key device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 7.

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