Locator for internet of things

Abstract

The utility model provides an Internet of Things locator, which comprises a shell, a first accommodating cavity and a second accommodating cavity are arranged in the shell, a battery compartment is arranged in the first accommodating cavity, a P CB plate is mounted in the second accommodating cavity, and the shell is provided with a vent hole in the side wall of the end where the second accommodating cavity is located. A waterproof breathable film is arranged on the inner wall side, where the vent holes are located, of the shell. The cover body is connected with the shell, and a sealing ring is arranged between the shell and the cover body. Through the arrangement that the through hole is matched with the waterproof breathable film, the waterproof performance can be considered while the equipment monitors the surrounding environment condition, the physical partition is arranged between the battery bin and the PCB, electromagnetic interference on electronic elements on the PCB when the battery works is reduced, and the running stability of the equipment is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of logistics transportation, and particularly to an Internet of Things locator. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of the economy, Internet of Things locators are increasingly widely used in fields such as positioning, tracking, and data collection. Internet of Things locators are widely used in fields such as logistics management, asset tracking, and environmental monitoring. However, existing Internet of Things locators have some deficiencies in actual use and are difficult to fully meet the needs of users:

[0003] 1. When existing Internet of Things locators implement the waterproof function, it is often difficult to simultaneously monitor the real-time environmental conditions, which limits the practicality of the device.

[0004] 2. The existing Internet of Things locators have a short battery life, and the need to frequently replace batteries or charge increases, bringing inconvenience to users.

[0005] 3. The batteries of existing Internet of Things locators coexist closely with the precise electronic components on the PCB board. This layout easily causes the electromagnetic interference generated by the battery during operation to affect the normal operation of the electronic components, reducing the stability and reliability of the device, and thus affecting the accuracy of data and the working efficiency of the device.

[0006] 4. Existing Internet of Things locators usually adopt a split structure. Due to the gap between the cover and the housing, it is difficult to achieve an ideal sealing effect, and the waterproof performance is weak. Summary of the Utility Model

[0007] To solve the above problems, this application proposes an Internet of Things locator. Through the setting of a waterproof and breathable membrane, the device can take into account the waterproof performance while monitoring the surrounding environmental conditions. Through the setting of an insulating sheet, the device in the standby state does not consume power, and the capacity of the battery compartment is increased, enhancing the battery life of the device. By setting a physical partition between the battery compartment and the PCB board, the electromagnetic interference of the battery during operation on the electronic components on the PCB board is effectively reduced. Through the design of an embedded cover, a tight fit is formed between the cover and the housing. With the tightening of bolts, the existence of gaps is reduced, and the sealing performance of the device is improved.

[0008] To achieve the above object, the specific technical solution of the present utility model is as follows:

[0009] This application proposes an Internet of Things locator, including: a housing, a first accommodation cavity and a second accommodation cavity are provided inside the housing, a battery compartment is arranged in the first accommodation cavity, a PCB board is installed in the second accommodation cavity, the housing has a ventilation hole on the side wall at the end where the second accommodation cavity is located, and a waterproof and breathable membrane is arranged on the inner wall side at the position of the ventilation hole;

[0010] The cover body includes a main body part, a first protruding part and a second protruding part. The first protruding part is connected to one end of the main body part and protrudes perpendicular to the main body part. The second protruding part is connected to one side of the main body part and protrudes perpendicular to the main body part. The cover body is connected to the housing, and a sealing ring is provided between the housing and the cover body.

[0011] Further, a control module, a positioning module, a communication module, an LED indicator, an RFID module and a sensor module are integrated on the PCB board.

[0012] Further, a light guide plate is provided on the first protruding part. The size of the light guide plate is smaller than that of the first protruding part and penetrates through the first protruding part.

[0013] Further, a baffle is provided between the first accommodation cavity and the second accommodation cavity, and the baffle is integrally formed with the housing.

[0014] Further, bolt holes are provided at the four corners and the middle position of the first accommodation cavity and one end of the second accommodation cavity, and fixing holes penetrating through the housing are provided on the left and right sides of the second accommodation cavity.

[0015] Further, bolt through holes and fixing through holes corresponding to the positions of the bolt holes and the fixing holes are provided on the cover body, and an insertion piece hole is also provided on the cover body.

[0016] Further, a positive electrode elastic piece and a negative electrode elastic piece are provided in the battery compartment. A battery is installed between the positive electrode elastic piece and the negative electrode elastic piece. A current isolation piece is provided at the positive end of the battery. The current isolation piece passes through the insertion piece hole and is inserted between the battery and the positive electrode elastic piece, and a waterproof structure is provided between the current isolation piece and the insertion piece hole.

[0017] Further, a groove is provided on the inner wall of the bottom end of the housing. The cross section of the groove is L-shaped. The size of the cover body is smaller than that of the housing. The cover body is embedded in the bottom of the housing through the groove.

[0018] Further, the housing and the cover body are rectangular, and the width of the housing is 20 mm to 40 mm.

[0019] Further, the housing, the cover body and the current isolation piece are made of plastic material, and the light guide plate is made of acrylic material with good light transmittance.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution provided by this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0021] 1. By providing the ventilation holes and the waterproof and breathable film, and cooperating with the various modules integrated on the PCB board, the device can collect the environmental condition information of the area where it is located in real time on the premise of meeting the waterproof requirements of the device, improving the practicability of the device.

[0022] 2. By using an insulating sheet to prevent the electrical connection of the battery, the battery power is not consumed during standby. When the device needs to be activated, only need to unplug the insulating sheet to conduct the circuit, meeting the requirements of the Internet of Things locator for energy conservation and convenience.

[0023] 3. By arranging a baffle between the first accommodating cavity and the second accommodating cavity, the electromagnetic interference of the battery during operation on the electronic components on the PCB board is reduced, ensuring the normal operation of the electronic components on the PCB board, and improving the stability and reliability of the device operation.

[0024] 4. Through the design of the embedded cover body, a tight fit is formed between the cover body and the housing, reducing the existence of gaps, improving the sealing performance of the device, and making the device have better waterproof performance. Description of the Drawings

[0025] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an Internet of Things locator of the present utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 It is a side top view of the housing of an Internet of Things locator of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 3 It is a side top view of the cover body of an Internet of Things locator of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 It is a side view of an Internet of Things locator of the present utility model;

[0029] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of an Internet of Things locator of the present utility model.

[0030] Reference Signs:

[0031] 1. Housing; 1-1. First accommodating cavity; 1-1-1. Positive elastic piece; 1-1-2. Negative elastic piece; 1-2. Second accommodating cavity; 1-3. Ventilation hole; 1-4. Light guide plate; 1-5. Groove; 1-6. Sealing ring; 2. Cover body; 2-1. Body part; 2-2. First protruding part; 2-3. Second protruding part; 3. Battery compartment; 3-1. Battery; 4. PCB board; 5. Insulating sheet; 6. Baffle; 7. Bolt hole; 8. Fixing hole; 9. Bolt through hole; 10. Fixing through hole; 11. Insertion piece hole. Detailed Embodiment

[0032] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present application, where the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements with the same or similar functions throughout. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0033] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of the present application are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement conditions between components in a specific posture (as shown in the accompanying drawings). If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0034] In addition, the descriptions involving "first", "second", etc. in the present application are only for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In addition, the technical solutions between various embodiments can be combined with each other, but it must be based on the ability of those of ordinary skill in the art to implement. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the protection scope required by the present invention.

[0035] As Figures 1 to 5 shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides an Internet of Things locator, including: a housing 1, a first accommodation cavity 1-1 and a second accommodation cavity 1-2 are provided inside the housing 1, a battery compartment 3 is arranged in the first accommodation cavity 1-1, a PCB board 4 is installed in the second accommodation cavity 1-2, the housing 1 has a ventilation hole 1-3 on the side wall at the end where the second accommodation cavity 1-2 is located, and a waterproof breathable film 1-3-1 is arranged on the inner wall side at the position of the ventilation hole 1-3; a cover body 2, including a main body part 2-1, a first protruding part 2-2 and a second protruding part 2-3, the first protruding part 2-2 is connected to one end of the main body part 2-1 and protrudes perpendicular to the main body part 2-1, the second protruding part 2-3 is connected to one side of the main body part 2-1 and protrudes perpendicular to the main body part 2-1, the cover body 2 is connected to the housing 1, and a sealing ring 1-6 is arranged between the housing 1 and the cover body 2;

[0036] The second protruding part 2-3 provided on the cover body 2 serves as a pry bar, which can make it more convenient for users to disassemble the embedded cover body 2 from the housing 1.

[0037] Preferably, a control module, a positioning module, an RFID module, a sensor module, a communication module, and an LED indicator are integrated on the PCB board 4. The control module, as the core processing unit of the device, is connected to each of the other modules through signal lines. The positioning module is connected to the communication module through a signal line.

[0038] The control module is responsible for receiving data from the positioning module, the sensor module, and the RFID module, processing and analyzing it, and then sending information through the communication module. In addition, the control module is also responsible for executing specific logical controls, such as detecting power consumption, triggering the LED indicator to give warning signals, etc.

[0039] The positioning module is responsible for obtaining the location information of the device, transmitting the obtained location information to the communication module, and sending the data to a remote server or a user terminal through the communication module.

[0040] The RFID module is responsible for reading and writing RFID tag information, identifying nearby RFID tags, and transmitting the read tag information to the control module for further processing; users can also write new data into the RFID tag according to needs to update the tag information.

[0041] The sensor module is responsible for monitoring the environmental conditions around the device, including temperature, humidity, and pressure, and sending the collected information to the control module for further processing.

[0042] The communication module is responsible for data transmission between the device and an external system, sending the location information, the environmental data information processed by the control module, and the information read by the RFID to a remote server or a user terminal; or receiving operation instructions sent by the remote server or the user terminal and transmitting them to the control module for execution.

[0043] The LED indicator is used to provide visual feedback of the device. It is installed at the end position close to the housing 1, and the light passes through the light guide plate 1-4 to show the current working state and abnormal state of the device to the user. According to the instructions of the control module, the LED indicator regularly flashes yellow light to prompt the user that the device is in a waiting-to-be-activated state; it stays on green to prompt the user that the device is in a normal working state; it stays on red to prompt the user that the device is in a low-power state.

[0044] Preferably, a light guide plate 1-4 is provided on the first protrusion 2-2. The size of the light guide plate 1-4 is smaller than that of the first protrusion 2-2 and penetrates through the first protrusion 2-2.

[0045] The light of the LED indicator can pass through the light guide plate 1-4 to display the current working status and abnormal status of the device to the user. The LED indicator flashes yellow regularly to prompt the user that the device is in a waiting-to-be-activated state; it stays on green to prompt the user that the device is in a normal working state; it stays on red to prompt the user that the device is in a low-battery state. The light guide plate 1-4 is embedded into the first protruding part 2-2 by secondary injection molding, or can also be embedded into the first protruding part 2-2 by bonding, ensuring the sealing between the light guide plate 1-4 and the first protruding part 2-2 and preventing water from entering the device through this joint.

[0046] Preferably, a baffle 6 is provided between the first accommodating cavity 1-1 and the second accommodating cavity 1-2, and the baffle 6 is integrally formed with the housing 1.

[0047] By providing the baffle 6 between the first accommodating cavity 1-1 and the second accommodating cavity 1-2, the electromagnetic interference of the battery during operation on the electronic components on the PCB board 4 is reduced, ensuring the normal operation of the electronic components on the PCB board 4 and improving the stability and reliability of the device operation.

[0048] Preferably, bolt holes 7 are provided at the four corners and the middle position of the first accommodating cavity 1-1 and at one end of the second accommodating cavity 1-2, and fixing holes 8 penetrating the housing 1 are provided on the left and right sides of the second accommodating cavity 1-2.

[0049] Preferably, the cover body 2 has bolt through holes 9 and fixing through holes 10 corresponding to the positions of the bolt holes 7 and the fixing holes 8, and an insertion piece hole 11 is also provided on the cover body 2.

[0050] The fixing hole 8 is used to fix the Internet of Things locator on the tray. The tray is usually made of a wooden tray. After using a self-tapping screw to pass through the fixing hole 8, it can be nailed on the tray to connect the Internet of Things locator with the tray. The Internet of Things locator is transported together with the tray and the goods, and obtains location information through the positioning module and sends it to the background regularly through the communication module, facilitating the user to query the logistics information.

[0051] Preferably, a positive electrode elastic piece 1-1-1 and a negative electrode elastic piece 1-1-2 are provided in the battery compartment 3. A battery 3-1 is installed between the positive electrode elastic piece 1-1-1 and the negative electrode elastic piece 1-1-2. An insulating sheet 5 is provided at the positive end of the battery 3-1. The insulating sheet 5 passes through the insertion piece hole 11 and is inserted between the battery 3-1 and the positive electrode elastic piece 1-1-1, and a waterproof structure is provided between the insulating sheet 5 and the insertion piece hole 11.

[0052] When the Internet of Things locator is in the standby state, the user can pass the insulating sheet 5 through the insertion hole 11, and insert the insulating sheet 5 between the battery 3-1 and the positive electrode elastic sheet 1-1-1. By means of the insulating sheet 5, the electrical connection of the battery 3-1 is blocked. At this time, the circuit is not conducting, and the battery 3-1 power is not consumed, so it can be in the standby state for a long time. When the Internet of Things locator needs to be activated, the insulating sheet 5 is removed, and the batteries 3-1 are connected in series with each other to provide a stable power supply for the PCB board 4, and the Internet of Things locator starts to work.

[0053] Preferably, a groove 1-5 is provided on the inner wall of the bottom end of the housing 1. The cross section of the groove 1-5 is L-shaped. The size of the cover 2 is smaller than that of the housing 1, and the cover 2 is embedded in the bottom of the housing 1 through the groove 1-5.

[0054] Through the design of the embedded cover, a tight fit is formed between the cover 2 and the housing 1, reducing the existence of gaps, improving the sealing performance of the device, and enabling the device to have better waterproof performance.

[0055] Preferably, the housing 1 and the cover 2 are rectangular, and the width of the housing 1 is 20 mm to 40 mm.

[0056] The housing 1 is rectangular, and the width of the housing 1 is 20 mm to 40 mm, so that the Internet of Things locator can be fixed between the wooden boards of the wooden pallet and transported together with the goods.

[0057] Preferably, the housing 1, the cover 2 and the insulating sheet 5 are made of plastic material, and the light guide plate 1-4 is made of acrylic material with good light transmittance.

[0058] The overall device made of plastic material can reduce the weight of the device, and the plastic material has better wear resistance.

[0059] The above is the preferred embodiment of the present invention. It should be noted that for those of ordinary skill in the art, without departing from the principle of the present invention, several improvements and retouches can be made, and these improvements and retouches are also regarded as the protection scope of the present invention.

[0060] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. For the sake of concise description, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as the combination of these technical features does not exist in contradiction, it should be considered as the scope described in this specification.

[0061] The above-described embodiments merely represent several implementation manners of the present application. The description thereof is relatively specific and detailed, but it should not be construed as a limitation to the patent scope of the present application. It should be noted that for those of ordinary skill in the art, without departing from the concept of the present application, several modifications and improvements can still be made, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the patent of the present application shall be subject to the appended claims.

Claims

1. An Internet of Things locator, characterized in that, Comprising: A housing (1) with a first accommodation chamber (1-1) and a second accommodation chamber (1-2) inside. A battery compartment (3) is arranged in the first accommodation chamber (1-1), and a PCB board (4) is installed in the second accommodation chamber (1-2). The housing (1) has a ventilation hole (1-3) on the side wall at the end where the second accommodation chamber (1-2) is located, and a waterproof breathable film is arranged on the inner wall side of the housing (1) where the ventilation hole (1-3) is located. A cover body (2), including a main body part (2-1), a first protruding part (2-2) and a second protruding part (2-3). The first protruding part (2-2) is connected to one end of the main body part (2-1) and protrudes perpendicular to the main body part (2-1). The second protruding part (2-3) is connected to one side of the main body part (2-1) and protrudes perpendicular to the main body part (2-1). The cover body (2) is connected to the housing (1), and a sealing ring (1-6) is arranged between the housing (1) and the cover body (2).

2. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCB board (4) is integrated with a control module, a positioning module, a communication module, an LED indicator, an RFID module and a sensor module.

3. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 1, wherein A light guide plate (1-4) is arranged on the first protruding part (2-2). The size of the light guide plate (1-4) is smaller than that of the first protruding part (2-2) and penetrates through the first protruding part (2-2).

4. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 1, characterized in that, A baffle (6) is arranged between the first accommodation chamber (1-1) and the second accommodation chamber (1-2), and the baffle (6) is integrally formed with the housing (1).

5. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 4, characterized in that, Bolt holes (7) are arranged at the four corners and the middle position of the first accommodation chamber (1-1) and one end of the second accommodation chamber (1-2). Fixing holes (8) penetrating through the housing (1) are arranged on the left and right sides of the second accommodation chamber (1-2).

6. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cover body (2) has bolt through holes (9) and fixing through holes (10) corresponding to the positions of the bolt holes (7) and the fixing holes (8). An insertion piece hole (11) is also arranged on the cover body (2).

7. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 1, characterized in that, A positive electrode elastic piece (1-1-1) and a negative electrode elastic piece (1-1-2) are arranged in the battery compartment (3). A battery (3-1) is installed between the positive electrode elastic piece (1-1-1) and the negative electrode elastic piece (1-1-2). An insulating sheet (5) is arranged at the positive end of the battery (3-1). The insulating sheet (5) passes through the insertion piece hole (11) and is inserted between the battery (3-1) and the positive electrode elastic piece (1-1-1), and a waterproof structure is arranged between the insulating sheet (5) and the insertion piece hole (11).

8. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 1, characterized in that, A groove (1-5) is arranged on the inner wall at the bottom end of the housing (1). The cross section of the groove (1-5) is L-shaped. The size of the cover body (2) is smaller than that of the housing (1), and the cover body (2) is embedded in the bottom of the housing (1) through the groove (1-5).

9. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 8, characterized in that, The housing (1) and the cover body (2) are rectangular, and the width of the housing (1) is 20 mm to 40 mm.

10. The Internet of Things locator according to claim 3, characterized in that, The housing (1), the cover body (2) and the insulating sheet (5) are made of plastic material, and the light guide plate (1-4) is made of acrylic material with good light transmittance.

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