Connecting assembly and electronic equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic equipment, in particular to a connecting assembly and electronic equipment. The connecting assembly provided by the utility model is used for connecting a first part and a second part, and comprises a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece, a clamping groove used for being connected with the first part in a clamped mode is formed in one end of the first connecting piece, and the other end of the first connecting piece penetrates out of the second part. The second connecting piece comprises a head, and the end, away from the head, of the second connecting piece is in threaded connection with the first connecting piece. During use, the clamping groove is clamped with the first part, so that the first connecting piece is connected with the first part; the first connecting piece penetrates through the second part and then is in threaded connection with the second connecting piece, connection of the first connecting piece and the second part can be achieved, the first part and the second part can be connected together, the structure is simple, and operation is convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This patent relates to the technical field of electronic equipment, and in particular to a connection component and electronic equipment. Background Art

[0002] Today's laptop designs are trending towards thinner, lighter, and lower-cost designs. However, SSD cards often extend outside the motherboard due to reduced surface area or space constraints. Currently, these varying lengths often create issues with interchangeable mounting methods during manufacturing. For consumers who want to replace SSD cards themselves, the conventional method is to add an additional bracket structure, which is complex. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This patent provides a connection component and an electronic device to at least solve the above technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] In a first aspect, the present patent provides a connecting assembly for connecting a first portion and a second portion, comprising: a first connecting member and a second connecting member;

[0005] A slot for engaging with the first portion is formed at one end of the first connecting member, and the other end of the first connecting member passes through the second portion;

[0006] The second connecting member includes a head, and one end of the second connecting member away from the head is threadedly connected to the first connecting member.

[0007] Furthermore, the first connecting member includes a base and a supporting boss which are spaced apart along the axial direction of the first connecting member, and the clamping groove is formed between the base and the supporting boss, and the clamping groove extends along the circumference of the first connecting member.

[0008] Furthermore, the base includes a first surface facing the supporting boss, and the first surface is provided with a rotating boss, and the height of the rotating boss gradually increases along the circumference of the slot.

[0009] Furthermore, the first part includes a slide groove, guide rails are provided on both sides of the slide groove, and the slide groove is movably arranged on the guide rails.

[0010] Furthermore, a limiting portion is provided at the end of the slide groove, and the limiting portion is arc-shaped.

[0011] Furthermore, the guide rail is provided with an inclined boss, and the height of the inclined boss gradually increases along the direction approaching the limiting portion.

[0012] Furthermore, a matching portion is provided on the inclined boss in a direction close to the limiting portion, and the matching portion is adapted to the rotating boss.

[0013] Further, a spring arm is provided on the first part. One end of the spring arm is connected to the first part, and a clamping portion is formed at the other end of the spring arm. A clamping groove is provided on the base, and the clamping portion is in clamping fit with the clamping groove.

[0014] Further, the spring arm is provided with a protrusion.

[0015] In a second aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided, including the connection component described in the first aspect.

[0016] The technical solution provided by the embodiments of this patent has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0017] The connection component provided by the embodiments of this patent is used to connect the first part and the second part, and includes: a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece; a clamping groove for clamping with the first part is formed at one end of the first connecting piece, and the other end of the first connecting piece passes through the second part; the second connecting piece includes a head, and one end of the second connecting piece away from the head is threadedly connected to the first connecting piece. When in use, the clamping groove is clamped with the first part, so that the first connecting piece can be connected to the first part; after the first connecting piece passes through the second part and is threadedly connected to the second connecting piece, the connection between the first connecting piece and the second part can be realized, so that the first part and the second part can be connected together, with a simple structure and convenient operation.

[0018] It should be understood that the content described in this part is not intended to identify the key or important features of the embodiments of this patent, nor is it used to limit the scope of this patent. Other features of this patent will become easily understood through the following description. Description of the Drawings

[0019] By referring to the accompanying drawings and reading the following detailed description, the above and other purposes, features, and advantages of the exemplary embodiments of this patent will become easily understood. In the drawings, several embodiments of this patent are shown in an exemplary rather than restrictive manner, where:

[0020] In the drawings, the same or corresponding reference numerals indicate the same or corresponding parts.

[0021] Figure 1 Shows the structural schematic diagram of the connection between the first connecting piece and the first part in the connection component provided by the embodiments of this patent Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 2 Shows the structural schematic diagram of the connection between the first connecting piece and the first part in the connection component provided by the embodiments of this patent Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 3Shows a schematic cross-sectional structure diagram of the connection between the first connecting member and the first part in the connection assembly provided by the embodiment of this patent;

[0024] Figure 4 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the first connecting member in the connection assembly provided by the embodiment of this patent;

[0025] Figure 5 Shows a schematic structural diagram of the first part;

[0026] Figure 6 Shows an exploded view of the connection assembly for connecting the first part and the second part.

[0027] Description of the reference numerals in the figure: 1. First part; 11. Chute; 12. Guide rail; 121. Oblique boss; 13. Limiting part; 14. Elastic arm; 141. Clamping part; 142. Protrusion; 2. Second part; 3. First connecting member; 31. Base; 311. Rotating boss; 312. Clamping groove; 32. Supporting boss; 33. Card slot; 4. Second connecting member. Detailed implementation manners

[0028] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this patent more obvious and understandable, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this patent will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of this patent. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this patent, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this patent, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative efforts fall within the scope of protection of this patent.

[0029] Combined with Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 、 Figure 5 And Figure 6 As shown, the connection assembly provided by the embodiment of this patent is used to connect the first part 1 and the second part 2, and includes: a first connecting member 3 and a second connecting member 4. The first connecting member 3 can be made of metal or plastic. One end of the first connecting member 3 is formed with a card slot 33 for clamping with the first part 1, and the other end of the first connecting member 3 passes through the second part 2; the second connecting member 4 includes a head, and one end of the second connecting member 4 away from the head is threadedly connected to the first connecting member 3. When in use, clamping the card slot 33 with the first part 1 can connect the first connecting member 3 with the first part 1; after the first connecting member 3 passes through the second part 2 and is threadedly connected to the second connecting member 4, the connection between the first connecting member 3 and the second part 2 can be realized, so that the first part 1 and the second part 2 can be connected together, with a simple structure and convenient operation.

[0030] Optionally, the first part 1 is provided with a protrusion 142, and the protrusion 142 is snap-fitted with the card slot 33. Optionally, the first connecting member 3 is provided with an internal thread, and the second connecting member 4 is provided with an external thread. The internal thread and the external thread cooperate to thread-connect the first connecting member 3 and the second connecting member 4.

[0031] Optionally, the second connecting member 4 can be a screw.

[0032] Optionally, the first part 1 can be a housing of an electronic device or a bracket disposed on the housing of the electronic device, and the second part 2 can be an SSD card. The connection assembly provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure can meet the assembly requirements of different specifications of SSDs. In addition, the connection assembly provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure omits components such as brackets, has low cost, and is simple and convenient in the assembly process.

[0033] In some specific embodiments, the first connecting member 3 includes a base 31 and a support boss 32 that are spaced apart along the axial direction of the first connecting member 3. The base 31 is used to support the first part 1, and the top of the support boss 32 is used to support the second part 2. A card slot 33 is formed between the base 31 and the support boss 32. The card slot 33 is used for sliding cooperation with the first part 1. The card slot 33 extends along the circumferential direction of the first connecting member 3, so that when the first connecting member 3 rotates, the card slot 33 is always snap-fitted with the first part 1.

[0034] In some specific embodiments, the base 31 includes a first surface facing the support boss 32. The first surface is provided with a rotating boss 311. Along the circumferential direction of the card slot 33, the height of the rotating boss 311 gradually increases. The rotating boss 311 cooperates with the first connecting member 3, and the first connecting member 3 is fastened to the first part 1 by rotation.

[0035] In some specific embodiments, the first part 1 includes a sliding groove 11. Guide rails 12 are provided on both sides of the sliding groove 11. The sliding groove 11 is movably disposed on the guide rails 12, and the first connecting member 3 can move along the guide rails 12 to a proper position, facilitating the installation of the first connecting member 3.

[0036] In some specific embodiments, a limiting portion 13 is provided at the end of the sliding groove 11. The limiting portion 13 is arc-shaped. The arc-shaped limiting portion 13 is located at one end of the sliding groove 11. When the first connecting member 3 moves along the guide rails 12 to the limiting portion 13, the card slot 33 of the first connecting member 3 can be snap-fitted with the first part 1.

[0037] In some specific embodiments, the guide rail 12 is provided with an inclined boss 121. Along the direction close to the limiting portion 13, the height of the inclined boss 121 gradually increases. When the first connecting member 3 moves along the guide rail 12 towards the limiting portion 13, the gap between the card slot 33 and the inclined boss 121 of the guide rail 12 gradually decreases, improving the stability of the connection between the card slot 33 of the first connecting member 3 and the first part 1.

[0038] In some specific embodiments, the inclined boss 121 is provided with a mating portion near the limiting portion 13, and the mating portion is adapted to the rotating boss 311. When the first connector 3 is rotated to the corresponding position, the mating portion engages with the rotating boss 311, and the first connector 3 cannot rotate further. At this time, the gap between the retaining slot 33 and the guide rail 12 is minimized, and the first connector 3 is fastened to the guide rail 12 and cannot shake. When the second part 2 is installed and the second connector 4 is connected to the first connector 3, the first connector 3 will not rotate with it, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the first connector 3 and the first part 1.

[0039] Optionally, the number of rotating bosses 311 can be two, and the number of inclined bosses 121 can be two. The bevel directions of the two rotating bosses 311 are opposite, and the corresponding bevel angles on the inclined boss 121 structures are also opposite. This can avoid the situation where the first connecting member 3 moves in the opposite direction if it is pushed in the opposite direction at the final position, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the first connecting member 3 and the first part 1.

[0040] In some specific embodiments, the first portion 1 is provided with an elastic arm 14, one end of which is connected to the first portion 1, and the other end of the elastic arm 14 is formed with a snap-fitting portion 141. The base 31 is provided with a snap-fitting slot 312, and the snap-fitting portion 141 snap-fits with the snap-fitting slot 312. After the first connector 3 is rotated into position, the snap-fitting portion 141 of the elastic arm 14 snaps into the snap-fitting slot 312, thereby further tightening the assembly of the first connector 3. During installation, the first connector 3 can be moved along the guide rail 12 to the stopper 13, and then the first connector 3 is rotated. The mating portion snaps into engagement with the rotating boss 311, and the snap-fitting portion 141 of the elastic arm 14 snaps into engagement with the snap-fitting slot 312. Once the snap-fitting portion 141 of the elastic arm 14 snaps into engagement with the snap-fitting slot 312, the second connector 4 is prevented from rotating along with the first connector 3 when the second connector 4 is threadedly connected to the first connector 3 or when the second connector 4 is rotated. When the second connecting member 4 needs to be removed, the first connecting member 3 will not rotate with the second connecting member 4 due to the engagement of the engaging portion 141 of the elastic arm 14 with the engaging groove 312 , thereby preventing the second connecting member 4 from being unable to be removed from the first connecting member 3 .

[0041] During installation, the first connector 3 can be moved along the guide rail 12 to the stopper 13. The first connector 3 is then rotated, causing the mating portion to engage with the rotating boss 311. Simultaneously, the engaging portion 141 of the elastic arm 14 engages with the engaging groove 312, completing installation. During removal, the elastic arm 14 is moved to separate the engaging portion 141 from the engaging groove 312. The first connector 3 is then rotated in the opposite direction to disengage the mating portion from the rotating boss 311. The first connector 3 is then moved in the opposite direction along the guide rail 12, completing removal.

[0042] In some specific embodiments, the elastic arm 14 is provided with a protrusion 142. During disassembly, pulling the protrusion 142 on the elastic arm 14 can drive the elastic arm 14 to separate the engaging portion 141 from the engaging groove 312. The protrusion 142 is provided on the elastic arm 14. When assembling and disassembling the first connector 3, the protrusion 142 can be driven to gently push the elastic arm 14 outward, allowing the engaging portion 141 of the elastic arm 14 to move away from the engaging groove 312, thereby facilitating assembly and disassembly of the first connector 3. The first portion 1 has an arc structure (i.e., a stopper 13) that mimics the arc of the base 31 of the first connector 3, preventing the first connector 3 from being pushed further forward when it reaches its final position.

[0043] In some specific embodiments, the method comprises the following:

[0044] 1. Place the first connector 3 in the initial position slot 11 of the first part 1. The initial position slot will be larger than the first part 1 and sufficient to accommodate the first part 1. At this time, the line connecting the inclined bosses 121 of the first part 1 is parallel to the horizontal direction. Push the first connector 3 forward in the direction of the limit portion 13. There are C-angles and R-angles at the front end of the slide rail (initial position), which facilitate the insertion of the slot 33 of the first connector 3 into the guide rail 12. After the slot 33 is pushed into the guide rail 12 of the first part 1, the guide rail 12 restricts the first connector 3 to only forward and backward movement, and cannot move left or right. In addition, since the gap between the slot 33 of the first connector 3 and the guide rail 12 of the first part 1 is larger at this time, the first connector 3 is easier to push.

[0045] 2. When the first connector 3 is pushed to the elastic arm 14 of the first portion 1, the protrusion 142 on the elastic arm 14 is pushed outward, moving the elastic arm 14 away from the retaining groove 33. The first connector 3 is then pushed to its final position. Because there is an arc (limiting portion 13) at the final position that aligns with the base 31 of the first connector 3, the first connector 3 cannot be pushed further after reaching its final position.

[0046] 3. When the first connecting member 3 is pushed to the final position, the protrusion 142 on the elastic arm 14 is kept away from the first connecting member 3. At this time, the gap between the rotating boss 311 of the first connecting member 3 and the inclined boss 121 of the first part 1 is relatively large. Then rotate the first connecting member 3. The gap between the rotating boss 311 on the first connecting member 3 and the inclined boss 121 of the first part 1 will become smaller and smaller, and gradually fit and tighten. When the first connecting member 3 is rotated to the point where it cannot rotate, the rotating boss 311 on the first connecting member 3 and the second part 2 are at their smallest. In the final position, the first connecting member 3 and the guide rail 12 are firmly fitted together.

[0047] 4. Finally, release the protrusion 142 on the elastic arm 14. The elastic arm 14 cooperates with the clamping groove 312. At this time, the first connection cannot rotate in the reverse direction. Thus, the first connector 3 is firmly fixed at the final position of the first part 1 and cannot move forward, backward, left, or right, nor can it be rotated.

[0048] 5. When the first connector 3 needs to be disassembled, only need to dial the protrusion 142 on the buckle of the elastic arm 14 counterclockwise outward to make the buckle of the elastic arm 14 away from the buckle groove of the first connector 3, and then rotate the first connector 3 in the reverse direction to make it loose, and then it can be easily taken out from the guide rail 12 of the first part 1.

[0049] The electronic device provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure includes the connection component provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure. Since the electronic device provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure and the connection component provided by the embodiment of the present disclosure have the same advantages, they will not be elaborated here.

[0050] It should be understood that the various forms of the processes shown above can be used, with steps reordered, added, or deleted. For example, the steps described in this patent can be executed in parallel, sequentially, or in a different order, as long as the desired results of the technical solution of this patent can be achieved, and no limitations are imposed herein.

[0051] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of such features. In the description of this patent, "a plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0052] The above is only the specific implementation manner of this patent, but the protection scope of the disclosure of this patent is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed by this patent can easily think of changes or substitutions, which should all be covered within the protection scope of this patent. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent should be subject to the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A connecting component for connecting a first part (1) and a second part (2), characterized in that, Comprising: A first connecting member (3) and a second connecting member (4); One end of the first connecting member (3) is formed with a clamping groove (33) for clamping with the first part (1), and the other end of the first connecting member (3) passes through the second part (2); The second connecting member (4) includes a head, and one end of the second connecting member (4) away from the head is threadedly connected to the first connecting member (3).

2. The connecting component according to claim 1, wherein The first connecting member (3) includes a base (31) and a supporting boss (32) arranged at intervals along the axial direction of the first connecting member (3), and the clamping groove (33) is formed between the base (31) and the supporting boss (32), and the clamping groove (33) extends along the circumferential direction of the first connecting member (3).

3. The connecting component according to claim 2, wherein The base (31) includes a first surface facing the supporting boss (32), and a rotating boss (311) is provided on the first surface. Along the circumferential direction of the clamping groove (33), the height of the rotating boss (311) gradually increases.

4. The connecting component according to claim 3, wherein The first part (1) includes a sliding groove (11), and guide rails (12) are provided on both sides of the sliding groove (11), and the sliding groove (11) is movably arranged on the guide rails (12).

5. The connecting component according to claim 4, characterized in that, A limiting part (13) is provided at the end of the sliding groove (11), and the limiting part (13) is arc-shaped.

6. The connecting component according to claim 5, characterized in that, The guide rail (12) is provided with an inclined boss (121), and along the direction close to the limiting part (13), the height of the inclined boss (121) gradually increases.

7. The connecting component according to claim 6, characterized in that A matching part is provided in the direction of the inclined boss (121) close to the limiting part (13), and the matching part is adapted to the rotating boss (311).

8. The connecting component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first part (1) is provided with an elastic arm (14), one end of the elastic arm (14) is connected to the first part (1), and the other end of the elastic arm (14) is formed with a clamping part (141), and a clamping groove (312) is provided on the base (31), and the clamping part (141) is in clamping fit with the clamping groove (312).

9. The connecting component according to claim 8, wherein, The elastic arm (14) is provided with a protrusion (142).

10. An electronic device, characterized in that, Comprising the connecting assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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