Tracker protection shell

By designing the tracker protective case and using threaded connections and buffer sealing structure, the tracker's poor durability in harsh environments is solved, achieving long life and convenient maintenance of the equipment.

CN223194941UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-05JIANGMEN IGUARDER ELECTRONIC CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420897130.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-26
Publication Date
2025-08-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-26

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Technical Problem

Existing trackers are poorly durable in humid and dusty environments, and are prone to moisture and contamination, affecting their normal operation and service life.

Method used

A tracker protective shell is designed, including an upper shell and a lower shell, forming a closed accommodation cavity through threaded connection, and a buffer member is equipped with a buffer member, the buffer member is a cushioning cotton, the sealing ring enhances the sealing property, and the lower shell is equipped with reinforcement ribs and recessed parts for easy installation, and anti-slip texture improves grip.

Benefits of technology

Effectively isolate harmful substances such as dust and moisture, improve service life, simplify installation and maintenance, reduce costs, and enhance structural strength and grip safety.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a tracker protection shell, comprising an upper shell which is a cavity structure with an opening at one end, and a buffer piece is arranged in the cavity structure; the lower shell is matched with the upper shell, the lower shell is detachably installed on the upper shell, when the lower shell and the upper shell are tightly combined, a relatively closed containing cavity is formed, the size and the shape of the containing cavity are matched with those of the tracker, and the tracker abuts against the buffering piece. The tracker can be quickly mounted and dismounted, and pollutants such as dust and moisture outside can be effectively isolated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of tracker accessories, and particularly relates to a tracker protective case. Background Art

[0002] A tracker is a high-tech device specifically designed to remotely locate, monitor, and track the real-time dynamics of specific objects such as people, vehicles, assets, etc. Trackers are widely used in various scenarios. For example, they are used for anti-theft tracking of private cars, commercial vehicle fleets, and rental vehicles; for the safety monitoring of the elderly, children, outdoor workers, or special groups to prevent them from getting lost and ensure personal safety; for tracking valuable items, cargo transportation, equipment leasing, etc., to prevent loss and theft, monitor the logistics progress, and ensure asset security and efficient scheduling.

[0003] The AirTags tracker launched by Apple is a small and portable Bluetooth positioning device designed for tracking personal items. Although AirTags perform well in daily use, its protection performance is relatively weak. Especially in harsh environments such as humidity and dust, the durability and service life of the device may be affected. These environmental factors may cause the electronic components to be damp and contaminated, thus affecting the normal operation of AirTags and shortening its service life. Content of the Utility Model

[0004] The utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. For this purpose, the utility model provides a tracker protective case, which can realize the quick installation and disassembly of the tracker and effectively isolate external pollutants such as dust and moisture.

[0005] A tracker protective case according to an embodiment of the first aspect of the utility model includes: an upper case, which is a cavity structure with an open end, and a buffer member is arranged in the cavity structure;

[0006] A lower case, which is mutually adapted to the upper case, the lower case is detachably installed on the upper case. When the lower case and the upper case are closely combined, a relatively airtight accommodation cavity is formed, and the accommodation cavity is mutually adapted to the size and shape of the tracker, and the tracker abuts against the buffer member.

[0007] A tracker protective case according to an embodiment of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: the buffer member provided on the upper case can provide protection for the tracker, allowing the protective case to fit closely to various parts of the tracker. The buffer member can absorb energy generated by accidental impacts, thereby effectively preventing damage to the tracker due to factors such as shaking and collisions. When the lower case and the upper case are tightly combined, the two together form a relatively sealed accommodation chamber, effectively isolating dust, moisture, dirt, and potentially harmful substances, preventing such harmful substances from directly contacting the tracker, thereby extending the service life of the tracker and further improving the versatility of the tracker. The lower case and the upper case are compatible with each other and adopt a detachable installation method. No specialized tools are required, and the operation is simple and quick. The installation, inspection, cleaning, or replacement of the tracker becomes extremely convenient, significantly improving the maintenance efficiency of the device and reducing the user's usage costs.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the upper shell and the lower shell are connected by a threaded structure. The inner wall of the upper shell is provided with an internal thread structure, and the outer wall of the lower shell is provided with an external thread structure, and the internal thread structure and the external thread structure are adapted to each other. The threaded connection between the upper and lower shells can improve the airtightness, and the protective shell can be disassembled and assembled without the use of additional tools. The protective shell still maintains good structural integrity when subjected to a certain degree of external force or pulling.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a sealing ring is provided on the sidewall of the lower housing. The sealing ring mates with the outer sidewall of the lower housing and is located at the bottom of the external threaded structure. This sealing ring enhances the sealing effect and fills the slight gap that may exist in the threaded connection, thereby further extending the lifespan of the tracker.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a recessed portion is provided on the end surface of the lower shell facing away from the accommodating cavity. The recessed portion is semi-annular and faces the accommodating cavity. This facilitates the application of external force to the recessed portion, thereby assembling the lower shell and the upper shell together. This facilitates the user to apply external force when installing the protective shell. The user can directly apply force to the recessed portion with their fingers or a tool, utilizing the fulcrum and leverage provided to easily assemble the lower shell and the upper shell together.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the lower shell is provided with a plurality of reinforcing ribs on its end surface near the accommodating cavity. One end of each rib is connected to the recessed portion, and the other end is connected to the side wall of the lower shell. This can significantly enhance the overall structural strength and impact resistance of the protective shell, better protecting the internal tracker from external damage.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, the plurality of reinforcing ribs are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the recessed portion. This enables the stress from all directions to be evenly distributed to each reinforcing rib, avoiding stress concentration, thereby effectively improving the overall structural strength and impact resistance of the protective case.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, a double-sided adhesive is provided on the end face of the lower case away from the accommodation cavity. The double-sided adhesive is provided with a through groove, and the projection of the through groove in the direction of the end face of the lower case falls outside the outer contour line of the recessed portion. The double-sided adhesive has strong adhesion, which can ensure that the protective case remains stable during use and is not easily displaced or detached.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, after the upper case and the lower case are tightly installed and combined, the lower part of the side wall of the upper case is flush with the end face of the lower case away from the accommodation cavity. This reduces the probability of edge wear of the protective case.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, anti-slip lines are provided on the outer side wall of the upper case, and the anti-slip lines are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer side wall of the upper case. The anti-slip lines provided on the outer side wall of the upper case increase the friction on the surface of the case, enabling a stable gripping force to be formed between the user's hand and the case when holding the protective case, effectively preventing the device from accidentally slipping due to hand slippage, and significantly enhancing the safety during gripping.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present utility model, the buffer member is buffer cotton. The buffer cotton is soft in texture and smooth on the surface. When contacting the tracker, it will not cause scratches or abrasions to its surface, effectively avoiding surface scratches caused by hard buffer materials, protecting the original beauty and functionality of the tracker, and extending its service life.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the present utility model will be given in part in the following description, will become apparent in part from the following description, or will be understood through the practice of the present utility model. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] The following further describes the present utility model in conjunction with the drawings and embodiments, where:

[0019] Figure 1 is an exploded schematic view of the protective case according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 is one of the schematic views of the lower case according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 is another schematic view of the lower case according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 is the schematic view of the upper case according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the disassembly and assembly tool in the embodiment of the present utility model during operation.

[0024] Reference numerals: upper shell 100; lower shell 110; recessed portion 120; reinforcing rib 130; external thread structure 140; sealing ring 150; double-sided adhesive 160; buffer member 170; internal thread structure 180; anti-slip pattern 190. Specific embodiments

[0025] The embodiments of the present utility model will be described in detail below. The examples of the embodiments are shown in the drawings, where the same or similar reference numerals represent the same or similar elements or elements with the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below by referring to the drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present utility model and should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model.

[0026] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that for the orientation description, such as the orientation or positional relationship indicated by up, down, front, back, left, right, etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and thus should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model.

[0027] In the description of the present utility model, the meaning of several is one or more, the meaning of multiple is two or more, greater than, less than, exceeding, etc. are understood as not including the present number, above, below, within, etc. are understood as including the present number. If there is a description of first and second, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of the indicated technical features or implicitly indicating the sequence relationship of the indicated technical features.

[0028] In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly defined, words such as setting, installation, connection, etc. should be understood in a broad sense. Those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above words in the present utility model in combination with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0029] Refer to Figures 1 to 4 , a tracker protective case, comprising: an upper shell 100, which is a cavity-type structure with an open end, and a buffer member 170 is arranged in the cavity-type structure;

[0030] A lower shell 110, which is mutually adapted to the upper shell 100. The lower shell 110 is detachably installed on the upper shell 100. After the lower shell 110 and the upper shell 100 are tightly combined, a relatively sealed accommodation cavity is formed, and the accommodation cavity is mutually adapted to the size and shape of the tracker. The tracker abuts against the buffer member 170.

[0031] The buffer member 170 provided on the upper shell 100 can provide a protection function for the tracker, enabling the protective shell to closely adhere to various parts of the tracker. The buffer member 170 can absorb the energy generated by accidental impacts, thus effectively preventing the tracker from being damaged due to factors such as shaking and collision. When the lower shell 110 and the upper shell 100 are tightly combined, they jointly form a relatively enclosed accommodation cavity, effectively isolating dust, moisture, dirt, and potential harmful substances, preventing these harmful substances from directly contacting the tracker, thereby increasing the service life of the tracker and further improving the versatility of the tracker. The lower shell 110 and the upper shell 100 are mutually adapted and adopt a detachable installation method. Without professional tools, the operation is simple and fast. The installation, inspection, cleaning, or replacement of the tracker and other tasks become extremely convenient, significantly improving the maintenance efficiency of the device and reducing the user's usage cost.

[0032] Refer to Figures 2 to 4 , the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 are connected through a threaded structure. The inner side wall of the upper shell 100 is provided with an internal threaded structure 180, and the outer side wall of the lower shell 110 is provided with an external threaded structure 140. The internal threaded structure 180 and the external threaded structure 140 are mutually adapted. The threaded connection between the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 can improve the tightness. When disassembling and assembling the protective shell, it can be completed without using additional tools. When the protective shell is subjected to a certain degree of external force impact or pulling, it still maintains good structural integrity.

[0033] Refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 , the side wall of the lower shell 110 is provided with a sealing ring 150. The sealing ring 150 is mutually adapted to the outer side wall of the lower shell 110, and the sealing ring 150 is provided at the bottom of the external threaded structure 140. The sealing ring 150 can strengthen the sealing effect, filling the tiny gaps that may exist at the threaded connection, thereby further increasing the service life of the tracker.

[0034] The end surface of the lower shell 110 away from the accommodating cavity is provided with a recessed portion 120. The recessed portion 120 is semi-annular and is arranged toward the accommodating cavity. This facilitates the installation of the lower shell 110 and the upper shell 100 together by applying external force to the recessed portion 120. This facilitates the user to apply external force when installing the protective shell. The user can directly apply the recessed portion 120 with their fingers or tools, and utilize the fulcrum and leverage effect provided to easily install the lower shell 110 and the upper shell 100 together. The end surface of the lower shell 110 close to the accommodating cavity is provided with a plurality of reinforcing ribs 130. One end of the reinforcing rib 130 is connected to the recessed portion 120, and the other end is connected to the side wall of the lower shell 110. This can significantly improve the overall structural strength and impact resistance of the protective shell, and better protect the internal tracker from damage by external forces. It is understandable that the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 can be integrally formed by injection molding, and the reinforcing ribs 130 are formed simultaneously with the main body of the lower shell 110, without the need for additional assembly steps, which simplifies the production process and significantly improves production efficiency.

[0035] The plurality of reinforcing ribs 130 are arranged at intervals along the circumference of the recessed portion 120 , so that stress from all directions can be evenly distributed to each reinforcing rib 130 , avoiding stress concentration, thereby effectively improving the overall structural strength and impact resistance of the protective shell.

[0036] Double-sided tape 160 is attached to the end face of the lower shell 110, facing away from the accommodating cavity. This tape 160 has a through-slot, the projection of which onto the end face of the lower shell 110 falls outside the outer contour of the recessed portion 120. Double-sided tape 160 has strong adhesion, ensuring the protective case remains stable during use and resists displacement or falling off.

[0037] Reference Figure 5 The lower portion of the upper shell 100's sidewall is aligned with the end face of the lower shell 110 away from the accommodating cavity, forming a smooth, step-free transition. This design improves the overall appearance of the protective case, effectively reduces the probability of edge wear, and ensures that the protective case maintains a good appearance during long-term use. To achieve a flush effect, the height of the lower shell 110 and the thickness of its end face are equal to the depth of the cavity of the upper shell 100, ensuring that the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 can fit together seamlessly. This not only enhances the overall stability of the protective case, but also makes the protective case appear to have a coordinated cylindrical shape in appearance.

[0038] When the upper shell 100 and lower shell 110 are tightly assembled, the lower portion of the upper shell 100's sidewall is flush with the end face of the lower shell 110 facing away from the accommodating cavity. This reduces the risk of wear on the protective shell's edges. The height and thickness of the lower shell 110's end face are equal to the depth of the upper shell 100's cavity, ensuring flushness. When the upper shell 100 and lower shell 110 are tightly assembled, the overall shape is cylindrical.

[0039] The outer wall of the upper shell 100 is provided with anti-slip patterns 190, which are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer wall of the upper shell 100. The anti-slip patterns 190 provided on the outer wall of the upper shell 100 increase the friction on the surface of the shell, enabling a stable gripping force to be formed between the user's hand and the shell when holding the protective case, effectively preventing the device from accidentally slipping due to hand slippage, and significantly enhancing the safety during gripping.

[0040] The buffer member 170 is buffer cotton. The buffer cotton has a soft texture and a smooth surface, and will not cause scratches or abrasions to the surface of the tracker when contacting it, effectively avoiding surface scratches caused by hard buffer materials, protecting the original aesthetics and functionality of the tracker, and extending its service life.

[0041] Refer to Figures 1 to 4 , in this embodiment, the tracker protective case mainly includes two parts: an upper shell 100 and a lower shell 110. The upper shell 100 is designed as a cavity-type structure with one end open, and buffer cotton is arranged inside as the buffer member 170. The lower shell 110 is adapted to the upper shell 100 and is connected through a threaded structure. An internal threaded structure 180 is provided on the inner side wall of the upper shell 100, and an external threaded structure 140 adapted thereto is provided on the outer side wall of the lower shell 110. A sealing ring 150 is further provided on the side wall of the lower shell 110, which is adapted to the bottom of the external threaded structure 140 to enhance the sealing performance of the protective case.

[0042] As the main buffer medium, the buffer cotton has excellent energy absorption and resilience. When the tracker is subjected to an impact, the buffer cotton can quickly absorb and disperse the impact force, effectively protecting the internal precision components from damage. In addition, the buffer cotton has a soft texture and will not cause scratches when contacting the surface of the tracker, avoiding scratches on the surface of the device and maintaining its original appearance and function. The buffer cotton can be cut or compressed according to the specific shape of the tracker to adapt to different models and specifications of trackers, improving the versatility and adaptability of the protective case. At the same time, the buffer cotton is easy to install and replace, and the user can adjust it according to needs, simplifying the maintenance process of the protective case and improving the use convenience.

[0043] The upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 are tightly connected through a threaded structure, making the assembly and disassembly process of the protective case simple and fast. The user can quickly dock or separate the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 by rotating in the clockwise (counterclockwise) direction. The threaded connection ensures the structural strength and stability of the protective case, preventing the shell from loosening or deforming due to external impact. To further enhance the disassembly and assembly experience of the protective case, this embodiment is specially equipped with a dedicated disassembly and assembly tool. Such as Figure 5As shown, the tool consists of a handheld part and a protruding part, where the protruding part precisely fits into the recessed part 120 on the end face of the lower shell 110. When disassembling or assembling the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110, the user only needs to firmly hold the handheld part, precisely insert the protruding part into the recessed part 120, and then through tightening or loosening actions, can easily install or remove the protective case.

[0044] The sealing ring 150 on the side wall of the lower shell 110 is closely adapted to the bottom of the external thread structure 140, further enhancing the sealing performance at the joint of the protective case. After the upper shell 100 and the lower shell 110 are tightened, the sealing ring 150 can effectively prevent external pollutants such as dust, moisture, and liquid from entering the accommodation cavity, ensuring that the tracker remains dry and clean in various environments and extending its service life.

[0045] Circumferentially spaced anti-slip patterns 190 are provided on the outer side wall of the upper shell 100. These anti-slip patterns 190 increase the friction on the surface of the shell, enabling the user to obtain a stable grip when holding the protective case and preventing the device from accidentally slipping due to hand slippage. The anti-slip patterns 190 also enhance the appearance texture of the protective case, increasing the product's recognition and user satisfaction.

[0046] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those of ordinary skill in the relevant technical field, various changes can be made without departing from the gist of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A tracker protective case for protecting a tracker, characterized in that: include: The upper shell is a cavity-type structure with one end open, and a buffer is provided in the cavity-type structure; The lower shell is adapted to the upper shell, and the lower shell can be detachably installed on the upper shell. When the lower shell and the upper shell are tightly combined, a relatively closed accommodating cavity is formed. The accommodating cavity is adapted to the size and shape of the tracker, and the tracker and the buffer are in contact with each other.

2. The tracker protective case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper shell and the lower shell are connected via a threaded structure. The inner side wall of the upper shell is provided with an internal threaded structure, and the outer side wall of the lower shell is provided with an external threaded structure. The internal threaded structure and the external threaded structure are adapted to each other.

3. The tracker protective case according to claim 2, characterized in that: The side wall of the lower shell is provided with a sealing ring, the sealing ring and the outer side wall of the lower shell are adapted to each other, and the sealing ring is provided at the bottom of the external thread structure.

4. The tracker protective case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end surface of the lower shell away from the accommodating cavity is provided with a recessed portion, the recessed portion is semi-annular, and the recessed portion is arranged toward the accommodating cavity.

5. The tracker protective case according to claim 4, characterized in that: A plurality of reinforcing ribs are provided on the end surface of the lower shell close to the accommodating cavity, one end of the reinforcing rib is connected to the recessed portion, and the other end is connected to the side wall of the lower shell.

6. The tracker protective case according to claim 5, characterized in that: The plurality of reinforcing ribs are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the recessed portion.

7. The tracker protective case according to claim 4, characterized in that: The end surface of the lower shell away from the accommodating cavity is provided with double-sided tape, and the double-sided tape is provided with a through groove, and the projection of the through groove in the direction of the end surface of the lower shell falls outside the outer contour line of the recessed portion.

8. The tracker protective case according to claim 1, characterized in that: After the upper shell and the lower shell are tightly assembled, the lower portion of the side wall of the upper shell is flush with the end surface of the lower shell away from the accommodating cavity.

9. The tracker protective case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side wall of the upper shell is provided with anti-skid patterns, and the anti-skid patterns are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer side wall of the upper shell.

10. The tracker protective case according to claim 1, characterized in that: The buffer component is buffer cotton.