Vehicle monitoring camera and mounting bracket thereof

Abstract

The utility model discloses a vehicle monitoring camera and a mounting bracket thereof. The mounting bracket comprises a connecting piece, a first clamping arm, a second clamping arm and an elastic piece. The connecting piece is used for connecting a camera; the first clamping arm is connected with the connecting piece; the second clamping arm is hinged to the first clamping arm, and the second clamping arm is located below the first clamping arm. The second clamping arm is provided with a plane structure; the elastic piece is connected with the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, and the elastic piece is used for driving the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm to be clamped with each other. Wherein the mounting bracket can form a clamping mechanism through the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, so that the mounting bracket can be clamped on an external carrier; and the mounting bracket can also be stably placed on the external carrier through the plane structure of the second clamping arm. The product provided by the utility model has better generality and practicability, and can be respectively applied to motorcycles, electric bicycles and automobiles.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of cameras, specifically to a vehicle monitoring camera and its mounting bracket. Background Art

[0002] An in-car camera is a device used in cars to record images and sounds while the vehicle is in motion. Its core function is to provide video evidence to help drivers defend their rights in the event of a traffic accident, dispute, or insurance claim.

[0003] Currently, automotive cameras primarily use suction cup mounts, fixed to the inside wall of a car's windshield. However, suction cup mounts have poor versatility and are generally only suitable for automotive applications. With the increasing popularity of electric bicycles, their presence on the road is becoming increasingly common, raising concerns about their safety.

[0004] Currently, there are no cameras for electric bicycles, and existing car cameras are difficult to use with electric bicycles. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to overcome the above technical defects, the utility model provides a vehicle monitoring camera and a mounting bracket thereof.

[0006] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention is implemented according to the following technical solutions:

[0007] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a mounting bracket for a vehicle surveillance camera, the mounting bracket comprising:

[0008] A connecting piece, the connecting piece is used to connect to a camera;

[0009] a first clamping arm connected to the connecting member;

[0010] a second clamping arm, the second clamping arm being hinged to the first clamping arm and located below the first clamping arm; the second clamping arm having a planar structure;

[0011] an elastic member connected to the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, and configured to drive the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm to clamp each other;

[0012] The mounting bracket can form a clamping mechanism through the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm for clamping on the external carrier; the mounting bracket can also be stably placed on the external carrier through the planar structure of the second clamping arm.

[0013] Preferably, the second clamping arm includes a plastic shell and a plurality of counterweights disposed in the plastic shell.

[0014] Preferably, the mounting bracket further comprises:

[0015] A placement plate, wherein the placement plate has a plurality of magnets built therein and is used to be placed on an external carrier;

[0016] The counterweight block of the second clamping arm is an iron block, and the second clamping arm can be magnetically connected to the placement plate through the counterweight block.

[0017] Preferably, the placement plate includes a flexible pad and a plastic base fixedly connected to the flexible pad; wherein the magnet is arranged in the plastic base.

[0018] Preferably, the first clamping arm has two bent clamping jaws, the two clamping jaws are arranged relative to each other and spaced apart, and the ends of the clamping jaws extend toward the second clamping arm.

[0019] Preferably, a first rubber piece is provided at the end of the clamping jaw;

[0020] A second rubber member is provided at the end of the second clamping arm adjacent to the clamping claw;

[0021] Wherein, the first rubber piece and the second rubber piece are both rubber blocks with elliptical cross-sections.

[0022] Preferably, the elastic member is a torsion spring.

[0023] Preferably, the connecting member is hinged to the first clamping arm, and the connecting member can swing around the hinge.

[0024] In a second aspect, the present invention further provides a vehicle surveillance camera, comprising a camera and a mounting bracket as described in the first aspect, wherein the camera is fixedly connected to the connecting member.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0026] The utility model provides a mounting bracket for a vehicle surveillance camera, the mounting bracket comprising a connecting member, a first clamping arm, a second clamping arm, and an elastic member. The connecting member is used to connect to the camera; the first clamping arm is connected to the connecting member; the second clamping arm is hinged to the first clamping arm, and the second clamping arm is located below the first clamping arm. The second clamping arm has a planar structure; the elastic member is connected to the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, and the elastic member is used to drive the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm to clamp each other. The mounting bracket can form a clamping mechanism through the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm for clamping on an external carrier; the mounting bracket can also be stably placed on the external carrier through the planar structure of the second clamping arm.

[0027] The product of this utility model has excellent versatility and practicality and can be applied to motorcycles, electric bicycles, and automobiles. Specifically, the connecting member is the base of the mounting bracket and is used to connect the camera. The elastic member is used to provide elastic force to clamp the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm together, thereby securing the relevant part of the motorcycle or electric bicycle.

[0028] This patent uses a first clamping arm that cooperates with a second clamping arm to form a clamping mechanism. Under the action of an elastic member, the clamping mechanism can stably clamp onto a suitable location such as the handlebars of a motorcycle or electric bicycle, thereby meeting the requirements of motorcycle / electric bicycle use. To adapt to family car use, the flat structure of the second clamping arm allows it to be stably placed on the car interior, such as the passenger panel. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0029] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0030] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of a mounting bracket of the utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of an assembly of a mounting bracket of the utility model;

[0032] Figure 3 It is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the second clamping arm of the present utility model;

[0033] In the picture:

[0034] 10-connector;

[0035] 20-first clamping arm, 21-clamping claw;

[0036] 30-second clamping arm, 31-counterweight;

[0037] 40- rubber parts;

[0038] 50-placement board, 51-flexible pad, 52-plastic base. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0039] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments described herein are only used to illustrate and explain the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this is a preferred structure of a mounting bracket described in the present invention.

[0041] like Figure 1As shown, the mounting bracket described in the present invention is used for a vehicle surveillance camera. The product of the present invention has better versatility and practicality, and can be used on motorcycles, electric bicycles and cars respectively. Specifically, the mounting bracket includes a connecting member 10, a first clamping arm 20, a second clamping arm 30 and an elastic member. The connecting member is used to connect the camera; the first clamping arm is connected to the connecting member; the second clamping arm is hinged to the first clamping arm, and the second clamping arm is located below the first clamping arm. The second clamping arm has a planar structure; the elastic member is connected to the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, and the elastic member is used to drive the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm to clamp each other. Among them, the mounting bracket can form a clamping mechanism through the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm for clamping on an external carrier; the mounting bracket can also be stably placed on the external carrier through the planar structure of the second clamping arm.

[0042] In this technology, the connector is the base of the mounting bracket, used to connect the camera. The elastic member is used to provide elastic force, so that the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm can be clamped together, thereby fixing the relevant part of the motorcycle or electric bicycle.

[0043] In a specific embodiment, the connecting member is hinged to the first clamping arm, and the connecting member can swing around the hinge. The connecting member is a T-shaped structure, and the first clamping arm is provided with a mounting groove structure adapted to the connecting member.

[0044] This patent uses a first clamping arm that cooperates with a second clamping arm to form a clamping mechanism. Under the action of an elastic member, the clamping mechanism can stably clamp onto a suitable location such as the handlebars of a motorcycle or electric bicycle, thereby meeting the requirements of motorcycle / electric bicycle use. To adapt to family car use, the flat structure of the second clamping arm allows it to be stably placed on the car interior, such as the passenger panel.

[0045] In a specific implementation, the first clamping arm, the second clamping arm and the connecting member are all plastic parts molded by plastic injection molding.

[0046] The main bodies of the first and second clamping arms are both relatively flat. The first clamping wall has two bent jaws 21, which are spaced apart from each other, with the ends of the jaws extending toward the second clamping arm. The bent jaws form a claw-like clamping mechanism, which can accommodate a wider range of external carriers and improve the practicality of the mounting bracket.

[0047] In a preferred embodiment, a first rubber piece is provided at the end of the clamping jaw; a second rubber piece is provided at the end of the second clamping arm adjacent to the clamping jaw; wherein the first rubber piece and the second rubber piece are both rubber blocks with elliptical cross-sections.

[0048] This design allows the oval-shaped cross-section of the rubber element to provide better friction when compressed, helping the jaws to more firmly grip the motorcycle or e-bike's structure and prevent it from slipping during use. Furthermore, the rubber element can adapt to different contact surface shapes and maintain good contact.

[0049] In one embodiment of this patent, the elastic member is a torsion spring. It is understood that the first and second clamping arms of this application act like a clamp, with the torsion spring providing a stable clamping force, enabling the first and second clamping arms to achieve a clamping effect. Specifically, the use of a torsion spring, the first and second clamping arms to form a clamping mechanism is common knowledge in the art and can be easily implemented by those skilled in the art, so no further explanation is required here.

[0050] In a preferred embodiment, the second clamping arm includes a plastic shell and a plurality of counterweights disposed in the plastic shell.

[0051] Among them, the counterweight block increases the weight of the mounting bracket itself, and is mainly used to stabilize the center of gravity of the mounting bracket and increase the weight of the mounting bracket itself to ensure stability when placed on the car interior and to maintain stability.

[0052] In a preferred embodiment, the mounting bracket also includes a placement plate 50, which has several magnets built into it and is used to be placed on an external carrier; wherein the counterweight block of the second clamping arm is an iron block, and the second clamping arm can be magnetically connected to the placement plate through the counterweight block.

[0053] The magnetic connection allows for quick and easy installation and removal of the second clamp arm and the placement plate, eliminating the need for complex alignment or fastening, enhancing ease of use. The placement plate is designed to serve as a base for the mounting bracket when used in a vehicle, providing stable placement. This base provides a larger surface area for more stable placement on the vehicle interior. The second clamp arm then magnetically connects to the placement plate, ensuring stable placement of the entire mounting bracket.

[0054] In a specific implementation, the placement plate includes a flexible pad 51 and a plastic base 52 fixedly connected to the flexible pad; wherein the magnet is disposed in the plastic base.

[0055] In this technology, the flexible pad can adapt to different carrier surfaces, including curved or uneven surfaces, improving applicability. The surface of the flexible pad generally has good friction properties, which can increase the friction between the placement plate and the carrier, preventing the camera from slipping or shifting.

[0056] The utility model also provides a vehicle monitoring camera, comprising a camera and the above-mentioned mounting bracket, wherein the camera is fixedly connected to the connecting piece.

[0057] For other structures of the vehicle surveillance camera and the mounting bracket thereof described in this embodiment, refer to the prior art.

[0058] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the present invention in any form. Therefore, any modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the content of the technical solution of the present invention are still within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A mounting bracket for a vehicle surveillance camera, characterized in that: The mounting bracket includes: A connecting piece, used for connecting to a camera; a first clamping arm connected to the connecting member; a second clamping arm, the second clamping arm being hinged to the first clamping arm and located below the first clamping arm; the second clamping arm having a planar structure; an elastic member connected to the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm, and configured to drive the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm to clamp each other; The mounting bracket can form a clamping mechanism through the first clamping arm and the second clamping arm for clamping on the external carrier; the mounting bracket can also be stably placed on the external carrier through the planar structure of the second clamping arm.

2. The mounting bracket according to claim 1, wherein: The second clamping arm includes a plastic shell and a plurality of counterweight blocks arranged in the plastic shell.

3. The mounting bracket according to claim 2, wherein: The mounting bracket further comprises: A placement plate, wherein the placement plate has a plurality of magnets built therein and is used to be placed on an external carrier; The counterweight block of the second clamping arm is an iron block, and the second clamping arm can be magnetically connected to the placement plate through the counterweight block.

4. The mounting bracket according to claim 3, wherein: The placement plate includes a flexible pad and a plastic base fixedly connected to the flexible pad; wherein the magnet is arranged in the plastic base.

5. The mounting bracket according to claim 1, wherein: The first clamping arm has two bent clamping jaws, which are arranged opposite to each other and spaced apart, and the ends of the clamping jaws extend toward the second clamping arm.

6. The mounting bracket according to claim 5, characterized in that: A first rubber piece is provided at the end of the clamping jaw; A second rubber member is provided at the end of the second clamping arm adjacent to the clamping claw; Wherein, the first rubber piece and the second rubber piece are both rubber blocks with elliptical cross-sections.

7. The mounting bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic member is a torsion spring.

8. The mounting bracket according to claim 1, wherein: The connecting member is hinged to the first clamping arm, and the connecting member can swing around the hinge.

9. A vehicle surveillance camera, characterized in that: It comprises a camera and a mounting bracket according to claim 1, wherein the camera is fixedly connected to the connecting piece.

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