Camera lifting structure and intelligent terminal
Through the design of the self-locking mechanism and guide shaft, the problem of unsmooth lifting and locking position of the camera lifting structure in the intelligent terminal is solved, and the flexible use and stable positioning of the camera is realized.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421657810.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-07-12
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-12
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-07-12
AI Technical Summary
The existing camera lifting structure has problems in the smart terminals with poor lifting and inability to lock the position.
The self-locking mechanism is adopted, including the housing and the clamp. By pressing the camera body once, it enters the hidden position, and the secondary press enters the use position. The camera is smoothly lifted and positioned by combining the guide shaft and the return spring.
It realizes the flexible use of the camera body, can pop up and position when needed, lock when hidden, avoid misoperation, and improves the user experience.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present application is applied to the technical field of lifting structures, and in particular relates to a camera lifting structure and a smart terminal. Background Art
[0002] With the continuous development of electronic technology, more and more smart terminals are equipped with cameras. At present, there are smart terminals with cameras with lifting functions on the market, but most of them have problems such as uneven lifting and unable to lock the camera position. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this application is to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art, and to provide a camera lifting structure and a smart terminal, wherein the camera lifting structure can make the camera body rise and fall smoothly, and the smart terminal using the camera lifting structure can realize the flexible use of the camera body.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this application to solve its technical problems is:
[0005] A camera lifting structure, comprising
[0006] Cover assembly;
[0007] A self-locking mechanism, the self-locking mechanism having a locked state and a pop-up state, the self-locking mechanism comprising a housing and a clip, the housing being mounted on the cover assembly;
[0008] The lens assembly includes a camera body and a connecting shaft, one end of the connecting shaft is connected to the camera body, and the other end of the connecting shaft is provided with a card block that cooperates with the clip. When the camera body is pressed once, the self-locking mechanism is in a locked state, the clip locks the card block, and the camera body is in a hidden position. When the camera body is pressed a second time, the self-locking mechanism is in a pop-up state, and the camera body is in a use position.
[0009] In certain embodiments of the present application, a guide shaft parallel to the connecting axis is provided between the camera body and the cover assembly, one end of the guide shaft is connected to the camera body, and the other end of the guide shaft extends into the cover assembly, and a guide groove cooperating with the guide shaft is provided on the cover assembly.
[0010] In certain embodiments of the present application, the two guide shafts are located on both sides of the connecting shaft, and the cover plate assembly is provided with a guide hole for passing the connecting shaft, and the guide hole is located between the two guide grooves.
[0011] In certain embodiments of the present application, the cover assembly includes an upper cover and a lower cover that cooperate with each other, and the lower cover is provided with a slot for installing the shell, and the slot is located between the two guide grooves.
[0012] In certain embodiments of the present application, a return spring is sleeved on the guide shaft, the return spring is installed in the guide hole, and a limiting portion is provided on the guide shaft, and the limiting portion abuts against an end of the return spring.
[0013] In certain embodiments of the present application, a buffer portion is provided on the guide shaft, and the buffer portion is located between the camera body and the limiting portion.
[0014] In certain embodiments of the present application, the clip includes a moving component and two clamping parts. In a locked state, the two clamping parts lock the card block, and the moving component drives the clamping parts to extend into the shell. In a pop-up state, the moving component drives the two clamping parts to extend out of the shell, and the two clamping parts release the card block.
[0015] In certain embodiments of the present application, a rotating arm is rotatably connected to the moving component, a slider is provided at the end of the rotating arm, a sliding groove is provided on the shell to cooperate with the slider, and the sliding groove is provided with a first extreme position and a second extreme position. In the locked state, the slider is located at the first extreme position, and in the pop-up state, the slider is located at the second extreme position.
[0016] In certain embodiments of the present application, the slide groove is in a broken line shape, and the first limit position and the second limit position are located at the turning point of the slide groove.
[0017] The present application also provides a smart terminal, comprising a housing and the camera lifting structure in the above embodiment, wherein the hidden position is located inside the housing, and the use position is located outside the housing.
[0018] One of the above technical solutions has at least one of the following advantages or beneficial effects: the camera body of the camera lifting structure can reciprocate relative to the cover assembly, and the camera body can be switched between the use position and the hidden position through a self-locking mechanism. When it is not needed, the camera body is pressed to make the camera body be in the hidden position (hidden inside the device and invisible at this time). At this time, the clip locks the card block and the camera body cannot move. When it is needed, pressing the camera body a second time can extend the camera body to the use position and work, thereby realizing the positioning and self-locking of the camera body. The camera lifting structure has two states, and the pop-up and hiding functions of the camera body are realized by manually pressing the camera body. The smart terminal using the camera lifting structure can realize flexible use of the camera body.
[0019] Additional aspects and advantages of the present application will be given in part in the description below, and in part will become obvious from the description below, or will be learned through practice of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0020] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent and easily understood from the description of the embodiments in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:
[0021] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional diagram of an embodiment of the camera lifting structure in this application;
[0022] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of the camera lifting structure in the pop-up state;
[0023] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of the camera lifting structure in a locked state;
[0024] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the lens assembly;
[0025] Figure 5 It is a three-dimensional view of the lower cover;
[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the smart terminal in the pop-up state in this application;
[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the smart terminal in the locked state in this application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0028] This section will describe the specific embodiments of the present application in detail. The preferred embodiments of the present application are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the accompanying drawings is to supplement the description of the text part of the specification with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and overall technical solution of the present application, but it cannot be understood as a limitation on the scope of protection of the present application.
[0029] In this application, if there is a description of directions (up, down, left, right, front and back), it is only for the convenience of describing the technical solution of this application, and does not indicate or imply that the technical features referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, it cannot be understood as a limitation on this application.
[0030] In this application, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means more than two, "greater than," "less than," and "exceed" are understood to exclude the number itself; "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the number itself. In the description of this application, the use of "first" or "second" is solely for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and is not to be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, implicitly specifying the number of the indicated technical features, or implicitly specifying the order of the indicated technical features.
[0031] In this application, unless otherwise expressly defined, terms such as "disposed," "installed," and "connected" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they may refer to direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; fixed connection or detachable connection or integral molding; mechanical connection or electrical connection or mutual communication; and internal connection between two components or interaction between two components. Persons skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific content of the technical solution.
[0032] in, Figure 1 The reference direction coordinate system of the embodiment of the present application is given below. Figure 1 The embodiments of the present application are described with reference to the directions shown.
[0033] An embodiment of the present application provides a camera lifting structure, characterized by comprising a cover assembly 100;
[0034] The self-locking mechanism 200 has a locked state and an ejected state. The self-locking mechanism 200 includes a housing 210 and a clip 220. The housing 210 is mounted on the cover assembly 100.
[0035] The lens assembly 300 includes a camera body 310 and a connecting shaft 320. One end of the connecting shaft 320 is connected to the camera body 310. The other end of the connecting shaft 320 is provided with a card block 321 that cooperates with the clip 220. Press the camera body 310 once, the self-locking mechanism 200 is in a locked state, the clip 220 locks the card block 321, and the camera body 310 is in a hidden position. Continue to press the camera body 310 a second time, the self-locking mechanism 200 is in a pop-up state, and the camera body 310 is in the use position.
[0036] The camera body 310 of the camera lifting structure can reciprocate relative to the cover assembly 100, and the camera body 310 is switched between the use position and the hidden position through the self-locking mechanism 200. When it is not needed, the camera body 310 is pressed to make the camera body 310 located in the hidden position (hidden inside the device and invisible). At this time, the clip 220 locks the block 321, and the camera body 310 cannot move. When it is needed, pressing the camera body 310 a second time can extend the camera body 310 to the use position and work, thereby realizing the positioning and self-locking of the camera body 310. The camera lifting structure has two states, and the pop-up and hiding functions of the camera body 310 are realized by manually pressing the camera body 310.
[0037] In some embodiments, a guide shaft 330 is provided between the camera body 310 and the cover assembly 100 and is arranged parallel to the connecting shaft 320. One end of the guide shaft 330 is connected to the camera body 310, and the other end of the guide shaft 330 extends into the cover assembly 100. A guide groove 130 is provided on the cover assembly 100 to cooperate with the guide shaft 330. The guide shaft 330 can guide the movement direction of the camera body 310 to avoid the position of the camera body 310 being offset after it is extended.
[0038] Specifically, the connecting shaft 320 is a square shaft, which is not easy to rotate, ensuring the smooth operation of the camera body 310. The guide shaft 330 is a round shaft, which plays a guiding role, so that the camera body 310 can be raised and lowered smoothly. One end of the guide shaft 330 is connected to the camera body 310, and the other end extends into the cover assembly 100 and passes through the cover assembly 100, that is, the length of the guide shaft 330 is designed to exceed the cover assembly 100 to play a better guiding and positioning role.
[0039] See also Figure 2 、 Figure 3 The two guide shafts 330 are located on both sides of the connecting shaft 320, so that the structure of the camera lifting structure is reasonable and the smooth lifting of the camera body 310 is ensured. Figure 4 The cover plate assembly 100 is provided with a guide hole 140 for passing the connecting shaft 320 , and the guide hole 140 is located between the two guide grooves 130 .
[0040] See also Figure 1 The cover assembly 100 includes an upper cover 210 and a lower cover 220 that cooperate with each other. The lower cover 120 is provided with a slot 121 for installing the shell 210, which facilitates the installation and positioning of the shell 210, making the structure of the camera lifting structure more stable. The slot 121 is located between the two guide grooves 130. The upper cover 210 and the lower cover 220 are detachably connected, which facilitates the disassembly and maintenance of the structure between the upper cover 210 and the lower cover 220.
[0041] A return spring 340 is sleeved on the guide shaft 330, and the return spring 340 is installed in the guide hole 140. A limit portion 331 is provided on the guide shaft 330, and the limit portion 331 abuts against the end of the return spring 340. The return spring 340 is used for the required rebound force for the lifting and lowering movement of the camera body 310. The limit portion 331 is a stop disk, which can limit the range of movement and prevent the camera body 310 from exceeding the predetermined position; the stop disk can ensure that the camera body 310 is in the correct position; and prevent collision and damage: avoid excessive contact and damage between the camera body 310 and the cover assembly 100; the stop disk helps to maintain the accuracy and stability of the camera lifting structure, and the stop disk can play a role in safety protection.
[0042] In some embodiments, a buffer portion 332 is provided on the guide shaft 330, and the buffer portion 332 is located between the camera body 310 and the limit portion 331. The buffer portion 332 is a rubber ring, which is used to buffer the impact force of the lens assembly popping out. The rubber ring has good elasticity and can effectively absorb impact energy, reduce vibration and impact force; and has high wear resistance, which can extend the service life; good corrosion resistance, and good tolerance to many chemicals; good sealing, which can provide a good sealing effect; can quickly return to its original state after being subjected to pressure; and compared with other buffer materials, the price is relatively economical; easy to install, and relatively simple to replace.
[0043] When the camera body 310 is pressed once, the clamp 220 will loosen the square shaft, and the guide shaft 330 will move upward for a distance until the buffer part 332 contacts the top of the cover assembly 100. The camera body 310 will quickly pop up to a certain height. At this time, the camera body 310 is in a pop-up state. When the camera body 310 is pressed downward again, the guide shaft 330 will move downward for a distance, the square shaft is clamped by the clamp 220, and the camera body 310 is hidden.
[0044] The clip 220 includes a moving part 222 and two clamping parts 221. In the locked state, the two clamping parts 221 lock the card block 321, and the moving part 222 drives the clamping parts 221 to extend into the shell 210. In the pop-up state, the moving part 222 drives the two clamping parts 221 to extend out of the shell 210, and the two clamping parts 221 release the card block 321. In other words, the card block 321 and the clamping parts 221 can be connected or separated, that is, the camera body 310 has two states, both of which are achieved by manually pressing the camera body 310 to realize the pop-up and hiding functions of the camera body 310.
[0045] It is understandable that the self-locking mechanism 200 can be an existing product on the market, installed on the cover assembly 100, and can clamp and release the connecting shaft 320.
[0046] See also Figure 4The moving part 222 is rotatably connected to a rotating arm 230, and a slider 231 is provided at the end of the rotating arm 230. The housing 210 is provided with a slide groove 220 that cooperates with the slider. The slider 231 can reciprocate along the slide groove 220. The slide groove 220 is provided with a first limit position 221 and a second limit position 222. In the locked state, the slider 231 is located at the first limit position 221, and in the pop-up state, the slider 231 is located at the second limit position 222.
[0047] See also Figure 4 The slide groove 220 is in a broken line shape, and the first limit position 221 and the second limit position 222 are located at the turning point of the slide groove 220 to limit the specific movement range of the camera body 310.
[0048] An elastic component 240 is provided between the shell 210 and the clip 220. The elastic component 240 is a spring. The spring can quickly return to its original shape after deformation. The design and manufacturing are relatively simple, and the price is relatively economical. It has a long service life and high reliability, ensuring the stable operation of the camera lifting structure.
[0049] The present application also provides a smart terminal, which includes a housing 400 and the camera lifting structure in the above embodiment, see Figure 7 , the hidden position is located inside the housing 400, see Figure 6 The use position is located outside the housing 400. When in use, press the camera body 310 once, the self-locking mechanism 200 is locked, the clamp 220 locks the block 321, and the camera body 310 is hidden inside the housing 400; press the camera body 310 a second time, the self-locking mechanism 200 is in the pop-up state, and the camera body 310 extends from the housing 400, making it easier to use for video recording.
[0050] Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "example," "embodiment," or "some embodiments" indicate that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with that embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.
[0051] Of course, the invention is not limited to the above-mentioned embodiments. Those skilled in the art may make equivalent modifications or substitutions without violating the spirit of the present application. These equivalent modifications or substitutions are all within the scope defined by the claims of the present application.
Claims
1. A camera lifting structure, characterized in that: include Cover assembly; A self-locking mechanism, the self-locking mechanism having a locked state and a pop-up state, the self-locking mechanism comprising a housing and a clip, the housing being mounted on the cover assembly; The lens assembly includes a camera body and a connecting shaft, one end of the connecting shaft is connected to the camera body, and the other end of the connecting shaft is provided with a card block that cooperates with the clip. When the camera body is pressed once, the self-locking mechanism is in a locked state, the clip locks the card block, and the camera body is in a hidden position. When the camera body is pressed a second time, the self-locking mechanism is in a pop-up state, and the camera body is in a use position.
2. The camera lifting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A guide shaft arranged parallel to the connecting shaft is provided between the camera body and the cover assembly, one end of the guide shaft is connected to the camera body, and the other end of the guide shaft extends into the cover assembly, and a guide groove cooperating with the guide shaft is provided on the cover assembly.
3. The camera lifting structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The two guide shafts are located on both sides of the connecting shaft. The cover plate assembly is provided with a guide hole for passing the connecting shaft, and the guide hole is located between the two guide grooves.
4. The camera lifting structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cover plate assembly includes an upper cover and a lower cover that cooperate with each other. The lower cover is provided with a slot for installing the shell, and the slot is located between the two guide grooves.
5. The camera lifting structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: A return spring is sleeved on the guide shaft and installed in the guide hole. A limiting portion is provided on the guide shaft and abuts against an end of the return spring.
6. The camera lifting structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: A buffer portion is provided on the guide shaft, and the buffer portion is located between the camera body and the limiting portion.
7. The camera lifting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamp includes a moving component and two clamping parts. In a locked state, the two clamping parts lock the card block, and the moving component drives the clamping parts to extend into the shell. In an ejected state, the moving component drives the two clamping parts to extend out of the shell, and the two clamping parts release the card block.
8. The camera lifting structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: The moving component is rotatably connected to a rotating arm, and a slider is provided at the end of the rotating arm. The housing is provided with a sliding groove that cooperates with the slider, and the sliding groove is provided with a first extreme position and a second extreme position. In the locked state, the slider is located at the first extreme position, and in the pop-up state, the slider is located at the second extreme position.
9. The camera lifting structure according to claim 8, characterized in that: The chute is in a broken line shape, and the first limit position and the second limit position are located at the turning point of the chute.
10. An intelligent terminal, characterized in that: The invention comprises a housing and the camera lifting structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the hidden position is located inside the housing, and the use position is located outside the housing.