Shell assembly and intelligent terminal

Abstract

The utility model provides a shell assembly and an intelligent terminal, the shell assembly is used for the intelligent terminal, the shell assembly comprises a shell and a rocker module, and the rocker module is detachably or movably connected with the shell; the rocker module is configured to be capable of being adsorbed on a touch screen of the intelligent terminal so as to control a display interface of the touch screen. According to the shell assembly provided by the invention, the rocker module which is detachably or movably connected relative to the shell is arranged, so that when the rocker module needs to be used, connection between the shell of the shell assembly and the rocker module can be quickly cancelled, and the rocker module can be conveniently used; when the rocker module is not used, the rocker module can be connected to the shell of the shell assembly, the rocker module is convenient to carry, and meanwhile the rocker module is prevented from being lost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of smart terminals, and in particular to a housing assembly and a smart terminal. Background Art

[0002] With the vigorous development of smart mobile devices, mobile phones, tablet computers, etc. have become electronic devices that people carry with them on a daily basis. In particular, the emergence of more and more large-screen touch screen smartphones has promoted the development of the mobile game industry. The performance of mobile phones is getting higher and higher, and the display effects and playability of mobile games are getting higher and higher, which has greatly attracted people's attention.

[0003] Most touch-screen mobile phones have operation keys designed into mobile game programs, which are then displayed on the touch screen so that people can touch and control the game. In order to prevent sweaty hands from affecting the game control experience, people will stick a joystick module on the touch screen and then control the game through the joystick module.

[0004] However, the joystick module is easy to lose and inconvenient to carry. Utility Model Content

[0005] In response to the above technical problems, the present application provides a shell assembly and a smart terminal, which can integrate a joystick module into the shell assembly, facilitate the carrying of the joystick module, and effectively prevent the loss of the joystick module.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, an embodiment of the present application provides a shell assembly for a smart terminal, wherein the shell assembly includes a shell and a joystick module, and the joystick module is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell; the joystick module is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to control the display interface of the touch screen.

[0007] Optionally, a limiting groove is provided on a side of the shell facing away from the smart terminal, and the joystick module is detachably arranged in the limiting groove.

[0008] Optionally, a flexible connector is connected to the edge of the shell, and the rocker module is connected to the flexible connector.

[0009] Optionally, a protrusion is provided on a side of the housing facing away from the smart terminal, and the protrusion is surrounded to form a limiting groove; and / or the contour shape of the limiting groove matches the contour shape of the rocker module.

[0010] Optionally, the outline of the limiting groove is circular, and the outline of the rocker module is circular.

[0011] Optionally, the shell assembly also includes a snap-fit mechanism, which is arranged on the side of the limiting groove; the snap-fit mechanism includes a support, a snap-fit member and an elastic member, the support is connected to the shell, and the support has a movable groove; the snap-fit member is slidably arranged in the movable groove; the elastic member is arranged in the movable groove and abuts between the groove wall of the movable groove and the snap-fit member, and the elastic member is configured to apply a force toward the limiting groove to the snap-fit member; the snap-fit member is configured to move along the movable groove so that the snap-fit member is engaged with or separated from the rocker module.

[0012] Optionally, the clamping member includes a clamping portion and a sliding portion, the clamping portion is connected to the sliding portion, and the sliding portion at least partially protrudes to the outside of the movable groove; when the clamping member is clamped to the rocker module, the clamping portion abuts against the rocker module.

[0013] Optionally, the sliding portion protrudes to the outside of the movable groove toward a side of the movable groove away from the smart terminal.

[0014] Optionally, one of the rocker module and the limiting slot is provided with a first magnetic member, and the other of the rocker module and the limiting slot is provided with a metal member or a second magnetic member, so that when the rocker module is located in the limiting slot, the rocker module is adsorbed to the shell.

[0015] Optionally, at least one of the first magnetic member and the second magnetic member is a magnet block.

[0016] Optionally, there are multiple first magnetic parts and multiple second magnetic parts, and the first magnetic parts correspond to the second magnetic parts. When the rocker module is adsorbed on the shell, the first magnetic part is opposite to the second magnetic part, and there is suction between the first magnetic part and the corresponding second magnetic part.

[0017] Optionally, the flexible connecting member is a flexible rope, a first end of the flexible rope is connected to a corner position of the shell, and a second end of the flexible rope is connected to the rocker module.

[0018] Optionally, the shell has a first connection hole, the rocker module has a second connection hole, and the flexible connector passes through the first connection hole and the second connection hole in sequence.

[0019] Optionally, an inner circumferential edge of the limiting groove is provided with an internal thread, and an outer circumferential edge of the rocker module is provided with an external thread; the rocker module is configured to be fixed in the limiting groove by screwing the external thread and the internal thread.

[0020] Optionally, the inner edge of the limit groove is provided with a snap-fit protrusion and one of the snap-fit groove, and the circumferential outer edge of the rocker module is provided with a snap-fit protrusion and the other of the snap-fit groove; the rocker module is configured to be fixed in the limit groove by snapping the snap-fit protrusion and the snap-fit groove.

[0021] An embodiment of the present application provides a smart terminal, which may include a device body and a housing assembly in the above technical solution.

[0022] Optionally, the device body has a shell; the shell of the shell assembly is sleeved on the outside of the shell, or the shell of the shell assembly and the shell are an integral part.

[0023] As described above, the housing assembly of the present application is used in a smart terminal. The housing assembly includes a housing and a joystick module. The joystick module is detachably connected or movably connected to the housing. The joystick module is configured to be adsorbed onto the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen. The housing assembly provided by the present application is provided with a joystick module that is detachably connected or movably connected relative to the housing. When the joystick module is needed, the connection between the housing of the housing assembly and the joystick module can be quickly canceled, making it easier to use the joystick module. When the joystick module is not in use, the joystick module can be connected to the housing of the housing assembly, making it easier to carry the joystick module and preventing it from being lost. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] The accompanying drawings herein are incorporated into and constitute a part of the specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application, and together with the specification, are used to explain the principles of the present application. In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for describing the embodiments. Obviously, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without inventive work.

[0025] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of part of the internal structure of the middle shell assembly;

[0027] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the joystick module provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0028] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the internal structure;

[0029] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 2 ;

[0030] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Cross-sectional view of middle AA;

[0031] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of part A;

[0032] Figure 8Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 3 ;

[0033] Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 4 ;

[0034] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Cross-section of the middle BB;

[0035] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 5 ;

[0036] Figure 12 for Figure 11 Cross-sectional view of CC in ;

[0037] Figure 13 A schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a mobile terminal provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0038] Description of reference numerals:

[0039] 10. Housing assembly; 100. Housing; 101. Limiting groove; 102. Opening; 103. Internal thread;

[0040] 200, rocker module; 201, external thread; 210, rocker body; 220, adsorption element;

[0041] 300, raised portion;

[0042] 400, clamping mechanism; 410, support; 411, movable groove; 420, clamping member; 421, clamping portion; 422, sliding portion; 430, elastic member;

[0043] 510, first magnetic member; 520, second magnetic member;

[0044] 600, flexible connector;

[0045] 710, snap-fit protrusion; 720, snap-fit groove.

[0046] The purpose of this application, its features, and advantages will be further described in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and the accompanying text are not intended to limit the scope of the present application in any way, but rather to illustrate the concepts of this application to those skilled in the art by reference to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, with examples illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description, when referring to the drawings, identical numerals in different figures represent identical or similar elements, unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments are not intended to represent all embodiments consistent with the present application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatus and methods consistent with certain aspects of the present application, as detailed in the appended claims.

[0048] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms "include", "comprises" or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device comprising a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "comprising a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device comprising the element. Optionally, components, features, and elements with the same name in different embodiments of the present application may have the same meaning or different meanings, and their specific meanings need to be determined based on their explanation in the specific embodiment or further combined with the context of the specific embodiment.

[0049] It should be understood that in the description of this application, terms such as "inside" and "outside" indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0050] In addition, it should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "connected" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can mean fixed connection, detachable connection, or integral connection; it can mean mechanical connection or electrical connection; it can mean direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean internal communication between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0051] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood to indicate or imply relative importance or implicitly specify the number of the technical features indicated. Therefore, features specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of this application, "plurality" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0052] Throughout this specification, reference to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "examples," "specific examples," or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative expressions 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.

[0053] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present application and are not intended to limit the present application.

[0054] To facilitate understanding, the application scenarios to which the embodiments of the present application are applicable are first described below.

[0055] With the vigorous development of smart mobile devices, mobile phones, tablet computers, etc. have become electronic devices that people carry with them on a daily basis. In particular, the emergence of more and more large-screen touch screen smartphones has promoted the development of the mobile game industry. The performance of mobile phones is getting higher and higher, and the display effects and playability of mobile games are getting higher and higher, which has greatly attracted people's attention.

[0056] Currently, most mobile phones suitable for touch screens have operation keys designed into mobile game programs, which make it easier for people to control the game by touch by displaying the operation keys on the touch screen.

[0057] In the prior art, in order to prevent sweaty hands from affecting the game control experience, people would attach an external controller to the mobile phone, or attach a joystick module to the touch screen, and then control the game through a micro joystick.

[0058] However, when the rocker module is not in use, it is easy to be lost, and it is inconvenient to carry the rocker module.

[0059] The embodiment of the present application provides a shell assembly and a smart terminal, wherein the shell assembly is used for the smart terminal. The shell assembly includes a shell and a joystick module, and the joystick module is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell; the joystick module is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen. The shell assembly provided by the embodiment of the present application is provided with a joystick module that is detachably connected or movably connected relative to the shell, so that when the joystick module is needed, the connection between the shell of the shell assembly and the joystick module can be quickly canceled, which is convenient for the use of the joystick module. When the joystick module is not in use, the joystick module can be connected to the shell of the shell assembly, which is convenient for carrying the joystick module and prevents the joystick module from being lost.

[0060] Based on the above-mentioned structure of the smart terminal and the upper shell assembly of the smart terminal, various embodiments of the present application are proposed.

[0061] First embodiment

[0062] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly 10 provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 1 ; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a portion of the internal structure of the middle housing assembly 10; Figure 3 A schematic structural diagram of a joystick module 200 provided in an embodiment of the present application; Figure 4 for Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the internal structure.

[0063] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the present application provides a housing assembly 10 for a smart terminal.

[0064] In an embodiment of the present application, the shell assembly 10 includes a shell 100 and a joystick module 200, and the joystick module 200 is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell 100; the joystick module 200 is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen.

[0065] By providing a rocker module 200 that is detachably connected or movably connected relative to the shell 100, when the rocker module 200 is needed, the connection between the shell 100 of the shell assembly 10 and the rocker module 200 can be quickly cancelled, which facilitates the use of the rocker module 200. When the rocker module 200 is not in use, the rocker module 200 can be connected to the shell 100 of the shell assembly 10, which facilitates carrying the rocker module 200 and prevents the rocker module 200 from being lost.

[0066] Please continue to refer to Figures 1 to 4 In one possible implementation, a retaining groove 101 is provided on the side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the joystick module 200 is detachably disposed in the retaining groove 101. The retaining groove 101 facilitates the detachable connection between the joystick module 200 and the housing 100, thereby locating and installing the joystick module 200.

[0067] Optionally, a raised portion 300 is provided on the side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the raised portion 300 surrounds and forms a retaining groove 101; and / or the contour of the retaining groove 101 matches the contour of the rocker module 200. The provision of the raised portion 300 makes the retaining groove 101 more visible and easier to see, facilitating the positioning of the rocker module 200. Optionally, the contour of the retaining groove 101 matches the contour of the rocker module 200, facilitating quick installation of the rocker module 200.

[0068] Optionally, the contour shape of the limiting groove 101 is circular, and the contour shape of the rocker module 200 is circular; of course, the contour shapes of the limiting groove 101 and the rocker module 200 can also be square or elliptical. The embodiment of the present application does not limit the specific contour shape of the rocker module 200. It is only necessary that the contour shape of the limiting groove 101 matches the contour shape of the rocker module 200. When the contour shape of the limiting groove 101 and the contour shape of the rocker module 200 are both circular, the rocker module 200 can be quickly installed.

[0069] Optionally, refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the joystick module 200 includes a joystick body 210 and at least one adsorption member 220. The joystick body 210 is connected to the adsorption member 220. The joystick body 210 is used to abut against the touch screen of the smart terminal and operate the display interface of the touch screen. The adsorption member 220 can be a suction cup. The adsorption member 220 can be adsorbed on the touch screen to fix the joystick body 210. The joystick body 210 is a prior art in the relevant field and is not limited in this application.

[0070] Optionally, the smart terminal has a camera module. The housing 100 has an opening 102. The housing 100 can be sleeved on the outside of the smart terminal, with the opening 102 facing the camera module.

[0071] Optionally, the shape of the opening 102 can match the outer contour of the camera module, so that when the housing assembly 10 is mounted on the smart terminal, the inner edge of the opening 102 is closely matched with the circumferential side wall of the camera module.

[0072] Optionally, the camera module has at least one lens, and the at least one lens is centrally arranged in the opening 102. The edge of the opening 102 is higher than the top surface of the lens, which plays a protective role for the entire camera module.

[0073] In some implementations, reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the housing assembly 10 further includes a snap-fit mechanism 400, which is disposed on the side of the limiting groove 101. The snap-fit mechanism 400 includes a support 410, a snap-fit member 420, and an elastic member 430. The support 410 is connected to the housing 100. Specifically, the support 410 may be bonded to the housing 100. The support 410 has a movable groove 411. The snap-fit member 420 is slidably disposed within the movable groove 411. The elastic member 430 is disposed within the movable groove 411 and abuts between the groove wall of the movable groove 411 and the snap-fit member 420. The elastic member 430 is configured to apply a force to the snap-fit member 420 toward the limiting groove 101. The snap-fit member 420 is configured to move along the movable groove 411 to engage or disengage the snap-fit member 420 with the rocker module 200.

[0074] Optionally, when the clamping member 420 is clamped with the rocker module 200, the elastic member 430 applies a force on the clamping member 420 toward the limit groove 101, so that the clamping member 420 moves toward the rocker module 200 until the clamping member 420 is clamped with the rocker module 200; on the contrary, when the clamping member 420 is separated from the rocker module 200, the clamping member 420 is operated to move toward the groove wall of the movable groove 411. At this time, the elastic member 430 is further compressed, and the clamping member 420 moves away from the rocker module 200, so that the clamping member 420 is separated from the rocker module 200. This process is simple to operate and facilitates the clamping or separation of the clamping member 420 and the rocker module 200.

[0075] Optionally, the elastic member 430 is a spring.

[0076] Optionally, the clamping member 420 includes a clamping portion 421 and a sliding portion 422. The clamping portion 421 is connected to the sliding portion 422, and the sliding portion 422 at least partially protrudes outside the movable groove 411. When the clamping member 420 is engaged with the rocker module 200, the clamping portion 421 abuts the rocker module 200. To operate the rocker module 200, the sliding portion 422, located outside the movable groove 411, is dragged to move the clamping portion 421 toward or away from the rocker module 200. The sliding portion 422 at least partially protrudes outside the movable groove 411, facilitating its movement.

[0077] Optionally, the sliding portion 422 protrudes to the outside of the movable groove 411 toward the side of the movable groove 411 away from the smart terminal. In this way, the sliding portion 422 protruding to the outside of the movable groove 411 can be easily observed to facilitate positioning and operation. Of course, the sliding portion 422 can also protrude from the side wall of the movable groove 411 to the outside of the movable groove 411.

[0078] Second embodiment

[0079] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly 10 provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 2 ; Figure 6 for Figure 5 Cross-sectional view of middle AA; Figure 7 for Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure of part A.

[0080] like Figure 5 、 Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, combined with Figure 3 and Figure 4 The present application provides a housing assembly 10 for a smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may include at least a portion of the outer surface covering the smart terminal, thereby protecting the smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may also act as a buffer when the smart terminal falls.

[0081] The shell assembly 10 includes a shell 100 and a joystick module 200, which is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell 100; the joystick module 200 is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen.

[0082] Optionally, a limiting groove 101 is provided on a side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the joystick module 200 is detachably disposed in the limiting groove 101 .

[0083] Optionally, a protrusion 300 is provided on the side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the protrusion 300 is arranged to form a limiting groove 101; and / or the contour shape of the limiting groove 101 matches the contour shape of the rocker module 200.

[0084] Optionally, one of the rocker module 200 and the limiting slot 101 is provided with a first magnetic part 510, and the other of the rocker module 200 and the limiting slot 101 is provided with a metal part or a second magnetic part 520, so that when the rocker module 200 is located in the limiting slot 101, the rocker module 200 is adsorbed to the shell 100.

[0085] By providing the first magnetic member 510 and the metal member or the first magnetic member 510 and the second magnetic member 520 , magnetic force can be utilized to achieve a quick connection between the rocker module 200 and the limiting groove 101 , thereby further improving convenience.

[0086] Optionally, at least one of the first magnetic part 510 and the second magnetic part 520 is a magnet block. By setting up the magnet block, it can play a limiting role in the installation of the first magnetic part 510 or the second magnetic part 520, thereby preventing the first magnetic part 510 or the second magnetic part 520 from rotating loose due to vibration.

[0087] Optionally, a plurality of first magnetic members 510 and second magnetic members 520 are provided, and the first magnetic members 510 correspond to the second magnetic members 520. When the rocker module 200 is adsorbed onto the housing 100, the first magnetic member 510 and the second magnetic member 520 face each other, and there is an attractive force between the first magnetic member 510 and the corresponding second magnetic member 520. By providing a plurality of first magnetic members 510 and second magnetic members 520, the number of connection points between the first magnetic members 510 and the second magnetic members 520 can be increased, thereby improving the connection stability between the rocker module 200 and the limiting slot 101.

[0088] Optionally, the plurality of first magnetic members 510 and the plurality of second magnetic members 520 are evenly distributed within the circumferential surface.

[0089] Optionally, refer to Figure 7As shown, a plurality of first magnetic members 510 are provided on the rocker module 200 , and a metal member or a second magnetic member 520 is provided in the limiting groove 101 .

[0090] Third embodiment

[0091] Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly 10 provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 3 .

[0092] Reference Figure 8 As shown, combined with Figure 3 and Figure 4 The present application provides a housing assembly 10 for a smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may include at least a portion of the outer surface covering the smart terminal, thereby protecting the smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may also act as a buffer when the smart terminal falls.

[0093] In an embodiment of the present application, the shell assembly 10 includes a shell 100 and a joystick module 200, and the joystick module 200 is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell 100; the joystick module 200 is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen.

[0094] Optionally, a flexible connector 600 is connected to the edge of the housing 100 , and the rocker module 200 is connected to the flexible connector 600 .

[0095] By setting up the flexible connecting member 600, on the one hand, it serves to connect the rocker module 200 and the shell 100 to prevent the rocker module 200 from being separated from the shell 100 and lost; on the other hand, the adsorption member 220 on the rocker module 200 can be adsorbed to any position on the shell 100 to fix the position of the rocker module 200 and further improve convenience.

[0096] Optionally, the flexible connector 600 is a flexible rope, the first end of the flexible rope is connected to the corner of the shell 100, and the second end of the flexible rope is connected to the rocker module 200. This arrangement can avoid interference between the flexible connector 600 and the smart terminal, and prevent the rocker module 200 from being lost.

[0097] Optionally, the shell 100 has a first connection hole, the rocker module 200 has a second connection hole, and the flexible connector 600 is sequentially passed through the first connection hole and the second connection hole. By setting the first connection hole and the second connection hole, the flexible connector 600 can more quickly connect the rocker module 200 and the shell 100.

[0098] Fourth embodiment

[0099] Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly 10 provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 4 ; Figure 10 for Figure 9 Cross-section of the BB.

[0100] Reference Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the present application provides a housing assembly 10 for a smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may include at least a portion of the outer surface covering the smart terminal, thereby protecting the smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may also act as a buffer when the smart terminal falls.

[0101] The shell assembly 10 includes a shell 100 and a joystick module 200, which is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell 100; the joystick module 200 is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen.

[0102] Optionally, a limiting groove 101 is provided on a side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the joystick module 200 is detachably disposed in the limiting groove 101 .

[0103] Optionally, a protrusion 300 is provided on the side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the protrusion 300 is arranged to form a limiting groove 101; and / or the contour shape of the limiting groove 101 matches the contour shape of the rocker module 200.

[0104] Optionally, an internal thread 103 is provided on the circumferential inner edge of the limiting groove 101, and an external thread 201 is provided on the circumferential outer side of the rocker module 200; the rocker module 200 is configured to be fixed in the limiting groove 101 by screwing the external thread 201 and the internal thread 103.

[0105] By providing a connection between the external thread 201 and the internal thread 103, the external thread 201 and the internal thread 103 precisely match each other, achieving a good fastening effect, ensuring connection reliability, and improving the connection stability between the rocker module 200 and the limiting groove 101. The connection between the external thread 201 and the internal thread 103 is simple and easy to understand, and is convenient to operate, without requiring complex tools or skills, thereby improving ease of operation.

[0106] Fifth embodiment

[0107] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the structure of the housing assembly 10 provided in the embodiment of the present application Figure 5 ; Figure 12 for Figure 11 Cross-sectional view of CC in .

[0108] Reference Figure 11 and Figure 12As shown, the present application provides a housing assembly 10 for a smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may include at least a portion of the outer surface covering the smart terminal, thereby protecting the smart terminal. The housing assembly 10 may also act as a buffer when the smart terminal falls.

[0109] The shell assembly 10 includes a shell 100 and a joystick module 200, which is detachably connected or movably connected to the shell 100; the joystick module 200 is configured to be adsorbed on the touch screen of the smart terminal to manipulate the display interface of the touch screen.

[0110] Optionally, a limiting groove 101 is provided on a side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the joystick module 200 is detachably disposed in the limiting groove 101 .

[0111] Optionally, a protrusion 300 is provided on the side of the housing 100 facing away from the smart terminal, and the protrusion 300 is arranged to form a limiting groove 101; and / or the contour shape of the limiting groove 101 matches the contour shape of the rocker module 200.

[0112] Optionally, the inner edge of the limit groove 101 is provided with one of the snap-fit protrusions 710 and the snap-fit groove 720, and the circumferential outer edge of the rocker module 200 is provided with the other of the snap-fit protrusions 710 and the snap-fit groove 720; the rocker module 200 is configured to be fixed in the limit groove 101 by snapping the snap-fit protrusions 710 and the snap-fit groove 720.

[0113] By providing the snap-fit protrusion 710 and the snap-fit groove 720, the rocker module 200 can be quickly positioned and connected to the limiting groove 101. The operation process is intuitive and simple, and easy to understand and execute.

[0114] Optionally, refer to Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the outer circumferential edge of the rocker module 200 has a snap-fit groove 720 , and the inner edge of the limiting groove 101 has a snap-fit protrusion 710 .

[0115] Sixth embodiment

[0116] Please refer to Figures 1 to 12 An embodiment of the present application provides a smart terminal, which may include a device body (not shown in the drawings) and a housing assembly 10 in any of the above technical solutions.

[0117] Optionally, the device body has a housing, and the housing 100 of the housing assembly 10 is sleeved on the outer side of the housing, or the housing 100 of the housing assembly 10 is an integral part with the housing. This embodiment of the application does not specifically limit this.

[0118] Optionally, the housing assembly 10 may also serve as a housing of a smart terminal, which is not specifically limited in the present embodiment.

[0119] By providing a smart terminal with a shell assembly 10 in any of the above technical solutions, when the joystick module 200 needs to be used, the connection between the shell 100 of the shell assembly 10 and the joystick module 200 can be quickly cancelled, which is convenient for the use of the joystick module 200. When the joystick module 200 is not in use, the joystick module 200 can be connected to the shell 100 of the shell assembly 10, which is convenient for carrying the joystick module 200 and prevents the joystick module 200 from being lost.

[0120] Optionally, the smart terminal may be implemented in various forms. For example, the smart terminal described in this application may include mobile smart terminals such as mobile phones, tablet computers, laptop computers, PDAs, portable media players (PMPs), navigation devices, wearable devices, smart bracelets, pedometers, etc., as well as fixed terminals such as digital TVs and desktop computers.

[0121] The subsequent description will be made using a mobile smart terminal as an example. Those skilled in the art will understand that, in addition to components specifically used for mobile purposes, the configuration according to the embodiments of the present application can also be applied to fixed-type terminals.

[0122] See also Figure 13 , which is a schematic diagram of the hardware structure of a smart terminal for implementing various embodiments of the present application. The smart terminal 1000 may include: an RF (Radio Frequency) unit 1010, a WiFi module 1020, an audio output unit 1030, an A / V (audio / video) input unit 1040, a sensor 1050, a display unit 1060, a user input unit 1070, an interface unit 1080, a memory 1090, a processor 1100, and a power supply 1110. Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 13 The structure of the smart terminal shown in the figure does not constitute a limitation on the smart terminal. The smart terminal may include more or fewer components than shown in the figure, or combine certain components, or arrange the components differently.

[0123] The following combination Figure 13 A detailed introduction to each component of the smart terminal:

[0124] The RF unit 1010 can be used to send and receive information or receive signals during calls. Specifically, it receives downlink information from the base station and transmits it to the processor 1100 for processing. It also transmits uplink data to the base station. Typically, the RF unit 1010 includes, but is not limited to, an antenna, at least one amplifier, a transceiver, a coupler, a low-noise amplifier, a duplexer, and more. Furthermore, the RF unit 1010 can communicate with the network and other devices via wireless communication. The above-mentioned wireless communications may use any communication standard or protocol, including but not limited to GSM (Global System of Mobile communication), GPRS (General Packet Radio Service), CDMA2000 (Code Division Multiple Access 2000), WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access), TD-SCDMA (Time Division-Synchronous Code Division Multiple Access), FDD-LTE (Frequency Division Duplexing-Long Term Evolution), TDD-LTE (Time Division Duplexing-Long Term Evolution) and 5G, etc.

[0125] WiFi is a short-range wireless transmission technology. Smart terminals can help users send and receive emails, browse web pages, and access streaming media through the WiFi module 1020. It provides users with wireless broadband Internet access. Figure 13 The WiFi module 1020 is shown, but it is understandable that it is not a necessary component of the smart terminal and can be omitted as needed without changing the essence of the present application.

[0126] The audio output unit 1030 can convert audio data received by the RF unit 1010 or the WiFi module 1020 or stored in the memory 1090 into an audio signal and output it as sound when the smart terminal 1000 is in a call signal reception mode, a call mode, a recording mode, a voice recognition mode, a broadcast reception mode, or the like. Furthermore, the audio output unit 1030 can also provide audio output related to a specific function performed by the smart terminal 1000 (e.g., a call signal reception sound, a message reception sound, etc.). The audio output unit 1030 may include a speaker, a buzzer, and the like.

[0127] The A / V input unit 1040 is used to receive audio or video signals. The A / V input unit 1040 may include a graphics processing unit (GPU) 1041 and a microphone 1042. The GPU 1041 processes image data of still images or videos obtained by an image capture device (such as a camera) in video capture mode or image capture mode. The processed image frames can be displayed on the display unit 1060. The image frames processed by the GPU 1041 can be stored in the memory 1090 (or other storage medium) or transmitted via the RF unit 1010 or the WiFi module 1020. The microphone 1042 can receive sound (audio data) in operating modes such as phone call mode, recording mode, and voice recognition mode, and can process such sound into audio data. In phone call mode, the processed audio (voice) data can be converted into a format that can be transmitted to a mobile communication base station via the RF unit 1010 for output. The microphone 1042 may implement various types of noise cancellation (or suppression) algorithms to cancel (or suppress) noise or interference generated in the process of receiving and transmitting audio signals.

[0128] The smart terminal 1000 also includes at least one sensor 1050, such as a light sensor, a motion sensor, and other sensors. Optionally, the light sensor includes an ambient light sensor and a proximity sensor. Optionally, the ambient light sensor can adjust the brightness of the display panel 1061 according to the brightness of the ambient light, and the proximity sensor can turn off the display panel 1061 and / or the backlight when the smart terminal 1000 is moved to the ear. As a type of motion sensor, the accelerometer sensor can detect the magnitude of acceleration in all directions (generally three axes), and can detect the magnitude and direction of gravity when stationary. It can be used for applications that recognize the posture of the mobile phone (such as horizontal and vertical screen switching, related games, magnetometer posture calibration), vibration recognition related functions (such as pedometer, tapping), etc.; as for other sensors that can be configured on the mobile phone, such as fingerprint sensors, pressure sensors, iris sensors, molecular sensors, gyroscopes, barometers, hygrometers, thermometers, infrared sensors, etc., they will not be described in detail here.

[0129] The display unit 1060 is used to display information input by the user or information provided to the user. The display unit 1060 may include a display panel 1061, which may be configured in the form of a liquid crystal display (LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), or the like.

[0130] The user input unit 1070 can be used to receive input digital or character information and generate key signal input related to the user settings and function control of the smart terminal. Optionally, the user input unit 1070 may include a touch panel 1071 and other input devices 1072. The touch panel 1071, also known as a touch screen, can collect user touch operations on or near it (such as operations performed by the user using a finger, stylus, or any other suitable object or accessory on or near the touch panel 1071) and drive the corresponding connection device according to a pre-set program. The touch panel 1071 may include two parts: a touch detection device and a touch controller. Optionally, the touch detection device detects the user's touch direction and detects the signal generated by the touch operation, and transmits the signal to the touch controller; the touch controller receives the touch information from the touch detection device and converts it into touch point coordinates, which are then sent to the processor 1100. It can also receive commands sent by the processor 1100 and execute them. In addition, the touch panel 1071 can be implemented using various types such as resistive, capacitive, infrared, and surface acoustic wave. In addition to the touch panel 1071, the user input unit 1070 may further include other input devices 1072. Optionally, the other input devices 1072 may include, but are not limited to, one or more of a physical keyboard, function keys (such as volume control keys, power keys, etc.), a trackball, a mouse, a joystick, etc., and the specifics are not limited here.

[0131] Optionally, the touch panel 1071 may cover the display panel 1061. When the touch panel 1071 detects a touch operation on or near it, it transmits the information to the processor 1100 to determine the type of touch event. The processor 1100 then provides a corresponding visual output on the display panel 1061 according to the type of touch event. Figure 13 In the figure, the touch panel 1071 and the display panel 1061 are two independent components to realize the input and output functions of the smart terminal. However, in some embodiments, the touch panel 1071 and the display panel 1061 can be integrated to realize the input and output functions of the smart terminal, which is not limited here.

[0132] The interface unit 1080 serves as an interface through which at least one external device can be connected to the smart terminal 1000. For example, the external device may include a wired or wireless headset port, an external power supply (or battery charger) port, a wired or wireless data port, a memory card port, a port for connecting a device with an identification module, an audio input / output (I / O) port, a video I / O port, a headphone port, etc. The interface unit 1080 may be used to receive input (e.g., data information, power, etc.) from the external device and transmit the received input to one or more components within the smart terminal 1000, or may be used to transmit data between the smart terminal 1000 and the external device.

[0133] Memory 1090 can be used to store software programs and various data. Memory 1090 may primarily include a program storage area and a data storage area. Optionally, the program storage area may store an operating system and at least one application required for a function (such as a sound playback function or an image playback function); the data storage area may store data generated based on the use of the phone (such as audio data, a phone book, etc.). Furthermore, memory 1090 may include high-speed random access memory and non-volatile memory, such as at least one disk storage device, flash memory device, or other volatile solid-state storage device.

[0134] Processor 1100 is the control center of the smart terminal, connecting all components of the smart terminal using various interfaces and circuits. By running or executing software programs and / or modules stored in memory 1090 and accessing data stored in memory 1090, it executes various functions of the smart terminal and processes data, thereby providing overall monitoring of the smart terminal. Processor 1100 may include one or more processing units; preferably, processor 1100 may integrate an application processor and a modem processor. Optionally, the application processor primarily processes the operating system, user interface, and application programs, while the modem processor primarily handles wireless communications. It is understood that the modem processor may not be integrated into processor 1100.

[0135] The smart terminal 1000 may also include a power supply 1110 (such as a battery) to supply power to each component. Preferably, the power supply 1110 may be logically connected to the processor 1100 through a power management system, thereby managing functions such as charging, discharging, and power consumption through the power management system.

[0136] although Figure 13 Not shown, the smart terminal 1000 may also include a Bluetooth module, etc., which will not be described in detail here.

[0137] The units / modules in the terminal of the embodiment of the present application can be merged, divided and deleted according to actual needs.

[0138] In this application, the same or similar terminology, technical solutions and / or application scenario descriptions are generally only described in detail the first time they appear. When they appear again later, they are generally not repeated for the sake of brevity. When understanding the technical solutions and other contents of this application, for the same or similar terminology, technical solutions and / or application scenario descriptions that are not described in detail later, you can refer to the previous relevant detailed descriptions.

[0139] In this application, the description of each embodiment has its own focus. For parts that are not described or recorded in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant description of other embodiments.

[0140] The various technical features of the technical solution of this application can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the various technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this application.

[0141] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present application and do not limit the patent scope of the present application. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made using the contents of the present application specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

[0142] It is understood that the above scenarios are merely examples and do not limit the application scenarios of the technical solutions provided in the embodiments of this application. The technical solutions of this application can also be applied to other scenarios. For example, those skilled in the art will appreciate that with the evolution of system architecture and the emergence of new business scenarios, the technical solutions provided in the embodiments of this application will also be applicable to similar technical problems.

[0143] The serial numbers of the above embodiments of the present application are for description only and do not represent the advantages or disadvantages of the embodiments.

[0144] The units in the device of the embodiment of the present application can be merged, divided and deleted according to actual needs.

[0145] In this application, the same or similar terminology, technical solutions and / or application scenario descriptions are generally only described in detail the first time they appear. When they appear again later, they are generally not repeated for the sake of brevity. When understanding the technical solutions and other contents of this application, for the same or similar terminology, technical solutions and / or application scenario descriptions that are not described in detail later, you can refer to the previous relevant detailed descriptions.

[0146] In this application, the description of each embodiment has its own focus. For parts that are not described or recorded in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant description of other embodiments.

[0147] The various technical features of the technical solution of this application can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the various technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this application.

[0148] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present application and do not limit the patent scope of the present application. Any equivalent structure or equivalent process transformation made using the contents of the present application specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, are also included in the patent protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A housing assembly, characterized in that: The invention comprises a housing (100) and a joystick module (200), wherein the joystick module (200) is detachably connected or movably connected to the housing (100); the joystick module (200) is configured to be installable on a smart terminal body to control a display interface of the smart terminal.

2. The housing assembly according to claim 1, wherein: Include at least one of the following: A limiting groove (101) is provided on a side of the housing (100) facing away from the smart terminal, and the rocker module (200) is detachably arranged in the limiting groove (101); A flexible connector (600) is connected to the edge of the housing (100), and the rocker module (200) is connected to the flexible connector (600).

3. The housing assembly according to claim 2, wherein: A protrusion (300) is provided on a side of the housing (100) facing away from the smart terminal, and the protrusion (300) surrounds and forms the limiting groove (101); and / or, The contour shape of the limiting groove (101) matches the contour shape of the rocker module (200).

4. The housing assembly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The housing assembly (10) further comprises a clamping mechanism (400), wherein the clamping mechanism (400) is arranged on the side of the limiting groove (101); The clamping mechanism (400) comprises a support (410), a clamping member (420) and an elastic member (430), wherein the support (410) is connected to the housing (100), and the support (410) has a movable groove (411); the clamping member (420) is slidably arranged in the movable groove (411); the elastic member (430) is arranged in the movable groove (411) and abuts between the groove wall of the movable groove (411) and the clamping member (420), and the elastic member (430) is configured to apply a force toward the limiting groove (101) to the clamping member (420); the clamping member (420) is configured to move along the movable groove (411) so that the clamping member (420) is clamped or separated from the rocker module (200).

5. The housing assembly according to claim 4, wherein: The clamping member (420) includes a clamping portion (421) and a sliding portion (422), wherein the clamping portion (421) is connected to the sliding portion (422), and the sliding portion (422) at least partially protrudes to the outside of the movable groove (411); when the clamping member (420) is clamped to the rocker module (200), the clamping portion (421) abuts against the rocker module (200).

6. The housing assembly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: One of the rocker module (200) and the limiting groove (101) is provided with a first magnetic part (510), and the other of the rocker module (200) and the limiting groove (101) is provided with a metal part or a second magnetic part (520), so that when the rocker module (200) is located in the limiting groove (101), the rocker module (200) is adsorbed on the housing (100).

7. The housing assembly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The flexible connecting member (600) is a flexible rope, a first end of the flexible rope is connected to a corner position of the housing (100), and a second end of the flexible rope is connected to the rocker module (200).

8. The housing assembly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The circumferential inner edge of the limiting groove (101) is provided with an internal thread (103), and the circumferential outer side of the rocker module (200) is provided with an external thread (201); the rocker module (200) is configured to be fixed in the limiting groove (101) by screwing the external thread (201) and the internal thread (103) together.

9. The housing assembly according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that: The inner edge of the limiting groove (101) is provided with one of a clamping protrusion (710) and a clamping groove (720), and the circumferential outer edge of the rocker module (200) is provided with the other of the clamping protrusion (710) and the clamping groove (720); the rocker module (200) is configured to be fixed in the limiting groove (101) by clamping the clamping protrusion (710) and the clamping groove (720).

10. An intelligent terminal, characterized in that: The invention comprises a housing assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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