Key cover assembly and intelligent lock

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of locks, and discloses a key cover assembly and an intelligent lock, and the key cover assembly comprises a base, a cover body and a driving part. The base is suitable for being connected to a panel. The base is provided with a first open hole aligned with the key hole. The cover body is rotatably connected with the base and can rotate between a first state and a second state. When the cover body is in the first state, the first open hole is covered, and when the cover body is in the second state, the first open hole leaks out. The driving part is connected with the cover body and is suitable for driving the cover body to rotate between a first state and a second state. When the mechanical key needs to be used for unlocking, the user uses the driving piece to drive the cover body to rotate to the second state. At the moment, the cover body leaves the space between the second opening and the first opening, so that the first opening leaks out. A user can unlock by inserting a mechanical key into the key hole through the first open hole. Due to the fact that the cover body leaves the position between the second open hole and the first open hole and is not in the extending direction of the key hole, interference on insertion of the mechanical key is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of locks, and in particular to a key cover assembly and a smart lock. Background Art

[0002] With the popularity of smart locks, the frequency of using mechanical keys has weakened, but as an emergency door opening and regulatory requirements, mechanical keys must be included. The mechanical key needs to pass through the smart lock panel and then be inserted into the keyhole.

[0003] Since mechanical keys are only used in emergencies and are rarely used, in most cases the keyhole needs to be sealed with a key cover to prevent debris and dust from entering the keyhole and causing damage.

[0004] Existing key covers are simple caps that fit directly over the keyhole and are connected to the panel via a soft tail. When using a mechanical key, the key cover is pulled away, leaving it suspended outside the panel thanks to the soft tail. This can interfere with inserting the mechanical key into the keyhole, requiring the key cover to be pulled away from the keyhole's extension.

[0005] Therefore, how to solve or improve the problem in the related art that the key cover of the smart lock is suspended in the air when it is pulled out and interferes with the use of the mechanical key. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of this, the present application provides a key cover assembly and a smart lock to solve or improve the problem that the key cover of the smart lock is suspended in the air when it is pulled out, thereby interfering with the use of the mechanical key.

[0007] In a first aspect, the present application provides a key cover assembly, comprising:

[0008] a base, adapted to be connected to the panel, wherein the base is provided with a first opening aligned with the keyhole;

[0009] a cover body rotatably connected to the base and rotatable between a first state and a second state, wherein the cover body seals the first opening when in the first state, and exposes the first opening when in the second state to allow a mechanical key to pass through the first opening;

[0010] A driving member is connected to the cover body, and the driving member is suitable for driving the cover body to rotate between a first state and a second state.

[0011] Optionally, the driving member is rotatably connected to the base, a slide groove is provided on the driving member, a guide column is connected to the cover body, the guide column can be slidably inserted in the slide groove and can slide between a first position and a second position, when the guide column is in the first position, the cover body is in the first state; when the guide column is in the second position, the cover body is in the second state.

[0012] Optionally, the driving member is annular and is coaxially arranged with the first opening, the inner ring of the driving member is aligned with the first opening, and the cover is located between the base and the driving member.

[0013] Optionally, the cover body includes at least two splicing parts, the guide post on each splicing part is slidably inserted into a corresponding sliding groove, and the sliding grooves are sequentially arranged along the circumference of the driving member;

[0014] Each of the splicing parts is rotatably connected to the base. When each of the splicing parts is rotated to the first state, all of the splicing parts are spliced ​​and the first opening is sealed. When each of the splicing parts is rotated to the second state, each of the splicing parts is separated and the first opening leaks.

[0015] Optionally, a first gear is rotatably connected to the driving member, a second gear is connected to the base, and the first gear is meshed with the second gear.

[0016] Optionally, at least three first gears are provided, and the first gears are sequentially arranged along the circumference of the driving member and are respectively engaged with the second gears.

[0017] Optionally, at least two mounting ears are connected to the base, and each mounting ear is arranged in sequence along the circumference of the base. The mounting ears are provided with mounting through holes, and the mounting through holes are suitable for screws to pass through and be connected to the panel.

[0018] Optionally, a recess is provided on the driving member, and the recess is suitable for a shifting member to extend into to shift the driving member to rotate.

[0019] In a second aspect, the present application also provides a smart lock comprising any of the key cover assemblies described above.

[0020] Optionally, a panel is further included, wherein a second opening is provided on the panel for the driving member of the key cover assembly to leak out, and the second opening is aligned with the first opening.

[0021] The present application provides a key cover assembly, which includes a base, a cover body, and a drive member. The base is connected to the smart lock panel, and the panel is provided with a second opening aligned with the keyhole of the smart lock. A first opening is provided on the base, so that the first opening is aligned with the second opening and the keyhole, respectively. The cover body is rotatably connected to the base and can rotate between a first state and a second state. When the cover body is in the first state, the first opening is covered, and when the cover body is in the second state, the first opening leaks. The drive member is connected to the cover body, and the drive member can drive the cover body to rotate between the first state and the second state.

[0022] When the mechanical key is not in use, the user uses the driving member to drive the cover body to rotate to the first state. At this time, the cover body is located between the second opening and the first opening, that is, the first opening is covered. This prevents debris and dust from passing through the first opening and entering the keyhole, causing damage to the keyhole. When the mechanical key needs to be used to unlock, the user uses the driving member to drive the cover body to rotate to the second state. At this time, the cover body leaves the space between the second opening and the first opening, allowing the first opening to leak out. The user passes the mechanical key through the second opening and the first opening in sequence, and then inserts it into the keyhole. This allows unlocking. Since the cover body leaves the space between the second opening and the first opening, that is, it is not in the extension direction of the keyhole, interference with the insertion of the mechanical key is effectively avoided. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] In order to more clearly illustrate the specific implementation methods of this application or the technical solutions in related technologies, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the specific implementation methods or related technical descriptions. Obviously, the drawings described below are some implementation methods of this application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a key cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of a key cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present application after the driving component is hidden;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the second gear structure of a key cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic structural diagram of a splicing portion of a key cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the splicing portion and the driving member of a key cover assembly according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0029] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of a key cover assembly installed on a panel from a first perspective according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0030] Figure 7 This is a second perspective schematic diagram of a key cover assembly after being installed on a panel according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0031] Description of reference numerals:

[0032] 1. Base; 2. Splicing part; 3. Driving part; 4. First opening; 5. Panel; 6. Second opening; 7. First rotating shaft; 8. Second rotating shaft; 9. First gear; 10. Second gear; 11. Pit; 12. Mounting ear; 13. Mounting through-hole; 14. Mounting platform; 15. First rotating hole; 16. Second rotating hole; 17. Guide column; 18. Slide groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of this application.

[0034] The following combination Figures 1 to 7 , describing the embodiments of the present application.

[0035] According to an embodiment of the present application, on the one hand, Figure 1 As shown, a key cover assembly is provided, comprising: a base 1, a cover body, and a drive member 3. The base 1 is attached to the inside of a smart lock panel 5, which is provided with a second opening 6 that aligns with the keyhole of the smart lock. The base 1 is positioned between the second opening 6 and the keyhole, and a first opening 4 is provided on the base 1, such that the first opening 4 aligns with the second opening 6 and the keyhole, respectively. A mechanical key can be inserted into the keyhole after passing through the second opening 6 and the first opening 4 in sequence.

[0036] A first rotation axis 7 is connected to the base 1, and a first rotation hole 15 is provided on the cover. The first rotation hole 15 is sleeved on the first rotation axis 7, allowing the cover to rotate with the base 1. When the cover rotates about the first rotation axis 7 relative to the base 1, the cover rotates between a first state and a second state. That is, the cover can rotate from the first state to the second state, and vice versa. When the cover rotates to the first state, the cover is located between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4. When the cover rotates to the second state, the cover moves away from the second opening 6 and the first opening 4.

[0037] The driving member 3 is connected to the cover body, and the driving member 3 can drive the cover body to rotate between the first state and the second state.

[0038] With this arrangement, when the mechanical key is not in use, the user uses the driver 3 to rotate the cover to the first position. At this point, the cover is located between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, thus covering the first opening 4. This prevents debris and dust from entering the keyhole through the first opening 4 and causing damage.

[0039] To unlock the door using the mechanical key, the user uses the driver 3 to rotate the cover to the second position. This position removes the cover from between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, allowing the first opening 4 to be exposed. The user then inserts the mechanical key through the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, sequentially, and into the keyhole. This allows the door to be unlocked. Because the cover is removed from between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, i.e., not in the direction of the keyhole, interference with the insertion of the mechanical key is effectively avoided.

[0040] Moreover, the cover is located on the inner side of the panel 5 and does not extend out of the panel 5. Compared with an ordinary cap that is suspended on the outer side of the panel 5, it occupies less space and is neater and more beautiful as a whole.

[0041] In an optional embodiment, if Figures 2 to 5 As shown, the drive member 3 is rotatably connected to the base 1. A slide groove 18 is formed on the drive member 3, and a guide post 17 is fixedly connected to the cover. The guide post 17 is inserted into the slide groove 18, allowing it to slide along the slide groove 18 between a first position and a second position. When the guide post 17 is in the first position, the cover is in the first state, at which point the cover is located between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, covering the first opening 4. The drive member 3 is then rotated, causing the guide post 17 to slide along the slide groove 18 from the first position to the second position. As the guide post 17 slides, the cover rotates about the first rotation axis 7 to the second state. When the guide post 17 slides to the second position, the cover also rotates to the second state, at which point the cover moves away from between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, leaving the first opening 4 visible. The drive member 3 is then rotated in the opposite direction, causing the guide post 17 to slide along the slide groove 18 from the second position to the first position. As the guide post 17 slides, the cover rotates about the first rotation axis 7 to the first state. When the guide post 17 slides to the first position, the cover body also rotates to the first state.

[0042] With this arrangement, the cover body is controlled to rotate between the first state and the second state by rotating the driving member 3, which makes the operation more convenient.

[0043] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, the driver 3 is annular and coaxial with the first opening 4 on the base 1. The inner ring of the driver 3 is aligned with the first opening 4, allowing the mechanical key to be inserted into the keyhole by sequentially passing through the inner ring of the driver 3 and the first opening 4. The cover is positioned between the base 1 and the driver 3. When the cover is rotated to a first position, it is positioned between the inner ring of the driver 3 and the first opening 4 on the base 1, preventing debris and dust from entering the keyhole after passing through the inner ring of the driver 3 and the first opening 4 and causing damage to the keyhole. When the cover is rotated to a second position, the cover is removed from between the inner ring of the driver 3 and the first opening 4 on the base 1, allowing the mechanical key to be inserted into the keyhole by sequentially passing through the inner ring of the driver 3 and the first opening 4.

[0044] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the cover body includes at least two splicing parts 2, the splicing parts 2 can be petal-shaped, and all the splicing parts 2 can be spliced ​​together to form the entire cover body.

[0045] There can be five splicing parts 2, and five first rotating shafts 7 are connected to the base 1. Each splicing part 2 is provided with a first rotating hole 15, and each first rotating hole 15 is correspondingly sleeved on a first rotating shaft 7, so that each splicing part 2 is rotatably connected to the base 1, and each splicing part 2 can rotate between the first state and the second state.

[0046] A guide post 17 is connected to each splicing part 2, and five slide grooves 18 are set on the annular driving member 3. The guide post 17 on each splicing part 2 is respectively inserted into a slide groove 18, so that each guide post 17 can slide between the first position and the second position in the corresponding slide groove 18.

[0047] In this way, when the guide column 17 is in the first position, each splicing part 2 is in the first state. At this time, each splicing part 2 is located between the inner ring of the driving member 3 and the first opening 4 on the base 1, and each splicing part 2 is spliced ​​together to form a cover body to close the first opening 4. At this time, the driving member 3 is rotated so that the guide column 17 on each splicing part 2 slides from the first position to the second position along the corresponding slide groove 18. When the guide column 17 slides, each splicing part 2 rotates outward around the corresponding first rotating shaft 7 and rotates to the second state. When the guide column 17 slides to the second position, each splicing part 2 also rotates to the second state. At this time, each splicing part 2 separates and leaves between the second opening 6 and the first opening 4, and the first opening 4 leaks. The mechanical key can pass through the first opening 4 and be inserted into the keyhole.

[0048] At this point, the drive member 3 rotates in the opposite direction, causing the guide posts 17 on each splicing portion 2 to slide along the corresponding slide slots 18 from the second position to the first position. As the guide posts 17 slide, each splicing portion 2 rotates inwardly about the corresponding first rotation axis 7 and toward the first position. When the guide posts 17 slide to the first position, each splicing portion 2 also rotates to the first position.

[0049] This arrangement facilitates operation while the manner in which the multiple splicing parts 2 are spliced ​​together to form the cover body reduces the movement range of the cover body, reduces the occupied space, and improves the conversion efficiency of the cover body between the first state and the second state.

[0050] The driving member 3 is rotatably connected to the base 1. Figures 2 to 5 As shown, a second rotating shaft 8 is connected to the driving member 3, and a first gear 9 is rotatably connected to the second rotating shaft 8. A second gear 10 is fixedly connected to the base 1 so that the second gear 10, the second opening 6, the first opening 4, and the driving member 3 are all coaxial. After the first gear 9 is rotatably connected to the second rotating shaft 8, the first gear 9 meshes with the second gear 10. The first gear 9 rotates around the second gear 10, supporting the rotation of the driving member 3 relative to the base 1. At this time, the axis of the first gear 9 rotates around the second gear 10.

[0051] Furthermore, at least three first gears 9 are provided. Specifically, three first gears 9 can be provided, and three second rotating shafts 8 are provided on the driving member 3 , and the three second rotating shafts 8 are sequentially provided along the circumference of the driving member 3 .

[0052] A second rotating hole 16 is formed in the first gear 9 and is mounted on the second rotating shaft 8, so that each first gear 9 is rotatably connected to a corresponding second rotating shaft 8. That is, each second rotating shaft 8 is rotatably connected to a first gear 9. The three first gears 9 are located outside the second gear 10 and mesh with the second gear 10. The first gears 9 are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the driving member 3, ensuring that the driving member 3 is coaxial with the second gear 10 and can rotate about the axis of the second gear 10.

[0053] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 6As shown, at least two mounting ears 12 are connected to the outer edge of the base 1. Specifically, three mounting ears 12 are provided, and each mounting ear 12 is arranged in sequence along the circumference of the base 1. Each mounting ear 12 is provided with a mounting through-hole 13. Three mounting platforms 14 are provided on the inner side of the panel 5 of the smart lock, and each mounting platform 14 has a threaded hole. After aligning the mounting through-hole 13 on each mounting ear 12 with the threaded hole one by one, the corresponding screw is passed through the mounting through-hole 13 and screwed into the threaded hole and tightened, thereby more firmly connecting the base 1 to the panel 5 of the smart lock.

[0054] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 1 As shown, a recess 11 is provided on the outer side of the driving member 3. After the user inserts the toggle member into the recess 11, the toggle member can be used to toggle the driving member 3 for rotation, making the operation more convenient. The toggle member can be a mechanical key or a user's finger.

[0055] According to an embodiment of the present application, on the other hand, a smart lock is provided, comprising any of the above key cover assemblies. The technical effects of the smart lock are consistent with those of the key cover assembly, so they will not be described in detail.

[0056] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, a second opening 6 is provided on the panel 5 so that the second opening 6 is coaxially aligned with the first opening 4. In this way, the driving member 3 and the recess 11 on the driving member 3 can be exposed from the second opening 6, so that the user can insert the toggle member into the recess 11.

[0057] Although the embodiments of the present application are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art may make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present application, and such modifications and variations shall fall within the scope defined by the present application.

Claims

1. A key cover assembly, characterized in that: include: A base (1) adapted to be connected to a panel (5), wherein the base (1) is provided with a first opening (4) aligned with the keyhole; a cover body rotatably connected to the base (1) and capable of rotating between a first state and a second state, wherein the cover body seals the first opening (4) when in the first state, and exposes the first opening (4) when in the second state to allow a mechanical key to pass through the first opening (4); A driving member (3) is connected to the cover body, and the driving member (3) is suitable for driving the cover body to rotate between a first state and a second state.

2. The key cover assembly according to claim 1, wherein: The driving member (3) is rotatably connected to the base (1), a slide groove (18) is provided on the driving member (3), and a guide column (17) is connected to the cover body. The guide column (17) is slidably inserted in the slide groove (18) and can slide between a first position and a second position. When the guide column (17) is in the first position, the cover body is in the first state; when the guide column (17) is in the second position, the cover body is in the second state.

3. The key cover assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: The driving member (3) is annular and is coaxially arranged with the first opening (4); the inner ring of the driving member (3) is aligned with the first opening (4); and the cover is located between the base (1) and the driving member (3).

4. The key cover assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cover body comprises at least two splicing parts (2), the guide pillars (17) on each splicing part (2) are slidably inserted into a corresponding sliding groove (18), and each sliding groove (18) is sequentially arranged along the circumference of the driving member (3); Each of the splicing parts (2) is rotatably connected to the base (1). When each of the splicing parts (2) is rotated to the first state, all of the splicing parts (2) are spliced ​​and the first opening (4) is sealed. When each of the splicing parts (2) is rotated to the second state, each of the splicing parts (2) is separated and the first opening (4) is leaked.

5. The key cover assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The driving member (3) is rotatably connected to a first gear (9), the base (1) is connected to a second gear (10), and the first gear (9) is meshed with the second gear (10).

6. The key cover assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: At least three first gears (9) are provided, and each of the first gears (9) is sequentially arranged along the circumference of the driving member (3) and is respectively meshed with the second gear (10).

7. The key cover assembly according to claim 1, wherein: At least two mounting ears (12) are connected to the base (1), and each mounting ear (12) is arranged in sequence along the circumference of the base (1). The mounting ears (12) are provided with mounting through holes (13), and the mounting through holes (13) are suitable for screws to pass through and be connected to the panel (5).

8. The key cover assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The driving member (3) is provided with a recess (11), and the recess (11) is suitable for a shifting member to extend into so as to shift the driving member (3) to rotate.

9. A smart lock, characterized in that: A key cover assembly comprising the key cover assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

10. The smart lock according to claim 9, characterized in that: It also includes a panel (5), on which a second opening (6) is provided for the driving member (3) of the key cover assembly to leak out, and the second opening (6) is aligned with the first opening (4).

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