Modularized watch

Abstract

The utility model discloses a modularized watch, and relates to the technical field of watches. The modularized watch comprises a shell, an inner container, a watch bezel and a locking piece, a mounting hole is formed in the shell; the inner container is arranged in the shell; the watch bezel is arranged in the mounting hole; the locking piece is arranged between the shell and the inner container and used for limiting the relative position of the inner container and the shell. When the watch bezel is arranged on the shell, the locking piece can be driven to lock the relative positions of the inner container and the watch bezel on the shell; according to the modularized watch provided by the invention, each part of the watch is modularly designed, and the parts are cooperatively mounted through the locking piece and the related locking structure, so that a user can conveniently replace the modules such as the shell and the watch bezel according to the aesthetic requirements of the user and / or the individual requirements in different occasions; and the practicability and interestingness of the watch are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of watches, in particular to a modular watch. Background Art

[0002] A wristwatch, also known as a watch, is a device worn on the wrist to tell time and display the time. It's typically made of materials like leather, rubber, nylon, or stainless steel, with a strap that secures the time display to the wrist. Over time, modern watches have incorporated more sophisticated functions, such as electronic notebooks, MP3 players, and mobile phones.

[0003] With the development of society, watches, as instruments for timing or displaying time, have become an indispensable tool in people's lives. However, with the development of technology, especially the rapid development of mobile devices such as mobile phones, the timing or display function of watches has gradually weakened, while the aesthetic value and image value brought by wearing watches have been greatly enhanced. Watches have gradually become an everyday accessory, and the watch they wear also reflects the wearer's image, status, and taste. Therefore, the development and design of watches have increasingly focused on changes in their appearance.

[0004] Existing watch designs often adopt a monolithic design, which means they lack sufficient flexibility in appearance and functionality, failing to fully meet users' diverse aesthetic preferences or meet the personalized needs of different occasions. Once manufactured, most watches are fixed in appearance, strap color, dial style, and other elements, preventing users from adjusting them to suit their preferences or the atmosphere of a specific occasion. This design limits the applicability and enjoyment of watches, making it difficult for users to find a watch that perfectly matches their image or environment when faced with different styles of activities or outfits. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the purpose of the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies in the related art, and the present invention provides a modular watch.

[0006] The utility model provides the following technical solutions:

[0007] A modular watch comprises a shell, an inner shell, a bezel and a locking piece.

[0008] The shell is provided with a mounting hole; the inner liner is installed in the shell; the bezel is arranged in the mounting hole; the locking piece is arranged between the shell and the inner liner, and the locking piece is used to limit the relative position of the inner liner and the shell; when the bezel is installed on the shell, it can drive the locking piece to lock the relative position of the inner liner and the bezel on the shell.

[0009] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, the locking piece is an elastic piece, a tightening portion is provided on the side of the locking piece facing the mounting hole, and an extrusion end is provided on the end face of the bezel facing the shell; when the bezel is installed on the shell, the extrusion end can squeeze the locking piece to deform, thereby causing the tightening portion to approach the mounting hole and press against the outer wall of the inner liner.

[0010] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, a plurality of locking members are evenly distributed around the axial circumference of the inner container.

[0011] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, a concave surface corresponding to the tightening portion is provided on the side surface of the inner container.

[0012] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, a docking groove corresponding to the extrusion end is provided on the end face of the shell close to the bezel, and a tightening hole connected to the mounting hole is provided on the inner wall of the docking groove adjacent to the mounting hole. The locking piece is arranged in the docking groove, and the tightening portion is located in the tightening hole.

[0013] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, the docking groove is an annular groove, and the axis of the docking groove coincides with the axis of the inner liner; a limiting groove is provided on the inner side wall of the docking groove away from the inner liner, and a locking boss corresponding to the limiting groove is provided on the extrusion end, and the locking boss is passed through the limiting groove to limit the relative position of the bezel and the shell.

[0014] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, a plurality of the limiting grooves are evenly distributed relative to the axial circumference of the inner container.

[0015] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, the limiting groove consists of a vertical groove and a horizontal groove. The opening direction of the vertical groove is parallel to the axis of the inner liner, and the opening direction of the horizontal groove is perpendicular to the axis of the inner liner. The vertical groove extends toward the end face of the shell close to the bezel to form an opening, and the end of the vertical groove away from the bezel is connected to the horizontal groove.

[0016] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, the inner side wall of the transverse groove close to the bezel has a recessed portion.

[0017] As a further improvement of the above technical solution, a first limiting step is provided on the end side wall of the inner liner close to the bezel, and a second limiting step corresponding to the first limiting step is provided on the inner side wall of the mounting hole close to the bezel, and the first limiting step abuts against the second limiting step to limit the relative position of the inner liner and the mounting hole.

[0018] Compared with the related art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0019] The modular watch provided by this application cleverly decomposes its overall structure into multiple independent modules, such as the housing, liner, and bezel. These modules are installed in conjunction with each other through locking parts and related locking structures, ensuring the stability and reliability of the watch during the disassembly and reassembly process. Users can easily replace the housing according to their own aesthetic requirements, such as color preferences and material choices, to express their unique personal style. At the same time, in response to personalized needs in different occasions, users can also easily replace modules such as the bezel to make the appearance of the watch match the atmosphere of the occasion. Whether it is a formal business occasion or a casual gathering, you can find the most suitable match. This modular design not only greatly improves the practicality of the watch, allowing users to flexibly adjust the configuration of the watch according to different needs, but also adds fun to the watch, allowing users to enjoy the fun of doing it themselves in the process of replacing modules.

[0020] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, preferred embodiments are given below and described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present invention and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0022] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a modular watch from one perspective in one embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0023] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of a modular watch in one embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0024] Figure 3 Shown Figure 2 A magnified schematic diagram of point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of a limiting groove in an embodiment of the present utility model is shown.

[0026] Description of main component symbols:

[0027] 100-housing; 110-mounting hole; 111-second limiting step; 120-docking groove; 130-tightening hole; 140-limiting groove; 141-vertical groove; 142-horizontal groove; 1421-recessed portion; 200-inner liner; 210-concave surface; 220-first limiting step; 300-bezel; 310-extrusion end; 311-locking boss; 400-locking piece; 410-tightening portion. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] The following describes embodiments of the present invention in detail. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended only to explain the present invention and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0029] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like to indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation to the present invention.

[0030] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of this utility model, "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.

[0031] In this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connect," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection; direct connection, indirect connection through an intermediate medium, internal communication between two components, or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0032] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, when a first feature is "above" or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediary. Furthermore, when a first feature is "above," "above," or "above" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a higher level than the second feature. When a first feature is "below," "below," or "below" a second feature, it may mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is at a lower level than the second feature.

[0033] Combine Figure 1 、 Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides a modular watch, including a housing 100 , an inner shell 200 , a bezel 300 , and a locking member 400 .

[0034] The shell 100 is provided with a mounting hole 110; the inner liner 200 is installed in the shell 100; the bezel 300 is arranged in the mounting hole 110; the locking member 400 is arranged between the shell 100 and the inner liner 200, and the locking member 400 is used to limit the relative position of the inner liner 200 and the shell 100; when the bezel 300 is installed on the shell 100, it can drive the locking member 400 to lock the relative position of the inner liner 200 and the bezel 300 on the shell 100.

[0035] The modular watch provided in this embodiment cleverly decomposes its overall structure into multiple independent modules, including the housing 100, liner 200, and bezel 300. These modules are secured together using locking members 400 and related locking structures, ensuring the stability and reliability of the watch during disassembly and reassembly. Users can easily replace the housing 100 to express their unique style based on their aesthetic preferences, such as color and material choices. Furthermore, to meet the personalized needs of different occasions, users can easily replace modules such as the bezel 300, allowing the watch's appearance to match the occasion, whether for formal business or casual gatherings. This modular design not only greatly improves the watch's practicality, allowing users to flexibly adjust the watch's configuration according to their needs, but also adds to its fun factor, allowing users to enjoy the hands-on experience of replacing modules.

[0036] like Figure 3As shown, in some specific embodiments, the locking member 400 is an elastic member, and a tightening portion 410 is provided on the side of the locking member 400 facing the mounting hole 110, and an extrusion end 310 is provided on the end face of the bezel 300 facing the shell 100; when the bezel 300 is installed on the shell 100, the extrusion end 310 can squeeze the locking member 400 to deform; in this process, after the tightening portion 410 of the locking member 400 is squeezed, it will move toward the inside of the mounting hole 110 until it is tightly pressed against the outer wall of the inner liner 200, thereby achieving a firm connection between the bezel 300, the locking member 400 and the inner liner 200.

[0037] The bezel 300 can be mounted on the housing 100 in a variety of ways. For example, a threaded connection can be formed between the bezel 300 and the housing 100 by designing a threaded structure, or a snap-fit ​​mechanism can be used to securely mount the bezel 300 on the housing 100.

[0038] In some specific embodiments, multiple locking members 400 are evenly distributed around the axial circumference of the inner liner 200. This design not only ensures a balanced distribution of the locking members 400, but also ensures uniform tightening and positioning of the inner liner 200. When the bezel 300 is mounted on the housing 100, these evenly distributed locking members 400 are simultaneously compressed and each exerts its elastic deformation capacity to push the tightening portion 410 toward the outer wall of the inner liner 200, thereby forming a uniform and stable tightening force around the entire circumference of the inner liner 200.

[0039] This design offers several significant advantages. First, because the locking members 400 are evenly distributed, they can collectively share the tightening force on the inner liner 200, avoiding local deformation or damage that could result from excessive force on a single point. Second, the evenly distributed locking members 400 ensure that the inner liner 200 is subjected to the same tightening force at all locations along its circumference, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the entire watch structure. Finally, this design also makes it easier for users to operate the locking members 400 when performing watch maintenance or replacing parts, improving the watch's usability.

[0040] In some specific embodiments, the side surface of the inner liner 200 is provided with a concave surface 210 corresponding to the tightening portion 410, and the concave surface 210 is arc-shaped; the shape, size and position of these concave surfaces 210 are calculated and designed to ensure that when the locking member 400 is squeezed and deformed, its tightening portion 410 can accurately fall into the corresponding concave surface 210.

[0041] This design offers several significant advantages. First, when the tightening portion 410 falls into the concave surface 210, the connection between the liner 200 and the housing 100 becomes tighter and more stable, effectively preventing the risk of the liner 200 accidentally detaching from the housing 100 when subjected to adverse external factors such as impact or vibration. Second, the presence of the concave surface 210 also provides a clear positioning and support point for the tightening portion 410, allowing the locking member 400 to distribute force more evenly when squeezed, avoiding deformation or damage that could result from excessive force on a single point.

[0042] Furthermore, this design takes into account the various complex environments a watch may encounter during use, such as temperature and humidity fluctuations, which can affect the structural stability of the watch. By providing a concave surface 210 on the side surface of the inner liner 200 and cooperating with the tightening portion 410 of the locking member 400, the adaptability and durability of the watch in harsh environments can be effectively improved.

[0043] In some specific embodiments, the housing 100 has a docking groove 120 formed on an end surface adjacent to the bezel 300, corresponding to the extrusion end 310. The design of this docking groove 120 not only takes into account the shape and size of the extrusion end 310 of the bezel 300, but also ensures that when the bezel 300 is installed on the housing 100, the extrusion end 310 can be accurately inserted into the docking groove 120, thereby achieving initial positioning and fit between the bezel 300 and the housing 100. A tightening hole 130 is formed on the inner wall of the docking groove 120, adjacent to the mounting hole 110, and communicating with the mounting hole 110. The locking member 400 is disposed within the docking groove 120, and the tightening portion 410 is located within the tightening hole 130. This arrangement not only ensures that the locking member 400 can deform and move along a predetermined path when squeezed, but also improves the precision and stability of the fit between the locking member 400, the housing 100, and the liner 200. At the same time, since the tightening hole 130 is connected to the mounting hole 110 , this also provides sufficient space for the tightening portion 410 to press the inner liner 200 , thereby achieving a firm fixation of the inner liner 200 .

[0044] In some specific embodiments, the docking groove 120 is an annular groove, and the axis of the docking groove 120 coincides with the axis of the inner shell 200. This layout not only improves the overall aesthetics of the watch, but also enhances the stability and reliability of the fit between the bezel 300 and the housing 100. A limiting groove 140 is defined on the inner sidewall of the docking groove 120, away from the inner shell 200. The extrusion end 310 is provided with a locking boss 311 corresponding to the limiting groove 140. The locking boss 311 is disposed within the limiting groove 140 to limit the relative position of the bezel 300 and the housing 100.

[0045] In some specific embodiments, there are multiple limiting grooves 140 evenly distributed relative to the axial circumference of the inner liner 200; such a design not only takes into account the symmetry and aesthetics of the watch structure, but also ensures that the tightening portion 410 can have a more uniform and stable stress state when cooperating with the limiting groove 140.

[0046] like Figure 4 As shown, in some specific embodiments, the limiting groove 140 is composed of a vertical groove 141 and a horizontal groove 142. The opening direction of the vertical groove 141 is parallel to the axis of the inner liner 200, and the opening direction of the horizontal groove 142 is perpendicular to the axis of the inner liner 200. The vertical groove 141 extends toward the end surface of the housing 100 close to the bezel 300 to form an opening, and the end of the vertical groove 141 away from the bezel 300 is connected to the horizontal groove 142. When assembling this embodiment, first, the inner liner 200 is inserted into the mounting hole 110 of the housing 100, and then the extrusion end 310 of the bezel 300 is inserted into the docking groove 120. At this time, the locking boss 311 on the extrusion end 310 will first enter the vertical groove 141 of the limiting groove 140. As the bezel 300 gradually approaches the housing 100, the extrusion end 310 will exert an extrusion effect on the locking member 400 in the docking groove 120. After being squeezed, the tightening portion 410 of the locking member 400 will move along the inside of the mounting hole 110 toward the outer wall of the inner liner 200 until it is tightly pressed against the inner liner 200, thereby achieving a gradual tightening effect on the inner liner 200.

[0047] When the locking boss 311 reaches the intersection of the vertical groove 141 and the transverse groove 142, the assembly process enters a critical step. At this point, relative rotation between the bezel 300 and the housing 100 is required. As the rotation proceeds, the locking boss 311 smoothly drops into the transverse groove 142, marking the near-completion of watch assembly. During this process, the elastic force generated by the deformation of the locking member 400 is fully utilized. This not only ensures that the locking boss 311 can stably press against the inner wall of the transverse groove 142, but also further enhances the strength and stability of the connection between the bezel 300, the liner 200, and the housing 100.

[0048] In some specific embodiments, the transverse groove 142 has a recessed portion 1421 near the inner wall of the bezel 300; this design not only enhances the fitting accuracy and stability between the locking boss 311 and the transverse groove 142, but also avoids loosening or damage caused by external forces during use of the watch.

[0049] Specifically, when locking boss 311 falls into transverse groove 142, the elastic force generated by the previous compression of locking member 400 is released. This elastic force not only ensures that locking boss 311 can be tightly pressed against the inner wall of transverse groove 142, but also pushes it further into recess 1421. The presence of recess 1421 provides a more stable and reliable support point for locking boss 311, allowing locking boss 311 to be more firmly retained in transverse groove 142 when subjected to external forces, thereby preventing the risk of relative rotation between bezel 300 and housing 100.

[0050] This design not only improves the watch's adaptability and durability in complex environments, but also provides users with a more reliable and durable watch product. When the watch is subjected to adverse factors such as impact or vibration, the design of the recessed portion 1421 ensures that the fitting relationship between the locking boss 311 and the transverse groove 142 remains unchanged, thereby preventing the watch from loosening or being damaged due to uneven force. When disassembling this embodiment, the locking boss 311 can be disengaged from the recessed portion 1421 by slightly pressing the bezel 300. The bezel 300 can then be rotated relative to the housing 100, making the operation convenient.

[0051] In some specific embodiments, a first limiting step 220 is provided on the side wall of the end of the inner liner 200 near the bezel 300, and a second limiting step 111 corresponding to the first limiting step 220 is provided on the inner side wall of the mounting hole 110 near the bezel 300. The first limiting step 220 abuts against the second limiting step 111 to limit the relative position of the inner liner 200 and the mounting hole 110. This design not only ensures that the relative position between the inner liner 200 and the mounting hole 110 can remain stable and accurate, but also avoids possible misalignment during installation. This is because once the first limiting step 220 contacts the second limiting step 111, a significant limiting effect is formed, preventing the inner liner 200 from moving further into the mounting hole 110.

[0052] This design not only improves the efficiency and accuracy of the watch assembly process, but also ensures the stability and reliability of the watch during use. Because the first limiting step 220 and the second limiting step 111 cooperate to limit the position, the risk of the inner liner 200 loosening or shifting within the mounting hole 110 is effectively prevented, thereby ensuring the overall performance and life of the watch.

[0053] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", 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 invention. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and combine different embodiments or examples described in this specification and features of different embodiments or examples without contradiction.

[0054] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it can be understood that the above embodiments are illustrative and cannot be understood as limitations on the present invention. Ordinary technicians in this field can change, modify, replace and modify the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A modular watch, characterized in that: include: A housing (100), wherein a mounting hole (110) is provided on the housing (100); An inner container (200) is installed in the shell (100); A bezel (300) is disposed in the mounting hole (110); A locking member (400) is disposed between the shell (100) and the inner container (200), and the locking member (400) is used to limit the relative position of the inner container (200) and the shell (100); When the bezel (300) is mounted on the housing (100), it can drive the locking member (400) to lock the relative positions of the liner (200) and the bezel (300) on the housing (100).

2. The modular watch according to claim 1, characterized in that The locking member (400) is an elastic member, and a tightening portion (410) is provided on the side of the locking member (400) facing the mounting hole (110), and an extrusion end (310) is provided on the end surface of the bezel (300) facing the shell (100); when the bezel (300) is installed on the shell (100), the extrusion end (310) can squeeze the locking member (400) to deform, thereby making the tightening portion (410) approach the mounting hole (110) and press against the outer wall of the inner liner (200).

3. The modular watch according to claim 2, characterized in that A plurality of locking members (400) are evenly distributed along the axial circumference of the inner container (200).

4. The modular watch according to claim 2, characterized in that A concave surface (210) corresponding to the tightening portion (410) is provided on the side surface of the inner container (200).

5. The modular watch according to claim 2, characterized in that The shell (100) is provided with a docking groove (120) corresponding to the extrusion end (310) on the end surface close to the bezel (300), and a tightening hole (130) connected to the mounting hole (110) is provided on the inner wall of the docking groove (120) adjacent to the mounting hole (110). The locking member (400) is arranged in the docking groove (120), and the tightening portion (410) is located in the tightening hole (130).

6. The modular watch according to claim 5, characterized in that The docking groove (120) is an annular groove, and the axis of the docking groove (120) coincides with the axis of the inner liner (200); a limiting groove (140) is provided on the inner side wall of the docking groove (120) away from the inner liner (200), and a locking boss (311) corresponding to the limiting groove (140) is provided on the extrusion end (310), and the locking boss (311) is penetrated into the limiting groove (140) to limit the relative position of the bezel (300) and the shell (100).

7. The modular watch according to claim 6, characterized in that A plurality of the limiting grooves (140) are evenly distributed along the axial circumference of the inner container (200).

8. The modular watch according to claim 6, characterized in that The limiting groove (140) consists of a vertical groove (141) and a horizontal groove (142). The opening direction of the vertical groove (141) is parallel to the axis of the inner liner (200), and the opening direction of the horizontal groove (142) is perpendicular to the axis of the inner liner (200). The vertical groove (141) extends toward the end face of the shell (100) close to the bezel (300) to form an opening, and the end of the vertical groove (141) away from the bezel (300) is connected to the horizontal groove (142).

9. The modular watch according to claim 8, characterized in that The inner side wall of the transverse groove (142) close to the bezel (300) has a recessed portion (1421).

10. The modular watch according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that A first limiting step (220) is provided on the side wall of the end of the inner liner (200) close to the bezel (300), and a second limiting step (111) corresponding to the first limiting step (220) is provided on the inner side wall of the mounting hole (110) close to the bezel (300), and the first limiting step (220) abuts against the second limiting step (111) to limit the relative position of the inner liner (200) and the mounting hole (110).

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