Microphone storage device and intelligent sound box

Abstract

The utility model discloses a microphone storage device and an intelligent sound box, the microphone storage device is used for storing a microphone, the microphone storage device comprises a driving member, the driving member is arranged at the side of a guide member and extends into an accommodating cavity, so that the driving member abuts against the microphone placed in the guide member; and the power part is arranged beside the driving part and is in transmission connection with the driving part, and the power part is used for transmitting the driving part so as to enable the microphone to move in the accommodating cavity. The driving piece driven by the power piece abuts against the microphone, the microphone is driven by friction force to sink into the guide piece, the guide piece guides the displacement direction of microphone storage, automatic storage of the microphone is achieved, the movement rate of the driving piece can be accurately controlled by controlling the driving power of the power piece, and the microphone storage efficiency is improved. Therefore, the sinking speed and the sinking force of the microphone can be stably controlled, and noise and vibration caused by shaking or collision of the microphone can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of audio equipment and relates to a microphone storage device and an intelligent speaker. Background Art

[0002] In the prior art, the microphone is prone to shaking left and right when it is stored in the smart speaker, which can easily generate noise or cause resonance due to the sound of the speaker, and the shaking can easily cause damage to other components of the smart speaker. This is because in existing microphone storage devices, a simple clamping or sliding groove design is usually used to fix the microphone. These designs often cannot provide sufficient stability and cushioning. During the storage process, the microphone is easily hit or rubbed against the bottom due to excessive speed, causing it to be easily subjected to huge impact or friction during the storage process, thereby generating noise. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model provides a microphone storage device and an intelligent speaker, which store the microphone through a guide member, a power member and a driving member, aiming to solve the problem of instability and noise generation during the microphone storage process.

[0004] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] A microphone storage device, used for storing a microphone, includes: a guide member, wherein a accommodating cavity with an open end is provided in the guide member; a driving member, wherein the driving member is arranged on the side of the guide member and extends into the accommodating cavity so that the driving member abuts against the microphone placed in the guide member; a power member, wherein the power member is arranged on the side of the driving member and is transmission-connected to the driving member, and the power member is used to drive the driving member to cause the microphone to move in the accommodating cavity.

[0006] Furthermore, it also includes a support and guide component, which is arranged on the side of the driving member. When the microphone is placed in the accommodating cavity, the support and guide component is used to guide or fix the storage of the microphone.

[0007] Furthermore, the support guide assembly includes a pulley and a support shell fixed on the guide member; the pulley and the support shell are connected by bearings.

[0008] Furthermore, there are two support and guide assemblies, and the driving member and the two support and guide assemblies are arranged at equal intervals in a radial direction perpendicular to the central axis of the guide member.

[0009] Furthermore, the length from the opening of the guide member to the driving member is a first preset value, and the length from the bottom of the guide member to the driving member is a second preset value; the first preset value is smaller than the second preset value.

[0010] Furthermore, the driving member includes a gear, the power member is a motor, and the gear is transmission-connected to a rotating shaft of the motor.

[0011] Furthermore, the surface of the driving member is covered with a first buffer layer.

[0012] Furthermore, a sensor component is provided at the opening of the guide member.

[0013] A smart speaker includes a microphone storage device, a speaker body and a microphone; the speaker body is provided with a storage slot, the microphone storage device is installed in the storage slot, and the microphone is placed in the microphone storage device.

[0014] Furthermore, the surface of the microphone is covered with a second buffer layer, and the second buffer layer is the same as or different from the first buffer layer.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: the present application utilizes a driving member driven by a power member to abut against the microphone, and utilizes friction to drive the microphone to sink into the guide member, and the guide member guides the displacement direction of the microphone to realize automatic storage of the microphone. The driving power of the power member can be controlled to accurately control the movement rate of the driving member, so that the sinking speed and force of the microphone can be stably controlled, which can reduce the noise and vibration caused by shaking or impact of the microphone. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the intelligent speaker of the present utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the storage and abutment structure of the utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the utility model.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the microphone of the present invention in a released state.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the microphone of the present invention in the stored state.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the microphone storage structure of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 8 It is a cross-sectional view of the internal structure of the utility model.

[0024] The reference numerals are as follows: 1-microphone; 2-guide member; 3-power member; 4-driving member; 5-support guide assembly; 6-pulley; 7-support shell; 8-first buffer layer; 9-second buffer layer; 10-accommodating cavity; 11-speaker body. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of this application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of this application, not all of the embodiments. It should be understood that this application is not limited to the example embodiments disclosed herein. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship 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 cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0027] 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.

[0028] In the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," "connected," "fixed," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may 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 the present invention based on specific circumstances.

[0029] The utility model provides an attached Figures 1 to 8In an embodiment of the present invention, a microphone storage device is used for storing a microphone 1, comprising: a guide member 2, wherein a receiving cavity 10 with an opening at one end is provided in the guide member 2; a driving member 4, wherein the driving member 4 is provided at a side of the guide member 2 and extends into the receiving cavity 10, so that the driving member 4 abuts against the microphone 1 placed in the guide member 2; a power member 3, wherein the power member 3 is provided at a side of the driving member 4 and is transmission-connected to the driving member 4, and the power member 3 is used to drive the driving member 4 to displace the microphone 1 in the receiving cavity 10. In this application, the driving member 4 driven by the power member 3 abuts against the microphone 1, and utilizes the friction between the microphone 1 and the driving member 4 to drive the microphone 1 to sink to the bottom of the guide member 2. The guide member 2 guides the displacement direction of the microphone 1 for storage, thereby realizing automatic storage of the microphone 1.

[0030] Specifically, the microphone storage device can be a cavity for accommodating microphone 1, namely, cavity 10. The cavity depth is greater than or equal to the length of microphone 1. The cavity includes an opening through which microphone 1 can be inserted vertically or horizontally along its length to achieve plug-in storage. Microphone 1 securing structure can be provided within or outside the opening to secure microphone 1 after storage.

[0031] Specifically, the power member 3 can be a motor such as a DC motor, an asynchronous motor, or a synchronous motor that can drive the driving member 4 to rotate or move.

[0032] Furthermore, because the friction between the driver 4 and the microphone 1 is sufficiently large, the microphone 1 can be stably secured without an additional clamping mechanism, simplifying the structure of the device. Furthermore, the movement rate of the driver 4 can be precisely controlled by controlling the driving power of the power member 3. Specifically, the power of the power member 3 can be divided into several levels, each corresponding to a different operating speed. Furthermore, by providing different physical buttons on the microphone storage device to trigger different levels, the sinking speed and force of the microphone 1 can be stably controlled, thereby reducing noise and vibration caused by shaking or impacting the microphone 1. Specifically, the user only needs to place the microphone 1 into the receiving cavity 10 of the guide member 2, and the rest of the storage process is automatically completed, improving user convenience. The friction of the driver 4 can maintain a uniform speed during the storage process, ensuring stable storage and reducing shaking and noise. Overall, this application uses the power member 3 and the driver 4 to achieve automated and stable storage of the microphone 1, improving the user experience while reducing noise and equipment loss.

[0033] The drive member 4 includes a gear, which is connected to the shaft of the power member 3; the gear and microphone 1 are in contact. When the power member 3 rotates, its shaft drives the gear, which in turn transmits power to the microphone 1, causing it to move within the guide member 2. The contact between the gear and the surface of the microphone 1 provides sufficient friction, ensuring the stability of the microphone 1 during storage and preventing it from slipping or swinging. By precisely controlling the speed of the power member 3, the gear speed can be adjusted, thereby controlling the speed and force of the microphone 1's descent, achieving smooth storage.

[0034] Furthermore, the driving member 4 can also be a transmission structure driven by the power member 3, such as a rack, a belt drive, or a chain and a sprocket. Specifically, a belt and a pulley can be used to transmit power. The belt wraps around the pulley and one or more other pulleys on the axis of the power member 3, and drives the movement of the microphone 1 through the friction of the belt. It can also be a worm and a worm wheel. When the worm rotates, it can drive the worm wheel to rotate, thereby converting the rotational motion into linear motion.

[0035] The surface of the driver 4 is covered with a first buffer layer 8. Specifically, there are three ways to increase friction between the microphone 1 and the guide member 2 when the microphone 1 is stored. First, if the surface material of the microphone 1 is relatively hard, such as metal, the surface of the driver 4 is made of a soft rubber structure. Second, if the surface material of the microphone 1 is a soft rubber structure, the surface material of the driver 4 is relatively hard. Third, if the surface of both the microphone 1 and the driver 4 is made of a soft rubber structure, in all three cases, friction is increased, driving the driver 4 to cause the microphone 1 to sink for storage. The contact of the buffer layer between the driver 4 and the surface of the microphone 1 provides sufficient friction to prevent the microphone 1 from sliding or swinging during storage. The use of the buffer layer reduces scratches or damage that may be caused by direct contact between hard materials, helping to protect the surface of the microphone 1 from scratches. The buffer layer has a certain degree of elasticity, which can absorb some of the impact force when the microphone 1 is lowered for storage, thereby reducing the noise and vibration caused by the impact. In other words, the buffer layer of the present application can be a material with a high friction coefficient, such as rubber, silicone, or a specialized high-friction coating, which has high friction.

[0036] Furthermore, the surface of the microphone 1 or the surface of the driver 4 can be roughened to form a buffer layer, which can make the two fit more closely, thereby increasing the friction. This can be achieved through physical friction, sandblasting or chemical treatment.

[0037] It also includes a support and guide assembly 5, which is arranged on the side of the driving member 4. When the microphone 1 is placed in the accommodating cavity 10, the support and guide assembly 5 is used to guide or fix the storage of the microphone 1. The support and guide assembly 5 limits the freedom of movement of the microphone 1 during the storage process through physical contact with the microphone 1, thereby ensuring its stability and reducing shaking or vibration. The support and guide assembly 5 not only provides support, but also acts as a guide to help the user place the microphone 1 correctly in the storage device, avoiding damage or malfunction that may be caused by improper placement. Through stable support and guidance, the noise and potential wear caused by the microphone 1 hitting the guide member 2 during the storage process are reduced.

[0038] Furthermore, the support guide assembly 5 can be a pulley 6, which guides and supports the movement of the microphone 1 through the groove of the pulley 6. The pulley 6 can be a bearing pulley 6 fixed to the guide member 2 to reduce friction and provide smooth movement; it can also be a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is a track fixed inside the guide member 2, and the slider is a component that matches the guide rail and can slide along the guide rail. When the microphone 1 is placed in the guide member 2, the slider contacts the microphone 1 and moves smoothly along the linear guide rail. It can also be a ball bearing system, which is similar to the design of a guide rail and a slider, but uses balls instead of sliders to reduce friction and improve the smoothness of movement. The ball bearings can be installed in a frame so that they can surround and support the microphone 1.

[0039] The support guide assembly 5 includes a pulley 6 and a support shell 7 fixed to the guide member 2; the pulley 6 and support shell 7 are connected by bearings; and the gears and microphone 1 are in contact. The combination of pulley 6 and support shell 7 provides a stable support platform for microphone 1. When microphone 1 is placed in the guide member 2, pulley 6 contacts microphone 1 and reduces friction through the rotation of the bearing, allowing microphone 1 to move smoothly to the designated position. Because pulley 6 is connected by bearings, it can rotate freely, which reduces direct sliding friction with the surface of microphone 1 and helps protect the surface of microphone 1 from scratches or wear. Pulley 6 not only provides support but also helps guide microphone 1 into the correct storage position, avoiding damage or position deviation caused by improper placement.

[0040] Two support guide assemblies 5 are provided in the guide member 2. The driving member 4 and the two support guide assemblies 5 are arranged at equal intervals in a radial direction perpendicular to the central axis of the guide member. Specifically, the driving member 4 and the two support guide assemblies 5 are arranged at equal intervals in a direction that divides the circumference of the microphone 1 into three equal parts and abut against it. The three support points (driving member 4 and the two support guide assemblies 5) are distributed in a direction that divides the circumference of the microphone 1 into three equal parts, ensuring that the microphone 1 is evenly supported during the storage process and avoiding tilting or imbalance. By providing multiple support points around the microphone 1, the overall stability is increased and shaking or vibration during movement or use is reduced. Since the microphone 1 is evenly and stably supported when stored, accidental damage caused by unstable support is reduced, and the service life of the equipment is extended. The stable support reduces the noise and vibration generated by the microphone 1 during movement, providing a quieter and smoother operating experience. Furthermore, there can be multiple support guide assemblies 5, which support the microphone 1 in multiple directions.

[0041] The length from the opening of the guide member 2 to the driver 4 is a first preset value, and the length from the bottom of the guide member 2 to the driver 4 is a second preset value; the first preset value is smaller than the second preset value. By adjusting the length from the opening of the guide member 2 to the driver 4 (the first preset value), the speed at which the microphone 1 enters when it is initially stored can be controlled; the shorter first preset value means that the microphone 1 will contact the driver 4 more quickly when it initially sinks; because the length from the bottom of the guide member 2 to the driver 4 (the second preset value) is longer, this provides sufficient vertical space for the microphone 1, ensuring that the microphone 1 can completely sink to the storage position; this length ratio design may be used to distribute different storage forces during the sinking process of the microphone 1, quickly introducing it in the early stage and completing the storage slowly and steadily in the later stage.

[0042] A sensor assembly is provided at the opening of the accommodating cavity 10. When microphone 1 is placed into the storage slot, the sensor assembly detects its position, triggering subsequent storage. This automated detection simplifies the user's operation process. The sensor can send a signal to the control system indicating that microphone 1 is in place and ready for storage, which facilitates intelligent control. The user does not need to closely monitor the placement of microphone 1; they can simply insert microphone 1, which greatly simplifies the operation process and provides a better user experience.

[0043] A smart speaker includes a microphone storage device, a speaker body, and a microphone 1. The speaker body is provided with a storage slot, the microphone storage device is installed in the storage slot, and the microphone 1 is placed in the microphone storage device. A charging structure is provided at the bottom of the microphone 1. The charging structure at the bottom of the microphone 1 can be a plug-in charging probe, a contact charging probe, or a wireless charging device, which can be matched to the smart speaker. The speaker body can be provided with a switch electrically connected to the power component 3, and the switch can be used to control the direction and speed of the power component to realize the storage and removal of the microphone.

[0044] The surface of microphone 1 is covered with a second buffer layer 9. Specifically, the buffer layers of microphone 1 and driver 4 can be of the following types: first, if the surface of microphone 1 is made of a hard material, such as metal, then the surface of driver 4 is made of a soft rubber structure; second, if the surface of microphone 1 is made of a soft rubber structure, then the surface of driver 4 is made of a hard material; and third, if both the surface of microphone 1 and driver 4 are made of a soft rubber structure.

[0045] When the microphone 1 is connected to the speaker body 11, howling will occur if it is too close to the speaker body 11. The speaker body 11 will emit a harsh howling sound, which will greatly affect the user experience. Especially when the speaker body 11 stores the microphone 1, the collision and friction sounds between the microphone 1 and the speaker body 11 during the storage process are more likely to cause howling. Based on this, the microphone 1 can be automatically shut down when it is close to the speaker body 11 to prevent howling from occurring when the microphone 1 is close to the speaker body 11 or when the speaker body 11 stores the microphone 1.

[0046] In some embodiments, in order to prevent the microphone 1 from howling when it is close to the speaker body 11 or when the speaker accommodates the microphone 1, the microphone 1 can be automatically shut down when it is close to the speaker. Specifically, a sensing element can be set on the microphone 1 and / or the speaker, and the sensing element can be used to sense the distance between the speaker body 11 and the microphone 1, and generate a corresponding sensing signal after the distance between the speaker and the microphone 1 is less than or equal to a preset distance, and send the sensing signal to the control device of the microphone 1, or send the sensing signal to the control device of the microphone 1 through the speaker, so that the control device controls the microphone 1 to shut down. More specifically, the sensing element can be one or more, which can be a Hall element, a distance sensor, an infrared sensor, or any other single electronic component that can sense the distance between the speaker and the microphone 1, as well as any combination of electronic components.

[0047] In some specific embodiments, when the microphone 1 storage structure is a cavity (i.e., a storage chamber), a sensing element can be positioned at the cavity opening. When the microphone 1 is inserted into the cavity, the sensing element can generate a corresponding sensing signal immediately upon insertion to shut down the microphone 1. Furthermore, the sensing element can be positioned at an end of the cavity away from the opening. Similarly, a corresponding sensing signal can be generated to shut down the microphone 1 when the microphone 1 is inserted near the sensing element. This can also prevent the sensing element from being exposed to the outside due to the opening facing outward, which could lead to aging of the component.

[0048] In some more specific embodiments, the sensing element is a Hall effect element and a magnetic element, which are respectively disposed at corresponding positions on the speaker body 11 and the microphone 1. For example, the magnetic element is disposed at a corresponding position on the microphone 1 and the Hall effect element is disposed at a corresponding position on the speaker body 11, or alternatively, the Hall effect element is disposed at a corresponding position on the microphone 1 and the magnetic element is disposed at a corresponding position on the speaker body 11. The triggering condition for the Hall effect element may be that the detected magnetic field strength reaches a preset value. When the detected magnetic field strength is greater than or equal to the preset value, it means that the distance between the speaker and the microphone 1 is sufficient to cause howling, and the microphone 1 needs to be shut down.

[0049] In some preferred embodiments, a magnetic element is positioned at the corresponding position of microphone 1, and a Hall element is positioned at the corresponding position of the speaker. Since users carry microphone 1 with them while singing karaoke, potentially moving to locations with strong magnetic fields, placing a Hall element on microphone 1 could cause it to shut down incorrectly, impacting the user experience. If the microphone 1 is housed in a cavity, meaning it is inserted into the enclosure, the Hall element can be positioned at the opening of the speaker cavity or at an end away from the opening.

[0050] In other more specific embodiments, the sensing elements include a Hall effect sensor and a charging element, with the charging element comprising a charging structure and a power receiving structure. The charging structure is provided correspondingly to the speaker body 11, and the power receiving structure is provided correspondingly to the microphone 1. It should be noted that when the charging structure and the power receiving structure come into contact, a magnetic field change occurs. Based on this, the triggering condition for the Hall effect sensor can be set to detect a magnetic field change. When the Hall effect sensor detects a magnetic field change, it indicates that the speaker's charging structure is in contact with the microphone 1's power receiving structure. At this point, the distance between the speaker and microphone 1 is sufficient to induce howling, requiring the microphone 1 to be shut down. Specifically, the charging structure can be located on the surface of the speaker or in conjunction with the storage structure. When the microphone 1 storage structure is a cavity, i.e., when the microphone 1 is inserted into the storage structure, the charging structure is located at the end of the speaker cavity away from the opening, and the power receiving structure is located at the bottom or underside of the end of the microphone 1. The Hall effect sensor can be located near the charging structure, allowing it to sense the magnetic field change caused by the moment power is applied. Alternatively, the Hall effect sensor can be located near the power receiving structure, where it can also sense the magnetic field change caused by the moment power is applied.

[0051] In some more specific embodiments, the sensing elements are Hall effect sensors and charging elements. The charging element includes a charging structure and a power receiving structure. The charging structure is provided on the speaker, and the power receiving structure is provided on the microphone 1. Furthermore, the speaker and microphone 1 may be provided with magnetic components, positioned outside the inductive triggering range of the Hall effect sensor. This magnetic component serves to secure the microphone 1 rather than trigger the Hall effect sensor.

[0052] It should also be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as first and second, etc., are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "comprises," "comprising," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such 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 elements inherent to such process, method, article, or device. In the absence of further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a ..." does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or device comprising the element.

[0053] The above description of the disclosed embodiments will enable one skilled in the art to implement or use the present application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present application. Therefore, the present application is not limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is intended to conform to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A microphone storage device for storing a microphone, characterized in that: include: A guide member, wherein a receiving cavity with an open end is provided in the guide member; a driving member, the driving member being disposed beside the guide member and extending into the accommodating cavity so as to abut against the microphone placed in the guide member; A power member is arranged beside the driving member and is in transmission connection with the driving member, and is used to drive the driving member to cause the microphone to move in the accommodating cavity.

2. The microphone storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a support and guide component, which is arranged on the side of the driving member. When the microphone is placed in the accommodating cavity, the support and guide component is used to guide or fix the storage of the microphone.

3. The microphone storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support guide assembly includes a pulley and a support shell fixed on the guide member; The pulley is connected to the support housing bearing.

4. The microphone storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that: There are two support and guide assemblies, and the driving member and the two support and guide assemblies are arranged at equal intervals in a radial direction perpendicular to the central axis of the guide member.

5. A microphone storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The length from the opening of the guide member to the driving member is a first preset value, and the length from the bottom of the guide member to the driving member is a second preset value; The first preset value is smaller than the second preset value.

6. A microphone storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The driving member includes a gear, the power member is a motor, and the gear is transmission-connected to a rotating shaft of the motor.

7. A microphone storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The surface of the driving member is covered with a first buffer layer.

8. The microphone storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: A sensor component is provided at the opening of the accommodating cavity.

9. A smart speaker, characterized in that: The microphone storage device comprises the microphone storage device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, a speaker body and a microphone; The speaker body is provided with a storage groove, the microphone storage device is installed in the storage groove, and the microphone is placed in the microphone storage device.

10. The smart speaker according to claim 9, characterized in that: The surface layer of the microphone is covered with a second buffer layer, and the second buffer layer is the same as or different from the first buffer layer.

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