Intelligent helmet system, helmet and scooter

Abstract

The utility model provides an intelligent helmet system, a helmet and a scooter. The intelligent helmet system comprises a helmet body, a first detection module, a second detection module and a third detection module, the helmet body comprises a first lock part of a helmet lock and a hat strap, the hat strap comprises a buckle, and a second lock part of the helmet lock is installed on a scooter; when the first detection module works, the connection state between the first lock part and the second lock part is detected, and connection state information is sent to the control module; the second detection module detects the wearing state of the helmet and sends the wearing state information to the control module; a third detection module detects the clamping state of the buckle and sends clamping state information to the control module, and the control module determines the wearing / returning state of the helmet based on the connection state information, the wearing state information and the clamping state information.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of helmet technology, and in particular to an intelligent helmet system, a helmet, and a transportation vehicle. Background Art

[0002] For people who ride a vehicle (such as a motorcycle, electric scooter, bicycle, electric bike, or electric scooter, etc.), a helmet is a key piece of equipment to ensure safety. Wearing a helmet correctly can significantly reduce the risk of head injury in a traffic accident and effectively protect the head from serious damage.

[0003] When using mobility scooters, riders sometimes fail to wear helmets correctly as required. For example, riders may simply hang their helmets on their scooters to avoid police inspections. Another example is riders wearing helmets but not fastening the straps, making them vulnerable to falling off in emergencies and failing to provide the necessary protection. These improper helmet-wearing behaviors significantly increase the risk of head injuries in accidents. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present application provides an intelligent helmet system, a helmet, and a transportation vehicle, which detect whether the rider is wearing or returning the helmet safely through a first detection module, a second detection module, and a third detection module, to ensure that the rider wears the helmet correctly on the head.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of the present application adopt the following technical solutions:

[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides an intelligent helmet system for detecting the wearing / returning status of a helmet, comprising: a control module; a helmet body, comprising a first lock portion and a chin strap of a helmet lock, the chin strap comprising a buckle, and the second lock portion of the helmet lock being mounted on a mobility vehicle; a first detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, which detects the connection status between the first lock portion and the second lock portion and sends the connection status information to the control module when in operation; a second detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, which detects the wearing status of the helmet and sends the wearing status information to the control module; and a third detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, which detects the engaging status of the buckle and sends the engaging status information to the control module, wherein the control module determines the wearing / returning status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information and the engaging status information.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present application, the first detection module includes a first sensor and a first communication unit, the first communication unit is communicatively connected to the first sensor, and is communicatively connected to the control module through meter-level wireless data transmission technology; the first sensor is located on the first lock part or the second lock part, and senses whether the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened when working; in order to send the connection status information to the control module, the first communication unit: sends a helmet locking signal when the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened; otherwise, sends a helmet unlocking signal, or sends an empty signal as the helmet locking signal when the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened; otherwise, sends the helmet unlocking signal, or sends the helmet locking signal when the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened; otherwise, sends an empty signal as the helmet unlocking signal.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present application, the first locking portion includes a slot, and the second locking portion includes a spring locking point. When the first locking portion and the second locking portion are engaged, the spring locking point is locked into the slot.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present application, the first sensor includes a target tag located on one of the first lock part or the second lock part; and a reader located on the other of the first lock part and the second lock part, configured to identify the target tag, thereby sensing whether the first lock part and the second lock part are buckled.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present application, the reader can identify any tag in a designated tag set, where the designated tag set includes a plurality of designated tags matched with the reader, and the plurality of designated tags includes the target tag.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present application, the second detection module is located on the inner side of the helmet body, and includes a pressure sensor, which detects the pressure generated on the inner side when the rider puts the helmet on his head; and a second communication unit, which is communicatively connected to the control module through meter-level wireless data transmission technology, and is communicatively connected to the pressure sensor. In order to send the wearing status information to the control module, the second communication unit: sends a helmet wearing signal when the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure; otherwise, sends a helmet taking off signal; or sends an empty signal as the helmet wearing signal when the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure; otherwise, sends the helmet taking off signal; or sends the helmet wearing signal when the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure; otherwise, sends an empty signal as the helmet taking off signal.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present application, the buckle includes a first buckle portion and a second buckle portion; the third detection module includes: a third sensor, including a signal unit and a sensing unit, the signal unit is located on the first buckle portion, and the sensing unit is located on the second buckle portion, when the signal unit enters the sensing area of ​​the sensing unit, the signal unit is sensed by the sensing unit, so that the third sensor senses the engagement of the buckle; a third communication unit is connected to the control module through wireless communication at a distance of meters and is communicatively connected to the third sensor; in order to send the engagement status information to the control module, the third communication unit: when the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, sends a buckle engagement signal; otherwise, sends a buckle disengagement signal; or when the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, sends a blank signal as the buckle engagement signal; otherwise, sends a buckle disengagement signal; or when the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, sends the buckle engagement signal; otherwise, sends a blank signal as the buckle disengagement signal.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present application, the third sensor is a Hall sensor, the signal unit is a magnet; the sensing unit is a magnetic induction element, and the third communication unit is communicatively connected to the magnetic induction element and is configured to send the buckle engagement signal and / or the buckle unlocking signal when working.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present application, the control module is located on the helmet and / or the vehicle for transportation; and in order to determine the safe wearing status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information and the engagement status information, the control module: after receiving the helmet unlocking signal, the helmet wearing signal and the buckle engagement signal, sends target information that the helmet is safely worn to the vehicle for transportation.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present application, in order to determine the safe wearing status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information and the locking status information, the control module: after receiving the helmet unlocking signal, the helmet wearing signal and the buckle locking signal in sequence, sends the information that the helmet is safely worn to the transportation vehicle.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present application, the control module is located on the helmet and / or the mobility vehicle; and in order to determine the return status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information and the locking status information, the control module: after receiving the helmet locking signal, the helmet removing signal and the buckle unlocking signal, sends information that the helmet has been safely returned to the mobility vehicle.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present application, in order to determine the return status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information and the locking status information, the control module: after receiving the buckle unlocking signal, the helmet removing signal and the helmet locking signal in sequence, sends information that the helmet has been safely returned to the transportation vehicle.

[0018] In the second aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a helmet, comprising: a main body, comprising a first lock portion and a chin strap of a helmet lock, the chin strap comprising a buckle, and the second lock portion of the helmet lock being installed on a mobility vehicle; a first detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, detecting the connection status between the first lock portion and the second lock portion and sending the connection status information to the control module when in operation; a second detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, detecting the wearing status of the helmet and sending the wearing status information to the control module; and a third detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, detecting the engaging status of the buckle and sending the engaging status information to the control module, the control module determining the wearing / returning status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information and the engaging status information.

[0019] According to some embodiments of the present application, the first detection module includes a first sensor and a first communication unit, the first communication unit is communicatively connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology, and is communicatively connected to the first sensor; the first sensor is located on the first lock part or the second lock part, and senses whether the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened when working; in order to send the connection status information to the control module, the first communication unit: sends a helmet locking signal when the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened; otherwise, sends a helmet unlocking signal, or sends an empty signal as the helmet locking signal when the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened; otherwise, sends the helmet unlocking signal, or sends the helmet locking signal when the first lock part and the second lock part are fastened; otherwise, sends an empty signal as the helmet unlocking signal.

[0020] According to some embodiments of the present application, the second detection module is located on the inner side of the main body, and includes: a pressure sensor, which detects the pressure on the inner side when the rider puts the helmet on his head; and a second communication unit, which is communicatively connected to the control module through meter-level wireless data transmission technology and is communicatively connected to the pressure sensor. In order to send the wearing status information to the control module, the second communication unit: sends a helmet wearing signal when the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure; otherwise, sends a helmet taking off signal; or sends an empty signal as the helmet wearing signal when the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure; otherwise, sends the helmet taking off signal; or sends the helmet wearing signal when the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure; otherwise, sends an empty signal as the helmet taking off signal.

[0021] According to some embodiments of the present application, the buckle includes a first buckle portion and a second buckle portion; the third detection module includes: a third sensor, including a signal unit and a sensing unit, the signal unit is located on the first buckle portion, and the sensing unit is located on the second buckle portion, when the signal unit enters the sensing area of ​​the sensing unit, the signal unit is sensed by the sensing unit, so that the third sensor senses the engagement of the buckle; a third communication unit is connected to the control module through wireless communication at a distance of meters and is communicatively connected to the third sensor; in order to send the engagement status information to the control module, the third communication unit: when the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, sends a buckle engagement signal; otherwise, sends a buckle disengagement signal; or when the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, sends a blank signal as the buckle engagement signal; otherwise, sends a buckle disengagement signal; or when the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, sends the buckle engagement signal; otherwise, sends a blank signal as the buckle disengagement signal.

[0022] In a third aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a mobility vehicle, comprising: a frame; a front wheel assembly rotatably connected to the frame; a rear wheel assembly rotatably connected to the frame; an intelligent helmet system, the intelligent helmet system comprising the intelligent helmet system described in any one of the first aspects above; and a central control system mounted on the frame and communicatively connected to the intelligent helmet system.

[0023] According to some embodiments of the present application, the rear wheel assembly includes at least one rear wheel; and the front wheel assembly includes: a handlebar, a front fork pivotally connected to the handlebar, and at least one front wheel rotatably connected to the front fork.

[0024] According to some embodiments of the present application, the central control system is configured to: issue a startup instruction only after receiving information that the helmet is safely worn; and / or issue a shutdown instruction only after receiving information that the helmet is safely returned.

[0025] In summary, this specification provides an intelligent helmet system, a helmet, and a mobility vehicle, which ensures that the rider wears the helmet correctly on the head by detecting the connection status between the first lock part and the second lock part through the first detection module, detecting the wearing status of the helmet through the second detection module, and detecting the engagement status of the buckle through the third detection module. This helps to ensure that the rider is always protected while riding the mobility vehicle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this specification, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this specification. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0027] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of a mobility vehicle provided according to some embodiments of the present application is shown;

[0028] Figure 2 A schematic structural diagram of a helmet at a first viewing angle according to some embodiments of the present application is shown;

[0029] Figure 3 A schematic structural diagram of a helmet at a second viewing angle according to some embodiments of the present application is shown;

[0030] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of a helmet provided at a third viewing angle according to some embodiments of the present application is shown; and

[0031] Figure 5 A schematic structural diagram of a buckle provided according to some embodiments of the present application is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] The following description provides specific application scenarios and requirements for this specification, with the goal of enabling those skilled in the art to make and use the contents of this specification. Various modifications to the disclosed embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments and applications without departing from the spirit and scope of this specification. Therefore, this specification is not limited to the embodiments shown, but is intended to be accorded the broadest scope consistent with the claims.

[0033] The terms used herein are for the purpose of describing specific example embodiments only and are not intended to be limiting. For example, as used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. When used in this specification, the terms "comprise," "include," and / or "contain" are intended to refer to the presence of the associated integers, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not preclude the presence of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups or the addition of other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups in the system / method.

[0034] In this application, "X includes at least one of A, B, or C" means that X includes at least A, or X includes at least B, or X includes at least C. In other words, X can include only any combination of A, B, and C, or it can include any combination of A, B, and C as well as other possible contents / elements. The arbitrary combination of A, B, and C can be A, B, C, AB, AC, BC, or ABC.

[0035] In this application, unless explicitly stated otherwise, the association relationship between structures can be a direct association relationship or an indirect association relationship. For example, when describing "A is connected to B", unless it is explicitly stated that A is directly connected to B, it should be understood that A can be directly connected to B or indirectly connected to B; for another example, when describing "A is above B", unless it is explicitly stated that A is directly above B (AB are adjacent and A is above B), it should be understood that A can be directly above B or indirectly above B (AB is separated by other elements and A is above B). And so on.

[0036] These and other features of this specification, as well as the operation and function of the associated elements of the structure, and the economical assembly and manufacture of the components, can be significantly improved with consideration of the following description. The description also includes all figures and text referenced in the drawings herein, all of which form a part of this specification. However, it should be expressly understood that the drawings are for illustration and description purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this specification. It should also be understood that the drawings are not drawn to scale.

[0037] A transportation vehicle may be a short-distance transportation vehicle, that is, it may refer to various devices and tools used to meet the transportation needs of an individual within a relatively short distance. Such equipment is generally portable, easy to operate and environmentally friendly, and is suitable for short-distance travel within a city or a specific area. It can effectively replace or supplement traditional means of transportation, reduce traffic congestion and environmental pollution. Specific embodiments of personal travel equipment include scooters (human-powered scooters, electric scooters), bicycles (human-powered bicycles, electric bicycles), electric balance bikes, and other similar light vehicles. This specification uses a scooter as an example to illustrate the above-mentioned short-distance transportation vehicle. However, those skilled in the art will understand that other types of short-distance transportation vehicles are also applicable to the invention in this specification without departing from its spirit.

[0038] The use scenarios for the mobility vehicles provided in this specification can generally be divided into two main forms: shared and private. Private can refer to vehicles purchased and owned by the individual rider for use solely by themselves or their family. Shared can refer to services provided by a third party for on-demand public use. Riders can rent these mobility vehicles and park them in designated areas or any public parking spots after use. The use scenarios for the mobility vehicles provided in this specification can be either private or shared, without limitation.

[0039] Typically, before starting to ride a mobility scooter, the rider will remove the helmet from the scooter, put it on their head, and securely fasten the buckles on the chin strap to ensure that the helmet can protect the head during the ride. When the ride is over, the rider will unfasten the buckles on the chin strap, remove the helmet, and return it to its original position so that it can be quickly and easily accessed the next time it is used. Although wearing a helmet correctly is crucial to the safety of riding a mobility scooter, in actual operation there is a lack of effective supervision and inspection mechanisms to ensure that riders follow the correct wearing steps. This means that when using a mobility scooter, whether the rider wears the helmet correctly according to the prescribed steps often depends on the rider's self-consciousness and safety awareness, and cannot be effectively monitored and verified. This means that even with clear safety instructions, it is impossible to fully guarantee that every rider can wear a helmet correctly, thus affecting the safety protection effect of the helmet.

[0040] With this in mind, this specification provides a smart helmet system, helmet, and transportation vehicle. First, second, and third detection modules monitor the connection status of the helmet lock, the helmet's wearing status, and the engagement status of the buckle, respectively. A control module integrates this information to determine whether the helmet is correctly worn or returned. This solution monitors the correct wearing of the helmet by the rider, improving the probability of proper helmet wearing, enhancing cycling safety, and ensuring that the helmet is properly stored after use, thereby improving overall safety management.

[0041] Figure 1 FIG. 1 shows a schematic structural diagram of a mobility vehicle 001 provided according to some embodiments of the present application. Figure 1 As shown, the mobility vehicle 001 includes a frame 1000 , a front wheel assembly 2000 , a rear wheel assembly 3000 , an intelligent helmet system 4000 and a central control system 5000 .

[0042] The frame 1000 is the base and main structure of the mobility vehicle 001. The frame 1000 is used to connect the various components of the mobility vehicle 001, such as the front wheel assembly 2000 and the rear wheel assembly 3000, etc. The frame 1000 can also be used to carry the rider. In different mobility vehicles 001, the frame 1000 can have different structures. For example, taking the mobility vehicle 001 as an electric scooter, the electric scooter can be a three-wheeled scooter or a two-wheeled scooter. The frames 1000 of the three-wheeled scooter and the two-wheeled scooter have different structures. Figure 1 The description is made by taking a three-wheeled scooter as an example of the mobility scooter 001. Those skilled in the art should understand that other structures of the frame 1000 are also within the scope of protection of this specification.

[0043] The front wheel assembly 2000 and the rear wheel assembly 3000 are each rotatably connected to the vehicle frame 1000. At least one of the front wheel assembly 2000 or the rear wheel assembly 3000 can be driven, thereby driving the mobility vehicle 001. The front wheel assembly 2000 and the rear wheel assembly 3000 can be arranged along the longitudinal direction L of the vehicle frame 1000. Specifically, the longitudinal direction can be the direction of travel of the mobility vehicle 001, and the direction facing the vehicle in the longitudinal direction during normal travel is the front, and the direction behind the vehicle in the longitudinal direction during normal travel is the rear. The front wheel assembly 2000 is located in front of the rear wheel assembly 3000 in the longitudinal direction.

[0044] In different mobility vehicles 001, the front wheel assembly 2000 and the rear wheel assembly 3000 have different structures. In some embodiments, the front wheel assembly 2000 may include at least one front wheel, such as one front wheel or two front wheels. In some embodiments, the rear wheel assembly 3000 may include at least one rear wheel, such as one rear wheel or two rear wheels.

[0045] In such Figure 1 In the illustrated electric scooter, the front wheel assembly 2000 includes a handlebar 2300, a front fork 2400, and two front wheels: a first front wheel 2100 and a second front wheel 2200. The first front wheel 2100 and the second front wheel 2200 can be located on either side of the frame 1000, allowing the frame 1000 to stand without a kickstand. The front fork 2400 is rotatably connected to the two front wheels and is also rotatably connected to the frame 1000.

[0046] In such Figure 1 In the illustrated electric scooter, the rear wheel assembly 3000 includes a rear wheel. The rear wheel can be located on the longitudinal center axis of the scooter 001. The rear wheel is rotatably connected to the frame 1000.

[0047] The smart helmet system 4000 is at least partially set on the helmet. Specifically, the smart helmet system 4000 can be set entirely on the helmet; it can also be partially set on the helmet and partially set on the mobility vehicle 001. The smart helmet system 4000 can be used to detect whether the helmet is worn safely and / or whether it is returned safely. Specifically, before starting to ride the mobility vehicle 001, the smart helmet system 4000 can detect the wearing status of the helmet to obtain information on whether the helmet is worn safely. When the ride is over, the smart helmet system 4000 can detect the return status of the helmet to obtain information on whether the helmet is returned safely. The smart helmet system 4000 can be connected to the central control system 5000 for communication, and send the detected information on whether the helmet is worn safely, or whether the helmet is returned, to the central control system 5000.

[0048] The central control system 5000 can be mounted on the vehicle frame 1000. The central control system 5000 can communicate with the smart helmet system 4000, thereby receiving information detected by the smart helmet system 4000 and instructing the mobility vehicle 001 to start or shut down. Specifically, the central control system 5000 can only issue a start command to instruct the mobility vehicle 001 to start after receiving information that the helmet is safely worn. The central control system 5000 can only issue a shutdown command to instruct the mobility vehicle 001 to shut down after receiving information that the helmet is safely returned.

[0049] The central control system 5000 may include: a microcontroller, a central processing unit (CPU), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a microprocessor (Microprocessor), an embedded system controller, a programmable logic controller (PLC), an intelligent controller, a remote central control system 5000 and a multi-core processor, that is, the central control system 5000 is any circuit or processor that can perform one or more functions, or any combination thereof.

[0050] like Figure 1 As shown, the smart helmet system 4000 includes a helmet 400 and a control module (not shown in the figure).

[0051] The control module can be the central control 5000, or a circuit independent of the central control 5000.

[0052] The helmet 400 is designed to be worn on the rider's head to protect his safety. Each mobility vehicle 001 can be equipped with one or more helmets 400. For example, in the scenario of shared vehicles, the vehicle-sharing company places multiple mobility vehicles and multiple helmets outdoors at the same time for users to use. In order to make the entire sharing system more flexible and convenient, the company's multiple helmets 400 can be grouped into a set. The multiple helmets 400 in the same set can be adapted to the company's multiple mobility vehicles 001. In other words, these multiple helmets can be mixed with multiple mobility vehicles. After use, the rider can return the helmet 400 to any mobility vehicle 001 of the same company as the helmet 400, without being limited to the specific mobility vehicle 001 initially used.

[0053] For example, rider A and rider B use mobility vehicle A 001 and mobility vehicle B 001. Mobility vehicle A 001 is originally equipped with helmet A 400, and target vehicle B is originally equipped with helmet B 400. Mobility vehicle A 001 and mobility vehicle B 001 belong to the same company's mobility vehicle 001, and helmet A 400 and helmet B 400 belong to the same company's helmet 400. During the wearing process, rider A and rider B wear helmets 400 alternately, that is, rider A uses mobility vehicle A 001 and helmet B 400, and rider B uses mobility vehicle B 001 and helmet A 400. When returning helmets 400, rider A can return helmet B 400 to mobility vehicle A 001, and rider B can return helmet A 400 to mobility vehicle B 001, thus completing the return of helmets 400.

[0054] Furthermore, to ensure the security of the entire sharing system (preventing helmets from being stolen) and to ensure that every user can use a quality helmet, the multiple helmets 001 in the collection can also be customized specifically for the company's mobility vehicles 001, so that only these customized helmets can be recognized by the multiple vehicles 001. This prevents users from returning helmets of other brands or companies as replacements after using the mobility vehicles 001.

[0055] The control module can be connected to the helmet 400 for communication, thereby receiving information detected by the helmet 400 and determining the wearing or returning status of the helmet 400. The control module can be set on the helmet 400 or on the transportation vehicle 001. This specification does not limit the setting location of the control module. The control module may include: a microcontroller (Microcontroller), a central processing unit (CPU), a field programmable gate array (FPGA), a digital signal processor (DSP), an application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC), a microprocessor (Microprocessor), an embedded system controller, a programmable logic controller (PLC), an intelligent controller, a remote control module and a multi-core processor, that is, the control module is any circuit or processor capable of performing one or more functions, or any combination thereof.

[0056] Figure 2 A schematic structural diagram of a helmet 400 provided at a first viewing angle according to some embodiments of the present application is shown; Figure 31 shows a schematic structural diagram of a helmet 400 at a second viewing angle according to some embodiments of the present application; Figure 4 1 shows a schematic structural diagram of a helmet 400 provided in a third perspective according to some embodiments of the present application; Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the buckle provided according to some embodiments of the present application is shown. Figure 2 、 Figure 3 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the helmet 400 includes a head body 410 , a first detection module 430 , a second detection module 450 , and a third detection module 470 .

[0057] like Figure 2 As shown, the main body 410 of the helmet is the mounting base for other components of the helmet 400. For example, the first detection module 430, the second detection module 450 and the third detection module 470 can be installed with the helmet 400 as a carrier. The main body 410 may include an outer shell 411 and an inner lining 412. In the event of a collision, the outer shell 411 can absorb and disperse external impact forces, preventing direct impact from reaching the head. The inner lining 412 can further absorb impact energy, reduce the force transmitted to the head, and help cushion and disperse the remaining impact force. The outer shell 411 can be made of a sturdy material, such as polycarbonate, ABS plastic or a composite material. The inner lining 412 can be made of a lightweight and energy-absorbing material, such as EPS foam (expanded polystyrene) or other energy-absorbing materials. The main body 410 can be a semi-enclosed hemispherical structure, or other ergonomic shapes, which are not limited here.

[0058] The helmet 400 is connected to the vehicle 001 through a helmet lock. According to one embodiment of the present application, the helmet lock may include two parts: a first lock part (first lock part) 413 and a second lock part (second lock part) 414. The second lock part 414 is provided on the vehicle 001. The second lock part 414 can be provided anywhere on the mobility vehicle 001, such as on the frame 1000, such as on the handlebars, such as on the front fork, and so on. This specification does not limit the location of the second lock part 414. The first lock part 413 is provided on the body 410. The first lock part 413 can be provided at any position of the body 410. For example, the first lock part 413 can be provided at the top of the shell 411 and away from the side of the rider's head. The first lock part 413 can also be provided at the bottom of the shell 411 and away from the side of the rider's head. For another example, Figure 2 As shown, the first locking portion 413 may be disposed between the outer shell 411 and the inner lining 412 and located at the bottom of the body 410. The position of the first locking portion 413 is not limited in this specification.

[0059] The first lock portion 413 can be engaged and disengaged with the second lock portion 414. By engaging and disengaging the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414, the rider can remove the helmet 400 from the vehicle 001 or place the helmet 400 on the vehicle 001.

[0060] The first locking portion 413 includes a slot 4131, and the second locking portion 414 includes a spring latch 4141. The slot 4131 and the spring latch 4141 are adapted to each other. The adaptation can be achieved by matching the shapes and sizes of the mating surfaces of the spring latch 4141 and the slot 4131. When the helmet 400 is connected to the mobility vehicle 001, the first locking portion 413 slides toward the second locking portion 414 along a sliding direction D until the spring latch 4141 engages with the slot 4131, thereby achieving a secure connection between the helmet 400 and the mobility vehicle 001.

[0061] The body 410 may include retention strips 415. The retention strips 415 are disposed at the bottom of the body 410 and are used to connect the two sides of the helmet 400. Specifically, the retention strips 415 may include a first retention strap 415-1 and a second retention strap 415-2. One end of the first retention strap 415-1 may be fixedly disposed on one side of the body 410. The second retention strap 415-2 is disposed opposite the first retention strap 415-1, and one end of the second retention strap 415-2 may be fixedly disposed on the other side of the body 410. When the rider wears the helmet 400 on his head, the first retention strap 415-1 is located below one side of the rider's chin, and the second retention strap 415-2 is located below the other side of the rider's chin.

[0062] In order to fix the first support strap 415-1 and the second support strap 415-2 together, the hat strap 415 further includes a helmet buckle 4151. The buckle 4151 can be used to connect the other end of the first support strap 415-1 and the other end of the second support strap 415-2, thereby tightly fixing the hat strap 415 under the rider's chin.

[0063] According to some embodiments of the present application, the buckle 4151 includes a first buckle part 4151-1 and a second buckle part 4151-2. A first hole is provided on the first buckle part 4151-1, and the other end of the first support strap 415-1 can pass through the first hole and be fixedly connected to the first buckle part 4151-1. A second hole is provided on the second buckle part 4151-2, and the other end of the second support strap 415-2 can pass through the second hole and be fixedly connected to the second buckle part 4151-2. The first buckle part 4151-1 and the second buckle part 4151-2 can be engageable, thereby connecting the first support strap 415-1 and the second support strap 415-2, so that the hat strap 415 is tightly fixed under the rider's chin.

[0064] In the initial state, the helmet 400 is connected to the vehicle 001 via the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 of the helmet lock. When the rider is ready to ride, he or she needs to first remove the helmet 400 from the vehicle 001, then put the helmet 400 on the head, and finally fasten the buckle 4151 on the chin strap 415.

[0065] To detect whether the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are connected, the helmet 400 is further provided with a first detection module 430. The first detection module 430 may be at least partially disposed on the first lock portion 413, or at least partially disposed on the second lock portion 414. Specifically, the first detection module 430 may be disposed entirely on the first lock portion 413, or entirely on the second lock portion 414. The first detection module 430 may also be partially disposed on the first lock portion 413 and partially disposed on the second lock portion 414. When in operation, the first detection module 430 can detect the connection status between the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414. The first detection module 430 can be communicatively connected to the aforementioned control module to transmit detected connection status information to the control module.

[0066] like Figure 3As shown, the first detection module 430 may include a first sensor 431 and a first communication unit 432. The first sensor 431 may be located on the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414. When in operation, the first sensor 431 may sense whether the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are engaged. For example, when the first sensor 431 detects a specific degree of proximity, contact pressure, or signal transmission, the first sensor 431 deems that the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are engaged. The first sensor 431 may detect in a variety of ways, such as a capacitive sensor, an infrared sensor, a reader, a photoelectric sensor, a pressure sensor, a proximity sensor, a Hall effect sensor, and the like. This specification does not limit the type of the first sensor 431. Those skilled in the art should understand that any first sensor 431 that can implement the above technical solution is within the scope of protection of this specification. For the convenience of description, the following content is explained using the example of the first sensor 431 detecting using a reader.

[0067] The first sensor 431 includes a target tag 4312 and a reader 4311. The target tag 4312 can be placed on one of the first lock portion 413 or the second lock portion 414, and the reader 4311 is located on the other of the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414. Specifically, when the target tag 4312 is placed on the first lock portion 413, the reader 4311 is placed on the second lock portion 414. When the target tag 4312 is placed on the second lock portion 414, the reader 4311 is placed on the first lock portion 413. The reader 4311 can identify the target tag 4312 and thereby detect whether the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are engaged. The target tag 4312 and the reader 4311 can be of various types. For example, the target tag 4312 can be a radio frequency identification (RFID) target tag 4312, and the reader 4311 can be an RFID reader 4311. In some embodiments, the RFID reader 4311 transmits a signal to activate the RFID target tag 4312, which then reflects the signal. The RFID reader 4311 then receives the signal reflected back from the RFID target tag 4312. Consequently, the first sensor 4311 senses that the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are engaged, and the connection status information indicates that the helmet 400 is locked. In some embodiments, the RFID reader 4311 transmits a signal but fails to receive the signal reflected back from the RFID target tag 4312. Consequently, the first sensor 431 senses that the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are disconnected, and the connection status information indicates that the helmet 400 is unlocked.

[0068] The reader 4311 can only read one corresponding target tag 4312. Because the reader 4311 and the tag 4312 are respectively on the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414, the mobility vehicle 001 and the helmet 400 form a one-to-one matching relationship.

[0069] Reader 4311 can also read multiple tags of the same type as target tag 4312. For example, the target tag 4312 may include multiple tags customized for reader 4311 (e.g., reader 4311 can only read tags specified by the company to which mobility vehicle 001 belongs). These tags constitute a tag set, and the target tag 4312 is one of the tags in the tag set. In this way, reader 4311 can read any tag in the set, but cannot read other tags outside the set. In this way, because reader 4311 and tag 4312 are respectively on the first lock part 413 and the second lock part 414, mobility vehicle 001 can match all helmets 400 with tags in the set, but cannot match helmets with other tags outside the set. For example, in the application scenario of shared vehicles, mobility vehicle 001 can only recognize helmets 400 from the same brand company as it, and cannot recognize helmets from other companies. In this way, after use, the rider can return the helmet 400 to any vehicle 001 of the same company as the helmet 400, without being limited to the specific vehicle 001 used initially. This improves the use efficiency of the helmet 400 and makes the entire sharing system more flexible and convenient.

[0070] The first sensor 431 can be communicatively connected with the first communication unit 432, so that the connection status information detected by the first sensor 431 can be transmitted to the first communication unit 432. The communication connection can be a wired communication connection or a wireless communication connection, which is not limited here. Furthermore, the first communication unit 432 can be communicatively connected with the control module through meter-level wireless data transmission technology, so that the first communication unit 432 sends the received connection status information to the control module. The meter-level wireless transmission technology refers to a wireless transmission technology with an effective wireless communication distance within a few millimeters to 10 meters, such as NFC (Near Field Communication), Bluetooth, Infrared Data Association (IrDA), magnetic induction communication, and the like.

[0071] The first communication unit 432 can send the connection status information to the control module in different ways. For example, in some embodiments, when the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are engaged, the first communication unit 432 can send a helmet-locked signal to the control module; and when the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are disconnected, the first communication unit 432 sends a helmet-unlocked signal to the control module. For another example, in other embodiments, the first communication unit 432 can send a null signal as the helmet-locked signal when the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are engaged; and when the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414 are disconnected, the first communication unit 432 sends the helmet-unlocked signal. For example, in some other embodiments, the first communication unit 432 can also send a locking signal when the first lock part 413 and the second lock part 414 are engaged; and when the first lock part 413 and the second lock part 414 are disconnected, the first communication unit 432 sends an empty signal as an unlocking signal for the helmet 400.

[0072] After the rider removes the helmet 400 from the vehicle 001, the rider needs to wear the helmet 400 on his head. In order to detect the wearing status of the helmet 400, the helmet 400 may further include a second detection module 450. The second detection module 450 may be arranged on the inner side of the body 410. Specifically, the second detection module 450 may be arranged on the lining 412 and located on the top of the lining 412 near the side of the rider's head. When the rider wears the helmet 400 on his head, the second detection module 450 is located on the rider's head. The second detection module 450 can detect whether the rider wears the helmet 400 on his head. The second detection module 450 can also be connected to the control module for communication, thereby sending the wearing status information to the control module.

[0073] like Figure 4As shown, the second detection module 450 includes a second sensor 451 and a second communication unit 452. When working, the second sensor 451 can sense whether the helmet is worn on the rider's head. For example, when the second sensor 451 detects a specific degree of proximity, contact pressure or signal transmission, the second sensor 451 believes that the helmet is worn on the rider's head. The second sensor 451 can detect in many ways, such as a capacitive sensor, an infrared sensor, a reader, a photoelectric sensor, a pressure sensor, a proximity sensor and a Hall effect sensor, etc. This specification does not limit the type of the second sensor 451. Those skilled in the art should understand that any second sensor 451 that can implement the above technical solution is within the scope of protection of this specification. For the convenience of description, the following content is explained as an example of the second sensor 451 using a pressure sensor 4511 for detection.

[0074] A pressure sensor 4511 is mounted on the inside of the helmet body 410, where it contacts the rider's head. Specifically, the pressure sensor 4511 can be located on the inner lining 412, on the side of the top of the lining 412 facing the rider's head. When the rider wears the helmet 400, the pressure sensor 4511 is located on the top of the rider's head and contacts the top of the rider's head. In operation, the pressure sensor 4511 can detect the pressure applied to the inside of the helmet 400 by the rider wearing the helmet 400.

[0075] Pressure sensor 4511 can be a pressure sensor 4511 that directly measures pressure changes or a pressure sensor 4511 that indirectly measures pressure. Specifically, pressure sensor 4511 that directly measures pressure changes can be a piezoresistive pressure sensor 4511, a piezoelectric pressure sensor 4511, or an inductive pressure sensor 4511. Pressure sensor 4511 that indirectly measures pressure can be a strain gauge pressure sensor 4511, a capacitive pressure sensor 4511, an optical fiber pressure sensor 4511, a vibration frequency pressure sensor 4511, a thermally sensitive pressure sensor 4511, or a magnetostrictive pressure sensor 4511. This specification does not limit the type of pressure sensor 4511. Those skilled in the art should understand that any pressure sensor 4511 that can implement the above-described technical solution is within the scope of protection of this specification.

[0076] The pressure sensor 4511 can be communicatively connected to the second communication unit 452 so as to transmit the wearing status information detected by the pressure sensor 4511 to the second communication unit 452. The communication connection can be a wired communication connection or a wireless communication connection, which is not limited here. The second communication unit 452 can be communicatively connected to the control module. Furthermore, the second communication unit 452 can be communicatively connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology so that the second communication unit 452 sends the received wearing status information to the control module. The meter-level wireless data transmission technology is as described above and will not be elaborated here.

[0077] The second communication unit 452 can send the wearing status information to the control module in different ways. For example, in some embodiments, when the pressure sensor 4511 detects that the inner side of the body 410 is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, the second communication unit 452 can send a helmet-taken-on signal to the helmet 400; when the pressure sensor 4511 detects that the inner side of the body 410 is subjected to a pressure less than a preset pressure, the communication unit 452 can send a helmet-taken-off signal to the helmet 400. For another example, in some other embodiments, when the pressure sensor 4511 detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, the second communication unit 452 can send a null signal as a helmet-taken-off signal; when the pressure sensor 4511 detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure less than a preset pressure, the second communication unit 452 can send a helmet-taken-off signal to the helmet 400. For example, in some other embodiments, when the pressure sensor 4511 detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, the second communication unit 452 can send a signal to wear the helmet 400; when the pressure sensor 4511 detects that the inner side of the body 410 is subjected to a pressure less than a preset pressure, the second communication unit 452 can send an empty signal as a signal to take off the helmet 400.

[0078] After the rider puts the helmet 400 on his head, he needs to engage the buckle 415 and firmly fix the helmet 400 on his head to complete the wearing of the helmet. In order to detect whether the buckle 4151 is engaged, the helmet 400 also includes a third detection module 470. The third detection module 470 can be set on the chin strap (retention strips) 415. Further, the third detection module 470 can be set on the buckle 4151. Specifically, the third detection module 470 can be at least partially set on the first buckle part 4151-1, and can also be at least partially set on the second buckle part 4151-2. In other words, the third detection module 470 can also be set entirely on the first buckle part 4151-1, or entirely on the second buckle part 4151-2. For another example, the third detection module 470 can be partially set on the first buckle part 4151-1 and partially set on the second buckle part 4151-2. During operation, the third detection module 470 detects the engagement state of the buckle 4151. The third detection module 470 can be in communication with the control module, thereby sending the detected engagement state information of the buckle 4151 to the control module.

[0079] like Figure 5 As shown, the third detection module 470 includes a third sensor 471 and a third communication unit 472. The third sensor 471 can be at least partially disposed on the first snap portion 4151-1, or at least partially disposed on the second snap portion 4151-2. Furthermore, the third sensor 471 can be partially disposed on the first snap portion 4151-1 and partially disposed on the second snap portion 4151-2. The third sensor 471 can also be entirely disposed on the first snap portion 4151-1, or entirely disposed on the second snap portion 4151-2. The type of the third sensor 471 can be a magnetic induction sensor, a proximity sensor, a Hall effect sensor, an optical sensor, a displacement sensor, a pressure sensor, or a vibration sensor. This specification does not limit the type of the third sensor 471. Those skilled in the art should understand that any third sensor 471 that can implement the above technical solution is within the scope of protection of this specification.

[0080] For the convenience of description, the following description is given by taking an example in which the third sensor 471 is partially disposed on the first buckle portion 4151 - 1 and partially disposed on the second buckle portion 4151 - 2 .

[0081] The third sensor 471 may include a signal unit 4711 and a sensing unit 4712. The signal unit 4711 is located on and at one side of the first buckle portion 4151-1, and the sensing unit 4712 is located on and at one side of the second buckle portion 4151-2.

[0082] When the first latch portion 4151-1 and the second latch portion 4151-2 are engaged, the signal unit 4711 enters the sensing area of ​​the sensor unit 4712 and is sensed by the sensor unit 4712, thereby causing the third sensor 471 to sense that the latch 4151 is engaged. When the first latch portion 4151-1 and the second latch portion 4151-2 are disengaged, the signal unit 4711 is outside the sensing area of ​​the sensor unit 4712 and cannot be sensed by the sensor unit 4712, thereby causing the third sensor 471 to sense that the latch 4151 is disengaged, i.e., that the latch 4151 is released. According to some embodiments of the present application, the side of the first snap portion 4151-1 on which the signal unit 4711 is set is opposite to the side of the second snap portion 4151-2 on which the sensing unit is set, so that when the snap 4151 is engaged, the signal unit 4711 can be sensed by the sensing unit 4712.

[0083] The third sensor 471 can be communicatively connected to the third communication unit 472 to transmit the engagement status information of the buckle 4151 detected by the third sensor 471 to the third communication unit 472. The communication connection can be a wired communication connection or a wireless communication connection, which is not limited here. The third communication unit 472 can be communicatively connected to the control module. Furthermore, the third communication unit 472 can be communicatively connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology, so that the third communication unit 472 transmits the received engagement status information of the buckle 4151 to the control module.

[0084] Take the third sensor 471 as an example, where the third sensor 471 is a Hall effect sensor. When the third sensor 471 is a Hall effect sensor, the signal unit 4711 can be a magnet, and the sensing unit 4712 can be a magnetic sensing element. When the buckle 4151 is disengaged, the distance between the first buckle portion 4151-1 and the second buckle portion 4151-2 is large, and the magnetic sensing element cannot detect a significant change in the magnetic field. The third sensor 471 senses that the buckle 4151 is disengaged, and the engagement status information of the buckle 4151 at this time is a buckle 4151 disengagement signal. When the buckle 4151 is engaged, the distance between the first buckle portion 4151-1 and the second buckle portion 4151-2 is small, the magnet is close to the magnetic sensing element, and the magnetic sensing element senses a strong magnetic field. The third sensor 471 senses that the buckle 4151 is engaged, and the engagement status information of the buckle 4151 at this time is a buckle 4151 engagement signal. The magnetic induction element is in communication connection with the third communication unit 472 , thereby sending a buckle 4151 unlocking signal or a buckle 4151 engaging signal to the third communication unit 472 .

[0085] The third communication unit 472 can send the engagement status information to the control module in different ways. For example, in some embodiments, when the sensing unit 4712 detects that the signal unit 4711 has entered the sensing area, the third communication unit 472 sends a helmet-buckle-engaged signal for the buckle 4151; when the sensing unit 4712 does not detect that the signal unit 4711 has entered the sensing area, the third communication unit 472 sends a helmet-buckle-disengaged signal for the buckle 4151. For another example, in some other embodiments, when the sensing unit 4712 detects that the signal unit 4711 has entered the sensing area, the third communication unit 472 sends a null signal as the engagement signal for the buckle 4151; when the sensing unit 4712 does not detect that the signal unit 4711 has entered the sensing area, the third communication unit 472 sends a helmet-buckle-disengaged signal. For example, in some other embodiments, when the sensing unit 4712 detects that the signal unit 4711 enters the sensing area, the third communication unit 472 sends a locking signal of the buckle 4151; when the sensing unit 4712 does not detect that the signal unit 4711 enters the sensing area, the third communication unit 472 sends an empty signal as a unlocking signal of the buckle 4151.

[0086] After receiving the connection status information of the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414, the wearing information of the helmet 400, and the engagement status information of the buckle 4151, the control module can determine the wearing or return status of the helmet 400 based on this status information. Specifically, when the control module receives the helmet 400 unlock signal, the helmet 400 wearing signal, and the buckle 4151 engagement signal, it determines that the helmet 400 is securely worn. When the control module receives the helmet 400 lock signal, the helmet 400 removal signal, and the buckle 4151 unlock signal, it determines that the helmet 400 is securely returned.

[0087] In some embodiments, when determining whether the helmet 400 is securely worn, the control module does not determine the order in which the helmet 400 unlock signal, the helmet 400 wear signal, and the buckle 4151 engagement signal are received. In other embodiments, the signals for determining whether the helmet 400 is securely worn are sequential. The control module must sequentially receive the helmet 400 unlock signal, the helmet 400 wear signal, and the buckle 4151 engagement signal before determining that the helmet 400 is securely worn.

[0088] Based on the same principle, in some embodiments, when determining that the helmet 400 has been safely returned, the control module does not determine the order in which the helmet 400 lock signal, the helmet 400 removal signal, and the buckle 4151 unlock signal are received. In other embodiments, the signals used to determine that the helmet 400 has been safely returned are sequential. The control module needs to sequentially receive the buckle 4151 unlock signal, the helmet 400 removal signal, and the helmet 400 lock signal before determining that the helmet 400 has been safely returned.

[0089] When the control module determines that the helmet 400 is safely worn or returned, it sends a corresponding message to the mobility vehicle 001, which then issues a corresponding command based on the message. Furthermore, when the control module determines that the helmet 400 is safely worn or returned, it sends a corresponding message to the central control system 5000 of the mobility vehicle 001, which then issues a corresponding command based on the message. Specifically, when the control module determines that the helmet 400 is safely worn, it sends a message to the central control system 5000 indicating that the helmet 400 is safely worn. Only after receiving the message that the helmet 400 is safely worn does the central control system 5000 issue a start command, allowing the rider to start the mobility vehicle 001. When the control module determines that the helmet 400 is safely returned, it sends a message to the central control system 5000 indicating that the helmet 400 is safely returned. Only after receiving the message that the helmet 400 is safely returned does the central control system 5000 issue a shutdown command, allowing the rider to shut down the mobility vehicle 001. It is understood that the startup instruction may be power on, unlock, or a combination of the two. The shutdown instruction may be power off, lock, or a combination of the two.

[0090] In summary, this specification provides a smart helmet system 4000, a helmet 400, and a mobility vehicle 001. The first detection module 430 detects the connection status between the first lock portion 413 and the second lock portion 414, the second detection module 450 detects the wearing status of the helmet 400, and the third detection module 470 detects the engagement status of the buckle 4151, thereby ensuring that the rider wears the helmet 400 correctly on the head, which helps to ensure that the rider is always protected while riding the mobility vehicle 001.

[0091] The foregoing description of this specification describes specific embodiments. Other embodiments are within the scope of the appended claims. In some cases, the actions or steps recited in the claims can be performed in an order different from that described in the embodiments and still achieve the desired results. Furthermore, the processes depicted in the accompanying drawings do not necessarily require the particular order or sequential order shown to achieve the desired results. In certain embodiments, multitasking and parallel processing are also possible or may be advantageous.

[0092] In summary, after reading this detailed disclosure, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the foregoing detailed disclosure may be presented by way of example only and may not be limiting. Although not expressly stated herein, those skilled in the art will understand that this specification encompasses various reasonable changes, improvements, and modifications to the embodiments. Such changes, improvements, and modifications are intended to be suggested by this specification and are within the spirit and scope of the exemplary embodiments of this specification.

[0093] Furthermore, certain terms in this specification have been used to describe embodiments of this specification. For example, “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” and / or “some embodiments” mean that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this specification. Therefore, it is emphasized and should be understood that two or more references to “an embodiment,” “one embodiment,” or “an alternative embodiment” in various parts of this specification do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, particular features, structures, or characteristics may be appropriately combined in one or more embodiments of this specification.

[0094] It should be understood that in the foregoing descriptions of the embodiments of this specification, to facilitate understanding of a feature and to simplify this specification, various features are combined in a single embodiment, figure, or description thereof. However, this does not necessarily mean that these features are combined. When reading this specification, those skilled in the art may extract some of the features and understand them as separate embodiments. In other words, the embodiments of this specification can also be understood as the integration of multiple sub-embodiments. This also applies when each sub-embodiment contains fewer than all the features of a single previously disclosed embodiment.

[0095] Each patent, patent application, patent application publication, and other materials, such as articles, books, specifications, publications, documents, articles, etc., cited herein is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes, except for any prosecution document history related thereto, any equivalent that may be inconsistent or conflicting with this document, or any equivalent prosecution document history that may have a limiting effect on the broadest scope of the claims now or hereafter associated with this document. For example, if there is any inconsistency or conflict between the description, definition, and / or use of terms associated with any incorporated material and the terminology, description, definition, and / or use associated with this document, the terminology in this document shall control.

[0096] Finally, it should be understood that the embodiments of the application disclosed herein are illustrative of the principles of the embodiments of this specification. Other modified embodiments are also within the scope of this specification. Therefore, the embodiments disclosed in this specification are merely examples and not limitations. Those skilled in the art can adopt alternative configurations based on the embodiments in this specification to implement the application in this specification. Therefore, the embodiments of this specification are not limited to the embodiments precisely described in the application.

Claims

1. An intelligent helmet system for detecting the wearing / returning status of a helmet, characterized in that: include: Control module; The helmet body includes a first locking portion of a helmet lock and a chin strap, wherein the chin strap includes a buckle, and the second locking portion of the helmet lock is installed on a mobility vehicle; a first detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, for detecting the connection status between the first locking part and the second locking part and sending the connection status information to the control module; a second detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, detecting a wearing state of the helmet and sending the wearing state information to the control module; as well as A third detection module is connected to the control module for detecting the engagement state of the buckle and sending the engagement state information to the control module. The control module determines a wearing / returning state of the helmet based on the connection state information, the wearing state information, and the engagement state information.

2. The smart helmet system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first detection module includes a first sensor and a first communication unit, the first communication unit is communicatively connected to the first sensor, and is communicatively connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology; The first sensor is located on the first lock part or the second lock part, and senses whether the first lock part and the second lock part are engaged when in operation; In order to send the connection status information to the control module, the first communication unit: When the first lock part and the second lock part are engaged, a helmet locking signal is sent; otherwise, a helmet unlocking signal is sent, or When the first lock part and the second lock part are buckled, a null signal is sent as the helmet locking signal; otherwise, a helmet unlocking signal is sent, or When the first locking part is buckled with the second locking part, the helmet locking signal is sent; otherwise, a null signal is sent as the helmet unlocking signal.

3. The smart helmet system according to any one of claims 1-2, characterized in that: The first locking portion includes a locking slot, and the second locking portion includes a spring locking point. When the first locking portion is engaged with the second locking portion, the spring locking point is locked in the locking slot.

4. The smart helmet system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first sensor includes: a target tag located on one of the first locking portion or the second locking portion; and The reader is located on the other of the first locking part and the second locking part, and is configured to identify the target tag, thereby sensing whether the first locking part is engaged with the second locking part.

5. The smart helmet system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The reader can identify any tag in a designated tag set, where the designated tag set includes a plurality of designated tags matched with the reader, and the plurality of designated tags includes the target tag.

6. The smart helmet system according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The second detection module is located on the inner side of the helmet body and includes: a pressure sensor configured to detect pressure exerted on the inner side of the helmet by a rider when the rider puts the helmet on his head; and The second communication unit is connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology and is also connected to the pressure sensor. In order to send the wearing status information to the control module, the second communication unit: When the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, a helmet wearing signal is sent; otherwise, a helmet taking-off signal is sent; or When the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, a null signal is sent as the helmet wearing signal; otherwise, a helmet taking-off signal is sent; or When the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, the helmet wearing signal is sent; otherwise, a null signal is sent as the helmet taking off signal.

7. The smart helmet system according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The buckle includes a first buckle portion and a second buckle portion; The third detection module includes: a third sensor, comprising a signal unit and a sensing unit, wherein the signal unit is located on the first buckle portion, and the sensing unit is located on the second buckle portion. When the signal unit enters a sensing area of ​​the sensing unit, the signal unit is sensed by the sensing unit, thereby the third sensor senses the buckle engagement; The third communication unit is connected to the control module through wireless communication at a distance of meters, and is connected to the a third sensor communication connection; In order to send the engagement state information to the control module, the third communication unit: When the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, a buckle engagement signal is sent; otherwise, a buckle unlocking signal is sent; or When the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, a blank signal is sent as the buckle engagement signal; otherwise, a buckle disengagement signal is sent; or When the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, the buckle engagement signal is sent; otherwise, a blank signal is sent as the buckle unlocking signal.

8. The smart helmet system according to claim 7, characterized in that: The third sensor is a Hall sensor, the signal unit is a magnet; the sensing unit is a magnetic induction element, The third communication unit is in communication with the magnetic induction element and is configured to send the buckle engagement signal and / or the buckle unlocking signal when in operation.

9. The smart helmet system according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The control module is located on the helmet and / or the mobility vehicle; and In order to determine the safe wearing state of the helmet based on the connection state information, the wearing state information and the engagement state information, the control module: After receiving the helmet unlocking signal, the helmet wearing signal and the buckle engaging signal, target information indicating that the helmet is safely worn is sent to the mobility vehicle.

10. The smart helmet system according to claim 9, characterized in that: In order to determine the safe wearing state of the helmet based on the connection state information, the wearing state information and the engagement state information, the control module: After receiving the helmet unlocking signal, the helmet wearing signal and the buckle engaging signal in sequence, information indicating that the helmet is safely worn is sent to the mobility vehicle.

11. The smart helmet system according to any one of claims 1 to 10, characterized in that: The control module is located on the helmet and / or the mobility vehicle; and In order to determine the return status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information, and the engagement status information, the control module: After receiving the helmet locking signal, the helmet taking off signal and the buckle unlocking signal, a message indicating that the helmet has been safely returned is sent to the mobility vehicle.

12. The smart helmet system according to claim 11, characterized in that: In order to determine the return status of the helmet based on the connection status information, the wearing status information, and the engagement status information, the control module: After receiving the buckle unlocking signal, the helmet taking off signal and the helmet locking signal in sequence, the information that the helmet has been safely returned is sent to the mobility vehicle.

13. A helmet, characterized in that: include: The body includes a first locking portion of a helmet lock and a chin strap, wherein the chin strap includes a buckle, and the second locking portion of the helmet lock is installed on a mobility vehicle; a first detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, for detecting the connection status between the first locking part and the second locking part and sending the connection status information to the control module; a second detection module, communicatively connected to the control module, detecting a wearing state of the helmet and sending the wearing state information to the control module; as well as A third detection module is connected to the control module for detecting the engagement state of the buckle and sending the engagement state information to the control module. The control module determines a wearing / returning state of the helmet based on the connection state information, the wearing state information, and the engagement state information.

14. The helmet according to claim 13, characterized in that The first detection module includes a first sensor and a first communication unit, wherein the first communication unit is communicatively connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology and is also communicatively connected to the first sensor; The first sensor is located on the first lock part or the second lock part, and senses whether the first lock part and the second lock part are engaged when in operation; In order to send the connection status information to the control module, the first communication unit: When the first lock part and the second lock part are engaged, a helmet locking signal is sent; otherwise, a helmet unlocking signal is sent, or When the first lock part and the second lock part are buckled, a null signal is sent as the helmet locking signal; otherwise, a helmet unlocking signal is sent, or When the first locking part is buckled with the second locking part, the helmet locking signal is sent; otherwise, a null signal is sent as the helmet unlocking signal.

15. The helmet according to claim 13, characterized in that The second detection module is located inside the body and includes: a pressure sensor configured to detect pressure exerted on the inner side of the helmet by a rider when the rider puts the helmet on his head; and The second communication unit is connected to the control module via meter-level wireless data transmission technology and is also connected to the pressure sensor. In order to send the wearing status information to the control module, the second communication unit: When the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, a helmet wearing signal is sent; otherwise, a helmet taking-off signal is sent; or When the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, a null signal is sent as the helmet wearing signal; otherwise, a helmet taking-off signal is sent; or When the pressure sensor detects that the inner side is subjected to a pressure greater than or equal to a preset pressure, the helmet wearing signal is sent; otherwise, a null signal is sent as the helmet taking off signal.

16. The helmet according to claim 13, characterized in that The buckle includes a first buckle portion and a second buckle portion; The third detection module includes: a third sensor, comprising a signal unit and a sensing unit, wherein the signal unit is located on the first buckle portion, and the sensing unit is located on the second buckle portion. When the signal unit enters a sensing area of ​​the sensing unit, the signal unit is sensed by the sensing unit, thereby the third sensor senses the buckle engagement; a third communication unit, connected to the control module via meter-level wireless communication and connected to the third sensor; In order to send the engagement state information to the control module, the third communication unit: When the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, a buckle engagement signal is sent; otherwise, a buckle unlocking signal is sent; or When the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, a blank signal is sent as the buckle engagement signal; otherwise, a buckle disengagement signal is sent; or When the sensing unit detects that the signal unit enters the sensing area, the buckle engagement signal is sent; otherwise, a blank signal is sent as the buckle unlocking signal.

17. A vehicle for commuting, characterized in that: include: Frame; a front wheel assembly rotatably connected to the vehicle frame; a rear wheel assembly rotatably connected to the frame; An intelligent helmet system, comprising the intelligent helmet system according to any one of claims 1 to 12; and The central control system is installed on the vehicle frame and is in communication connection with the smart helmet system.

18. The mobility vehicle according to claim 17, wherein: The rear wheel assembly includes at least one rear wheel; and The front wheel assembly comprises: handlebar, a front fork pivotably connected to the handlebar, and At least one front wheel is rotatably connected to the front fork.

19. The mobility vehicle according to claim 17, wherein: The central control system is configured as follows: issuing a start command only after receiving information that the helmet is safely worn; and / or Only after receiving the information that the helmet has been safely returned, the shutdown command is issued.

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