Track system and lighting system

Abstract

The utility model provides a track system and a lighting system, the track system comprises at least two electric power tracks, and a plurality of electric conductors extending along the length direction are arranged in the electric power tracks; the at least one electric connector comprises two plugs which are electrically connected, and each plug is internally provided with a second electric connection part; the interface mechanism is arranged at the end of the power rail in the length direction and comprises a first interface part and a second interface part which are arranged in the height direction of the power rail, and a first electric connection part is arranged in the interface mechanism; one end of the first electric connection part is located in the first interface part and electrically connected with the electric conductor, and the other end of the first electric connection part is located in the second interface part and electrically connected with the second electric connection part. Compared with the prior art, the rail system is high in safety and convenient to maintain or replace.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of lighting, in particular to a track system and a lighting system. Background Art

[0002] Since the track lighting system with power tracks can flexibly adjust the installation position and light projection direction according to actual lighting needs, it provides more flexibility and creativity for space design. Therefore, the track lighting system is very popular in large scenes such as shopping malls and exhibition halls.

[0003] The track systems currently on the market generally adopt a modular design, splicing multiple sections of track through connectors to adapt to changing spatial layouts and size requirements. For example, by fixing two electrical connectors at both ends of a mechanical connector, when the two track segments are fixed by the mechanical connector, the two electrical connectors are pushed into the track segments along the extension direction of the track and electrically connected to the wires in the track segments. However, although the mechatronic design simplifies the installation process, it is inconvenient when repairing or replacing track segments. As we all know, when maintaining and replacing the track system, it needs to be done after the power is turned off to avoid the risk of electric shock. However, the mechatronic track system is not convenient to power off, and maintenance and replacement can only be carried out after the main power is disconnected. This will cause the entire track system to be unusable, affecting the user experience.

[0004] In view of this, it is indeed necessary to provide a track system and a lighting system to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a track system and a lighting system which are highly safe and convenient to maintain and replace.

[0006] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the present invention provides a track system comprising: at least two power tracks, wherein the power tracks are provided with a plurality of electrical conductors extending along the length thereof; at least one electrical connector, wherein the electrical connector comprises two electrically connected plugs, wherein the plugs are provided with a second electrical connection portion; an interface mechanism, which is arranged at an end portion of the power tracks along the length direction, wherein the interface mechanism is provided with a first electrical connection portion; the interface mechanism comprises a first interface portion and a second interface portion arranged along the height direction of the power tracks, wherein the interface mechanism is provided with a first electrical connection portion, wherein one end of the first electrical connection portion is located within the first interface portion and is electrically connected to the electrical conductor, and wherein the other end is located within the second interface portion and is electrically connected to the second electrical connection portion.

[0007] Optionally, the first interface portion is provided with a plurality of protrusions, a first gap is provided between two adjacent protrusions, and a first mounting groove for mounting the first electrical connection portion is provided on a side of the protrusion facing the first gap.

[0008] Optionally, a plurality of protrusions are spaced apart along the width direction of the track segment, and at least some of the protrusions include two first mounting grooves, the two first mounting grooves are staggered with each other along the length direction, and the opening directions of the two first mounting grooves are opposite.

[0009] Optionally, a first electrical connection portion is provided in each first mounting groove, the first electrical connection portion includes a first section and a second section that are electrically connected, the first section includes a first part and a second part arranged along the height direction, the first part extends to the second interface portion and is configured to be electrically connected to the second electrical connection portion, the second part extends to the first interface portion, the second section is connected to the second part, and is at least partially exposed in the first mounting groove, and is configured to be electrically connected to the electrical conductor.

[0010] Optionally, a fixing portion is provided at one end of the first part away from the second part, and the fixing portion is clamped between the first adapter portion and the second adapter portion; and / or, limiting protrusions are provided on both sides of the first section along the width direction, and a limiting groove is formed between the side and bottom surface of the first mounting groove for accommodating the limiting protrusions.

[0011] Optionally, the plug includes a docking portion connected to the interface mechanism, the docking portion is a plurality of pins, there is a second gap between two adjacent pins, the pins are provided with a plurality of second mounting grooves facing the second gap, and the second electrical connection portion is arranged in the second mounting groove.

[0012] Optionally, the two plugs are electrically connected through a cable, and the second electrical connection portion includes a first electrical contact portion and a second electrical contact portion that are electrically connected, the first electrical contact portion includes two clamping walls, the two clamping arms clamp and fix the cable and are electrically connected to the cable, and the second electrical contact portion is arranged on the side of the first electrical contact portion and exposed in the second mounting groove, and is configured to be electrically connected to the first part of the first electrical connection portion.

[0013] Optionally, the interface mechanism is integrated with the power rail.

[0014] Optionally, the interface mechanism further includes a baffle, which is arranged along the length direction on a side of the interface mechanism away from the power rail and is configured to close the power rail.

[0015] The present invention further provides a lighting system, which includes a lighting module and the above-mentioned track system. The lighting module is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of the embodiment of the utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0017] The track system of the present invention is provided with an interface mechanism at the end of the power track along the length direction. The interface mechanism includes a first interface portion and a second interface portion arranged along the height direction of the power track. A first electrical connection portion is provided in the interface mechanism. One end of the first electrical connection portion is located in the first interface portion and electrically connected to the electrical conductor of the power track, and the other end is located in the second interface portion and electrically connected to the second electrical connection portion of the plug. Through the cooperation of the plug and the interface mechanism, an electrical connection is achieved between the two power tracks. When it is necessary to achieve an electrical connection between the power tracks in two track sections, it is only necessary to insert the two plugs into the second interface portions of the interface mechanism in the two power tracks to achieve the electrical connection between the two power tracks, which is simple and convenient. When a part of the track section needs to be powered off for maintenance, it is only necessary to pull the plug out of the interface mechanism to achieve the power off of the part of the track section without affecting the normal use of other track sections. In addition, the operation is simple, and there is no need to disassemble the track section, which facilitates maintenance or replacement of the track section, avoids electric shock, and improves safety and user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a track system according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Structural explosion diagram of the medium track system;

[0020] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the center rail system along the width direction;

[0021] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 Exploded diagram of the structure of the power rail;

[0022] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle interface mechanism (without the baffle);

[0023] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle interface mechanism from another angle (without the baffle);

[0024] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 A cross-sectional view of the middle interface mechanism;

[0025] Figure 8 yes Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of the first electrical connection portion;

[0026] Figure 9 yes Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle plug;

[0027] Figure 10 yes Figure 9 Schematic diagram of the structure of the second electrical connection part.

[0028] The markings of the components in the accompanying drawings are as follows:

[0029] Track system 100;

[0030] Track segment 10, mechanical track 11, power track 12, carrier 121, comb profile 122, electrical conductor 123, third gap 124, groove 125, mounting arm 126;

[0031] Interface mechanism 20, first adapter portion 21, base plate 211, second adapter portion 22, first electrical connection portion 23, first section 231, first portion 2311, second portion 2312, second section 232, guide surface 2321, limiting wing 233, fixing portion 234, first interface portion 24, protrusion 241, first gap 242, first mounting groove 243, bottom surface 2431, side surface 2432, limiting opening 244, limiting groove 245, second interface portion 25, socket 251, insertion space 252, baffle 26;

[0032] Connector 30, mechanical connector 311, electrical connector 312, plug 32, docking portion 321, second gap 322, second mounting groove 323, second electrical connection portion 33, first electrical contact portion 331, second electrical contact portion 332, abutting protrusion 3321, wing portion 333, cable 34;

[0033] Test hole 40. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0034] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clear, the present invention is described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0035] It should be noted here that in order to avoid obscuring the present invention due to unnecessary details, only the structures and / or processing steps closely related to the scheme of the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings, while other details that are not closely related to the present invention are omitted.

[0036] In addition, it should be noted that the terms "comprises", "includes" or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or apparatus that includes a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also includes other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or apparatus.

[0037] See also Figures 1 to 10As shown, the present invention provides a track system 100. Track system 100 includes at least two track segments 10 and at least one connector 30. The two track segments 10 are mechanically and electrically connected via connector 30. This allows for the layout of track system 100 to be rationally planned based on the size of the space.

[0038] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the power rail 12 is set in the track section 10, and the length direction, width direction and height direction of the two are the same. Therefore, for the sake of convenience, the directions involved in the following content take the track section 10 as an example. The length direction is the length direction of the track section 10, such as Figure 3 The width direction is the width direction of the track segment 10, as shown in FIG. Figure 3 The height direction is the height direction of the track segment 10, as shown in FIG. Figure 3 The Z direction is shown.

[0039] See also Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the track segment 10 includes a mechanical track 11 and an electric track 12 .

[0040] The mechanical rail 11 is designed to be mounted on a wall or ceiling of a building. It includes a bottom wall and two side walls disposed along its length. A mounting space is defined between the bottom wall and the side walls. In this embodiment, the mechanical rail 11 extends lengthwise and has a substantially U-shaped profile in its width direction, with a downward-facing mounting opening.

[0041] The power rail 12 is installed into the mounting space of the mechanical rail 11 through the mounting opening. In this embodiment, the power rail 12 includes two wing-shaped mounting arms 126 that engage with the mechanical rail 11 to secure the power rail 12 within the mounting space. In other embodiments, the power rail 12 can also be installed on the mechanical rail 11 using other methods, such as screws or welding, without limitation.

[0042] The power rail 12 includes a carrier 121 , a plurality of comb-shaped profiles 122 protruding from the carrier 121 , and electrical conductors 123 disposed in the comb-shaped profiles 122 .

[0043] In this embodiment, a plurality of comb-shaped profiles 122 are spaced apart along the width direction. A third gap 124 is formed between adjacent comb-shaped profiles 122 along the width direction. Grooves 125 for accommodating electrical conductors 123 are defined on the sides 2432 of the comb-shaped profiles 122 facing the third gap 124. The electrical conductors 123 are disposed in corresponding grooves 125, extending along the length direction, and can draw power from the inner side surfaces 2432 of the third gap 124.

[0044] See also Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, the power rail 12 includes seven comb-shaped profiles 122, six of which are provided with two grooves 125. The two grooves 125 are staggered in height. That is, the two grooves 125 have a first height and a second height in height. The opening direction of the grooves 125 at the first height is the same, and the opening direction of the grooves 125 at the second height is the same. However, the opening direction of the grooves 125 at the first height is opposite to the opening direction of the grooves 125 at the second height. This arrangement allows the multiple electrical conductors 123 (for example, 7 to 19) disposed in the grooves 125 to draw power in a staggered manner in height, preventing short circuits and improving safety. Of course, in other embodiments, the number of comb-shaped profiles 122 and the number of electrical conductors 123 can be set as needed, and the present invention is not limited to this.

[0045] The carrier 121 and comb-shaped profile 122 are both made of insulating materials, such as plastic. The conductor 123 is made of a conductive metal material, such as copper or a copper alloy. In this embodiment, the carrier 121, comb-shaped profile 122, and conductor 123 are integrally formed by injection molding or extrusion. This arrangement reduces process steps and reduces costs.

[0046] In some embodiments, several comb-shaped profiles 122 are arranged non-parallel. For example, in this embodiment, two adjacent comb-shaped profiles 122 are arranged in a V-shape or an inverted V-shape. In other embodiments, some comb-shaped profiles 122 may be arranged in parallel, while others may be arranged non-parallel. Alternatively, some comb-shaped profiles 122 may be arranged in an S-shaped curve. Alternatively, several comb-shaped profiles 122 may be arranged in parallel, etc. This is not a limitation of the present invention.

[0047] Furthermore, an interface mechanism 20 is provided at the end of the power rail 12 along its length. A first electrical connection portion 23 is provided in the interface mechanism 20. The first electrical connection portion 23 electrically connects the electrical conductor 123 in the power rail 12 to the second electrical connection portion 33 in the plug 32 of the connector 30. In other words, the interface mechanism 20 of the present invention not only seals the power rail 12 along its length, provides an appropriate creepage distance, avoids the risk of electric shock from accidental contact, and improves the safety of the rail system 100, but also serves as an intermediate medium to achieve electrical connection between the connector 30 and the power rail 12, facilitating the installation, maintenance, and replacement of the rail system 100.

[0048] In some embodiments, the interface mechanism 20 is integrated with the power rail 12. Specifically, the interface mechanism 20 is fixed to the end of the power rail 12 and cannot be removed. This arrangement reduces the number of parts required for installation, facilitating installation. Furthermore, the presence of the interface mechanism 20 prevents exposure of the conductors 123 in the power rail 12, ensures sufficient creepage distance, and improves the safety of the rail system 100.

[0049] See also Figures 5 to 7 , and combined with Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the interface mechanism 20 includes a first interface portion 24 and a second interface portion 25 arranged in a height-relationwise relationship. The first interface portion 24 connects to the power rail 12, while the second interface portion 25 connects to the plug 32. One end of the first electrical connection portion 23 is located within the first interface portion 24 and electrically connected to the electrical conductor 123, while the other end is located within the second interface portion 25 and electrically connected to the second electrical connection portion 33. With this arrangement, when electrical connection between two track segments 10 is required, simply inserting the two plugs 32 into the second interface portions 25 of the interface mechanism 20 in each of the two power rails 12 facilitates electrical connection between the two track segments 10. This is simple and convenient. When maintenance is required, simply pulling the plugs 32 out of the interface mechanism 20 disconnects some track segments 10 from the power rails without affecting the normal operation of other track segments 10. Furthermore, the operation is simple, requiring no disassembly of the track segments, making maintenance or replacement of track segments 10 easier, preventing electric shock, and improving safety and user experience.

[0050] See Figure 5 The interface mechanism 20 includes a first adapter portion 21, a second adapter portion 22, and a first electrical connection portion 23. The second adapter portion 22 and the first adapter portion 21 are detachably connected in the height direction. The first electrical connection portion 23 is disposed between the first adapter portion 21 and the second adapter portion 22 and at least partially extends to the first adapter portion 21 and close to the second adapter portion 22 to electrically connect the plug 32 and the power rail 12 from both sides in the height direction.

[0051] The first adapter portion 21 includes a base plate 211 and a first interface portion 24 extending from the base plate 211 away from the second adapter portion 22. A second interface portion 25 is provided between the base plate 211 and the second adapter portion 22 for connecting to the docking portion 321 of the plug 32.

[0052] See Figure 7The first interface portion 24 is disposed on the first adapter portion 21 and is located on a side of the substrate 211 facing away from the second adapter portion 22. A plurality of protrusions 241 are formed extending away from the second adapter portion 22. The protrusions 241 are spaced apart along the width direction. A first gap 242 is defined between adjacent protrusions 241. Sides 2432 of the protrusions 241 facing the first gap 242 are provided with first mounting grooves 243 for mounting the first electrical connector 23. The first electrical connector 23 is disposed within the first mounting grooves 243. The protrusions 241 can be inserted into the third gap 124 of the power rail 12, allowing the first electrical connector 23 to electrically connect to the electrical conductor 123 from the side 2432.

[0053] The partial protrusion 241 located in the middle of the first interface portion 24 includes two first mounting slots 243. The two first mounting slots 243 are staggered along their length and open in opposite directions. This arrangement allows two first electrical connection portions 23 to be disposed within the central partial protrusion 241. The two first electrical connection portions 23 are staggered along their length and electrically connected to the electrical conductor 123 on different sides 2432, preventing short circuits.

[0054] The first mounting groove 243 includes a bottom surface 2431 and two side surfaces 2432 connected to the bottom surface 2431. The bottom surface 2431 extends above the substrate 211 and forms a limiting opening 244 between the bottom surface 2431 and the second adapter portion 22. The limiting opening 244 is used to clamp and secure the first electrical connection portion 23. The two side surfaces 2432 also extend below the substrate 211. Limiting grooves 245 are formed between the side surfaces 2432, the bottom surface 2431, and the substrate 211. The limiting grooves 245 are used to accommodate the limiting protrusions 233 that secure the first electrical connection portion 23, thereby limiting and securing the first electrical connection portion 23 in the width direction.

[0055] In this embodiment, the first electrical connection portion 23 is generally L-shaped and includes an electrically connected first section 231 and a second section 232. The first section 231 is attached to the bottom surface 2431 of the first mounting groove 243, and the second section 232 is at least partially exposed outside the first mounting groove 243 to electrically contact the electrical conductor 123.

[0056] The first section 231 is provided with limiting protrusions 233 on both sides along the width direction. The clamping surface of the limiting protrusion 233 is clamped in the limiting groove 245 of the first installation groove 243 to fix the first electrical connection part 23 in the first installation groove 243, and the first electrical connection part 23 can be fixed in the width direction.

[0057] See Figure 8The engaging surface of the retaining fin 233 divides the first section 231 into a first portion 2311 and a second portion 2312, arranged along the height direction. The first portion 2311 extends to the second interface portion 25 and is configured to electrically connect to the second electrical connection portion 33. The second portion 2312 extends to the first interface portion 24 and bends and connects to the second section 232 at the first interface portion 24. The second section 232 bends relative to the second portion 2312 and extends toward the first portion 2311. A large gap is provided between the second section 232 and the first section 231 in the width direction. This allows for greater elastic deformation when the second section 232 is electrically connected to the conductor 123, allowing it to adapt to the various shapes of the comb-shaped profiles 122 on the power rail 12. The wider surface of the second section 232 in electrical contact with the conductor 123 provides a larger electrical contact area, thereby improving the stability of the electrical connection.

[0058] Furthermore, a guide surface 2321 is provided on the second section 232 . The provision of the guide surface 2321 facilitates electrical connection between the second section 232 and the electrical conductor 123 .

[0059] Furthermore, one end of the first portion 2311 away from the second portion 2312 is bent to form a fixing portion 234. The fixing portion 234 is clamped in a limiting opening 244 between the first adapter portion 21 and the second adapter portion 22. The limiting opening 244 and the bottom of the first mounting slot 243 limit the height of the first electrical connection portion 23.

[0060] In some embodiments, the interface mechanism 20 further includes a baffle 26. Figure 2 A baffle 26 is provided along the length of the interface mechanism 20 on the side facing away from the power rail 12, enclosing the power rail 12. The baffle 26 effectively prevents accidental contact and prevents dust and insects from entering the power rail 12, thereby increasing the service life of the power rail 12. Of course, in other embodiments, where the presence of the interface mechanism 20 provides a certain creepage distance for the conductor 123, the baffle 26 may be omitted, thereby also effectively improving safety.

[0061] See Figure 5 The interface mechanism 20 is provided with a second interface portion 25, which is used to connect with the docking portion 321 of the plug 32, so that the first part 2311 of the first electrical connection portion 23 can be electrically connected with the second electrical connection portion 33 in the docking portion 321.

[0062] One of the docking portion 321 and the second interface portion 25 is a plug, and the other is a socket that matches the plug.

[0063] In this embodiment, the second interface portion 25 is a socket. Figure 7 The second interface portion 25 includes a socket 251 provided on the second adapter portion 22 and an insertion space 252 provided between the second adapter portion 22 and the base plate 211. The first portion 2311 of the first electrical connection portion 23 extends into the insertion space 252 to electrically connect with the second electrical connection portion 33 in the docking portion 321 of the plug 32. Of course, in other embodiments, the second interface portion 25 may also be a latch. In other words, the structures of the second interface portion 25 and the docking portion 321 are interchangeable, and this is not a limitation of the present invention.

[0064] See also Figure 9 and Figure 10 , and combined with Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, the connector 30 includes a mechanical connector 311 and an electrical connector 312. The connector 30 connects two adjacent track segments 10 mechanically and electrically.

[0065] The mechanical connector 311 is used to mechanically connect the two mechanical rails 11 in the two rail segments 10 along their length. Preferably, the mechanical connector 311 has the same shape as the mechanical rail 11 and can be inserted into the mechanical rail 11 from the longitudinal direction of the mechanical rail 11, thereby achieving the mechanical connection of the two rail segments 10.

[0066] The electrical connector 312 is used to electrically connect the power rails 12 in two track segments 10. The electrical connector 312 includes two electrically connected plugs 32. The two plugs 32 are connected to the interface mechanisms 20 of the two power rails 12, respectively. Furthermore, the plugs 32 are provided with second electrical connectors 33. The second electrical connectors 33 are electrically connected to the electrical conductors 123 in the two track segments 10 through the first electrical connectors 23 on the interface mechanisms 20, ultimately achieving electrical connection between the two track segments 10.

[0067] In this embodiment, the electrical connector 312 and the mechanical connector 311 are two independent structures and do not touch each other. This arrangement allows the rail system 100 to be powered off by simply unplugging the plug 32 in the electrical connector 312 from the interface mechanism 20 when maintenance is required, without having to unplug the mechanical connector at the same time. This saves time and effort, and is quick and convenient.

[0068] Of course, in other embodiments, the connector 30 may also include only the electrical connector 312. That is, no mechanical connection is required between two adjacent track segments 10. Electrical connection between the two track segments 10 can be achieved by simply inserting the two plugs 32 of the electrical connector 312 into two adjacent interface mechanisms 20 in the power rails 12 of the two track segments 10.

[0069] In this embodiment, the two plugs 32 are electrically connected via a cable 34. By connecting the two plugs 32 via the cable 34, the length of the cable 34 can be flexibly adjusted to adjust the distance between the two plugs 32. In this way, the electrical connector 312 can achieve length compensation.

[0070] In other embodiments, the cable 34 may also be accommodated in a wiring trough (not shown).

[0071] See Figure 9 The plug 32 includes a docking portion 321 and a second electrical connection portion 33. The docking portion 321 is configured to contact / connect with the second interface portion 25. In this embodiment, the docking portion 321 is a plurality of pins. The plurality of pins are provided in a one-to-one correspondence with the sockets.

[0072] There is a second gap 322 between two adjacent latches. The latch is provided with a plurality of second mounting grooves 323 facing the second gap 322. The second electrical connection portion 33 is disposed in the second mounting grooves 323 to electrically connect the cable 34 and the first electrical connection portion 23 respectively.

[0073] The second electrical connection portion 33 includes a wing portion 333, a first electrical contact portion 331, and a second electrical contact portion 332. The first electrical contact portion 331 includes two clamping walls. One end of each clamping arm is connected to each of the two wing portions 333. The ends of the two wing portions 333, facing away from the first electrical contact portion 331, are folded outward to secure the second electrical connection portion 33 within the second mounting slot 323. The other ends of the two clamping walls are brought closer together to form a V-shaped structure, configured to clamp and secure the cable 34 and electrically connect it.

[0074] The second electrical contact portion 332 is disposed on a side of the first electrical contact portion 331 and is exposed in the second mounting slot 323. It abuts the first portion 2311 of the first electrical connection portion 23 along its length to achieve electrical connection between the two. By extending the second electrical contact portion 332 along its length, the contact area between the second electrical contact portion 332 and the first portion 2311 is increased, thereby improving the stability of the electrical connection.

[0075] In some embodiments, the second electrical contact portion 332 is further provided with an abutment protrusion 3321 protruding toward the first portion 2311 . The abutment protrusion 3321 can more closely abut the second electrical contact portion 332 against the first portion 2311 , thereby improving the abutment firmness between the second electrical contact portion 332 and the first portion 2311 .

[0076] See also Figure 3 , and combined with Figure 7 and Figure 9As shown, in a cross section perpendicular to the height direction, the projection of the second mounting groove 323 at least partially overlaps with the projection of the first mounting groove 243, and the opening of the second mounting groove 323 faces the bottom surface 2431 of the first mounting groove 243. This arrangement allows the second electrical contact portion 332 exposed in the second mounting groove 323 to abut against the first portion 2311 that is closely attached to the bottom surface 2431 of the first mounting groove 243 and extends to the second interface portion 25, thereby achieving electrical connection between the second electrical connection portion 33 and the first electrical connection portion 23.

[0077] See Figure 5 To simplify troubleshooting, a test hole 40 is provided on the second interface portion 25 of the interface mechanism 20, away from the first interface portion 24. This test hole 40 is used only for testing. Specifically, the test hole 40 is used only to verify whether the circuit is properly connected, or to check which phases or signals are present on the corresponding electrical conductors 123 in the power rail 12.

[0078] Preferably, the test hole 40 is arranged beside the socket 251, and the shape of the test hole 40 is different from that of the socket 251. This arrangement can prevent maintenance personnel from accidentally touching the socket during testing, thereby improving test safety.

[0079] Furthermore, the plug 32 is also provided with a test hole (not shown) at the position corresponding to the test hole 40, which is provided on the surface of the plug 32 away from the docking portion 321. This arrangement allows testing and inspection to be performed without removing the plug 32, making it convenient for maintenance personnel to inspect.

[0080] When the track system 100 needs to be installed, the mechanical connection between two adjacent track segments 10 is achieved through the mechanical connector 311. The two plugs 32 are respectively inserted into the interface mechanisms 20 of the two power rails 12 along the height direction to achieve the electrical connection between the two adjacent track segments 10, which is simple and convenient.

[0081] When the track system 100 needs to be replaced or maintained, it is only necessary to unplug the plug 32 on the track segment 10 that needs to be replaced or maintained from the interface mechanism 20 to cut off the power to the track segment 10, making it convenient to replace or maintain it without affecting the normal use of other track segments 10, thereby improving safety and user experience.

[0082] Furthermore, an electrical load (not shown) may be provided within the track system 100, mechanically and electrically connected to the track segment 10. Preferably, the electrical load is movably connected to the track segment 10 and remains electrically connected to the power rail 12 within the track segment 10 as it moves along the length of the track segment 10. In other words, the electrical load can draw power at any location. Such loads may include lighting modules, cameras, power supplies, and other devices.

[0083] When the electrical load is a lighting module, the lighting module and the track system 100 can form a lighting system (not shown). The lighting system includes a lighting component and the track system 100 , wherein the lighting component is mechanically and electrically connected to the track segment 10 .

[0084] Optionally, the lighting module can be movably connected to the track segment 10. During its movement along the length of the track segment 10, the lighting module can remain electrically connected to the power rail 12 within the track segment 10, thereby facilitating adjustment of the lighting position. It should be noted that the lighting assembly can be a spotlight, downlight, safety indicator light, or the like, and this is not a limitation of the present invention.

[0085] In summary, the track system 100 of the present invention employs an interface mechanism 20 disposed at the longitudinal end of the power rail 12. The interface mechanism 20 includes a first interface portion 24 and a second interface portion 25 disposed along the height of the power rail 12. A first electrical connection portion 23 is disposed within the interface mechanism 20. One end of the first electrical connection portion 23 is located within the first interface portion 24 and electrically connects to the electrical conductor 123 of the power rail 12, while the other end is located within the second interface portion 25 and electrically connects to the second electrical connection portion 33 of the plug 32. The plug 32 cooperates with the interface mechanism 20 to achieve an electrical connection between the two power rails 12. To achieve an electrical connection between the power rails 12 in two track segments 10, simply inserting the plug 32 into the second interface portion 25 of the interface mechanism 20 facilitates electrical connection between the two track segments 10. When the track needs maintenance, it is only necessary to pull the plug 32 out of the interface mechanism 20 to cut off the power to part of the track segment 10 without affecting the normal use of other track segments 10, making it convenient to maintain or replace the track segment 10, avoiding electric shock, and improving safety and user experience.

[0086] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the technical solutions of the present invention may be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention.

Claims

1. A track system, characterized in that: include: At least two power rails (12), wherein the power rails (12) are provided with a plurality of power conductors (123) extending along the length direction thereof; At least one electrical connector (312), the electrical connector (312) comprising two electrically connected plugs (32), wherein the plugs (32) are provided with a second electrical connection portion (33); An interface mechanism (20) is arranged at an end portion of the power track (12) along the length direction, and comprises a first interface portion (24) and a second interface portion (25) arranged along the height direction of the power track (12). A first electrical connection portion (23) is provided on the interface mechanism (20), one end of the first electrical connection portion (23) is located in the first interface portion (24) and is electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123), and the other end is located in the second interface portion (25) and is electrically connected to the second electrical connection portion (33).

2. The track system according to claim 1, characterized in that The first interface portion (24) is provided with a plurality of protrusions (241), a first gap (242) is provided between two adjacent protrusions (241), and a first mounting groove (243) for mounting the first electrical connection portion (23) is provided on a side surface (2432) of the protrusion (241) facing the first gap (242).

3. The track system according to claim 2, characterized in that A plurality of protrusions (241) are spaced apart along the width direction of the power rail (12); at least some of the protrusions (241) include two first mounting grooves (243); the two first mounting grooves (243) are staggered with each other along the length direction, and the opening directions of the two first mounting grooves (243) are opposite.

4. The track system according to claim 2, characterized in that Each of the first mounting grooves (243) is provided with the first electrical connection portion (23), the first electrical connection portion (23) comprising an electrically connected first section (231) and a second section (232), the first section (231) comprising a first portion (2311) and a second portion (2312) arranged along a height direction, the first portion (2311) extending to the second interface portion (25) and configured to be electrically connected to the second electrical connection portion (33); the second portion (2312) extending to the first interface portion (24), the second section (232) connected to the second portion (2312), and at least partially exposed outside the first mounting groove (243), configured to be electrically connected to the electrical conductor (123).

5. The track system according to claim 4, characterized in that The interface mechanism (20) further comprises a first adapter portion (21) and a second adapter portion (22); a fixing portion (234) is provided at one end of the first portion (2311) away from the second portion (2312), and the fixing portion (234) is clamped between the first adapter portion (21) and the second adapter portion (22); and / or, limiting convex wings (233) are provided on both sides of the first section (231) along the width direction, and a limiting groove (245) for accommodating the limiting convex wings (233) is formed between the side surface (2432) and the bottom surface (2431) of the first mounting groove (243).

6. The track system according to claim 1, characterized in that The plug (32) comprises a docking portion (321) connected to the interface mechanism (20); the docking portion (321) is a plurality of plugs, a second gap (322) is provided between two adjacent plugs, the plugs are provided with a plurality of second mounting grooves (323) facing the second gap (322), and the second electrical connection portion (33) is arranged in the second mounting groove (323).

7. The track system according to claim 6, characterized in that The two plugs (32) are electrically connected via a cable (34); the second electrical connection portion (33) includes a first electrical contact portion (331) and a second electrical contact portion (332) that are electrically connected; the first electrical contact portion (331) includes two clamping arms; the two clamping arms clamp and fix the cable (34) and are electrically connected to the cable (34); the second electrical contact portion (332) is arranged on the side of the first electrical contact portion (331) and is exposed in the second mounting groove (323), and is configured to be electrically connected to the first part (2311) of the first electrical connection portion (23).

8. The track system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The interface mechanism (20) is integrated with the power rail (12).

9. The track system according to claim 8, characterized in that The interface mechanism (20) further includes a baffle (26), which is arranged along the length direction on a side of the interface mechanism (20) away from the power rail (12) and is configured to close the power rail (12).

10. A lighting system, characterized in that: The invention comprises a lighting module and the track system according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the lighting module is mechanically and electrically connected to the track system.

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