Faucet lock

Abstract

The utility model relates to a faucet lock which comprises a lock body, a stay wire seat and a spring bolt assembly arranged on the lock body, the spring bolt assembly comprises a spring bolt and a sliding block, the sliding block moves to drive the spring bolt to stretch out of or retract into the lock body, a first abutting portion is arranged on the stay wire seat, a first detection assembly is arranged on the lock body, and a second abutting portion is arranged on the first detection assembly. The first detection assembly is located on the sliding track of the stay wire seat, the sliding block is provided with a second abutting portion, the lock body is provided with a second detection assembly, the second detection assembly is located on the sliding track of the sliding block, and in the process that the sliding block slides in the unlocking direction, the second detection assembly is triggered by the second abutting portion to send out a feedback signal. A reset spring is arranged between the stay wire seat and the lock body so as to drive the stay wire seat to slide in the locking direction. By the adoption of the technical scheme, the faucet lock can trigger the detection assembly to send out a feedback signal no matter the faucet lock is automatically unlocked or manually unlocked, and meanwhile return of the stay wire base is rapid and stable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a steering lock used on electric vehicles or motorcycles. Background Technology

[0002] Handlebar locks are generally used on electric vehicles or motorcycles. Their main purpose is to lock the handlebars of the electric vehicle or motorcycle after it is parked to prevent it from being stolen.

[0003] The existing throttle lock includes a lock body and a latch assembly mounted on the lock body. The latch assembly includes a latch and a slider, which are linked together. The slider is mounted on the lock body and slides along the X-axis. The movement of the slider can cause the latch to extend or retract into the lock body. The lock body is provided with a drive mechanism that drives the slider to move in the locking or unlocking direction. It also includes a cable holder for connecting an external pull cable. The cable holder is mounted on the lock body and slides along the X-axis. When the cable holder moves in the unlocking direction, it can drive the slider to move in the unlocking direction. The lock body is provided with a pull cable hole for the external pull cable to pass through. The lock body is provided with a detection component for detecting the position of the cable holder. When the latch reaches the unlocking position, the cable holder triggers the detection component and sends an unlocking feedback signal to the vehicle's central control unit.

[0004] Existing faucet locks only activate their detection components during manual unlocking, checking the position of the pull cable holder to determine if the unlocking operation is complete. However, during automatic unlocking, they cannot detect the position of the slider to determine if unlocking was successful. Furthermore, the pull cable holder returns to its original position slowly, resulting in poor stability. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the defects of the prior art. This utility model provides a faucet lock that can trigger the detection component to send a feedback signal to determine whether to unlock, whether it is automatically or manually unlocked. At the same time, the pull cord holder returns to its original position quickly and stably.

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: A faucet lock includes a lock body, a pull cable base, and a bolt assembly disposed on the lock body. The bolt assembly includes a bolt and a slider. The slider is slidably disposed on the lock body along the X-axis direction. The movement of the slider can cause the bolt to extend or retract into the lock body. The lock body is provided with a drive mechanism to drive the slider to move in the locking or unlocking direction. The pull cable base is provided with a first abutment. The lock body is provided with a first detection component located on the sliding track of the pull cable base. When the pull cable base slides in the unlocking direction, the first detection component is triggered by the first abutment and emits a feedback signal. The slider is provided with a second abutment. The lock body is provided with a second detection component located on the sliding track of the slider. When the slider slides in the unlocking direction, the second detection component is triggered by the second abutment and emits a feedback signal. A return spring is provided between the pull cable base and the lock body to drive the pull cable base to slide in the locking direction.

[0007] Using the above technical solution, it is possible to determine whether both manual and automatic unlocking operations have been completed. During manual unlocking, the sliding of the cable holder will cause the slider to slide synchronously in the unlocking direction. First, the second contact part touches the second detection component, and the second detection component sends a feedback signal. Then, the first contact part touches the first detection component, and the first detection component sends a feedback signal. The issuance of two feedback signals indicates that manual unlocking is complete. During automatic unlocking, the drive mechanism drives the slider to slide in the unlocking direction on the lock body. The second contact part touches the second detection component and sends a feedback signal. Only one feedback signal is issued. The issuance of a feedback signal indicates that automatic unlocking is complete. Furthermore, a return spring is set between the cable holder and the lock body, which can automatically reset the cable holder. The reset structure is stable and fast.

[0008] Further features of this invention: the pull cable seat has a receiving cavity along the X-axis direction, the reset spring is located in the receiving cavity, the rear end of the receiving cavity has an opening, the lock body has a positioning plate corresponding to the opening position, one end of the reset spring is in contact with the inner wall of the receiving cavity, and the other end is in contact with the positioning plate.

[0009] With the above-mentioned further design, the return spring has good stability, thus better achieving the reset of the pull wire holder and making the structure stable when the pull wire holder slides.

[0010] A further feature of this invention is that the accommodating cavity is provided with a guide groove, the positioning plate is located in the guide groove, and when the pull cable seat slides in the unlocking direction, the positioning plate slides relative to the guide groove.

[0011] The above-mentioned further design serves as a guide, ensuring structural stability and preventing deviation during sliding.

[0012] A further feature of this invention is as follows: the lock body is provided with a drive box, the drive mechanism and the two detection components are all located in the drive box, the drive box is provided with a circuit board, the first detection component includes a first micro switch, the second detection component includes a second micro switch, the first micro switch and the second micro switch are vertically arranged on the circuit board, when the slider or pull wire seat slides in the unlocking direction, the contact part presses against the contact of the corresponding micro switch to form the conduction of the micro switch.

[0013] With the above-mentioned further design, the waterproof performance is good, preventing water ingress from affecting the circuit board. The two microswitches are initially in the off state. During manual unlocking, the slider slides in the unlocking direction under the action of the pull wire base. First, the second contact part presses against the contact of the second microswitch, and then the first contact part presses against the contact of the first microswitch. The second microswitch and the first microswitch are turned on in sequence, and signal outputs are generated in sequence, thereby determining that the manual unlocking operation is completed. When the drive mechanism drives the slider to slide in the unlocking direction, the second contact part presses against the contact of the second microswitch, causing the second microswitch to turn on and generate a signal output, thereby determining that the automatic unlocking operation is completed.

[0014] A further feature of this invention is as follows: the first detection component further includes a first transmission member, and the second detection component further includes a second transmission member. The first and second transmission members are slidably disposed on the drive box. When the pull cable seat slides in the unlocking direction, the first contact part presses against the first transmission member, causing the first transmission member to slide into the drive box and press the contact of the first micro switch to activate the first micro switch. The second contact part presses against the second transmission member, causing the second transmission member to slide into the drive box and press the contact of the second micro switch to activate the second micro switch. When the slider slides in the unlocking direction, the second contact part presses against the second transmission member, causing the second transmission member to slide into the drive box and press the contact of the second micro switch to activate the second micro switch.

[0015] By adopting the above-mentioned further configuration, a transmission component is provided between the contact part and the micro switch. The contact part presses the micro switch through the transmission component, which requires less effort and reduces wear.

[0016] A further improvement of this invention is as follows: the driving mechanism includes a motor connected to the circuit board, the first detection component and the second detection component are disposed above the circuit board, and the motor is disposed below the circuit board and parallel to the circuit board.

[0017] With the above-mentioned further design, the structural layout is reasonable and the structure is compact.

[0018] A further feature of this invention is that the drive box is also provided with a positioning seat, which is located between the circuit board and the drive component. The positioning seat is provided with two extension plates, which are spaced apart and form a positioning cavity with the lower end face of the positioning seat. The drive component is located in the positioning cavity, and the drive component is provided with a connector, which passes through the positioning seat and is electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0019] With the above-mentioned further configuration, a cavity is provided at the bottom of the drive box, the lower end of the drive component is located in the cavity, and the upper end is located in the positioning cavity, so as to position the drive component in all directions, including front-back, left-right, and up-down, making its structure stable and not easy to shake, thus affecting its use.

[0020] A further feature of this invention is that a straight plug is vertically connected to the circuit board, the upper end of the straight plug extends to the outside of the lock body, a positioning rod is provided on the positioning seat, a positioning groove is provided on the straight plug, and the positioning rod is located in the positioning groove.

[0021] With the above-mentioned further configuration, the straight plug is connected to the central control unit of a motorcycle or electric vehicle. The cooperation between the positioning rod and the positioning groove makes the straight plug easy to install and the structure stable. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 These are actual photographs of specific embodiments of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a pull wire holder according to a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the position of the positioning plate in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the driver box according to a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the driver box in a specific embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the positioning base and circuit board in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the drive box and locking tongue assembly according to a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the recessed cavity on the drive box according to a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0031] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the interior of the lock body in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0032] In the diagram, 1. Lock body; 11. Positioning plate; 2. Pull cable holder; 21. First contact part; 22. Receiving cavity; 221. Opening; 222. Guide groove; 3. Lock tongue assembly; 31. Lock tongue; 32. Slider; 321. Second contact part; 4. Drive mechanism; 41. Motor; 42. Drive gear; 43. Drive block; 431. Rack; 5. First detection assembly; 51. First micro switch; 52. First transmission component; 6. Second detection assembly; 61. Second micro switch; 62. Second transmission component; 7. Return spring; 8. Drive box; 81. Circuit board; 82. Positioning seat; 821. Extension plate; 822. Positioning cavity; 823. Positioning rod; 83. Concave cavity; 9. Straight plug; Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solutions in this embodiment will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0034] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, forward, backward, etc.) in the description of this utility model are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0035] Furthermore, in this utility model, the use of terms such as "first," "second," etc., is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. In the description of this utility model, "a number" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0036] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0037] like Figure 1-10As shown, a faucet lock includes a lock body 1, a pull cable base 2, and a bolt assembly 3 disposed on the lock body 1. The bolt assembly 3 includes a bolt 31 and a slider 32. The slider 32 is slidably disposed on the lock body 1 along the X-axis. The movement of the slider 32 can cause the bolt 31 to extend or retract into the lock body 1. The lock body 1 is provided with a drive mechanism 4 for driving the slider 32 to move in the locking or unlocking direction. The pull cable base 2 is provided with a first abutment 21. The lock body 1 is provided with a first detection component 5, which is located on the sliding track of the pull cable base 2. When the pull cable base 2 slides in the unlocking direction, the first detection component 5 is triggered by the first abutment 21 and emits a feedback signal. The slider 32 is provided with a second abutment 321. The lock body 1 is provided with a second detection component 6, which is located on the sliding track of the slider 32. When the slider 32 slides in the unlocking direction, the second detection component 6 is triggered by the second abutment 321 and emits a feedback signal. The pull cable base 2 is located in front of the slider 32. The lock body 1 has a notch, and the front end of the slider 32 is located inside the notch. A return spring 7 is provided between the pull cable seat 2 and the lock body 1 to drive the pull cable seat 2 to slide in the locking direction. This can determine whether the manual unlocking operation is completed or the automatic unlocking operation is completed. When manually unlocking, the sliding of the pull cable seat 2 will drive the slider 32 to slide synchronously in the unlocking direction. First, the second contact part 321 touches the second detection component 6, and the second detection component 6 sends a feedback signal. Then, the first contact part 21 touches the first detection component 5, and the first detection component 5 sends a feedback signal. The issuance of two feedback signals indicates that the manual unlocking is completed. When automatically unlocking, the drive mechanism 4 drives the slider 32 to slide in the unlocking direction on the lock body 1. The second contact part 321 touches the second detection component 6 and sends a feedback signal. Only one feedback signal is sent. The issuance of a feedback signal indicates that the automatic unlocking is completed. Furthermore, the return spring 7 is provided between the pull cable seat 2 and the lock body 1, which can automatically reset the pull cable seat 2. The reset structure is stable and fast.

[0038] The pull cable holder 2 has a receiving cavity 22 along the X-axis direction. The return spring 7 is located in the receiving cavity 22. The rear end of the receiving cavity 22 has an opening 221. The lock body 1 has a positioning plate 11, which corresponds to the position of the opening 221. One end of the return spring 7 is in contact with the inner wall of the receiving cavity 22, and the other end is in contact with the positioning plate 11. The return spring 7 has good stability, thereby better realizing the reset of the pull cable holder 2 and making the structure stable when the pull cable holder 2 slides. The receiving cavity 22 has a guide groove 222. The positioning plate 11 is located in the guide groove 222. When the pull cable holder 2 slides in the unlocking direction, the positioning plate 11 slides relative to the guide groove 222, which plays a guiding role. The structure is stable and does not deviate when sliding.

[0039] The lock body 1 is equipped with a drive box 8, and the drive mechanism 4 and two detection components are all located inside the drive box 8. The drive box 8 contains a circuit board 81, with a slider 32 located on one side of the circuit board 81. A second contact part 321 extends towards the circuit board 81. The first detection component 5 includes a first micro switch 51, and the second detection component 6 includes a second micro switch 61. The first micro switch 51 and the second micro switch 61 are vertically mounted on the circuit board 81. When the slider 32 or the pull cable seat 2 slides in the unlocking direction, the contact part presses against the corresponding micro switch contact to activate the micro switch. The system has good waterproof performance, preventing water ingress from affecting the circuit board 81. The first detection component 5 also includes a first transmission component 52, and the second detection component 6 also includes a second transmission component 62. The first transmission component 52 and the second transmission component 62 are slidably mounted on the drive box 8. The transmission component includes a columnar structure and a ring structure. The ring structure is located at the lower end of the columnar structure and has a larger diameter than the columnar structure. The transmission component moves towards the drive box 8 under the action of the contact. During external reset, the annular structure abuts against the inner wall of the drive box 8, indicating that the reset is complete, preventing the transmission component from disengaging from the drive box 8. When the pull cable holder 2 slides in the unlocking direction, the first contact part 21 presses against the first transmission component 52, causing the first transmission component 52 to slide into the drive box 8 and press the contact of the first micro switch 51 to make the first micro switch 51 conductive. The second contact part 321 presses against the second transmission component 62, causing the second transmission component 62 to slide into the drive box 8 and press the contact of the second micro switch 61 to make the second micro switch 61 conductive. When slider 32 slides in the unlocking direction, the second contact part 321 presses against the second transmission member 62, causing the second transmission member 62 to slide into the drive box 8 and press the contact of the second micro switch 61 to make the second micro switch 61 conductive. By setting a transmission member between the contact part and the micro switch, the contact part presses the micro switch through the transmission member, so that the micro switch is not exposed and the waterproof performance is better. The drive box 8 is set separately, which facilitates the installation of internal components. The drive box 8 can be ultrasonically welded, so the sealing performance is good.

[0040] The drive mechanism 4 includes a motor 41 connected to the circuit board 81. The first detection component 5 and the second detection component 6 are positioned above the circuit board 81, and the motor 41 is positioned below the circuit board 81 and parallel to it. The structure is reasonably laid out and compact. The drive box 8 also includes a positioning seat 82 located between the circuit board 81 and the drive component. The positioning seat 82 has two extension plates 821, which are spaced apart and form a positioning cavity 822 with the lower end face of the positioning seat 82. The drive component is located within the positioning cavity 822 and has a connector that passes through the positioning seat 82 and is electrically connected to the circuit board 81. The bottom of the drive box 8 has a recessed cavity 83, with the lower end of the drive component located within the recessed cavity 83 and the upper end located within the positioning cavity 822. This provides omnidirectional positioning of the drive component, ensuring structural stability and preventing shaking that could affect its use.

[0041] A straight plug 9 is vertically connected to the circuit board 81. The upper end of the straight plug 9 extends to the outside of the lock body 1. A positioning rod 823 is provided on the positioning seat 82. A positioning groove is provided on the straight plug 9. The positioning rod 823 is located in the positioning groove. It is connected to the central control unit of the motorcycle or electric vehicle through the straight plug 9. The cooperation between the positioning rod 823 and the positioning groove makes the straight plug 9 easy to install and structurally stable.

[0042] The drive mechanism 4 also includes a drive gear 42 and a drive block 43. The motor 41 and the drive gear 42 are located inside the drive box 5. The drive gear 42 rotates under the drive of the motor 41. The drive block 43 is slidably mounted on the drive box 9. A rack 431 is linked to the drive block 43 along the X-axis. The drive gear 42 extends outside the drive box 9 and meshes with the rack 431. The drive gear 42 drives the drive block 43 to move. The slider 32 is linked to the drive block 43. The linkage between the slider 32 and the drive block 43 is prior art and will not be elaborated further. The movement of the drive block 43 can drive the slider 32 to move. The motor can be controlled to rotate forward or backward via a remote control to unlock or lock the faucet lock. The motor drives the drive gear 42 to rotate, and the drive gear 42 meshes with the rack 431 on the drive block 43, causing the drive block 43 to slide, thereby causing the slider 32 to slide, so that the lock tongue 31 extends or retracts into the lock body 1, which can realize automatic locking or unlocking. The operation is convenient and quick, and the structure is simple. A transmission group can also be set between the motor and the drive gear, so that the installation position of the motor can be changed, making the installation position of the motor variable.

Claims

1. A faucet lock, comprising a lock body (1), a pull cable base (2), and a latch assembly (3) disposed on the lock body (1), wherein the latch assembly (3) comprises a latch (31) and a slider (32), the slider (32) being slidably disposed on the lock body (1) along the X-axis direction, and the movement of the slider (32) causing the latch (31) to extend or retract from the lock body (1), the lock body (1) being provided with a drive mechanism (4) for driving the slider (32) to move in the upward locking or unlocking direction, the pull cable base (2) being provided with a first abutment (21), and the lock body (1) being provided with a first detection component (5), the first detection component (5) being located on the sliding trajectory of the pull cable base (2), and during the sliding of the pull cable base (2) in the unlocking direction, the first detection component (5) being triggered by the first abutment (21) to emit a feedback signal, characterized in that, The slider (32) is provided with a second abutment (321), and the lock body (1) is provided with a second detection component (6). The second detection component (6) is located on the sliding trajectory of the slider (32), and during the process of the slider (32) sliding in the unlocking direction, the second detection component (6) is triggered by the second abutment (321) to emit a feedback signal. A reset spring (7) is provided between the pull cable seat (2) and the lock body (1) to drive the pull cable seat (2) to slide in the locking direction.

2. The faucet lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pull cable seat (2) is provided with a receiving cavity (22) along the X-axis direction. The reset spring (7) is located in the receiving cavity (22). The rear end of the receiving cavity (22) is provided with an opening (221). The lock body (1) is provided with a positioning plate (11). The positioning plate (11) corresponds to the position of the opening (221). One end of the reset spring (7) is set to abut against the inner wall of the receiving cavity (22), and the other end is set to abut against the positioning plate (11).

3. The faucet lock according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cavity (22) is provided with a guide groove (222), and the positioning plate (11) is located in the guide groove (222). When the pull wire seat (2) slides in the unlocking direction, the positioning plate (11) slides relative to the guide groove (222).

4. The faucet lock according to claim 1, 2, or 3, characterized in that, The lock body (1) is provided with a drive box (8), the drive mechanism (4) and the two detection components are all located in the drive box (8), the drive box (8) is provided with a circuit board (81), the first detection component (5) includes a first micro switch (51), the second detection component (6) includes a second micro switch (61), the first micro switch (51) and the second micro switch (61) are vertically arranged on the circuit board (81), when the slider (32) or the pull wire seat (2) slides in the unlocking direction, the contact part presses against the contact of the corresponding micro switch to form the conduction of the micro switch.

5. The faucet lock according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first detection component (5) further includes a first transmission component (52), and the second detection component (6) further includes a second transmission component (62). The first transmission component (52) and the second transmission component (62) are slidably disposed on the drive box (8). When the pull wire seat (2) slides in the unlocking direction, the first contact part (21) presses against the first transmission component (52), causing the first transmission component (52) to slide into the drive box (8) and press the contact of the first micro switch (51) to form the conduction of the first micro switch (51). The second contact part (321) presses against the second transmission component (62), causing the second transmission component (62) to slide into the drive box (8) and press the contact of the second micro switch (61) to form the conduction of the second micro switch (61).

6. The faucet lock according to claim 4, characterized in that, The drive mechanism (4) includes a motor (41) connected to the circuit board (81). The first detection component (5) and the second detection component (6) are located above the circuit board (81), and the motor (41) is located below the circuit board (81) and parallel to the circuit board (81).

7. The faucet lock according to claim 6, characterized in that, The drive box (8) is also provided with a positioning seat (82). The positioning seat (82) is located between the circuit board (81) and the drive component. The positioning seat (82) is provided with two extension plates (821). The two extension plates (821) are separated and form a positioning cavity (822) with the lower end face of the positioning seat (82). The drive component is located in the positioning cavity (822). The drive component is provided with a connector. The connector passes through the positioning seat (82) and is electrically connected to the circuit board (81).

8. The faucet lock according to claim 7, characterized in that, A straight plug (9) is vertically connected to the circuit board (81). The upper end of the straight plug (9) extends to the outside of the lock body (1). A positioning rod (823) is provided on the positioning seat (82). A positioning groove is provided on the straight plug (9). The positioning rod (823) is located in the positioning groove.

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