Hidden breathable shell and electronic equipment with same

Abstract

The utility model provides a hidden breathable shell and an electronic device with the same, the breathable shell comprises a shell body, and a shell body inner cavity is formed in the shell body; the key hole is formed in the appearance surface of the shell, the key hole is used for arranging a key assembly, and a ventilation gap for introducing air is defined between the key assembly and the inner wall of the key hole; and one end of the ventilation channel is communicated with the inner cavity of the shell, and the other end is communicated with the ventilation gap of the key hole. According to the hidden breathable shell, air pressure inside and outside an electronic product can be balanced through the structure arranged in the inner cavity of the hidden breathable shell, and the situation that the air pressure inside the product is too large or too small due to temperature difference or extrusion of the product is prevented.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of communication equipment technology, and more specifically, to a concealed ventilated shell and an electronic device having the same. Background Art

[0002] Currently, with the continuous popularization and development of communication electronic products, while bringing convenience to people's lives, the performance requirements for portable electronic products are getting higher and higher, especially the waterproof performance requirements for electronic products such as mobile phones. Existing waterproof electronic products generally have air holes on the surface of the shell to achieve the balance of internal and external air pressure. However, the setting of air holes will lead to a decrease in the waterproof performance of electronic products, and dust will easily accumulate during long-term use. In addition, the increase of openings often affects the aesthetics and user experience of electronic products.

[0003] Therefore, there is a need for improvement. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This solution is based on the inventor's findings and understanding of the following problems and facts: 1. The problem of excessive air pressure inside electronic products. 2. The problem that opening vents can lead to a decrease in the waterproof performance of electronic products and make them prone to dust accumulation.

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problems to at least a certain extent.

[0006] Therefore, one objective of this utility model is to provide a concealed ventilated shell;

[0007] One aspect of this utility model is to provide a concealed ventilated shell, the ventilated shell including a shell, the interior of which forms a shell cavity;

[0008] A button hole is provided on the outer surface of the housing. The button hole is used to install a button assembly and a venting gap for air to pass through is defined between the button assembly and the inner wall of the button hole.

[0009] The ventilation channel has one end connected to the inner cavity of the housing and the other end connected to the ventilation gap of the button hole.

[0010] Optionally, the breathable shell may also include:

[0011] A pin hole is provided inside the housing and communicates with the button hole for installing and fixing the pin assembly of the button assembly;

[0012] The pin hole has an opening on the side wall near the inner cavity of the housing. The opening is connected to the vent hole through the vent channel, and the vent hole is connected to the inner cavity of the housing.

[0013] Optionally, the vent is provided with a breathable membrane assembly, and the vent communicates with the inner cavity of the shell through the breathable membrane assembly;

[0014] The breathable membrane assembly allows gas to pass through while blocking liquids.

[0015] Optionally, a groove is formed on the inner wall surface of the housing cavity corresponding to the vent hole;

[0016] The breathable membrane assembly is fixed and embedded in the groove using double-sided adhesive.

[0017] Optionally, the ventilated shell further includes:

[0018] The first ash collection trough is disposed inside the ventilated shell and extends along the first direction;

[0019] The second ash collection trough is provided inside the ventilated shell and extends along the second direction;

[0020] Both the first and second dust collection troughs are connected to the button hole to collect dust entering through the button hole, and the first and second directions intersect.

[0021] Another aspect of this utility model is to provide an electronic device; comprising:

[0022] The aforementioned concealed breathable shell;

[0023] A button assembly, wherein the button assembly is mounted on the button hole.

[0024] Optionally, the button assembly includes: a circuit board, a resilient switch, and a button; the circuit board is disposed within the housing; the resilient switch is disposed above the circuit board and electrically connected to the circuit board; the button is movably disposed in the button hole to trigger the resilient switch, and a venting gap for air passage is defined between the button and the inner wall of the button hole.

[0025] Optionally, the button assembly further includes a hook, which is disposed between the button and the elastic switch. The hook is connected to the button assembly, and the button assembly is movably positioned in a triggered position and a disengaged position within the button hole. When the hook is in the triggered position, the elastic switch is triggered by pressing the button. When the hook is in the disengaged position, the hook abuts against the housing.

[0026] Optionally, the electronic device further includes:

[0027] A pin positioning element is used to install a pin assembly, which engages with the lug.

[0028] Optionally, the button sleeve is provided with a sealing ring.

[0029] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0030] 1) This utility model provides a hidden ventilated shell, which achieves the balance of internal and external air pressure of electronic products through the structure set inside it, and prevents the internal air pressure of the product from being too high or too low due to temperature difference or compression.

[0031] 2) The structural design of the pin hole, button hole and ventilation channel improves the dustproof and waterproof performance of the ventilation membrane component, thereby improving the overall protection level of electronic products and enhancing the user experience.

[0032] 3) The performance of this utility model's concealed ventilated shell can reach the protection level of IPX6-IPX8 of the product, with a more complete internal and external structure, and it also has an aesthetic appeal and a friendly look.

[0033] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a concealed ventilated shell according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the concealed ventilated shell according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0036] Figure 3 According to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of a partially enlarged view at point D;

[0037] Figure 4 According to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 3 AA-oriented stereoscopic image;

[0038] Figure 5 According to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 3 Sectional view at BB;

[0039] Figure 6 According to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 3 Sectional view at CC;

[0040] Figure 7 According to an embodiment of the present utility model Figure 3 CC-oriented stereoscopic view;

[0041] Figure label:

[0042] 1. Housing; 11. Housing cavity; 2. Button hole; 21. Button assembly; 211. Circuit board; 212. Flexible switch; 213. Button; 214. Lug; 215. Sealing ring; 22. Vent gap; 3. Vent channel; 4. Pin hole; 41. Pin assembly; 411. Pin positioning component; 412. Pin; 5. Vent hole; 51. Vent membrane assembly; 52. Groove; 6. First dust collection groove; 7. Second dust collection groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0043] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0044] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0045] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0046] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0048] This invention addresses the problems of excessive internal air pressure in electronic products and the reduced waterproof performance and easy dust accumulation caused by the opening of vents. It provides a hidden, breathable, and waterproof shell with an internal structure that balances the internal and external air pressure of the electronic product, preventing excessive or insufficient internal air pressure due to temperature differences or compression.

[0049] Example 1

[0050] like Figure 1-3 and Figure 5 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, a concealed ventilated shell is proposed. The ventilated shell includes a shell 1, with an inner cavity 11 formed inside the shell 1; a button hole 2, which is disposed on the outer surface of the shell 1, and is used to house a button assembly 21, with a ventilated gap 22 defined between the button assembly 21 and the inner wall of the button hole 2 for air to pass through; and a ventilated channel 3, one end of which is connected to the inner cavity 11 of the shell, and the other end of which is connected to the ventilated gap 21 of the button hole 2.

[0051] Furthermore, the concealed ventilated shell of this embodiment, through the structure set in its inner cavity, can balance the internal and external air pressure of the electronic product, preventing the internal air pressure of the product from being too high or too low due to temperature difference or compression.

[0052] Combination Figure 3-4 Preferably, the vent shell also includes a pin hole 4, which is located inside the shell 1 and communicates with the button hole 2 for installing and fixing the pin assembly 41 of the button assembly 21; the pin hole 4 has an opening on the side wall near the inner cavity 11 of the shell, and the opening communicates with the vent hole 5 through the venting channel 3, and the vent hole 5 communicates with the inner cavity 11 of the shell.

[0053] Specifically, the pin hole 4 for mounting the pin assembly 41 is located between the button hole 2 and the vent channel 3 in the inward and outward directions. The vent channel 3 communicates with the button hole 2 through the pin hole 4. The vent channel 3 is provided with a vent membrane assembly 51 to allow gas to pass through and block liquid. The inner wall of the cavity is provided with a groove 52, and the vent membrane assembly 51 is embedded in the groove 52.

[0054] Furthermore, this embodiment improves the dustproof and waterproof performance of the breathable membrane assembly 51 by optimizing the structural design of the pin hole 4, button hole 2, and ventilation channel 3, thereby enhancing the user experience and extending the service life of the device.

[0055] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 6-7 Preferably, the vent 5 is provided with a breathable membrane assembly 51, and the vent 5 is connected to the inner cavity 11 of the housing through the breathable membrane assembly 51; the breathable membrane assembly 51 can allow gas to pass through and block liquid. Optionally, the inner cavity 11 of the housing has a groove 52 formed on the inner wall surface corresponding to the vent 5; the breathable membrane assembly 51 is fixed and embedded in the groove 52 by double-sided adhesive.

[0056] Specifically, the ventilation channel 3 is a cylindrical channel, which is connected to the ventilation channel 3 through the ventilation gap set in the button hole 2. The ventilation membrane component 51 in the ventilation hole 5 is attached to the groove 52 with double-sided adhesive to form a tiny gap and is connected to the ventilation channel 3, so that the air pressure in the inner cavity 11 of the shell is balanced with the outside air pressure. During the balancing process, the pressure is transmitted through the gap in the groove 52 in the ventilation hole 5, the ventilation channel 3, the ventilation gap 22, and the button hole 2.

[0057] Combination Figure 3 , Figure 6-7 Preferably, the ventilated shell further includes: a first dust collection groove 6, disposed inside the shell 1 and extending along a first direction; a second dust collection groove 7, disposed inside the shell 1 and extending along a second direction; the first dust collection groove 6 and the second dust collection groove 7 are both connected to the button hole 2 to collect dust entering through the button hole 2, and the first direction and the second direction intersect.

[0058] Furthermore, in this embodiment, by placing two dust accumulation grooves inside the air permeable channel 3 at the front end of the air permeable membrane assembly 51, dust accumulation in the air permeable membrane assembly 51 can be avoided, thereby extending the service life of the air permeable membrane assembly 51.

[0059] Example 2

[0060] In a second aspect, this invention provides an embodiment of an electronic device that employs the concealed ventilated shell described in the above embodiment.

[0061] like Figure 1-3 and Figure 5As shown, the electronic device of this embodiment includes a button assembly 21, which is mounted in a button hole 2. The button assembly 21 includes a circuit board 211, a resilient switch 212, and a button 213. The circuit board 211 is disposed within the housing 1. The resilient switch 212 is disposed above the circuit board 211 and electrically connected to the circuit board 211. The button 213 is movably disposed in the button hole 2 to trigger the resilient switch 212, and a venting gap for air passage is defined between the button 213 and the inner wall of the button hole 2. The button assembly 21 also includes a hook 214, which is located between the button 213 and the elastic switch 212. The hook 214 is connected to the button assembly 21. The button assembly 21 is movably positioned in a triggered position and a disengaged position within the button hole 2. When the hook 214 is in the triggered position, the elastic switch 212 is triggered by the button 213 pressing against it. When the hook 214 is in the disengaged position, it abuts against the housing 1. Preferably, the electronic device also includes a pin hole 4 for mounting a pin assembly 41, which engages with the hook 214. A sealing ring 215 is provided on the button sleeve.

[0062] Combination Figure 6-7 Furthermore, the button hole 2 is connected to the vent hole 5 through the vent channel 3. The vent hole 5 is provided with a vent membrane assembly 51, and the vent hole 5 is connected to the inner cavity 11 of the housing through the vent membrane assembly 51. The vent membrane assembly 51 can allow gas to pass through the vent hole 5 and the button hole 2 and block liquid, thus achieving a waterproof effect. The inner wall of the vent channel 3 is provided with two dust collection grooves. The two dust collection grooves are located in different directions and at the front end of the vent membrane assembly 51, which can prevent dust entering from different directions from falling into the vent membrane assembly 51 and from blocking the vent channel, thus fully protecting the inner cavity 11 of the housing from dust and achieving a dustproof effect.

[0063] Specifically, the electronic device is a mobile phone.

[0064] Electronic devices employing the aforementioned concealed, ventilated housing achieve dust and water resistance in their internal structure, enhancing the user experience and extending the device's lifespan. While achieving IPX6-IPX8 protection levels, the internal and external structures are more complete, and the device also boasts an aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly appearance.

[0065] In summary, the concealed waterproof and breathable shell provided in this application can achieve the following effects:

[0066] The structural design of the pin hole 4, button hole 2, and ventilation channel 3 can balance the air pressure inside and outside the electronic product, preventing the internal air pressure from being too high or too low due to temperature difference or compression. At the same time, it also improves the dustproof and waterproof performance of the ventilation membrane component 51, enabling the overall protection level of the electronic product to reach IPX6-IPX8, ensuring safe and reliable use and enhancing the user experience.

[0067] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification.

[0068] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A concealed, breathable shell, characterized in that, The breathable shell includes: A housing, wherein an inner cavity is formed inside the housing; A button hole is provided on the outer surface of the housing. The button hole is used to install a button assembly and a venting gap for air to pass through is defined between the button assembly and the inner wall of the button hole. The ventilation channel has one end connected to the inner cavity of the housing and the other end connected to the ventilation gap of the button hole.

2. The concealed ventilated shell according to claim 1, characterized in that, The breathable shell also includes: A pin hole is provided inside the housing and communicates with the button hole for installing and fixing the pin assembly of the button assembly; The pin hole has an opening on the side wall near the inner cavity of the housing. The opening is connected to the vent hole through the vent channel, and the vent hole is connected to the inner cavity of the housing.

3. The concealed ventilated shell according to claim 2, characterized in that, The vent is provided with a breathable membrane assembly, and the vent is connected to the inner cavity of the shell through the breathable membrane assembly; The breathable membrane assembly allows gas to pass through while blocking liquids.

4. The concealed ventilated shell according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner cavity of the housing has a groove formed on the inner wall surface corresponding to the vent hole; The breathable membrane assembly is fixed and embedded in the groove using double-sided adhesive.

5. The concealed ventilated shell according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing also includes: A first ash collection trough is disposed inside the housing and extends along a first direction; The second ash collection trough is disposed inside the housing and extends along the second direction; Both the first and second dust collection troughs are connected to the button hole to collect dust entering through the button hole, and the first and second directions intersect.

6. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: The concealed ventilated shell as described in any one of claims 1 to 5; A button assembly, wherein the button assembly is mounted on the button hole.

7. The electronic device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The button assembly includes: a circuit board, a spring switch, and a button; The circuit board is disposed within the housing; The flexible switch is electrically connected to the circuit board; The button is movably disposed in the button hole to trigger the resilient switch, and a venting gap for air to pass through is defined between the button and the inner wall of the button hole.

8. The electronic device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The button assembly also includes a hook. The hook is located between the button and the elastic switch. The hook is connected to the button assembly. The button assembly is movably positioned in a trigger position and a disengaged position within the button hole. When the hook is in the trigger position, the elastic switch is triggered by pressing the button. When the hook is in the disengaged position, it abuts against the housing.

9. The electronic device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The electronic device also includes: A pin positioning element is used to install a pin assembly, which engages with the lug.

10. The electronic device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The button sleeve is equipped with a sealing ring.

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