Key assembly structure and aerosol generating device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic products, and particularly discloses a key assembly structure and an aerosol generating device. The key assembly structure comprises a shell, a movable part and a key, the shell is provided with a containing groove extending in the first direction, and a mounting hole penetrates through the groove wall of the containing groove. The movable part is arranged in the containing groove and can move between an assembling position and a fixing position relative to the shell in the first direction. When the movable part is located at the assembly position, the installation hole receives the key in the second direction, and when the movable part moves from the assembly position to the fixed position, the movable part and the key are matched with each other to prevent the key from being separated from the installation hole in the second direction. According to the key assembly structure, the action of the key is limited through the limiting matching pair, the buckling area is increased, and the situation that the key falls off is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electronic product technology, and in particular to a button assembly structure and an aerosol generation device. Background Technology

[0002] With the mature development of touchscreen technology, its advantages of simple, convenient, and natural human-computer interaction have led to its widespread application in consumer electronics. Consequently, physical buttons on electronic products are becoming increasingly rare. However, due to the blind operation capability of physical buttons, most existing electronic products retain physical buttons to facilitate user input when it is inconvenient to look at the device. Examples include the volume and power buttons on smartphones.

[0003] Currently, buttons are typically assembled using the following two technical solutions:

[0004] 1) Insert the button from the outside and secure it with clips;

[0005] 2) Install the buttons inside the housing first, and then install them into the internal mechanism.

[0006] However, if the button is installed from the outside, the size and assembly tolerances of the button will be limited by the mating area, which may cause the button to fall out. If the button is installed from the inside of the housing first, the silicone on the button may be easily scratched.

[0007] In view of this, there is an urgent need to optimize the button assembly structure of existing electronic products in order to effectively solve the above-mentioned defects of existing technology while ensuring the assembly accuracy of the products. Utility Model Content

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to provide a button assembly structure and an aerosol generating device. By using a limiting device to restrict the movement of the button, the fastening area is increased, preventing the button from falling off and avoiding the situation where the button silicone is easily scratched.

[0009] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0010] A button assembly structure includes a button, a housing, and a movable component; the housing has a receiving groove extending along a first direction, and the groove wall has a through-hole; the movable component is disposed in the receiving groove, and the movable component is movable relative to the housing along the first direction between an assembled position and a fixed position; wherein, when the movable component is in the assembled position, the mounting hole receives the button in a second direction, and when the movable component moves from the assembled position to the fixed position, the movable component and the button cooperate to prevent the button from disengaging from the mounting hole along the second direction.

[0011] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0012] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, the movable member has at least one through hole exposed in the mounting hole. The button includes a pressing part and a mating part extending from the pressing part. When the movable member is in the assembly position, the mating part passes through the through hole. When the movable member moves from the assembly position to the fixed position, the mating part cooperates with the movable member to prevent the button from disengaging from the mounting hole in the second direction.

[0013] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, the mating part includes a first extension extending longitudinally from the pressing part and a second extension extending laterally from the first extension. A groove is formed between the second extension and the pressing part. When the movable part moves to the fixed position, the movable part is engaged in the groove.

[0014] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, the button further includes a protrusion extending from the pressing part, and the movable part further includes a button switch assembly, wherein the button switch assembly is accommodated in one of the through holes, and when the movable part moves to the assembly position, the protrusion abuts against the button switch assembly.

[0015] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, the button switch assembly includes an elastic cover and a button switch housed in the elastic cover, wherein the elastic cover abuts against the protrusion.

[0016] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, the surface of the movable part is also provided with a position mark, which is used to indicate whether the movable part has moved to the assembly position.

[0017] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, when the movable part moves to the assembly position, the position mark is flush with the edge of the mounting hole.

[0018] As an optional technical solution for the button assembly structure, when the movable part is in the assembly position, the position mark is exposed from the mounting hole; when the movable part is in the fixed position, the housing covers the position mark.

[0019] An aerosol generating device includes the aforementioned button assembly structure; wherein, the housing is provided with a receiving cavity and a heating element, the receiving cavity being used to receive the aerosol generating product, and the heating element being used to heat the aerosol generating product to generate aerosol.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0021] This button assembly structure achieves convenient installation and stable fixation of the button through the design of the receiving groove and the movable part in the housing. The cooperation between the movable part and the mounting hole allows the movable part to receive the button at the assembly position and fix it in the fixed position during movement, ensuring the stability of the button when it is moved onto the movable part. The design of the movable part and the button in cooperation also restricts the button's movement, preventing the button from falling out and helping to reduce scratches caused by the button to the surface of the movable part. This design ensures that the button can move relative to the movable part in the second direction while preventing the button from dislodging from the mounting hole in the second direction. This allows for quick installation and removal of the button from the housing, improving assembly efficiency and ensuring the stability and reliability of the button assembly structure. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the aerosol generating device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the button assembly structure provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the button assembly structure provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the button assembly structure provided in this embodiment of the present invention when the movable part is in the assembly position;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the button assembly structure provided in this embodiment of the utility model when the button is in the mounting hole.

[0027] In the picture:

[0028] X, first direction; Y, second direction;

[0029] 100. Outer casing; 101. Mounting hole; 102. Mounting slot;

[0030] 200. Button; 201. Mating part; 2011. First extension part; 2012. Second extension part; 202. Protrusion; 203. Pressing part; 204. Slot;

[0031] 300. Moving part; 301. Position indicator; 303. Pushbutton switch assembly; 3031. Spring cover; 3032. Pushbutton switch; 304. Through hole;

[0032] 400. Top cover assembly;

[0033] 500. Locking components. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0035] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The terms "first position" and "second position" refer to two different positions. Moreover, "above," "on top of," and "over" the first feature in relation to the second feature includes the first feature directly above and diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "under," and "below" the first feature in relation to the second feature includes the first feature directly below and diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0036] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0037] 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 are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0038] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, this embodiment provides a button assembly structure, including a button 200, a housing 100, and a movable member 300; the housing 100 has a receiving groove extending along a first direction X, and the groove wall has a through mounting hole 101; the movable member 300 is disposed in the receiving groove, and the movable member 300 can move relative to the housing 100 along the first direction X between an assembled position and a fixed position; wherein, when the movable member 300 is in the assembled position, the mounting hole 101 receives the button 200 in the second direction Y. Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, when the movable part 300 moves from the assembly position to the fixed position, the movable part 300 and the button 200 cooperate with each other to prevent the button 200 from disengaging from the mounting hole 101 along the second direction Y.

[0039] This button assembly structure, through the design of the receiving groove in the housing 100 and the movable part 300, achieves convenient installation and stable fixation of the button 200. The cooperation between the movable part 300 and the mounting hole 101 allows the movable part 300 to receive the button 200 at the assembly position and fix it in a fixed position during movement, ensuring the stability of the button 200 when it is movably positioned on the movable part 300. The design of the movable part 300 and the button 200 in mutual cooperation restricts the movement of the button 200, preventing it from falling off and reducing scratch damage to the surface of the movable part 300. This design ensures that the button 200 can move relative to the movable part 300 along the second direction Y, while preventing it from dislodging from the mounting hole 101 along the second direction Y. This enables quick installation and removal of the button 200 on the housing 100, improving assembly efficiency and ensuring the stability and reliability of the button assembly structure.

[0040] In this embodiment, when assembling the above-mentioned button assembly structure, the movable component 300 is first moved to the assembly position, then the button 200 is inserted into the mounting hole 101 along the second direction Y, so that the mounting hole 101 receives the button 200. Then, the movable component 300 is moved to a fixed position, so that the movable component 300 and the button 200 cooperate with each other. Finally, the upper cover assembly 400 is installed. Specifically, the movable component 300 includes a mechanism assembly, which may include a bracket and a main board mounted on the bracket. The main board is provided with a button switch 3032 that can be triggered by the button 200.

[0041] In this embodiment, the first direction X and the second direction Y are perpendicular to each other.

[0042] By defining the positional relationship between the first direction X and the second direction Y, button 200 gains greater flexibility and adjustability, enriching its movement modes, improving structural compactness and space utilization, and making the button assembly structure more rational. The vertical design helps to separate different functional areas, enhancing the functionality of the button assembly structure. These improvements simplify the assembly process, increase assembly efficiency, and help the button assembly structure adapt to different scenarios and usage needs.

[0043] For example, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the movable member 300 has at least one through hole 304 exposed in the mounting hole 101. The button 200 includes a pressing portion 203 and a mating portion 201 extending from the pressing portion 203. When the movable member 300 is in the assembled position, the mating portion 201 passes through the through hole 304. When the movable member 300 moves from the assembled position to the fixed position, the mating portion 201 and the movable member 300 cooperate with each other to prevent the button 200 from disengaging from the mounting hole 101 in the second direction Y.

[0044] By providing a through hole 304 in the movable part 300, the movable part 300 can mate with the mating part 201 on the button 200, allowing the button 200 to be securely mounted on the movable part 300, achieving precise assembly and stable fixation of the button 200. This structure not only facilitates operation but also improves the tightness of the fit between the button 200 and the movable part 300, ensuring the button 200 is prevented from detaching, guaranteeing the stability and reliability of the button 200 during pressing, enhancing the structural strength of the button assembly structure, and extending its service life.

[0045] Specifically, such as Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the mating part 201 includes a first extension 2011 extending longitudinally from the pressing part 203 and a second extension 2012 extending laterally from the first extension 2011. A groove 204 is formed between the second extension 2012 and the pressing part 203. When the movable member 300 moves to the fixed position, the movable member 300 can be engaged in the groove 204, thereby preventing the movable member 300 from disengaging from the mounting hole 101. This enhances the connection stability between the button 200 and the movable member 300, improves the fixing effect of the button 200, facilitates disassembly and maintenance, and improves the maintainability and ease of use of the button assembly structure.

[0046] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, the button 200 also includes a protrusion 202 extending from the pressing part 203, and the movable member 300 also includes a button switch assembly 303, in which the button switch assembly 303 is accommodated in a through hole 304. When the movable member 300 moves to the assembly position, the protrusion 202 abuts against the button switch assembly 303.

[0047] The engagement between the protrusion 202 and the push-button switch assembly 303 achieves contact, fulfilling the functional requirements of the button 200 and providing operational feedback. This ensures the normal operation of the push-button switch assembly 303, improving both product functionality and user comfort. The combined use of the protrusion 202 and the push-button switch assembly 303 enables precise triggering of the button 200's function, enhancing operational reliability. The design of the push-button switch assembly 303 makes the button 200 more sensitive, further improving the user experience.

[0048] Furthermore, the push-button switch assembly 303 includes an elastic cover 3031 and a push-button switch 3032 housed within the elastic cover 3031. The elastic cover 3031 abuts against the protrusion 202. When the user presses the pressing part 203 of the button 200, the pressing part 203 of the button 200 abuts against the elastic cover 3031 and applies a compressive force to the elastic cover 3031. The elastic cover 3031 further compresses the push-button switch 3032, thereby triggering the push-button switch 3032 and generating a corresponding trigger signal. When the user releases the pressure on the button 200, the elastic cover 3031 recovers its elastic deformation and resets under the action of the elastic restoring force, so as to accept the user's next press.

[0049] In this embodiment, the elastic cover 3031 can be made of any of the following materials: silicone, latex, or rubber, or the elastic cover 3031 can also be a spring sheet.

[0050] The elastic cover 3031 is made of silicone, which gives it excellent elasticity and durability, improves the lifespan and feel of the button 200, and helps to enhance the user experience.

[0051] In this embodiment, a position mark 301 is also provided on the surface of the movable part 300, which is used to indicate whether the movable part 300 has moved to the assembly position.

[0052] In this embodiment, when the movable part 300 moves along the first direction X until the position mark 301 is flush with the mounting hole 101, it means that the movable part 300 has been pushed to the assembly position. At this time, the button 200 can be placed into the mounting hole 101, and then the movable part 300 is pushed into place. At this time, the movable part 300 can be locked into the slot 204, thereby preventing the movable part 300 from coming out of the mounting hole 101.

[0053] By setting position markings 301 on the surface of the movable part 300, visual inspection is facilitated to determine position information. This design facilitates the positioning and assembly of the button assembly structure, improves the functionality and convenience of the button assembly structure, and enhances production efficiency and accuracy.

[0054] Position indicator 301 helps the operator determine whether the moving part 300 has reached the correct assembly position, facilitating correct operation. This improves the convenience and accuracy of assembly and reduces the difficulty of operation.

[0055] Furthermore, the location marker 301 is used for visual detection of location information. Specifically, the location marker 301 is a reflective patch, which is affixed to the surface of the movable part 300.

[0056] The use of reflective patches as location markers 301 improves their visibility, enabling rapid identification in both well-lit and dimly lit environments. Applying the reflective patches to the surface of the moving part 300 reduces the difficulty of setting up the location markers 301, facilitating subsequent operation and identification.

[0057] Furthermore, when the movable part 300 moves to the assembly position, the position mark 301 is flush with the edge of the mounting hole 101.

[0058] When the movable part 300 moves to the assembly position, the design of the position mark 301 being flush with the edge of the mounting hole 101 provides the operator with intuitive visual confirmation, making it easier to judge and align the button assembly structure during assembly, thus improving assembly accuracy. These improvements result in a cleaner and more aesthetically pleasing button assembly structure, enhancing appearance quality and user experience, and making the overall structure more aesthetically pleasing and harmonious.

[0059] The position indicator 301 is exposed from the mounting hole 101 or covered by the housing 100. The above design is flexible and can be displayed or hidden as needed, which is convenient for observation and inspection. This ensures that the moving part 300 can be accurately moved to the assembly position, guarantees the installation quality of the button 200, and improves the assembly efficiency of the button assembly structure.

[0060] In this embodiment, when the movable part 300 is in the assembled position, the position mark 301 is exposed from the mounting hole 101; when the movable part 300 is in the fixed position, the housing 100 covers the position mark 301.

[0061] When the movable part 300 is in different positions, the design of the exposed and obscured position mark 301 changes, providing the operator with status prompts during the operation process. This allows the operator to intuitively understand the position status of the movable part 300, making it easier for the operator to make judgments and operate, and improving the human-computer interaction and ease of operation of the product.

[0062] An embodiment of this application also provides an aerosol generating device, including the above-described button assembly structure; wherein, a receiving cavity and a heating element are provided inside the outer shell 100, the receiving cavity is used to receive the aerosol generating product, and the heating element is used to heat the aerosol generating product to generate aerosol, the aerosol generating product can be an atomizable liquid matrix or a solid matrix.

[0063] The liquid matrix may contain a liquid containing tobacco-based substances with volatile tobacco aroma components, or it may contain a liquid containing non-tobacco substances. The liquid matrix may contain water, pharmaceutical solutions, solvents, ethanol, plant extracts, fragrances, flavorings, or vitamin mixtures, etc. Fragrances may include areca nut extract, menthol, peppermint, spearmint oil, various fruit flavorings, etc., but are not limited to these. Flavorings may contain ingredients that can provide users with various fragrances or flavors. Vitamin mixtures may be mixtures containing at least one of vitamins A, B, C, and E, but are not limited to these. Based on the different properties of the liquid matrix, the aerosol generating device can be used in different fields, such as medical and electronic aerosol atomization.

[0064] When the aerosol generating product is a liquid matrix, the aerosol generating device also includes a liquid guiding component, and a heating element is combined with the liquid guiding component. The liquid matrix in the receiving cavity flows onto the liquid guiding component, and the liquid guiding component further transfers the liquid matrix to the heating element. The heating element heats and atomizes the liquid matrix to generate an aerosol.

[0065] The fluid guiding component can be made of any of the following porous materials: non-woven fabric, fiberglass rope, cotton fiber, porous ceramic or porous glass.

[0066] If the matrix is ​​solid, it may include one or more of the following: vanilla leaves, tobacco leaves, homogenized tobacco, expanded tobacco, powder, granules, fragments, strips, or flakes; or, the solid matrix may contain additional tobacco or non-tobacco volatile flavor compounds to be released when the matrix is ​​heated.

[0067] The heating element can be positioned around the periphery of the receiving cavity to transfer heat to the aerosol-generated product. The heating element can employ any of the following heating methods: resistance heating, electromagnetic induction heating, microwave heating, or infrared heating. Alternatively, the heating element can be positioned within the receiving cavity, allowing it to be inserted into the aerosol-generated product for heating when the solid aerosol-generated product is contained within it.

[0068] The aerosol generating device provided in this embodiment includes a top cover assembly 400, a locking member 500, and a button assembly structure. The top of the receiving groove is connected to a mounting groove 102. The top cover assembly 400 is detachably installed in the mounting groove 102 via the locking member 500 to close the opening of the receiving groove. Specifically, the locking member 500 is a locking bolt.

[0069] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A button assembly structure, characterized in that, include: Button (200); The outer casing (100) is provided with a receiving groove extending along a first direction (X), and the groove wall of the receiving groove has a through mounting hole (101). A movable component (300) is disposed in the receiving groove, and the movable component (300) is movable relative to the outer shell (100) along the first direction (X) between an assembled position and a fixed position; When the movable part (300) is in the assembled position, the mounting hole (101) receives the button (200) in the second direction (Y), and when the movable part (300) moves from the assembled position to the fixed position, the movable part (300) and the button (200) cooperate with each other to prevent the button (200) from disengaging from the mounting hole (101) in the second direction (Y).

2. The button assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first direction (X) is perpendicular to the second direction (Y).

3. The button assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The movable member (300) has at least one through hole (304) exposed in the mounting hole (101). The button (200) includes a pressing portion (203) and a mating portion (201) extending from the pressing portion (203). When the movable member (300) is in the assembled position, the mating portion (201) passes through the through hole (304). When the movable member (300) moves from the assembled position to the fixed position, the mating portion (201) cooperates with the movable member (300) to prevent the button (200) from disengaging from the mounting hole (101) in the second direction (Y).

4. The button assembly structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The mating part (201) includes a first extension (2011) extending longitudinally from the pressing part (203) and a second extension (2012) extending laterally from the first extension (2011). A groove (204) is formed between the second extension (2012) and the pressing part (203). When the movable member (300) moves to the fixed position, the movable member engages in the groove (204).

5. The button assembly structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The button (200) also includes a protrusion (202) extending from the pressing part (203), and the movable member (300) also includes a button switch assembly (303), in which the button switch assembly (303) is accommodated in one of the through holes (304). When the movable member (300) moves to the assembly position, the protrusion (202) abuts against the button switch assembly (303).

6. The button assembly structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The push button switch assembly (303) includes an elastic cover (3031) and a push button switch (3032) housed in the elastic cover (3031), the elastic cover (3031) abutting against the protrusion (202).

7. The button assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the movable part (300) is also provided with a position mark (301), which is used to indicate whether the movable part (300) has moved to the assembly position.

8. The button assembly structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, When the movable part (300) moves to the assembly position, the position mark (301) is flush with the edge of the mounting hole (101).

9. The button assembly structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, When the movable part (300) is in the assembled position, the position mark (301) is exposed from the mounting hole (101); when the movable part (300) is in the fixed position, the housing (100) covers the position mark (301).

10. An aerosol generating apparatus, characterized in that, include: The button assembly structure according to any one of claims 1-9; The outer shell (100) is provided with a receiving cavity and a heating element. The receiving cavity is used to receive the aerosol generating product, and the heating element is used to heat the aerosol generating product to generate aerosol.

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