Robot and head module thereof

Abstract

The utility model provides a robot and a head module thereof, the head module comprises a shell assembly, the shell assembly comprises a shell and a first display screen, eye areas are formed in the shell, and the first display screen is arranged in the eye areas; the protection part is movably mounted on the shell; the driving unit is connected with the protection part and used for driving the protection part to move relative to the shell so that the protection part can open or shield the first display screen, that is, when the first display screen works, the protection part opens the first display screen, and when the first display screen does not work, the protection part shields the first display screen. On one hand, the situation that the first display screen is scaring and not attractive enough due to the black screen state is avoided, on the other hand, the first display screen can be protected, and the risk that the first display screen is damaged when not working is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of robotics technology, specifically to a robot and its head module. Background Technology

[0002] Since its inception, the robotics industry has been transforming from a narrow concept of robots to a broader concept of robotics technology, and from the industrial robot industry to the service robot industry. For example, desktop robots can communicate and interact with users through language and actions. In order to better demonstrate interactive functions, some desktop robots can also display images and play animations.

[0003] In existing technologies, these desktop robots typically use a first display screen installed at the robot's eye position to display images. The first display screen is lit up when working and black when not working. This black screen state makes the robot's eyes appear "empty-eyed," which is rather frightening and not aesthetically pleasing. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application mainly provides a robot and its head module, which can avoid the frightening and unsightly situation caused by the black screen state of the first display screen, and can protect the first display screen and avoid the risk of damage to the first display screen when it is not working.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, one technical solution adopted in this application is: to provide a head module for a robot, the head module including a shell assembly, including a shell and a first display screen, the shell forming an eye area, the first display screen being disposed in the eye area; a protective member, movably mounted on the shell; and a drive unit connected to the protective member, the drive unit being used to drive the protective member to move relative to the shell, so that the protective member opens or blocks the first display screen.

[0006] In one specific embodiment, the protective component is further provided with a second display screen.

[0007] In one specific embodiment, the driving unit includes a driving mechanism and a transmission component. The driving mechanism is connected to the transmission component to drive the transmission component to rotate. The transmission component is inserted into the protective component and is engaged with the protective component, so that the protective component is fixed relative to the transmission component in the rotation direction of the transmission component.

[0008] In one specific embodiment, one of the protective member and the transmission member is provided with a mounting hole and a first engaging portion disposed near the mounting hole. The other of the protective member and the transmission member is inserted into the mounting hole and is provided with a second engaging portion. The protective member and the transmission member are engaged by the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion.

[0009] In one specific embodiment, one of the protective member and the transmission member is provided with a snap-fit ​​hole, and the other of the protective member and the transmission member is provided with a snap-fit ​​part. The snap-fit ​​part is inserted into the snap-fit ​​hole so that the protective member and the transmission member are engaged through the snap-fit ​​part and the snap-fit ​​hole.

[0010] In one specific embodiment, the driving mechanism includes an electromagnetic induction coil and a magnetic component. The magnetic component is connected to the transmission component. The electromagnetic induction coil is used to generate magnetic force when energized, so that the magnetic force drives the magnetic component to move and drives the transmission component to rotate.

[0011] In one specific embodiment, the magnetic component includes a magnetic element and a steering element. The steering element is rotatably connected to both the transmission element and the magnetic element, such that when the magnetic force drives the magnetic element to move, the steering element rotates relative to both the transmission element and the magnetic element, thereby causing the transmission element to rotate.

[0012] In one specific embodiment, the driving mechanism further includes an elastic element that abuts against the electromagnetic induction coil and the magnetic component, respectively.

[0013] In one specific embodiment, the housing is provided with a first limiting part, and the protective member is provided with a second limiting part. The first limiting part and the second limiting part are configured to cooperate with each other, and when the protective member moves relative to the housing, the second limiting part moves along the extending direction of the first limiting part.

[0014] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, another technical solution adopted in this application is to provide a robot, which includes the head module.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: Unlike the prior art, the head module provided in this application includes a housing assembly, including a housing and a first display screen. The housing forms an eye area, and the first display screen is disposed in the eye area. A protective member is movably mounted on the housing. A driving unit is connected to the protective member, and the driving unit is used to drive the protective member to move relative to the housing, so that the protective member opens or blocks the first display screen. That is, when the first display screen is working, the protective member opens the first display screen, and when the first display screen is not working, the protective member blocks the first display screen. On the one hand, this avoids the frightening and unsightly situation caused by the black screen state of the first display screen. On the other hand, it can protect the first display screen and avoid the risk of damage to the first display screen when it is not working. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the robot's head module provided in this application;

[0018] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the mid-head module;

[0019] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the status of the first display screen when the middle protective component is open;

[0020] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the cross-section of the head module facing upwards from the front-end (FF).

[0021] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of one embodiment of part M;

[0022] Figure 6 yes Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of one embodiment of Part N;

[0023] Figure 7 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of another embodiment of part M;

[0024] Figure 8 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of another embodiment of part N;

[0025] Figure 9 yes Figure 2 An enlarged diagram of section K in the middle. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that the following embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and do not limit the scope of the application. Similarly, the following embodiments are only some, not all, embodiments of the present application, and all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0027] The terms "first," "second," and "third" in this application 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. Therefore, a feature defined as "first," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. All directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific orientation (as shown in the figures). If the specific orientation changes, the directional indications also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. A process, method, system, product, or device that includes a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or devices.

[0028] In this document, the term "implementation" means that a specific feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an implementation may be included in at least one implementation of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same implementation, nor is it a separate or alternative implementation mutually exclusive with other implementations. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the implementations described herein can be combined with other implementations.

[0029] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the robot head module 10 provided in this application. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The exploded view of the head module 10 in this embodiment shows that the head module 10 includes a housing assembly 11, a protective component 12, and a drive unit 13.

[0030] The housing assembly 11 includes a housing 111 and a first display screen 112. The housing 111 has an eye area, and the first display screen 112 is disposed in the eye area. In practical applications, the first display screen 112 can display images to communicate and interact with the user. When the first display screen 112 is working, it is in a bright state, and when the first display screen 112 is not working, it is in a black state.

[0031] Furthermore, the protective member 12 is movably mounted on the housing 111. In this embodiment, the protective member 12 is rotatably mounted on the housing 111. In other embodiments, the protective member 12 may also be mounted on the housing 111 in other ways, such as being slidably mounted on the housing 111.

[0032] The protective component 12 includes a protective body 121 and a connecting part 122. The protective body 121 is connected to the connecting part 122. The connecting part 122 is rotatably mounted on the housing 111. In this embodiment, there are two connecting parts 122, which are arranged opposite to each other.

[0033] Please refer to the following: Figure 3 and Figure 4 , Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the status of the middle protective component 12 when the first display screen 112 is open. Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the head module 10 in the FF direction is shown. The drive unit 13 is connected to the protective member 12. The drive unit 13 is used to drive the protective member 12 to move relative to the housing 111. In this embodiment, that is, the drive unit 13 is used to drive the protective member 12 relative to the housing 111 to move as shown. Figure 3 As shown, A1 is rotated upwards so that the protective element 12 is as... Figure 3 As shown, the first display screen 112 is opened, or the protective member 12 is positioned relative to the housing 111 as follows: Figure 3 As shown, A2 is rotated upwards so that the protective element 12 is as... Figure 1 The protective component 12 covers the first display screen 112. When the first display screen 112 is working, the protective component 12 opens the first display screen 112. When the first display screen 112 is not working, the protective component 12 covers the first display screen 112. On the one hand, this avoids the frightening and unsightly situation caused by the black screen state of the first display screen 112. On the other hand, it can protect the first display screen 112 and avoid the risk of damage when the first display screen 112 is not working.

[0034] The protective component 12 is detachably connected to the drive unit 13, which improves the convenience of installing and removing the protective component 12, and also improves the convenience of replacing the protective component 12 when it needs to be replaced.

[0035] Further reading Figure 2 and Figure 4 The drive unit 13 includes a drive mechanism 131 and a transmission component 132. The drive mechanism 131 is connected to the transmission component 132 to drive the transmission component 132 to rotate. The transmission component 132 is inserted into the protective component 12 and is engaged with the protective component 12, so that the protective component 12 is relatively fixed to the transmission component 132 in the rotation direction of the transmission component 132. That is, in this embodiment, by inserting the transmission component 132 into the protective component 12, the protective component 12 is detachably connected to the transmission component 132 in the axial direction of the rotation of the transmission component 132. By engaging the transmission component 132 with the protective component 12, the protective component 12 is relatively fixed to the transmission component 132 in the rotation direction of the transmission component 132. Thus, when the drive unit 13 drives the transmission component 132 to rotate, the transmission component 132 drives the protective component 12 to rotate relative to the housing 111.

[0036] Please refer to the following: Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 , Figure 5 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of one embodiment of part M. Figure 6 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of one embodiment of part N. Figure 7 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of another embodiment of part M. Figure 8 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of another embodiment of part N.

[0037] In such Figure 5 and Figure 6 In one embodiment shown, one of the protective member 12 and the transmission member 132 is provided with a mounting hole 101 and a first engaging portion 12a provided near the mounting hole 101. The other of the protective member 12 and the transmission member 132 is inserted into the mounting hole 101 and is provided with a second engaging portion 12b. The protective member 12 and the transmission member 132 are engaged by the first engaging portion 12a and the second engaging portion 12b.

[0038] For example, taking the connecting part 122 of the protective member 12 as having a mounting hole 101, a first engaging part 12a as an engaging groove, and a second engaging part 12b as an engaging protrusion, during installation, the transmission member 132 is inserted into the mounting hole 101, and at the same time, the engaging protrusion of the second engaging part 12b is also inserted into the engaging groove of the first engaging part 12a, so that the two are engaged. When disassembly is required, the protective member 12 is pulled out, so that the transmission member 132 is pulled out from the mounting hole 101, and at the same time, the engaging protrusion of the second engaging part 12b is also pulled out from the engaging groove of the first engaging part 12a, thus completing the disassembly.

[0039] In such Figure 7 and Figure 8 In another embodiment shown, one of the protective member 12 and the transmission member 132 is provided with a snap-fit ​​hole 102, and the other of the protective member 12 and the transmission member 132 is provided with a snap-fit ​​part 13a. The snap-fit ​​part 13a is inserted into the snap-fit ​​hole 102 so that the protective member 12 and the transmission member 132 are engaged through the snap-fit ​​part 13a and the snap-fit ​​hole 102.

[0040] Understandable. Figure 7 and Figure 8 The rectangular shape of the snap-fit ​​hole 102 and snap-fit ​​part 13a is just an example. In other embodiments, the snap-fit ​​hole 102 and snap-fit ​​part 13a may also be in other shapes, such as triangle, parallelogram, pentagon, etc.

[0041] Further reading Figure 1 In this embodiment, the protective component 12 is also provided with a second display screen 120. In practical applications, the second display screen 120 can be used independently of the first display screen 112, or the two can be used together. For example, the first display screen 112 can be used to transmit the facial expressions of the head module 10, and the second display screen 120 can transmit images, text and other information for user interaction.

[0042] Further reading Figure 2 and Figure 4 The drive mechanism 131 includes an electromagnetic induction coil 131a and a magnetic component 131b. The magnetic component 131b is connected to the transmission component 132. The electromagnetic induction coil 131a is used to generate magnetic force when energized, so that the magnetic force drives the magnetic component 131b to move and drives the transmission component 132 to rotate.

[0043] The magnetic component 131b includes a magnetic element 1311 and a steering element 1312. The steering element 1312 is rotatably connected to the transmission element 132 and the magnetic element 1311, respectively, so that when the magnetic element 1311 is driven to move by magnetic force, the steering element 1312 rotates relative to the transmission element 132 and the magnetic element 1311, and drives the transmission element 132 to rotate.

[0044] Furthermore, the drive mechanism 131 also includes an elastic element 131c, which abuts against the electromagnetic induction coil 131a and the magnetic component 131b respectively. In this embodiment, the elastic element 131c abuts against the electromagnetic induction coil 131a and the magnetic component 1311 respectively.

[0045] Specifically, when the electromagnetic induction coil 131a is energized, it generates a magnetic force, which attracts the magnetic component 1311, causing the magnetic component 1311 to move as shown in the image. Figure 4 As shown, B1 moves upward, and at the same time, the magnetic component 1311 pulls the steering component 1312 to move upward on B1 and rotate relative to the magnetic component 1311, thereby driving the transmission component 132 to move as shown. Figure 4 As shown, A1 rotates upward relative to the housing 111 and opens the first display screen 112. During the upward movement of B1, as the magnetic force generated by the electromagnetic induction coil 131a attracts the magnetic component 1311, the magnetic component 1311 compresses the elastic component 131c, causing the elastic component 131c to generate elastic force. Therefore, when the electromagnetic induction coil 131a is de-energized, the magnetic force disappears. At this time, under the elastic force of the elastic component 131c, the magnetic component 1311 moves upward as shown... Figure 4 As shown, B2 moves upward and drives the transmission component 132 via the steering component 1312. Figure 4 As shown, A2 rotates upward relative to the housing 111, thereby blocking the first display screen 112.

[0046] Please refer to the following: Figure 5 and Figure 9 , Figure 9 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of part K shows that the housing 111 is provided with a first limiting part 11a and the protective member 12 is provided with a second limiting part 12c. The first limiting part 11a and the second limiting part 12c are configured to cooperate with each other, and when the protective member 12 moves relative to the housing 111, the second limiting part 12c moves along the extension direction of the first limiting part 11a.

[0047] For example, in this embodiment, the first limiting part 11a is a limiting groove, and the second limiting part 12c is a limiting protrusion. The limiting protrusion is accommodated in the limiting groove. When the protective member 12 moves relative to the housing 111, the limiting protrusion moves along the extension direction of the limiting groove. With this arrangement, on the one hand, a limited range is provided for the movement of the protective member 12. On the other hand, when the protective member 12 is installed with the drive unit 13, it plays a foolproof role, enabling quick installation and disassembly of the protective member 12. For example, if the limiting protrusion is not aligned with the limiting groove during installation, the protective member 12 cannot be installed in place and therefore cannot be plugged into the drive unit 13.

[0048] This application also provides a robot that includes the head module 10 described in the above embodiments.

[0049] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: Unlike the prior art, the head module provided in this application includes a housing assembly, including a housing and a first display screen. The housing forms an eye area, and the first display screen is disposed in the eye area. A protective member is movably mounted on the housing. A driving unit is connected to the protective member, and the driving unit is used to drive the protective member to move relative to the housing, so that the protective member opens or blocks the first display screen. That is, when the first display screen is working, the protective member opens the first display screen, and when the first display screen is not working, the protective member blocks the first display screen. On the one hand, this avoids the frightening and unsightly situation caused by the black screen state of the first display screen. On the other hand, it can protect the first display screen and avoid the risk of damage to the first display screen when it is not working.

[0050] The above description is only a partial embodiment of this application and does not limit the scope of protection of this application. Any equivalent device or equivalent process transformation made based on the content of this application specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, are similarly included within the scope of patent protection of this application.

Claims

1. A head module for a robot, characterized in that, The head module includes: A housing assembly includes a housing and a first display screen, wherein the housing forms an eye area and the first display screen is disposed in the eye area; The protective component is movably mounted on the housing. A drive unit, connected to the protective member, is used to drive the protective member to move relative to the housing, so that the protective member opens or blocks the first display screen.

2. The head module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective component is also equipped with a second display screen.

3. The head module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive unit includes a drive mechanism and a transmission component. The drive mechanism is connected to the transmission component to drive the transmission component to rotate. The transmission component is inserted into the protective component and is engaged with the protective component so that the protective component is fixed relative to the transmission component in the rotation direction of the transmission component.

4. The head module according to claim 3, characterized in that, One of the protective component and the transmission component is provided with a mounting hole and a first engaging portion disposed near the mounting hole. The other of the protective component and the transmission component is inserted into the mounting hole and is provided with a second engaging portion. The protective component and the transmission component are engaged by the first engaging portion and the second engaging portion.

5. The head module according to claim 3, characterized in that, One of the protective component and the transmission component is provided with a snap-fit ​​hole, and the other of the protective component and the transmission component is provided with a snap-fit ​​part. The snap-fit ​​part is inserted into the snap-fit ​​hole so that the protective component and the transmission component are engaged through the snap-fit ​​part and the snap-fit ​​hole.

6. The head module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The driving mechanism includes an electromagnetic induction coil and a magnetic component. The magnetic component is connected to the transmission component. The electromagnetic induction coil is used to generate magnetic force when energized, so that the magnetic force drives the magnetic component to move and drives the transmission component to rotate.

7. The head module according to claim 6, characterized in that, The magnetic component includes a magnetic element and a steering element. The steering element is rotatably connected to the transmission element and the magnetic element, respectively, so that when the magnetic force drives the magnetic element to move, the steering element rotates relative to the transmission element and the magnetic element, thereby driving the transmission element to rotate.

8. The head module according to claim 6, characterized in that, The driving mechanism also includes an elastic element, which abuts against the electromagnetic induction coil and the magnetic component respectively.

9. The head module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a first limiting part, and the protective member is provided with a second limiting part. The first limiting part and the second limiting part are configured to cooperate with each other, and when the protective member moves relative to the housing, the second limiting part moves along the extending direction of the first limiting part.

10. A robot, characterized in that, The robot includes the head module as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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