Supporting type docking station

Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model provides a supporting type docking station. The supporting type docking station comprises a shell assembly and a supporting assembly, the bottom of the shell assembly is provided with a shell bottom face, the top of the shell assembly is provided with a supporting top face, and the supporting top face is used for supporting electronic equipment. The supporting assembly is movably arranged on the shell bottom face, the supporting assembly has a first state and a second state, and the supporting assembly can be switched between the first state and the second state through movement. When the supporting assembly is in at least one of the first state and the second state, the supporting assembly inclines relative to the shell bottom face, the shell assembly is supported by the supporting assembly, and the supporting top face inclines relative to the horizontal plane. The supporting type docking station provided by the embodiment of the utility model has a relatively good supporting effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic device accessories technology, and in particular to a support-type expansion dock. Background Technology

[0002] Laptops are now a common office device. Laptops generally come with some data interfaces, such as network cable interfaces and USB interfaces. However, due to size limitations, the number and types of these interfaces are relatively small. If users need to connect multiple devices at the same time, the laptop may not be able to meet their needs or may be very inconvenient to use. For this reason, some docking stations have appeared on the market. These docking stations are equipped with more data interfaces to expand the data interface functions of laptops.

[0003] However, the docking stations in related technologies have limited functionality, only providing data interfaces for expanding electronic devices. They do not support electronic devices and are very inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the main objective of the embodiments of this application is to provide a support-type expansion dock with a supporting effect.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0006] This application provides a support-type expansion dock, including:

[0007] A housing assembly having a bottom surface and a top surface for supporting an electronic device;

[0008] A support assembly is movably disposed on the bottom surface of the shell. The support assembly has a first state and a second state, and the support assembly can be moved to switch between the first state and the second state.

[0009] When the support component is in at least one of the first state and the second state, the support component is inclined relative to the bottom surface of the shell, the shell assembly is supported by the support component, and the top surface of the support is inclined relative to the horizontal plane.

[0010] In one embodiment, when the support component is in either the first state or the second state, the support component is tilted relative to the bottom surface of the shell, and the tilt angles between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane are different.

[0011] In one embodiment, the support assembly includes a first support member and a second support member that are movably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, respectively;

[0012] When the support assembly is in the first state, the housing assembly is supported by the first support member, and the tilt angle between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane is the first tilt angle.

[0013] When the support assembly is in the second state, the housing assembly is supported by the second support member, and the tilt angle between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane is the second tilt angle.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first support member and the second support member are rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, the first support member can be switched between a first storage position and a first support position by rotation, and the second support member can be switched between a second storage position and a second support position by rotation.

[0015] In one embodiment, the length of the first support member is less than the length of the second support member from one end connected to the bottom surface of the shell to the other end.

[0016] When the support component is in the first state, the first support member is located in the first support position, and the second support member is located in the second storage position;

[0017] When the support component is in the second state, the second support member is located in the second support position.

[0018] In one embodiment, the first support member has a first rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, and the second support member has a second rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, wherein the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft are coaxially arranged.

[0019] A portion of the second support member is hollowed out to form a clearance space. The clearance space extends toward the second rotation axis and its size is greater than or equal to the size of the first support member, so as to prevent the first support member from rotating.

[0020] In one embodiment, when the first support member is located in the first storage position and the second support member is located in the second storage position, the first support member is located in the clearance space.

[0021] In one embodiment, the support assembly further includes a damping shaft, and both the first support member and the second support member are rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell via the damping shaft.

[0022] In one embodiment, a portion of the bottom surface of the shell is recessed to form a storage groove, into which the support assembly can be movably stored; and / or,

[0023] At least a portion of the bottom surface of the shell is inclined relative to the top support surface, so that the top support surface is inclined relative to the horizontal plane as the shell assembly is supported by the bottom surface of the shell.

[0024] In one embodiment, when the support component is in either the first state or the second state, the angle between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 0° and less than or equal to 20°.

[0025] This application provides a support-type expansion dock, which includes a housing assembly and a support assembly. The housing assembly has a bottom surface and a top surface for supporting electronic devices. The support assembly is movably disposed on the bottom surface and has a first state and a second state, which can be switched between. When the support assembly is in at least one of the first and second states, it is tilted relative to the bottom surface, the housing assembly is supported by the support assembly, and the top surface is tilted relative to the horizontal plane. Therefore, on the one hand, the expansion dock has a top surface for placing electronic devices, enabling it to not only expand the data interface of electronic devices but also serve as a support alternative to a stand. On the other hand, the support assembly can tilt relative to the bottom surface to support the housing assembly, causing the top surface to tilt. This allows electronic devices placed on the top surface to tilt at a preset angle, facilitating user operation and significantly improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a support-type expansion dock according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Another structural diagram of a mid-supported expansion dock;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Another structural schematic diagram of a mid-supported expansion dock;

[0030] Figure 5 In another embodiment, a support-type expansion dock and Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure corresponding to point A in the middle;

[0031] Figure 6 In another embodiment, a support-type expansion dock and Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure corresponding to point A in the middle;

[0032] Figure 7 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of a mid-support type expansion dock, in which the second support component is located at the second support position;

[0033] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a support-type expansion dock according to another embodiment.

[0034] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0035] 10. Shell assembly; 10a. Shell bottom surface; 10b. Support top surface; 10c. Storage slot; 20. Support assembly;

[0036] 21. First support member; 22. Second support member; 22a. Clearance space; 23. Damping shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0037] In this application, the orientation or positional relationship of "top" and "bottom" is based on the appendix. Figure 4 The orientation or positional relationship shown is for illustrative purposes only and is 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. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0038] One embodiment of this application provides a support-type expansion dock; please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 8 The support-type expansion dock includes a shell assembly 10 and a support assembly 20.

[0039] The housing assembly 10 has a bottom surface 10a and a top surface 10b for supporting electronic devices.

[0040] The support component 20 is movably disposed on the bottom surface 10a of the shell. The support component 20 has a first state and a second state, and the support component 20 can be moved to switch between the first state and the second state.

[0041] When the support assembly 20 is in at least one of the first and second states, the support assembly 20 is inclined relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, the shell assembly 10 is supported by the support assembly 20, and the top surface 10b of the support is inclined relative to the horizontal plane.

[0042] Specifically, a support docking station refers to a device used to expand the interface functionality of electronic devices.

[0043] The support-type expansion dock can be used to expand the interfaces of electronic devices to add more functions. Furthermore, it can support electronic devices by placing them on the supporting top surface 10b of the dock.

[0044] There are no restrictions on the type of electronic device. For example, an electronic device could be a laptop computer.

[0045] The material of housing assembly 10 is not limited. For example, housing assembly 10 may be made of plastic. Or, housing assembly 10 may be made of metal.

[0046] The bottom surface 10a refers to the side of the support dock that faces the placement surface, such as the surface that contacts a desktop or other support surface.

[0047] The top support surface 10b is the support surface on the side of the support-type expansion dock away from the bottom surface 10a of the shell. It is used to place electronic equipment, so that the support-type expansion dock can also have a support effect.

[0048] The top and bottom of the housing assembly 10 are the top and bottom of the housing assembly 10 when the housing assembly 10 is in normal operating condition.

[0049] The support component 20 is disposed on the bottom side of the housing component 10 and is used to support the housing component 10 so that the support top surface 10b is tilted, thereby enabling the electronic device to form a certain tilt angle, such as enabling a laptop to form a certain tilt angle, so that the user will not feel tired when using the laptop for a long time, thereby improving the user experience.

[0050] The specific cooperation method between the support component 20 and the housing component 10 in the first and second states can be set according to the actual situation. However, the support component 20 needs to be able to support the support component 20 in at least one of the states so that the support top surface 10b is tilted.

[0051] For example, in the first state, the support component 20 is tilted relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell to support the shell assembly 10, thereby causing the top support surface 10b to be tilted relative to the horizontal plane. In the second state, the support component 20 is housed at the bottom of the shell assembly 10, and the shell assembly 10 is supported by contact between the bottom surface 10a of the shell and the tabletop.

[0052] For example, in the second state, the support component 20 is tilted relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell to support the shell assembly 10, thereby causing the top support surface 10b to be tilted relative to the horizontal plane. In the first state, the support component 20 is housed at the bottom of the shell assembly 10, and the shell assembly 10 is supported by contact between the bottom surface 10a of the shell and the table.

[0053] For example, when the support component 20 is in either the first state or the second state, the support component 20 is inclined relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, and the inclination angle between the top surface 10b of the support and the horizontal plane is different.

[0054] In other words, the support component 20 can be tilted relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell in both the first and second states, but the tilt angle of the top surface 10b can be different in different states. This allows for multiple levels of adjustment of the tilt of the top surface 10b, further enhancing the user experience.

[0055] The support component 20 is movable relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, thereby enabling switching between a first state and a second state.

[0056] The specific movement mode of the support component 20 is not limited, such as the support component 20 being able to rotate, slide, be detachable or other movement modes relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell.

[0057] When the support component 20 is tilted relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell to support the shell assembly 10, the specific tilt angle of the support component 20 relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell can be determined according to the actual situation.

[0058] For example, the angle formed between the support component 20 and the bottom surface 10a of the shell is a right angle or an obtuse angle, which can greatly improve the support stability of the support component 20.

[0059] The support-type expansion dock of this application embodiment includes a housing assembly 10 and a support assembly 20. The housing assembly 10 has a bottom surface 10a and a top surface 10b for supporting electronic devices. The support assembly 20 is movably disposed on the bottom surface 10a and has a first state and a second state, which can be switched between. When the support assembly 20 is in at least one of the first and second states, the support assembly 20 is inclined relative to the bottom surface 10a, the housing assembly 10 is supported by the support assembly 20, and the top surface 10b is inclined relative to the horizontal plane. Thus, on the one hand, the expansion dock has a top surface 10b for placing electronic devices, thereby enabling the support-type expansion dock to not only expand the data interface of electronic devices but also serve as a support alternative to a bracket. On the other hand, the support component 20 can support the housing component 10 by tilting relative to the bottom surface 10a of the housing, thereby tilting the top surface 10b of the support. This allows the electronic device placed on the top surface 10b of the support to tilt at a preset angle, making it easier for the user to operate the electronic device. This greatly improves the user experience.

[0060] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The support assembly 20 includes a first support member 21 and a second support member 22 that are movably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, respectively.

[0061] When the support assembly 20 is in the first state, the housing assembly 10 is supported on the table by the first support member 21, and the tilt angle between the top support surface 10b and the horizontal plane is the first tilt angle.

[0062] When the support assembly 20 is in the second state, the housing assembly 10 is supported on the table by the second support member 22, and the tilt angle between the top support surface 10b and the horizontal plane is the second tilt angle.

[0063] Specifically, the support assembly 20 includes two support members, namely the first support member 21 and the second support member 22.

[0064] The first support member 21 is movably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, and the second support member 22 is also movably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell. The way in which the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 are movably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell is not limited; they can be the same or different.

[0065] Therefore, by supporting the housing assembly 10 with different support members, the support assembly 20 can provide support for the housing assembly 10 in both the first and second states. At the same time, since the housing assembly 10 is supported by different support members in different states, the support top surface 10b can have different inclinations, thereby enabling multi-level adjustment of the inclination of the support top surface 10b.

[0066] It is understandable that the first tilt angle and the second tilt angle are not the same. Depending on the actual situation, either the first tilt angle or the second tilt angle may be larger.

[0067] In other embodiments, the support component 20 may also provide multi-state support through a single support member.

[0068] In one embodiment, the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 are rotatably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, respectively. The first support member 21 can be switched between a first storage position and a first support position by rotation, and the second support member 22 can be switched between a second storage position and a second support position by rotation. Thus, by coordinating the rotation of the first support member 21 and the second support member 22, the shell assembly 10 can be supported by the first support member 21 when the support assembly 20 is in the first state, and by the second support member 22 when the support assembly 20 is in the second state.

[0069] Specifically, the first storage position is the storage position where the first support member 21 is stored to the bottom surface 10a of the shell. When the first support member 21 is in the first storage position, the first support member 21 is in the storage state.

[0070] The second storage position is the storage position where the second support member 22 is stored to the bottom surface 10a of the shell. When the second support member 22 is in the second storage position, the second support member 22 is in the storage state.

[0071] The first support position is the support position in which the first support member 21 rotates to be inclined relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell so as to support the shell assembly 10.

[0072] The second support position is the support position where the second support member 22 rotates to be tilted relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell to support the shell assembly 10.

[0073] It should be noted that when the support component 20 is in the first state, the first support member 21 must be in the first support position. At this time, the specific position of the second support member 22 can be determined according to the actual situation.

[0074] When the support component 20 is in the second state, the second support component 22 will necessarily be in the second support position. At this time, the specific position of the first support component 21 can be determined according to the actual situation.

[0075] It should be noted that, at the first support position, the first support member 21 is inclined relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell so as to provide support for the shell assembly 10, and the top support surface 10b is inclined relative to the horizontal plane.

[0076] In the first storage position, the specific arrangement of the first support member 21 is not limited. For example, the first support member 21 can be parallel to the bottom surface 10a of the shell or it can be inclined, but its inclination angle is small. However, regardless of the arrangement of the first support member 21, in the first storage position, the first support member 21 does not provide support for the shell assembly 10.

[0077] Correspondingly, at the second support position, the second support member 22 is inclined relative to the bottom surface 10a of the shell so as to provide support for the shell assembly 10, such that the top support surface 10b is inclined relative to the horizontal plane.

[0078] In the second storage position, the specific arrangement of the second support member 22 is not limited. For example, the second support member 22 can be parallel to the bottom surface 10a of the shell or it can be inclined, but its inclination angle is small. However, regardless of the arrangement of the second support member 22, in the second storage position, the second support member 22 does not provide support for the shell assembly 10.

[0079] For example, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 5 and Figure 6From one end connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell to the other end, the length of the first support member 21 is less than the length of the second support member 22.

[0080] When the support assembly 20 is in the first state, the first support member 21 is in the first supporting position, and the second support member 22 is in the second storage position. This prevents the second support member 22 from interfering with the support of the first support member 21.

[0081] When the support component 20 is in the second state, the second support member 22 is located in the second support position.

[0082] Specifically, along the direction of rotation radius, the extension length of the first support member 21 is less than the extension length of the second support member 22.

[0083] It should be noted that, since the second support member 22 is longer, when the housing assembly 10 needs to be supported by the first support member 21, the second support member 22 needs to be rotated to the second storage position.

[0084] When the housing assembly 10 needs to be supported by the second support member 22, since the first support member 21 is shorter, the first support member 21 will not interfere with the support of the second support member 22. Therefore, the first support member 21 can be in the first support position or in the first storage position.

[0085] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The first support member 21 has a first rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell, and the second support member 22 has a second rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell. The first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft are coaxially arranged.

[0086] A portion of the second support member 22 is hollowed out to form a clearance space 22a. The clearance space 22a extends toward the second rotation axis, and its size is greater than or equal to that of the first support member 21, so as to prevent the first support member 21 from rotating. As a result, the overall size of the support assembly 20 can be reduced, while ensuring that there is no interference between the second support member 22 and the first support member 21.

[0087] Specifically, the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 rotate around the same axis of rotation. By creating an avoidance space 22a on the second support member 22, the first support member 21 can rotate through the avoidance space 22a during rotation to avoid interference from the second support member 22.

[0088] The clearance space 22a extends toward the second rotation axis, thereby enabling the first support member 21 to be better rotatably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell via the first rotation axis.

[0089] It should be noted that the size of the clearance space 22a can be larger than the size of the first support member 21, or it can be the same as the size of the first support member 21.

[0090] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 When the first support member 21 is in the first storage position and the second support member 22 is in the second storage position, the first support member 21 is located in the clearance space 22a. This allows the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 to be stored in the same location, thereby reducing the overall size of the support assembly 20.

[0091] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The support assembly 20 also includes a damping shaft 23. Both the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 are rotatably connected to the bottom surface 10a of the shell via the damping shaft 23. By setting the damping shaft 23, the damping shaft 23 can provide a certain damping force after the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 are rotated to the support position. This reduces the risk of the first support member 21 and the second support member 22 returning to the storage position and can greatly improve the support stability of the first support member 21 and the second support member 22.

[0092] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 and Figure 7 A portion of the bottom surface 10a of the shell is recessed to form a storage groove 10c, into which the support component 20 can be movably stored. Thus, when the support component 20 is in the stored state, the shell component 10 can contact the tabletop through the bottom surface 10a to achieve better support.

[0093] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 At least a portion of the bottom surface 10a of the shell is inclined relative to the top surface 10b of the support, so that the top surface 10b of the support is inclined relative to the horizontal plane during the process of the shell assembly 10 being supported by the bottom surface 10a of the shell.

[0094] It should be noted that either a portion of the bottom surface 10a of the shell may be inclined relative to the top supporting surface 10b, or the entire bottom surface 10a of the shell may be inclined relative to the top supporting surface 10b.

[0095] By tilting the bottom surface 10a and the top support surface 10b relative to each other, the top support surface 10b can be tilted when the housing assembly 10 is placed on a table, which makes it easier to place electronic devices for user use.

[0096] In one embodiment, when the support component 20 is in either the first state or the second state, the angle between the support top surface 10b and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 0° and less than or equal to 20°. This avoids the problem of the support top surface 10b being too tilted, which could cause the electronic device to be unstable when placed on the support top surface 10b.

[0097] In other words, regardless of whether it is the first state or the second state, the angle between the supporting top surface 10b and the horizontal plane is within the range of 0° to 20°. The specific tilt angle can be selected according to the actual situation. For example, 0°, 5°, 10°, 15°, or 20°.

[0098] In the description of this application, the references to terms such as "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in a specific embodiment," or "exemplary," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine the different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as the features of the different embodiments or examples.

[0099] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A support-type expansion dock, characterized in that, include: A housing assembly having a bottom surface and a top surface for supporting an electronic device; A support assembly is movably disposed on the bottom surface of the shell. The support assembly has a first state and a second state, and the support assembly can be moved to switch between the first state and the second state. When the support component is in at least one of the first state and the second state, the support component is inclined relative to the bottom surface of the shell, the shell assembly is supported by the support component, and the top surface of the support is inclined relative to the horizontal plane.

2. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the support component is in either the first state or the second state, the support component is tilted relative to the bottom surface of the shell, and the tilt angles between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane are different.

3. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support assembly includes a first support member and a second support member that are movably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, respectively. When the support assembly is in the first state, the housing assembly is supported by the first support member, and the tilt angle between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane is the first tilt angle. When the support assembly is in the second state, the housing assembly is supported by the second support member, and the tilt angle between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane is the second tilt angle.

4. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first support member and the second support member are rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell. The first support member can switch between a first storage position and a first support position by rotation, and the second support member can switch between a second storage position and a second support position by rotation.

5. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 4, characterized in that, From one end connected to the bottom surface of the shell to the other end, the length of the first support member is less than the length of the second support member; When the support component is in the first state, the first support member is located in the first support position, and the second support member is located in the second storage position; When the support component is in the second state, the second support member is located in the second support position.

6. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The first support member has a first rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, and the second support member has a second rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell, wherein the first rotating shaft and the second rotating shaft are coaxially arranged. A portion of the second support member is hollowed out to form a clearance space. The clearance space extends toward the second rotation axis and its size is greater than or equal to the size of the first support member, so as to prevent the first support member from rotating.

7. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 6, characterized in that, When the first support member is located in the first storage position and the second support member is located in the second storage position, the first support member is located in the clearance space.

8. The support-type expansion dock according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The support assembly further includes a damping shaft, and both the first support member and the second support member are rotatably connected to the bottom surface of the shell via the damping shaft.

9. The support-type expansion dock according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, A portion of the bottom surface of the shell is recessed to form a storage groove, and the support component can be movably stored into the storage groove; And / or, At least a portion of the bottom surface of the shell is inclined relative to the top support surface, so that the top support surface is inclined relative to the horizontal plane as the shell assembly is supported by the bottom surface of the shell.

10. The support-type expansion dock according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, When the support component is in either the first state or the second state, the angle between the top surface of the support and the horizontal plane is greater than or equal to 0° and less than or equal to 20°.

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