Length-adjustable head particle structure, watchband and watch

By designing an adjustable end piece structure, the problem of cumbersome adjustment of traditional watch straps is solved, enabling convenient adjustment of the strap length, improving wearing comfort and convenience, and making it suitable for a variety of smart wearable devices.

CN223541502UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14GUANGDONG XIAOTIANCAI TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520078488.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-14
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-14

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional watch strap length adjustment is cumbersome and inconvenient, affecting the user's wearing experience. In particular, buckle-type watch straps need to be disassembled and reassembled, and detachable chain watch straps require additional accessories to be purchased or links to be removed for adjustment.

Method used

Design an adjustable end-link structure, including a first end-link, a second end-link, and a button. Through the cooperation of a locking component and a limiting component, the length of the watch strap can be automatically adjusted within a small range. It is suitable for traditional chain and soft rubber watch straps.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient adjustment of the strap length within a small range, improving wearing comfort and ease of operation, and is suitable for a variety of smart wearable devices.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a length-adjustable head particle structure, a watchband and a watch, and the structure comprises a first head particle, one end of which is provided with a slot, and the slot is internally provided with a limiting part; the second head particle is arranged in the slot and can move along the length direction of the first head particle; the key is connected to the second head particle in a springback mode and can move in the height direction of the second head particle, the key is provided with a locking piece, and part of the locking piece extends into the inserting groove; when the second head particle moves to a first position in the direction away from the first head particle, the locking piece is connected with the limiting part in a matched mode. When the key is pressed in the direction close to the first head particle, the locking piece is separated from the limiting part, and the second head particle moves to a second position in the direction close to the first head particle. According to the utility model, the length of the watchband can be adjusted in a small range so as to obtain better wearing experience and a comfortable wearing effect.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of wearable device technology, and further to an adjustable length headstock structure, a watch strap, and a watch. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of technology, various smart wearable devices are permeating all aspects of people's lives, bringing tremendous changes to their daily experiences. Wearable devices are not merely hardware devices; they achieve their powerful functions through software support, data interaction, and cloud interaction. Their applications are very broad, including healthcare, fitness, and communication. For example, watches are no longer limited to simply telling time. By embedding intelligent hardware and running a smartphone operating system connected to the network, they can perform various functions such as making calls, sending text messages, emails, viewing photos, and listening to music and videos. Smartwatches are an extension and expansion of smartphone functions, bringing great convenience to people's daily lives.

[0003] When wearing a smartwatch, the case should fit snugly against the wrist for a secure fit and improved wearing experience. However, traditional watch straps are generally divided into buckle straps and separate chain straps. Buckle straps require disassembly and reassembly for each length adjustment, which is cumbersome and results in a poor user experience. Separate chain straps, on the other hand, have fixed-length individual links, requiring users to purchase additional parts or remove excess links for adjustment. This process is complex and may not always achieve the desired length, impacting the performance of the smartwatch.

[0004] Therefore, the inventors hope to solve the technical problem of how to further adjust the length of the watch strap within a small range without affecting the original adjustment method, so as to obtain a watch strap with a better wearing experience and a comfortable wearing effect. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned technical problems, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an adjustable end piece structure, watch strap, and watch that can adjust the length of the watch strap within a small range to achieve a better wearing experience and a comfortable wearing effect.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a length-adjustable headstock structure, comprising:

[0007] The first head piece has a slot at one end, and a limiting part is provided in the slot;

[0008] The second head piece is disposed in the slot and is movable along the length direction of the first head piece;

[0009] A button is spring-loaded onto the second head piece and can move along the height direction of the second head piece. The button is provided with a locking member, the locking member extending into the slot.

[0010] When the second head piece moves to the first position in a direction away from the first head piece, the locking member is adapted to the limiting part, and the first head piece and the second head piece remain relatively fixed.

[0011] Press the button toward the first head piece, the locking member separates from the limiting part, and the second head piece moves toward the first head piece to the second position.

[0012] In some embodiments, a button groove is provided on the side of the second headpiece away from the first headpiece;

[0013] The button includes a pressing section, a connecting section, a locking member, and a first elastic member. The pressing section is fixed to one end of the connecting section, and the connecting section is adapted to be disposed in the button slot. The pressing section extends out of the button slot by a preset height. The locking member is fixed to the end of the connecting section away from the pressing section, and the locking member partially extends into the slot. The first elastic member is disposed on the side of the connecting section away from the pressing section. One end of the first elastic member is connected to the connecting section, and the other end is connected to the bottom of the button slot. The first elastic member is used to provide a driving force for the button to move away from the second tip.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first elastic element includes at least two first springs, at least two spring posts are provided on the side of the connecting section away from the pressing section, at least two spring slots are provided at the bottom of the button slot, and one end of each first spring is adapted to be fitted onto the spring post, and the other end is adapted to be inserted into the corresponding spring slot.

[0015] A button cover is provided on the button slot. The button cover is fixedly or detachably disposed on the side of the button slot away from the first head piece. The button cover is provided with a button hole. The pressing section passes through the button hole, and the connecting section rests on the button cover.

[0016] In some embodiments, the locking member includes an extension section and a hook, the extension section being fixedly connected to the connecting section, the end of the extension section away from the connecting section being fixedly connected to the hook, and the hook extending into the slot and hooking onto the limiting beam of the limiting portion.

[0017] In some embodiments, the first head piece is provided with a first retaining groove, which is located on the inner side of the slot near the slot opening;

[0018] The second end piece is provided with a second retaining groove, which is located at one end of the second end piece near the first end piece;

[0019] A second elastic element is provided between the first and second grooves, and the second elastic element is used to provide a driving force for the second head to move toward the first head.

[0020] In some embodiments, two first retaining grooves are provided, and the two first retaining grooves are respectively provided on both sides of the slot near the slot opening;

[0021] There are two second baffles, which are respectively located on both sides of the second head piece near the end of the first head piece;

[0022] The second elastic element includes two second springs, one end of each second spring is inserted into the first stop groove, and the other end is inserted into the second stop groove on the corresponding side.

[0023] In some embodiments, the limiting part includes a limiting beam and two spaced-apart limiting bars, the bottoms of the two limiting bars are fixed to the bottom of the slot, a sliding groove is formed between the two limiting bars, and the two ends of the limiting beam are fixed to the top of one end of the two limiting bars.

[0024] When the second head is in the first position, the latch of the locking member is adapted to the limiting beam. When the button is pressed towards the first head, the latch of the locking member separates from the limiting beam, allowing the latch to move in the slide.

[0025] In some embodiments, the first head link is provided with a first connecting part, which is located at the end of the first head link away from the slot, and the first connecting part is used to connect with the watch body, watch strap or watch link.

[0026] The second endpiece is provided with a second connecting part, which is located at the end of the second endpiece away from the first endpiece. The second connecting part is used to connect with the watch body, watch strap or watch beads.

[0027] The bottom of the slot is provided with a slot bottom plate, which is fixedly or detachably connected to the first head piece. The slot bottom plate is provided with a clearance groove, through which the pressing section of the button passes and can move within the clearance groove with the second head piece.

[0028] According to another aspect of the present invention, the present invention further provides a watch strap, including the length-adjustable end link structure described in any one of the above, and further including:

[0029] Multiple surface particles are connected in sequence, and the second head particle is connected to the first surface particle;

[0030] Alternatively, a soft adhesive tape, wherein the second end piece is connected to the end of the soft adhesive tape.

[0031] According to another aspect of the present invention, the present invention further provides a watch, including the watch strap described above, and also including a watch body, the watch body being connected to the first head link.

[0032] Compared with the prior art, the adjustable end link structure, watch strap, and watch provided by this utility model have the following advantages:

[0033] The adjustable end link structure provided by this utility model is novel and ingenious. It can further realize automatic adjustment of the watch strap length within a small range without affecting the original adjustment method, thus achieving a better wearing experience and a more comfortable wearing effect. It also has the advantages of easy disassembly and assembly, convenient adjustment, and compatibility with traditional chain straps and soft rubber straps. Attached Figure Description

[0034] The preferred embodiments will be described below in a clear and easy-to-understand manner, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, to further explain the above-mentioned characteristics, technical features, advantages and implementation methods of this utility model.

[0035] Figure 1 This is a front view of the preferred embodiment of the adjustable headstock structure of this utility model;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of the adjustable head piece structure according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the length-adjustable headstock structure of a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0038] Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of the first head particle according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second tip and the button in a preferred embodiment of this utility model;

[0040] Figure 6 This is an exploded structural diagram of the second tip and button in a preferred embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second head piece in a preferred embodiment of this utility model.

[0042] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0043] First headstock 1, slot 11, limiting part 12, limiting crossbeam 121, limiting stop bar 122, slide groove 123, first stop groove 13, first connecting part 14, groove bottom plate 15, clearance groove 151, second headstock 2, button groove 21, spring groove 211, button cover plate 22, button hole 221, second stop groove 23, second elastic element 24, second connecting part 25, button 3, pressing section 31, connecting section 32, locking element 33, extension section 331, hook 332, first elastic element 34, spring post 35. Detailed Implementation

[0044] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the specific implementation methods of this utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings and other implementation methods can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0045] To keep the drawings concise, each figure only schematically shows the parts relevant to the utility model, and these do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, for ease of understanding, in some figures, only one of the components with the same structure or function is schematically depicted, or only one is labeled. In this document, "one" not only means "only one," but can also mean "more than one."

[0046] It should also be further understood that the term “and / or” as used in this application specification and the appended claims means any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0047] In this document, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between 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.

[0048] Furthermore, in the description of this application, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0049] In one embodiment, refer to the appendix to the specification. Figures 1 to 3The present invention provides an adjustable length head structure, comprising: a first head 1, a second head 2, and a button 3. One end of the first head 1 is provided with a slot 11, and a limiting part 12 is provided within the slot 11. The second head 2 is disposed within the slot 11 and is movable along the length direction of the first head 1. The button 3 is spring-loaded onto the second head 2 and is movable along the height direction of the second head 2. The button 3 is provided with a locking member 33, part of which extends into the slot 11. When the second head 2 moves away from the first head 1 to a first position, the locking member 33 is adapted to and connected with the limiting part 12, and the first head 1 and the second head 2 remain relatively fixed. When the button 3 is pressed towards the first head 1, the locking member 33 separates from the limiting part 12, and the second head 2 moves towards the first head 1 to a second position.

[0050] In this embodiment, the second end piece 2 is slidably disposed in the slot 11 of the first end piece 1. When the second end piece 2 moves away from the first end piece 1 to the farthest distance, that is, when the second end piece 2 is at its maximum extension position, the locking member 33 of the button 3 and the limiting part 12 on the first end piece 1 are locked. The first end piece 1 and the second end piece 2 remain relatively fixed. This state makes it convenient for the user to wear or remove the watch. When the button 3 is pressed towards the first end piece 1, the locking member 33 and the limiting part 12 are released from the locked state, and the second end piece 2 moves towards the first end piece 1 until it reaches the closest distance. At this time, the second end piece 2 and the first end piece 1 are in a free sliding state, and the length of the watch strap can be freely adjusted according to the thickness of the user's arm.

[0051] The novel and ingenious structure of this adjustable end link allows for automatic adjustment of the strap length within a small range without affecting the original strap adjustment method. This results in a better wearing experience and a more comfortable wearing effect. It also has the advantages of easy disassembly and assembly, convenient adjustment, and compatibility with traditional chain straps and soft rubber straps.

[0052] In one embodiment, refer to the appendix to the specification. Figures 4 to 7 The second end piece 2 has a button groove 21 on the side away from the first end piece 1. The button 3 includes a pressing section 31, a connecting section 32, a locking member 33, and a first elastic member 34. The pressing section 31 is fixed to one end of the connecting section 32, which is adapted to be disposed in the button groove 21. The pressing section 31 extends out of the button groove 21 at a preset height. The locking member 33 is fixed to the end of the connecting section 32 away from the pressing section 31, and part of the locking member 33 extends into the slot 11. The first elastic member 34 is disposed on the side of the connecting section 32 away from the pressing section 31. One end of the first elastic member 34 is connected to the connecting section 32, and the other end is connected to the bottom of the button groove 21. The first elastic member 34 is used to provide a driving force for the button 3 to move away from the second end piece 2. The first elastic member 34 can be a spring, an elastic column, etc.

[0053] In this embodiment, by placing button 3 on the back side of the headpiece structure, that is, the side that contacts the wearer's arm, button 3 is hidden when worn, without affecting the overall appearance of the watch. Since the pressing section 31 of button 3 protrudes from the button groove 21, when button 3 needs to be pressed, simply press the watch body towards the arm. Of course, for wearing comfort, the end of button 3 that fits against the arm adopts a smooth curved surface structure, or a flexible pad or other structure can be provided at the end of button 3, improving wearing comfort without affecting the pressing of button 3.

[0054] In one embodiment, refer to the appendix to the specification. Figures 4 to 7 The first elastic element 34 includes at least two first springs. At least two spring posts 35 are provided on the side of the connecting section 32 away from the pressing section 31. At least two spring grooves 211 are provided at the bottom of the button groove 21. One end of each first spring is adapted to be fitted onto the spring post 34, and the other end is adapted to be inserted into the corresponding spring groove 211. A button cover plate 22 is provided on the button groove 21. The button cover plate 22 is fixed to the side of the button groove 21 away from the first tip 1 by adhesive dispensing. The button cover plate 22 has a button hole 221 through which the pressing section 31 passes, and the connecting section 32 rests against the button cover plate 22. By setting a double-spring structure, the extension and retraction of the button 3 is smoother and more stable.

[0055] The locking member 33 includes an extension section 331 and a hook 332. The extension section 331 is fixedly connected to the connecting section 32. The end of the extension section 331 away from the connecting section 32 is fixedly connected to the hook 332. The hook 332 extends into the slot 11 and hooks onto the limiting beam 121 of the limiting part 12.

[0056] The limiting part 12 includes a limiting beam 121 and two spaced-apart limiting bars 122. The bottoms of the two limiting bars 122 are fixed to the bottom of the slot 11, and a sliding groove 123 is formed between the two limiting bars 122. The two ends of the limiting beam 121 are fixed to the top of one end of the two limiting bars 122. When the second head piece 2 is in the first position, the hook 332 of the locking member 33 is adapted to connect with the limiting beam 121. When the button 3 is pressed towards the first head piece 1, the hook 332 of the locking member 33 separates from the limiting beam 121, allowing the hook 332 to move in the sliding groove 123. At this time, the hook 332 and the two limiting bars 122 form a guide structure for the reciprocating movement of the second head piece 2, providing a guiding function.

[0057] It should be noted that the specific structure of button 3 and limiting part 12 is described with reference to the accompanying drawings in the specification. In actual use, the structure of button 3 and limiting part 12 can be set according to actual needs. This is only for better explanation of the present utility model and should not constitute a limitation on the present utility model.

[0058] In one embodiment, refer to the appendix to the specification. Figures 4 to 7 The first end piece 1 is provided with a first retaining groove 13, which is located on the inner side of the slot 11 near the opening. The second end piece 2 is provided with a second retaining groove 23, which is located at one end of the second end piece 2 near the first end piece 2. A second elastic member 24 is provided between the first retaining groove 13 and the second retaining groove 23. The second elastic member 24 is used to provide a driving force for the second end piece 2 to move towards the first end piece 1. The second elastic member 24 can be a spring, an elastic column, etc. The first retaining groove 13 and the second retaining groove 23 are structures used to limit and fix the second elastic member 24. The specific structure can be set according to the specific structure of the second elastic member 24.

[0059] Specifically, two first retaining grooves 13 are provided, one on each side of the slot 11 near the opening; two second retaining grooves 23 are provided, one on each side of the second end piece 2 near the end of the first end piece 1. The second elastic element 24 includes two second springs, one end of each second spring inserted into the first retaining groove 13 and the other end inserted into the corresponding second retaining groove 23. By providing a double-spring structure, the extension and retraction of the second end piece 2 is made smoother and more stable.

[0060] Furthermore, the first end link 1 is provided with a first connecting part 14, which is located at the end of the first end link 1 away from the slot 11. The first connecting part 14 is used to connect with the watch body, watch strap, or watch links. The second end link 2 is provided with a second connecting part 25, which is located at the end of the second end link 2 away from the first end link 1. The second connecting part 25 is used to connect with the watch body, watch strap, or watch links. The bottom of the slot 11 is provided with a slot base plate 15, which can be fixedly connected to the first end link 1 by adhesive application. The slot base plate 15 is provided with a clearance groove 151, through which the pressing section 31 of the button 3 passes and can move within the clearance groove 151 with the second end link 2.

[0061] According to another aspect of the present invention, the present invention further provides a watch strap, including the length-adjustable end link structure described in any one of the above, and further including:

[0062] Multiple watch links are connected in sequence, with the second watch link 2 connected to the first watch link to form a chain-like watch strap. It can be used in wearable devices such as mechanical watches, electronic watches, smart watches, and smart bracelets.

[0063] Alternatively, a soft rubber strip, wherein the second end piece is connected to the end of the soft rubber strip to form a soft rubber watch strap, which can be applied to wearable devices such as mechanical watches, electronic watches, smart watches, and smart bracelets.

[0064] In the field of watch straps, the connection between the end links and the soft rubber strap is a common technique used in the field, which is to fix them by means of spring bars or the like. The installation through holes are shown in the figure. They can also be set according to common knowledge in the field, so they will not be described in detail here.

[0065] According to another aspect of the present invention, the present invention further provides a watch, including the watch strap described above, and also including a watch body, the watch body being connected to the first end link 1.

[0066] In this invention, the product is easy to assemble and can be adjusted after wearing. Simply pull the second end piece 2 and press the button 3 to retract it. The operation is convenient and the interactivity is better. The brand-new strap adjustment mechanism optimizes the adjustment operation feel and improves convenience.

[0067] In the watch industry, the use of interlocking links and spring bars to fix the watch body is a common technique. The installation through-hole is shown in the figure, but it can also be set according to common knowledge in the field, so it will not be described in detail here.

[0068] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts that are not described in detail or recorded in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0069] It should be noted that the above embodiments can be freely combined as needed. The above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model. It should be pointed out that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this utility model, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A length-adjustable headstock structure, characterized in that, include: The first head piece has a slot at one end, and a limiting part is provided in the slot; The second head piece is disposed in the slot and is movable along the length direction of the first head piece; A button is spring-loaded onto the second head piece and can move along the height direction of the second head piece. The button is provided with a locking member, the locking member extending into the slot. When the second head piece moves to the first position in a direction away from the first head piece, the locking member is adapted to the limiting part, and the first head piece and the second head piece remain relatively fixed. Press the button toward the first head piece, the locking member separates from the limiting part, and the second head piece moves toward the first head piece to the second position.

2. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second tip has a button groove on the side away from the first tip; The button includes a pressing section, a connecting section, a locking member, and a first elastic member. The pressing section is fixed to one end of the connecting section and is adapted to be disposed in the button slot. The pressing section extends out of the button slot by a preset height. The locking member is fixed to the end of the connecting section away from the pressing section and extends partially into the slot. The first elastic member is disposed on the side of the connecting section away from the pressing section. One end of the first elastic member is connected to the connecting section, and the other end is connected to the bottom of the button slot. The first elastic member is used to provide a driving force for the button to move away from the second tip.

3. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first elastic element includes at least two first springs. At least two spring posts are provided on the side of the connecting section away from the pressing section. At least two spring slots are provided at the bottom of the button slot. One end of each first spring is adapted to be mounted on the spring post, and the other end is adapted to be inserted into the corresponding spring slot. A button cover is provided on the button slot. The button cover is fixedly or detachably disposed on the side of the button slot away from the first head piece. The button cover is provided with a button hole. The pressing section passes through the button hole, and the connecting section rests on the button cover.

4. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking member includes an extension section and a hook. The extension section is fixedly connected to the connecting section. The end of the extension section away from the connecting section is fixedly connected to the hook. The hook extends into the slot and hooks onto the limiting beam of the limiting part.

5. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first head piece is provided with a first retaining groove, which is located on the inner side of the slot near the slot opening; The second end piece is provided with a second retaining groove, which is located at one end of the second end piece near the first end piece; A second elastic element is provided between the first and second grooves, and the second elastic element is used to provide a driving force for the second head to move toward the first head.

6. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, There are two first baffles, which are respectively located on both sides of the slot near the slot opening; There are two second baffles, which are respectively located on both sides of the second head piece near the end of the first head piece; The second elastic element includes two second springs, one end of each second spring is inserted into the first stop groove, and the other end is inserted into the second stop groove on the corresponding side.

7. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting part includes a limiting beam and two spaced-apart limiting bars. The bottoms of the two limiting bars are fixed to the bottom of the slot, and a sliding groove is formed between the two limiting bars. The two ends of the limiting beam are fixed to the top of one end of the two limiting bars. When the second head is in the first position, the latch of the locking member is adapted to the limiting beam. When the button is pressed towards the first head, the latch of the locking member separates from the limiting beam, allowing the latch to move in the slide.

8. The length-adjustable headstock structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first headpiece is provided with a first connecting part, which is located at the end of the first headpiece away from the slot. The first connecting part is used to connect with the watch body, watch strap or watch beads. The second endpiece is provided with a second connecting part, which is located at the end of the second endpiece away from the first endpiece. The second connecting part is used to connect with the watch body, watch strap or watch beads. The bottom of the slot is provided with a slot bottom plate, which is fixedly or detachably connected to the first head piece. The slot bottom plate is provided with a clearance groove, through which the pressing section of the button passes and can move within the clearance groove with the second head piece.

9. A watch strap, characterized in that, Including the length-adjustable headpiece structure as described in any one of claims 1-8, further comprising: Multiple surface particles are connected in sequence, and the second head particle is connected to the first surface particle; Alternatively, a soft adhesive tape, wherein the second end piece is connected to the end of the soft adhesive tape.

10. A watch, characterized in that, The watch includes the watch strap as described in claim 9, and also includes a watch body, the watch body being connected to the first head link.