Aerial butt joint type electric ball lock
The design of the air-connecting electric ball lock solves the problem of inconvenient power cord layout, achieves a larger aperture and a more stable power connection, and improves the convenience of assembly and maintenance.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520245129.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-17
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-02
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-17
AI Technical Summary
The existing electric ball locks are inconvenient to assemble and maintain because the power cord is laid out through the hollow square rod, making it easy to fall off, and the small diameter of the hole makes operation difficult.
It adopts an overhead docking design, connecting the overhead docking socket and plug through the first and second wiring holes to achieve power supply. The hole diameter is larger and the stability is better, avoiding tangling and falling off.
It improves the ease of assembly and maintenance, enhances the stability of connections, and avoids the problems associated with traditional designs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of lock device technology, specifically an air-connecting electric ball lock. Background Technology
[0002] A spherical lock, also known as a ball lock, is unlocked by the user's hand rotating it. This type of lock is typically used on interior room doors, not main doors. With advancements in electronics, spherical locks have added features such as fingerprint and Bluetooth unlocking, allowing users to unlock without carrying physical keys and simply by verifying authorized information, thus improving convenience.
[0003] Electronic spherical locks also include spherical operating handles located on both sides of the door. To extend battery life, they are equipped with high-capacity batteries. One spherical operating handle houses the authentication and electric unlocking module, while the other contains the power supply. However, the wires supplying power to the authentication and electric unlocking modules are routed through a hollow square rod, making wiring inconvenient during assembly and installation. It's also easy to accidentally unplug the socket and not be able to plug it back in, causing significant inconvenience to customers. Furthermore, the size of the socket wires is limited, and the inner diameter of the hollow square rod is often very small, further complicating assembly and maintenance. Utility Model Content
[0004] This utility model addresses the above-mentioned problems by proposing an air-connecting electric ball lock, aiming to solve the technical issues in the background art.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides an air docking type electric ball lock, comprising:
[0006] A first operating handle assembly includes a first handle base and a first spherical handle rotatably connected to the first handle base; the first handle base is provided with a first wiring hole, and the first spherical handle surrounds the first wiring hole;
[0007] The second operating handle assembly includes a second handle base and a second spherical handle rotatably connected to the second handle base; the second handle base is provided with a second wiring hole, and the second spherical handle surrounds the second wiring hole;
[0008] A power supply is located inside the first spherical handle; the power supply includes a battery and a power supply board connected to the battery, and the power supply board is provided with a first overhead docking socket;
[0009] An electrically operated locking assembly, wherein the electrically operated locking assembly is at least partially located within the inner cavity of the second spherical handle; the electrically operated locking assembly is provided with a second overhead docking connector.
[0010] An overhead docking cable is provided, with overhead docking plugs at both ends. The overhead docking cable passes through the first wiring hole and the second wiring hole and is connected to the first overhead docking socket and the second overhead docking socket through the overhead docking plugs.
[0011] A linkage rod connects the first spherical handle and the second spherical handle.
[0012] Furthermore, both the first wiring hole and the second wiring hole are arc-shaped strip holes centered on the axis of the linkage rod.
[0013] Furthermore, the first wiring hole is disposed adjacent to the first overhead docking socket, and the second wiring hole is disposed adjacent to the second overhead docking socket.
[0014] Furthermore, it includes a set of connecting bolts, through which the first handle base and the second handle base are connected.
[0015] Furthermore, a return torsion spring is provided at the rotatable connection between the first handle base and the first spherical handle, and at the rotatable connection between the second handle base and the second spherical handle.
[0016] Furthermore, the electric locking and unlocking assembly includes an information verification control module, a motor drive kit, and a locking component; the information verification control module and the motor drive kit are located at the second spherical handle; and the locking component is located at the first spherical handle.
[0017] Furthermore, the information verification control module is a fingerprint verification plate located on the end face of the first spherical handle; the second air docking connector is located on the fingerprint verification plate; and the motor drive kit is located between the fingerprint verification plate and the second handle base; the motor drive kit includes a drive motor, a clutch assembly connected to the power output shaft of the drive motor, and a mounting base; the drive motor and the clutch assembly are both mounted on the mounting base; the mounting base is provided with a guide clearance groove corresponding to the air docking connector cable.
[0018] Furthermore, the second spherical handle is provided with a temporary emergency charging interface that is electrically connected to the electric lock assembly.
[0019] Compared with existing technologies, the electric ball lock provided by this utility model allows for connection of the overhead docking cable for powering the electric opening and closing locking assembly through the first and second wiring holes, and then via the overhead docking plug to the first and second overhead docking sockets 321 and 321, respectively. This is achieved instead of using the traditional hollow square rod wiring method. Furthermore, the diameters of the first and second wiring holes are larger than those of the hollow square rod, making it easier to pass the overhead docking cable, especially the overhead docking plug, through. In addition, the use of the first and second overhead docking sockets for connection to the overhead docking plug is more convenient for assembly, maintenance, and operation compared to ordinary socket and plug connections. The connection also offers better stability and is less prone to detachment. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of an aerial docking type electric ball lock structure according to this application.
[0021] Figure 2 This is a further structural exploded view of an aerial docking type electric ball lock according to this application.
[0022] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of an aerial docking type electric ball lock according to this application.
[0023] The reference numerals in the figure are as follows: 1. First operating handle assembly; 110. First handle base; 111. First wiring hole; 120. First spherical handle; 2. Second operating handle assembly; 210. Second handle base; 211. Second wiring hole; 220. Second spherical handle; 3. Power supply; 310. Battery; 320. Power supply board; 321. First overhead docking connector; 4. Second overhead docking connector; 5. Linkage rod; 6. Dock bolt assembly; 7. Return torsion spring; 8. Information verification control module; 9. Motor drive kit; 910. Drive motor; 911. Slide; 912. Lock cylinder; 920. Clutch assembly; 930. Mounting bracket; 931. Guide clearance groove; 10. Locking assembly; 11. Temporary emergency charging interface. Detailed Implementation
[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model. It is understood that the accompanying drawings are provided for reference and illustration only and are not intended to limit the present utility model. The connection relationships shown in the drawings are only for clear description and do not limit the connection method.
[0025] It should be noted that when a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component, or there may be an intervening component. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. It should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly, for example, as a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; as a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; or as a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the invention.
[0026] It should also be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0027] Please refer to Figure 1 - Figure 3 This embodiment provides an air docking type electric ball lock, including:
[0028] The first operating handle assembly 1 includes a first handle base 110 and a first spherical handle 120 rotatably connected to the first handle base 110; the first handle base 110 is provided with a first wiring hole 111, and the first spherical handle 120 surrounds the first wiring hole 111.
[0029] The second operating handle assembly 2 includes a second handle base 210 and a second spherical handle 220 rotatably connected to the second handle base 210; the second handle base 210 is provided with a second wiring hole 211, and the second spherical handle 220 surrounds the second wiring hole 211.
[0030] Power supply 3 is located inside the first spherical handle 120; the power supply 3 includes a battery 310 and a power supply board 320 connected to the battery 310, and the power supply board 320 is provided with a first overhead docking socket 321;
[0031] An electric locking and unlocking assembly, wherein the electric locking and unlocking assembly is at least partially located within the cavity of the second spherical handle 220; the electric locking and unlocking assembly is provided with a second overhead docking connector 4;
[0032] An overhead docking cable (not shown) has overhead docking plugs at both ends. The overhead docking cable passes through the first wiring hole 111 and the second wiring hole 211 and is connected to the first overhead docking socket 321 and the second overhead docking socket 4 through the overhead docking plugs.
[0033] Linkage rod 5, which connects the first spherical handle 120 and the second spherical handle 220.
[0034] This novel ball lock structure connects the overhead connection cable, which supplies power to the electric locking assembly, through the first wiring hole 111 and the second wiring hole 211, and connects it to the first overhead connection socket 321 and the second overhead connection socket 4 via the overhead connection plug, instead of using the traditional hollow square rod for wiring. Furthermore, the diameters of the first wiring hole 111 and the second wiring hole 211 are larger than those of the hollow square rod, making it easier to pass the overhead connection cable, especially the overhead connection plug, through. In addition, using the first overhead connection socket 321 and the second overhead connection socket 4 to connect to the overhead connection plug is more convenient for assembly, maintenance, and operation compared to ordinary socket and plug connections. The connection also offers better stability and is less prone to detachment.
[0035] The linkage rod 5 can also be made of solid material, making it more robust and durable.
[0036] Please refer to Figure 1 - Figure 3 The first wiring hole 111 and the second wiring hole 211 are both arc-shaped strip holes centered on the axis of the linkage rod 5.
[0037] This design allows for a relatively large diameter for the first wiring hole 111 and the second wiring hole 211, while also ensuring that the first handle base 110 and the second handle base 210 do not need to be designed to be larger than conventional handle bases, resulting in a larger overall size.
[0038] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3The first wiring hole 111 is located near the first overhead docking socket 321, and the second wiring hole 211 is located near the second overhead docking socket 4.
[0039] This design prevents the overhead docking cable from becoming tangled and twisted due to the rotation of the first ball handle 120 relative to the first handle base 110 and the rotation of the second ball handle 220 relative to the second handle base 210, which would cause the overhead docking plug to detach from the first overhead docking connector 321 and the second overhead docking connector 4.
[0040] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 It includes a bolt assembly 6, through which the first handle base 110 and the second handle base 210 are connected.
[0041] The connecting bolt group 6 is also used to connect the first operating handle assembly 1 and the second operating handle assembly 2 to the door body.
[0042] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 A return torsion spring 7 is provided at the rotatable connection between the first handle base 110 and the first spherical handle 120, and at the rotatable connection between the second handle base 210 and the second spherical handle 220.
[0043] Please refer to Figure 1 - Figure 3 The electric locking and unlocking assembly includes an information verification control module 8, a motor drive kit 9, and a locking component 10; the information verification control module 8 and the motor drive kit 9 are located at the second spherical handle 220; and the locking component 10 is located at the first spherical handle 120.
[0044] The entire electric locking and unlocking assembly can be implemented using existing technologies. For example, the information verification control module 8 can be controlled via Bluetooth through a mobile client, and the motor drive kit 9 operates to lock and unlock. The locking assembly 10 is a small control board with a control button exposed on the outer end face of the first ball handle 120. When the user presses the button, the corresponding motor drive kit 9 executes the control, preventing the rotation of the first ball handle 120 and the second ball handle 220. Even if the first ball handle 120 and the second ball handle 220 are rotated, the linkage rod 5 will not be driven to rotate and unlock the connected lock tongue.
[0045] Please refer to Figure 1 - Figure 3The information verification control module 8 is a fingerprint verification plate located on the end face of the first spherical handle 120; the second air docking connection socket 4 is located on the fingerprint verification plate; and the motor drive kit 9 is located between the fingerprint verification plate and the second handle base 210; the motor drive kit 9 includes a drive motor 910, a clutch assembly 920 connected to the power output shaft of the drive motor 910, and a mounting base 930; the drive motor 910 and the clutch assembly 920 are both mounted on the mounting base 930; the mounting base 930 is provided with a guide groove 931 corresponding to the air docking connection cable.
[0046] In some embodiments, the drive motor 910 drives a slide 911 to move via a lead screw and nut pair structure. The movement of the slide 911 causes it to move away from or towards the lock cylinder 912, thus abutting it. A clutch assembly 920 is also linked to the slide 911. The clutch assembly 920 can be a clutch pin that is limited and guided by a mounting base 930.
[0047] When the drive motor 910 drives the slide 911 close to the lock cylinder 912, the clutch pin is disconnected from the linkage rod 5, thus preventing the second ball handle 220 from rotating and the linkage rod 5 from rotating. Conversely, when the drive motor 910 drives the slide 911 away from the lock cylinder 912, the clutch pin inserts into the connecting groove of the linkage rod 5, allowing the linkage rod 5 to rotate when the second ball handle 220 is turned.
[0048] The guide slot 931 provides a channel for receiving overhead docking cables, preventing the cables from getting tangled or twisted.
[0049] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The second spherical handle 220 is provided with a temporary emergency charging interface 11 that is electrically connected to the electric opening and closing lock assembly.
[0050] In the event that the battery 310 of the power supply 3 is depleted, the temporary emergency charging interface 11 can be used to receive external power to power the electric lock and unlocking components, thus preventing any disruption to the lock's operation.
[0051] In the specification and claims of this application, the terms "comprising / including" and "having / including" and variations thereof are used to specify the presence of the stated features, values, steps or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, values, steps, components or combinations thereof.
[0052] Some features of this invention are described in different embodiments for clarity; however, these features may also be described in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, some features of this invention are described only in a single embodiment for brevity; however, these features may also be described individually or in any suitable combination in different embodiments.
[0053] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An air-to-ground electric ball lock, characterized in that, include: A first operating handle assembly, the first operating handle assembly includes a first handle base and a first spherical handle rotatably connected to the first handle base; The first handle base is provided with a first wiring hole, and the first spherical handle surrounds the first wiring hole; The second operating handle assembly includes a second handle base and a second spherical handle rotatably connected to the second handle base; the second handle base is provided with a second wiring hole, and the second spherical handle surrounds the second wiring hole; A power supply is located inside the first spherical handle; the power supply includes a battery and a power supply board connected to the battery, and the power supply board is provided with a first overhead docking socket; An electrically operated locking assembly, wherein the electrically operated locking assembly is at least partially located within the inner cavity of the second spherical handle; the electrically operated locking assembly is provided with a second overhead docking connector. An overhead docking cable is provided, with overhead docking plugs at both ends. The overhead docking cable passes through the first wiring hole and the second wiring hole and is connected to the first overhead docking socket and the second overhead docking socket through the overhead docking plugs. A linkage rod connects the first spherical handle and the second spherical handle.
2. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the first wiring hole and the second wiring hole are arc-shaped strip holes centered on the axis of the linkage rod.
3. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first wiring hole is located adjacent to the first overhead docking socket, and the second wiring hole is located adjacent to the second overhead docking socket.
4. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, It includes a set of connecting bolts, through which the first handle base and the second handle base are connected.
5. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, A return torsion spring is provided at the rotatable connection between the first handle base and the first spherical handle, and at the rotatable connection between the second handle base and the second spherical handle.
6. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electric lock assembly includes an information verification control module, a motor drive kit, and a locking component; the information verification control module and the motor drive kit are located at the second spherical handle; the locking component is located at the first spherical handle.
7. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 6, characterized in that, The information verification control module is a fingerprint verification plate located on the end face of the first spherical handle; the second air docking connector is located on the fingerprint verification plate; and the motor drive kit is located between the fingerprint verification plate and the base of the second handle; the motor drive kit includes a drive motor, a clutch assembly connected to the power output shaft of the drive motor, and a mounting base; the drive motor and the clutch assembly are both mounted on the mounting base; the mounting base is provided with a guide groove corresponding to the air docking connector cable.
8. The aerial docking type electric ball lock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second spherical handle is provided with a temporary emergency charging interface that is electrically connected to the electric opening and closing lock assembly.