Vehicle-mounted camera universal shell convenient to assemble

By combining the upper and lower covers with threaded connections, the problems of installation stability and maintenance convenience of vehicle camera housings are solved, achieving stability and waterproof performance of the camera in complex environments, and improving assembly stability and production efficiency.

CN223729816UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-26SHENZHEN HOPU TECH DEV CO LTD +1
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520137107.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-20
Publication Date
2025-12-26
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-20

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Technical Problem

Existing vehicle camera housings are inadequate in terms of installation stability and ease of maintenance, especially in complex environments where they are prone to inaccurate positioning and insecure fixation, affecting the stability and reliability of the camera.

Method used

The camera is designed with a combination of an upper cover and a lower cover. One end of the camera protrudes from the through hole and is fixed against the edge of the hole. The plug hole on the lower cover is connected to the control board. The camera is fixed to the upper cover by a threaded connection. A waterproof strip is added to improve waterproof performance, and multiple fixing holes are provided on the lower cover to facilitate the fixing of external brackets.

Benefits of technology

It improves the installation stability and electrical connection reliability of the camera, enhances the overall structural stability and waterproof performance, simplifies the assembly process, and improves production efficiency and product aesthetics.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicle-mounted camera shells, in particular to a vehicle-mounted camera universal shell convenient to assemble. The universal shell is used for containing a camera assembly, the camera assembly comprises a control panel and a camera, the control panel is electrically connected with the camera, the universal shell comprises an upper cover, one end of the upper cover is provided with a through hole, one end of the camera is exposed out of the through hole, and the periphery of the camera abuts against and is fixed to the edge of the through hole; the lower cover is fixedly connected with the other end of the upper cover to form an accommodating space for accommodating the camera assembly, the lower cover is provided with an insertion hole piece and a first fixing hole, the insertion hole piece is connected with the control panel, and the first fixing hole is used for fixing various external supports. The mounting structure can be optimized to improve the assembly stability while the protection performance is ensured.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The application relates to the technical field of vehicle-mounted camera housings, in particular to a universal vehicle-mounted camera housing convenient to assemble. BACKGROUND

[0002] Vehicle-mounted cameras are widely used in automobile driving assistance systems, such as reversing image, driving recorders, etc., and are suitable for various types of vehicles, such as forklifts, agricultural vehicles, school buses, trucks, business vehicles, etc. With the development of automatic driving technology, the demand for vehicle-mounted cameras is increasing, not only requiring high definition and stability, but also having to adapt to the use requirements in various complex environmental conditions. In addition, in order to ensure the safety and reliability of vehicles, the design of vehicle-mounted cameras needs to consider the protection performance, installation convenience and cost control and other aspects.

[0003] At present, in the field of vehicle-mounted camera housing design, common solutions include but are not limited to the following ways: one is to use integrated molding process to manufacture the camera housing, which is completed by injection molding or other methods at one time; two is to use split upper and lower cover structure, which is assembled by buckle or screw fixation; three is to use metal material to make the housing to enhance the overall strength and heat dissipation performance; four is to add waterproof sealing ring or other dustproof device to improve the environmental adaptability of the camera. These methods meet the requirements of different application scenarios for vehicle-mounted cameras to some extent.

[0004] However, the existing vehicle-mounted camera housing design scheme has some shortcomings, especially in terms of installation stability and maintenance convenience. For example, although some schemes can provide good protection effect, they may encounter problems such as inaccurate positioning and unstable fixation during actual assembly, which may cause unstable operation of the camera and even damage it. Therefore, how to optimize the installation structure to improve the stability of assembly while ensuring the protection performance has become a key problem to be solved. Practical new type content

[0005] The application aims to overcome the above technical problems and provides a universal vehicle-mounted camera housing convenient to assemble, which can optimize the installation structure to improve the stability of assembly while ensuring the protection performance.

[0006] The application discloses a universal vehicle-mounted camera housing convenient to assemble, which adopts the following scheme:

[0007] The utility model provides a kind of car camera universal shell of easy assembly, for accommodating camera assembly, the camera assembly includes control panel and camera, the control panel is electrically connected with the camera, it include: upper cover, one end has through hole, one end of the camera is exposed from the through hole, and the periphery of the camera is fixed with the rim of the through hole;Lower cover is connected and fixed with the other end of upper cover, forms the accommodating space of accommodating the camera assembly, and insert hole piece and first fixed hole are provided on the lower cover, the insert hole piece is connected with the control panel, and the first fixed hole is used for the fixing of various external supports.

[0008] By adopting the above technical scheme, one end of the camera is exposed from the through hole of the upper cover and is fixed with the rim of the hole, so that the camera can be stably installed in the shell. At the same time, the insert hole piece on the lower cover is connected with the control panel, ensuring the reliability of electrical connection. In addition, the design of the insert hole piece and the first fixed hole not only facilitates the connection of the control panel, but also facilitates the fixation of the external support, enhancing the stability and reliability of the overall structure.

[0009] Optionally, it further comprises a waterproof strip between the upper cover and the lower cover.

[0010] By adopting the above technical scheme, the waterproof strip is added between the upper cover and the lower cover of the car camera universal shell of easy assembly, effectively preventing water from entering the accommodating space, improving the waterproof performance of the car camera, and ensuring the normal operation of the camera assembly in a humid environment.

[0011] Optionally, threads are provided on the rim of the through hole and the periphery of the camera, and the camera is fixedly connected with the upper cover by screwing.

[0012] By adopting the above technical scheme, the fixed connection between the camera and the upper cover is more firm and reliable, avoiding loosening due to vibration or collision, and improving the stability of the camera. At the same time, the screwing method is convenient for installation and disassembly, facilitating maintenance and replacement.

[0013] Optionally, a convex edge is provided on the upper cover and surrounds the through hole.

[0014] By adopting the above technical scheme, the convex edge on the upper cover can effectively prevent foreign matter from entering the through hole, protect the camera from the influence of the external environment, and improve the working stability and service life of the camera.

[0015] Optionally, a second fixed hole is provided on the lower cover and located on both sides of the insert hole piece for fixing an external insert.

[0016] By adopting the technical scheme, the second fixing hole is located on both sides of the plug-in hole member, so that the external plug-in member can be fixed through the fixing hole, and the installation convenience and stability of the entire vehicle-mounted camera shell are enhanced.

[0017] Optionally, a third fixing hole is arranged on a diagonal corner of the lower cover and penetrates the lower cover, and is used for connecting the lower cover to the upper cover through a screw.

[0018] By adopting the technical scheme, the third fixing hole is arranged on the diagonal corner of the lower cover and penetrates the lower cover, so that the screw can be effectively connected, the stability between the upper cover and the lower cover is enhanced, and the overall stability of the structure is improved. Meanwhile, the design simplifies the assembly process and improves the production efficiency.

[0019] Optionally, a groove is arranged on the diagonal corner of the lower cover, and the third fixing hole is located in the groove.

[0020] By adopting the technical scheme, the groove is arranged on the diagonal corner of the lower cover, and the third fixing hole is located in the groove, so that the height of the protruding part of the screw can be effectively reduced, the vehicle-mounted camera shell is more compact and flat, the appearance and installation convenience of the product are improved. Meanwhile, the design of the groove can also enhance the structural strength, prevent the fixed member from loosening or falling off due to external force in the use process, and ensure the stability and reliability of the camera shell.

[0021] Optionally, the side corner of the upper cover is a round corner.

[0022] By adopting the technical scheme, the side corner of the upper cover is a round corner, so that the safety hidden danger caused by sharp edges can be effectively reduced, and the use safety is improved. Meanwhile, the round corner design can improve the appearance and user experience of the product.

[0023] Optionally, the length and width of the upper cover and the lower cover are both 27±0.2mm, and the total height of the upper cover and the lower cover is 18±0.2mm.

[0024] By adopting the technical scheme, the size of the universal shell of the vehicle-mounted camera is accurately limited, so that the length and width of the upper cover and the lower cover are both 27±0.2mm, and the total height is 18±0.2mm. This design not only improves the standardization degree of the product, but also facilitates batch production and installation, while ensuring good compatibility with other components, improving the overall assembly precision and stability.

[0025] Optionally, the waterproof strip is made of silica gel.

[0026] By adopting the above technical scheme, the waterproof strip made of silica gel material can effectively improve the waterproof performance of the omnibus shell of the vehicle-mounted camera, and ensure the safety and stability of the camera assembly under various weather conditions. At the same time, the silica gel material has good elasticity and aging resistance, can maintain the sealing effect for a long time, and prolong the service life of the product.

[0027] In summary, the present application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0028] 1. By the combination design of the upper cover and the lower cover, a stable accommodation space is formed, which ensures that the camera assembly can still maintain high definition and stability under complex environmental conditions;

[0029] 2. The plug-in hole part on the lower cover is connected with the control panel, and the first fixing hole is used for external support fixing, which improves the installation convenience and stability of the camera shell;

[0030] 3. The threaded edge of the through hole is matched with the outer periphery of the camera, and the camera and the upper cover are firmly fixed by screwing, which further enhances the overall strength and reliability of the structure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0031] Figure 1 A structure schematic view of an omnibus shell of a vehicle-mounted camera convenient to assemble is disclosed in the embodiments of the present application;

[0032] Figure 2 For Figure 1 A bottom view structural schematic view of an omnibus shell of a vehicle-mounted camera convenient to assemble is disclosed;

[0033] Figure 3 For Figure 1 A side view structural schematic view of an omnibus shell of a vehicle-mounted camera convenient to assemble is disclosed.

[0034] Explanation of reference signs:

[0035] 10, camera assembly; 20, upper cover; 21, through hole; 22, convex edge; 30, lower cover; 31, plug-in hole part; 32, first fixing hole; 33, second fixing hole; 34, third fixing hole; 35, recess. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0036] The terminology used in the following description of the embodiments herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. As used in the description of the embodiments and the appended claims herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to include both singular and plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "and / or", as used in the description herein, signify and include any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0037] Hereinafter, the terms "first", "second" are only for the purpose of description, and cannot be understood as implying or suggesting relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined with "first", "second" can explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features, and in the description of the embodiments of the present application, the meaning of "multiple" is two or more, unless otherwise specified.

[0038] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application are described in detail below in combination with the drawings.

[0039] Referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The universal shell of the vehicle-mounted camera disclosed in the embodiments of the present application is convenient to assemble, which comprises an upper cover 20 and a lower cover 30. One end of the upper cover 20 is provided with a through hole 21, and the other end is connected to the lower cover 30 to form a containing space for containing a camera assembly 10, and one end of the camera of the camera assembly 10 is exposed from the through hole 21.

[0040] Among them, the outer periphery of the camera abuts and fixes with the edge of the through hole 21 to ensure that the camera will not deviate relative to the upper cover 20, and improve the positioning accuracy of the camera. The lower cover 30 is provided with a plug hole member 31 and a first fixing hole 32. The plug hole member 31 is electrically connected with the control board, and is used for inserting an external plug-in part to form electrical conduction with the control board. The first fixing hole 32 is used for fixing an external support, and can be provided with multiple.

[0041] Specifically, the length and width of the upper cover 20 and the lower cover 30 are both 27±0.2mm, and the total height of the upper cover 20 and the lower cover 30 is 18±0.2mm. The overall structure is small and compact, and can improve the standardization degree of the product, and is convenient for batch production and installation. Of course, in other embodiments, the shape of the universal shell of the vehicle-mounted camera convenient to assemble is not limited, and different appearances can be designed according to actual needs.

[0042] Further, the diameter of the through hole 21 on the upper cover 20 is slightly larger than the diameter of the camera, so that the camera can be smoothly inserted and a part is exposed, and threads are correspondingly provided on the edge of the through hole 21 and the outer periphery of the camera. In this way, the camera and the upper cover 20 are fixedly connected by screwing.

[0043] Referring to Figure 1 A protruding edge 22 is arranged on the upper cover 20 to surround the through hole 21, which plays a role of reinforcing the structure and prevents foreign matters from entering the camera.

[0044] In the embodiment, the side corners of the upper cover 20 are designed as rounded corners, which can avoid the risk of scratching caused by sharp corners and make the appearance more beautiful.

[0045] Participate Figure 2 On the lower cover 30, a plug-in hole member 31 is arranged to connect with the control board. The shape of the plug-in hole member 31 can be customized according to the shape of the external plug-in member, such as a circle or a rectangle.

[0046] In the embodiment, the first fixing hole 32 arranged on the lower cover 30 is used to fix various external supports. In the embodiment, the first fixing hole 32 is arranged as two, which is above or below the plug-in hole member 31. Different forms of external supports can be connected with the lower cover 30 by screwing the first fixing hole 32.

[0047] Referring to Figure 2 In order to strengthen the connection firmness of the external plug-in member and the plug-in hole member 31, in the embodiment, the second fixing hole 33 is arranged on the lower cover 30, which is arranged as two on both sides of the plug-in hole member 31. After the external plug-in member is plugged into the plug-in hole member 31, the second fixing hole 33 is screwed through the edge of the external plug-in member to fix the external plug-in member on the lower cover 30.

[0048] Referring to Figure 2 and Figure 3 In order to facilitate the assembly of the upper cover 20 and the lower cover 30, the third fixing hole 34 is arranged on the opposite corners of the lower cover 30, which is arranged as two to connect the upper cover 20 by screwing through the lower cover 30.

[0049] In order to make the entire conveniently assembled universal shell of the vehicle-mounted camera more compact and flat, the recess 35 is arranged on the opposite corners of the lower cover 30, and the third fixing hole 34 is located in the recess 35. The design of the recess 35 not only plays a guiding role in connecting the upper cover 20 by screwing through the lower cover 30, but also effectively reduces the height of the protruding part of the screw. In addition, the design of the recess 35 can improve the appearance of the product and enhance the structural strength, prevent the screw from loosening or falling off due to external force during use, and ensure the stability and reliability of the camera shell.

[0050] Further, in order to improve the sealing and waterproof performance of the product, a waterproof strip made of silica gel material is arranged between the upper cover 20 and the lower cover 30 in the embodiment, for example, the thickness is 1-2mm, the width is 3-5mm, and the length is determined according to the contact edge of the upper cover 20 and the lower cover 30.

[0051] In summary, the vehicle-mounted camera universal shell disclosed by the embodiment of the application is convenient to assemble, a stable containing space is formed through the combined design of the upper cover 20 and the lower cover 30, the camera assembly 10 is effectively protected from the influence of the external environment, and it is ensured that the camera assembly 10 can still work normally under various complex conditions; the plug-in hole member 31 on the lower cover 30 is connected with the control panel, the first fixing hole 32 is used for fixing the external support, the installation precision and stability of the camera shell are significantly improved, and the problems of inaccurate positioning and insecure fixing in the traditional scheme are avoided; one end of the camera is exposed from the through hole 21 of the upper cover 20 and is fixed through abutting, the assembly steps are simplified, the assembly time is reduced, and the production efficiency is improved.

[0052] Finally, it should be noted that: the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the application, but not to limit them; although the application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that: they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments, or make equivalent replacement for part of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the application.

Claims

1. A car-mounted camera universal shell facilitating assembly, used for accommodating a camera assembly (10), the camera assembly (10) comprising a control board and a camera, the control board being electrically connected with the camera, characterized in that, Comprise: The upper cover (20) has a through hole (21) at one end, one end of the camera is exposed from the through hole (21), and the outer periphery of the camera abuts and fixes with the edge of the through hole (21); The lower cover (30) is connected and fixed with the other end of the upper cover (20) to form a containing space containing the camera assembly (10), and the plug-in hole piece (31) and the first fixing hole (32) are arranged on the lower cover (30), the plug-in hole piece (31) is connected with the control board, and the first fixing hole (32) is used for fixing various external supports.

2. The universal housing for vehicle camera according to claim 1, wherein, Also include: The waterproof strip is located between the upper cover (20) and the lower cover (30).

3. The universal housing for vehicle camera according to claim 1, wherein, The edge of the through hole (21) and the outer periphery of the camera are correspondingly provided with threads, and the camera and the upper cover (20) are fixedly connected by screwing.

4. The universal housing for vehicle camera according to claim 1, wherein, The upper cover (20) is provided with a convex edge (22) around the through hole (21).

5. The universal housing for vehicle camera according to claim 1, wherein, The second fixing hole (33) is arranged on the lower cover (30) and located on both sides of the plug-in hole piece (31) for fixing the external plug-in piece.

6. The universal housing for a vehicle camera of claim 1, wherein, The third fixing hole (34) is arranged on the diagonal of the lower cover (30) and penetrates the lower cover (30), which is used for connecting the upper cover (20) through the screw.

7. The universal housing for a vehicle camera according to claim 6, wherein, The lower cover (30) is provided with a groove (35) on the diagonal, and the third fixing hole (34) is located in the groove (35).

8. The universal housing for a vehicle camera of claim 1, wherein, The side edge of the upper cover (20) is provided with a round corner.

9. The universal housing for vehicle camera according to claim 1, wherein, The length and width of the upper cover (20) and the lower cover (30) are both 27±0.2mm, and the total height of the upper cover (20) and the lower cover (30) is 18±0.2mm.

10. The universal housing for vehicle camera according to claim 2, wherein, The waterproof strip is made of silica gel.