Vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal

By incorporating waterproof grooves and sealing rings into the housing components of the vehicle-mounted smart terminal, the problem of moisture ingress caused by battery compartment assembly gaps was solved, thereby improving the sealing performance and stability of the vehicle-mounted smart terminal.

CN223798457UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-13GUANGZHOU TONGDA AUTO ELECTRIC
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423025353.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-09
Publication Date
2026-01-13
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-09

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing in-vehicle intelligent terminals suffer from moisture and impurities entering due to gaps in the battery compartment assembly, causing internal electronic components to become damp and short-circuit, affecting reliability and stability.

Method used

The design adopts a shell assembly, including an upper cover and a lower shell that snap together to form an inner cavity. The battery compartment is equipped with a waterproof groove and a seal. The battery cover and the battery compartment are reliably sealed by a snap-fit ​​connector and a sealing ring. The plug-in port and indicator light are equipped with a sealing structure to prevent moisture and impurities from entering.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents external moisture and impurities from entering, ensuring the sealing performance of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal, preventing internal moisture-induced short circuits, and improving reliability and stability.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of vehicle-mounted communication equipment, and discloses a vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal which comprises a shell assembly and a PCBA board, the shell assembly comprises an upper cover and a lower shell, the upper cover and the lower shell are buckled to form an inner cavity, the upper cover is provided with a sinking groove, a battery groove is formed in the sinking groove, the sinking groove is covered with a battery cover, and the battery cover covers the battery groove. A waterproof groove is formed in the position, on the outer edge of the battery groove, in the sinking groove, a first sealing piece is arranged in the waterproof groove and used for blocking a gap between the battery groove and the battery cover, the PCBA board is fixedly arranged in the inner cavity, and the battery is contained in the battery groove and can be electrically connected with the PCBA board. The vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal provided by the utility model is strong in sealing performance, effectively prevents external water vapor impurities from entering, prevents short circuit caused by moisture inside, and is reliable and stable in work.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle-mounted communication equipment technology, and in particular to a vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, commercially available in-vehicle smart terminals (in-vehicle T-BOX) are equipped with plug-in ports, indicator lights, and a battery slot. A battery is installed in the battery slot to provide flexible power to the in-vehicle smart terminal. However, due to assembly gaps at locations such as the conductive plates connecting to the battery inside the battery slot, external moisture and impurities can easily enter the in-vehicle smart terminal through these gaps. This can cause moisture damage to internal electronic components such as the PCBA board, potentially leading to short circuits, malfunctions, and affecting the reliability and stability of the in-vehicle smart terminal. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal with strong sealing performance, which effectively prevents external moisture and impurities from entering, prevents internal moisture from causing short circuits, and ensures reliable and stable operation.

[0004] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] An in-vehicle intelligent terminal, comprising:

[0006] The housing assembly includes an upper cover and a lower cover, the upper cover and the lower cover being fastened together to form an inner cavity, the upper cover having a recessed groove, the recessed groove having a battery slot, the recessed groove having a battery cover, the recessed groove having a waterproof groove at the outer edge of the battery slot, and the waterproof groove having a first sealing member, the first sealing member being used to seal the gap between the battery slot and the battery cover.

[0007] The PCBA board is fixedly installed inside the cavity, and the battery is housed in the battery slot and can be electrically connected to the PCBA board.

[0008] Preferably, the battery cover is provided with a snap-fit ​​connector, and the recess is provided with a corresponding snap-fit ​​groove, and the snap-fit ​​connector snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0009] Preferably, the waterproof groove is configured as an annular groove surrounding the outer edge of the battery compartment, and the first seal includes a first waterproof sealing ring, which is embedded in the waterproof groove.

[0010] Preferably, the first waterproof sealing ring is made of rubber.

[0011] Preferably, the PCBA board has a plug-in port on its side, the upper cover has an upper groove, the lower shell has a lower groove, the upper groove and the lower groove together form a through hole, and the plug-in port passes through the through hole and extends out of the shell assembly.

[0012] Preferably, a second sealing element is provided between the plug-in port and the through hole, the second sealing element being used to seal the gap between the plug-in port and the through hole.

[0013] Preferably, the second seal includes a second waterproof sealing ring, which is fitted onto the insertion port.

[0014] Preferably, the second waterproof sealing ring is made of rubber.

[0015] Preferably, the PCBA board is provided with an indicator light, the top cover is provided with a corresponding light hole, the indicator light passes through the light hole, and a waterproof membrane is attached to the outside of the light hole on the top cover.

[0016] Preferably, the outer edge of the lower shell is provided with a plugging protrusion on the side facing the upper cover, and the side of the upper cover facing the lower shell is provided with a corresponding plugging groove, and the plugging protrusion is fixedly plugged into the plugging groove.

[0017] Beneficial effects:

[0018] The vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal provided by this utility model has a recessed groove in its upper cover, and a battery slot is formed within the groove. The battery is housed in the battery slot to supply power to the PCBA board. The battery cover is placed on the recessed groove to shield and protect the battery. By setting a waterproof groove in the recessed groove, and setting a first sealing element in the waterproof groove, the first sealing element can reliably seal the gap between the battery slot and the battery cover, effectively preventing external moisture and impurities from easily entering the interior of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal through the assembly gap in the battery slot, ensuring sealing performance, preventing internal moisture and short circuits, and ensuring the reliability and stability of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal in use. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal provided by this utility model.

[0020] In the picture:

[0021] 11. Top cover; 1101. Upper groove; 111. Recessed groove; 1111. Screw hole; 112. Battery slot; 113. Battery cover; 1131. Snap connector; 114. Waterproof groove; 115. First waterproof sealing ring; 116. Second waterproof sealing ring; 117. Lamp hole; 118. Waterproof membrane; 119. Screw; 12. Lower shell; 1201. Lower groove; 121. Insertion protrusion;

[0022] 2. PCBA board; 21. Connecting ports; 22. Indicator lights;

[0023] 3. Battery. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction 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.

[0026] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0027] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0028] This embodiment provides an in-vehicle intelligent terminal. (Refer to...) Figure 1As shown, the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal includes a housing assembly and a PCBA board 2. The housing assembly includes an upper cover 11 and a lower cover 12, which are fastened together to form an inner cavity. The upper cover 11 has a recessed groove 111, within which a battery slot 112 is formed. A battery cover 113 is provided on the upper cover 111. A waterproof groove 114 is provided at the outer edge of the battery slot 112 within the recessed groove 111. A first sealing element is provided within the waterproof groove 114 to seal the gap between the battery slot 112 and the battery cover 113. The PCBA board 2 is fixedly disposed within the inner cavity, and the battery 3 is housed within the battery slot 112 and can be electrically connected to the PCBA board 2.

[0029] In this embodiment, the upper cover 11 has a recessed groove 111, and a battery slot 112 is formed within the recessed groove 111. The battery 3 is housed within the battery slot 112 to supply power to the PCBA board 2. A battery cover 113 is placed over the recessed groove 111 to shield and protect the battery 3. A waterproof groove 114 is provided within the recessed groove 111, and a first sealing element is provided within the waterproof groove 114. The first sealing element can reliably seal the gap between the battery slot 112 and the battery cover 113, effectively preventing external moisture and impurities from easily entering the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal through the assembly gap within the battery slot 112, ensuring sealing performance, preventing internal moisture-induced short circuits, and ensuring the reliability and stability of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal.

[0030] Specifically, the battery cover 113 is provided with a snap-fit ​​connector 1131, and the recess 111 is provided with a corresponding snap-fit ​​groove, and the snap-fit ​​connector 1131 snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove. Specifically, after the battery cover 113 is placed into the recess 111, it is fixed on the recess 111 by the snap-fit ​​engagement of the snap-fit ​​connector 1131 and the snap-fit ​​groove. The structure is simple and the installation is convenient.

[0031] Optionally, multiple card connectors 1131 are provided, each corresponding to a specific number of card slots.

[0032] In this embodiment, the battery cover 113 is also fixed to the recess 111 by screws 119. Specifically, a screw hole 1111 is provided in the recess 111, and a mounting hole is provided on the battery cover 113. The screw 119 passes through the mounting hole and is threaded into the screw hole 1111. The screw hole 1111, together with the snap-fit ​​connector 1131 and the snap-fit ​​groove, makes the fixing of the battery cover 113 more reliable.

[0033] In this embodiment, the waterproof groove 114 is configured as an annular groove surrounding the outer edge of the battery compartment 112. The first sealing element includes a first waterproof sealing ring 115, which is embedded in the waterproof groove 114. The first waterproof sealing ring 115 can surround the outer periphery of the battery compartment 112, providing a comprehensive and reliable seal to the periphery of the battery compartment 112 and preventing the passage of external moisture and impurities. Specifically, the cooperation between the first waterproof sealing ring 115 and the waterproof groove 114 can form a labyrinth structure, which can also play a reliable and effective waterproof role.

[0034] Optionally, in addition to the first waterproof sealing ring 115, the first sealing element may also include sealant coated in the waterproof groove 114, which can work in conjunction with the first waterproof sealing ring 115 to further ensure the waterproof sealing effect.

[0035] Optionally, the first waterproof sealing ring 115 is made of rubber. Due to its excellent elasticity and extensibility, rubber can maintain its shape under pressure and adapt to various sizes of insertion ports 21. This characteristic allows it to provide excellent sealing in devices of various shapes and sizes. Rubber has outstanding sealing performance, effectively preventing liquid and gas leakage and ensuring the normal operation of equipment and systems. Furthermore, rubber is inexpensive, resistant to chemical corrosion, resistant to high and low temperatures, and resistant to aging.

[0036] In addition to rubber, the material of the first waterproof sealing ring 115 can also be silicone, low-hardness PVC, or other materials with good elasticity and sealing properties. No further restrictions are imposed here.

[0037] In this embodiment, the PCBA board 2 has a plug-in port 21 on its side, the upper cover 11 has an upper groove 1101, and the lower shell 12 has a lower groove 1201. The upper groove 1101 and the lower groove 1201 together form a through hole, through which the plug-in port 21 extends out of the shell assembly. Specifically, the through hole is formed for the plug-in port 21 to pass through. The plug-in port 21 is used for external wiring terminals to form an electrical connection with the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal.

[0038] Specifically, a second sealing element is provided between the plug-in port 21 and the through hole. The second sealing element is used to seal the gap between the plug-in port 21 and the through hole. Since there is also an assembly gap between the through hole and the corresponding plug-in port 21, by providing the second sealing element, the second sealing element can effectively seal the gap between the plug-in port 21 and the through hole, effectively preventing external moisture and impurities from easily entering the interior of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal through the assembly gap between the through hole and the plug-in port 21, further ensuring sealing performance and ensuring the reliability and stability of the vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal.

[0039] In this embodiment, the second sealing element includes a second waterproof sealing ring 116, which is sleeved on the insertion port 21. The second waterproof sealing ring 116 surrounds the outer periphery of the insertion port 21, providing a comprehensive and reliable seal to prevent the passage of external moisture and impurities.

[0040] Optionally, the second waterproof sealing ring 116 can also be made of materials with good elasticity and sealing properties, such as rubber or low-hardness PVC. Further limitations are not specified here.

[0041] Optionally, in addition to the second waterproof sealing ring 116, the second seal may also include a sealant applied between the insertion port 21 and the perforation, which can work in conjunction with the second waterproof sealing ring 116 to further ensure the waterproof sealing effect.

[0042] Optionally, there may be multiple plug-in ports 21, which may include FAKRA plug-in port 21, AMP plug-in port 21, etc.

[0043] In this embodiment, the PCBA board 2 is provided with an indicator light 22, and the upper cover 11 is provided with a corresponding lamp hole 117. The indicator light 22 passes through the lamp hole 117, and a waterproof membrane 118 is attached to the outside of the lamp hole 117 on the upper cover 11. Since there is also an assembly gap between the indicator light 22 and the corresponding lamp hole 117, by providing the waterproof membrane 118, which is attached to the outside of the lamp hole 117, it is possible to effectively prevent external moisture and impurities from easily entering the interior of the vehicle intelligent terminal through the assembly gap between the indicator light 22 and the lamp hole 117, further ensuring the sealing performance and ensuring the reliability and stability of the vehicle intelligent terminal.

[0044] Optionally, multiple indicator lights 22 are provided, with each light hole 117 corresponding to the number of the other two.

[0045] In this embodiment, the outer edge of the lower shell 12 facing the upper cover 11 is provided with a plugging protrusion 121, and the upper cover 11 facing the lower shell 12 is provided with a corresponding plugging groove (not shown). The plugging protrusion 121 is fixedly plugged into the plugging groove. The cooperation between the plugging protrusion 121 and the plugging groove can, on the one hand, position and fix the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12, and on the other hand, the plugging protrusion 121 and the plugging groove can also form a labyrinth structure to prevent the entry of external moisture and impurities.

[0046] Optionally, the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12 can also be fixedly connected by external connectors such as bolts.

[0047] Optionally, a third sealing element is provided between the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12. The third sealing element is used to seal the gap between the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12. Optionally, the third sealing element includes a third waterproof sealing ring. The third waterproof sealing ring surrounds the outer periphery of the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12, and can provide a complete and reliable seal for the gap between the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12, preventing the passage of external moisture and impurities. Optionally, in addition to including the third waterproof sealing ring, the third sealing element may also include a sealant applied between the upper cover 11 and the lower shell 12, which can work in conjunction with the third waterproof sealing ring to further ensure the waterproof sealing effect.

[0048] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A vehicle-mounted intelligent terminal, characterized in that, The utility model relates to a waterproof shell of battery pack, including: The shell assembly includes the upper cover (11) with the lower shell (12), the upper cover (11) with the lower shell (12) are buckled and form the inner chamber, the upper cover (11) is provided with the sunken groove (111), the sunken groove (111) is provided with the battery groove (112), the sunken groove (111) is provided with the battery cover (113), the sunken groove (111) is provided with the waterproof groove (114) in the outer edge of the battery groove (112), the waterproof groove (114) is provided with the first sealing element, and the first sealing element is used to block the gap between the battery groove (112) and the battery cover (113). The PCBA board (2) is fixedly arranged in the inner chamber, and the battery (3) is accommodated in the battery groove (112) and can be electrically connected with the PCBA board (2).

2. The intelligent terminal according to claim 1, wherein The battery cover (113) is provided with a clamping joint (1131), and the sunken groove (111) is correspondingly provided with a clamping groove, and the clamping joint (1131) is clamped with the clamping groove.

3. The intelligent terminal according to claim 1, wherein The waterproof groove (114) is arranged as an annular groove surrounding the outer edge of the battery groove (112), and the first sealing element comprises a first waterproof sealing ring (115) embedded in the waterproof groove (114).

4. The intelligent terminal according to claim 3, wherein The material of the first waterproof sealing ring (115) is rubber.

5. The intelligent terminal according to claim 1, wherein The side of the PCBA board (2) is provided with a plug-in port (21), the upper cover (11) is provided with an upper groove (1101), the lower shell (12) is provided with a lower groove (1201), the upper groove (1101) and the lower groove (1201) jointly enclose a through hole, and the plug-in port (21) penetrates the through hole and extends out of the shell assembly.

6. The intelligent terminal according to claim 5, wherein A second sealing element is arranged between the plug-in port (21) and the through hole, and the second sealing element is used to block the gap between the plug-in port (21) and the through hole.

7. The intelligent terminal according to claim 6, wherein The second sealing element comprises a second waterproof sealing ring (116) sleeved on the plug-in port (21).

8. The intelligent terminal according to claim 7, wherein The material of the second waterproof sealing ring (116) is rubber.

9. The intelligent terminal according to claim 1, wherein The PCBA board (2) is provided with an indicator light (22), the upper cover (11) is correspondingly provided with a lamp hole (117), the indicator light (22) penetrates the lamp hole (117), and the upper cover (11) is attached with a waterproof film (118) on the outer side of the lamp hole (117).

10. The intelligent terminal according to claim 1, wherein The outer edge of the lower shell (12) is provided with a plug-in protrusion (121) on the side facing the upper cover (11), and the side of the upper cover (11) facing the lower shell (12) is correspondingly provided with a plug-in recess, and the plug-in protrusion (121) is fixedly plugged into the plug-in recess.