Modularized remote controller

Abstract

The utility model discloses a modularized remote controller, which comprises a main body module, at least one functional module, a sliding block and a track, the sliding block is provided with a first wiring structure and a first magnetic attraction positioning part; the track is provided with a sliding groove extending in the length direction, an insertion opening is formed in one end of the sliding groove, and a second wiring structure and a second magnetic attraction positioning part are arranged in the sliding groove. One of the sliding block and the track is arranged at the end part of the main body module, and the other is arranged at the end part of the functional module; when the sliding block enters the sliding groove through the insertion opening and slides to the installation position, the first magnetic attraction positioning part and the second magnetic attraction positioning part are positioned through magnetic force, the first wiring structure and the second wiring structure are electrically connected, the remote control function of an electric appliance corresponding to the function module can be achieved, and the sliding block and the rail are simple in structure, convenient to disassemble and assemble and high in practicability. The main body module is universal, so that the production cost can be effectively reduced, and the resource waste is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of remote control technology, specifically, it relates to a modular remote control. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing variety of home appliances and the development of smart home systems, the number of remote controls compatible with these appliances is also growing. However, due to differences in communication protocols or signals, different remote controls, despite similar structures, are usually not interchangeable or universally compatible. This leads to an ever-increasing number of remote controls in modern homes, resulting in waste and hindering cost savings. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a modular remote control to solve the above-mentioned technical problems in the prior art.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a modular remote control is provided, comprising:

[0006] Main module;

[0007] At least one functional module;

[0008] The slider is provided with a first wiring structure and a first magnetic positioning part;

[0009] The track has a groove extending along its length, one end of which forms an insertion port, and a second wiring structure and a second magnetic positioning part are provided inside the groove;

[0010] One of the slider and the track is located at the end of the main body module, and the other is located at the end of the functional module;

[0011] The slider is configured such that when it enters the groove through the insertion port and slides to the installation position, the first magnetic positioning part and the second magnetic positioning part are positioned by magnetic force, and the first wiring structure and the second wiring structure are electrically connected.

[0012] In some embodiments of this utility model, the main module is provided with a general-purpose button and an input circuit for inputting commands, the functional module is provided with a functional circuit, and the input circuit is connected to the functional circuit through the first wiring structure and the second wiring structure.

[0013] In some embodiments of this utility model, the first wiring structure includes a first data contact and a first power contact, and the first magnetic positioning part is located between the first data contact and the first power contact;

[0014] The second wiring structure includes a second data contact and a second power contact, and the second magnetic positioning part is located between the second data contact and the second power contact;

[0015] In the installation position, the first data contact and the second data contact are electrically connected, and the first power contact and the second power contact are electrically connected.

[0016] In some embodiments of this utility model, the first data contact, the first power contact, and the first magnetic positioning part are arranged on the same plane, and the second data contact, the second power contact, and the second magnetic positioning part are arranged on the same plane.

[0017] In some embodiments of this utility model, the front end of the slider is provided with a first guide portion, and the end of the slide groove opposite to the insertion port is provided with a second guide portion. When the slider is in the assembly position, the first guide portion and the second guide portion are inserted together.

[0018] In some embodiments of this utility model, the side of the slider is provided with a positioning groove, and the side wall of the groove is provided with a protruding positioning buckle. When the slider is in the assembly position, the positioning buckle and the positioning groove are engaged.

[0019] In some embodiments of this utility model, the first wiring structure and the first magnetic positioning part are located at the bottom of the slider and are flush with the bottom surface of the slider; the second wiring structure and the second magnetic positioning part are located at the bottom of the groove and are flush with the bottom of the groove.

[0020] In some embodiments of this utility model, an assembly gap is left between the slider and the slide groove; the bottom surface of the slider is provided with a protrusion near the front end, the protrusion is close to the front end of the slider, and the sliding trajectory of the protrusion in the slide groove avoids the second wiring structure and the second magnetic positioning part; the bottom of the slide groove is provided with a clearance groove, and the protrusion fits in the clearance groove when in the installation position.

[0021] In some embodiments of this utility model, the slider includes a connecting part and a mating part. The connecting part is connected to the main body module or the functional module, the mating part is fitted in the slide groove, the connecting part extends out through the opening at the top of the slide groove, and the width of the mating part is greater than the width of the connecting part.

[0022] In some embodiments of this utility model, the opening edge of the groove is provided with a limiting stop for restricting the mating part.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are:

[0024] The modular remote control selects the required functional module to be plugged into the main module through a slider and track structure. It is magnetically positioned by the first and second magnetic positioning parts and electrically connected by the first and second wiring structures. It can realize the remote control function of the electrical appliance corresponding to the selected functional module. The main module is universal, which can effectively reduce production costs and reduce resource waste. Furthermore, the slider and track structure is simple and easy to disassemble and assemble, allowing users to easily replace functional modules.

[0025] Other features and advantages of this utility model will become clearer after reading the detailed embodiments of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the modular remote control;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the main module and functional modules of the modular remote control before installation;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the installation locations of the main and functional modules of a modular remote control.

[0030] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the slider and rail sections of a modular remote control;

[0031] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the functional modules and sliders in one implementation of a modular remote control;

[0032] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Enlarged view of section A;

[0033] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the slide rail structure in one implementation of a modular remote control;

[0034] Figure 8 yes Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the central functional module and slider from another angle;

[0035] Figure 9 It is a modular remote control Figure 8 Enlarged view of section B;

[0036] Figure 10This is a schematic diagram of the main module and slide in one implementation of a modular remote control;

[0037] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of section C;

[0038] Figure 12 This is a structural diagram of the functional modules and slider in another embodiment of the modular remote control;

[0039] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 Enlarged view of section D;

[0040] Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of another implementation of a modular remote control;

[0041] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 Enlarged view of section E in the middle.

[0042] The reference numerals and their corresponding component names in the figure are as follows:

[0043] 10. Main module; 11. General buttons;

[0044] 20. Functional modules;

[0045] 30. Slider; 301. Connecting part; 302. Mating part; 303. First guide part; 304. Positioning slot; 305. Protrusion;

[0046] 31. First wiring structure; 311. First data contact; 312. First power contact;

[0047] 32. First magnetic positioning part;

[0048] 40. Track; 401. Slide groove; 4011. Insertion port; 402. Limiting stop; 403. Second guide part; 404. Positioning buckle; 4041. First inclined surface; 4042. Second inclined surface; 405. Relief groove;

[0049] 41. Second wiring structure; 411. Second data contact; 412. Second power contact;

[0050] 42. Second magnetic positioning part. Detailed Implementation

[0051] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0052] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "middle", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and 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.

[0053] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0054] In the description of the implementation, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0055] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature.

[0056] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0057] Wherever possible, the various aspects and features described and illustrated in this specification may be applied individually, and these individual aspects may serve as the subject matter of a divisional application.

[0058] Figures 1 to 15 This invention illustrates a modular remote control provided by the present invention.

[0059] The modular remote control includes a main body module 10, a function module 20, a slider 30, and a track 40. There is at least one function module 20. One of the sliders 30 and the track 40 is located at one end of the main body module 10, and the other is located at one end of the function module 20.

[0060] Each functional module 20 corresponds to different electrical appliances such as air conditioners and televisions. Users can select a functional module 20 to assemble onto the main module 10 as needed. During assembly, the slider 30 is inserted into the track 40, so that the main module 10 and the selected functional module 20 are assembled into a whole, enabling remote control of the electrical appliance corresponding to the functional module 20. The main module 10 is versatile, thereby effectively reducing production costs and minimizing resource waste.

[0061] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the track 40 is provided with a groove 401 extending along the length direction. One end of the groove 401 forms an insertion port 4011. The slider 30 can enter the groove 401 through the insertion port and slide along the length direction of the groove 401.

[0062] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the slider 30 is provided with a first wiring structure 31 and a first magnetic positioning part 32, and the slide groove 401 is provided with a second wiring structure 41 and a second magnetic positioning part 42. The slider 30 is configured such that when it enters the slide groove 401 through the insertion port 4011 and slides to the installation position, the first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are positioned by mutual magnetic attraction, and the first wiring structure 31 and the second wiring structure 41 are electrically connected.

[0063] During installation, the first wiring structure 31 and the first magnetic positioning part 32, which are fixedly mounted on the slider 30, enter the slide groove 401 along with the slider 30. The positions of the first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 correspond, as do the positions of the first wiring structure 31 and the second wiring structure 41. The first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 cooperate to position the slider 30, ensuring that the first wiring structure 31 and the second wiring structure 41 remain connected.

[0064] During disassembly, push the slider 30 to overcome the magnetic force between the first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42, so that the slider 30 leaves the groove 401 from the insertion port 4011.

[0065] The first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 can be two magnets, or one magnet and one ferromagnetic metal. This utility model does not limit this.

[0066] The main module 10 and the functional module 20 are connected by a slider 30 and a track 40 and are positioned by magnetic force. This has the advantages of simple structure and easy assembly and disassembly, and users can easily replace the functional module 20.

[0067] In some embodiments, the main module 10 includes a general-purpose button 11 for inputting commands and an input circuit. The functional module 20 includes a functional circuit. The input circuit can be connected to the functional circuit via a first wiring structure 31 and a second wiring structure 41, and can transmit data after connection. The functional circuit is configured to generate and send control signals for remotely controlling the corresponding device in response to commands input from the main module 10.

[0068] Furthermore, a battery can be installed on the main module 10 to provide power; a display screen, function buttons, signal transceiver components, etc. can be installed on the functional module 20.

[0069] like Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the functional module 20 comprises three modules: an air conditioning module, a television module, and a TFT smart screen module. The air conditioning module generates and sends air conditioning control signals; the television module generates and sends television control signals; and the TFT smart screen module has a TFT smart screen, whose functional circuits are used to perform specific functions.

[0070] like Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, sliders 30 are respectively provided at the ends of multiple functional modules 20. The sliders 30 and the main module 10 are integrated into one structure, and the first wiring structure 31 on the sliders 30 is connected to the functional circuit of the main module 10. A track 40 is provided at the end of the main module 10, and the track 40 and the main module 10 are integrated into one structure. The second wiring structure 41 on the track 40 is connected to the input circuit of the main module 10.

[0071] refer to Figure 2 From a certain perspective, track 40 extends laterally at the top of main module 10, insertion port 4011 is located on the side of the top of main module 10, and slider 30 extends laterally at the bottom of functional module 20. During assembly, one end of slider 30 first enters insertion port 4011, and then the entire slider is inserted into groove 401 along the extension direction of track 40.

[0072] In some implementations, such as Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 7As shown, the first wiring structure 31 includes a first data contact 311 and a first power contact 312, with a first magnetic positioning part 32 located between the first data contact 311 and the first power contact 312. The first data contact 311, the first magnetic positioning part 32, and the first power contact 312 are distributed along the length direction of the slider 30. The second wiring structure 41 includes a second data contact 411 and a second power contact 412, with a second magnetic positioning part 42 located between the second data contact 411 and the second power contact 412. The second data contact 411, the second magnetic positioning part 42, and the second power contact 412 are distributed along the extension direction of the track 40. In the installation position, the first data contact 311 and the second data contact 411 are electrically connected, and the first power contact 312 and the second power contact 412 are electrically connected. The first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are positioned in the middle, which is beneficial to the stability of the structure.

[0073] In detail, the first data contact 311 is connected to the functional circuit of the functional module 20, and the second data contact is connected to the input circuit of the main module 10. The first data contact 311 and the second data contact 411 are in contact, so that the functional circuit and the input circuit are electrically connected. The first power contact 312 is connected to the functional circuit in the functional module, and the second power contact 412 is connected to the power supply in the main module 10. The first power contact 312 and the second power contact 412 are in contact, so that the power supply of the main module 10 can supply power to the functional circuit of the functional module 20.

[0074] Furthermore, the first data contact 311, the first power contact 312, and the first magnetic positioning part 32 are coplanar with the bottom surface of the slider 30, and the second data contact 411, the second power contact 412, and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are coplanar with the bottom of the groove 401. When the first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are engaged, it ensures that the first data contact 311 and the second data contact 411 are engaged, as well as the first power contact 312 and the second power contact 412 are engaged, resulting in high reliability and avoiding obstruction to the slider 30, which facilitates the smooth insertion of the slider 30 into the groove 401 of the track 40.

[0075] In some embodiments, for clarity and conciseness, the end of the slider 30 that first enters the groove 401 during assembly is referred to as the front end, and the opposite end is referred to as the rear end. For example... Figure 4 As shown, the front end of the slider 30 is provided with a first guide portion 303, and the end of the slide groove 401 opposite to the insertion port 4011 is provided with a second guide portion 403. When the slider 30 slides to the assembly position, the first guide portion 303 and the second guide portion 403 engage to position the slider 30 and ensure that the slider 30 is accurately positioned. When the slider 30 is in the installation position, both its front and rear ends fit into the slide groove 401.

[0076] In one specific embodiment, the first guide portion 303 is a guide post, the extension direction of which is parallel to the length direction of the slider 30, and the second guide portion 403 is a guide hole, the extension direction of which is parallel to the extension direction of the track 40. The top end of the guide post can be set as a conical structure, and the opening of the guide hole can be set as a flared structure, which facilitates the smooth insertion of the guide post into the guide hole.

[0077] In some implementations, such as Figure 8 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the slider 30 has a positioning groove 304 on its side, and the side wall of the slide groove 401 has a protruding positioning buckle 404. When the slider 30 slides to the assembly position, the positioning buckle 404 and the positioning groove 304 engage, hindering the movement of the slider 30. During the assembly process, the engagement of the positioning buckle 404 and the positioning groove 304 makes the user feel the obstruction or jamming, reminding the user that the slider 30 has been installed in place.

[0078] The positioning slot 304 is located near the rear end of the slider 30, and the positioning buckle 404 is located near the insertion port 4011 of the slide groove 401. The positioning buckle 404 is configured as a trapezoidal structure, with a first inclined surface 4041 formed on the side near the insertion port 4011 and a second inclined surface 4042 formed on the opposite side. The positioning slot 304 can be configured to fit the shape of the positioning buckle 404.

[0079] During the process of installing slider 30 into track 40, the front end of slider 30 passes over positioning buckle 404 along the first inclined surface 4041. When installed in place, positioning groove 304 on the side of slider 30 engages with positioning buckle 404. When disassembling slider 30, positioning buckle 404 can disengage from positioning groove 304 under the guidance of second inclined surface 4042.

[0080] In some embodiments, the first wiring structure 31 and the first magnetic positioning part 32 are located at the bottom of the slider 30 and are flush with the bottom surface of the slider 30; the second wiring structure 41 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are located at the bottom of the groove 401 and are flush with the bottom of the groove 401. In the installation position, the bottom surface of the slider 30 is in contact with the bottom of the groove 401.

[0081] In some implementations, such as Figure 12 , Figure 13 , Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, an assembly gap is left between the slider 30 and the slide groove 401 to facilitate the smooth insertion of the slider 30 into the slide groove 401. A protrusion 305 is formed on the bottom surface of the slider 30, and the protrusion 305 is close to the front end of the slider 30. The bottom of the slide groove 401 is provided with a clearance groove 405. When the slider 30 is in the installed position, the protrusion 305 fits into the clearance groove 405.

[0082] During the insertion of the slider 30 into the groove 401, the protrusion 305 slides and rubs against the bottom of the groove 401, which reduces frictional damage to the first wiring structure 31 and the second wiring structure 41, extending their service life. It also prevents the first power contact 312 and the second data contact 411 from contacting each other during the installation of the slider 30. The surface of the protrusion 305 can be designed as an arc surface, which facilitates smooth entry into the insertion port 4011 and reduces the friction area.

[0083] When the slider 30 reaches the installation position, the first magnetic positioning part 32 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are magnetically positioned, the protrusion 305 is fitted in the relief groove 405, and the bottom surface of the slider 30 is in contact with the bottom of the groove 401, so that the first wiring structure 31 and the second wiring structure 41 are connected.

[0084] Furthermore, the sliding trajectory of the protrusion 305 in the groove 401 avoids the second wiring structure 41 and the second magnetic positioning part 42. Specifically, in the width direction of the slider 30, the protrusion 305 is close to the opposite side edges of the slider 30, and the second wiring structure 41 and the second magnetic positioning part 42 are located in the middle of the bottom of the groove 401. The protrusion 305 slides along the edge of the bottom of the groove 401 and will not contact the middle second wiring structure 41 and the second magnetic positioning part 42, thus avoiding friction.

[0085] In some implementations, such as Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the slider 30 includes a connecting part 301 and a mating part 302. The connecting part 301 is connected to the main module 10 or the functional module 20. The mating part 302 fits inside the slide groove 401, and the connecting part 301 extends out through the opening at the top of the slide groove 401. The width of the mating part 302 is greater than the width of the connecting part 301. The mating part 302 can pass through the insertion port 4011 at the end of the slide groove 401, but cannot pass through the opening at the top of the slide groove 401, thus being confined within the slide groove 401. The slider 30 has a strip-shaped structure, and the mating part 302 can be a laterally extending prism, cylinder, or other structure. The slide groove 401 is correspondingly configured as a "T"-shaped groove, an "L"-shaped groove, or a dovetail groove, etc. The shapes of the slider 30 and slide groove 401 shown in the figure are merely examples and are not intended to limit the present invention. Those skilled in the art can adapt the shape according to the actual structural settings or assembly needs.

[0086] In one specific implementation, such as Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the opening edge of the slide groove 401 is provided with a limiting stop 402 for restricting the mating part 302. The limiting stop 402 makes the opening of the slide groove 401 narrower than the width of the mating part 302. Specifically, the connecting part 301 and the mating part 302 of the slider 30 form a "T" shaped structure. The limiting stop 402 extends along the opposite two sides of the opening of the slide groove 401, so that the slide groove 401 forms a "T" shaped groove that conforms to the shape of the slider 30.

[0087] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A modular remote control, characterized in that, include: Main module; At least one functional module; The slider is provided with a first wiring structure and a first magnetic positioning part; The track has a groove extending along its length, one end of which forms an insertion port, and a second wiring structure and a second magnetic positioning part are provided inside the groove; One of the slider and the track is located at the end of the main body module, and the other is located at the end of the functional module; The slider is configured such that when it enters the groove through the insertion port and slides to the installation position, the first magnetic positioning part and the second magnetic positioning part are positioned by magnetic force, and the first wiring structure and the second wiring structure are electrically connected.

2. The modular remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main module is equipped with a general-purpose button and an input circuit for inputting commands, and the functional module is equipped with a functional circuit. The input circuit is connected to the functional circuit through the first wiring structure and the second wiring structure.

3. The modular remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first wiring structure includes a first data contact and a first power contact, and the first magnetic positioning part is located between the first data contact and the first power contact; The second wiring structure includes a second data contact and a second power contact, and the second magnetic positioning part is located between the second data contact and the second power contact; In the installation position, the first data contact and the second data contact are electrically connected, and the first power contact and the second power contact are electrically connected.

4. The modular remote control according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first data contact, the first power contact, and the first magnetic positioning part are arranged on the same plane, and the second data contact, the second power contact, and the second magnetic positioning part are also arranged on the same plane.

5. The modular remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slider has a first guide portion at its front end and a second guide portion at the end of the slide groove opposite to the insertion port. When the slider is in the assembly position, the first guide portion and the second guide portion are inserted together.

6. The modular remote controller according to claim 1, characterized in that, The slider has a positioning groove on its side and a protruding positioning buckle on the side wall of the groove. When the slider is in the assembly position, the positioning buckle and the positioning groove engage.

7. The modular remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first wiring structure and the first magnetic positioning part are located at the bottom of the slider and are flush with the bottom surface of the slider; the second wiring structure and the second magnetic positioning part are located at the bottom of the groove and are flush with the bottom of the groove.

8. The modular remote control according to claim 1, characterized in that, An assembly gap is left between the slider and the slide groove; the bottom surface of the slider is provided with a protrusion near the front end, the protrusion is close to the front end of the slider, and the sliding trajectory of the protrusion in the slide groove avoids the second wiring structure and the second magnetic positioning part; the bottom of the slide groove is provided with a clearance groove, and the protrusion fits in the clearance groove when installed.

9. The modular remote control according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The slider includes a connecting part and a mating part. The connecting part is connected to the main body module or the functional module. The mating part fits into the slide groove. The connecting part extends out through the opening at the top of the slide groove. The width of the mating part is greater than the width of the connecting part.

10. The modular remote controller according to claim 9, characterized in that, The opening edge of the groove is provided with a limiting stop for restricting the mating part.

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