Charging and positioning device based on automobile OBD interface

Abstract

The utility model relates to a charging and positioning device based on an automobile OBD interface, which comprises a base in butt joint with the OBD interface and a main control board fixed on the base, the base is provided with pins, the main control board is connected with the pins, and the pins are connected with the main control board. The OBD interface is arranged on the main control board, the charging module and the AirTag module are arranged on the main control board and powered by the OBD interface, the cover plate is connected with the base in a buckled mode and provided with a charging port, and therefore the charging module and the AirTag module are integrated, and efficient and stable power supply and enhanced article tracking capacity are achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive OBD interface technology, specifically to a charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of automotive electrification and intelligence, OBD-II is now a standard interface that almost all cars sold on the market must have. It allows car owners and service technicians to access the vehicle's self-diagnostic and reporting functions.

[0003] As a result, there are various OBD adapters and accessories on the market, such as USB chargers for powering mobile devices, which typically obtain power by plugging into an OBD port.

[0004] Although the OBD interface provides convenient power supply, current OBD accessories on the market lack effective positioning and tracking capabilities. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, this application proposes a charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface. By utilizing the power supply of the OBD interface, the positioning and tracking function is embedded into the OBD accessory to achieve the positioning and tracking function.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present application adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface includes a base that interfaces with the OBD interface and a main control board fixed on the base. The base is provided with pins, and the main control board is connected to the pins.

[0008] It also includes a charging module installed on the main control board and powered by the OBD interface, an AirTag module, and a cover plate that is snapped together with the base and has a charging port.

[0009] Thus, through the base that interfaces with the OBD interface, the main control board fixed on the base, and the integrated charging module and AirTag module, efficient and stable power supply and enhanced item tracking capabilities are achieved.

[0010] Meanwhile, charging and positioning functions are integrated into one device, and the simple, easy-to-disassemble design allows for location tracking using Bluetooth technology and the Find My network, enhancing user convenience.

[0011] In some possible implementations, the charging module includes a USB port and / or a Type-C port.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the charging module includes a USB port and a Type-C port. The USB port is connected to the main control board via a first circuit board that supports its charging protocol, and the Type-C port is connected to the main control board via a second circuit board that supports its charging protocol.

[0013] In some possible implementations, the AirTag module is disposed between the first circuit board and the second circuit board.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the first circuit board and the second circuit board are respectively vertically disposed on the main control board, and the AirTag module spans the first circuit board and the second circuit board.

[0015] In some possible implementations, the USB port and the Type-C port are respectively located on the outside of the first circuit board and the second circuit board relative to the AirTag module.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, the AirTag module is snapped onto the first circuit board and the second circuit board at both ends.

[0017] In some possible implementations, the AirTag module is equipped with a control switch. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the application status of the charging and positioning device based on the automotive OBD interface of this application.

[0019] Figure 2 This is an overall schematic diagram of the charging and positioning device based on the automotive OBD interface of this application;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a bottom schematic diagram of the charging and positioning device based on the automotive OBD interface of this application;

[0021] Figure 4 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the charging and positioning device based on the automotive OBD interface of this application;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the charging and positioning device control board based on the automotive OBD interface of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The following examples further illustrate the features of this application and other related features in detail, so as to facilitate understanding by those skilled in the art:

[0024] It should be noted that the terms “front,” “back,” “left,” “right,” “up,” and “down” used in the following description refer to the directions in the attached diagrams, while the terms “bottom surface,” “top surface,” “inner,” and “outer” refer to the directions toward or away from the geometric center of a specific component, respectively.

[0025] It should be further noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in sequences other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0026] First, the AirTag module used in this application will be explained. Its function is implemented through the search function of Apple products.

[0027] The AirTag module is an accessory designed specifically for tracking personal items. It incorporates a U1 chip (UltraWideband technology) for accurate location detection and utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy technology to communicate with other devices. AirTag is designed with privacy and security in mind, employing anonymously encrypted broadcast messages to ensure secure transmission of location information.

[0028] In other words, by setting up the AirTag module and using Apple's Find My Device app, location tracking can be achieved. However, this requires a continuous and stable power supply to the AirTag module. For automotive applications, power can be supplied via the OBD interface. Figure 1 As shown, in most modern vehicles, the OBD interface is generally located near the driver's seat. The present application provides a charging and positioning device 100 based on the vehicle's OBD interface, which is located at the OBD interface location.

[0029] The connection remains active while the car is running, and its location is recorded even after the car is turned off, making it easy to locate the vehicle using Apple's Find My app. For cars with a constant-power OBD interface, the latest vehicle location can also be found using the Find My network.

[0030] Find My Network Protocol: This is a private network of hundreds of millions of Apple devices, all of which anonymously help locate lost items joined to the network. The network operates based on Bluetooth discovery and location sharing, but fully respects user privacy and does not disclose any personal information.

[0031] The specific implementation method is explained in detail below. Please refer to it. Figures 2 to 4This application discloses a charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface, comprising a base 1, wherein the base 1 is provided with pins 11 for insertion into the automotive OBD interface. A main control board 2 is fixed to the base 1, and the main control board 2 is connected to the pins 11.

[0032] The main control board 2 is equipped with a charging module and an AirTag module 4, both of which are powered by an OBD interface. The cover plate 5 is attached to the base 1 by a snap-fit ​​mechanism, a common industry practice, and will not be described in detail here. The corresponding charging module on the cover plate 5 has a charging port 51.

[0033] Thus, through the base 1 that interfaces with the OBD interface, the main control board 2 fixed on the base 1, and the integrated charging module and AirTag module 4, efficient and stable power supply and enhanced item tracking capabilities are achieved.

[0034] Meanwhile, charging and positioning functions are integrated into one device, and the simple, easy-to-disassemble design allows for location tracking using Bluetooth technology and the Find My network, enhancing user convenience.

[0035] Please refer to the following for specific integration and installation methods. Figure 4 and Figure 5 Specifically, the charging module can choose between a universal USB port 31 and a Type-C port 32 with a fast charging protocol. Of course, only one of them can be selected depending on the requirements. In this embodiment, it is preferable to select both USB port 31 and Type-C port 32.

[0036] Specifically, the USB port 31 is connected to the main control board 2 via a first circuit board 21 that supports its charging protocol. The Type-C port 32 is connected to the main control board 2 via a second circuit board 22 that supports its charging protocol. This design can more clearly demonstrate the unique functions and technical characteristics of each circuit board and can achieve modular design according to requirements.

[0037] At this point, the AirTag module 4 can be positioned between the first circuit board 21 and the second circuit board 22. Specifically, the first circuit board 21 and the second circuit board 22 are positioned perpendicular to the main control board 2, which is fixed to the base 1. The AirTag module 4 then spans across the first circuit board 21 and the second circuit board 22.

[0038] Furthermore, when configuring the USB port 31 and the Type-C port 32, they are respectively positioned on the outer sides of the first circuit board 21 and the second circuit board 22 relative to the AirTag module 4. That is, using the AirTag module 4 in the middle as an intermediary, the first circuit board 21 is sandwiched between the USB port 31 and the AirTag module 4, and the second circuit board 22 is sandwiched between the Type-C port 32 and the AirTag module 4. In this case, both ends of the AirTag module 4 can be fixed between the first circuit board 21 and the second circuit board 22 by snap-fit, achieving a stable support structure without the need for additional fixing devices.

[0039] In practical applications, the AirTag module 4 has a positioning and tracking function, and a control switch 41 can be added to turn its function on and off. A control button 6 can also be provided, and a button port 52 is provided on the cover plate 5, allowing the opening and closing of the AirTag module 4 to be controlled via the cover plate 5. In this case, the control button 6 is located between the USB port 31 and the Type-C port 32, which also separates the two charging ports and facilitates operation of the charging ports.

[0040] As stated above, this application protects a charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface, and all technical solutions that are the same as or similar to this application should be considered to fall within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface, characterized in that, Includes a base (1) that interfaces with an OBD interface and a main control board (2) fixed on the base (1). The base (1) is provided with pins (11), and the main control board (2) is connected to the pins (11). It also includes a charging module installed on the main control board (2) and powered by the OBD interface, an AirTag module (4), and a cover plate (5) that is snapped to the base (1) and has a charging port (51).

2. The charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The charging module includes a USB port (31) and / or a Type-C port (32).

3. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The charging module includes a USB port (31) and a Type-C port (32). The USB port (31) is connected to the main control board (2) through a first circuit board (21) that supports its charging protocol, and the Type-C port (32) is connected to the main control board (2) through a second circuit board (22) that supports its charging protocol.

4. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The AirTag module (4) is disposed between the first circuit board (21) and the second circuit board (22).

5. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The first circuit board (21) and the second circuit board (22) are respectively vertically arranged on the main control board (2), and the AirTag module (4) spans the first circuit board (21) and the second circuit board (22).

6. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The USB port (31) and the Type-C port (32) are respectively located on the outside of the first circuit board (21) and the second circuit board (22) relative to the AirTag module (4).

7. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The AirTag module (4) is snapped onto the first circuit board (21) and the second circuit board (22) at both ends.

8. A charging and positioning device based on an automotive OBD interface as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The AirTag module (4) is equipped with a control switch (41).

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