Container and liquid cooling system
By setting snap-fit components and switch assemblies on the container, the cover can be automatically snapped on or off using a telescopic air rod, solving the problem of cumbersome cover operation in the prior art and realizing convenient cover operation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-03
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the operation of opening or closing the lid of the container is cumbersome, requiring the tightening or loosening of multiple latches one by one, and may require considerable force.
The container body and the cover are equipped with interlocking snap-fit components and a switch assembly, such as a telescopic pneumatic rod. By controlling the switch assembly to apply or release pressure to the snap-fit components, the cover can be automatically snapped in or out, simplifying the operation.
By simplifying the process of opening or closing the cover, the ease of operation is improved, and the difficulty and force required for operation are reduced.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This application relates to the field of container technology, specifically to a container and a liquid cooling system. Background Technology
[0002] A container is a basic device used to hold materials, primarily consisting of a shell. To protect the materials inside and prevent contamination, the openings on the container used to hold the materials are usually covered. For example, in a liquid cooling system, the cabinet used to hold the coolant is typically equipped with multiple latches, which are engaged to keep the cabinet and door closed. However, closing or opening the cabinet requires individually engaging or disengaging these latches, making the process cumbersome. Utility Model Content
[0003] In view of the above problems, this application provides a container and a liquid cooling system to solve the problem that the operation of opening or closing the container is relatively cumbersome in the prior art.
[0004] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a container is provided, the container comprising: a container body, a cover plate, and a switch assembly; the container body and the cover plate are movably connected; a first latching member is provided on the cover plate, and a second latching member is provided on the container body, the second latching member being rotatably connected to the container body, the second latching member being used to engage or disengage with the first latching member during rotation, so that the cover plate can be closed or opened relative to the container body; the switch assembly is provided on the container body, and the switch assembly is used to apply pressure to the second latching member when the cover plate is closed, so that the second latching member rotates and abuts against the first latching member, thereby pressing the cover plate tightly against the container body; the switch assembly is also used to release the pressure on the second latching member, causing the second latching member to rotate, and simultaneously moving the cover plate open, separating the first latching member from the second latching member.
[0005] In one alternative embodiment, the switching assembly includes a first telescopic air rod and a second telescopic air rod connected by a conduit. The conduit, the internal spaces of the first telescopic air rod and the second telescopic air rod together form a pressure chamber, in which a valve is installed. One end of the first telescopic air rod is connected to the container body, and the other end is connected to a cover plate. The first telescopic air rod is used to extend as the cover plate is opened, and during the extension process, external gas is drawn into the pressure chamber through the valve. The second telescopic air rod is fixed to the container body, and the telescopic end of the second telescopic air rod is positioned facing the second snap-fit member. The valve is used to close during the closing of the cover plate, and the first telescopic air rod is used to retract as the cover plate closes, so that the gas in the pressure chamber flows into the second telescopic air rod. The second telescopic air rod is used to extend as internal gas enters and abuts against the second snap-fit member to apply pressure to the second snap-fit member. The valve is also used to discharge the gas in the pressure chamber when it is opened, so that the pressure of the second telescopic air rod on the second snap-fit member is relieved.
[0006] In one alternative embodiment, the valve includes a first valve and a second valve; the first valve is used to draw external gas into the pressure chamber when the first telescopic air rod extends as the cover is opened; the second valve is used to close during the closing of the cover, and the second valve is also used to discharge the gas in the pressure chamber when it is opened, so as to relieve the pressure of the second telescopic air rod on the second latching member.
[0007] In one alternative embodiment, the switch assembly further includes a button located on the outside of the container body, the button being connected to a second valve and used to control the second valve to open or close.
[0008] In one alternative embodiment, the switching assembly further includes a pneumatic switch disposed in a pipeline; the pneumatic chamber is divided into a first pneumatic chamber and a second pneumatic chamber by the pneumatic switch, the pipeline between the pneumatic switch and the first telescopic air rod and the internal space of the first telescopic air rod form the first pneumatic chamber, the pipeline between the pneumatic switch and the second telescopic air rod and the internal space of the second telescopic air rod form the second pneumatic chamber, a first valve is disposed in the first pneumatic chamber, and a second valve is disposed in the second pneumatic chamber; the pneumatic switch is configured to be in a closed state by default, so as to increase the air pressure in the first telescopic air rod and generate damping during the closing of the cover plate; the pneumatic switch is used to be triggered by the cover plate when the cover plate moves to a preset position to open, so as to allow gas in the pneumatic chamber to pass through and flow toward the second telescopic air rod.
[0009] In one alternative embodiment, the pneumatic switch includes a push-button switch, which is pressed and opened by the cover when the cover moves to a preset position.
[0010] In one alternative embodiment, the second latching member includes a rotating rod, the middle position of which is rotatably connected to the container body. One end of the rotating rod is provided with a clamping part, and the other end is used to withstand the pressure applied by the switch assembly when the cover is closed, so that the rotating rod rotates, thereby causing the first latching member to be latched and clamped by the clamping part.
[0011] In one alternative embodiment, the clamping portion has a first inclined surface, which is used to abut against the first latching member and apply pressure away from the cover plate to the first latching member when the rotating rod is subjected to pressure applied by the switching assembly, so as to press the cover plate onto the container body.
[0012] In one alternative embodiment, the clamping part has a second inclined surface, which is used to abut against the first latching member and withstand the pressure exerted by the first latching member away from the cover plate during the closing process of the cover plate, causing the rotating rod to rotate, thereby causing the clamping part to avoid the first latching member.
[0013] According to another aspect of the embodiments of this application, a liquid cooling system is provided, the liquid cooling system including the container described in any of the above claims, the container being used to contain coolant.
[0014] This embodiment of the application provides a switch assembly on the container body. When the cover is closed, the switch assembly applies pressure to the second latching member on the container body, causing the second latching member to rotate and press the first latching member on the cover, thereby keeping the cover and the container body closed. When the cover is opened, it is only necessary to release the pressure of the switch assembly on the second latching member, and the first latching member will automatically separate from the second latching member as the cover is opened, simplifying the process of opening or closing the cover and making it easier for users to operate.
[0015] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this application. In order to better understand the technical means of this application and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, and to make the above and other objects, features and advantages of this application more obvious and understandable, the following are specific embodiments of this application. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the following detailed description of preferred embodiments. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, the same reference numerals denote the same parts throughout the drawings. In the drawings:
[0017] Figure 1 A perspective view of the container in the closed state provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown;
[0018] Figure 2 This is a perspective view of the container in the closed state provided in an embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 3 A perspective view of the container in the open state provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown;
[0020] Figure 4 It shows Figure 2 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;
[0021] Figure 5 A partial structural schematic diagram of the container provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown.
[0022] The reference numerals in the detailed embodiments are as follows:
[0023] 100. Container; 10. Container body; 20. Cover plate; 30. Switch assembly;
[0024] 11. Second snap-fit component; 111. Rotating rod; 112. Pressing part; 1121. First inclined surface; 1122. Second inclined surface;
[0025] 21. First card connector;
[0026] 31. Pipeline; 32. First telescopic air rod; 33. Second telescopic air rod; 34. Air pressure chamber; 341. First air pressure chamber; 342. Second air pressure chamber; 35. Valve; 351. First valve; 352. Second valve; 36. Button; 37. Air circuit switch; 371. Push button switch. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The embodiments of the technical solution of this application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These embodiments are only used to more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application and are therefore merely examples, and should not be used to limit the scope of protection of this application.
[0028] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains; the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application; the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, in the specification, claims, and foregoing description of the drawings are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.
[0029] In the description of the embodiments of this application, technical terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish different objects and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number, specific order, or primary and secondary relationship of the indicated technical features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly defined.
[0030] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of this application. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.
[0031] In the description of the embodiments in this application, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent three cases: A exists, A and B exist simultaneously, and B exists. In addition, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the related objects before and after it have an "or" relationship.
[0032] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more (including two), similarly, "multiple sets" refers to two or more (including two sets), and "multiple pieces" refers to two or more (including two pieces).
[0033] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the technical terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" 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 the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and are not intended to 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 the embodiments of this application.
[0034] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, technical terms such as "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing" 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. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0035] The primary function of containers is to store various materials. For example, containers in liquid cooling systems are mainly used to hold coolant, electronic equipment, etc. Therefore, containers usually have openings to facilitate the placement and removal of materials, or cleaning of the container. In addition, to prevent the contents of the container from overflowing, to prevent dust, bacteria, or other contaminants from entering the container, or to protect the contents, the opening of the container is usually covered with a shield (e.g., a cover plate, top cover, etc.), and there are interlocking fasteners or other fixing devices between the container and the shield to keep the container closed.
[0036] Taking a server rack in a liquid cooling system as an example, the rack is equipped with multiple latches. When closing the rack door, these latches must be engaged one by one to lock the rack and door and keep the door closed. When opening the rack door, these latches must be disengaged one by one to unlock the door. Engaging and disengaging the latches when closing or opening the rack door is cumbersome and sometimes requires considerable force.
[0037] Based on this, this application provides a container with mutually engaging snap-fit components on both the container body and the cover. The container body also includes a switching assembly, such as a hydraulic rod, cylinder, or telescopic rod. By controlling whether the switching assembly applies pressure to the snap-fit components on the container body, the snap-fit components on the container body and the cover can be engaged or disengaged, allowing the cover to be closed or opened relative to the container body. This structure allows for the tightening or unlocking of the cover by controlling whether the switching assembly applies pressure to the snap-fit components on the container body, eliminating the need to individually fasten or unlock the latches. The process of opening or closing the cover is simple and easy to operate. Furthermore, the switching assembly can be automatically controlled by a control device to apply pressure to the snap-fit components, thereby achieving automatic pressing of the cover and the container body.
[0038] Taking the telescopic air spring as an example, when closing the cover, the pressure inside the telescopic air spring is increased, causing the air spring to extend and abut against the locking device on the container body. This applies pressure to the locking device on the container body, causing the locking device on the cover to be engaged and pressed tightly against the container body. When opening the cover, the pressure inside the telescopic air spring is reduced to release the pressure applied by the air spring to the locking device on the container body, thereby unlocking the cover and allowing it to open relative to the container body.
[0039] Please see Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 1 and Figure 2 Two perspective views of the container in its closed state are shown. Figure 3 A perspective view of the container in the open state is shown. The container 100 includes a container body 10, a cover 20, and a switch assembly 30.
[0040] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the container body 10 and the cover plate 20 are movably connected. The cover plate 20 is provided with a first snap-fit member 21, and the container body 10 is provided with a second snap-fit member 11. The second snap-fit member 11 is rotatably connected to the container body 10. The second snap-fit member 11 is used to snap or separate from the first snap-fit member 21 during rotation, so that the cover plate 20 can be closed or opened relative to the container body 10.
[0041] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the switch assembly 30 is disposed on the container body 10. The switch assembly 30 is used to apply pressure to the second latching member 11 when the cover 20 is closed, causing the second latching member 11 to rotate and abut against the first latching member 21, thereby pressing the cover 20 onto the container body 10. The switch assembly 30 is also used to release the pressure on the second latching member 11, causing the second latching member 11 to rotate, simultaneously moving the cover 20 open and separating the first latching member 21 from the second latching member 11.
[0042] Container 100 can be a cabinet in a liquid cooling system, or a storage container for chemicals, hazardous materials, etc. The container body 10 is the main structure on container 100 used to contain materials, and it typically has openings to facilitate the storage, removal, and inspection of materials. A cover 20 is used to cover the openings on the container body 10, creating a sealed space inside the container 100 to protect the materials inside and prevent leakage. Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the cover plate 20 and the container body 10 are movably connected, so that the cover plate 20 can be opened or closed relative to the container body 10. Specifically, the cover plate 20 and the container body 10 can be rotatably connected by a structure such as a pivot or hinge, or can be slidably connected by a structure such as a guide rail.
[0043] The first latching member 21 and the second latching member 11 are used to press and fix the cover plate 20 onto the container body 10 when they are latched together. The switch assembly 30 is used to apply pressure to the second latching member 11 to press and fix the cover plate 20 onto the container body 10. Specifically, as Figure 2 As shown, the second snap-fit member 11 includes a rotating rod 111. The middle position of the rotating rod 111 is rotatably connected to the container body 10. One end of the rotating rod 111 is provided with a pressing part 112, and the other end is used to withstand the pressure applied by the switch assembly 30 when the cover plate 20 is closed, so that the rotating rod 111 rotates, thereby causing the first snap-fit member 21 to be snapped and pressed by the pressing part 112.
[0044] Taking the switch assembly 30 as an example of a telescopic gas rod, when the cover plate 20 is closed, the pressure inside the telescopic gas rod is increased, for example, by using a pump or compressed gas tank to inject gas into the telescopic gas rod, so that the telescopic gas rod extends and abuts against the end of the rotating rod 111 away from the pressing part 112. Pressure is applied to the end of the rotating rod 111 away from the pressing part 112 in the direction shown by arrow A, so that the rotating rod 111 rotates in a clockwise direction, thereby pressing the first locking member 21. When it is necessary to open the cover plate 20, the pressure inside the telescopic gas rod is reduced, for example, by using a valve or air nozzle to release some of the gas inside the telescopic gas rod, so that the telescopic gas rod releases the pressure on the rotating rod 111, thereby allowing the first locking member 21 to separate from the pressing part 112 as the cover plate 20 is opened.
[0045] Furthermore, in order to ensure that the cover plate 20 and the container body 10 are tightly pressed together when the first latching member 21 is pressed by the second latching member 11, such as... Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, Figure 4 It shows Figure 2The enlarged structure at point B has a first inclined surface 1121 on the pressing part 112. The first inclined surface 1121 is used to abut against the first latching member 21 and apply pressure away from the cover plate 20 to the first latching member 21 when the rotating rod 111 is subjected to the pressure applied by the switch assembly 30, so as to press the cover plate 20 onto the container body 10.
[0046] Specifically, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, after the rotating rod 111 receives the pressure applied by the switch assembly 30, it rotates clockwise, causing the first inclined surface 1121 to abut against the first latching member 21 and applying pressure to the first latching member 21 in the direction indicated by arrow C. This pressure generates a downward component force to press the first latching member 21 downward, thereby pressing the cover plate 20 against the container body 10, i.e., the cover plate 20 and the container body 10 are tightly pressed together. In addition, when a sealing structure such as a sealing ring or sealing gasket is sandwiched between the cover plate 20 and the container body 10, the cover plate 20 can be pressed against the container body 10 while maintaining a sealed state between the cover plate 20 and the container body 10.
[0047] Furthermore, based on the working principle of the switch assembly 30 as a telescopic pneumatic rod, the switch assembly 30 can also be a hydraulic rod, a cylinder, or other components. When the cover plate 20 is closed, the piston rod on the control element extends and applies pressure to the second latching member 11. When it is necessary to open the cover plate 20, the piston rod on the control element retracts to release the pressure on the second latching member 11.
[0048] In the above embodiments, by providing a switch assembly 30 on the container body 10, when the cover 20 is closed, the switch assembly 30 applies pressure to the second latching member 11 on the container body 10, causing the second latching member 11 to rotate and press the first latching member 21 on the cover 20, thereby keeping the cover 20 and the container body 10 closed. When the cover 20 is opened, it is only necessary to release the pressure of the switch assembly 30 on the second latching member 11, and the first latching member 21 can automatically separate from the second latching member 11 as the cover 20 is opened, simplifying the process of opening or closing the cover 20 and making it easier for users to operate.
[0049] Considering the high cost of components such as hydraulic rods and cylinders, in order to reduce the cost of container 100, in some embodiments, such as... Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the switch assembly 30 includes a first telescopic air rod 32 and a second telescopic air rod 33 connected by a pipe 31. The internal spaces of the pipe 31, the first telescopic air rod 32, and the second telescopic air rod 33 together form a pressure chamber 34, in which a valve 35 is installed. One end of the first telescopic air rod 32 is connected to the container body 10, and the other end is connected to the cover plate 20. The first telescopic air rod 32 is used to extend as the cover plate 20 is opened, and during the extension process, external gas is drawn into the pressure chamber 34 through the valve 35.
[0050] The second telescopic air rod 33 is fixed to the container body 10, with its telescopic end facing the second locking member 11. The valve 35 is used to close during the closing of the cover 20. The first telescopic air rod 32 is used to retract as the cover 20 closes, allowing gas in the pressure chamber 34 to flow into the second telescopic air rod 33. The second telescopic air rod 33 is used to extend as internal gas enters and abuts against the second locking member 11 to apply pressure to it. The valve 35 is also used to discharge gas from the pressure chamber 34 when open, thereby relieving pressure from the second telescopic air rod 33 on the second locking member 11.
[0051] The first telescopic air rod 32 and the second telescopic air rod 33 are mechanical devices that utilize gas pressure to achieve telescopic function. They can be extended by increasing the pressure inside the air rod. Pipe 31 connects the internal spaces of the first telescopic air rod 32 and the second telescopic air rod 33, so that pipe 31, the internal spaces of the first telescopic air rod 32 and the second telescopic air rod 33 together form a pressure chamber 34. Therefore, the extension or retraction of the first telescopic air rod 32 or the second telescopic air rod 33 is controlled by controlling the pressure within the pressure chamber 34.
[0052] Specifically, a valve 35 is installed on the pressure chamber 34. The valve 35 is used to control whether the pressure chamber 34 is connected to the external environment. Only one valve 35 can be installed on the pressure chamber 34. By controlling the opening or closing of this valve 35, the pressure change inside the pressure chamber 34 is controlled. The specific working process is as follows:
[0053] When the cover plate 20 is opened, the control valve 35 opens, allowing the air pressure chamber 34 to connect with the external environment. At this time, as the cover plate 20 opens, it causes the first telescopic air rod 32 to extend, meaning the cover plate 20 extends from... Figure 2 The closed state change shown is Figure 3 During the open state shown, the length of the first telescopic air rod 32 will increase, the space inside the first telescopic air rod 32 will increase, that is, the space of the air pressure chamber 34 will increase, and external gas will enter the air pressure chamber 34 through the valve 35 so that the pressure inside the air pressure chamber 34 is consistent with the pressure of the external environment.
[0054] When the cover plate 20 is closed, the control valve 35 closes, isolating the air pressure chamber 34 from the external environment. At this time, during the closing process, the cover plate 20 compresses the first telescopic air rod 32, meaning the cover plate 20... Figure 3 The open state change shown is Figure 2 During the closed state shown, the length of the first telescopic air rod 32 decreases, and the internal space of the first telescopic air rod 32 decreases, causing the gas in the pressure chamber 34 to flow into the second telescopic air rod 33. This causes the second telescopic air rod 33 to extend due to increased internal pressure. After extension, the second telescopic air rod 33 abuts against the second locking member 11 and applies pressure to it, thereby pressing the cover plate 20 onto the container body 10. Furthermore, during this process, since the valve 35 is in the closed state, after the cover plate 20 is closed, the internal space of the pressure chamber 34 remains unchanged, and the second telescopic air rod 33 continues to apply pressure to the second locking member 11, thus keeping the cover plate 20 pressed against the container body 10.
[0055] If you want to open the cover plate 20, control valve 35 is opened, so that the air pressure chamber 34 is connected to the external environment. At this time, some of the gas in the air pressure chamber 34 will be discharged to the external environment, so that the second telescopic air rod 33 releases the pressure on the second locking member 11. At the same time, when the cover plate 20 is opened, the first locking member 21 can separate from the second locking member 11 along with the cover plate 20.
[0056] Of course, for ease of control, valve 35 may also include a first valve 351 and a second valve 352. The first valve 351 is used to draw external gas into the pressure chamber 34 when the first telescopic air rod 32 extends as the cover plate 20 is opened. The second valve 352 is used to close during the closing of the cover plate 20, and the second valve 352 is also used to discharge the gas in the pressure chamber 34 when it is opened, so that the second telescopic air rod 33 releases the pressure on the second latching member 11. The first valve 351 may be a one-way valve (e.g., a check valve), thus utilizing the one-way conduction characteristic of the first valve 351, so that gas can only enter the pressure chamber 34 through the first valve 351 during both the opening and closing of the cover plate 20.
[0057] Therefore, when opening or closing the cover 20, the second valve 352 only needs to be opened when the cover 20 is opened, so that the second telescopic air rod 33 releases the pressure on the second locking member 11. Then, the second valve 352 closes when the second locking member 11 and the first locking member 21 separate. The subsequent extension process of the first telescopic air rod 32 can be achieved by absorbing external gas through the first valve 351, making the control of valve 35 more convenient. In addition, the second valve 352 can be configured to be in a closed state by default. In this way, the second valve 352 only needs to be opened when the cover 20 is opened, further simplifying the control process of valve 35. Specifically, the second valve 352 can be an exhaust valve.
[0058] Furthermore, to facilitate the control of opening or closing the second valve 352, the switch assembly 30 also includes a button 36 disposed on the outside of the container body 10. The button 36 is connected to the second valve 352 and is used to control the opening or closing of the second valve 352. With this structure, the opening or closing of the second valve 352 can be easily controlled simply by pressing the button 36, making the control of the second valve 352 quite convenient.
[0059] In the above embodiments, pressure is applied to the second latching member 11 by the first telescopic air rod 32 and the second telescopic air rod 33, so that the cover plate 20 is pressed tightly onto the container body 10. This method is less expensive than structures such as hydraulic rods and cylinders, and it eliminates the need for fuel or control equipment to control the switch assembly 30 to apply pressure to the second latching member 11, further reducing costs. In addition, external gas can be drawn into the pneumatic chamber 34 by extending the first telescopic air rod 32, and then the gas in the pneumatic chamber 34 can flow towards the second telescopic air rod 33 by compressing the first telescopic air rod 32, so that the second telescopic air rod 33 applies pressure to the second latching member 11, thereby achieving automatic pressing of the cover plate 20 and the container body 10.
[0060] Furthermore, to avoid excessive force applied to the cover 20 when closing the cover 20, which could cause a violent collision between the cover 20 and the container body 10, in some embodiments, the switch assembly 30 further includes a pneumatic switch 37. The pneumatic switch 37 is disposed in the pipeline 31. The pneumatic chamber 34 is divided into a first pneumatic chamber 341 and a second pneumatic chamber 342 by the pneumatic switch 37. The pipeline 31 between the pneumatic switch 37 and the first telescopic air rod 32, as well as the internal space of the first telescopic air rod 32, form the first pneumatic chamber 341. The pipeline 31 between the pneumatic switch 37 and the second telescopic air rod 33, as well as the internal space of the second telescopic air rod 33, form the second pneumatic chamber 342. A first valve 351 is disposed in the first pneumatic chamber 341, and a second valve 352 is disposed in the second pneumatic chamber 342.
[0061] The pneumatic switch 37 is configured to be closed by default, so as to increase the air pressure in the first telescopic air rod 32 and generate damping during the closing of the cover plate 20. The pneumatic switch 37 is used to be triggered by the cover plate 20 when the cover plate 20 moves to a preset position, so as to allow gas in the pneumatic chamber 34 to pass through and flow towards the second telescopic air rod 33.
[0062] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the air circuit switch 37 is installed on the pipeline 31 between the first telescopic air rod 32 and the second telescopic air rod 33, and is configured to be in the closed state by default, thereby separating the internal spaces of the first telescopic air rod 32 and the second telescopic air rod 33, that is, the air pressure chamber 34 is divided into the first air pressure chamber 341 and the second air pressure chamber 342.
[0063] The first valve 351 is located in the first air pressure chamber 341. When the cover plate 20 is opened, the first telescopic air rod 32 can draw external gas into the first air pressure chamber 341 through the first valve 351. Specifically, the first valve 351 can be located on the air circuit switch 37 or the first telescopic air rod 32, or it can be located on the pipeline 31 between the air circuit switch and the first telescopic air rod 32.
[0064] The second valve 352 is located in the second air pressure chamber 342, and the air circuit switch 37 is configured to be closed by default. When the cover 20 is closed, the first telescopic air rod 32 is compressed, and the gas in the first air pressure chamber 341 cannot be discharged through the air circuit switch 37 or the first valve 351. The pressure in the first air pressure chamber 341 increases, causing the first telescopic air rod 32 to generate damping, thereby reducing the closing speed of the cover 20, preventing the cover 20 from closing too quickly due to excessive pressure, and preventing the cover 20 from colliding with the container body 10.
[0065] Furthermore, when the cover plate 20 moves to a preset position, the air circuit switch 37 is triggered by the cover plate 20 to open, connecting the first air pressure chamber 341 and the second air pressure chamber 342, causing the gas in the first air pressure chamber 341 to flow towards the second air pressure chamber 342, thereby causing the gas in the air pressure chamber 34 to flow towards the second telescopic air rod 33. Specifically, as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the pneumatic switch 37 includes a push-button switch 371, which is pressed and opened by the cover plate 20 when the cover plate 20 moves to a preset position. Figure 3As shown, when the cover 20 is opened, the push-button switch 371 is released and protrudes upward from the container body 10. During the closing process, the cover 20 gradually approaches the push-button switch 371. After the cover 20 contacts the switch, it continues to close, so that the push-button switch 371 is pressed and opened by the cover 20. With this structure, during the closing process, the cover 20 can automatically trigger the air circuit switch 37 to open, allowing the gas in the air pressure chamber 34 to flow to the second telescopic air rod 33.
[0066] Of course, the air circuit switch 37 may also include measuring devices such as sensors and rangefinders, and then control the air circuit switch 37 to open based on the data detected by the measuring devices. For example, a threshold may be preset, and when the measuring devices detect that the distance between the cover plate 20 and the container body 10 is less than or equal to the threshold, the air circuit switch 37 will be automatically opened.
[0067] In the above embodiment, by setting an air circuit switch 37 on the pipeline 31, on the one hand, the air pressure chamber 34 is divided into a first air pressure chamber 341 and a second air pressure chamber 342, so that the air pressure in the first telescopic air rod 32 increases and generates damping during the closing of the cover plate 20, thereby reducing the closing speed of the cover plate 20. On the other hand, the air circuit switch 37 is triggered by the cover plate 20. When the cover plate 20 moves to a preset position, the air circuit switch 37 is opened, so that the gas in the air pressure chamber 34 flows normally towards the second telescopic air rod 33, thereby applying pressure to the second snap-fit member 11 by the second telescopic air rod 33, ensuring the normal pressing of the cover plate 20.
[0068] Furthermore, to facilitate the closing of the cover 20, in some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 A partial structure of the container 100 is shown. The clamping part 112 has a second inclined surface 1122. The second inclined surface 1122 is used to abut against the first latching member 21 during the closing of the cover plate 20 and to bear the pressure applied by the first latching member 21 away from the cover plate 20, so that the rotating rod 111 rotates, thereby causing the clamping part 112 to avoid the first latching member 21.
[0069] Specifically, such as Figure 5 As shown, during the closing process of the cover 20, after the first latching member 21 abuts against the second inclined surface 1122, if the cover 20 continues to move closer to the container body 10, the first latching member 21 will apply pressure to the second inclined surface 1122 in the direction shown by arrow D. This pressure will generate a component force to the left, causing the rotating rod 111 to rotate counterclockwise. The pressing part 112 avoids the first latching member 21 as the rotating rod 111 rotates, so that the first latching member 21 continues to move downward as the cover 20 closes, and is latched and pressed by the pressing part 112 when the switch assembly 30 applies pressure to the rotating rod 111.
[0070] In the above embodiment, by providing a second inclined surface 1122 on the pressing part 112, pressure can be applied to the second inclined surface 1122 by the first snap-fit member 21 during the process of closing the cover 20, so that the pressing part 112 avoids the first snap-fit member 21, and avoids the cover 20 being affected by the obstruction of the pressing part 112 when closing the cover 20.
[0071] In addition, in order to keep the surface of the container 100 clean, in some embodiments, a mounting cavity is provided on the wall of the container body 10, and the second snap-fit member 11 and the switch assembly 30 are both disposed in the mounting cavity. This avoids the need to provide multiple components on the outer surface of the container body 10 and keeps the surface of the container 100 clean.
[0072] According to another aspect of the embodiments of this application, a liquid cooling system is also provided, which includes a container as described in any of the above claims, the container being used to contain coolant for cooling electronic devices through the coolant in the container.
[0073] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and not to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of this application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the embodiments can be combined in any way. This application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A container, characterized in that, The container includes: a container body, a cover, and a switch assembly; The container body and the cover plate are movably connected; The cover plate is provided with a first snap-fit component, and the container body is provided with a second snap-fit component. The second snap-fit component is rotatably connected to the container body. The second snap-fit component is used to snap into or separate from the first snap-fit component when rotating, so that the cover plate can be closed or opened relative to the container body. The switch assembly is disposed on the container body. The switch assembly is used to apply pressure to the second latching member when the cover is closed, so that the second latching member rotates and abuts against the first latching member, thereby pressing the cover onto the container body. The switch assembly is also used to rotate the second latch when the pressure on the second latch is released, and at the same time the cover can be moved open, separating the first latch from the second latch.
2. The container according to claim 1, characterized in that, The switching assembly includes a first telescopic air rod and a second telescopic air rod connected by a pipeline. The pipeline, the internal space of the first telescopic air rod and the second telescopic air rod together form a pressure chamber, and a valve is provided in the pressure chamber. One end of the first telescopic air rod is connected to the container body, and the other end is connected to the cover plate. The first telescopic air rod is used to extend as the cover plate is opened, and during the extension process, external gas is drawn into the air pressure chamber through the valve. The second telescopic air rod is fixed to the container body, and the telescopic end of the second telescopic air rod is oriented toward the second snap-fit component; The valve is used to close during the closing of the cover plate, and the first telescopic air rod is used to retract as the cover plate closes, so that the gas in the air pressure chamber flows into the second telescopic air rod; The second telescopic gas rod is used to extend as internal gas enters and abut against the second snap-fit member to apply pressure to the second snap-fit member; The valve is also used to discharge gas from the pneumatic chamber when opened, so as to release the pressure on the second snap-fit member by the second telescopic air rod.
3. The container according to claim 2, characterized in that, The valve includes a first valve and a second valve; The first valve is used to draw external gas into the pneumatic chamber when the first telescopic air rod extends as the cover plate is opened; The second valve is used to close during the closing of the cover plate, and the second valve is also used to discharge the gas in the pneumatic chamber when it is opened, so as to release the pressure of the second telescopic air rod on the second snap-fit member.
4. The container according to claim 3, characterized in that, The switch assembly also includes a button disposed on the outside of the container body, the button being connected to the second valve, and the button being used to control the second valve to open or close.
5. The container according to claim 3, characterized in that, The switching assembly further includes a pneumatic switch, which is disposed in the pipeline; The pneumatic chamber is divided into a first pneumatic chamber and a second pneumatic chamber by the pneumatic switch. The pipeline between the pneumatic switch and the first telescopic air rod and the internal space of the first telescopic air rod form the first pneumatic chamber. The pipeline between the pneumatic switch and the second telescopic air rod and the internal space of the second telescopic air rod form the second pneumatic chamber. The first valve is disposed in the first pneumatic chamber and the second valve is disposed in the second pneumatic chamber. The pneumatic switch is configured to be closed by default, so as to increase the air pressure in the first telescopic air rod and generate damping during the closing of the cover plate. The air circuit switch is activated by the cover plate when the cover plate moves to a preset position, so that the gas in the air pressure chamber can pass through and flow toward the second telescopic air rod.
6. The container according to claim 5, characterized in that, The pneumatic switch includes a push-button switch, which is used to be pressed and opened by the cover plate when the cover plate moves to the preset position.
7. The container according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The second snap-fit component includes a rotating rod, the middle position of which is rotatably connected to the container body. One end of the rotating rod is provided with a pressing part, and the other end is used to withstand the pressure applied by the switch assembly when the cover is closed, so that the rotating rod rotates, thereby causing the first snap-fit component to be snapped and pressed by the pressing part.
8. The container according to claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping part has a first inclined surface, which is used to abut against the first snap-fit member and apply pressure away from the cover plate to the first snap-fit member when the rotating rod is subjected to the pressure applied by the switch assembly, so as to press the cover plate tightly onto the container body.
9. The container according to claim 7, characterized in that, The pressing part has a second inclined surface, which is used to abut against the first snap-fit member during the closing of the cover plate and bear the pressure applied by the first snap-fit member away from the cover plate, so that the rotating rod rotates, thereby causing the pressing part to avoid the first snap-fit member.
10. A liquid cooling system, characterized in that, The liquid cooling system includes: a container as described in any one of claims 1-9, the container being used to contain coolant.