Camera protection assembly for outdoor shooting
By designing camera protection components, which combine components such as slides, connecting plates, dampers, and return springs, the problems of vibration reduction and multi-functional protection in complex environments of existing camera protection have been solved, achieving stable operation of the camera and extending the equipment life.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-31
AI Technical Summary
Existing camera protection methods mainly rely on simple rubber pads or spring structures, which are difficult to effectively cope with strong vibrations in complex environments and cannot simultaneously meet the multiple requirements of dustproof, waterproof, shockproof, and heat dissipation.
An outdoor camera protection assembly was designed, including a camera connection shell, a protective shell, a slide, a connecting plate, a damper, a return spring, a rubber pad, a dustproof net, a cooling fan, and a rain cover. These components are fixed together with bolts to form a stable overall structure, working together to provide multi-layered protection.
It achieves comprehensive shock absorption, dustproof, waterproof and heat dissipation functions, ensuring stable operation of the camera in complex environments, improving the overall shock absorption performance of the protective components, and extending the service life and shooting performance of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of camera technology, and in particular to a protective component for outdoor shooting cameras. Background Technology
[0002] In today's digital age, outdoor filming activities are becoming increasingly frequent, covering multiple fields such as film and television production, news reporting, nature exploration, and live sports broadcasts. The outdoor environment is complex and ever-changing, and cameras face numerous potential threats during operation, placing stringent demands on their protective measures.
[0003] In crowded and high-traffic areas such as transportation hubs and plazas, cameras are at risk of accidental collisions. Unintentional bumps from pedestrians or scratches from vehicles can cause the camera to shift position, fall, or even suffer hardware damage. Existing protective methods mainly include using protective covers and installing shock-absorbing devices. Common shock-absorbing devices are generally simple rubber pads or spring structures, with limited shock absorption capacity, making them ineffective against strong vibrations in complex environments. These traditional protective components often have limited functionality and cannot simultaneously meet the multiple protection requirements of dustproofing, waterproofing, shockproofing, and heat dissipation. Therefore, this utility model proposes a novel solution. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art, and to provide a protective component for outdoor shooting cameras. This component can solve the problem that existing protection methods mainly include using protective covers and installing shock-absorbing devices. Common shock-absorbing devices are generally simple rubber pads or spring structures, which have limited shock absorption capacity and are difficult to effectively cope with strong vibrations in complex environments.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a protective assembly for outdoor shooting cameras, comprising a camera protective shell and a camera;
[0006] A protective component is installed on the camera. The protective component includes a camera connecting shell, which is fixedly connected to the surface of the camera. A first groove is provided on the surface of the camera connecting shell, and a second groove is provided on the inner wall of the camera protective shell.
[0007] The inner wall of the first slide is slidably connected to a first connecting plate, and the inner wall of the second slide is slidably connected to a second connecting plate. Both the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate are fixed to the camera connecting housing and the camera protective housing by bolts.
[0008] Two dampers are provided between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. The two ends of the two dampers are respectively hinged to the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate. Return springs are sleeved on the surface of the two dampers.
[0009] A connecting plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the camera, and a rubber pad is fixedly connected to the outside of the connecting plate. Both the connecting plate and the rubber pad are ring-shaped.
[0010] Preferably, the protective assembly further includes a fixing ring, the inner side of which is fixedly connected to a dustproof net, and the fixing ring is fixed to the camera protective shell by bolts.
[0011] Preferably, the number of the first slide, the second slide, the first connecting plate, the second connecting plate, the damper, and the return spring are all eight groups arranged in a circular array on the outside of the camera.
[0012] Preferably, a cooling fan is fixedly connected to the surface of the dustproof net, and four heat sinks are fixedly connected to the surface of the camera connecting housing.
[0013] Preferably, a rain cover is fixedly connected to the upper front side of the camera.
[0014] Preferably, the lower end of the camera protective housing has two drainage grooves.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0016] 1. This outdoor camera protective assembly, through the cooperation of a first connecting plate, a second connecting plate, a damper, and a return spring, provides reliable shock absorption protection for the camera during outdoor shooting, ensuring stable operation of the camera. The first and second connecting plates are fixed to the camera connecting shell and the camera protective shell respectively by bolts, and the damper, return spring, and related slides are tightly connected into a stable whole. When vibration occurs, the components work together to ensure the effective realization of shock absorption and return functions, providing protection for the camera from multiple directions, resisting external vibration interference in all directions, and improving the overall shock absorption performance of the protective assembly. Attached Figure Description
[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a protective component for an outdoor shooting camera according to the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cooling fan of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the camera of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the heat sink of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the damper of this utility model;
[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the dustproof net of this utility model.
[0024] Reference numerals: 1. Camera protective housing; 2. Camera; 3. Rain cover; 4. Connecting plate; 5. Rubber pad; 6. Camera connecting housing; 7. Heat sink; 8. First slide groove; 9. Second slide groove; 10. Drainage groove; 11. Fixing ring; 12. Dustproof net; 13. Cooling fan; 14. First connecting plate; 15. Second connecting plate; 16. Damper; 17. Return spring. Detailed Implementation
[0025] This section will describe in detail the specific embodiments of the present utility model. The preferred embodiments of the present utility model are shown in the accompanying drawings. The purpose of the drawings is to supplement the textual description with graphics, so that people can intuitively and vividly understand each technical feature and the overall technical solution of the present utility model, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional 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.
[0027] In the description of this utility model, terms such as greater than, less than, and exceeding are understood to exclude the stated number, while terms such as above, below, and within are understood to include the stated number. The use of terms like "first" and "second" is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the quantity or sequence of the indicated technical features.
[0028] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.
[0029] Please see Figure 1-6This utility model provides a technical solution: a protective assembly for an outdoor camera, including a camera protective shell 1 and a camera 2. The protective assembly is mounted on the camera 2 and includes a camera connecting shell 6, which is fixedly connected to the surface of the camera 2. The surface of the camera connecting shell 6 has a first sliding groove 8, and the inner wall of the camera protective shell 1 has a second sliding groove 9. The inner wall of the first sliding groove 8 is slidably connected to a first connecting plate 14, and the inner wall of the second sliding groove 9 is slidably connected to a second connecting plate 15. The first connecting plate 14 and the second connecting plate 15 are both fixed to the camera connecting shell 6 and the camera protective shell 1 by bolts. Two dampers 16 are provided between the first connecting plate 14 and the second connecting plate 15, and the two ends of the two dampers 16 are respectively hinged to the first connecting plate 14 and the second connecting plate 15. The surfaces of the two dampers 16 are fitted with return springs 17. The surface of the camera 2 is fixedly connected to a connecting plate 4, and the outer side of the connecting plate 4 is fixedly connected to a rubber pad 5. Both the connecting plate 4 and the rubber pad 5 are annular.
[0030] The protective assembly also includes a retaining ring 11, on the inner side of which a dustproof net 12 is fixedly connected, and the retaining ring 11 is fixed to the camera protective housing 1 by bolts.
[0031] The number of the first slide rail 8, the second slide rail 9, the first connecting plate 14, the second connecting plate 15, the damper 16, and the return spring 17 are all in eight groups, arranged in a circular array on the outside of the camera 2.
[0032] A cooling fan 13 is fixedly connected to the surface of the dustproof net 12, and four heat sinks 7 are fixedly connected to the surface of the camera connecting housing 6.
[0033] A rain cover 3 is fixedly connected to the upper front side of camera 2.
[0034] Two drainage channels 10 are provided at the lower end of the camera protective housing 1.
[0035] When using this device outdoors, the camera is inevitably subject to vibration or impact. When vibration occurs, the eight sets of components arranged in a ring array on the outside of the camera 2—first sliding groove 8, first connecting plate 14, second sliding groove 9, second connecting plate 15, damper 16, and return spring 17—work together. For example, when shooting on rugged terrain in the wild, or when accidentally touched by pedestrians or objects while shooting on city streets, the camera connecting shell 6 will shift relative to the camera protective shell 1. At this time, the first connecting plate 14 slides in the first sliding groove 8, the second connecting plate 15 slides in the second sliding groove 9, and the damper 16 uses its own characteristics to consume vibration energy and reduce the vibration amplitude. At the same time, the return spring 17, which is sleeved on the surface of the damper 16, will, after the vibration ends, use its elasticity to restore the camera connecting shell 6 and the camera protective shell 1 to a relatively stable position, protecting the precision components inside the camera. In addition, the rubber pad 5 on the outside of the ring connecting plate 4 on the surface of the camera 2, due to its elasticity, can deform during vibration, absorb some of the vibration energy, assist the entire assembly in shock absorption, and reduce the impact on the camera.
[0036] The dustproof net 12 fixed inside the fixing ring 11 is a key component for blocking dust. In outdoor environments with strong winds and sandstorms, such as deserts and construction sites, the dustproof net 12 can effectively filter dust particles in the air and prevent dust from entering the camera protective housing 1. The rubber pad 5 seals the gap between the camera protective housing 1 and the camera 2, preventing dust from entering through this gap, thus achieving a double dustproof effect. This reduces the corrosion of the camera's internal circuitry by dust and extends the camera's service life.
[0037] During prolonged shooting, the camera generates a significant amount of heat. Air enters the camera housing 1 through the dustproof mesh 12, providing essential conditions for heat dissipation. Four heat sinks 7 fixed to the surface of the camera housing 6 increase the heat dissipation area, quickly transferring the heat generated by the camera to the surrounding air. Simultaneously, a cooling fan 13 fixed to the surface of the dustproof mesh 12 accelerates airflow, causing hot air to escape from the drain trough 10. Cool air continuously enters through the dustproof mesh 12, creating a good air circulation, thus achieving efficient heat dissipation and ensuring the camera operates stably within a suitable temperature range, preventing performance degradation or equipment malfunction due to overheating.
[0038] The rain cover 3, which is fixedly connected to the upper front of the camera 2, can effectively prevent rainwater from directly hitting the camera. When shooting in the rain, the rain cover 3 can greatly reduce the impact of rainwater on the camera. Even if a small amount of rainwater enters the camera housing 1 through the gaps, the two drainage channels 10 at the lower end of the camera housing 1 will drain the water in time. During the heat dissipation process, the air is discharged from the drainage channels 10, which not only takes away some heat but also prevents water from accumulating inside the housing, thereby preventing the camera from short-circuiting or being damaged due to water ingress.
[0039] Since the fixing ring 11 is fixed to the surface of the camera protective housing 1 by bolts, it is convenient to clean the dustproof net 12 regularly. The bolt connection can make the dustproof net 12 and the camera protective housing 1 tightly and firmly connected together. In complex outdoor environments, the camera may be subjected to vibration and shaking. The tightening of the bolts can prevent the dustproof net 12 from shifting or falling off in these situations. Only when the dustproof net 12 is stably installed can it effectively play its function of blocking dust, preventing dust from entering the camera protective housing 1, protecting the camera lens, sensor, circuit and other components from dust contamination, thereby ensuring clear image quality and extending the service life of the camera.
[0040] The bolted connection facilitates the disassembly and installation of the dustproof net 12. When the dustproof net 12 accumulates a lot of dust, affecting ventilation and dustproof performance, the dustproof net 12 can be easily removed for cleaning or replacement by unscrewing the bolts. Moreover, the dustproof net 12 can be easily removed when other parts of the camera need repair or maintenance, providing convenience for operation and improving the efficiency of equipment maintenance.
[0041] When shooting outdoors, cameras are often exposed to vibration and impact. The first connecting plate 14 and the second connecting plate 15 are fixed by bolts, which tightly connect the shock-absorbing components such as the first slide 8, the second slide 9, the damper 16, and the return spring 17 into a stable whole. When shooting on rugged terrain in the wild or when the equipment is accidentally touched on urban streets, the bolts can ensure that the position of each component is fixed, allowing the damper 16 and the return spring 17 to effectively perform their shock absorption and reset functions, protecting the precision components inside the camera.
[0042] Furthermore, the first connecting plate 14, the second connecting plate 15, the damper 16, and the return spring 17 work together to provide reliable shock absorption protection for the camera during outdoor shooting, ensuring stable operation of the camera. The first connecting plate 14 and the second connecting plate 15 are fixed to the camera connecting shell 6 and the camera protective shell 1 respectively by bolts, and the damper 16, the return spring 17, and related slides are tightly connected into a stable whole. When vibration occurs, the components work together to ensure the effective realization of shock absorption and reset functions, providing protection for the camera from multiple directions, resisting external vibration interference in all directions, and improving the overall shock absorption performance of the protective components.
[0043] During the assembly of the protective components, the first and second connecting plates can be easily fixed in place with bolts, improving assembly efficiency. During later maintenance, if it is necessary to repair or replace components such as damper 16 and return spring 17, the relevant connecting plates can be easily separated by unscrewing the bolts, which facilitates operation, reduces maintenance difficulty, and improves maintenance efficiency.
[0044] Structural Description: Camera Protective Housing 1: Protects the camera 2 and provides a mounting base for other protective components. The drainage groove 10 at its lower end can drain any accumulated water and prevent the camera from being damaged by water ingress.
[0045] Camera 2: The core equipment for outdoor shooting, and the object protected by the protective components;
[0046] Rain cover 3: Fixed to the upper front of camera 2, it can effectively prevent rainwater from directly hitting camera 2 when shooting in the rain, greatly reducing the damage of rainwater to the camera;
[0047] Connecting plate 4: Fixed to the surface of camera 2, in the shape of a ring, with rubber pad 5 connected to the outside, providing an installation position for rubber pad 5;
[0048] Rubber pad 5: Connected to the outside of the connecting plate 4 in a ring shape; in terms of shock absorption, it deforms during vibration to absorb part of the vibration energy and assists in the shock absorption of the entire component; in terms of dust protection, it seals the gap between the camera protective shell 1 and the camera 2 to prevent dust from entering from the gap, thus achieving a double dust protection effect.
[0049] Camera connecting housing 6: fixed to the surface of camera 2, with a first sliding groove 8 on the surface and four heat sinks 7 connected thereto; the heat sinks 7 increase the heat dissipation area and conduct the heat generated by the camera to the surrounding air;
[0050] Heat sink 7: Fixed to the surface of camera connecting housing 6, four in total, used to increase the heat dissipation area and accelerate camera heat dissipation;
[0051] First groove 8: It is formed on the surface of camera connecting shell 6 and is slidably connected to first connecting plate 14. It provides sliding space for first connecting plate 14 when vibrating, and works with other components to achieve shock absorption function. There are eight sets of them, arranged in a ring array on the outside of camera 2.
[0052] Second slide 9: It is opened on the inner wall of the camera protective shell 1 and is slidably connected to the second connecting plate 15. It provides sliding space for the second connecting plate 15 when vibrating and works with other components to achieve shock absorption. There are eight sets in total, arranged in a ring array on the outside of the camera 2.
[0053] Drainage channels 10: Two are provided at the lower end of the camera protective housing 1; they can drain water that has entered the camera protective housing 1 in a timely manner, and also serve as a channel for hot air to be discharged during heat dissipation, taking away some heat and preventing water from accumulating inside the housing and causing the camera to short circuit or be damaged.
[0054] Fixing ring 11: The dustproof net 12 is fixed on the inner side and is fixed to the camera protective shell 1 by bolts. It is used to install and fix the dustproof net 12.
[0055] Dustproof net 12: Fixed inside the fixing ring 11, it effectively filters dust particles in the air in outdoor environments with strong winds and sand, preventing dust from entering the camera protective housing 1; at the same time, it provides a channel for air to enter during heat dissipation and is part of the air circulation.
[0056] Cooling fan 13: Fixed to the surface of dustproof mesh 12, it accelerates airflow and causes hot air to be discharged from the drain 10. It works in conjunction with heat sink 7 to form a good air circulation, achieve efficient heat dissipation, and ensure that the camera works stably within a suitable temperature range.
[0057] First connecting plate 14: It is slidably connected to the first slide groove 8, and fixed to the camera connecting shell 6 and the camera protective shell 1 by bolts. It is connected to the damper 16 and the reset spring 17 together with the second connecting plate 15. When vibrating, it slides in the first slide groove 8 and works with other components to realize the shock absorption and reset functions. There are eight sets in total, arranged in a ring array on the outside of the camera 2.
[0058] Second connecting plate 15: It is slidably connected to the second slide groove 9, and fixed to the camera connecting shell 6 and camera protective shell 1 by bolts. It is connected to the damper 16 and the reset spring 17 together with the first connecting plate 14. When vibrating, it slides in the second slide groove 9 and works with other components to realize the shock absorption and reset functions. There are eight sets in total, arranged in a ring array on the outside of the camera 2.
[0059] Dampers 16: Two of them are hinged to the first connecting plate 14 and the second connecting plate 15 at both ends respectively; they consume vibration energy by utilizing their own characteristics during vibration, reduce the vibration amplitude, and protect the precision components inside the camera. There are eight sets of them, arranged in a ring array on the outside of the camera 2.
[0060] Return spring 17: It is sleeved on the surface of damper 16. After the vibration ends, it uses its elasticity to restore the camera connecting shell 6 and camera protective shell 1 to a relatively stable position, ensuring stable operation of the camera. There are eight sets of these springs, arranged in a ring array on the outside of the camera 2.
[0061] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A camera protection assembly for outdoor shooting, characterized by: The camera protection shell (1) and the camera (2) are included. The protection assembly is arranged on the camera (2), and the protection assembly includes a camera connecting shell (6) fixedly connected to the surface of the camera (2). The surface of the camera connecting shell (6) is provided with a first sliding groove (8), and the inner wall of the camera protection shell (1) is provided with a second sliding groove (9). The inner wall of the first sliding groove (8) is slidably connected with a first connecting plate (14), and the inner wall of the second sliding groove (9) is slidably connected with a second connecting plate (15). The first connecting plate (14) and the second connecting plate (15) are fixed to the camera connecting shell (6) and the camera protection shell (1) by bolts. Two dampers (16) are arranged between the first connecting plate (14) and the second connecting plate (15). The two ends of the two dampers (16) are hingedly connected with the first connecting plate (14) and the second connecting plate (15), respectively. The surface of the two dampers (16) is sleeved with a reset spring (17). The surface of the camera (2) is fixedly connected with a connecting plate (4), and the outer side of the connecting plate (4) is fixedly connected with a rubber pad (5). The connecting plate (4) and the rubber pad (5) are annular.
2. A camera protection assembly for outdoor photography according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protection assembly further includes a fixing ring (11) fixedly connected with a dust screen (12) on the inner side. The fixing ring (11) and the camera protection shell (1) are fixed by bolts.
3. The camera protection assembly for outdoor photography of claim 1, wherein: The number of the first sliding groove (8), the second sliding groove (9), the first connecting plate (14), the second connecting plate (15), the damper (16) and the reset spring (17) is eight, which are annularly arranged on the outer side of the camera (2).
4. The camera protection assembly for outdoor photography of claim 2, wherein: The surface of the dust screen (12) is fixedly connected with a cooling fan (13), and the surface of the camera connecting shell (6) is fixedly connected with four cooling fins (7).
5. The camera protection assembly for outdoor photography of claim 1, wherein: The front upper end of the camera (2) is fixedly connected with a rain cover (3).
6. The camera protection assembly for outdoor photography of claim 1, wherein: The lower end of the camera protection shell (1) is provided with two drainage grooves (10). The surface of the dust screen (12) is fixedly connected with a cooling fan (13), and the surface of the camera connecting shell (6) is fixedly connected with four cooling fins (7).