Camera module and interactive equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of display equipment, and discloses a camera module and interactive equipment. The camera module comprises cameras and a mounting base, the mounting base is provided with a plurality of camera faces, at least two camera faces in the plurality of camera faces are arranged in an intersecting mode, and each camera face is provided with at least one camera. The plurality of cameras work cooperatively, so that the shooting range of the camera module is widened; each camera is responsible for shooting a picture at a certain angle, and a visual angle wider than that of a single camera can be obtained by combining the cameras, so that shooting of a larger area or shooting of a wider scene is facilitated, the visual blind area is reduced, and the limitation of the shooting range is reduced. Diversified installation angles are provided for the cameras through the crossed camera shooting faces, so that the cameras can shoot target scenes from different directions, the shooting view angles are enriched, comprehensive monitoring or shooting of complex scenes is facilitated, and shooting dead angles are reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of display device technology, and in particular to a camera module and interactive device. Background Technology

[0002] A camera module is an integrated component used to capture, convert, and process image signals to achieve camera functionality.

[0003] In related technologies, a camera module includes a single camera and a mounting base, with the camera fixedly mounted on the mounting base. However, this mounting method limits the camera module to capturing images within a certain field of view, making it difficult to meet the panoramic monitoring needs of complex scenarios. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a camera module and an interactive device, which aims to solve the technical problem of limited shooting range of camera modules in related technologies.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of this application, a camera module is provided, including a camera and a mounting base. The mounting base has multiple camera surfaces, at least two of which are intersecting, and each camera surface is provided with at least one camera.

[0006] Optionally, the mounting base has a mounting front, at least one of the multiple camera surfaces is a camera plane, which is parallel to the mounting front; at least one of the multiple camera surfaces is a camera bevel, which is intersected with the mounting front.

[0007] Optionally, two adjacent camera faces are arranged to intersect.

[0008] Optionally, one of two adjacent camera surfaces is a camera plane and the other is a camera ramp.

[0009] Optionally, there are two camera planes and two camera inclined planes; the two camera planes are the first plane and the second plane, and the two camera inclined planes are the first inclined plane and the second inclined plane; the first plane, the first inclined plane, the second plane, and the second inclined plane are set in sequence.

[0010] Optionally, the mounting base also has a back side disposed opposite to the mounting front side; a first inclined surface is disposed from the mounting front side to the back side towards a second plane, and a second inclined surface is disposed from the mounting front side to the back side towards a second plane.

[0011] Optionally, the camera set on the first plane is a wide-angle camera, and the cameras set on the first inclined plane, the second plane, and the second inclined plane are telephoto cameras or standard cameras.

[0012] Optionally, the camera surface is provided with a mounting groove, and the camera is embedded in the mounting groove; the mounting groove is a stepped groove, the mounting groove has a limiting groove bottom, the camera has a limiting surface, and the limiting groove bottom is used to prevent the camera from moving toward the camera surface by contacting the limiting surface; the camera module also includes a pressing member, which is located on the back side away from the camera surface and is provided on the mounting base, for applying a pressing force toward the camera facing the camera surface.

[0013] Optionally, each camera face is equipped with one camera.

[0014] According to another aspect of this application, an interactive device is provided, including a device body and the aforementioned camera module, wherein the camera module is disposed on the device body.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the camera module provided in this application are as follows: Multiple cameras working collaboratively expand the shooting range of the camera module; each camera is responsible for capturing an image at a certain angle, and when combined, they can obtain a wider field of view than a single camera, helping to capture larger areas or broader scenes, reducing blind spots, and mitigating limitations in shooting range. Simultaneously, by capturing images from multiple cameras simultaneously, the same object or scene can be photographed from different angles, and then these image information can be integrated using image fusion and other technologies, thereby improving the overall image resolution and detail richness, making the captured images clearer and more accurate, and facilitating the analysis and recognition of details.

[0016] In addition, the intersecting camera surfaces provide diverse installation angles for the cameras, enabling each camera to capture the target scene from different directions, enriching the shooting perspective, helping to achieve comprehensive monitoring or shooting of complex scenes, and reducing blind spots. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical features of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the camera module provided in the embodiments of this application from a first-view perspective;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view schematic diagram of the camera module provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting component provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0021] Figure 4This is a front view of the mounting component and multiple cameras assembled according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting base provided in the embodiments of this application from a second perspective;

[0023] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the cross section of AA;

[0025] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point C in the middle;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the camera module provided in the embodiments of this application from a third-person perspective;

[0027] Figure 10 This is an exploded view of the camera module provided in an embodiment of this application from a fourth perspective;

[0028] Figure 11 for Figure 7 Enlarged view of point D in the middle;

[0029] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting component provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0030] The details of the reference numerals used in the above figures are as follows:

[0031] 100. Camera; 110. Limiting surface;

[0032] 200. Mounting base; 210. Camera surface; 211. First plane; 212. First inclined plane; 213. Second plane; 214. Second inclined plane; 215. Mounting groove; 2151. First groove segment; 2152. Second groove segment; 2152a. Limiting protrusion; 2152b. Bottom of limiting groove; 220. Front of mounting; 230. Back; 240. First connecting post; 250. Enclosure surface; 260. Second connecting post;

[0033] 300. Pressing component;

[0034] 400. Thermally conductive structure;

[0035] 500. Clear lens;

[0036] 600. Mounting component; 610. Mounting space; 620. Mounting surface; 621. Mounting port. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To provide a clearer understanding of the technical features, objectives, and effects of this application, the specific implementation methods of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. The following embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort should all fall within the scope of protection of this application.

[0038] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "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 application 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 application.

[0039] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the numbering itself, such as "first", "second", etc., is only used to distinguish the described objects and has no sequential or technical meaning, and should not be construed as specifying or implying the importance of the described objects.

[0040] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] In the description of this application, the term "multiple" refers to two or more. Furthermore, 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: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, the character " / " in this document generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0042] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art. The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and is not intended to limit the application. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0043] As described in the background section, a camera module is an integrated component used to capture, convert, and process image signals to achieve camera functionality. In related technologies, a camera module includes a single camera and a mounting base, with the camera fixedly mounted on the mounting base. However, this mounting method limits the camera module to capturing images within a limited field of view, making it difficult to meet the panoramic monitoring needs of complex scenarios.

[0044] Reference Figures 1 to 4 To address the aforementioned problems, according to one aspect of this application, an embodiment of this application provides a camera module, which includes a camera 100 and a mounting base 200. The mounting base 200 has a plurality of camera surfaces 210, at least two of which are intersecting, and each camera surface 210 is provided with at least one camera 100.

[0045] In this embodiment of the application, the number of camera surfaces 210 is greater than or equal to two; two adjacent camera surfaces 210 can be connected to each other or spaced apart; at the same time, intersecting camera surfaces 210 can be connected to each other or spaced apart.

[0046] Multiple cameras 100 working together expand the shooting range of the camera module. Each camera 100 is responsible for capturing images from a specific angle, and when combined, they provide a wider field of view than a single camera 100. This helps to capture larger areas or broader scenes, reducing blind spots and mitigating limitations in shooting range. Simultaneously, by capturing images from multiple cameras 100, the same object or scene can be photographed from different angles. Image fusion and other technologies then integrate these images, improving overall image resolution and detail richness. This results in clearer, more accurate images, facilitating detailed analysis and recognition.

[0047] In addition, the intersecting camera surfaces 210 provide diverse installation angles for the cameras 100, enabling each camera 100 to capture the target scene from different directions, enriching the shooting perspective, helping to achieve comprehensive monitoring or shooting of complex scenes, and reducing blind spots.

[0048] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the mounting base 200 has a mounting front surface 220, at least one of the plurality of camera surfaces 210 is a camera plane, which is parallel to the mounting front surface 220; at least one of the plurality of camera surfaces 210 is a camera slope, which is intersecting the mounting front surface 220.

[0049] In this embodiment, the mounting front 220 is a plane; it can be understood that at least one of the camera surfaces 210 can be a curved camera surface, which is arranged to intersect with the camera plane.

[0050] On one hand, the camera plane is parallel to the mounting front 220, allowing cameras 100 primarily used for capturing frontal scenes or requiring coordination with other devices to be mounted on the camera plane according to actual needs, in order to obtain stable images from a conventional perspective. On the other hand, the camera ramp intersects with the mounting front 220, providing a tilted mounting angle, which can be used to mount cameras 100 that need to shoot from the side or at an angle, thus allowing for flexible adjustment of the shooting direction of different cameras 100 to meet diverse shooting needs.

[0051] On the other hand, by installing multiple cameras 100 on the camera plane and the camera slope respectively, the space on the mounting base 200 can be fully utilized, the cameras 100 can be prevented from blocking each other, and the space utilization rate can be improved.

[0052] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, two adjacent camera surfaces 210 are arranged intersectingly. In this embodiment, the two adjacent camera surfaces 210 may be a camera plane and a camera ramp, respectively; the two adjacent camera surfaces 210 may both be camera ramps, in which case the included angles between the two adjacent camera ramps and the mounting front surface 220 are different.

[0053] Images captured by cameras 100 mounted on two intersecting and adjacent camera surfaces 210 can provide more overlapping areas and richer detail information when image stitching, making the stitched image more natural and seamless, thus improving the quality of panoramic or wide-angle images.

[0054] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, one of two adjacent camera surfaces 210 is a camera plane and the other is a camera ramp.

[0055] In this embodiment, there can be only one camera plane and one camera ramp. The camera plane and the camera ramp can be connected to each other or spaced apart. It is understood that two adjacent camera planes 210 can also be parallel camera planes or parallel camera ramps.

[0056] The camera 100 positioned on the front of the camera can directly and clearly capture the main area in front of it, while the camera 100 positioned on the adjacent camera ramp can effectively cover the transition area between the front and side areas, i.e. the boundary area. The adjacent placement of the front and ramp cameras reduces blind spots, improves the monitoring effect of the entire space, and enhances the monitoring capability of the boundary area.

[0057] Since the front and oblique surfaces of the camera are adjacent, the images captured by the cameras 100 mounted on both have a certain overlap at the boundary. When performing image fusion processing, the transition between the images captured by the two cameras 100 mounted on the adjacent camera surfaces 210 is relatively more natural, and it is easier to find accurate matching points for fusion. This helps to make the fused image more visually coherent and smooth, reduces image stitching marks caused by differences in viewing angle, and improves the quality and effect of image fusion.

[0058] The camera's front and angled surfaces are arranged adjacently, allowing the camera 100 to utilize the different angles of the two camera surfaces 210 to capture light and avoid shadows, depending on the direction of the light. For example, when light shines obliquely from one side, the camera 100 on the front surface may not be able to capture the part obscured by shadows, while the camera 100 on the adjacent angled surface can capture the part obscured by shadows from another direction due to its different angle. This compensates for the information in the shadow area to a certain extent, making the overall lighting of the captured image more uniform and the details richer.

[0059] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, there are two camera planes and two camera inclined planes; the two camera planes are a first plane 211 and a second plane 213, and the two camera inclined planes are a first inclined plane 212 and a second inclined plane 214; the first plane 211, the first inclined plane 212, the second plane 213 and the second inclined plane 214 are arranged sequentially.

[0060] In this embodiment, the second plane 213 may be coplanar with the first plane 211, or it may be parallel to the first plane 211 but not coplanar. It is understood that the two camera ramps may be located between the two camera planes, and the two camera planes may also be located between the two camera ramps. Furthermore, the number of camera planes and camera ramps can be determined according to actual needs and is not limited here.

[0061] Different camera surfaces 210, due to their varying angles and positions, result in differences in the light sensitivity and capture capabilities of the cameras 100 mounted on them. Cameras 100 positioned on two camera planes and two camera ramps can leverage their respective advantages under different lighting conditions, thereby expanding the dynamic range of the entire camera system. For example, in strong light, a camera 100 on one camera plane may experience overexposure due to direct exposure to strong light, while a camera 100 on another camera plane or camera ramp, due to its different angle, may be able to capture more detailed information in the scene. In low light, cameras 100 on camera surfaces 210 at different angles can also acquire clearer images through different exposure strategies, enabling the camera module to obtain high-quality images under various lighting conditions.

[0062] Meanwhile, the two camera planes and two camera ramps provide a certain degree of redundancy for the camera module. In actual use, if one of the cameras 100 on the camera plane or camera ramp fails, the cameras 100 on the other three camera planes 210 can still continue to work, which to a certain extent ensures the normal operation of the camera module and improves the reliability and stability of the camera module.

[0063] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the mounting base 200 further has a back surface 230 disposed opposite to the mounting front surface 220; a first inclined surface 212 is inclined from the mounting front surface 220 to the back surface 230 toward the second plane 213, and a second inclined surface 214 is inclined from the mounting front surface 220 to the back surface 230 toward the second plane 213.

[0064] In this embodiment, the camera surface 210 is located between the front mounting surface 220 and the back mounting surface 230. Different planes and slopes provide diverse mounting angles for the cameras 100, allowing each camera 100 to capture images of the target scene from different directions. Specifically, the camera 100 mounted on the first plane 211 can capture images from the front, obtaining images from a normal viewing angle; the cameras 100 mounted on the first slope 212 and the second slope 214 can capture images from different angles, allowing them to capture side views. This, combined with the camera 100 mounted on the second plane 213, captures images from the front, enriching the shooting perspective and facilitating comprehensive monitoring or capturing of complex scenes while reducing blind spots.

[0065] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the camera 100 set on the first plane 211 is a wide-angle camera 100, and the cameras 100 set on the first inclined plane 212, the second plane 213 and the second inclined plane 214 are telephoto cameras or standard cameras.

[0066] In this embodiment, an inclined surface is further provided between the first inclined surface 212 and the second plane 213, with one end of the first inclined surface 212 near the back surface 230 located between the second plane 213 and the back surface 230; an inclined surface is also provided between the second inclined surface 214 and the second plane 213, with one end of the second inclined surface 214 near the back surface 230 located between the second plane 213 and the back surface 230. Furthermore, the cameras 100 disposed on the first inclined surface 212, the second plane 213, and the second inclined surface 214 are all telephoto cameras; it is understood that the cameras 100 disposed on the first inclined surface 212, the second plane 213, and the second inclined surface 214 can also be standard cameras.

[0067] The wide-angle camera 100 has a wide field of view, which can cover a large scene area. When installed on the first plane 211, it can monitor or shoot a wide area in front and obtain panoramic information. The telephoto camera has a long focal length and a narrow field of view, which can bring distant objects closer and image them clearly, and can capture more details. When installed on the first inclined plane 212, the second plane 213 and the second inclined plane 214, it can observe and shoot specific areas or targets in the scene more carefully from different angles. Combined with the panoramic information of the wide-angle camera 100, it can obtain a wide range of scene information while capturing clear details in key areas.

[0068] By rationally configuring different types of cameras 100, the use of high-cost wide-angle or telephoto lenses to cover the entire scene is avoided, thereby reducing system costs while meeting functional requirements. At the same time, this design also simplifies system complexity, eliminating the need for excessive cameras 100 or complex optical systems to achieve comprehensive monitoring and recording, thus improving system stability and reliability and reducing maintenance costs.

[0069] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 In one embodiment, the camera surface 210 is provided with a mounting groove 215, and the camera 100 is embedded in the mounting groove 215.

[0070] In this embodiment, the mounting groove 215 extends through the mounting base 200 from the camera surface 210 along the thickness direction of the mounting base 200, and part of the structure of the camera 100 is fixedly embedded in the mounting groove 215.

[0071] The mounting slot 215 provides a precise mounting position for the camera 100, which helps ensure the positional accuracy of the camera 100 on the mounting base 200, maintaining the correct posture and angle within the camera module, effectively improving the accuracy and consistency of shooting; it also reduces assembly difficulty and improves assembly efficiency. Simultaneously, the camera 100, embedded within the mounting slot 215, effectively limits its movement, ensuring the stability of the captured image. Furthermore, the mounting slot 215 also provides a degree of protection for the camera 100, reducing the risk of collisions and scratches from external objects, effectively extending the lifespan of the camera 100.

[0072] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 In one embodiment, an adhesive structure is used to fill the space between the camera 100 and the wall of the mounting groove 215.

[0073] In this embodiment, the adhesive structure is a fixing adhesive, which can be a liquid adhesive or a solid adhesive; specifically, the adhesive structure fills the space between the peripheral surface of the camera 100 and the wall of the mounting groove 215. It is understood that the adhesive structure can also be epoxy resin.

[0074] The adhesive structure effectively bonds the camera 100 to the wall of the mounting groove 215, enhancing the stability of the camera 100 and preventing it from loosening or shifting during use. Simultaneously, the adhesive structure possesses elasticity and flexibility, acting as a shock absorber when the camera module is subjected to vibration or impact, reducing the influence of external forces on the camera 100 and extending its lifespan. Furthermore, the adhesive structure fills the tiny gaps between the camera 100 and the mounting groove 215, creating a good seal and preventing external dust and moisture from entering the mounting space 610, thus improving the dustproof and waterproof performance of the camera module.

[0075] Reference Figure 5 and Figure 6 In one embodiment, the groove wall of the mounting groove 215 is provided with a limiting protrusion 2152a, which protrudes toward the middle region of the mounting groove 215.

[0076] In this embodiment, the limiting protrusion 2152a is a limiting protrusion strip, and the limiting protrusion 2152a and the mounting base 200 are integrally formed; each wall of the mounting groove 215 is provided with a limiting protrusion 2152a. In addition, an adhesive structure is filled between the camera 100 and the limiting protrusion 2152a, and between the camera 100 and the wall of the mounting groove 215.

[0077] The limiting protrusion 2152a not only provides precise positioning for the camera 100, ensuring it is accurately placed in the predetermined position of the mounting slot 215 during installation and preventing it from shifting or tilting, but also guarantees the relative positional accuracy of the optical center of the camera module with other components, further improving the accuracy and consistency of shooting. Simultaneously, it makes the camera 100 more stable in the mounting slot 215, further reducing the possibility of it shifting due to vibration, shaking, or external impact during use, and further improving the structural stability of the camera module.

[0078] Reference Figures 5 to 10In one embodiment, the mounting groove 215 is a stepped groove with a limiting groove bottom 2152b and the camera 100 has a limiting surface 110. The limiting groove bottom 2152b is used to block the camera 100 from moving toward the imaging surface 210 by contacting the limiting surface 110. The camera module also includes a pressing member 300, which is located on the side of the back surface 230 away from the imaging surface 210 and is disposed on the mounting base 200 for applying a pressing force toward the imaging surface 210 to the camera 100.

[0079] In this embodiment, the mounting groove 215 includes a first groove segment 2151 and a second groove segment 2152 that are connected to each other. The first groove segment 2151 is disposed on the imaging surface 210, and the second groove segment 2152 is disposed on the side of the first groove segment 2151 away from the imaging surface 210. The groove diameter of the second groove segment 2152 is larger than the groove diameter of the first groove segment 2151. The limiting surface 110 contacts the bottom of the second groove segment 2152 and is blocked by the bottom of the second groove segment 2152 from moving toward the imaging surface 210. The bottom of the second groove segment 2152 is formed as a limiting groove bottom 2152b. In addition, a limiting protrusion 2152a is disposed on the groove wall of the second groove segment 2152. The pressing member 300 is a pressing plate. The pressing member 300 is mounted on the mounting base 200 and applies pressing force to the camera 100 by contacting the surface of the camera 100 away from the imaging surface 210.

[0080] The limiting groove bottom 2152b prevents the camera 100 from moving towards the camera surface 210, and the pressing member 300 prevents the camera 100 from moving towards the back surface 230. The combined use of the limiting groove bottom 2152b and the pressing member 300 provides a dual limiting function, ensuring the camera 100 is stably installed in the mounting groove 215, thus improving the stability and reliability of the camera module. Furthermore, this structural design facilitates the assembly and maintenance of the camera 100. Specifically, during assembly, simply place the camera 100 into the mounting groove 215, ensuring the limiting surface 110 contacts the limiting groove bottom 2152b, and then install the pressing member 300. When maintenance or replacement of the camera 100 is required, first remove the pressing member 300 from the mounting base 200, and then directly remove the camera 100 from the mounting groove 215 for replacement or maintenance.

[0081] Reference Figures 5 to 10In one embodiment, to facilitate removal of the camera 100 from the mounting slot 215, the pressing member 300 is detachably mounted on the mounting base 200. Specifically, the mounting base 200 also has a first connecting post 240 protruding toward the pressing member 300, the first connecting post 240 being provided with a first threaded hole, and the pressing member 300 being provided with a first connecting hole coaxial with the first threaded hole. The pressing member 300 is mounted on the mounting base 200 by a connecting screw passing through the first connecting hole and screwed into the first threaded hole. It is understood that the pressing member 300 can also be detachably mounted on the mounting base 200 by a plug-in method, a magnetic method, or a snap-fit ​​method.

[0082] Reference Figure 7 and Figure 10 In one embodiment, a heat-conducting structure 400 is provided between the camera 100 and the pressing member 300. The heat-conducting structure 400 is in contact with the camera 100 and the pressing member 300.

[0083] In this embodiment, the thermally conductive structure 400 is thermally conductive putty, which is in contact with the camera 100 and the pressing member 300. It is understood that the thermally conductive structure 400 may also be thermally conductive adhesive or a thermally conductive block.

[0084] The camera 100 generates heat during operation. The heat-conducting structure 400 can quickly transfer the heat generated by the camera 100 to the pressing part 300, and then the pressing part 300 dissipates the heat, thereby effectively reducing the operating temperature of the camera 100 and preventing overheating from affecting its performance and lifespan.

[0085] In addition, to enhance heat dissipation, the pressing element 300 is a heat-conducting element; in this embodiment, the pressing element 300 is made of aluminum; it is understood that the pressing element 300 may also be made of other metals or composite materials with good thermal conductivity.

[0086] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, the mounting base 200 is provided with a transparent lens 500, which is disposed on the mounting front 220 and covers the camera surface 210.

[0087] In this embodiment, the transparent lens 500 is fixedly mounted on the mounting front 220 of the mounting base 200 by adhesive bonding. The transparent lens 500 not only protects the camera 100, but also acts as a barrier, isolating the camera 100 from the external environment and preventing dust, moisture, oil, and other contaminants from directly contacting the camera 100, thereby ensuring the optical performance and image quality of the camera 100. Simultaneously, it minimizes light obstruction and refraction, allowing light to pass smoothly through the transparent lens 500 to reach the photosensitive element of the camera 100, thus ensuring that the captured image is clear, bright, and has high color fidelity.

[0088] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 as well as Figures 9 to 12 In one embodiment, the camera module further includes a mounting member 600, which has a mounting space 610 and a mounting surface 620. The mounting surface 620 is provided with a mounting opening 621 communicating with the mounting space 610. A portion of the structure of the mounting base 200 extends into the mounting space 610 through the mounting opening 621. The camera 100 is mounted on the mounting base 200 for capturing images outside the mounting space 610. The mounting base 200 has a retaining surface 250 located outside the mounting space 610. The retaining surface 250 is arranged around the mounting opening 621 and contacts the mounting surface 620.

[0089] In this embodiment, the mounting component 600 is a mounting frame, the mounting space 610 is the internal space of the mounting component 600, and the mounting surface 620 is the front of the mounting component 600. A portion of the structure on the mounting base 200 that extends into the mounting space 610 is fixedly installed within the mounting space 610. The camera 100 can be mounted on a structure on the mounting base 200 located outside the mounting space 610, or on a structure on the mounting base 200 located within the mounting space 610, or on a structure on the mounting base 200 located at the mounting opening 621. There are no restrictions here, as long as the camera 100 can capture images outside the mounting space 610. The enclosure surface 250 and the mounting surface 620 are kept in close contact, reducing the gap between them and making it difficult for external dust and liquids to enter the mounting space 610, thereby enhancing the sealing performance between the enclosure surface 250 and the mounting surface 620. In addition, both the mounting component 600 and the mounting base 200 are structural components made of the same material, namely aluminum; it is understood that the mounting component 600 and the mounting base 200 may also be made of other metal materials or composite materials.

[0090] The enclosure surface 250 of the mounting base 200 surrounds the mounting opening 621 and maintains contact with it. This structural design not only avoids the gap between the mounting base 200 and the mounting opening 621 being exposed, making the appearance of the camera module smoother and more seamless, thus improving its overall aesthetics, but also effectively prevents external dust and liquids from entering the mounting space 610 through the gap between the mounting base 200 and the mounting opening 621. This reduces the contamination and damage to the internal components of the camera 100 caused by dust or liquids, improving the reliability and lifespan of the camera module. Furthermore, part of the structure of the mounting base 200 extends into the mounting space 610 through the mounting opening 621, effectively reducing assembly difficulty and improving assembly efficiency.

[0091] Reference Figure 10 In one embodiment, to facilitate mounting the mounting base 200 onto the mounting member 600, the mounting base 200 has a second connecting post 260 protruding towards the mounting member 600. The second connecting post 260 is provided with a second threaded hole, and the mounting member 600 is provided with a second connecting hole coaxial with the second threaded hole. The mounting base 200 is mounted onto the mounting member 600 by means of a connecting screw passing through the second connecting hole and screwed into the second threaded hole. It is understood that the mounting base 200 can also be mounted onto the mounting member 600 by adhesive, plug-in, magnetic, or snap-fit ​​methods.

[0092] Reference Figures 1 to 4 In one embodiment, each camera surface 210 is provided with a camera 100. In this embodiment, the camera 100 is fixedly mounted on the camera surface 210.

[0093] On the one hand, each camera surface 210 is equipped with a camera 100, which not only reduces the procurement cost of hardware equipment, but also reduces the cost of installation, debugging and subsequent maintenance.

[0094] On the other hand, the amount of image data acquired by a single camera 100 is relatively small, which makes image analysis and processing faster and more efficient. Whether it is target recognition and behavior analysis in real-time monitoring, or video playback and retrieval in the later stage, it is easier to process the image data of a single camera 100, the requirements for hardware computing resources are relatively low, and it can give analysis results more quickly and detect anomalies in a timely manner.

[0095] On the other hand, each camera 100 of each camera surface 210 can make precise viewing angle settings and parameter adjustments according to the specific needs of that surface, focusing on shooting specific areas, avoiding the complexity of multiple cameras 100 in terms of viewing angle coordination and overlapping area processing, thereby making more effective use of the shooting capabilities of each camera surface 210 to achieve targeted monitoring of different areas.

[0096] Reference Figures 1 to 12 According to another aspect of this application, embodiments of this application also provide an interactive device, which includes a device body and the aforementioned camera module, wherein the camera module is disposed on the device body.

[0097] In this embodiment of the application, the interactive device is an AI smart screen. It is understood that the interactive device may also be other types of interactive screens, laptops, or interactive smart tablets.

[0098] In summary, implementing the camera module and interactive device provided in this embodiment has at least the following beneficial technical effects:

[0099] On the one hand, traditional camera modules can only capture a certain angle (less than 120 degrees) of the scene and cannot capture panoramic views; the camera module proposed in this application can achieve 180° panoramic views, satisfying ultra-wide-range video and recording functions. Furthermore, the camera can be tilted 100 degrees to meet the needs of different scenarios, offering advantages such as flexibility and convenience.

[0100] On the other hand, most camera modules on the market currently adopt a single camera 100 solution, and their mounting base 200 can only install one camera 100, and most of them are built-in designs hidden inside. Even external designs are plug-in. However, the camera module of this application can meet the structural requirements of installing multiple cameras 100 and non-plug-in external cameras 100.

[0101] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. It should be noted that, for those skilled in the art, several equivalent obvious modifications and / or equivalent substitutions can be made without departing from the technical principles of this application, and these obvious modifications and / or equivalent substitutions should also be considered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An image capturing module, comprising: The camera module comprises a camera (100) and a mounting base (200), the mounting base (200) has a plurality of camera surfaces (210), at least two of the plurality of camera surfaces (210) are arranged to intersect, and each of the camera surfaces (210) is provided with at least one camera (100).

2. The camera module of claim 1, wherein, The mounting base (200) has a mounting front surface (220), at least one of the plurality of camera surfaces (210) is a camera plane, and the camera plane is parallel to the mounting front surface (220); at least one of the plurality of camera surfaces (210) is a camera inclined surface, and the camera inclined surface is arranged to intersect the mounting front surface (220).

3. The camera module of claim 2, wherein, Two adjacent camera surfaces (210) are arranged to intersect.

4. The camera module of claim 3, wherein, One of the two adjacent camera surfaces (210) is the camera plane, and the other is the camera inclined surface.

5. The camera module of claim 4, wherein, The camera plane is two, and the camera inclined surface is two; the two camera planes are a first plane (211) and a second plane (213) respectively, and the two camera inclined surfaces are a first inclined surface (212) and a second inclined surface (214) respectively. The first plane (211), the first inclined surface (212), the second plane (213), and the second inclined surface (214) are arranged in sequence.

6. The camera module of claim 5, wherein, The mounting base (200) further has a back surface (230) arranged opposite to the mounting front surface (220). The first inclined surface (212) is arranged to tilt towards the second plane (213) from the mounting front surface (220) to the back surface (230), and the second inclined surface (214) is arranged to tilt towards the second plane (213) from the mounting front surface (220) to the back surface (230).

7. The camera module of claim 5, wherein, The camera (100) arranged on the first plane (211) is a wide-angle camera (100), and the cameras (100) arranged on the first inclined surface (212), the second plane (213), and the second inclined surface (214) are long-focus cameras or standard cameras.

8. The camera module of claim 6, wherein, The camera surface (210) is provided with a mounting groove (215), and the camera (100) is embedded in the mounting groove (215). The mounting groove (215) is a stepped groove, the mounting groove (215) has a limiting groove bottom (2152b), the camera (100) has a limiting surface (110), and the limiting groove bottom (2152b) is used to block the movement of the camera (100) towards the camera surface (210) by contacting the limiting surface (110). The camera module further comprises a pressing member (300), the pressing member (300) is located on the side of the back surface (230) away from the camera surface (210) and is arranged on the mounting base (200), and is used to apply a pressing force towards the camera surface (210) to the camera (100).

9. The camera module according to any one of claims 1 to 8, wherein, Each of the camera surfaces (210) is provided with one camera (100).

10. An interactive device, characterized by The device body and the camera module according to any one of claims 1 to 9 are arranged on the device body.

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