Intelligent handlebar and electric vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses an intelligent handlebar which comprises a handlebar body, a main control unit, a display screen assembly, an NFC component and a power connection component. Wherein the handlebar main body is hollow inside and comprises at least one transparent display window and an induction unlocking area; the main control unit is arranged in the handlebar main body; the display screen assembly is arranged in the handlebar body and electrically connected with the main control unit, the position of the display screen assembly corresponds to the transparent display window, and a display area of the display screen assembly can penetrate through the transparent display window; the NFC component is arranged in the handlebar body and electrically connected with the main control unit, the position of the NFC component corresponds to the position of the induction unlocking area, and the NFC component is used for induction unlocking of external mobile equipment; the power connection part is electrically connected with the main control unit and used for being connected with a power source of the electric vehicle to supply power to the intelligent handlebar. The intelligent handlebar disclosed by the utility model can realize reliable unlocking with user mobile equipment through NFC (Near Field Communication).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electric vehicle technology, and in particular to an intelligent handlebar and electric vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Smart handlebars are one of the core components of electric scooters, and their design typically includes multi-functional components such as grips, buttons, displays, and sensors. Existing smart handlebars usually use Bluetooth or an app to unlock the control interface, which relies on network signals and is prone to failure in signal blind spots (such as underground parking garages), leading to unlocking failures. Fingerprint unlocking, on the other hand, is also prone to failure in outdoor rainy weather, resulting in unlocking failures. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a smart handlebar that enables reliable unlocking via NFC near-field communication, and an electric vehicle incorporating the smart handlebar.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, embodiments of this application provide a smart handlebar, comprising:

[0005] The handlebar body includes at least one transparent display window and a sensor unlocking area;

[0006] The main control unit is located inside the handlebar body;

[0007] The display screen assembly is disposed inside the handlebar body, electrically connected to the main control unit, and is positioned corresponding to the transparent display window. The display area of ​​the display screen assembly can be seen through the transparent display window.

[0008] An NFC component is located inside the handlebar body, electrically connected to the main control unit, and its position corresponds to the position of the sensing unlocking area, for use with external mobile devices for sensing and unlocking.

[0009] The power connection component is electrically connected to the main control unit to supply power to the smart handlebars via the electric vehicle's power supply.

[0010] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, it also includes:

[0011] The front light assembly, the handlebar body also includes a light mounting window facing the front of the electric vehicle, the front light assembly is disposed in the light mounting window; the illumination direction of the front light assembly faces the front of the electric vehicle.

[0012] The headlight control button is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body and is electrically connected to the main control unit and the headlight assembly, respectively, for controlling the opening and closing of the headlight assembly.

[0013] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, it also includes:

[0014] Turn signal assembly, wherein the turn signal assembly is respectively provided on both sides of the handlebar body;

[0015] The turn signal control button is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body and is electrically connected to the main control unit and the turn signal assembly, respectively. It is used to control the turn signal to turn on and off. The turn signal control button and the headlight control button are spaced apart.

[0016] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, a communication component is also included, electrically connected to the main control unit, for wirelessly connecting with an external mobile device and transmitting data.

[0017] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, it also includes a wireless charging component electrically connected to the main control unit; the handlebar body also includes an inductive charging area, which is spaced apart from the inductive unlocking area; the wireless charging component is disposed inside the handlebar body, and the position of the wireless charging component corresponds to the inductive charging area, so that when an external mobile device is close to the inductive charging area, the wireless charging component can wirelessly charge the external mobile device.

[0018] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, it also includes:

[0019] A speaker assembly is disposed inside the handlebar body and electrically connected to the main control unit. The handlebar body also includes a speaker window, and the position of the speaker assembly corresponds to the speaker window.

[0020] A speaker button is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body and is electrically connected to the main control unit and the speaker assembly, respectively, for controlling the alarm sound of the speaker assembly to be turned on and off.

[0021] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, the handlebar body includes detachable grips on both sides, and the turn signal assembly is installed at the end of the grip; a cable routing channel is provided inside the grip, and the cable routing channel communicates with the interior of the handlebar body.

[0022] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, the handlebar body includes:

[0023] A support housing, the bottom of which is provided with a connector for connecting the electric vehicle front fork;

[0024] An installation window is provided on the top of the support housing;

[0025] The mounting cover is adapted to the mounting window, and the mounting cover and the mounting window are detachably connected.

[0026] Furthermore, as a more preferred embodiment of this utility model, the handlebar body also includes a hook, which is detachably mounted on the support housing; the hook is used to hook external objects.

[0027] Based on the same inventive concept, this utility model also provides an electric vehicle, including the aforementioned intelligent handlebars. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the smart handlebar with the cover removed in this embodiment.

[0030] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the structure of the smart handlebar in this embodiment.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the smart handlebar in this embodiment.

[0032] Figure label:

[0033] 1-Handlebar body, 1a-Support housing, 1b-Mounting cover, 11-Transparent display window, 11a-Mounting window, 12-Induction unlocking area, 13-Headlight mounting window, 14-Induction charging area, 15-Speaker window, 16-Grip handle, 17-Connector, 2-Main control unit, 21-Main control circuit board, 22-Main control chip, 3-Display assembly, 31-Display screen, 4-NFC component, 41-Support circuit board, 5-Power connection component, 51-Wire, 6-Front headlight assembly, 61-Light box, 611-Transparent illumination area, 62-Headlight circuit board, 63-Light body, 8-Turn signal assembly, 611-Left turn signal box, 612-Right turn signal box, 9-Turn signal control button, 91-Left turn button, 92-Right turn button, 101-Speaker assembly, 1011-Speaker, 102-Speaker button, 103-Hook. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this application, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0035] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly set on the other component; when a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to the other component.

[0036] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", and "outer" 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 component 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.

[0037] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" or "several" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0038] It should be noted that the structures, proportions, sizes, etc., shown in the accompanying drawings of this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed in the specification, and are not intended to limit the conditions under which this application can be implemented. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this application, provided that they do not affect the effects and purposes that this application can produce.

[0039] Example

[0040] This embodiment aims to address the shortcomings of existing smart handlebars, which typically rely on Bluetooth or an app for unlocking. These interfaces depend on network signals and are prone to failure in signal-dead areas (such as underground parking garages), leading to unlocking failures. Fingerprint unlocking also suffers from recognition failures in outdoor rainy conditions. (See reference...) Figure 1-3 As shown, this embodiment provides a smart handlebar and electric vehicle that can reliably unlock via NFC near-field communication.

[0041] Reference Figure 1-3 As shown, a smart handlebar includes: handlebar body 1, main control unit 2, display screen assembly 3, NFC component 4, and power connection component 5.

[0042] The handlebar body 1 is hollow inside and includes at least one transparent display window 11 and a sensor unlocking area 12;

[0043] The main control unit 2 is located inside the handlebar body 1. It should be added that the main control unit 2 includes a main control circuit board 21 and a main control chip 22, such as an MCU, integrated on the main control circuit board 21.

[0044] The display assembly 3 is located inside the handlebar body 1 and is electrically connected to the main control unit 2. Its position corresponds to the opening of the transparent display window 11, and the display area of ​​the display assembly 3 can be seen through the transparent display window 11. It should be noted that the display assembly 3 includes a display screen 31, which is attached to the inner side of the transparent display window 11. The display assembly 3 can output unlocking information based on the unlocking status of the NFC component 4. For example, if unlocking is successful or fails, the display assembly 3 will display "Unlocked" or "Unlocked".

[0045] The NFC component 4 is located inside the handlebar body 1 and is electrically connected to the main control unit 2. Its position corresponds to the position of the sensing unlocking area 12. It is used for sensing and unlocking external mobile devices. It should be added that the NFC component 4 includes a support circuit board 41 and an NFC chip integrated into the support circuit board 41. The NFC chip has a pre-stored encryption key. Mobile devices, such as mobile phones, can unlock the device without the need for an internet connection by verifying the AES-128 encrypted communication.

[0046] The power connection component 5 is electrically connected to the main control unit 2 to supply power to the smart handlebars via the electric vehicle's power supply. It should be noted that the power connection component 5 can be a wire 51 extending from the main control unit 2 and a plug connected to the wire 51, which is compatible with the plug extending from the electric vehicle's battery.

[0047] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the smart handlebars also include: a front light assembly 6 and a light control button 7.

[0048] The handlebar body 1 also includes a headlight mounting window 13 facing the front of the electric vehicle, and a front headlight assembly 6 is disposed in the headlight mounting window 13. The illumination direction of the front headlight assembly 6 is facing the front of the electric vehicle. It should be added that the front headlight assembly 6 includes a lamp box 61 and a headlight circuit board 62. The lamp box 61 has a transparent illumination area 611, and the headlight circuit board 62 integrates multiple arrayed lamp bodies 63. The lamp box 61 is embedded in the headlight mounting window 13, and its surface is adapted to and flush with the surface contour of the handlebar body 1. The two sides of the headlight circuit board 62 are fixed to the inside of the lamp box 61 by bolts.

[0049] The headlight control button 7 is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body 1 and is electrically connected to the main control unit 2 and the front headlight assembly 6, respectively, to control the opening and closing of the front headlight assembly 6. The headlight control button 7 is located on the opposite side of the headlight mounting window 13, near the user's grip area on both sides.

[0050] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the smart handlebar also includes a turn signal assembly 8 and a turn signal control button 9. Turn signal assemblies 8 are respectively provided on both sides of the handlebar body 1. Each turn signal assembly 8 includes a left turn signal box 611 and a right turn signal box 612. Each box includes a light-transmitting housing, a lamp panel disposed within the housing, and LEDs disposed on the lamp panel. The left and right turn signal boxes 611 and 612 are respectively embedded at the ends of the left and right grips of the handlebar body 1, forming a streamlined protrusion. The surface curvature of the lamp body 63 smoothly transitions with the grip contour to prevent scratches during riding. The light-transmitting housing is made of PC with a light-diffusing coating, and the surface is etched with a diamond pattern to achieve uniform light emission. The light-transmitting housing is fixed to the ends of the handlebar body 1 by clips and waterproof adhesive. The turn signal control button 9 is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body 1 and is electrically connected to the main control unit 2 and the turn signal assembly 8, respectively, for controlling the turning signals on and off. The turn signal control buttons 9 include a left turn button 91 and a right turn button 92, which are embedded in the grip area of ​​the handlebar body 1 at the natural contact position of the thumb. The surface is raised and has a spring-loaded feel. A short press of the left turn button 91 and the right turn button 92: turns on the corresponding turn signal, with a default flashing frequency of 1Hz. Pressing the same button again turns it off. A long press of either button for 3 seconds: activates the hazard light mode (both turn signals flash synchronously) for emergency stopping warning.

[0051] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the smart handlebar also includes a communication component electrically connected to the main control unit 2, for wirelessly connecting to and transmitting data with external mobile devices. The communication component includes a Bluetooth connection module, exemplarily Bluetooth 5.2 / BLE, capable of pairing and connecting a mobile phone and headphones for interaction, and transmitting audio signals to the smart handlebar to play music through the speaker component 1011. In some embodiments, the communication component includes a wireless network connection module, exemplarily Wi-Fi or 4G, capable of remote data transmission. In some embodiments, the communication component includes GPS + BeiDou dual-mode positioning.

[0052] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the smart handlebar also includes a wireless charging component electrically connected to the main control unit 2; the handlebar body 1 also includes an inductive charging area 14, spaced apart from the inductive unlocking area 12; the wireless charging component is disposed within the handlebar body 1, and its position corresponds to the inductive charging area 14, so that when an external mobile device approaches the inductive charging area 14, the wireless charging component can wirelessly charge the external mobile device. The wireless charging component includes a wireless charging coil, which is an FPC flexible coil and is attached to the inner wall of the inductive charging area 14.

[0053] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the smart handlebar also includes a speaker assembly 1011 and a speaker button 102, disposed within the handlebar body 1 and electrically connected to the main control unit 2. The handlebar body 1 also includes a speaker window 15, with the speaker assembly 1011 positioned corresponding to the speaker window 15. The speaker window 15 may be a plurality of sound-transmitting holes evenly distributed in an array on the bottom surface of the handlebar body 1. The speaker assembly 1011 includes a power amplifier chip and a speaker 1011 electrically connected thereto. A mobile phone is connected via a communication component, supporting music playback and navigation voice prompts.

[0054] The speaker button 102 is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body 1 and is electrically connected to the main control unit 2 and the speaker 1011 assembly 101, respectively, to control the alarm sound of the speaker 1011 assembly 101 to be turned on and off. In some embodiments, the main control unit 2 integrates a DSP audio algorithm to provide three alarm sound modes (buzzer, voice prompt, and ambient sound enhancement), which can be cycled through by the speaker button 102.

[0055] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the handlebar body 1 includes detachable grip members 16 on both sides, with turn signal assemblies 8 mounted at the ends of the grip members 16; a cable routing channel is provided inside the grip members 16, and the cable routing channel communicates with the interior of the handlebar body 1. Exemplarily, the grip members 16 may be cylindrical, with one end inserted into the handlebar body 1, and the inserted part is fixed by bolt fasteners to achieve effective fixation.

[0056] Reference Figure 1-2 As shown, in some embodiments, the handlebar body 1 includes a support housing 1a and a mounting cover 1b.

[0057] The support housing 1a has a connector 17 at its bottom for connecting to the front fork of an electric vehicle; the connector 17 is hollow inside to form a cable routing channel.

[0058] An installation window 11a is provided on the top of the supporting housing 1a;

[0059] The mounting cover 1b is adapted to the mounting window 11a, and the mounting cover 1b and the mounting window 11a are detachably connected. The mounting cover 1b and the supporting housing 1a are fixedly connected by a snap-fit ​​connection, forming an inner cavity between them for accommodating various components. For example, the supporting housing 1a is T-shaped, and the mounting cover 1b is also T-shaped as an adapter. In a top view, the supporting housing 1a is T-shaped. The bottom of the T-shape accommodates the NFC component 4, and the corresponding position of the mounting cover 1b is the sensing unlocking area 12. The middle of the T-shape accommodates the wireless charging component, and the corresponding position of the mounting cover 1b is the sensing charging area 14. The top crossbar area of ​​the T-shape houses the display component 3, the speaker 1011 component 101, and the headlight component 6, which are integrated together.

[0060] Reference Figure 1-3 As shown, the handlebar body 1 also includes a hook 103, which is detachably mounted on the support housing 1a; the hook 103 is used to hook external objects. Specifically, the hook 103 is fixed to the top area near the insertion part 17 by bolt fasteners. The hook 103 can be an L-shaped plate.

[0061] The electronic devices provided in the embodiments of this application have been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the embodiments above are only for the purpose of helping to understand this application. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, based on the ideas of this application, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

Claims

1. An intelligent handlebar, characterized in that, include: The handlebar body includes at least one transparent display window and a sensor unlocking area; The main control unit is located inside the handlebar body; The display screen assembly is disposed inside the handlebar body, electrically connected to the main control unit, and is positioned corresponding to the transparent display window. The display area of ​​the display screen assembly can be seen through the transparent display window. An NFC component is located inside the handlebar body, electrically connected to the main control unit, and its position corresponds to the position of the sensing unlocking area, for use with external mobile devices for sensing and unlocking. The power connection component is electrically connected to the main control unit to supply power to the smart handlebars via the electric vehicle's power supply.

2. The intelligent handlebar of claim 1, wherein, Also includes: The front light assembly, the handlebar body also includes a light mounting window facing the front of the electric vehicle, the front light assembly is disposed in the light mounting window; the illumination direction of the front light assembly faces the front of the electric vehicle. The headlight control button is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body and is electrically connected to the main control unit and the headlight assembly, respectively, for controlling the opening and closing of the headlight assembly.

3. The intelligent handlebar of claim 2, wherein, Also includes: Turn signal assembly, wherein the turn signal assembly is respectively provided on both sides of the handlebar body; The turn signal control button is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body and is electrically connected to the main control unit and the turn signal assembly, respectively. It is used to control the turn signal to turn on and off. The turn signal control button and the headlight control button are spaced apart.

4. The intelligent handlebar of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a communication component, which is electrically connected to the main control unit, for wirelessly connecting to and transmitting data with external mobile devices.

5. The intelligent handlebar of claim 1, wherein, It also includes a wireless charging component, which is electrically connected to the main control unit; the handlebar body also includes an inductive charging area, which is spaced apart from the inductive unlocking area; the wireless charging component is disposed inside the handlebar body, and the position of the wireless charging component corresponds to the inductive charging area, so that when an external mobile device is close to the inductive charging area, the wireless charging component can wirelessly charge the external mobile device.

6. The intelligent handlebar of claim 4, wherein, Also includes: A speaker assembly is disposed inside the handlebar body and electrically connected to the main control unit. The handlebar body also includes a speaker window, and the position of the speaker assembly corresponds to the speaker window. A speaker button is embedded in the surface of the handlebar body and is electrically connected to the main control unit and the speaker assembly, respectively, for controlling the alarm sound of the speaker assembly to be turned on and off.

7. The intelligent handlebar of claim 3, wherein, The handlebar body includes detachable grips on both sides, and the turn signal assembly is installed at the end of the grip. The grip has a cable routing channel inside, which communicates with the interior of the handlebar body.

8. The intelligent handlebar of claim 1, wherein, The handlebar body includes: A support housing, the bottom of which is provided with a connector for connecting the electric vehicle front fork; An installation window is provided on the top of the support housing; The mounting cover is adapted to the mounting window, and the mounting cover and the mounting window are detachably connected.

9. The intelligent handlebar according to claim 8, characterized in that, The handlebar body also includes a hook, which is detachably mounted on the support housing; the hook is used to hook onto external objects.

10. An electric vehicle, characterized by comprising: Including the smart handlebars as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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