Camera protection frame

Abstract

The utility model discloses a camera protection frame, which comprises a first half part, a second half part and a locking mechanism, the locking mechanism comprises a pull buckle, a connecting rod, a first matching structure and a second matching structure, the pull buckle can pivot around a pivot connection point of the pull buckle and the second end of the first half part through the connecting rod, and the first matching structure is matched with the second matching structure. When the pulling buckle moves to a locking position, the first matching structure and the second matching structure are meshed with each other; when force enabling the pull buckle to pivot around the pivot connection point in the unlocking direction is applied to the pull buckle, the second end of the pull buckle moves in the direction away from the second end of the second half part under the action of the connecting rod, and therefore meshing of the first matching structure and the second matching structure is relieved, and unlocking is achieved. The locking mechanism of the camera protection frame can be unlocked only by pivoting operation with higher directivity and force range, so that the possibility of misoperation caused by accidental touch is remarkably reduced, and the locking safety is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photographic accessories, and in particular to a camera protective frame. Background Technology

[0002] The camera protective frame has an internal cavity where the camera is placed to prevent collisions with external objects, thus helping to protect the camera. One existing camera protective frame includes a first half, a second half, and a quick-locking structure. One end of the first half is hinged to one end of the second half by a pin, and the other end of the first half is connected to the other end of the second half by the quick-locking structure. However, the existing quick-locking structure uses a spring-loaded pin and a locking hole, which is prone to accidental operation and has poor security. Utility Model Content

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a camera protective frame that is safer and less prone to misoperation, addressing the technical problems of misoperation and insufficient safety in the existing quick-locking structure of camera protective frames.

[0004] A camera protection frame, comprising:

[0005] The first half has a first end and a second end;

[0006] The second half has a first end and a second end, the first end of the second half being pivotally connected to the first end of the first half, the first half and the second half together defining a receiving cavity for accommodating a camera; and

[0007] A locking mechanism for releasably locking the second end of the first half to the second end of the second half together;

[0008] The locking mechanism includes:

[0009] A lever has a first end and a second end;

[0010] A connecting rod pivotally connects the first end of the lever to the second end of the first half;

[0011] A first mating structure is provided on the inner side of the second end of the latch; the first mating structure is a groove or a protrusion.

[0012] The second mating structure is provided at the second end of the second half, and the second mating structure is a protrusion or groove that matches the first mating structure.

[0013] The lever can pivot about its pivot connection point with the second end of the first half via the connecting rod, so that when the lever moves to a locked position, the first mating structure and the second mating structure engage with each other; when a force is applied to the lever to pivot it about the pivot connection point in the unlocking direction, the second end of the lever moves away from the second end of the second half under the action of the connecting rod, thereby releasing the engagement of the first mating structure and the second mating structure to achieve unlocking.

[0014] In one embodiment, the second end of the first half is provided with a first receiving groove, and the second end of the second half is provided with a second receiving groove; wherein, in the locked position, the first end of the buckle spans the second end of the first half and the second end of the second half, and a portion of the buckle is received in the first receiving groove, and another portion is received in the second receiving groove.

[0015] In one embodiment, the length of the first receiving groove extending along the second end of the first half is greater than the length of the corresponding portion of the buckle that is received in the first receiving groove when in the locked position, thereby forming a free space in the first receiving groove on the side of the buckle away from the second end of the second half.

[0016] In one embodiment, the second ends of the first half and the second half are both curved, so that when the first half and the second half are locked together by the locking mechanism, the curved ends together form one of the corners of the protective frame.

[0017] In one embodiment, the locking end of the buckle is curved; and in the locked position, the outer surface of the second end of the buckle is flush with the outer surface formed by the curved end of the first half and the curved end of the second half.

[0018] In one embodiment, a positioning protrusion is provided on one end face of the second end of the first half and the second end of the second half, and a positioning recess is provided on the other end face to cooperate with the positioning protrusion.

[0019] In one embodiment, the linkage includes a first linkage and a second linkage that are parallel to each other. One end of the first linkage and the second linkage is pivotally connected to the latch, and the other end of the first linkage and the second linkage is pivotally connected to the second end of the first half. The inner side of the latch is provided with a relief groove, and in the locked position, the first linkage and the second linkage are accommodated in the relief groove.

[0020] In one embodiment, the first half includes a first short frame and a first long frame that are perpendicular to each other; the second half includes a second long frame and a second short frame that are perpendicular to each other; wherein one end of the first short frame is pivotally connected to one end of the second long frame; the other end of the first short frame is connected to one end of the first long frame; the other end of the second long frame is connected to one end of the second short frame; and the other end of the first long frame and the other end of the second short frame are connected by the locking mechanism.

[0021] In one embodiment, the first short frame is provided with a magnetic quick-release structure.

[0022] In one embodiment, the second long frame and the second short frame are provided with clearance holes.

[0023] The locking mechanism used in the aforementioned camera protective frame includes a lever, a connecting rod, and cooperating slots or protrusions. This locking mechanism utilizes a specific pivoting action of the lever to achieve the engagement and disengagement of the first and second mating structures. Compared to a simple elastic pin and keyhole structure, the locking mechanism of this invention requires a more directional and force-range pivoting operation to unlock, which significantly reduces the possibility of accidental contact leading to misoperation, thereby improving locking security. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the camera protection frame in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A perspective view of the camera protection frame shown from another direction;

[0026] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The front view of the camera protection frame shown;

[0027] Figure 4 For along Figure 2 Sectional view of line AA in the middle;

[0028] Figure 5 for Figure 1 The image shows a 3D view of the camera protection frame in its open state.

[0029] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0030] 100. Camera protective frame

[0031] 10. The First Half

[0032] 10a, the first end of the first half

[0033] 10b, the second end of the first half

[0034] 11. First short border

[0035] 111. Magnetic quick-release structure

[0036] 111a. Magnet

[0037] 12. First long border

[0038] 121. First receiving tank

[0039] 122. Spare space

[0040] 123. Positioning the convex part

[0041] 131. Clearance Hole

[0042] 142. Clearance Hole

[0043] 143. Positioning the recess

[0044] 150. Receiving cavity

[0045] 20. The Second Half

[0046] 20a, the first end of the second half

[0047] 20b, the second end of the second half

[0048] 21. Second longest border

[0049] 22. Second short border

[0050] 241. Second receiving tank

[0051] 30. Locking mechanism

[0052] 31. Buckle

[0053] 31a. The first end of the lever

[0054] 31b, the second end of the lever

[0055] 31c, clearance groove

[0056] 32. Connecting rod

[0057] 32a, First Link

[0058] 32b, Second Link

[0059] 33. Card slot

[0060] 34. Card protrusion

[0061] 101. Pin Detailed Implementation

[0062] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model are described clearly and completely below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the specific details described below are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and this utility model can be implemented in many other embodiments different from those described herein. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0063] In this document, when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The directional terms such as "front," "back," "up," and "down" are defined based on the location of the components in the accompanying drawings and their relative positions, and are merely for clarity and convenience in expressing the technical solution. It should be understood that the use of these directional terms should not limit the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0064] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention.

[0065] like Figure 1-5 As shown, a camera protection frame 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a first half 10 and a second half 20, and a locking mechanism 30 for releasably locking the second end 10b of the first half 10 and the second end 20b of the second half 20 together.

[0066] The first half 10 has a first end 10a and a second end 10b. The second half 20 has a first end 20a and a second end 20b. The first end 20a of the second half 20 is pivotally connected to the first end 10a of the first half 10. In one specific embodiment, the first half 10 includes a first short border 11 and a first long border 12 that are perpendicular to each other, and the second half 20 includes a second long border 21 and a second short border 22 that are perpendicular to each other. Figure 5As shown, one end of the first short frame 11 is pivotally connected to one end of the second long frame 21 via a pivot, for example, a pin 101, forming a pivotal connection between the first end 10a of the first half 10 and the first end 20a of the second half 20. The other end of the first short frame 11 is fixedly connected to one end of the first long frame 12, for example, by welding, screws, snap-fit ​​connections, or integral molding. The other end of the second long frame 21 is fixedly connected to one end of the second short frame 22. When the first half 10 and the second half 20 are closed, they together define a receiving cavity 150 for accommodating a camera.

[0067] The locking mechanism 30 is used to lock the second end 10b of the first half 10 together with the second end 20b of the second half 20. For example... Figure 1-5 As shown, the locking mechanism 30 includes a latch 31, a connecting rod 32, a first mating structure, and a second mating structure.

[0068] The latch 31 has a first end 31a and a second end 31b. A link 32 pivotally connects the first end 31a of the latch 31 to the second end 10b of the first half 10. For example, it connects to the other end of the first long frame 12. In one specific embodiment, such as... Figure 5 As shown, link 32 includes a first link 32a and a second link 32b that are parallel to each other. One end of the first link 32a and the second link 32b is pivotally connected to the first end 31a of the latch 31. The other end of the first link 32a and the second link 32b is pivotally connected to the second end 10b of the first half 10 (i.e., the other end of the first long frame 12). Figure 5 As shown, the inner side of the latch 31 is provided with a relief groove 31c. When in the locked position, the first link 32a and the second link 32b are accommodated in the relief groove 31c, making the outline of the locking mechanism more compact.

[0069] The first mating structure is located on the inner side of the second end 31b of the latch 31. Specifically, the first mating structure can be a slot 33 (or a protrusion). The second mating structure is located on the second end 20b of the second half 20 (i.e., the other end of the second short frame 22). The second mating structure is a protrusion 34 (or slot) that matches the first mating structure. For example, if the first mating structure is a protrusion, then the second mating structure is a slot; and vice versa. Figure 4 As shown, the first and second mating structures engage with each other when locked.

[0070] The operation process of camera protection frame 100 is as follows:

[0071] When it is necessary to insert or remove the camera, a force is applied to the latch 31 to pivot it about its pivot connection point with the second end 10b of the first half 10 via the connecting rod 32, for example, a pin, in the unlocking direction, such as by pulling the second end 31b of the latch upward. At this time, the second end 31b of the latch 31 moves away from the second end 20b of the second half 20 under the action of the connecting rod 32, thereby disengaging the first and second mating structures to achieve unlocking. The first half 10 and the second half 20 can be opened through the pivot connection point of their first ends 10a, 20a, thereby exposing the receiving cavity 150.

[0072] The camera is placed into the receiving cavity 150, and then the first half 10 and the second half 20 are closed. When the second end 10b of the first half 10 is aligned with the second end 20b of the second half 20, the latch 31 is moved to a locking position, for example, by pressing down on the second end 31b of the latch, causing it to pivot about the pivot connection point. At this time, the first and second mating structures engage with each other, locking the second end 10b of the first half 10 and the second end 20b of the second half 20 together, thereby achieving locking.

[0073] The locking mechanism used in the aforementioned camera protective frame includes a lever, a connecting rod, and cooperating slots or protrusions. This locking mechanism utilizes a specific pivoting action of the lever to achieve the engagement and disengagement of the first and second mating structures. Compared to a simple elastic pin and keyhole structure, the locking mechanism of this invention requires a more directional and force-range pivoting operation to unlock, which significantly reduces the possibility of accidental contact leading to misoperation, thereby improving locking security.

[0074] In another embodiment, a first receiving groove 121 is provided at the second end 10b of the first half 10, i.e., the other end of the first long frame 12, and a second receiving groove 241 is provided at the second end 20b of the second half 20, i.e., the other end of the second short frame 22. For example... Figure 4 As shown, in the locked position, the second end 31b of the latch 31 spans the second end 10b of the first half 10 and the second end 20b of the second half 20, with a portion of the second end 31b of the latch 31 accommodated in the first receiving groove 121 and the other portion accommodated in the second receiving groove 241. These receiving grooves help to position and support the latch. Furthermore, because the latch 31 is accommodated in the receiving grooves, the protective frame has better aesthetic consistency in the locked state, appearing more streamlined.

[0075] In a further embodiment, the first receiving groove 121 extends along the second end 10b of the first half 10 longer than the length of the corresponding portion of the latch 31 received within the first receiving groove 121 when in the locked position. For example... Figure 4 As shown, a free space 122 is thus formed in the first receiving groove 121 on the side of the latch 31 away from the second end 20b of the second half 20. This free space 122 can be used, for example, to facilitate the insertion of a finger into the groove to operate the latch 31 during unlocking, or to provide the clearance required for the movement of the latch during unlocking.

[0076] In another embodiment, the second end 10b of the first half 10, i.e., the other end of the first long frame 12, and the second end 20b of the second half 20, i.e., the other end of the second short frame 22, are both curved. For example... Figure 5 As shown, when the first half 10 and the second half 20 are locked together by the locking mechanism 30, the curved ends together form one of the corners of the protective frame 100. This corner is typically a rounded corner at the bottom or top of the protective frame.

[0077] In a further embodiment, the second end 31b of the latch 31 is curved. For example... Figure 4 As shown, in the locked position, the outer surface of the second end 31b of the latch 31 is flush with the outer surface formed by the curved end of the first half 10 and the curved end of the second half 20. This gives the protective frame a smooth outer contour in the locked state, improving aesthetics and feel.

[0078] In another embodiment, the second end 10b of the first half 10 and the second end 20b of the second half 20 are configured to be positioned relative to each other. Figure 5 As shown, a positioning protrusion 123 is provided on the end face of the second end 20b of the second half 20, and a positioning recess 143 that mates with the positioning protrusion 123 is provided on the end face of the second end 10b of the first half 10. These positioning structures help to accurately align the first half 10 and the second half 20 when they are closed, ensuring that the locking mechanism 30 can engage smoothly.

[0079] In one specific embodiment, a magnetic quick-release structure 111 is provided on the first short frame 11. This structure may include a magnet 111a for adsorbing onto a metal surface or for use with other accessories with magnetic or ferromagnetic materials to achieve quick installation or removal.

[0080] In one specific embodiment, clearance holes 131 and 142 are provided on the second long frame 21 and the second short frame 22. These clearance holes, for example, circular, elliptical, or irregularly shaped holes, are designed in terms of location and size according to the camera model to be protected, to avoid buttons, interfaces, microphones, speakers, or other protruding or exposed structures on the camera. Clearance holes can also be used to reduce weight or provide ventilation.

[0081] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A camera protection frame, characterized in that, include: The first half has a first end and a second end; The second half has a first end and a second end, the first end of the second half being pivotally connected to the first end of the first half, the first half and the second half together defining a receiving cavity for accommodating a camera. as well as A locking mechanism for releasably locking the second end of the first half to the second end of the second half together; The locking mechanism includes: A lever has a first end and a second end; A connecting rod pivotally connects the first end of the lever to the second end of the first half; A first mating structure is provided on the inner side of the second end of the latch; the first mating structure is a groove or a protrusion. The second mating structure is provided at the second end of the second half, and the second mating structure is a protrusion or groove that matches the first mating structure. The lever can pivot about its pivot connection point with the second end of the first half via the connecting rod, so that when the lever moves to a locked position, the first mating structure and the second mating structure engage with each other; when a force is applied to the lever to pivot it about the pivot connection point in the unlocking direction, the second end of the lever moves away from the second end of the second half under the action of the connecting rod, thereby releasing the engagement of the first mating structure and the second mating structure to achieve unlocking.

2. The camera protector according to claim 1, wherein The second end of the first half is provided with a first receiving groove, and the second end of the second half is provided with a second receiving groove; wherein, in the locked position, the first end of the buckle spans the second end of the first half and the second end of the second half, and a portion of the buckle is received in the first receiving groove, and the other portion is received in the second receiving groove.

3. The camera protector according to claim 2, wherein The first receiving groove extends along the second end of the first half of the first half for a longer length than the length of the corresponding portion of the buckle that is received in the first receiving groove when the buckle is in the locked position, thereby forming a free space in the first receiving groove on the side of the buckle away from the second end of the second half of the second half.

4. The camera protector according to claim 1, wherein The second ends of the first half and the second half are both curved, so that when the first half and the second half are locked together by the locking mechanism, the curved ends together form one of the corners of the protective frame.

5. The camera protector according to claim 4, wherein The locking end of the buckle is curved; and in the locked position, the outer surface of the second end of the buckle is flush with the outer surface formed by the curved end of the first half and the curved end of the second half.

6. The camera protector according to claim 1, wherein In the second end of the first half and the second end of the second half, a positioning protrusion is provided on one end face, and a positioning recess that cooperates with the positioning protrusion is provided on the other end face.

7. The camera protector according to claim 1, wherein The linkage includes a first linkage and a second linkage that are parallel to each other. One end of the first linkage and the second linkage is pivotally connected to the latch, and the other end of the first linkage and the second linkage is pivotally connected to the second end of the first half. The inner side of the latch is provided with a relief groove, and in the locked position, the first linkage and the second linkage are accommodated in the relief groove.

8. The camera protector according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The first half includes a first short frame and a first long frame that are perpendicular to each other; the second half includes a second long frame and a second short frame that are perpendicular to each other; wherein, one end of the first short frame is pivotally connected to one end of the second long frame; the other end of the first short frame is connected to one end of the first long frame; the other end of the second long frame is connected to one end of the second short frame; the other end of the first long frame and the other end of the second short frame are connected by the locking mechanism.

9. A camera protector according to claim 8, characterised in that, The first short frame is equipped with a magnetic quick-release structure.

10. The camera protector according to claim 8, wherein, The second long frame and the second short frame are provided with clearance holes.

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