Wireless network bridge

Abstract

The utility model is suitable for the technical field of communication equipment, and provides a wireless network bridge, which comprises a shell and a control module, and is characterized in that the shell is provided with a protective cover, and the protective cover is detachably connected with the shell; and the control module is connected with external equipment through a connecting line. The shell is used for installing the control module, the control module is connected with the shell and electrically connected with the external equipment through the connecting wire, the control module is located in the inner cavity of the shell, the connecting wire connected with the control module is located in the cavity between the shell and the protective cover, and the protective cover is detachably connected with the shell. The protective cover is used for protecting the interface of the control module and the connecting line, so that the interface and the connecting line can be prevented from being directly exposed in a use environment, and rainwater is prevented from permeating in outdoor use to influence the use of the wireless bridge.

Description

A wireless bridge Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of communication equipment technology, and in particular relates to a wireless bridge and a wireless bridge. Background Technology

[0002] With technological advancements (such as low-temperature startup and lightning protection design), wireless bridges, with their flexibility and efficiency, are widely used in the following fields: industrial IoT, agricultural modernization, emergency rescue and disaster management, monitoring systems, wireless data collection, transportation and infrastructure, etc. Utilizing wireless bridges has the following functions: extending network coverage, improving network transmission speed, emergency recovery and backup, reducing costs, and providing flexibility and convenience.

[0003] Wireless bridges primarily establish communication bridges between two or more networks through wireless signal transmission technology, enabling wireless data transmission. In existing technologies, most wireless bridge casing interfaces and connecting cables, except for the part connecting to the wireless bridge, have their lower parts directly exposed to the surface. This makes outdoor wireless bridges susceptible to rainwater seepage, affecting their usability. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this utility model embodiment is to provide a wireless bridge that solves the problem in the prior art where, apart from the part connected to the wireless bridge, the lower part of most wireless bridge shell interfaces and connecting cables are directly exposed on the surface, making it easy for rainwater to seep into wireless bridges used outdoors, thus affecting their use.

[0005] This utility model embodiment is implemented as follows: a wireless bridge, the wireless bridge comprising:

[0006] The housing is used for the installation of the control module. The housing is provided with a protective cover. The protective cover is detachably connected to the housing. A first mounting cavity is formed between the protective cover and the housing. The protective cover is used to protect the connecting wire connected to the control module. The connecting wire passes through the through hole on the side of the protective cover and connects to the control module, and the connection part of the connecting wire is located in the first mounting cavity.

[0007] A control module, located inside the housing, is connected to external devices via a connecting cable.

[0008] Preferably, the housing includes a housing body and a mounting shell. The mounting shell is inserted into the second mounting cavity of the housing body. The mounting shell is used for the installation of the control module. The mounting shell is provided with a first mounting part and a second mounting part. The first mounting part is snapped into the second mounting cavity, and the second mounting part is used for detachable connection with the protective cover.

[0009] Preferably, the first mounting part is inserted into the second mounting cavity and connected to the outer shell body. One side of the first mounting part is provided with a connecting plate for mounting the control module, and the other side is connected to the second mounting part. The connecting plate is provided with a set of connecting rods, and the set of connecting rods is used to connect to the control module.

[0010] Preferably, the edge of the second mounting part is provided with a stepped protrusion and a placement groove, the stepped protrusion being used to connect with the protective cover, and the placement groove being used to place the connecting wire.

[0011] Preferably, the protective cover has a connecting groove and several limiting blocks on its edge. The stepped protrusion is engaged in the connecting groove so that the protective cover is connected to the mounting shell. The limiting blocks are engaged on the outer shell body. The inner wall of the protective cover has several positioning blocks for positioning the first mounting part. The positioning blocks have limiting grooves. The top of the first mounting part is engaged in the limiting groove.

[0012] Preferably, the protective cover is further provided with a positioning groove and a connecting block. The positioning groove is used to position the connecting line. The connecting block is U-shaped and has a strip-shaped limiting protrusion. The limiting protrusion engages with the stepped protrusion of the second mounting part so that the protective cover and the mounting shell are detachably connected.

[0013] Preferably, the control module includes a circuit board and a connecting element, the connecting element being electrically connected to the circuit board, the connecting wire being plugged into the connecting element, and the circuit board being connected to a connecting rod so that the circuit board is located in the second mounting cavity.

[0014] Preferably, the outer shell body is a semi-enclosed structure. A set of placement protrusions and several heat dissipation holes are provided on the inner wall surface of the outer shell body. The set of placement protrusions are arranged in parallel. The placement protrusions are used to place the control module. The heat dissipation holes are used to dissipate heat into the second mounting cavity. A second mounting protrusion is provided at the opening of the outer shell body. The second mounting protrusion is used to install the protective cover.

[0015] Preferably, a set of placement protrusions is located at the center of the inner wall of the outer casing, so that the control module is suspended in the outer casing to achieve heat dissipation of the control module. The set of placement protrusions is divided into upper placement protrusions and lower placement protrusions. The lower placement protrusions are used to support the control module, and the upper placement protrusions restrict the movement of the control module.

[0016] Preferably, the bottom surface of the outer casing is provided with a third mounting part and a support part. The third mounting part is provided in a set. Each set of the third mounting parts is a hollow structure and has mounting holes on its back. The outer casing is installed on the target installation position of the wireless bridge through the mounting holes. The support part is located between the set of third mounting parts and is used to support the wireless bridge to increase the contact area with the target installation position.

[0017] This utility model provides a wireless bridge. The utility model includes a housing for installing a control module. The control module is connected to the housing and electrically connected to an external device via a connecting cable. A detachable protective cover is provided on the housing. The control module is located inside the housing cavity, and the connecting cable to the control module is located in the cavity between the housing and the protective cover. The protective cover protects the connecting cable connected to the control module. The protective cover is detachable from the housing, facilitating the connection of external devices to the wireless bridge via the connecting cable. Protecting the interface of the control module and the connecting cable with the protective cover prevents them from being directly exposed to the operating environment, thus preventing rainwater infiltration and ensuring the functionality of the wireless bridge when used outdoors. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the outer shell and mounting shell of a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 4 is a structural schematic diagram of the outer shell and control module in a wireless bridge according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of a half-section structure of a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 6 is a cross-sectional view of a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the mounting shell in a wireless bridge according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the protective cover in a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0026] In the attached diagram: 1. Outer shell; 11. Outer shell body; 111. Third mounting part; 112. Support part; 113. Placement protrusion; 114. Heat dissipation hole; 12. Mounting shell; 121. First mounting part; 1211. Connecting rod; 122. Second mounting part; 1221. Stepped protrusion; 1222. Placement groove; 13. Protective cover; 131. Connecting block; 1311. Limiting protrusion; 132. Positioning groove; 133. Limiting block; 134. Connecting groove; 135. Positioning block; 2. Control module; 21. Circuit board; 22. Connecting element. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0028] The specific implementation of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments.

[0029] Figures 1-3 show the structure of a wireless bridge provided in an embodiment of the present invention, including: a housing 1, the housing 1 being used for mounting a control module 2, the housing 1 being provided with a protective cover 13, the protective cover 13 being detachably connected to the housing 1, the protective cover 13 and the housing 1 forming a first mounting cavity, the protective cover 13 being used to protect the connecting wire connected to the control module 2, the connecting wire passing through a through hole on the side of the protective cover 13 and connecting to the control module 2, with the connecting part of the connecting wire located inside the first mounting cavity;

[0030] Control module 2, which is located inside the housing 1, is connected to external devices via a connecting cable.

[0031] The outer casing 1 includes an outer casing 1 body and a mounting shell 12. The mounting shell 12 is inserted into the second mounting cavity of the outer casing 1 body and is used for the installation of the control module 2.

[0032] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the wireless bridge mainly establishes a communication bridge between two or more networks through wireless signal transmission technology to realize wireless data transmission. The wireless bridge is connected to external devices via connecting cables to achieve data transmission. The wireless bridge mainly includes a housing 1 and a control module 2. The housing 1 includes a housing body and a mounting shell 12. The housing body has a certain cavity and is fitted onto the outside of the mounting shell 12. A removable protective cover 13 is provided on the mounting shell 12, so that the entire housing 1 forms a complete housing to facilitate the installation of the control module 2. The control module 2 is connected to external devices via connecting cables, and the connecting cables are electrically connected to the control module 2. The control module 2 is connected to the mounting shell 12. The entire control module 2 is located in the cavity inside the second mounting cavity, while the connecting wire connected to the control module 2 is located inside the cavity of the mounting shell 12. The protective cover 13, which is detachably connected to the mounting shell 12, is used to protect the connecting wire inside the mounting shell 12 and the part of the control module 2 connected to the connecting wire. This prevents the connecting element 22 from being completely exposed to the usage environment when the connecting wire is connected to the wireless bridge. Opening the protective cover 13 makes it easy to plug and unplug the connecting wire to the control module 2 of the wireless bridge. Closing the protective cover 13 protects the connecting wire and the part connected to the control module 2, preventing water or rainwater from seeping into the wireless bridge during use and affecting its operation.

[0033] In one embodiment of this utility model, a housing 1 is provided for installing a control module 2. The control module 2 is connected to the housing 1 and electrically connected to an external device via a connecting cable. A detachable protective cover 13 is provided on the housing 1. The control module 2 is located in the internal cavity of the housing 1. The connecting cable connected to the control module 2 is located in the cavity between the housing 1 and the protective cover 13, and the protective cover 13 protects the connecting cable connected to the control module 2. The protective cover 13 is detachably connected to the housing 1, which facilitates the connection of external devices to the wireless bridge via the connecting cable. The protective cover 13 protects the interface of the control module 2 and the connecting cable, preventing them from being directly exposed to the operating environment. When used outdoors, it prevents rainwater from seeping in and affecting the use of the wireless bridge.

[0034] As shown in Figures 1-7, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the mounting shell 12 is provided with a first mounting part 121 and a second mounting part 122. The first mounting part 121 is snapped into the second mounting cavity, and the second mounting part 122 is used to be detachably connected to the protective cover 13.

[0035] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the mounting shell 12 may be composed of a first mounting part 121 and a second mounting part 122. The first mounting part 121 is partially located in the cavity of the second mounting cavity and is snapped onto the inner wall of the outer shell 1. The first mounting part 121 and the second mounting part 122 are assembled to form the mounting shell 12 to form a complete cavity. The protective cover 13 is detachably connected to the second mounting part 122 to protect the connecting wire located in the cavity of the mounting shell 12.

[0036] As shown in Figure 7, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the first mounting part 121 is inserted into the second mounting cavity and connected to the outer shell 1 body. One side of the first mounting part 121 is provided with a connecting plate for mounting the control module 2, and the other side is connected to the second mounting part 122. The connecting plate is provided with a set of connecting rods 1211, and the set of connecting rods 1211 is used to connect with the control module 2.

[0037] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the first mounting part 121 can be a U-shaped plate structure and a connecting plate connected to the body of the outer shell 1 is provided on the side of the first mounting part 121, and the other side is connected to the second mounting part 122. The height of the opposite side wing plates of the first mounting part 121 is lower than the height of the connecting plate. The outer wall surface of the side wing plates of the first mounting part 121 is connected to the inner wall surface of the second mounting part 122. The connecting plate includes a transverse part and a longitudinal part. The longitudinal part is connected to the first mounting part 121, and the transverse part faces the cavity inside the second mounting cavity. A set of connecting rods 1211 is provided on the inner wall surface of the transverse part of the connecting plate. The control module 2 is connected to the mounting shell 12 through the connecting rods 1211 and is located in the cavity inside the second mounting cavity.

[0038] As shown in Figure 7, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the second mounting part 122 is provided with a stepped protrusion 1221 and a placement groove 1222 on its edge. The stepped protrusion 1221 is used to connect with the protective cover 13, and the placement groove 1222 is used to place the connecting wire.

[0039] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, a stepped protrusion 1221 for connecting with the protective cover 13 is provided on the thickness edge of the second mounting part 122, and the placement groove 1222 can be located on the side of the second mounting part 122 opposite to the connecting plate. The placement groove 1222 can be used to place the connecting wire part connected to the control module 2.

[0040] As shown in Figure 8, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the protective cover 13 is provided with a connecting groove 134 and a plurality of limiting blocks 133 on its edge. The stepped protrusion 1221 is engaged in the connecting groove 134 so that the protective cover 13 is connected to the mounting shell 12. The limiting blocks 133 are engaged on the body of the outer shell 1. The inner wall surface of the protective cover 13 is provided with a plurality of positioning blocks 135 for positioning the first mounting part 121. The positioning blocks 135 are provided with limiting grooves. The top of the first mounting part 121 is engaged in the limiting groove.

[0041] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the protective cover 13 for protecting the connecting wire inside the cavity of the mounting shell 12 may be provided with a connecting groove 134 and a plurality of limiting blocks 133 on its edge. The connecting groove 134 is used to engage with the stepped protrusion 1221 on the edge of the second mounting part 122 of the mounting shell 12. The limiting protrusion 1311 may be engaged with the inner wall surface of the outer shell 1 body. The limiting blocks 133 are used to engage the protective cover 13 with the outer shell 1 body. A positioning block 135 is also provided on the inner wall surface of the protective cover 13 so that the opposite two side wings of the U-shaped first mounting part 121 can be engaged in the limiting groove of the positioning block 135 to realize the detachable connection between the protective cover 13 and the mounting shell 12.

[0042] As shown in Figure 8, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the protective cover 13 is further provided with a positioning groove 132 and a connecting block 131. The positioning groove 132 is used to position the connecting line. The connecting block 131 is U-shaped and is provided with a strip-shaped limiting protrusion 1311. The limiting protrusion 1311 engages with the stepped protrusion 1221 of the second mounting part 122 so that the protective cover 13 and the mounting shell 12 are detachably connected.

[0043] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the protective cover 13 is provided with a positioning groove 132 and a connecting block 131 on the wall surface opposite to the connecting plate of the first mounting part 121. The positioning groove 132 corresponds to the placement groove 1222 of the second mounting part 122 of the mounting shell 12 to facilitate the positioning of the connecting wire part connected to the control module 2. The connecting block 131 can be located between the two positioning grooves 132, and the U-shaped connecting block 131 can have a certain elasticity. The connecting block 131 is engaged with the mounting shell 12 by the strip-shaped limiting protrusion 1311 on the back. The user can move the side wing plate of the connecting block 131 with the limiting block 133 to disengage the limiting protrusion 1311 from the mounting shell 12, and slide the protective cover 13 so that the stepped protrusion 1221 slides out along the connecting groove 134 and the limiting block 133 disengages from the connection between the outer shell 1 body, thereby opening the protective cover 13.

[0044] As shown in Figures 1-6, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the control module 2 includes a circuit board 21 and a connecting element 22. The connecting element 22 is electrically connected to the circuit board 21, and the connecting wire is plugged into the connecting element 22. The circuit board 21 is connected to the connecting rod 1211 so that the circuit board 21 is located in the second mounting cavity.

[0045] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the control module 2 is mainly provided with a circuit board 21 and a connecting element 22. The connecting element 22 is electrically connected to the circuit board 21. The connecting element 22 is connected to an external device through a connecting line. The connecting element 22 can pass through a through hole on the connecting plate of the first mounting part 121. The connecting element 22 is positioned by the through hole. The circuit board 21 is connected to the connecting rod 1211 on the first mounting part 121 so that the circuit board 21 is located in the cavity inside the second mounting cavity. The connecting element 22 is close to the mounting shell 12 so that the connecting line is located in the cavity inside the mounting shell 12 to realize the protective cover 13 to protect the connecting line.

[0046] As shown in Figures 1-6, in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the outer shell 1 has a semi-closed structure. A set of placement protrusions 113 and several heat dissipation holes 114 are provided on the inner wall of the outer shell 1. The set of placement protrusions 113 are arranged in parallel. The placement protrusions 113 are used to place the control module 2. The heat dissipation holes 114 are used to dissipate heat for the second mounting cavity. A second mounting protrusion is provided at the opening of the outer shell 1. The second mounting protrusion is used to install the protective cover 13.

[0047] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, the outer shell 1 body can be a semi-enclosed structure with a certain length. A set of placement protrusions 113 are respectively provided on the two opposite walls of the outer shell 1 body. The placement protrusions 113 are used to place the circuit board 21 of the control module 2, and heat dissipation holes 114 are provided for ventilation and heat dissipation in the second mounting cavity. A second mounting protrusion is provided on the edge of the opening of the outer shell 1 body, which can be engaged with the protective cover 13 to install the protective cover 13. The opening of the outer shell 1 body can be set as a stepped type, and the protruding part can be sleeved on the outside of the first mounting part 121 of the mounting shell 12 and flush with the second mounting part 122.

[0048] As shown in Figures 1-6, in a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a set of placement protrusions 113 are located at the center of the inner wall of the outer shell 1, so that the control module 2 is suspended in the outer shell 1 to achieve heat dissipation of the control module 2. The set of placement protrusions 113 is divided into upper placement protrusions 113 and lower placement protrusions 113. The lower placement protrusions 113 are used to support the control module 2, and the upper placement protrusions 113 restrict the movement of the control module 2.

[0049] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, a group of placement protrusions 113 are arranged side by side on the inner wall of the outer shell 1 and are divided into upper placement protrusions 113 and lower placement protrusions 113. The width of the upper placement protrusions 113 is smaller than the width of the lower placement protrusions 113. The lower placement protrusions 113 are used to support the circuit board 21 of the control module 2. The upper placement protrusions 113 can restrict the movement of the circuit board 21 of the control module 2 to avoid the circuit board 21 from shifting due to external vibration and affecting the use of the wireless bridge. By restricting the position of the circuit board 21 by the placement protrusions 113 located at the center of the inner wall of the outer shell 1, the circuit board 21 is suspended in the outer shell 1 and the heat dissipation holes 114 are used to dissipate heat for the entire second mounting cavity and the control module 2, reducing the area of ​​direct contact between the circuit board 21 and the inner wall of the outer shell 1.

[0050] As shown in Figures 1-6, in a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the bottom surface of the outer shell 1 is provided with a third mounting part 111 and a support part 112. The third mounting part 111 is provided in a set, and each set of the third mounting parts 111 has a hollow structure and a mounting hole on its back. The outer shell 1 is installed on the target installation position of the wireless bridge through the mounting hole. The support part 112 is located between the set of third mounting parts 111. The support part 112 is used to support the wireless bridge to increase the contact area with the target installation position.

[0051] In this embodiment of the present invention, preferably, a third mounting part 111 and a support part 112 with a certain height are provided on the bottom surface of the outer shell 1 body. The support part 112 is located between a group of third mounting parts 111 and arranged in parallel. The third mounting part is a hollow structure and is provided with mounting holes so that the wireless bridge can be installed at the target position by means of a hook cooperating with the mounting holes. The support part 112 can be located at the center of the bottom surface of the outer shell 1 body.

[0052] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A wireless bridge, characterized in that, The wireless bridge includes: a housing for mounting a control module, a protective cover for which a detachable connection is made between the protective cover and the housing, forming a first mounting cavity between the protective cover and the housing, the protective cover for protecting a connection cable connected to the control module, the connection cable passing through a through hole on the side of the protective cover and connecting to the control module, with the connection portion of the connection cable located within the first mounting cavity; and a control module located within the housing, which is connected to an external device via a connection cable.

2. The wireless bridge according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer casing includes an outer casing body and a mounting shell. The mounting shell is inserted into the second mounting cavity of the outer casing body. The mounting shell is used for the installation of the control module. The mounting shell is provided with a first mounting part and a second mounting part. The first mounting part is snapped into the second mounting cavity, and the second mounting part is used for detachable connection with the protective cover.

3. The wireless bridge according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first mounting part is inserted into the second mounting cavity and connected to the outer shell body. One side of the first mounting part is provided with a connecting plate for mounting the control module, and the other side is connected to the second mounting part. The connecting plate is provided with a set of connecting rods, and the set of connecting rods is used to connect to the control module.

4. The wireless bridge according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second mounting part has a stepped protrusion and a placement groove on its edge. The stepped protrusion is used to connect with the protective cover, and the placement groove is used to place the connecting wire.

5. The wireless bridge according to claim 4, characterized in that, The protective cover has a connecting groove and several limiting blocks on its edge. The stepped protrusion is engaged in the connecting groove so that the protective cover is connected to the mounting shell. The limiting blocks are engaged on the outer shell body. The inner wall of the protective cover has several positioning blocks for positioning the first mounting part. The positioning blocks have limiting grooves. The top of the first mounting part is engaged in the limiting groove.

6. The wireless bridge according to claim 4, characterized in that, The protective cover is also provided with a positioning groove and a connecting block. The positioning groove is used to position the connecting line. The connecting block is U-shaped and has a strip-shaped limiting protrusion. The limiting protrusion engages with the stepped protrusion of the second mounting part so that the protective cover and the mounting shell are detachably connected.

7. The wireless bridge according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control module includes a circuit board and a connecting element. The connecting element is electrically connected to the circuit board, and the connecting wire is plugged into the connecting element. The circuit board is connected to a connecting rod so that the circuit board is located in the second mounting cavity.

8. The wireless bridge according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer shell body is a semi-enclosed structure. A set of placement protrusions and several heat dissipation holes are provided on the inner wall surface of the outer shell body. The set of placement protrusions are arranged in parallel. The placement protrusions are used to place the control module. The heat dissipation holes are used to dissipate heat to the second mounting cavity. A second mounting protrusion is provided at the opening of the outer shell body. The second mounting protrusion is used to install the protective cover.

9. The wireless bridge according to claim 8, characterized in that, A set of placement bumps is located at the center of the inner wall of the outer shell, so that the control module is suspended in the outer shell to achieve heat dissipation of the control module. The set of placement bumps is divided into upper placement bumps and lower placement bumps. The lower placement bumps are used to support the control module, and the upper placement bumps restrict the movement of the control module.

10. The wireless bridge according to claim 8, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the outer casing is provided with a third mounting part and a support part. The third mounting part is provided in a set. Each set of the third mounting parts is a hollow structure and has mounting holes on its back. The outer casing is installed on the target installation position of the wireless bridge through the mounting holes. The support part is located between the set of third mounting parts. The support part is used to support the wireless bridge to increase the contact area with the target installation position.

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