Intelligent lock with integrated automatic pop-up device and storage cabinet

Abstract

The utility model discloses an intelligent lock with an integrated automatic bounce-off device and a locker, the intelligent lock is installed in a first component to enable the first component and a second component matched with the first component to be locked or unlocked, and the intelligent lock comprises a shell, the automatic bounce-off device and a locking device; the automatic bouncing device comprises an elastic sheet and an elastic piece; the elastic sheet is provided with an elastic part extending out of the shell, a mounting part assembled on the shell and a connecting part positioned between the elastic part and the mounting part; the elastic piece acts on the connecting part and provides elastic force for the elastic part; the locking device comprises a spring bolt capable of extending out of the shell and extending into the shell. The whole structure is compact, the automatic bounce-off device and the locking device are installed in the shell and then integrally installed on the first component, installation is easy and convenient, the first component is automatically bounced off through the automatic bounce-off device in the unlocking process, and use is convenient; aiming at a traditional storage cabinet, the intelligent lock can be directly and additionally arranged under the condition that the storage cabinet or a storage cabinet door is not replaced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of lock technology, and more specifically to a smart lock and locker with an integrated automatic pop-out device. Background Technology

[0002] Supermarkets, gyms and other public places usually have lockers for users to temporarily store their items. Modern lockers are usually key-operated, and the key is kept by the customer. The customer returns the key after retrieving the items from the locker.

[0003] The storage cabinets in the prior art do not have an automatic pop-open mechanism when the cabinet door is opened. A handle needs to be installed on the cabinet door to open it, which increases the cost of the storage cabinet and also affects its aesthetics.

[0004] Alternatively, the storage cabinets in the aforementioned existing technologies have an automatic pop-out structure installed in the cabinet body, and the overall structure is complex and inconvenient to install. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, the present invention provides an intelligent lock and locker with an integrated automatic pop-out device.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the first aspect of this utility model discloses a smart lock with an integrated automatic spring-opening device, installed in a first component, enabling locking or unlocking between the first component and a cooperating second component, comprising:

[0007] shell;

[0008] An automatic spring-opening device, installed in a housing, includes: a spring sheet and an elastic element; the spring sheet has an elastic portion extending out of the housing, a mounting portion fitted into the housing, and a connecting portion located between the elastic portion and the mounting portion; the elastic element acts on the connecting portion and provides elastic force to the elastic portion;

[0009] A locking device, installed in the housing, includes a latch that can extend out of and into the housing;

[0010] When the first and second components are in the locked state, the elastic part is clamped between the first and second components. When unlocked, the elastic element provides elastic force to push the first component out relative to the second component.

[0011] This technology features a compact overall structure. The automatic pop-out device and locking device are installed in the outer casing and then added as a whole to the first component. Installation is simple and convenient. When unlocking, the first component automatically pops open through the automatic pop-out device, making it easy to use. For traditional lockers, this smart lock can be directly installed without replacing the locker or locker door.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the elastic element is a tension spring, with the first end of the tension spring connected to the connecting part of the spring sheet and the second end of the tension spring connected to a fixing part; in this technology, the elastic force of the tension spring is used to pop the first component relative to the second component, which is an achievable method.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the direction of the elastic force of the elastic element is on the same straight line as the direction in which the first component pops out relative to the second component.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the outer shell includes: an upper shell and a lower shell. The upper shell is provided with a groove corresponding to the elastic part and the connecting part; the lower shell is provided with the fixing part. In this technology, the outer shell is designed as a split structure, which facilitates the installation of the automatic pop-out device and the locking device. The groove can prevent the gap between the first component and the second component from being too large after they are closed due to the presence of the spring piece, thus ensuring that the first component and the second component are tightly closed.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the elastic part is sheet-shaped and can be partially embedded in the groove.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the outer shell is formed with a rib structure that limits the mounting part; the mounting part is limited by the rib structure.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, it further includes: an input device and a battery;

[0018] The battery is installed inside the casing;

[0019] The input device is located outside the housing and has a hollow connecting cylinder with external threads. The housing is provided with a hole for inserting the connecting cylinder, and a nut is locked at the end of the connecting cylinder to limit the input device and the housing. In this technology, the input device is used to input a password and then control the operation of the motor.

[0020] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the locking device further includes a motor, which drives the locking tongue to extend or retract into the housing; the motor is communicatively connected to the input device.

[0021] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the locking device further includes: a motor and a sliding block;

[0022] The motor's output shaft is connected to an eccentric wheel with a shaft body;

[0023] The sliding block has a groove for inserting the shaft of the eccentric wheel, a strip groove for engaging the limiting part of the locking tongue, and a return spring installed in the strip groove;

[0024] The slotted groove is formed along the direction in which the latch extends out and into the housing;

[0025] One end of the return spring is confined within the strip groove, while the other end acts on the limiting part. The return spring provides the elastic force to push the latch out of the housing; this specifically defines the structure of the locking device.

[0026] The second aspect of this utility model discloses a storage cabinet, including a smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device as described in any one of the claims, wherein the first component is a door body and the second component is a door frame installed on the cabinet body.

[0027] The remaining beneficial technical effects of this utility model are embodied in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0028] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smart lock;

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a smart lock from another angle;

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the lower housing being removed from a smart lock.

[0032] Figure 4 An exploded view of a smart lock;

[0033] Figure 5 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the smart lock;

[0034] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of a smart lock;

[0035] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the locking device in a smart lock.

[0036] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the combination of the locking tongue, sliding block and return spring;

[0037] Figure 9 This is a side view diagram of a smart lock;

[0038] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of a smart lock installed in a locker door.

[0039] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of a smart lock installed in a locker.

[0040] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0041] First component 01; Second component 02; Outer shell 100; Hole 101; Upper shell 110; Groove 111; Upper mounting platform 112; Lower shell 120; Fixing part 121; Lower mounting platform 122; Automatic pop-out device 200; Spring piece 210; Elastic part 211; Mounting part 212; Connecting part 213; Elastic element 220; Locking device 300; Lock tongue 310; Limiting part 311; Motor 320; Sliding block 330; Groove 331; Strip groove 332; Return spring 333; Eccentric wheel 340; Shaft 341; Input device 400; Connecting cylinder 410; External thread 411; Nut 420. Detailed Implementation

[0042] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the invention, and therefore only show the components relevant to the invention.

[0043] A smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device is installed in the first component 01, which locks or unlocks the first component 01 and the cooperating second component 02.

[0044] The smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device includes: a housing 100, an automatic pop-out device 200, and a locking device 300;

[0045] The outer casing 100 can be as follows Figure 2 The flat shell structure shown can accommodate the automatic pop-out device 200 and the locking device 300. The outer shell 100 plays a role in waterproofing and stain prevention to a certain extent.

[0046] The automatic pop-out device 200 is installed in the housing 100, such as Figure 3-4 As shown, the automatic spring-opening device 200 includes: a spring piece 210 and an elastic element 220;

[0047] Specifically, the spring piece 210 has an elastic portion 211 extending out of the outer casing 100, a mounting portion 212 assembled into the outer casing 100, and a connecting portion 213 located between the elastic portion 211 and the mounting portion 212; the elastic element 220 acts on the connecting portion 213 and provides elastic force to the elastic portion 211; the elastic portion 211, the mounting portion 212, and the connecting portion 213 are all made of plastic and are integrally injection molded. Figure 3 As shown, after the spring piece 210 is assembled, the elastic part 211 extends out of the outer casing 100. When the first component 01 and the second component 02 are in the locked state, the elastic part 211 is clamped between the first component 01 and the second component 02. When unlocked, the elastic member 220 provides elastic force to the elastic part 211 to push the first component 01 out relative to the second component 02.

[0048] like Figure 11 As shown, the first component 01 and the second component 02 are in a locked state, and the elastic part 211 is clamped between the first component 01 and the second component 02. Figure 11 In terms of orientation, the left side of the elastic part 211 is attached to a surface of the second member 02, the right side of the elastic part 211 is attached to a surface of the first member 01, and the elastic part 211 has an elastic potential to pop out to the left.

[0049] Assuming the second component 02 is fixed, when the first component 01 and the second component 02 are unlocked, the elastic part 211 pops out to the left, causing the elastic part 211 to push the first component 01 out to the right in the opposite direction.

[0050] When applied to products such as lockers and door components, it enables the door to automatically open.

[0051] Furthermore, the elastic element 220 is a tension spring, with the first end of the tension spring connected to the connecting part 213 of the spring piece 210, and the second end of the tension spring connected to a fixing part 121;

[0052] The tension spring mainly provides tension to the elastic part 211, such as Figure 11 As shown, when the elastic part 211 is clamped between the first member 01 and the second member 02, the tension spring provides a leftward elastic force to the elastic part 211; the direction of the elastic force of the elastic member 220 is in the same straight line as the direction in which the first member 01 pops out relative to the second member 02.

[0053] Furthermore, to facilitate the installation of the automatic pop-out device 200 and the locking device 300, the outer casing 100 adopts a split structure, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the outer casing 100 includes an upper casing 110 and a lower casing 120, which can be assembled using common snap-fit ​​or screw-locking methods; for example... Figure 2 As shown, the outer shell 100 is a flat, rectangular box shape. The outer shell 100 is installed behind the first component 01 to minimize the space it occupies and reduce the overall volume of the first component 01 and the smart lock after assembly.

[0054] The upper housing 110 is provided with a groove 111 corresponding to the elastic part 211 and the connecting part 213; the lower housing 120 is provided with the fixing part 121. Here, the fixing part 121 is hook-shaped and integrally formed on the lower housing 120. One end of the tension spring is hung on the fixing part 121, which is convenient for installation.

[0055] like Figure 4 As shown, the connecting part 213 is shaft-shaped, which makes it easy for the lower end of the tension spring to be hung on the connecting part 213, making the installation of the tension spring very simple.

[0056] like Figure 5As shown, the tension spring provides an elastic part 211 as follows: Figure 5 The upward pulling force shown;

[0057] Optionally, such as Figure 5 As shown, the tension spring can also be changed to the lower side where the elastic part 211 is provided, in which case the tension spring provides an upward thrust to the elastic part 211.

[0058] like Figure 3 As shown, the elastic part 211 is sheet-shaped, which can prevent the gap between the first component 01 and the second component 02 from being too large when they are closed; at the same time, after the groove 111 is added, the elastic part 211 can be partially embedded in the groove 111, further reducing the gap between the first component 01 and the second component 02 when they are closed, so that they are tightly closed.

[0059] Furthermore, the outer shell 100 is formed with a rib structure that limits the mounting portion 212.

[0060] Specifically, such as Figure 4-5 As shown, the mounting part 212 is frame-shaped, with an upper mounting platform 112 formed at the upper housing 110 and a lower mounting platform 122 formed at the lower housing 120. After the outer shell 100 is assembled, the upper mounting platform 112 and the lower mounting platform 122 are connected to each other, confining the mounting part 212 between them, thus completing the installation of the spring piece 210.

[0061] Furthermore, the locking device 300 is installed in the housing 100 and includes a locking tongue 310 that can extend out of the housing 100 and into the housing 100 and a sliding block 330. The locking device 300 locks the first component 01 and the second component 02. A locking groove (not shown in the figure) is provided at the second component 02.

[0062] Specifically, such as Figure 3 and Figure 7 As shown, the output shaft of the motor 320 is connected to an eccentric wheel 340 with a shaft body 341;

[0063] The sliding block 330 has a groove 331 for inserting the shaft 341 of the eccentric wheel 340, a strip groove 332 for engaging the limiting part 311 of the locking tongue 310, and a return spring 333 installed in the strip groove 332.

[0064] The slot 332 is formed along the direction in which the latch 310 extends out of and into the housing 100;

[0065] One end of the return spring 333 is confined within the strip groove 332, and the other end acts on the limiting part 311. The return spring 333 provides the elastic force to push the locking tongue 310 out of the housing 100.

[0066] In order for the sliding block 330 and the locking tongue 310 to move in a straight line correctly, a guide groove structure can be provided at the housing 100.

[0067] like Figure 4 As shown, for clearer display, Figure 4 The motor 320 and eccentric wheel 340 are concealed. The motor 320 drives the eccentric wheel 340 to rotate one revolution in the forward direction. During the first half of the revolution, the shaft 341 of the eccentric wheel 340 is confined within the groove 331 of the sliding block 330, and the curvilinear motion of the eccentric wheel 340 is converted into the linear motion of the sliding block 330. The sliding block 330 moves in the Y direction, and at the same time drives the locking tongue 310 to move in the Y direction and extend into the housing 100. During the second half of the revolution, the sliding block 330 moves in the X direction, and at the same time drives the locking tongue 310 to move in the X direction and extend out of the housing 100.

[0068] That is, one rotation of the motor 320 is enough to complete the locking tongue 310 first extending into the outer shell 100 and then extending out of the outer shell 100.

[0069] In addition, under external force, the locking tongue 310 is pushed directly in the Y direction. The locking tongue 310 moves in the Y direction and extends into the outer shell 100. The sliding block 330 remains stationary, and the limiting part 311 moves in the Y direction in the strip groove 332. The return spring 333 is compressed. After the external force disappears, under the elastic force of the return spring 333, the locking tongue 310 moves in the X direction, that is, it extends out of the outer shell 100.

[0070] The front end of the latch 310 has an arc-shaped surface. During the process of closing the first component 01 and the second component 02, the arc-shaped surface at the front end of the latch 310 is pushed inward by the reverse force from the second component 02 and moves into the outer casing 100 (i.e., Figure 4 In the Y direction), when the locking tongue 310 corresponds to the locking groove of the second component 02, the locking tongue 310 moves along the X direction and gets into the locking groove under the elastic force of the return spring 333, thus completing the locking.

[0071] In use, after the motor 320 drives the eccentric wheel 340 to rotate half a revolution, the locking tongue 310 disengages from the locking groove and extends into the outer casing 100. At the same time, the elastic part 211 is released and pushes the first component 01 to pop out relative to the second component 02.

[0072] Furthermore, it also includes an input device 400 and a battery, the battery being installed inside the housing 100, which enables the smart lock to operate without direct connection to mains power. The input device 400, motor 320, and battery are electrically connected, and the input device 400 and motor 320 are communicatively connected.

[0073] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 9As shown, the input device 400 is located outside the housing 100, and the input device 400 has a hollow connecting cylinder 410, which has an external thread 411.

[0074] The outer casing 100 is provided with a hole 101 for inserting the connecting cylinder 410. The connecting cylinder 410 passes through the hole 101 and enters the interior of the outer casing 100. A nut 420 is provided at the end of the connecting cylinder 410. The diameter of the nut 420 is larger than the diameter of the hole 101, so that the connecting cylinder 410 is restricted within the outer casing 100. The input device 400 and the outer casing 100 are then assembled.

[0075] The connecting cylinder 410 is hollow, which facilitates wiring.

[0076] The input device 400 can be touch input, key input, knob input, face recognition input, etc.

[0077] When the correct password is entered into the input device 400 or the face recognition is successful, the motor 320 runs, controlling the locking tongue 310 to extend into the outer shell 100, and the spring piece 210 pushes the first component 01 to pop out relative to the second component 02.

[0078] The specific principle of the input device 400 can be described using existing technologies, such as smart door lock technology, etc., and its specific principle will not be elaborated in detail here.

[0079] A type of locker, such as Figure 9-11 As shown, the smart lock includes the aforementioned integrated automatic pop-out device, wherein the first component 01 is the door body, and the second component 02 is the door frame installed on the cabinet body.

[0080] The locker can be used in supermarkets or public places. One side of the first component 01 is pivotally connected to one side of the second component 02. The smart lock is installed behind the first component 01. Figure 11 As shown, the outer casing 100 is on the left side of the door, and the input device 400 is on the right side of the door. The user enters a password through the input device 400 to unlock the door. The motor drives the latch 310 to retract into the outer casing 100, and the first component 01 and the second component 02 are unlocked. The spring force of the spring piece 210 pushes the first component 01 to the right to open it. Specifically, the spring piece 210 provides the spring force to the right of the first component 01, causing the first component 01 to rotate to the right and open.

[0081] It is worth noting that traditional lockers are generally opened with a key, and the door has a round hole for installing a lock. After removing the lock from a traditional locker, a round hole is left. Therefore, without replacing the locker door, this smart lock can be directly installed. The outer shell with the automatic spring device 200 and the locking device 300 is installed on the inside of the locker door. Then, the connecting tube 410 of the input device 400 is installed through the round hole and the hole 101 on the outer shell 100. The input device 400 is assembled on the outside of the locker door.

[0082] Therefore, without replacing the locker, the original lock can be removed and this smart lock can be installed directly, effectively reducing costs and saving resources.

[0083] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device, installed in a first component (01), enabling locking or unlocking between the first component (01) and a cooperating second component (02), characterized in that: include: Outer shell (100); An automatic pop-out device (200), installed in a housing (100), includes: a spring (210) and an elastic element (220); the spring (210) has an elastic portion (211) extending out of the housing (100), a mounting portion (212) fitted into the housing (100), and a connecting portion (213) located between the elastic portion (211) and the mounting portion (212); the elastic element (220) acts on the connecting portion (213) and provides elastic force to the elastic portion (211); A locking device (300) is installed in the housing (100) and includes a latch (310) that can extend out of the housing (100) and extend into the housing (100); When the first component (01) and the second component (02) are in the locked state, the elastic part (211) is clamped between the first component (01) and the second component (02). When unlocked, the elastic element (220) provides the elastic force of the elastic part (211) to push the first component (01) out relative to the second component (02).

2. The smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic element (220) is a tension spring, with the first end of the tension spring connected to the connecting part (213) of the spring sheet (210) and the second end of the tension spring connected to a fixing part (121).

3. The smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The elastic force direction of the elastic element (220) is on the same straight line as the direction in which the first component (01) pops out relative to the second component (02).

4. The smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer shell (100) includes an upper shell (110) and a lower shell (120). The upper shell (110) is provided with a groove (111) corresponding to the elastic part (211) and the connecting part (213). The lower shell (120) is provided with the fixing part (121).

5. The smart lock with an integrated automatic spring-opening device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The elastic part (211) is sheet-shaped and can be partially embedded in the groove (111).

6. The smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer shell (100) has a rib structure formed inside to limit the mounting part (212).

7. The smart lock with an integrated automatic spring-opening device according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: It also includes: an input device (400) and a battery; The battery is installed inside the casing (100); The input device (400) is located outside the housing (100), and the input device (400) has a hollow connecting cylinder (410) with an external thread (411); The outer casing (100) is provided with a hole (101) for inserting the connecting cylinder (410), and a nut (420) is locked at the end of the connecting cylinder (410) to limit the input device (400) and the outer casing (100).

8. The smart lock with an integrated automatic spring-opening device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The locking device (300) also includes a motor (320) that drives the locking tongue (310) to extend out of or into the housing (100); the motor (320) is communicatively connected to the input device (400).

9. The smart lock with an integrated automatic spring-opening device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The locking device (300) further includes: a motor (320) and a sliding block (330); The output shaft of the motor (320) is connected to an eccentric wheel (340) with a shaft body (341); The sliding block (330) has a groove (331) for inserting the shaft (341) of the eccentric wheel (340), a strip groove (332) for engaging the limiting part (311) of the locking tongue (310), and a return spring (333) installed in the strip groove (332); The slot (332) is formed along the direction in which the latch (310) extends out and into the outer casing (100); One end of the return spring (333) is confined within the strip groove (332), and the other end acts on the limiting part (311). The return spring (333) provides the elastic force to push the latch (310) out of the housing (100).

10. A storage cabinet, characterized in that: The smart lock with an integrated automatic pop-out device as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the first component (01) is a door body and the second component (02) is a door frame installed on the cabinet body.

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