Multi-directional input device, control handle and control equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides a multi-direction input device, a control handle and control equipment. The multi-direction input device comprises a shell, an operation body and a circuit board. A containing cavity is formed in the shell, and an opening communicated with the containing cavity is further formed in the shell. At least part of the operating body is arranged in the containing cavity in a shaking mode, the operating body comprises an operating main body, the operating main body comprises a first end, and the first end extends out of the containing cavity from the opening. The circuit board is arranged on the shell and is integrally formed with the shell. The circuit board and the shell are integrated at one position and are integrally formed, so that the problem of terminal riveting looseness of a traditional multi-direction input device can be solved, and the stability and reliability of electronic connection are ensured. The circuit board and the shell are integrally designed, so that the assembly steps are reduced, the production complexity and cost are reduced, and meanwhile, the production efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of non-contact sensing technology, specifically to multi-directional input devices, control handles, and control equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In traditional multi-directional input devices, circuit boards are usually mounted on a base. As electronic devices continue to be upgraded and updated, traditional multi-directional input devices have the following problems, such as the fact that the connection terminals of the circuit boards are usually riveted to the base, which is prone to loosening and the assembly process is complicated. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings of the existing technology, it is necessary to provide a multi-directional input device. Furthermore, embodiments of this application also provide a control handle and operating device including the multi-directional input device.

[0004] This application provides a multi-directional input device, including a housing, an operating body, and a circuit board. The housing has a cavity, and an opening communicating with the cavity is also provided on the housing. At least a portion of the operating body is movably disposed within the cavity. The operating body includes an operating main body, which includes a first end that extends out of the cavity from the opening. The circuit board is disposed within the housing and integrally formed with the housing.

[0005] In some embodiments of this application, the housing includes an outer shell and a base that are interlocked and connected. A circuit board is disposed in the base and integrally formed with the base. The circuit board includes contacts and connection terminals. A groove is provided on one surface of the base facing the outer shell. The contacts are disposed in the groove. The connection terminals extend out of one side of the base.

[0006] In some embodiments of this application, the base is an injection molded part, and the base covers the outer surface of the circuit board.

[0007] In some embodiments of this application, a fixing member is also included. The fixing member is fixed to the housing. The outer surface of the housing is provided with a stepped surface. The fixing member is provided with a fixing part, which is configured to be fixed to the stepped surface.

[0008] In some embodiments of this application, the base is provided with a port, the fastener is provided with a through hole, and the connecting terminal is located inside the port and exposed in the through hole.

[0009] In some embodiments of this application, the connecting terminal is any one of a through-hole terminal, a spring-loaded terminal, or a pin terminal.

[0010] In some embodiments of this application, the multi-directional input device further includes a rocker arm assembly and a magnetic sensing assembly. The rocker arm assembly is at least partially located within the housing and rotatably disposed thereon. An operating body is drivenly connected to the rocker arm assembly. The rocker arm assembly includes a first rocker arm and a second rocker arm, configured to rotate with the operating body in two mutually perpendicular directions. At least one of the first and second rocker arms includes a rocker arm body and rotating portions disposed at both ends of the rocker arm body. The magnetic sensing assembly includes a magnetic element and a magnetic sensor. The magnetic element is connected to the rotating portion, and the magnetic sensor is fixed to a base and disposed at a distance from the magnetic element. The magnetic sensor is configured to detect the rotational movement of the first or second rocker arm through the magnetic element.

[0011] In some embodiments of this application, a limiting part is provided on one surface of the base facing the outer shell, and a placement groove is formed between the limiting part and the base, and the magnetic sensor is disposed in the placement groove.

[0012] This application also provides a control handle, including the aforementioned multi-directional input device.

[0013] This application also provides a control device, including the aforementioned control handle. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a multi-directional input device according to one embodiment of this application.

[0015] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An exploded view of the multi-directional input device shown.

[0016] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 The cross-sectional view of the multi-directional input device shown is along the section line AA.

[0017] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 The cross-sectional view of the multi-directional input device shown along the section line BB.

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a multi-directional input device according to another embodiment of this application.

[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a multi-directional input device according to another embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 An exploded view of the multi-directional input device shown.

[0021] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a control handle according to one embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a control device according to one embodiment of this application.

[0023] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0024] Multi-directional input device 100, housing 10, operating body 20, operating main body 200, first end 201, cavity 101, opening 102, reset assembly 300, elastic element 301, support element 302, rocker arm assembly 400, first rocker arm 410, second rocker arm 420, rocker arm main body 401, rotating part 402, sliding mouth 403, outer shell 110, base 120, groove 121, limiting part 122, placement groove 1220, connecting part 123, socket 124, magnetic induction assembly 600, magnetic element 601, magnetic sensor 602, circuit board 500, contact 501, connecting terminal 502, pin 505, pressing part 700, fixing part 800, stepped surface 111, fixing part 801, sliding groove 21, control handle 30, control device 40.

[0025] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, will further illustrate this application. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0027] It should be noted that when a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or may also have a component that is centrally located. When a component is considered to be "located" on another component, it can be directly located on the other component or may also have a component that is centrally located.

[0028] 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. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0029] Please see Figures 1 to 3This application discloses a multi-directional input device 100, including a housing 10, an operating body 20, and a circuit board 500. The housing 10 has a cavity 101, and an opening 102 communicating with the cavity 101. At least a portion of the operating body 20 is movably disposed within the cavity 101. The operating body 20 includes an operating main body 200, which includes a first end 201 extending out of the cavity 101 from the opening 102. The circuit board 500 is disposed on the housing 10 and integrally formed with it. In some embodiments, the housing 10 is an injection molded part, integrally cast with the circuit board 500.

[0030] This application integrates the circuit board 500 and the housing 10 into a single, integrally cast design. This eliminates the need for riveting between the circuit board 500 and the housing 10, solving the problem of loose connections where the connection terminals 502 of the circuit board 500 are riveted to the housing 10 in traditional multi-directional input devices 100. This ensures the stability and reliability of the electronic connection. The integrated design of the circuit board 500 and housing 10 reduces assembly steps, lowers production complexity and cost, and improves production efficiency. The integrated structure reduces the possibility of external interference, improves the electromagnetic interference immunity of the multi-directional input device 100, ensures accurate signal transmission, and extends the service life of the multi-directional input device 100.

[0031] Please see Figure 2In one embodiment of this application, the housing 10 includes an outer shell 110 and a base 120 that are interlocked together, and the outer shell 110 and the base 120 together form a cavity 101. A circuit board 500 is disposed within the base 120 and integrally formed with the base 120. For example, the base 120 can be an injection molded part, integrally formed onto the surface of the circuit board 500 by injection molding. The circuit board 500 includes contacts 501 and connection terminals 502. The connection terminals 502 are used for electrical connection to an external source and for transmitting shaking information from the operating body 20 of the multi-directional input device 100. A groove 121 is provided on one surface of the base 120 facing the outer shell 110, the contacts 501 are disposed in the groove 121, and the connection terminals 502 are formed on one side of the base 120. By designing the housing 10 as an interlocking outer shell 110 and a base 120, the stability of the housing 10 is ensured. The circuit board 500 and the base 120 are integrally formed, avoiding the problem of loose contact between the circuit board 500 and the housing 10 in traditional multi-directional input devices 100. This reduces the possibility of loose terminal riveting and chip soldering misalignment, improving the stability and reliability of electronic connections. Simultaneously, a groove 121 is provided on the surface of the base 120 facing the housing 110, and the contact 501 is disposed within the groove 121, ensuring the precise layout and stability of the contact 501 and preventing signal transmission instability caused by external interference or positional misalignment. A connection terminal 502 is formed on one side of the base 120, further optimizing the layout of the circuit board 500 and improving the sensitivity and accuracy of signal transmission. This simplifies the assembly process, reduces production complexity and cost, while improving production efficiency and ensuring the high precision and reliability of the multi-directional input device 100. Optionally, the connection terminal 502 is a through-hole terminal, which can extend from the side wall of the base 120 in a direction away from the housing 110.

[0032] Please see Figure 5 In another embodiment of this application, the connection terminal 502 is a spring-loaded terminal. Unlike a through-hole terminal, the spring-loaded terminal does not require soldering of its pins 505, facilitating the disassembly, assembly, and maintenance of the multi-directional input device 100.

[0033] In some embodiments of this application, the base 120 is an injection molded part, and the base 120 covers the outer surface of the circuit board 500.

[0034] Please see Figure 6 and Figure 7 In another embodiment of this application, the base 120 is provided with a connection port a, the fastener 800 is provided with a through hole 810 corresponding to the connection port, the connection terminal 502 is located at the connection port a, and the pin-type terminal can pass through the through hole 810 and the connection port a and be electrically connected to the connection terminal 502 located in the base 120.

[0035] Please refer to the following: Figures 2 to 4 In one embodiment of this application, the multi-directional input device 100 further includes a rocker arm assembly 400 and a magnetic induction assembly 600. The rocker arm assembly 400 is at least partially located within the housing 10 and rotatably disposed thereon. The operating body 20 is drivenly connected to the rocker arm assembly 400. The rocker arm assembly 400 includes a first rocker arm 410 and a second rocker arm 420, configured to rotate with the operating body 20 about two mutually perpendicular directions. At least one of the first rocker arm 410 and the second rocker arm 420 includes a rocker arm body 401 and rotating portions 402 disposed at both ends of the rocker arm body 401. This ensures precise motion control of the multi-directional input device 100 in both plane and space. The rotating portions 402 disposed at both ends of the rocker arm body 401 further improve the stability and motion consistency of the rocker arm assembly 400. The magnetic induction assembly 600 includes a magnetic element 601 and a magnetic sensor 602. The magnetic element 601 is connected to the rotating part 402, and the magnetic sensor 602 is fixed to the base 120 and positioned at a distance from the magnetic element 601. The magnetic sensor 602 is configured to detect the rotational movement of the first rocker arm 410 or the second rocker arm 420 through the magnetic element 601, avoiding detection errors caused by varying distances. This further optimizes the layout of the magnetic induction assembly, improving detection sensitivity and accuracy, and ensuring the high precision and reliability of the multi-directional input device 100. Optionally, if the first rocker arm 410 rotates about a direction parallel to the Y-axis, the magnetic sensor 602 fixed to the base 120 and located below the first rocker arm 410 will detect the rotation of the first rocker arm 410; if the second rocker arm 420 rotates about a direction parallel to the X-axis, the magnetic sensor 602 fixed to the base 120 and located below the second rocker arm 420 will detect the rotation of the second rocker arm 420. Therefore, when the operating body 20 is rocked in the X-axis direction, the rotation of the first rocker arm 410 is detected by the magnetic sensor 602 fixed on the base 120 and located below the first rocker arm 410. When the operating body 20 is rocked in the Y-axis direction, the rotation of the second rocker arm 420 is detected by the magnetic sensor 602 fixed on the base 120 and located on the second rocker arm 420.

[0036] In some embodiments, the rocker arm body 401 also includes a slide 403 through which the first end 201 of the operating body 200 passes and can be rocked along the length of the slide 403.

[0037] Please see Figure 2In one embodiment of this application, a limiting part 122 is provided on a surface of the base 120 facing the outer shell 110, and a placement groove 1220 is formed between the limiting part 122 and the base 120. The magnetic sensor 602 is disposed in the placement groove 1220. By providing the limiting part 122 on a surface of the base 120 facing the outer shell 110 and forming the placement groove 1220 with the base 120, the stability and accuracy of the magnetic sensor 602 installation are ensured. The placement groove 1220 provides a positioning function for the magnetic sensor 602, avoiding detection errors caused by installation misalignment or unstable position of the magnetic sensor 602. At the same time, the cooperation relationship between the limiting part 122 and the base 120 further optimizes the structure of the placement groove 1220, ensuring the stability of the placement groove 1220 and avoiding positional misalignment problems during the welding of the magnetic sensor 602. This further improves the layout accuracy and stability of the magnetic induction component, ensuring the high precision and reliability of the multi-directional input device 100.

[0038] Please see Figure 2 In one embodiment of this application, a connecting portion 123 is further provided on the surface of the base 120 facing the outer shell 110. The connecting portion 123 extends toward the outer shell 110 and connects with the outer shell 110. A socket 124 is formed between the connecting portion 123 and the outer shell 110. The rotating portion 402 passes through the socket 124 and is connected to the connecting portion 123. By providing a connecting portion 123 on the surface of the base 120 facing the outer shell 110 and connecting it with the outer shell 110, the assembly process and structural stability of the multi-directional input device 100 are further optimized. The connecting portion 123 extends toward the outer shell 110 and forms a socket 124 with the outer shell 110, ensuring a stable contact between the connecting portion 123 and the outer shell 110 and avoiding structural loosening caused by unstable connection. The rotating portion 402 passes through the socket 124 and is connected to the connecting portion 123, which facilitates the alignment of the axis of motion of the rotating portion 402 with the axis of the connecting portion 123, avoiding instability caused by positional offset of the rotating portion 402. This design further optimizes the structural layout of the multi-directional input device 100, improves the overall stability and reliability of the multi-directional input device 100, and simplifies the assembly process, thereby increasing production efficiency.

[0039] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4In one embodiment of this application, the multi-directional input device 100 further includes a reset assembly 300 disposed within a cavity 101 and elastically abutting against an operating body 200. The reset assembly 300 is configured to reset the operating body 20 when at least a portion of the operating body 20 shakes within the cavity 101. The reset assembly 300 includes a support member 302 and an elastic member 301. The support member 302 is disposed on a base 120 and extends toward the first end 201, ensuring the stability of the support member 302 and the smooth movement of the operating body 20. The support member 302 is configured for the operating body 20 to be fitted onto it. The operating body 20 is provided with a groove 21, and the support member 302 passes through the groove 21. The elastic member 301 is fitted onto the support member 302, with one end connected to the support member 302 and the other end abutting against the groove 21. The operating body 20 is configured to abut against the surface of the elastic member 301 facing the opening 102. This ensures the stability of the elastic element 301 and the consistency of its elastic restoring force. The operating body 20 is configured to abut against the surface of the elastic element 301 facing the opening 102, further ensuring that the operating body 20 can automatically reset after shaking, avoiding the operating body 20 from being in a state of deviation from its original position for a long time, and improving the convenience and efficiency of operation.

[0040] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 In one embodiment of this application, the multi-directional input device 100 further includes a pressing member 700. The pressing member 700 is disposed within the cavity 101 and located on the side of the rotating part 402 near the contact 501. The pressing member 700 is configured to trigger the contact 501 by the rotating part 402 pressing against the pressing member 700 when the operating body 200 is pressed. This further optimizes the accuracy and reliability of the pressing operation. The structure of the pressing assembly is simplified while its sensitivity and stability are improved, ensuring the high efficiency and reliability of the multi-directional input device 100 in pressing operations and avoiding detection errors caused by inaccurate pressing operations or accidental touches in traditional devices.

[0041] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2In one embodiment of this application, the multi-directional input device 100 further includes a fixing member 800, which is fixed to the housing 10. The housing 10 is provided with a stepped surface 111, and the fixing member 800 is provided with a fixing part 801, which is configured to be fixed to the stepped surface 111. This optimizes the structural stability and assembly accuracy of the multi-directional input device 100. The fixing member 800 is fixed to the housing 10, ensuring a stable connection between the components of the multi-directional input device 100 and avoiding structural loosening caused by unstable fixing. The housing 10 is provided with a stepped surface 111, and the fixing part 801 is configured to be fixed to the stepped surface 111, ensuring the positional accuracy and stability of the fixing member 800, further optimizing the overall structural layout of the multi-directional input device 100, improving the seismic resistance and impact resistance of the multi-directional input device 100, and ensuring the reliability and stability of the multi-directional input device 100 in complex environments.

[0042] Please see Figure 8 This application also provides a control handle 30, including the aforementioned multi-directional input device 100. This further expands its application scope and functionality. The control handle 30, including the multi-directional input device 100, ensures the accuracy and reliability of the control handle 30 during multi-directional operation, enhancing the user's operating experience. The control handle 30 can adapt to more diverse operational needs, improving its flexibility and practicality, while also providing a more precise and reliable control handle 30 for fields such as gaming and drone control.

[0043] Please see Figure 9 This application also provides a control device 40, including the aforementioned control handle 30. This further improves the operational precision and user experience of the control device 40. The control device 40, including the control handle 30, ensures accuracy and reliability in complex operating scenarios, reducing the loss of user experience due to inaccurate operation. This design allows the control device 40 to better adapt to diverse operational needs, enhancing its competitiveness and market appeal, while also providing users with a higher quality control device 40.

[0044] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application and are not intended to limit it. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of this application without departing from the spirit and substance of the technical solutions of this application.

Claims

1. A multi-directional input device, characterized in that, include: A housing, wherein the housing has a cavity inside, and the housing also has an opening communicating with the cavity; An operating body, at least a portion of which is swayably disposed within the cavity, the operating body including an operating main body, the operating main body including a first end extending out of the cavity from the opening; and A circuit board, which is disposed on the housing and integrally formed with the housing.

2. The multi-directional input device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing includes an outer shell and a base that are interlocked. The circuit board is disposed within the base and integrally formed with the base. The circuit board includes contacts and connection terminals. A groove is provided on one surface of the base facing the outer shell. The contacts are disposed in the groove. The connection terminals extend out of one side of the base.

3. The multi-directional input device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base is an injection molded part, and the base covers the outer surface of the circuit board.

4. The multi-directional input device according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a fastener, which is fixed to the housing. The outer surface of the housing is provided with a stepped surface. The fastener is provided with a fixing part, which is configured to be fixed to the stepped surface.

5. The multi-directional input device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The base is provided with a port, the fixing member is provided with a through hole, and the connecting terminal is located in the port and exposed in the through hole.

6. The multi-directional input device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The connection terminal is any one of a straight-insertion terminal, a spring-loaded terminal, or a pin terminal.

7. The multi-directional input device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The multi-directional input device also includes: A rocker arm assembly, at least partially located within and rotatably disposed within the housing, an operating body being drivenly connected to the rocker arm assembly, the rocker arm assembly including a first rocker arm and a second rocker arm, the first rocker arm and the second rocker arm being configured to rotate with the operating body about two mutually perpendicular directions, at least one of the first rocker arm and the second rocker arm including a rocker arm body and rotating portions disposed at both ends of the rocker arm body; and A magnetic sensing assembly includes a magnetic element and a magnetic sensor. The magnetic element is connected to the rotating part, and the magnetic sensor is fixed to the base and disposed at a distance from the magnetic element. The magnetic sensor is configured to detect the rotational movement of the first rocker arm or the second rocker arm through the magnetic element.

8. The multi-directional input device according to claim 7, characterized in that, A limiting part is provided on one surface of the base facing the outer shell, and a placement groove is formed between the limiting part and the base, and the magnetic sensor is disposed in the placement groove.

9. A control handle, characterized in that, Includes the multi-directional input device as described in any one of claims 1-8.

10. A control device, characterized in that, Includes the control handle as described in claim 9.

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