Rotary support facilitating installation of camera assembly and video recording instrument

Abstract

The utility model relates to a rotary support facilitating installation of a camera assembly and a video recording instrument. The rotary support comprises a connecting column connected with a lamp holder assembly and a lower part integrally formed by an outer support and an inner support. Two groups of deformable inner connecting lugs are arranged below the inner bracket, an accommodating cavity is formed between the two groups of inner connecting lugs, and the camera assembly is arranged in the accommodating cavity and is rotationally connected with the inner connecting lugs; one side of the camera shell is provided with a rotating column matched with a rotating hole in the inner connecting lug, and the other side of the camera shell is provided with a second motor rotating shaft matched with a rotating shaft hole in the inner connecting lug. Through the deformable characteristic of the inner connecting lug and the cooperation of the clamping structure of the rotating column and the rotating shaft of the second motor, the camera assembly can be quickly disassembled and assembled, tools are not needed, and the assembling efficiency is greatly improved; after the inner connecting lug is reset, the camera assembly can be clamped, so that the connection firmness is ensured; and a gap structure is arranged between the outer connecting lug and the inner connecting lug, so that the mounting operation is convenient, the impact of external force can be effectively buffered, and the service life of the product is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of rotating brackets for video recorders and video recorder technology, and more particularly to a rotating bracket and video recorder that facilitates the installation of camera components. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, video recording equipment is widely used in security monitoring, smart homes, and other fields, typically requiring brackets for camera installation and angle adjustment. However, existing camera brackets have relatively simple structures, cumbersome installation processes, inconvenient connections between camera components and brackets, and limited adjustment angles, making it difficult to achieve flexible rotation in multiple directions. Furthermore, some brackets are prone to loosening at the connection points after prolonged use or under external force, affecting camera stability and recording quality. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a reasonably structured, easy-to-install, flexible, and stable camera rotating bracket and video recorder to solve the aforementioned problems in existing technologies. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem this application aims to solve is that existing camera brackets suffer from inconvenient installation, limited rotation angle, and insufficient connection stability. To address these shortcomings, this application provides a rotating bracket and video recorder that facilitate the installation of camera components.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted in this application is:

[0005] A rotating bracket is constructed to facilitate the installation of a camera assembly. The bracket includes an outer bracket and an inner bracket. The inner bracket has a receiving cavity. The camera assembly is connected to the inner bracket within the receiving cavity. The outer bracket and the inner bracket are integrally formed. The inner bracket has deformable characteristics, which allows it to deform during the installation of the camera assembly so that the camera assembly is snapped into the receiving cavity, and to lock the camera assembly in place after resetting.

[0006] Preferably, two sets of external connecting ears are provided below the outer bracket, and two sets of internal connecting ears are provided below the inner bracket corresponding to the external connecting ears. The external connecting ears and their corresponding internal connecting ears are connected, and a receiving cavity is formed between the internal connecting ears. The internal connecting ears deform during the installation of the camera assembly so that the camera assembly is inserted into the receiving cavity and connected to the internal connecting ear, and restores its deformation after the camera assembly is installed to lock the camera assembly in place.

[0007] Preferably, a gap is provided between the outer connecting ear and the inner connecting ear. The gap is used to facilitate deformation of the inner connecting ear during camera assembly installation and to provide cushioning when subjected to external impact.

[0008] Preferably, the camera assembly includes a camera housing, a camera installed inside the camera housing, and a second motor disposed inside the camera housing. A rotating column is provided on one side of the camera housing, and the rotating shaft of the second motor passes through the other side of the camera housing. A rotating hole is provided on one set of inner connecting ears corresponding to the rotating column, and a rotating shaft hole is provided on another set of inner connecting ears corresponding to the rotating shaft of the second motor. The rotating column is inserted into the rotating hole, and the rotating shaft of the second motor is inserted into the rotating shaft hole. The camera assembly rotates in a second direction under the action of the second motor.

[0009] Preferably, one set of inner connecting ears is provided with a first groove corresponding to the rotating column, and / or another set of inner connecting ears is provided with a second groove corresponding to the rotating shaft of the second motor. The first groove and the second groove are used for limiting the position when the camera assembly is installed.

[0010] Preferably, the camera housing is provided with a travel block, and the inner connecting ear is provided with a travel groove corresponding to the travel block. The travel groove and the travel block are used to limit the rotation angle of the camera assembly along the second direction.

[0011] A video recorder is constructed, comprising a lamp head assembly and a camera assembly. A power board is disposed inside the lamp head assembly, and the power board is powered through the lamp head assembly. The power board is electrically connected to the camera assembly, and the camera assembly is used for image acquisition. A rotating bracket, as described above, is disposed between the lamp head assembly and the camera assembly to facilitate the installation of the camera assembly. The rotating bracket can rotate relative to the lamp head assembly in a first direction to drive the camera assembly to rotate in the first direction.

[0012] Preferably, a connecting column is provided above the rotating bracket, a first motor is provided inside the connecting column, and a movable buckle for fixing the first motor is also provided inside the connecting column. The rotating shaft of the first motor is fixedly connected to the lamp head assembly to drive the rotating bracket to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly in a first direction.

[0013] Preferably, a stop block is provided below the lamp head assembly, and a stop post corresponding to the stop block is provided on the rotating bracket. The stop post and the stop block cooperate to limit the rotation stroke of the rotating bracket to prevent it from rotating continuously in a single direction.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: By adopting an integrated molded structure for the rotating bracket and utilizing the deformable characteristics of the inner connecting ear, combined with the snap-fit ​​installation of the rotating column and the second motor shaft, the assembly and disassembly of the camera assembly are made more convenient and quick, requiring no tools and improving assembly efficiency. The cooperative structure of the stop block and stop column, and the stroke block and stroke groove, effectively limits the rotation range, preventing wire entanglement or structural damage caused by excessive rotation. Furthermore, the gap structure between the outer and inner connecting ears not only facilitates the installation of the camera assembly but also effectively buffers external impacts, improving connection stability and service life. The rotating bracket is rotatably connected to the lamp head assembly, and a first motor drives left and right rotation within the rotating bracket. Simultaneously, the inner bracket is rotatably connected to the camera assembly and driven up and down by a second motor, enabling flexible adjustment of the camera assembly in the up, down, left, and right directions, improving the monitoring range and ease of use. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the present application will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. The drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the video recorder according to a preferred embodiment of this application;

[0017] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the video recorder according to a preferred embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the lamp holder assembly and the functional module in a preferred embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rotating bracket according to a preferred embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the rotating bracket according to a preferred embodiment of this application from another direction;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of the rotating bracket according to a preferred embodiment of the present application;

[0022] Figure 7 This is a preferred embodiment of the present application. Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the rotating support in the BB direction;

[0023] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the camera assembly according to a preferred embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, a clear and complete description will be provided below in conjunction with the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the described embodiments are some embodiments of this application, but not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this application.

[0025] A preferred embodiment of this application provides a rotating bracket and video recorder for easy installation of a camera assembly; such as... Figures 1-2 As shown, the device includes a lamp head assembly 1 and a rotating bracket 3 located below and connected to the lamp head assembly. The rotating bracket 3 connects to a camera assembly 4, which can rotate up and down within the rotating bracket 3. The rotating bracket can rotate left and right relative to the lamp head assembly 1, thereby causing the camera assembly 4 to rotate in any direction (up, down, left, right). The lamp head assembly 1 includes a lamp head 11 with a threaded interface 10 on top. A power board 12, connected to the threaded interface, is located inside the lamp head. Mains power is supplied through the threaded interface to the power board, which then steps down the voltage to 5V. The power board also powers the camera assembly, enabling image acquisition and monitoring. It should be noted that the threaded interface 10 can be replaced with a socket or other form of mains power supply, with the socket connecting to the power board and the power board stepping down the mains voltage. Alternatively, the power board can be directly connected to the mains and step down the voltage to power the camera's mainboard and functional modules.

[0026] Specifically, such as Figures 3-5As shown, the rotating bracket 3 is divided into upper and lower parts. The upper part is a connecting column 30, and a first motor 31 is installed inside the connecting column. The first motor extends into the hollow channel 130 and its shaft is fixedly connected to the lamp head assembly. When the first motor works, the first motor shaft would normally rotate. However, since the first motor shaft is fixed inside the lamp head assembly 1, it cannot rotate. At this time, based on the relativity of motion, the first motor body will rotate. The rotation of the first motor causes the rotating bracket to rotate in the left and right directions relative to the lamp head assembly, thereby realizing the rotation of the rotating bracket relative to the lamp head assembly in the first direction and driving the camera assembly to rotate in the first direction. Two sets of movable buckles 38 are also provided inside the connecting column 30. The movable buckles facilitate the installation and fixation of the first motor into the connecting column, and also facilitate the disassembly of the first motor. The lamp head assembly 1 also includes a lamp head housing 13 connected to the lamp head 11. A slot 132 is provided at the lower end of the lamp head housing 13. A retaining ring 37 is provided on the rotating bracket 3 corresponding to the slot. The retaining ring engages with the slot and can rotate within the slot to allow the rotating bracket to rotate horizontally relative to the lamp head assembly. To prevent the rotating bracket from continuously rotating in the same direction, which would cause the connecting wires of the first motor to become tangled, a stop block 131 is provided below the lamp head housing. A stop post 355 is provided on the rotating bracket corresponding to the stop block. When the rotating bracket rotates to the left until the stop block contacts the stop post, it cannot continue to rotate to the left and can only rotate to the right. Similarly, when the rotating bracket rotates to the right until the stop block contacts the stop post, it cannot continue to rotate to the right and can only rotate to the left. Thus, the stop post and stop block work together to limit the rotational stroke of the rotating bracket, preventing it from continuously rotating in a single direction. It should be noted that in the field of video recorders, the camera component 4 does not need to rotate continuously; it only needs to rotate when the video recorder needs to rotate. Therefore, there is no need to consider its rotation stroke and rotation speed.

[0027] Furthermore, such as Figures 1-7As shown, the lower part of the rotating bracket 3 is configured as an outer bracket 32 ​​and an inner bracket 33. Two sets of external connecting ears 34 are provided below the outer bracket, namely a left external connecting ear and a right external connecting ear. Correspondingly, two sets of internal connecting ears 35 are provided below the inner bracket, namely a left internal connecting ear and a right internal connecting ear. The left external connecting ear connects to the left internal connecting ear, and the right external connecting ear connects to the right internal connecting ear. The outer and inner brackets are integrally formed. A receiving cavity 36 is provided between the two sets of internal connecting ears. The camera assembly 4 is placed in the receiving cavity and rotatably connected to the two sets of internal connecting ears. The camera assembly 4 includes a camera housing 41, a camera mainboard disposed within the camera housing, a second motor 42 connected to the camera mainboard, and a camera 40. The camera is installed inside the camera housing, and the camera mainboard is electrically connected to the power board. A rotating column 410 is provided on the left side of the camera housing. A rotating hole 354 is provided on the inner connecting ear on the left side corresponding to the rotating column. The second motor shaft 420 passes through the right side of the camera housing. A shaft hole 350 is provided on the inner connecting ear on the right side corresponding to the second motor shaft. The rotating column is inserted into the rotating hole, and the second motor shaft is inserted into the shaft hole, connecting the camera assembly to the inner bracket 33. The second motor shaft is not circular. When the second motor drives the second motor shaft to rotate, since the inner bracket 33 cannot rotate in the vertical direction, the second motor will rotate vertically relative to the inner bracket, thereby driving the camera assembly 4 to rotate in the second vertical direction within the inner connecting ear 35. A travel block 411 is provided on the camera housing, and a travel groove 351 is provided on the inner connecting ear corresponding to the travel block. The rotational travel of the travel block and the travel groove limits the rotation angle of the camera assembly in the vertical direction. When the camera housing rotates, the travel block rotates in the travel groove. When it reaches the two ends of the travel groove, it cannot rotate further. Thus, the cooperation between the travel groove and the travel block limits the rotation angle of the camera assembly in the second direction.

[0028] Furthermore, such as Figures 4-7As shown, since the rotating bracket 3 is made of one-piece molded plastic material, the inner connecting ear 35 can deform to a certain extent and can recover after deformation. When the camera assembly 4 is connected to the inner connecting ear, the camera assembly is inserted into the receiving cavity, and slight force is applied to deform the inner connecting ear within the deformation range, causing the left inner connecting ear to move outward. At this time, the camera assembly can be installed into the receiving cavity, and the rotating column 410 is inserted into the rotating hole 354. The right connecting ear can also be inserted into the rotating shaft hole in the same way. To further facilitate the installation of the camera assembly onto the inner connecting ear, a first groove 353 is provided on the left connecting ear, which corresponds to the rotating column 410. The first groove limits the rotating column, thus facilitating the insertion of the rotating column into the rotating hole. A second groove 352 is provided on the right connecting ear, which corresponds to the second motor rotating shaft. The second groove limits the second motor rotating shaft, also facilitating the insertion of the second motor rotating shaft into the rotating hole. When the camera housing is installed into the receiving cavity, the rotating column enters the first groove and the second motor shaft enters the second groove. At this time, the first and second grooves limit the camera assembly, so that the camera assembly can only move along the direction of the first and second grooves. This limiting method can also guide the camera housing to be inserted into the rotating hole and the second motor shaft hole, thereby guiding the installation of the camera housing. The specific installation process of the camera assembly is as follows: First, tilt the camera assembly 4 at a certain angle so that the rotating column 410 is aligned with the first groove 353 on the left inner connecting ear, and the second motor shaft 420 is aligned with the second groove 352 on the right inner connecting ear; then gently press the camera assembly so that the inner connecting ear 35 undergoes elastic deformation outward under pressure, and the rotating column 410 slides into the rotating hole 354 along the first groove, while the second motor shaft slides into the shaft hole 350 along the second groove 352; when the rotating column and the second motor shaft are fully engaged in the corresponding holes, the inner connecting ear 35 returns to its original position due to its own elasticity, clamping the camera assembly 4 in the receiving cavity 36. At this time, a slight "click" sound can be heard, indicating that the installation is in place. Since the distance between the end of the rotating column 410 and the end of the second motor shaft 420 is slightly greater than the original distance between the two sets of inner connecting ears, the deformation of the inner connecting ears during installation is within the elastic limit of the material and will not cause damage. Moreover, after resetting, it can provide sufficient clamping force to ensure that the camera assembly is firmly connected.

[0029] Furthermore, such as Figure 7As shown, a gap 39 is provided between the outer connecting ear 34 and the inner connecting ear 35. This gap allows only the inner connecting ear to deform during camera assembly installation, resulting in less deformation force on the inner connecting ear and facilitating assembly. Simultaneously, the gap also provides a buffer at the connection between the inner connecting ear and the camera assembly. When the outer connecting ear is subjected to impact and vibrates, the vibration is only transmitted along the connection between the outer and inner connecting ears. Because the gap lengthens the transmission path, even when the vibration reaches the connection between the inner connecting ear and the camera assembly, it has become minimal or even disappeared, thereby improving the connection stability between the camera assembly and the inner connecting ear.

[0030] It should be understood that this application has been described through some embodiments, and those skilled in the art will recognize that various changes or equivalent substitutions can be made to these features and embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Furthermore, based on the teachings of this application, these features and embodiments can be modified to suit specific circumstances and materials without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, and all embodiments falling within the scope of the claims of this application are within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A rotating bracket for facilitating the installation of a camera assembly, comprising an outer bracket and an inner bracket, wherein the inner bracket has a receiving cavity, and the camera assembly is connected to the inner bracket within the receiving cavity, characterized in that: The outer bracket and the inner bracket are integrally formed. The inner bracket has deformable characteristics and is used to deform during the installation of the camera component so that the camera component is snapped into the receiving cavity and to lock the camera component after resetting.

2. The rotating bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two sets of external connecting ears are provided below the outer bracket, and two sets of internal connecting ears are provided below the inner bracket corresponding to the external connecting ears. The external connecting ears and their corresponding internal connecting ears are connected, and a receiving cavity is formed between the internal connecting ears. The internal connecting ears deform during the installation of the camera assembly so that the camera assembly is inserted into the receiving cavity and connected to the internal connecting ear, and restores its deformation after the camera assembly is installed to lock the camera assembly in place.

3. The rotating bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: A gap is provided between the outer connecting ear and the inner connecting ear. The gap is used to facilitate the deformation of the inner connecting ear during the installation of the camera assembly and to provide cushioning when subjected to external impact.

4. The rotating bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The camera assembly includes a camera housing, a camera installed inside the camera housing, and a second motor disposed inside the camera housing. A rotating column is provided on one side of the camera housing, and the rotating shaft of the second motor passes through the other side of the camera housing. A rotating hole is provided on one set of inner connecting ears corresponding to the rotating column, and a rotating shaft hole is provided on another set of inner connecting ears corresponding to the rotating shaft of the second motor. The rotating column is inserted into the rotating hole, and the rotating shaft of the second motor is inserted into the rotating shaft hole. The camera assembly rotates in a second direction under the action of the second motor.

5. The rotating bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that: One set of inner connecting ears is provided with a first groove corresponding to the rotating column, and / or another set of inner connecting ears is provided with a second groove corresponding to the rotating shaft of the second motor. The first groove and the second groove are used for limiting the position when the camera assembly is installed.

6. The rotating bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that: The camera housing is provided with a travel block, and the inner connecting ear is provided with a travel groove corresponding to the travel block. The travel groove and the travel block are used to limit the rotation angle of the camera assembly along the second direction.

7. A video recorder, comprising a lamp head assembly and a camera assembly, wherein a power board is disposed within the lamp head assembly, the lamp head assembly supplies power to the power board, the power board is electrically connected to the camera assembly, and the camera assembly is used for image acquisition, characterized in that: A rotating bracket, as described in any one of claims 1-6, is provided between the lamp head assembly and the camera assembly to facilitate the installation of the camera assembly. The rotating bracket can rotate relative to the lamp head assembly in a first direction to drive the camera assembly to rotate in the first direction.

8. The video recorder according to claim 7, characterized in that: A connecting column is provided above the rotating bracket, and a first motor is provided inside the connecting column. A movable buckle for fixing the first motor is also provided inside the connecting column. The rotating shaft of the first motor is fixedly connected to the lamp head assembly to drive the rotating bracket to rotate relative to the lamp head assembly in a first direction.

9. The video recorder according to claim 8, characterized in that: A stop block is provided below the lamp head assembly, and a stop post corresponding to the stop block is provided on the rotating bracket. The stop post and the stop block cooperate to limit the rotation stroke of the rotating bracket to prevent it from rotating continuously in a single direction.

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