Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device convenient to disassemble

Abstract

A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device convenient to disassemble is characterized in that the Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device comprises a shell, an upper cover, a circuit board and a power module, connecting assemblies are arranged on the two sides of an opening in the top of the shell, the shell is connected with the upper cover through the connecting assemblies, the circuit board and the power module are installed in an inner cabin of the shell, the power module is electrically connected with the circuit board, and the power module is electrically connected with the circuit board. The circuit board is provided with a communication unit, the communication unit designed by the utility model realizes data conversion between Bluetooth and a CAN bus, solves the limitation problem that CAN bus equipment needs wired connection, improves the flexibility and convenience of the equipment, and improves the usability of the device by additionally arranging an indicating lamp to identify different state conditions; when the shell of the equipment designed by the utility model needs to be disassembled, an operator only needs to pull a handle to disassemble the upper cover and maintain the interior, and the operation can be carried out without a tool, so that the use convenience is greatly enhanced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of communication equipment technology, and in particular to a Bluetooth to CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble. Background Technology

[0002] In modern industrial automation, instrumentation, and the Internet of Things (IoT), the CAN bus, as a highly efficient serial communication network, is widely used for data transmission between devices. However, CAN bus devices typically require wired connections for communication, which presents limitations in some application scenarios. For example, in equipment debugging, remote monitoring, and situations requiring frequent mobile device movement, wired connections may be constrained by cabling limitations, increasing the complexity of installation and maintenance.

[0003] Bluetooth technology, as a wireless communication technology, boasts advantages such as low power consumption, low cost, and ease of implementation, and has been widely used in the field of wireless communication. Therefore, there is a need to design a bus device that combines Bluetooth technology with the CAN bus to achieve data conversion between Bluetooth and CAN buses. Furthermore, current bus devices are typically secured with screws, requiring tools for disassembly and maintenance, leading to inconvenience. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a Bluetooth to CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble, realizes the data conversion between Bluetooth and CAN bus, solves the limitation of CAN bus devices requiring wired connection, and improves the flexibility and convenience of the device; moreover, the device shell can be disassembled and opened without tools for maintenance, which also enhances the ease of use of the device.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble is characterized by comprising a housing, a top cover, a circuit board, and a power module. The top opening of the housing is provided with connecting components on both sides and is connected to the top cover through the connecting components. The circuit board and the power module are installed in the inner compartment of the housing. The power module is electrically connected to the circuit board, and a communication unit is provided on the circuit board.

[0007] The connecting assembly consists of a handle, a movable plate, a limiting block, and a compression spring. The movable plate is located inside the housing. Limiting blocks are fixedly installed at both ends of the front side of the movable plate. Multiple sets of compression springs are installed between the rear side of the movable plate and the inner wall of the housing. One end of the compression spring is connected to the inner wall of the housing, and the other end is connected to the movable plate. The vertical part of the handle passes through the through hole provided on the housing and extends into the housing to be fixedly connected to the rear side of the movable plate.

[0008] Positioning blocks are provided at the four corners of the top cover, and the positioning blocks are provided with limiting grooves, which are adapted to the limiting grooves.

[0009] Furthermore, the front end of the limiting block is configured as an arc-shaped structure, which facilitates the limiting block extending into the limiting groove.

[0010] The communication unit consists of a Bluetooth module, a CAN bus module, and a microcontroller. The microcontroller is electrically connected to both the Bluetooth module and the CAN bus module, and all three modules are electrically connected to the power supply module.

[0011] Furthermore, the Bluetooth module uses a low-power Bluetooth chip. The Bluetooth module is used to communicate wirelessly with external Bluetooth devices, receive data sent by external Bluetooth devices, and transmit the received data to the microcontroller; at the same time, it transmits the data sent by the microcontroller to the external Bluetooth device via wireless communication.

[0012] Furthermore, the CAN bus module is used to communicate with the CAN bus network, receive data from the CAN bus network, and transmit the received data to the microcontroller; simultaneously, it transmits data sent by the microcontroller to the CAN bus network. The CAN bus module includes a CAN controller and a CAN transceiver. The CAN controller is used to parse and generate the CAN bus protocol, and the CAN transceiver is used to perform level conversion of the CAN bus signals to ensure reliable data transmission within the CAN bus network.

[0013] Furthermore, the microcontroller, as the core control unit of the device, receives data transmitted from the Bluetooth module and the CAN bus module, and processes and converts the data according to preset protocols and rules. When the microcontroller receives data transmitted from the Bluetooth module, it converts it into a data format conforming to the CAN bus protocol and sends it to the CAN bus network through the CAN bus module; when the microcontroller receives data transmitted from the CAN bus module, it converts it into a data format conforming to the Bluetooth protocol and sends it to an external Bluetooth device through the Bluetooth module. The microcontroller is a high-performance microcontroller with sufficient processing power and storage capacity to meet the needs of data processing and conversion.

[0014] Furthermore, the housing is equipped with indicator lights, which are electrically connected to the microcontroller and used to display the device's operating status, such as Bluetooth connection status, CAN bus communication status, and data transmission status. Through the indicator light module, users can intuitively understand the device's operating status, facilitating debugging and maintenance.

[0015] Furthermore, the housing is equipped with a communication interface for the CAN bus module and a power interface for the power module, facilitating user connection and operation.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0017] The communication unit designed in this utility model realizes the data conversion between Bluetooth and CAN bus, solves the limitation of CAN bus devices requiring wired connection, improves the flexibility and convenience of the device, and improves the ease of use of the device by adding indicator lights to indicate different status conditions.

[0018] The outer shell of the device designed in this utility model is assembled with a connecting component for the top cover and the housing. When disassembly is required, the operator only needs to pull the handle to move the moving plate toward the inner wall of the housing. At this time, the compression spring is compressed. After the moving plate moves, the limiting block in the limiting groove of the positioning block inserted under the upper housing moves out, releasing the limiting fixation of the upper housing, thus completing the disassembly of the top cover for internal maintenance. This can be done without the aid of tools, greatly enhancing the convenience of use. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a front view of the overall structure of a Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3This is an exploded view of the upper cover and lower shell of a Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of a Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to the present invention.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the communication unit module of a Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to this utility model;

[0024] As shown in the figure: 1. Housing, 11. Communication interface, 12. Power interface, 2. Top cover, 21. Positioning block, 211. Limiting hole, 31. Handle, 32. Moving plate, 33. Compression spring, 34. Limiting block, 4. Circuit board, 5. Power module, 6. Microcontroller, 7. Bluetooth module, 8. CAN bus module, 9. Indicator light. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0027] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0028] Example 1

[0029] As shown in the figure, connecting components are provided on both sides of the top opening of the housing 1 and are connected to the top cover 2 through the connecting components. The connecting components consist of a handle 31, a movable plate 32, a limiting block 34 and a compression spring 33. The movable plate 32 is located inside the housing 1. The two ends of the front side of the movable plate 32 are respectively fixedly provided with limiting blocks 34. Multiple sets of compression springs 33 are provided between the rear side of the movable plate 32 and the inner wall of the housing 1. One end of the compression spring 33 is connected to the inner wall of the housing 2, and the other end is connected to the movable plate 32. The vertical part of the handle 31 passes through the through hole provided on the housing 1 and extends into the interior of the housing 1 and is fixedly connected to the rear side of the movable plate 32.

[0030] like Figure 4 The upper cover 2 has a positioning block 21 at each of its four corners. The positioning block 21 has a limiting groove 211. The limiting block 34 in the connecting component is adapted to the limiting groove 211. The front end of the limiting block 34 is set as an arc structure, which facilitates the limiting block 34 to extend into the limiting groove 211.

[0031] The inner compartment of the shell 1 contains a circuit board 4 and a power module 5. The power module 5 is electrically connected to the circuit board 4, and the circuit board 4 is equipped with a communication unit, such as... Figure 5 The communication unit consists of a Bluetooth module 7, a CAN bus module 8, and a microcontroller 6. The microcontroller 6 is electrically connected to both the Bluetooth module 7 and the CAN bus module 8. The Bluetooth module 7, the CAN bus module 8, and the microcontroller 6 are all electrically connected to the power supply module 5.

[0032] The Bluetooth module 7 uses a low-power Bluetooth chip. The Bluetooth module 7 is used to communicate wirelessly with external Bluetooth devices, receive data sent by external Bluetooth devices, and transmit the received data to the microcontroller 6. At the same time, it transmits the data sent by the microcontroller 6 to the external Bluetooth devices via wireless communication.

[0033] CAN bus module 8 is used to communicate with the CAN bus network, receive data from the CAN bus network, and transmit the received data to the microcontroller; simultaneously, it transmits data sent by the microcontroller 6 to the CAN bus network. CAN bus module 8 includes a CAN controller and a CAN transceiver. The CAN controller is used to parse and generate the CAN bus protocol, and the CAN transceiver is used to perform level conversion of the CAN bus signals to ensure reliable data transmission within the CAN bus network.

[0034] Microcontroller 6, as the core control unit of the device, receives data transmitted from Bluetooth module 7 and CAN bus module 8, and processes and converts the data according to preset protocols and rules. When microcontroller 6 receives data transmitted from the Bluetooth module, it converts it into a data format conforming to the CAN bus protocol and sends it to the CAN bus network through CAN bus module 8. When microcontroller 6 receives data transmitted from CAN bus module 8, it converts it into a data format conforming to the Bluetooth protocol and sends it to external Bluetooth devices through Bluetooth module 7. Microcontroller 6 uses a high-performance microcontroller with sufficient processing power and storage capacity to meet the needs of data processing and conversion.

[0035] like Figure 2 The housing 1 is equipped with indicator lights 8 and 9, which are electrically connected to the microcontroller 6. These lights display the device's operating status, such as Bluetooth connection status, CAN bus communication status, and data transmission status. Indicator lights 8 allow users to intuitively understand the device's operation, facilitating debugging and maintenance. The housing 1 also features a communication interface 11 for the CAN bus module 8 and a power interface 12 for the power module 5, enabling convenient connection and operation.

[0036] Example 2

[0037] In this invention, the Bluetooth module 7 is connected to the microcontroller 6 for wireless communication with external Bluetooth devices; the CAN bus module 8 is connected to the microcontroller 6 for communication with the CAN bus network; the microcontroller 6 serves as the core control unit for data processing and conversion; and the power module 5 provides power to the Bluetooth module 7, the CAN bus module 8, and the microcontroller 6.

[0038] In practical applications, when data from an external Bluetooth device needs to be transmitted to the CAN bus network, the external Bluetooth device sends data to the microcontroller 6 via Bluetooth module 7. Microcontroller 6 processes and converts the received data, transforming it into a data format conforming to the CAN bus protocol, and then transmits the data to the CAN bus network via CAN bus module 8. Conversely, when data from the CAN bus network needs to be transmitted to an external Bluetooth device, CAN bus module 8 receives data from the CAN bus network and transmits it to microcontroller 6. Microcontroller 6 processes and converts the data, transforming it into a data format conforming to the Bluetooth protocol, and then transmits the data to the external Bluetooth device via Bluetooth module 7.

[0039] Example 3

[0040] When the internal maintenance of this utility model device requires disassembly of the outer casing, the operator only needs to pull the handle 31 to move the moving plate 32 toward the inner wall of the casing 1. At this time, the compression spring 33 between the moving plate 32 and the inner wall of the casing 1 is compressed. After the moving plate 32 moves, the limiting block 34 in the limiting groove 211 of the positioning block 21 inserted under the upper casing 2 moves out, releasing the limiting fixation of the upper casing, thus completing the disassembly of the upper cover for internal maintenance, which can be carried out without the aid of tools. Similarly, during installation, simply pull the handle 31, align the upper cover 1 with the casing 2, release the handle 31, and under the reset movement of the compression spring 33, the limiting block 34 extends into the limiting groove 211 of the positioning block 21, thus completing the limiting installation of the upper cover 1, providing convenience for the use of this bus device.

[0041] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. The various components mentioned in this utility model are common technologies in the existing field. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble, characterized in that... The device includes a housing, a top cover, a circuit board, and a power module. The top opening of the housing has connecting components on both sides and is connected to the top cover through the connecting components. The inner compartment of the housing contains the circuit board and the power module. The power module is electrically connected to the circuit board, and the circuit board has a communication unit.

2. The Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 1, characterized in that... The connecting assembly consists of a handle, a movable plate, a limiting block, and a compression spring. The movable plate is located inside the housing. Limiting blocks are fixedly installed at both ends of the front side of the movable plate. Multiple sets of compression springs are installed between the rear side of the movable plate and the inner wall of the housing. One end of the compression spring is connected to the inner wall of the housing, and the other end is connected to the movable plate. The vertical part of the handle passes through the through hole provided on the housing and extends into the housing to be fixedly connected to the rear side of the movable plate.

3. The Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 2, characterized in that... Positioning blocks are provided at the four corners of the top cover, and the positioning blocks are provided with limiting grooves, which are adapted to each other.

4. The Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 2, characterized in that... The front end of the limiting block is configured as an arc shape.

5. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 1, characterized in that... The communication unit consists of a Bluetooth module, a CAN bus module, and a microcontroller. The microcontroller is electrically connected to both the Bluetooth module and the CAN bus module, and all three modules are electrically connected to the power supply module.

6. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 5, characterized in that... The Bluetooth module uses a low-power Bluetooth chip and is used for wireless communication with external Bluetooth devices.

7. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 5, characterized in that... The CAN bus module is used to communicate with the CAN bus network.

8. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 5, characterized in that... The microcontroller is used to receive data transmitted from the Bluetooth module and the CAN bus module.

9. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 5, characterized in that... An indicator light is provided on the housing, and the indicator light is electrically connected to the microcontroller.

10. A Bluetooth-to-CAN bus device that is easy to disassemble according to claim 5, characterized in that... The housing is equipped with a communication interface for a CAN bus module and a power interface for a power module.

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