Connector floating structure

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electric connection, in particular to a connector floating structure, which comprises a base, a floating seat, a fixing piece and a floating connecting piece, and is characterized in that the base is provided with a matching part, the floating seat is provided with a matching groove, and the matching part is used for being connected with the matching groove; the fixing part is used for fixedly installing the base and provided with a floating connecting part, the floating connecting part is arranged outside the floating base, the two ends of the floating connecting part are provided with a first contact part and a second contact part respectively, the first contact part is used for conducting connection, and the second contact part extends to the floating connecting part and abuts against the inner side face of the floating connecting part. The end part of the floating connection part is provided with a limiting ring, and the limiting ring is used for limiting the second contact part to move in the floating connection part. The floating connector is limited by the limiting ring, so that the floating connector can flexibly float within a certain range, reliable electrical connection can be ensured, and signal interruption or interference caused by poor contact is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electrical connection technology, and in particular to a connector floating structure. Background Technology

[0002] An automotive camera connector is an electronic component specifically designed to connect automotive cameras to other vehicle parts (such as in-vehicle displays and on-board computers). The automotive camera connector plays a crucial role in transmitting image signals. It accurately and stably transmits the high-definition video signals captured by the camera to the corresponding receiving device with extremely low latency, ensuring that the driver can obtain real-time and clear visual information about the vehicle's surroundings. Whether it's a reversing camera, a 360-degree panoramic view, or a forward traffic monitoring function used for driver assistance, all rely on the connector's reliable signal transmission.

[0003] In terms of structural design, vehicle camera connectors fully consider the complex and harsh operating environment of vehicles. They typically possess excellent waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, and electromagnetic interference resistance properties to ensure normal operation and maintain a stable connection under conditions such as high temperature, humidity, and bumps, preventing signal interruption or image quality degradation due to environmental factors.

[0004] Existing automotive camera connectors require the design of a power-connecting housing. However, existing power-connecting housings have fixed structures and lack floating features, making them prone to deviations during use and leading to poor contact. Utility Model Content

[0005] To solve the above problems, this utility model uses a limiting ring to limit the movement of the floating connector, which allows the floating connector to float flexibly within a certain range to compensate for possible positional deviations of the vehicle camera during installation and use, while ensuring reliable electrical connection and avoiding signal interruption or interference caused by poor contact.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a connector floating structure, including a base, a floating seat, a fixing member, and a floating connector. The base is provided with a mating part, and the floating seat is provided with a mating groove. The mating part is used to connect to the mating groove. The fixing member is used for fixing the base. The fixing member and the floating connector are both independently formed conductive metal parts. The fixing member is provided with a floating connector. The floating connector is located outside the floating seat and has a first contact part and a second contact part at both ends. The first contact part is used for conductive connection. The second contact part extends to the floating connector and abuts against the inner side of the floating connector. A limiting ring is provided at the end of the floating connector. The limiting ring is used to limit the movement of the second contact part within the floating connector.

[0007] A further improvement to the above scheme is that the base and the floating seat are formed independently of insulating material, and the axial view direction of the mating part and the mating groove are both circular; a guide slope is provided at the end of the mating part facing the mating groove, and a mating slope is provided in the mating groove, for guiding when the two are mated.

[0008] A further improvement to the above solution is that the base is provided with a fixed platform, the fixed platform is provided with fixed blocks on both sides, a fixed slot is provided between the fixed blocks and the fixed platform, and the two sides of the fixing member are engaged in the fixed slot.

[0009] A further improvement to the above solution is that the fixed platform is provided with fastening grooves on both sides, the fastener is provided with fastening pieces on both sides, the fastening grooves are provided on the bottom surface of the fixed platform, and the fastening pieces are fastened to the fastening grooves.

[0010] A further improvement to the above solution is that the bottom surface of the fastener is provided with a fixing plate, and multiple fixing plates are provided, which are arranged in a circumferential manner on the outer periphery of the fastener for fixing the fastener to the end of the plate.

[0011] A further improvement to the above solution is that a retaining ring is provided at the end of the floating seat, and the retaining ring is used to limit the end of the floating connector.

[0012] A further improvement to the above solution is that the outer periphery of the floating seat is provided with an assembly slot and a positioning strip, and the floating connector is provided with an assembly buckle and a positioning slot. The positioning slot is used to engage with the positioning strip to position the floating connector in the direction on the floating seat; the assembly buckle is used to cooperate with the assembly slot to position the floating connector in the direction on the floating seat.

[0013] A further improvement to the above solution is that both the assembly slot and the positioning slot are elongated grooves to provide space for the floating seat to move axially.

[0014] A further improvement to the above solution is that the first contact portion is arc-shaped and protrudes towards the outer periphery of the floating connector, and the floating connector is provided with multiple grooves to cut the first contact portion into multiple parts.

[0015] A further improvement to the above solution is that the cross-section of the second contact portion is formed in a V shape, with one end connected to a floating connector and the other end connected to an inwardly concave slope. The inwardly concave slope and the second contact portion form a contact point for contacting the fixing component.

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

[0017] Compared to existing automotive camera connectors, the connection between the mating part of the base and the mating groove of the floating seat in this invention provides a stable foundation and precise positioning for the entire floating structure. This ensures the accuracy of the relative positions of each component, effectively improving the overall stability and assembly precision of the connector. It adapts to the complex vibration and impact conditions in the automotive environment, reducing connection failures caused by component displacement. Both the fixing component and the floating connector are independently formed from conductive metal parts, ensuring excellent conductivity to meet the high-quality requirements of automotive camera signal transmission. Furthermore, this independent design allows for optimized material selection and manufacturing process adjustments for each component based on actual needs, improving product reliability and durability. The first contact part of the floating connector achieves conductive connection, while the second contact part abuts against the inner side of the floating connector and is limited by a limiting ring. This allows the floating connector to float flexibly within a certain range, compensating for potential positional deviations during installation and use of the automotive camera, while ensuring reliable electrical connection. This prevents signal interruption or interference due to poor contact, significantly improving the signal transmission stability and overall system performance of the automotive camera board connector. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the floating connector structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the floating structure of the connector;

[0020] Figure 3 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the floating structure of the connector from another perspective;

[0021] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Front view of the floating structure of the connector;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Sectional view of AA.

[0023] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: Base 1, Mating part 11, Guide slope 111, Fixed platform 12, Fixed block 121, Fixed slot 122, Fastening slot 123, Floating seat 2, Mating groove 21, Mating slope 211, Retaining ring 22, Assembly slot 23, Positioning strip 24, Fixing component 3, Floating connecting part 31, Limiting ring 311, Fastening piece 32, Fixed welding piece 33, Floating connecting component 4, First contact part 41, Cut groove 411, Second contact part 42, Concave slope 421, Contact point 422, Assembly buckle 43, Positioning slot 44. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more complete description will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Preferred embodiments of this utility model are shown in the drawings. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of this utility model.

[0025] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component.

[0026] 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. Figures 1-5As shown, in one embodiment of this utility model, a connector floating structure is provided, including a base 1, a floating seat 2, a fixing member 3, and a floating connector 4. The base 1 is provided with a mating part 11, and the floating seat 2 is provided with a mating groove 21. The mating part 11 is used to connect to the mating groove 21. The fixing member 3 is used for fixing and installing the fixing member 3. The fixing member 3 and the floating connector 4 are both independently formed conductive metal parts. The fixing member 3 is provided with a floating connector 31. The floating connector 4 is disposed outside the floating seat 2 and has a first contact part 41 and a second contact part 42 at both ends. The first contact part 41 is used for conductive connection, and the second contact part 42 extends to the floating connector 31 and abuts against the inner side of the floating connector 31. A limiting ring 311 is provided at the end of the floating connector 31. The limiting ring 311 is used to limit the movement of the second contact part 42 within the floating connector 31. In this embodiment, the connection between the mating part 11 of the base 1 and the mating groove 21 of the floating seat 2 provides a stable foundation and precise positioning for the entire floating structure, ensuring the accuracy of the relative positions of each component. This effectively improves the overall stability and assembly precision of the connector, adapts to the complex vibration and impact conditions in the vehicle environment, and reduces connection failures caused by component displacement. Both the fixing part 3 and the floating connector 4 are independently formed from conductive metal parts, ensuring not only good conductivity and meeting the high-quality requirements of vehicle camera signal transmission, but also allowing for optimized material selection and manufacturing process adjustments for each component based on actual needs, thus improving product reliability and durability. The first contact part 41 of the floating connector 4 achieves conductive connection, and the second contact part 42 abuts against the inner side of the floating connector 31 and is limited by the limiting ring 311. This allows the floating connector 4 to float flexibly within a certain range, compensating for possible positional deviations during installation and use of the vehicle camera, while ensuring reliable electrical connection and preventing signal interruption or interference due to poor contact. This significantly improves the signal transmission stability and overall system performance of the vehicle camera board connector.

[0027] The base 1 and the floating seat 2 are independently formed from insulating material. The mating part 11 and the mating groove 21 are both circular in their axial view. A guide slope 111 is provided at the end of the mating part 11 facing the mating groove 21, and the mating groove 21 is also provided with a mating slope 211, for guiding the mating process. In this embodiment, the circular axial view design makes the mating process smoother, effectively reducing jamming caused by shape deviations, ensuring precise alignment of the floating seat 2 and the base 1 during connection, and improving the stability and reliability of the connection. The guide slope 111 and the mating slope 211 provide excellent guidance during mating. During connector installation, the mating part 11 can be quickly guided to accurately fall into the mating groove 21, greatly improving assembly efficiency. The guiding design can also effectively correct for possible minor positional deviations, reducing electrical performance degradation caused by installation errors, ensuring stable operation of the vehicle camera board connector even in complex vibration environments, and providing stable support for the signal transmission of the vehicle camera.

[0028] The base 1 is equipped with a fixed platform 12, and fixed blocks 121 are provided on both sides of the fixed platform 12. A fixing slot 122 is provided between the fixed blocks 121 and the fixed platform 12, and the two sides of the fixing member 3 are engaged in the fixing slot 122. Specifically, the fixed platform 12 has a fastening groove 123 on both sides, and the fixing member 3 has a fastening piece 32 on both sides. The fastening groove 123 is located on the bottom surface of the fixed platform 12, and the fastening piece 32 is fastened into the fastening groove 123. In this embodiment, the design of the fixed platform 12 and the two side fixed blocks 121 and fixing slots 122 provides a stable foundation support for the connector floating structure, ensuring that the connector can maintain a relatively stable position even in the complex vibration environment of the vehicle, reducing loosening or poor contact caused by shaking. The cooperation between the fastening groove 123 and the fastening piece 32 further enhances the fixing effect. The fastening design is not only convenient to install, but also tightly connects the fixing member 3 and the fixed platform 12 together, ensuring the integrity and stability of the connector floating structure during operation. In the application scenarios of automotive camera board connectors, the above structure effectively improves the connector's adaptability to different working conditions, reduces interference to signal transmission caused by factors such as vehicle bumps and vibrations, ensures stable and reliable transmission of automotive camera image data, and improves the stability and reliability of the automotive vision system.

[0029] The bottom surface of the fixing component 3 is provided with fixing tabs 33. Multiple fixing tabs 33 are arranged circumferentially around the outer periphery of the fixing component 3 for fixing the fixing component 3 to the board end. In this embodiment, the multiple circumferentially distributed fixing tabs 33 greatly enhance the stability of the connection between the fixing component 3 and the board end. In the complex vibration and bumpy environment of a vehicle, this circumferential fixing method can evenly distribute stress, effectively avoiding loosening of the connection due to excessive local stress, ensuring that the connector always maintains a reliable connection, guaranteeing the stability of signal transmission, and reducing problems such as image transmission interruption caused by unstable connection. On the other hand, in conjunction with the connector floating structure, the fixing tabs 33 can better adapt to different installation tolerances and minor positional changes caused by vibration. The floating structure can flexibly adjust its position within a certain range, while the stable foundation provided by the fixing tabs 33 ensures that a reliable connection is maintained during adjustment. The synergistic effect of the two improves the overall adaptability and reliability of the connector in the vehicle environment and extends its service life.

[0030] A retaining ring 22 is provided at the end of the floating seat 2, which is used to limit the end of the floating connector 4. In this embodiment, in a vehicle environment, vibration and bumps are inevitable during vehicle operation. The presence of the retaining ring 22 can precisely limit the displacement range of the floating connector 4, ensuring its stable operation within the specified stroke and effectively avoiding problems such as loose connection and poor contact caused by excessive displacement. This is crucial for ensuring the stable transmission of vehicle camera signals, avoiding image interruption and distortion caused by connection failure, thereby improving the overall performance of the vehicle camera system. At the same time, the limiting function of the retaining ring 22 also helps to reduce unnecessary collisions and friction between the floating connector 4 and other components, extending the service life of the connector floating structure and reducing maintenance costs.

[0031] The floating seat 2 has an assembly slot 23 and a positioning strip 24 on its outer periphery. The floating connector 4 has an assembly buckle 43 and a positioning slot 44. The positioning slot 44 is used to engage with the positioning strip 24 to position the floating connector 4 on the floating seat 2. The assembly buckle 43 cooperates with the assembly slot 23 to position the floating connector 4 on the floating seat 2. In this embodiment, the cooperation between the positioning slot 44 and the positioning strip 24 ensures that the floating connector 4 can achieve precise directional positioning on the floating seat 2, greatly improving the accuracy and consistency of assembly. This effectively avoids problems such as unstable signal transmission or poor contact caused by installation direction deviation, ensuring the reliability of vehicle camera data transmission. At the same time, the synergistic effect of the assembly buckle 43 and the assembly slot 23 further enhances the connection stability of the floating connector 4 on the floating seat 2. In the complex vibration and bumpy environment of a vehicle, a reliable assembly structure can prevent the connector from loosening or shifting, reducing the risk of failure caused by connection failure.

[0032] Both the assembly slot 23 and the positioning slot 44 are elongated grooves to provide space for the floating seat 2 to move axially. In this embodiment, the elongated grooves allow the floating seat 2 to move flexibly in the axial direction, effectively compensating for component position deviations caused by vibration, temperature changes, and other factors in the vehicle environment. When vibration occurs during vehicle operation, the floating seat 2 can adaptively adjust its position within the movement space defined by the assembly slot 23 and the positioning slot 44, avoiding connector damage caused by rigid connections and greatly improving the stability and reliability of the connection. At the same time, when dealing with thermal expansion and contraction caused by temperature changes, the axial movement of the floating seat 2 can buffer the stress caused by dimensional changes, preventing the connector from becoming loose or making poor contact.

[0033] The first contact portion 41 protrudes in an arc shape towards the outer periphery of the floating connector 4. The floating connector 4 has multiple slots 411 to divide the first contact portion 41 into multiple segments. In this embodiment, the arc-shaped protrusion of the first contact portion 41 towards the outer periphery of the floating connector 4 increases the contact area with the corresponding component, thereby effectively improving the stability and reliability of the electrical connection and ensuring stable signal transmission even in the complex vibration environment of a vehicle. The multiple slots 411 divide the first contact portion 41 into multiple independent units, giving the contact portion good elasticity and adaptability. This allows each segmented first contact portion 41 to independently deform to a certain extent when facing different degrees of positional deviation or vibration impact, automatically compensating for positional offsets caused by installation errors, vehicle vibration, and other factors, thereby reducing the risk of poor contact and improving the stability and durability of the entire vehicle camera board connector system.

[0034] The second contact portion 42 has a V-shaped cross-section, with one end connected to the floating connector 4 and the other end connected to a concave ramp 421. A contact point 422 is formed between the concave ramp 421 and the second contact portion 42 for contacting the fixing member 3. In this embodiment, the V-shaped cross-section design of the second contact portion 42, combined with the structure of one end connected to the floating connector 4 and the other end connected to the concave ramp 421 forming a contact point 422 for contacting the fixing member 3, greatly improves the floating performance of the connector. When the vehicle environment causes slight displacement between components due to vibration, bumps, or other factors, the floating connector 4 can flexibly adjust its position thanks to the special structure of the second contact portion 42. The V-shaped cross-section provides a certain guiding and buffering effect, making the connection process smoother. The contact point 422 formed by the concave ramp 421 contacting the fixing member 3 can be precisely positioned, ensuring a stable electrical connection even in a floating state. It effectively enhances the connector's adaptability to complex automotive operating conditions, reduces signal interruption problems caused by unstable connections, and improves the reliability and stability of automotive camera signal transmission.

[0035] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connector floating structure, characterized in that: The device includes a base, a floating seat, a fixing component, and a floating connector. The base has a mating part, and the floating seat has a mating groove. The mating part is used to connect to the mating groove. The fixing component is used to fix the base. Both the fixing component and the floating connector are independently formed conductive metal parts. The fixing component has a floating connector. The floating connector is located outside the floating seat and has a first contact part and a second contact part at each end. The first contact part is used for conductive connection, and the second contact part extends to the floating connector and abuts against the inner side of the floating connector. A limit ring is provided at the end of the floating connector to limit the movement of the second contact part within the floating connector.

2. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base and the floating seat are formed independently of insulating material. The axial view of the mating part and the mating groove are both circular. The mating part is provided with a guide slope at one end facing the mating groove, and the mating groove is provided with a mating slope for guiding when the two are mated.

3. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base is provided with a fixed platform, and fixed blocks are provided on both sides of the fixed platform. Fixed slots are provided between the fixed blocks and the fixed platform, and the two sides of the fixing component are engaged in the fixed slots.

4. The connector floating structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixed platform has fastening grooves on both sides, and the fastener has fastening pieces on both sides. The fastening grooves are located on the bottom surface of the fixed platform, and the fastening pieces fasten into the fastening grooves.

5. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the fastener is provided with a fixing plate, and there are multiple fixing plates arranged in a ring around the outer periphery of the fastener for fixing the fastener to the end of the plate.

6. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the floating seat is provided with a retaining ring, which is used to limit the end of the floating connector.

7. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer periphery of the floating seat is provided with an assembly slot and a positioning strip, and the floating connector is provided with an assembly buckle and a positioning slot. The positioning slot is used to engage with the positioning strip to position the floating connector in the direction on the floating seat; the assembly buckle is used to cooperate with the assembly slot to position the floating connector in the direction on the floating seat.

8. The connector floating structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: Both the assembly slot and the positioning slot are elongated grooves to provide space for the floating seat to move axially.

9. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first contact portion is arc-shaped and protrudes towards the outer periphery of the floating connector. The floating connector is provided with multiple grooves to cut the first contact portion into multiple parts.

10. The connector floating structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-section of the second contact portion is V-shaped, with one end connected to a floating connector and the other end connected to a concave ramp. The concave ramp and the second contact portion form a contact point for contacting the fixing member.

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