Housing and controller for an electronic device

Abstract

The embodiments of the present disclosure disclose an electronic device shell and a controller, the shell comprising: a first shell, a first cover plate, a first connector group, a second shell, a second cover plate and a second connector group. The first cover plate is detachably connected to the first shell, the first connector group comprises at least one connector, the first shell and the first cover plate clamp and fix each connector of the first connector group, the second shell is connected to the first shell, a cavity is formed between the second shell and the first shell, the second cover plate is detachably connected to the second shell, the second connector group comprises at least one connector, and the second shell and the second cover plate clamp and fix each connector of the second connector group. The shell of the embodiments of the present disclosure clamps and fixes the first connector group through the cooperation of the first cover plate and the first shell, clamps and fixes the second connector group through the cooperation of the second cover plate and the second shell, and firmly, effectively and reliably fixes each connector group.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to controller technology, specifically to a housing and controller for an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] The housing of electronic devices (such as vehicle controllers) is typically made of aluminum, plastic, or other materials. The housing serves to secure, support, and conduct heat for the internal printed circuit board assemblies. Connectors are required on the controller housing for connecting to external cables. When the controller has only one row of connectors, the connectors are usually secured by clamping the upper and lower shells of the housing. When the controller requires two or more rows of connectors, a well-designed housing structure is necessary to ensure that each row of connectors is stably and effectively secured. Utility Model Content

[0003] This disclosure provides an electronic device housing and controller that can securely and effectively fix each connector group.

[0004] One aspect of this disclosure provides a housing for an electronic device, comprising:

[0005] First shell;

[0006] A first cover plate, which is detachably connected to the first housing;

[0007] A first connector group, the first connector group including at least one connector, each of the connectors being located between the first housing and the first cover plate, the first housing and the first cover plate clamping and fixing each connector of the first connector group;

[0008] A second housing is connected to the first housing, and a cavity is formed between the second housing and the first housing;

[0009] A second cover plate is detachably connected to the second housing.

[0010] The second connector group includes at least one connector, each of the connectors in the second connector group being located between the second housing and the second cover plate, the second housing and the second cover plate clamping and fixing each connector in the second connector group.

[0011] Optionally, the housing of the electronic device includes a first locking element;

[0012] The first housing is provided with a first connecting seat, and the first cover plate is provided with a second connecting seat;

[0013] The first locking member extends along the arrangement direction of the first housing and the first cover plate, and the first locking member is respectively connected to the first connecting seat and the second connecting seat;

[0014] Under the action of external force, the first locking member can drive the first connecting seat and the second connecting seat to move closer to each other along the length direction of the first locking member.

[0015] Optionally, the housing of the electronic device includes a second locking element;

[0016] The second housing is provided with a third connecting seat, and the second cover plate is provided with a fourth connecting seat;

[0017] The second locking member extends along the arrangement direction of the second housing and the second cover plate, and the second locking member is respectively connected to the third connecting seat and the fourth connecting seat;

[0018] Under the action of external force, the second locking member can drive the third connecting seat and the fourth connecting seat to move closer to each other along the length direction of the first locking member.

[0019] Optionally, two extension plates are provided at intervals on the first housing, and the extension plates extend toward the second housing;

[0020] The second cover plate is located between the two extension plates, and the second cover plate is slidably connected to the extension plates;

[0021] Under the action of external force, the second locking member can drive the second cover plate to move along the extension plate toward the second housing.

[0022] Optionally, a groove is provided on the thickness end face of the extension plate, and the groove extends along the arrangement direction of the first cover plate and the second cover plate;

[0023] The second cover plate has raised ribs along its edge;

[0024] The rib is slidably embedded in the groove.

[0025] Optionally, there is a joint between the first cover plate and the second cover plate;

[0026] A shielding part is provided on one of the first cover plate and the second cover plate. The shielding part is located on the inner side of the first cover plate or the second cover plate and shields the splice seam.

[0027] Optionally, a notch is formed between the first housing and the second housing;

[0028] With the first cover plate connected to the first housing and the second cover plate connected to the second housing, the second cover plate and the first cover plate are arranged sequentially along the arrangement direction of the first housing and the second housing, and the first cover plate and the second cover plate together close the notch.

[0029] Optionally, a notch is provided on the first housing;

[0030] The first housing is provided with mating platforms on both sides of the notch.

[0031] The first cover plate covers at least part of the notch portion. The first cover plate includes a main body portion and mating portions disposed on both sides of the main body portion. The mating portions have a first rib and a second rib, and a stepped groove is formed between the first rib and the second rib.

[0032] The mating platform is at least partially located in the stepped groove, and the mating platform is respectively attached to the first rib and the second rib.

[0033] Optionally, the first cover plate is provided with a plurality of first mounting notches on the side near the first housing;

[0034] An elastic buffer is provided on the side of the first mounting notch away from the first housing;

[0035] With the first cover plate connected to the first housing, each connector of the first connector group is clamped and fixed between the corresponding first mounting notch and the first housing.

[0036] Optionally, the second cover plate is provided with a plurality of second mounting notches on the side near the second housing;

[0037] An elastic buffer is provided on the side of the second mounting notch opposite to the second housing;

[0038] With the second cover plate connected to the second housing, each connector of the second connector group is clamped and fixed between the corresponding second mounting notch and the second housing.

[0039] Another aspect of this disclosure provides a controller, including:

[0040] The aforementioned outer casing;

[0041] A control component is disposed within the cavity of the housing and is electrically connected to various connectors on the housing.

[0042] By adopting the above technical solution, the embodiments of this disclosure have the following beneficial effects:

[0043] The electronic device disclosed herein uses a first cover plate and a first housing to clamp and fix the first connector group, and a second cover plate and a second housing to clamp and fix the second connector group, thereby achieving a firm, effective and reliable fixation of each connector group, thus improving product quality.

[0044] The technical solutions of this disclosure will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0045] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments of this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0046] This disclosure will become clearer with reference to the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description, wherein:

[0047] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the structure of the housing of an electronic device in the prior art, as provided in the embodiments of this disclosure.

[0048] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing the external structure of the housing of the electronic device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown;

[0049] Figure 3 Show Figure 2 Sectional view along line AA;

[0050] Figure 4 Show Figure 2 Sectional view along the BB direction;

[0051] Figure 5 Show Figure 2 C-axis sectional view;

[0052] Figure 6 This diagram illustrates the mating structure of the first housing and the first connector assembly in the housing of an electronic device provided in this embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0053] Figure 7 This diagram illustrates the mating structure of the second housing and the second connector assembly in the housing of an electronic device provided in this embodiment.

[0054] In the figure: 1. First housing; 11. First connecting seat; 12. Extension plate; 121. Slide groove; 13. Mating platform; 2. First cover plate; 21. Second connecting seat; 22. Covering part; 23. Mating part; 231. First rib; 232. Second rib; 24. First mounting notch; 3. First connector group; 4. Second housing; 41. Third connecting seat; 5. Second cover plate; 51. Rib; 52. Fourth connecting seat; 53. Second mounting notch; 6. Second connector group; 7. First locking member; 8. Second locking member; 9. Cover plate; a. Splicing seam.

[0055] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure in any way, but rather to illustrate the concepts of the present disclosure to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0056] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this disclosure clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The following embodiments are used to illustrate this disclosure, but are not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure.

[0057] In the description of this disclosure, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure.

[0058] In the description of this disclosure, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure based on the specific circumstances.

[0059] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the structure of a housing for an electronic device. The housing of an electronic device is typically made of aluminum, plastic, or other materials, and serves to fix, support, and conduct heat for the internal printed circuit board assemblies. When only one layer of connectors (one connector group) is needed on the housing of an electronic device, the housing is usually configured as a two-part structure comprising a first housing 1 and a second housing 4, with the connectors clamped and fixed between the first housing 1 and the second housing 4. For example... Figure 1As shown, when two or more connector groups need to be installed on the controller housing, a cover plate 9 is usually added to the housing to fix the connectors. One layer of connectors (first connector group 3) is located between the cover plate 9 and the first housing 1, and another layer of connectors (second connector group 6) is located between the cover plate 9 and the second housing 4. The drawback of this arrangement is that the cover plate 9 can only approach the second housing 4 or the first housing 1 to achieve a mating action between the second housing 4 and the first housing 1 to press the connectors. The connectors on the other side of the cover plate 9 cannot be pressed and fixed by the cover plate 9. Taking a vehicle controller as an example, during the assembly of the vehicle controller, each connector needs to be connected to the corresponding cable. The connectors on the controller that are not pressed and fixed are prone to shaking and instability due to the force applied by the cable after connection.

[0060] In view of this, embodiments of the present disclosure provide a housing for an electronic device. Figure 2 This diagram shows a front view of the housing of an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. The housing includes: a shell, at least two cover plates, and at least two connector assemblies, each connector assembly including at least one connector. The number of cover plates is equal to the number of the second connector assembly 6. Each cover plate cooperates with the shell to clamp and fix a connector assembly. Each cover plate is independent of the others and can cooperate with the shell to fix a connector assembly, thus achieving a secure, effective, and reliable fixation of multiple different connector assemblies. Each connector assembly includes multiple connectors arranged sequentially, and the connectors can be arranged sequentially along a straight line or a curve.

[0061] like Figure 2 As shown, taking an electronic device housing with two connector groups as an example, the two connector groups are a first connector group 3 and a second connector group 6. The housing includes a first housing 1 and a second housing 4. The first connector group 3 includes at least one connector, each connector being located between the first housing 1 and a first cover plate 2. The first housing 1 and the first cover plate 2 clamp and fix each connector of the first connector group 3. The second housing 4 is connected to the first housing 1, forming a cavity between the second housing 4 and the first housing 1. A second cover plate 5 is detachably connected to the second housing 4. The second connector group 6 includes at least one connector, each connector of the second connector group 6 being located between the second housing 4 and the second cover plate 5. The second housing 4 and the second cover plate 5 clamp and fix each connector of the second connector group 6. The electronic device housing clamps and fixes the first connector group 3 by the cooperation of the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1, and clamps and fixes the second connector group 6 by the cooperation of the second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4, thereby achieving a firm, effective, and reliable fixation of the two connector groups respectively.

[0062] In some possible embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, the housing of the electronic device includes a first locking member 7, a first connecting seat 11 is provided on the first housing 1, and a second connecting seat 21 is provided on the first cover plate 2. The first locking member 7 extends along the arrangement direction of the first housing 1 and the first cover plate 2. The first locking member 7 is connected to the first connecting seat 11 and the second connecting seat 21 respectively. Under the action of external force, the first locking member 7 can drive the first connecting seat 11 and the second connecting seat 21 to move closer to each other along the length direction of the first locking member 7, so that the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1 cooperate to press and fix each connector of the first connector group 3.

[0063] In some possible implementations, the first locking member 7 may include a bolt, one of the first connecting seat 11 and the second connecting seat 21 may be provided with a through hole and the other with a threaded hole, the bolt shank passes through the through hole and is threaded into the threaded hole, and the bolt cap is confined to the first connecting seat 11 or the second connecting seat 21. Tightening the first locking member 7 in the forward direction can cause the first connecting seat 11 and the second connecting seat 21 to move closer together along the bolt, so that the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1 cooperate to press and fix the various connectors of the first connector group 3. Tightening the first locking member 7 in the reverse direction can cause the first connecting seat 11 and the second connecting seat 21 to move away from each other along the bolt, so that the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1 release the first connector group 3, making it convenient to disassemble the various connectors of the first connector group 3.

[0064] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, a plurality of first connecting seats 11 can be provided on the first housing 1, and a plurality of second connecting seats 21 can be provided on the corresponding first cover plate 2, with each second connecting seat 21 corresponding to each first connecting seat 11. Each second connecting seat 21 can be provided on the edge of the first cover plate 2 near the first housing 1, and each first connecting seat 11 can be provided on the edge of the first housing 1 near the first cover plate 2. After the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1 are joined, each first connecting seat 11 approaches or contacts the corresponding second connecting seat 21, facilitating cooperation with the first locking member 7.

[0065] In some possible implementations, each of the second connecting seats 21 protrudes from the first cover plate 2 along the thickness direction of the first cover plate 2. Each of the first connecting seats 11 protrudes from the first housing 1 along the thickness direction of the first housing 1, thereby facilitating the connection and fixation of the first connecting seats 11 and the second connecting seats 21 by means of the first locking member 7.

[0066] In some possible implementations, Figure 3 Show Figure 2Cross-sectional view along line AA. The housing of the electronic device includes a second locking member 8, a third connecting seat 41 is provided on the second housing 4, and a fourth connecting seat 52 is provided on the second cover plate 5. The second locking member 8 extends along the arrangement direction of the second housing 4 and the second cover plate 5. The second locking member 8 is connected to the third connecting seat 41 and the fourth connecting seat 52 respectively. Under the action of external force, the second locking member 8 can drive the third connecting seat 41 and the fourth connecting seat 52 to move closer to each other along the length direction of the first locking member 7, so that the second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4 cooperate to press and fix each connector of the second connector group 6.

[0067] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 3 As shown, the second locking member 8 may include a bolt. One of the third connecting seat 41 and the fourth connecting seat 52 may be provided with a through hole, and the other with a threaded hole. The bolt's shank passes through the through hole and is threaded into the threaded hole. The bolt's cap is confined to the third connecting seat 41 or the fourth connecting seat 52. Tightening the second locking member 8 in the forward direction will cause the third connecting seat 41 and the fourth connecting seat 52 to move closer together along the shank, so that the second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4 cooperate to press and fix each connector of the second connector group 6. Tightening the second locking member 8 in the reverse direction will cause the third connecting seat 41 and the fourth connecting seat 52 to move away from each other along the shank, so that the second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4 release the second connector group 6, making it convenient to disassemble the second connector group 6.

[0068] In some possible implementations, the second cover plate 5 may be provided with multiple fourth connecting seats 52, and the corresponding second housing 4 may be provided with multiple third connecting seats 41, with each third connecting seat 41 and each fourth connecting seat 52 facing each other. Each fourth connecting seat 52 may be located on the edge of the second cover plate 5 near the second housing 4, and each third connecting seat 41 may be located on the edge of the second housing 4 near the second cover plate 5. After the second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4 are joined, each third connecting seat 41 approaches or contacts the corresponding fourth connecting seat 52, facilitating the installation of the second locking member 8.

[0069] In some possible implementations, each of the fourth connecting seats 52 protrudes from the second cover plate 5 along the thickness direction of the second cover plate 5. Each of the third connecting seats 41 protrudes from the second housing 4 along the thickness direction of the second housing 4, thereby facilitating the connection and fixation of the third connecting seats 41 and the fourth connecting seats 52 respectively by means of the second locking member 8.

[0070] In some possible implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, two extension plates 12 are spaced apart on the first housing 1. The extension plates 12 extend toward the second housing 4. The second cover plate 5 is located between the two extension plates 12 and is slidably connected to the extension plates 12. Under the action of external force, the second locking member 8 can drive the second cover plate 5 to move along the extension plates 12 toward the second housing 4.

[0071] Taking the second locking member 8 as an example, the screw of the second locking member 8 passes through the through hole on the third connecting seat 41, and its thread is connected to the threaded hole on the fourth connecting seat 52. The two extension plates 12 and the first cover plate 2 are in a limiting fit, restricting the first cover plate 2 to only be able to translate along the extension direction of the extension plate 12. The second locking member 8, the fourth connecting seat 52 and the extension plate 12 constitute a screw and nut mechanism. By rotating the second locking member 8, the fourth connecting seat 52 can be driven to move the second cover plate 5 as a whole along the extension plate 12, moving closer to or away from the second cover plate 5, so as to clamp or release the second connector assembly 6.

[0072] Figure 4 Show Figure 2 Cross-sectional view along line BB. A groove 121 is provided on the thickness end face of the extension plate 12 facing the second cover plate 5. The groove 121 extends along the arrangement direction of the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5. A rib 51 is provided along the edge of the second cover plate 5, and the rib 51 is slidably embedded in the groove 121, allowing it to slide smoothly along the groove 121. By providing two extension plates 12, the adjustment of the second cover plate 5 is guided, facilitating the assembly between the second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4.

[0073] In this embodiment, the first cover plate 2 and the connectors of the first connector group 3 are fitted together with a very small gap, ensuring reliable fixation within the tolerance requirements. The first locking member 7 extends along the arrangement direction of the first housing 1 and the second housing 4, ensuring a more reliable fixing structure for the connectors by the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1. The first housing 1 forms a U-shaped groove between the two extension plates 12. A sliding groove 121 is provided on the side of the extension plate 12 near the U-shaped groove. After the first cover plate 2 is installed, the second cover plate 5 is slid towards the first housing 1 through the U-shaped groove, and then the connectors of the second connector group 6 are installed. The second cover plate 4 is first fixed to one periphery of the first housing 1 using multiple fasteners. The second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4 are connected and assembled using a second locking member 8, the stud of which extends along the arrangement direction of the second housing 4 and the second housing 4. By turning the second locking member 8, the second cover plate 5 can be driven to move along the U-shaped groove towards the second housing 4 to press and fix the connectors of the second connector group 6.

[0074] In some possible implementation schemes, combined Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, there is a splicing seam a between the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5. A shielding part 22 is provided on one of the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5. The shielding part 22 is located inside the first cover plate 2 or the second cover plate 5. The shielding part 22 shields the splicing seam a, thereby hiding the internal structure of the shell and preventing the internal structure from being exposed. This is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also has a protective shielding function, which improves safety and product quality.

[0075] The shielding part 22 is located inside the first cover or the second cover. This can be understood as the shielding part 22 being located inside the cavity formed between the first housing 1 and the second housing 4. The splicing seam a between the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 is exposed on the surface of the electronic device's housing, while the shielding part 22 is located inside the cavity, shielding the splicing seam a on one side of the cavity to prevent the splicing seam a from directly connecting to the cavity.

[0076] like Figure 3 As shown, the thickness end face of the first cover plate 2 near the second cover plate 5 is thickened, and a shielding part 22 is provided on the side of the thickness end face near the cavity. The shielding part 22 can be a bent edge provided on the inner edge of the thickness end face. The bent edge can be set parallel to the second cover plate 5, and the extension length of the bent edge is greater than the width of the gap, which can ensure that the splice seam a is shielded. The edge of the second cover plate 5 near the first cover plate 2 can abut against the thickened thickness end face of the first cover plate 2.

[0077] In some possible implementations, a notch is formed between the first housing 1 and the second housing 4. With the first cover plate 2 connected to the first housing 1 and the second cover plate 5 connected to the second housing 4, the second cover plate 5 and the first cover plate 2 are arranged sequentially along the arrangement direction of the first housing 1 and the second housing 4, and the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 together close the notch.

[0078] When two layers of connectors need to be arranged on the casing of an electronic device, in this embodiment, the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 can be arranged vertically on the casing, with the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 directly adjacent to each other without any other structure between them. Tightening the first locking member 7 can drive the first cover plate 2 to move towards the first casing 1 to clamp each connector of the first connector group 3. Tightening the second locking member 8 can drive the second cover plate 5 to move towards the second casing 4 to clamp and fix the second connector group 6. That is, by tightening the first locking member 7 and the second locking member 8 respectively, the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 are moved away from each other to clamp and fix the two connector groups respectively.

[0079] Figure 5 It shows Figure 2Cross-sectional view along the CC direction. A notch is provided on the first housing 1, and mating platforms 13 are provided on both sides of the notch. A first cover plate 2 covers at least a portion of the notch. The first cover plate 2 includes a main body and mating portions 23 located on both sides of the main body. Each mating portion 23 has a first rib 231 and a second rib 232, forming a stepped groove between the first rib 231 and the second rib 232. The mating platforms 13 are at least partially located within the stepped groove and are respectively attached to the first rib 231 and the second rib 232. The mating platforms 13 and the mating portions 23 are in contact and engaged. The mating platforms 13 position the mating portions 23, facilitating the rapid assembly of the first cover plate 2. When assembling the first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1, the first cover plate 2 is aligned with the notch on the first housing 1 and snapped in. When the first cover plate 2 is fully assembled, the first rib 231 fits against the outer surface of the mating platform 13 and is exposed outside the housing of the electronic device. The second rib 232 is perpendicular to the first rib 231 and covers the thickness end face of the mating platform 13 on the side near the notch.

[0080] In some possible implementation schemes, combined Figure 2 and Figure 6 As shown, the first cover plate 2 is provided with a plurality of first mounting notches 24 on the side near the first housing 1. When the first cover plate 2 is connected to the first housing 1, each connector of the first connector group 3 is clamped and fixed between the corresponding first mounting notch 24 and the first housing 1.

[0081] By providing multiple first mounting notches 24, each connector can be easily assembled. To ensure secure connector clamping, an elastic buffer can be designed between the first cover plate 2 and the corresponding connector. The elastic buffer has the property of deforming under force and restoring its deformation when the force is removed. The elastic buffer can be a rubber pad or silicone, etc. The first cover plate 2 and the first housing 1 can elastically compress the elastic buffer to absorb production tolerances through the compression deformation of the elastic buffer and press the connector tightly.

[0082] The elastic buffer can be located on the side of the first mounting notch 24 opposite to the first housing 1. The side of the first mounting notch 24 opposite to the first housing 1 can have a straight structure and a groove, into which the elastic buffer can be partially embedded, thus limiting and fixing the elastic buffer. After the first housing 1 and the first cover plate 2 are assembled, the elastic buffer is in a compressed state, effectively and reliably fixing the connector.

[0083] In some possible implementation schemes, combined Figure 2 and Figure 7As shown, the second cover plate 5 is provided with a plurality of second mounting notches 53 on the side near the second housing 4. The side of the second mounting notch 53 away from the second housing 4 is provided with an elastic buffer. When the second cover plate 5 is connected to the second housing 4, each connector of the second connector group 6 is clamped and fixed between the corresponding second mounting notch 53 and the second housing 4.

[0084] By providing multiple second mounting notches 53, each connector can be easily assembled. To ensure secure connector clamping, an elastic buffer can be designed between the second cover plate 5 and the corresponding connector. The elastic buffer has the ability to deform under force and recover its deformation when the force is removed. The elastic buffer can be a rubber pad or silicone, etc. The second cover plate 5 and the second housing 4 can elastically compress the elastic buffer to absorb production tolerances through the compression deformation of the elastic buffer and press the connector tightly.

[0085] The elastic buffer can be located on the side of the second mounting notch 53 opposite to the second housing 4. The side of the second mounting notch 53 opposite to the second housing 4 can have a straight structure and a groove, into which the elastic buffer can be partially embedded, thus limiting and fixing the elastic buffer. After the second housing 4 and the second cover plate 5 are assembled, the elastic buffer is in a compressed state, effectively and reliably fixing the connector.

[0086] When the housing provided in this embodiment requires three connector groups, and the three connector groups are arranged sequentially along the arrangement direction of the first housing 1 and the second housing 4, the three connector groups can be a first connector group 3, a second connector group 6, and a third connector group (not shown). A second notch can be provided on one of the first housing 1 and the second housing 4, and a first notch is formed between the two at the joint of the first housing 1 and the second housing 4. The first notch and the second notch are separate and not connected. In addition to the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 mentioned above, the housing may also include a third cover plate (not shown). The first cover plate 2 is used to press and fix the first connector group 3, the second cover plate 5 is used to press and fix the second connector group 6, and the third cover plate is used to press and fix the third connector group (not shown). Specifically, the first cover plate 2 and the second cover plate 5 together close the first notch, while the third cover plate is connected to the first housing 1 or the second housing 4 and covers the second notch. A fifth connector can be provided on the third cover plate, and a sixth connector can be provided on the first housing 1 or the second housing 4. The housing of the electronic device can include a third locking member, which is parallel to the first locking member 7. One of the fifth and sixth connectors is provided with a through hole, and the other is provided with a threaded hole. The third locking member can be a bolt, with the bolt threaded through the through hole and connected to the threaded hole. The bolt cap is located on the fifth or sixth connector. Tightening the third locking member in the forward direction can make the fifth and sixth connectors move closer to each other along the bolt, so that the third cover plate and the first housing 1 or the second housing 4 cooperate to press and fix each connector of the third connector group.

[0087] In some possible implementations, the electronic device described above may be a controller, which includes a housing and control components disposed within a cavity of the housing and electrically connected to connectors on the housing. The control components may include a circuit board assembly, which may be fastened to the housing via fasteners, with the housing providing fixation and support. The housing may be made of aluminum, plastic, or other materials and also serves to conduct heat through the circuit board assembly.

[0088] The controller provided in this disclosure can be a controller for automotive applications. For example, the controller can be a VCU (Vehicle Control Unit), i.e., a vehicle controller. The controller can also be any one of an intelligent driving controller, an intelligent cockpit controller, an assisted driving system controller, an automotive camera controller, a body controller, a brake controller, an engine controller, and a transmission controller.

[0089] The above description has been given for purposes of illustration and description. Furthermore, this description is not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure to the forms disclosed herein. Although numerous exemplary aspects and embodiments have been discussed above, those skilled in the art will recognize certain variations, modifications, alterations, additions, and sub-combinations therein.

Claims

1. A housing for an electronic device, characterized in that, include: First shell; A first cover plate, which is detachably connected to the first housing; A first connector group, the first connector group including at least one connector, each of the connectors being located between the first housing and the first cover plate, the first housing and the first cover plate clamping and fixing each connector of the first connector group; A second housing is connected to the first housing, and a cavity is formed between the second housing and the first housing; A second cover plate is detachably connected to the second housing. The second connector group includes at least one connector, each of the connectors in the second connector group being located between the second housing and the second cover plate, the second housing and the second cover plate clamping and fixing each connector in the second connector group.

2. The outer casing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Including the first locking element; The first housing is provided with a first connecting seat, and the first cover plate is provided with a second connecting seat; The first locking member extends along the arrangement direction of the first housing and the first cover plate, and the first locking member is respectively connected to the first connecting seat and the second connecting seat; Under the action of external force, the first locking member can drive the first connecting seat and the second connecting seat to move closer to each other along the length direction of the first locking member.

3. The outer casing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Including the second locking element; The second housing is provided with a third connecting seat, and the second cover plate is provided with a fourth connecting seat; The second locking member extends along the arrangement direction of the second housing and the second cover plate, and the second locking member is respectively connected to the third connecting seat and the fourth connecting seat; Under the action of external force, the second locking member can drive the third connecting seat and the fourth connecting seat to move closer to each other along the length direction of the first locking member.

4. The outer casing according to claim 3, characterized in that, Two extension plates are provided at intervals on the first housing, and the extension plates extend toward the second housing; The second cover plate is located between the two extension plates, and the second cover plate is slidably connected to the extension plates; Under the action of external force, the second locking member can drive the second cover plate to move along the extension plate toward the second housing.

5. The outer casing according to claim 4, characterized in that, A groove is provided on the thickness end face of the extension plate, and the groove extends along the arrangement direction of the first cover plate and the second cover plate. The second cover plate has raised ribs along its edge; The rib is slidably embedded in the groove.

6. The outer casing according to claim 1, characterized in that, There is a joint between the first cover plate and the second cover plate; A shielding part is provided on one of the first cover plate and the second cover plate. The shielding part is located on the inner side of the first cover plate or the second cover plate and shields the splice seam.

7. The outer casing according to claim 1, characterized in that, A notch is formed between the first housing and the second housing; With the first cover plate connected to the first housing and the second cover plate connected to the second housing, the second cover plate and the first cover plate are arranged sequentially along the arrangement direction of the first housing and the second housing, and the first cover plate and the second cover plate together close the notch.

8. The outer casing according to claim 1, characterized in that, A notch is provided on the first housing; The first housing is provided with mating platforms on both sides of the notch. The first cover plate covers at least part of the notch portion. The first cover plate includes a main body portion and mating portions disposed on both sides of the main body portion. The mating portions have a first rib and a second rib, and a stepped groove is formed between the first rib and the second rib. The mating platform is at least partially located in the stepped groove, and the mating platform is respectively attached to the first rib and the second rib.

9. The outer casing according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The first cover plate has a plurality of first mounting notches on the side near the first housing; An elastic buffer is provided on the side of the first mounting notch away from the first housing; With the first cover plate connected to the first housing, each connector of the first connector group is clamped and fixed between the corresponding first mounting notch and the first housing.

10. The housing according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The second cover plate has multiple second mounting notches on the side near the second housing; An elastic buffer is provided on the side of the second mounting notch opposite to the second housing; With the second cover plate connected to the second housing, each connector of the second connector group is clamped and fixed between the corresponding second mounting notch and the second housing.

11. A controller, characterized in that, include: The housing as described in any one of claims 1-10; A control component is disposed within the cavity of the housing and is electrically connected to various connectors on the housing.

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