Electronic device

By misaligning the speaker's sound outlet with the housing's through-hole in the electronic device and using a protective component to cover the diaphragm, the problem of speaker susceptibility to damage is solved, thus improving speaker safety.

CN224367819UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-16HUIZHOU TCL MOBILE COMM CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUIZHOU TCL MOBILE COMM CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-06
Publication Date
2026-06-16

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

In existing electronic devices, the diaphragm of a speaker is easily punctured by sharp objects, leading to damage.

Method used

The speaker's sound outlet is offset from the through hole of the housing, and the diaphragm is covered by a protective component. The protective component is connected to the speaker body to form multiple arrayed sound outlets to prevent sharp objects from entering.

Benefits of technology

This improves the safety of the speaker, preventing sharp objects from piercing and damaging it, and ensuring the speaker functions properly.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an electronic equipment, which comprises a shell and a loudspeaker, the shell has a plurality of arrayed first through holes to form a sound outlet area, the loudspeaker has a plurality of arrayed sound holes to form a sound emitting area, the loudspeaker is arranged in the shell, the sound emitting area is arranged opposite to the sound outlet area, and the sound hole is arranged in a staggered manner with the first through hole, the utility model arranges the sound emitting area of the loudspeaker opposite to the sound outlet area of the shell, but arranges the sound hole in a staggered manner with the first through hole, so that the external sharp object cannot be inserted into the sound hole through the first through hole, the loudspeaker is prevented from being damaged by the sharp object, and the safety of the loudspeaker is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mobile terminal technology, and in particular to an electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of science and technology, existing mobile electronic devices, including tablets and mobile phones, have become common in every household. These electronic devices mainly include a display screen, speakers, processors, and casings. Through the cooperation of the display screen, speakers, and processors, video information, audio information, and other data can be displayed and edited.

[0003] However, in existing electronic devices, the diaphragm of the speaker is the sound outlet on the outer shell, and there is only a layer of dustproof mesh between the sound outlet and the diaphragm for dust prevention and shielding, which makes it easy for some sharp objects to puncture the speaker. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide an electronic device that addresses the technical problem of speakers in existing electronic devices being easily damaged.

[0005] An embodiment of this utility model provides an electronic device, comprising:

[0006] The housing has a sound output area formed by multiple arrayed first through holes;

[0007] A loudspeaker has a sound emission area formed by multiple arrayed sound holes. The loudspeaker is configured to be disposed within the housing. The sound emission area and the sound emission area are directly opposite each other, and the sound holes are offset from the first through hole.

[0008] In some embodiments of this utility model, the loudspeaker includes a loudspeaker body and a protective member. The loudspeaker body has an exposed diaphragm, and the protective member has a plurality of sound outlet holes. The protective member covers the diaphragm and is connected to the loudspeaker body.

[0009] In some embodiments of this utility model, the speaker body is provided with a first groove surrounding the diaphragm, and the protective member is snapped into the first groove.

[0010] In some embodiments of this utility model, the loudspeaker includes a loudspeaker housing and a sound-emitting unit disposed within the loudspeaker housing. The sound-emitting unit has the diaphragm, and the loudspeaker housing has a plurality of sound outlet holes arranged in an array. The sound-emitting unit is disposed adjacent to the sound outlet holes.

[0011] In some embodiments of this invention, the projection of the sound output area onto the loudspeaker completely covers the sound playback area.

[0012] In some embodiments of this utility model, the distance between two adjacent sound holes is greater than the diameter of the first through hole.

[0013] In some embodiments of this utility model, the diameter of the sound outlet hole is larger than the diameter of the first through hole.

[0014] In some embodiments of this utility model, the speaker and the housing are spaced apart.

[0015] In some embodiments of this utility model, a dustproof mesh is provided between the speaker and the housing.

[0016] In some embodiments of this utility model, the electronic device is any one or more mobile terminals such as mobile phones and tablets.

[0017] An embodiment of this utility model provides an electronic device, which includes a housing and a speaker. The sound-emitting area of ​​the speaker is directly opposite the sound-emitting area of ​​the housing, but the sound outlet is misaligned with the first through hole. This prevents sharp objects from penetrating the sound outlet through the first through hole, thus avoiding damage to the speaker from sharp objects and improving the speaker's safety. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the interaction between the housing and the speaker in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Reference numerals: 10, electronic device; 100, housing; 110, first through hole; 200, loudspeaker; 210, diaphragm; 220, sound outlet. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0024] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixing" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0025] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the meaning of "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0026] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this utility model provides an electronic device, which includes a housing and a speaker. The housing has a sound output area formed by a plurality of arrayed first through holes. The speaker has a sound reproduction area formed by a plurality of arrayed sound holes. The speaker is configured to be disposed within the housing, with the sound reproduction area and the sound output area facing each other, and the sound holes and the first through holes being offset.

[0027] The housing has an inner cavity, and multiple first through holes are provided on the housing wall to connect the outside of the housing and the inner cavity, so that the sound waves of the speaker can be transmitted to the outside through the first through holes.

[0028] The speaker's sound outlet is the channel through which sound waves are transmitted after the diaphragm vibrates. By setting the speaker's sound outlet structure into multiple arrayed sound outlets, the probability of sharp objects piercing the diaphragm can be reduced to a certain extent compared to the traditional large square hole sound outlet structure.

[0029] It is understandable that the speaker's sound output area is positioned directly opposite the housing's sound outlet area, but the sound outlet hole is offset from the first through hole. This allows the electronic equipment to function normally, meaning the speaker can play sound normally, while also preventing sharp objects from penetrating the sound outlet hole through the first through hole, thus avoiding damage to the speaker from sharp objects and improving the speaker's safety.

[0030] In some embodiments, the first through holes distributed in an array on the housing may be equidistantly spaced along a single direction, or may be distributed in a rectangular array.

[0031] Similarly, in some embodiments, the sound holes distributed in an array can be equidistantly spaced along a single direction, or they can be distributed in a vibrating array or a ring array.

[0032] Generally, the diaphragm is located below the sound outlet.

[0033] In some embodiments, the loudspeaker includes a loudspeaker body and a protective element, the loudspeaker body having an exposed diaphragm, the protective element having a plurality of sound outlets, the protective element covering the diaphragm and connected to the loudspeaker body.

[0034] The speaker body includes a housing and a sound-generating unit disposed within the housing. The sound-generating unit has a diaphragm, which is exposed to the outside through a pre-drilled hole in the housing. When the diaphragm vibrates, it can emit sound waves that are transmitted through the first through hole to enable the electronic device to play the sound. However, if a sharp object passes through the first through hole, it can directly damage the diaphragm. Therefore, a protective cover is provided on the diaphragm, and the sound outlet on the protective cover is misaligned with the first through hole, thereby preventing sharp objects from piercing the diaphragm through the first through hole and improving the speaker's safety.

[0035] Generally, the protective component can be installed separately from the speaker body and connected to the speaker body by means of adhesive, snap-fit, or other methods.

[0036] In some embodiments, the protective member is provided with a buckle, and the first groove is provided with a buckle slot. When the protective member is disposed in the first groove, the buckle is engaged with the buckle slot.

[0037] In some embodiments, a first groove surrounding the diaphragm is provided on the speaker body, and a protective member is snapped into the first groove.

[0038] The speaker body has a first groove in its outer shell, with a through-hole at the bottom of the first groove, allowing the diaphragm to be exposed to the outside through the through-hole at the bottom of the first groove. The protective component is generally a plate-shaped structure, which is the same size and shape as the first groove, so that the protective component can be directly snapped into the first groove to achieve the connection between the protective component and the speaker body. At the same time, the snapping of the protective component into the first groove allows for a detachable connection between the protective component and the speaker. When the protective component is damaged, it can be directly replaced, reducing maintenance costs.

[0039] The depth of the first groove is basically the same as the thickness of the protective component, so that after the protective component is snapped into the first groove, the surface of the protective component is basically flush with the surface of the speaker's main body shell.

[0040] The shape of the first groove is generally the same as the shape of the opening at its bottom, such as a square through hole and a square groove, while the protective component also adopts a square plate structure.

[0041] In some embodiments, the loudspeaker includes a loudspeaker housing and a sound-emitting unit disposed within the loudspeaker housing. The sound-emitting unit has a diaphragm, and the loudspeaker housing has a plurality of sound outlets arranged in an array. The sound-emitting unit is disposed adjacent to the sound outlets.

[0042] It is understandable that in this embodiment, the shell completely encloses the sound-generating unit (diaphragm), and the sound outlet is directly opened on the speaker shell. Placing the diaphragm of the sound-generating unit near the sound outlet can better protect the sound-generating unit.

[0043] In some embodiments, the projection of the sound output area onto the speaker completely covers the sound output area.

[0044] It is understandable that the sound output area is formed by multiple first through holes set on the housing. The larger the coverage area, the wider the distribution range of the first through holes, so that the projection of the sound output area on the speaker completely covers the sound output area. This ensures that the position of the sound output hole is within the coverage area of ​​the sound output area, and that the sound of the speaker can be transmitted normally to the outside of the housing.

[0045] In some embodiments, the distance between two adjacent sound holes is greater than the diameter of the first through hole.

[0046] Understandably, the distance between two adjacent sound holes is greater than the diameter of the first through hole, so that the first through hole does not overlap with any of the sound holes, thus ensuring that external sharp objects will not penetrate the diaphragm through the overlapping area between the first through hole and the sound holes.

[0047] In some embodiments, the diameter of the sound outlet is larger than the diameter of the first through hole.

[0048] Understandably, having a larger diameter for the sound outlet than for the first through hole allows the speaker to produce better sound, while limiting the diameter of the first through hole prevents large, sharp objects from piercing it.

[0049] In some embodiments, the speaker is spaced apart from the housing.

[0050] It is understandable that when a speaker produces sound, the diaphragm needs to vibrate, so the entire speaker will also vibrate when the power amplifier is strong. By separating the speaker from the housing, direct contact between the speaker and the housing can be avoided, thus preventing the housing (electronic device) from vibrating when the speaker produces sound, thereby improving the user experience of the electronic device.

[0051] Specifically, in some embodiments, the distance between the speaker and the housing is greater than or equal to 0.5 mm and less than or equal to 1 mm. It is understood that if the distance between the speaker and the housing is too large, it will occupy the space of other components inside the housing, while if the distance between the speaker and the housing is too small, the vibration of the speaker will be transmitted to the housing. Therefore, the distance between the speaker and the housing is limited to between 0.5 mm and 1 mm.

[0052] In some embodiments, the distance between the speaker and the housing is equal to 0.5 mm.

[0053] In some embodiments, the distance between the speaker and the housing is equal to 0.8 mm.

[0054] In some embodiments, the distance between the speaker and the housing is equal to 1 mm.

[0055] In some embodiments, a dustproof mesh is provided between the speaker and the housing.

[0056] Understandably, placing a dust filter between the speaker and the housing can prevent dust and other contaminants from entering and clogging the sound outlet.

[0057] In some embodiments, the electronic device is any one or more mobile terminals such as mobile phones and tablets.

[0058] That is, electronic devices are generally mobile terminals, which can be one or more of the following: tablets, mobile phones, laptops, satellite communication equipment, etc., and will not be listed one by one here.

[0059] The above description is only an optional embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made based on the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings under the application concept of the present utility model, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included in the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: The housing has a sound output area formed by multiple arrayed first through holes; A loudspeaker has a sound emission area formed by multiple arrayed sound holes. The loudspeaker is configured to be disposed within the housing. The sound emission area and the sound emission area are directly opposite each other, and the sound holes are offset from the first through hole.

2. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The loudspeaker includes a loudspeaker body and a protective element. The loudspeaker body has an exposed diaphragm, and the protective element has a plurality of sound outlet holes. The protective element covers the diaphragm and is connected to the loudspeaker body.

3. The electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The speaker body has a first groove surrounding the diaphragm, and the protective component is snapped into the first groove.

4. The electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The loudspeaker includes a loudspeaker housing and a sound-emitting unit disposed within the loudspeaker housing. The sound-emitting unit has the diaphragm. The loudspeaker housing has a plurality of sound outlet holes arranged in an array. The sound-emitting unit is disposed adjacent to the sound outlet holes.

5. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The projection of the sound output area onto the speaker completely covers the sound playback area.

6. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between two adjacent sound holes is greater than the diameter of the first through hole.

7. The electronic device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The diameter of the sound outlet is larger than the diameter of the first through hole.

8. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The speaker is spaced apart from the housing.

9. The electronic device according to claim 8, characterized in that, A dustproof mesh is provided between the speaker and the housing.

10. The electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electronic device is any one or more mobile terminals such as mobile phones and tablets.