Quick installation support for a surveillance ball

Abstract

This utility model belongs to the technical field of surveillance camera brackets, and mainly relates to a quick-installation bracket for surveillance cameras. It includes a support rod at the top for holding the surveillance camera, and multiple legs at the lower end of the support rod for stabilizing it. A battery is detachably arranged on the support rod between any two adjacent legs, and the battery is electrically connected to the surveillance camera to supply power. Because the battery is removable, multiple batteries can be equipped in actual use. When one battery is low on power, it can be quickly replaced with a fully charged battery, achieving "seamless operation" and completely solving the problem of insufficient battery capacity of the surveillance camera itself.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of ball control brackets, and mainly relates to a quick-install bracket for ball control. Background Technology

[0002] The surveillance camera is a portable smart device designed for outdoor wireless networks and environments without power supply, where on-site video recording for evidence collection and remote real-time video monitoring are required. Its power supply primarily relies on its own onboard battery. However, due to the limited battery capacity, the surveillance camera cannot operate continuously for extended periods, impacting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention provides a quick-install bracket for a surveillance camera, which solves the problem that surveillance cameras cannot work continuously for a long time due to the limited battery capacity of their own batteries in the prior art.

[0004] To solve the above problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A quick-mount bracket for a control ball includes a support rod at the top for placing the control ball, a plurality of legs at the lower end of the support rod for stabilizing the support rod, and a battery detachably arranged on the support rod between any two adjacent legs, the battery being electrically connected to the control ball to supply power to it.

[0006] It has the following beneficial effects: Since the battery is removable, multiple batteries can be equipped in actual use. When one battery is low on power, it can be quickly replaced with a fully charged battery to achieve "seamless operation" and completely solve the problem of insufficient battery capacity of the control ball itself.

[0007] Furthermore, the support rod is equipped with a fixed rod and a spaced-apart base and a mounting seat, with the mounting seat located above the base, and the battery is mounted on the base and the mounting seat.

[0008] It has the following beneficial effects: The base and mounting bracket are arranged at intervals to form a fixed structure in the vertical direction, so that the battery is stably constrained on both. Compared with a single fixed point, the dual-point fixation can effectively resist horizontal and vertical shaking, avoid the battery from loosening or falling off due to outdoor wind, equipment vibration and other factors, and ensure the stability of the power supply connection.

[0009] Furthermore, both the base and the mounting base are provided with through holes running vertically through the base, and the battery is provided with a buckle for inserting into the through hole so that the battery can be fixed on the base and the mounting base.

[0010] It has the following beneficial effects: After the buckle is inserted into the through hole, its displacement is restricted in the vertical direction by the upper and lower through holes, preventing the battery from coming out upwards / downwards due to gravity or vibration; the buckle contacts the side wall of the through hole to form a horizontal constraint, preventing the battery from swaying or rotating from side to side, ensuring that the battery is fixed in three dimensions.

[0011] Furthermore, the support rod is a movable rod capable of multi-stage extension and retraction in the vertical direction to change the arrangement height of the control ball.

[0012] It has the following beneficial effects: suitable for a variety of scenarios.

[0013] Furthermore, the support rod includes a base rod and a multi-stage rod that extends and retracts on the base rod, and the base and mounting seat are fixedly assembled on the base rod.

[0014] Furthermore, a sliding seat is slidably arranged on the base rod, the sliding seat is located above the mounting base, one end of multiple legs is evenly hinged to the circumference of the sliding seat, multiple connecting rods are hinged to the circumference of the base, the connecting rods are hinged to the middle of the corresponding legs to support the legs, and a locking mechanism is provided between the sliding seat and the legs to fix the opening angle of the legs.

[0015] It has the following beneficial effects: When the control ball is equipped with a telephoto lens or a gimbal and rotates, the center of gravity shift will cause uneven force on the support. At this time, the force center of the support surface can be made to coincide with the load center by adjusting the opening angle of the corresponding side support, so that the support remains stable under eccentric load.

[0016] Furthermore, the other end of the support leg is hinged to a support foot, which has a fixing hole for inserting a pin to the ground.

[0017] It has the following beneficial effects: after the pin is inserted into the ground, it can generate pull-out resistance, which improves the anti-tipping ability compared with the traditional method of fixing by the friction of the foot alone.

[0018] Furthermore, a stop block is provided above the mounting base, and the stop block is located between the mounting base and the sliding base. The stop block is used to press against the sliding base to limit the movement distance of the sliding base.

[0019] It has the following beneficial effects: the stop block forms a buffer through physical pressure, avoiding direct contact between the mounting base and the sliding base, reducing deformation, cracks or structural damage caused by impact, thereby extending the service life of the component.

[0020] Furthermore, the stop block is a flexible block. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model when it is not unfolded;

[0022] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model when unfolded;

[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0025] 1. Control ball; 2. Support rod; 3. Battery; 4. Base; 5. Mounting seat; 6. Sliding seat; 7. Support foot; 8. Support foot; 9. Base rod; 10. Multi-stage rod; 11. Connecting rod; 12. Fixing hole. Detailed Implementation

[0026] like Figures 1-3 As shown, a quick-mount bracket for a surveillance ball includes a support rod 2 at its top for placing the surveillance ball 1. The lower end of the support rod 2 has multiple legs 7 for stabilizing it. The legs 7 are used to contact the ground to ensure the surveillance ball 1 can be stably placed on the support rod 2. A battery 3 is detachably mounted on the support rod 2 between any two adjacent legs 7. The battery 3 is electrically connected to the surveillance ball 1 to supply it with power. The battery 3 is a rechargeable battery. When the battery 3 is depleted, it can be removed from the support rod 2 for recharging, ensuring that the battery 3 is fully charged the next time the surveillance ball 1 is used. The capacity of a single battery 3 is large enough to ensure the surveillance ball 1 can work for an extended period. The voltage of a single battery 3 meets the power requirements of the surveillance ball 1. Furthermore, the battery 3 is located at the lower end of the support rod 2, which also lowers the center of gravity of the quick-mount bracket, ensuring the stability of the surveillance ball 1 during operation.

[0027] In this embodiment, a battery 3 is detachably installed between adjacent legs 7 on the support rod 2. When the battery 3 is depleted, it can be directly removed from the support rod 2 for charging, preventing the control ball 1 from stopping due to the battery 3 being depleted. This allows the battery 3 to be charged independently without affecting the use of the control ball 1. After charging is complete, it can be reinstalled to ensure that the battery 3 has sufficient power for the next use, thus continuously supplying power to the control ball 1.

[0028] Since battery 3 is removable, multiple batteries 3 can be equipped in actual use. When one battery 3 is low on power, it can be quickly replaced with a fully charged battery 3 to achieve "seamless operation" and completely solve the problem of insufficient battery capacity of the control ball 1 itself.

[0029] In this embodiment, the capacity of a single battery 3 far exceeds that of the battery 3 carried by the control ball 1 itself, enabling the control ball 1 to operate for extended periods. Even without replacing the battery 3, a single battery 3 can significantly extend the continuous operating time of the control ball 1, reduce the charging frequency, and meet the needs of long-term operation.

[0030] In this embodiment, the battery 3 is installed at the lower end of the support rod 2. This does not affect the normal placement of the control ball 1 at the top of the support rod 2, and it also lowers the center of gravity of the entire support. Lowering the center of gravity enhances the stability of the support, preventing the equipment from tipping over due to shaking of the control ball 1 during operation or external forces. This indirectly ensures the safety and reliability of the control ball 1 during long-term operation and avoids interruption of operation due to equipment instability.

[0031] The electrical connection between battery 3 and the surveillance ball 1 ensures stable power transmission and prevents power outages due to poor contact. A reliable power connection is fundamental to battery 3's ability to effectively power the surveillance ball 1 for extended periods, ensuring a continuous and stable output of battery power to meet the surveillance ball 1's power requirements.

[0032] The support rod 2 is equipped with a fixed rod and a base 4 and a mounting seat 5 arranged at intervals in the vertical direction. The mounting seat 5 is located above the base 4, and the battery 3 is mounted on the base 4 and the mounting seat 5.

[0033] In this embodiment, the base 4 and the mounting base 5 are arranged vertically at intervals to form a fixed structure in the vertical direction, so that the battery 3 is stably constrained on both. Compared with a single fixed point, dual-point fixing can effectively resist horizontal and vertical shaking, avoid the battery 3 from loosening or falling off due to outdoor wind, equipment vibration and other factors, and ensure the stability of the power supply connection.

[0034] The weight of battery 3 is evenly distributed to support rod 2 through base 4 and mounting base 5, reducing the risk of deformation or breakage of support rod 2 that may be caused by single-point stress and extending the service life of the bracket.

[0035] In this embodiment, the base 4 and the mounting base 5 can be designed as standardized interfaces (such as slots, bolt holes, etc.) that are adapted to the size of the battery 3, so that the battery 3 can be quickly positioned during installation and removed by simply loosening one side of the connection during disassembly, making the operation process more efficient.

[0036] In this embodiment, the vertically spaced position layout can prevent the battery 3 from being installed backwards or misaligned through structural design (such as the guide groove of the mounting base 5 and the positioning boss of the base 4), ensuring accurate docking of the electrical connection port and reducing power supply failures caused by installation errors.

[0037] The fixed connection between the base 4 and the mounting base 5 and the support rod 2 can enhance the structural strength of the lower end of the support rod 2. For example, the section of the support rod 2 between the two can serve as a reinforcing rib to reduce the bending deformation of the support rod 2 under stress, making the bracket more stable when bearing the weight of the control ball 1 and the battery 3.

[0038] The electrical connection cable between battery 3 and control ball 1 can be hidden through the channel between base 4 and mounting base 5 to avoid wear or pulling caused by exposed wires, while improving the cleanliness of the equipment's appearance.

[0039] The base 4 and mounting bracket 5 can be used with sealing strips or protective covers to form a closed protective space for the battery 3, which is especially suitable for outdoor environments to prevent rainwater and dust from entering and affecting the performance of the battery 3 or the reliability of electrical connections.

[0040] Both the base 4 and the mounting base 5 have through holes running vertically through them. The battery 3 has clips for inserting into the through holes, so that the battery 3 can be fixed on the base 4 and the mounting base 5, ensuring the stability of the battery 3 installation.

[0041] In this embodiment, the cooperation between the through hole and the buckle forms a dual constraint of "vertical insertion + horizontal locking": after the buckle is inserted into the through hole, its vertical displacement is restricted by the upper and lower through holes, preventing the battery 3 from coming out upwards / downwards due to gravity or vibration; the contact between the buckle and the side wall of the through hole forms a horizontal constraint, preventing the battery 3 from swaying or rotating left and right, ensuring that the battery 3 is fixed in all three dimensions. For example, the buckle can be designed as an "L-shaped" or "barbed" type. After being inserted into the through hole, the hook engages with the bottom surface of the base 4 / mounting seat 5, forming a locking effect similar to an expansion bolt, significantly improving the pull-out resistance. Compared to simple bolt fixing, the tight fit between the buckle and the through hole can reduce gaps and lower the risk of loosening caused by high-frequency vibration. It is especially suitable for vibration scenarios such as outdoor construction and vehicle movement, avoiding power failure caused by loose battery 3 connection.

[0042] When installing Battery 3, simply align the clip with the through hole and insert it vertically. The clip's own elastic deformation (such as the barbed structure of a plastic clip) or mechanical locking (such as the slot of a metal clip) will complete the fixation. No screwdriver or other tools are required, making it suitable for emergency deployment or high-altitude operation scenarios.

[0043] The guiding design of the through-hole and the snap fastener (such as the chamfering of the through-hole edge and the taper of the snap fastener) allows for blind insertion, enabling operators to quickly install the battery without visual alignment, further improving the efficiency of field operations. Disassembly is simple: just press the snap fastener unlocking mechanism (such as the built-in spring button) to pull out battery 3, facilitating batch replacement or charging of batteries 3.

[0044] The specifications of the buckles and through holes are standardized (such as uniform diameter and spacing), which is compatible with batteries 3 of different capacities (only the position or number of buckles on the battery 3 needs to be adjusted), without modifying the main structure of the base 4 and the mounting base 5, thus reducing design and production costs.

[0045] The through-hole design ensures that the battery 3 can only be inserted vertically along the axis of the support rod 2 during installation, avoiding the shift of the center of gravity caused by tilted installation. For example, the center of gravity of the battery 3 coincides with the central axis of the support rod 2, which can minimize the overturning moment of the bracket. Combined with the triangular support structure of the support leg 7, it further improves the resistance to wind loads and external impacts.

[0046] After the buckle is inserted into the through hole, the contact surfaces of the battery 3, base 4, and mounting bracket 5 fit tightly without any horizontal gap, avoiding bracket resonance caused by battery 3 shaking, which is especially suitable for the stability requirements of the monitoring ball 1 during long-term monitoring.

[0047] In this embodiment, the through hole can be designed as an asymmetrical shape (such as an elliptical hole or a polygonal hole), or a positioning boss can be set on the buckle to ensure that the battery 3 can only be inserted in the correct direction, preventing the electrical connection port from being misaligned or the buckle from being unable to lock due to incorrect installation.

[0048] The support rod 2 is a movable rod that can extend and retract in multiple stages in the vertical direction to change the placement height of the control ball 1, so that the control ball 1 can be used in a variety of scenarios.

[0049] The multi-level telescopic design allows the deployment height of the PTZ camera to be adjusted from tens of centimeters to several meters (such as 1 meter to 2 meters), meeting the monitoring / operation needs of different scenarios.

[0050] The movable lever is fixed in height by a snap-lock mechanism (such as a spring pin or knob bolt), and the operator can manually extend it to the target height and lock it.

[0051] The length of the support rod 2 can be shortened after retraction, and with the foldable support legs 7, the entire bracket can be packed into a backpack or vehicle toolbox, reducing the transportation volume.

[0052] In this embodiment, the height of the support rod 2 and the angle of the pan-tilt unit of the control ball 1 can also be adjusted synchronously through the electronic control system. For example, when the support rod 2 is raised, the viewing angle of the control ball 1 is automatically adjusted downward to keep the center of the monitoring screen unchanged, thus realizing the intelligent linkage of "height-viewing angle".

[0053] The support rod 2 includes a base rod 9 and a multi-stage rod 10 that extends and retracts on the base rod 9. The base 4 and the mounting seat 5 are fixedly assembled on the base rod 9. A sliding seat 6 is slidably arranged on the base rod 9, and the sliding seat 6 is located above the mounting seat 5. One end of multiple support legs 7 is evenly hinged to the circumference of the sliding seat 6. Multiple connecting rods 11 are hinged on the base 4, and the connecting rods 11 are hinged to the middle of the corresponding support legs 7 to support the support legs 7. A locking mechanism is provided between the sliding seat 6 and the support legs 7 to fix the opening angle of the support legs 7 and ensure the stability of the multiple support legs 7 when supported.

[0054] When the sliding seat 6 slides up and down along the base rod 9, it pushes the support leg 7 to rotate around the hinge point through the connecting rod 11, so as to achieve stepless adjustment of the opening angle from 0° to 90°.

[0055] When the control ball 1, equipped with a telephoto lens or gimbal, rotates, the shift in the center of gravity can cause uneven stress on the support. In this case, the opening angle of the corresponding side support 7 can be adjusted (e.g., when the load on the right side increases, the opening angle of the right side support 7 increases) to make the center of force on the support surface coincide with the center of gravity of the load, ensuring that the support remains stable under eccentric load.

[0056] In this embodiment, the connecting rod 11 is hinged to the middle of the support leg 7, forming a triangular support structure with the sliding seat 6 and the base 4, which converts the vertical pressure borne by the support leg 7 into the axial tension of the connecting rod 11, thereby reducing the bending deformation of the support leg 7.

[0057] In this embodiment, the locking mechanism can adopt a "spring pin + slot" design. The operator can manually push and pull the sliding seat 6 to the target angle, and the spring pin will automatically engage with the corresponding slot. The locking mechanism is equipped with a safety lever. After locking, the lever engages with the pin hole to prevent the spring pin from popping out due to vibration during transportation.

[0058] The other end of the support leg 7 is hinged to a support leg 8. The support leg 8 is provided with a fixing hole 12. A pin is inserted into the fixing hole 12 to further fix the support leg 7 and prevent the support leg 7 from leaving the ground.

[0059] Once the pin is inserted into the ground, it generates pull-out resistance, which improves the anti-tipping ability compared to the traditional method of fixing the support solely by the friction of the leg's own weight.

[0060] In this embodiment, the pin uses a T-shaped handle, allowing the operator to insert it into the ground by hand, and the single-group support leg 7 has a short fixing time; to disassemble, simply pull the handle upwards to remove it. When it is necessary to pull cables (such as video transmission cables or power cables), the pin can be used as an anchor point to secure the cables with cable ties, preventing the wind from blowing the cables and pulling on the support.

[0061] A stop block is provided above the mounting base 5. The stop block is a flexible block to reduce the impact force during collision and protect the mounting base 5 and the sliding base 6. The stop block is located between the mounting base 5 and the sliding base 6. The stop block is used to press against the sliding base 6 to limit the movement distance of the sliding base 6 and prevent the sliding base 6 from directly colliding with the mounting base 5 during descent, which would cause damage to both components (mounting base 5 and sliding base 6).

[0062] If the sliding seat 6 is not restricted during its descent, it may rapidly impact the mounting seat 5 due to gravity or external forces, resulting in a rigid collision. The stop block provides cushioning through physical pressure, preventing direct contact between the mounting seat 5 and the sliding seat 6, reducing deformation, cracks, or structural damage caused by the impact, thereby extending the service life of the components. For example, when the control ball device 1 is being moved or stored, if the sliding seat 6 suddenly slides down, the stop block can promptly stop its movement, preventing damage to precision parts such as through holes and hinge structures on the mounting seat 5 due to impact.

[0063] Limiting the movement distance of the sliding seat 6 ensures that it moves within a preset range, avoiding problems such as mechanism jamming and loosening of connections caused by excessive displacement. For example, when the support leg 7 is extended or retracted through the sliding seat 6, the stop block ensures that the sliding seat 6 stays in the correct position, keeping the hinge structure between the connecting rod 11 and the support leg 7 under normal stress, preventing the support angle of the support leg 7 from deviating due to excessive descent of the sliding seat 6, thereby affecting the overall stability of the equipment.

[0064] The limiting function of the stop block makes the movement of the sliding seat 6 more controllable. When adjusting the support leg 7 or storing the equipment, the operator can clearly understand the position boundary of the sliding seat 6 through the feedback of the stop block, avoiding damage to the parts due to operational errors and improving the convenience and safety of operation.

[0065] The working process of this utility model is as follows:

[0066] Spread out multiple support legs 7 to a suitable angle, then fix the support legs 7 so that the angle of their opening no longer changes. Unfold the support legs 8 and fix them with pins to make the bracket more stable. Finally, pull out the support rod 2 to move the control ball 1 to a suitable height, and then the control ball 1 can be used.

Claims

1. A quick-mount bracket for a control ball, characterized in that, It includes a support rod at the top for placing the control ball, and multiple legs at the lower end of the support rod for stabilizing the support rod. A battery is detachably arranged on the support rod between any two adjacent legs, and the battery is electrically connected to the control ball to supply power to it.

2. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The support rod is equipped with a fixed rod and a spaced-apart base and a mounting seat, with the mounting seat located above the base. The battery is mounted on the base and the mounting seat.

3. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 2, characterized in that, Both the base and the mounting base have through holes running vertically through them, and the battery has clips for inserting into the through holes to secure the battery to the base and the mounting base.

4. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The support rod is a movable rod that can extend and retract in multiple stages in the vertical direction to change the placement height of the control ball.

5. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The support rod includes a base rod and a multi-stage rod that extends and retracts on the base rod, and the base and mounting seat are fixedly assembled on the base rod.

6. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A sliding seat is slidably arranged on the base rod, and the sliding seat is located above the mounting base. One end of multiple legs is evenly hinged to the circumference of the sliding seat. Multiple connecting rods are hinged to the circumference of the base, and the connecting rods are hinged to the middle of the corresponding legs to support the legs. A locking mechanism is provided between the sliding seat and the legs to fix the opening angle of the legs.

7. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The other end of the support leg is hinged to a support foot, which has a fixing hole for inserting a pin to the ground.

8. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 6, characterized in that, A stop block is provided above the mounting base, and the stop block is located between the mounting base and the sliding base. The stop block is used to press against the sliding base to limit the movement distance of the sliding base.

9. The quick-install bracket for a control ball as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The stop block is a flexible block.

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