Visual dynamic timer

Abstract

This utility model discloses a visual dynamic timer, including a timer body, a magnetic piece, and a support frame. The magnetic piece is embedded in the back of the timer body, and a groove for accommodating the support frame is recessed in the back of the timer body below the magnetic piece. The support frame is rotatably mounted in the groove. A spring-loaded portion is provided on the timer body within the groove, which elastically abuts against the support frame. When the support frame is rotated outward at a certain angle, the timer body and the support frame close together to form a V-shaped support structure. The technical solution proposed by this utility model integrates three mounting structures on the timer body, enabling flat placement, magnetic fixation, and bracket fixation, making it suitable for different usage scenarios. In addition, the scale area dynamically changes according to the time ratio, providing more direct visual feedback.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of timer technology, specifically a visual dynamic timer. Background Technology

[0002] Electronic timers are a new type of electronic reading tool that is widely used in daily life, industry, and many other fields.

[0003] Traditional timers generally suffer from the following pain points:

[0004] 1. Limited fixing method: Although magnetic timers commonly used in kitchens and other scenarios can be attached to metal surfaces, they cannot stand stably on non-metallic countertops (such as wooden tabletops and marble), thus limiting their applicable scenarios;

[0005] 2. The time perception is not intuitive: Most timers only display the remaining time digitally, and users need to actively check to know the progress. In scenarios where multiple tasks need to be performed, such as cooking or experiments, it is easy to exceed the time limit due to negligence.

[0006] 3. Insufficient ease of operation: Since current electronic timers require manual button settings, in scenarios where multiple tasks need to be performed simultaneously, such as cooking or experiments, wet hands or oily environments can affect the operation of the electronic timer.

[0007] In view of this, a visual dynamic timer is proposed. Utility Model Content

[0008] To overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a visual dynamic timer.

[0009] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: A visual dynamic timer includes a timer body, a magnetic piece, and a support frame. The magnetic piece is embedded on the back of the timer body. Below the magnetic piece, a groove for accommodating the support frame is recessed in the back of the timer body. The support frame is rotatably installed in the groove. A spring piece is provided on the timer body in the groove to elastically abut against the support frame. When the support frame is rotated outward at a certain angle, the timer body and the support frame together form a V-shaped support structure.

[0010] In a preferred embodiment, the support frame is U-shaped, and the opposite end faces of the support frame in the opening direction are all protruding to form a rotating shaft. The slot is provided with a shaft hole on the timer body that matches the rotating shaft. The support frame can reciprocate along the direction of the shaft hole. When the support frame rotates inward to the limit angle, the outer wall surface of the support frame is flush with the back of the timer body.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment, the spring portion is made of an elastic material and is integrally formed in a mold with the outer shell of the timer body as an insert. The end of the support frame opening protrudes to form a pressing portion that abuts against the spring portion.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment, the bottom of the support frame is recessed inward to form at least one handle position.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment, the bottom of the timer body has a flat plate structure.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment, the timer body houses a PCB motherboard and a display screen and battery pack, both controlled by the PCB motherboard. The timer body has a through hole that allows the display area of ​​the display screen to be exposed. The display area includes at least a numerical display area and a scale display area. The numerical display area displays the measured time value, and the scale display area displays the time by adding or subtracting multiple block-shaped graphics arranged in a circumferential direction.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment, the PCB motherboard further integrates a speaker module, a microphone, and an offline voice chip. The microphone and the offline voice chip are used to collect user voice commands and convert the voice commands into recognizable signals, respectively, and send them to the PCB motherboard. The PCB motherboard sends corresponding control commands to the display screen and the speaker module based on the recognized signals, and the display screen and the speaker module perform corresponding operations according to the control commands.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment, the speaker module and one end of the microphone are provided with a sound-transmitting hole through the timer body.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment, the timer body is further provided with a switch module and a charging interface.

[0018] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] 1. In this utility model, the main body of the timer integrates three installation structures, which can realize three methods: flat placement, magnetic fixation, and bracket fixation. The back magnet can be attached to metal surfaces such as refrigerators and range hoods, while the support frame, after unfolding, forms a self-locking V-shaped structure with the spring piece, which can be applied to non-metallic tabletops. Thus, the timer can be used in a variety of usage scenarios, making it more widely applicable.

[0020] 2. In this utility model, a numerical display area and a scale display area are designed in the display screen area. The numerical display shows the precise time, and the scale area changes dynamically according to the time ratio, providing more direct visual feedback. Users do not need to focus on reading the numbers to perceive the remaining time ratio.

[0021] 3. In this utility model, a voice control component is integrated into the timer, which can be operated by voice according to the desired function, without the need for manual operation, and can meet the needs of multi-tasking scenarios such as cooking and experimentation. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the entire utility model;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a simplified cross-sectional planar structural diagram of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a simplified three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention viewed from another angle;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the timer body and support frame after disassembly in this utility model;

[0026] Figure 5 This is an example diagram of the display screen in this utility model.

[0027] Marked in the image:

[0028] 100 - Timer body, 110 - Sound transmission hole, 120 - Slot;

[0029] 200 - Display screen;

[0030] 300-Switch Module;

[0031] 400-battery pack;

[0032] 500 - PCB motherboard, 510 - speaker module, 520 - microphone;

[0033] 600-Magnetic sheet;

[0034] 700-Support frame, 710-Handle position, 720-Rotating shaft;

[0035] 800-charging interface. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0037] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0038] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0039] A visual dynamic timer, referring to Figure 1-5 The device includes a timer body 100, a magnet 600, and a support frame 700. The magnet 600 is embedded in the back of the timer body 100. Below the magnet 600, a groove 120 is recessed in the back of the timer body 100 to accommodate the support frame 700. The support frame 700 is rotatably mounted in the groove 120. A spring portion 130 is provided on the timer body 100 within the groove 120 to elastically abut against the support frame 700. When the support frame 700 is rotated outward at a certain angle, the timer body 100 and the support frame 700 together form a V-shaped support structure. The bottom of the timer body 100... The timer body 100 has a flat, flat structure and integrates three mounting structures, enabling it to be placed flat, magnetically fixed, or fixed with a bracket. The first type, since the bottom of the timer body 100 is flat, can be placed directly on other horizontal surfaces such as a table. The second type can be attached to metal surfaces such as refrigerators and range hoods via the back magnet 600. The third type, after the support bracket 700 is unfolded, forms a self-locking herringbone structure with the spring piece 130, which can be used on non-metallic surfaces. This allows the timer to be used in a variety of scenarios, making it more widely applicable. Moreover, the self-locking herringbone structure can also ensure the stability of the timer after it is supported.

[0040] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the support frame 700 has an overall U-shaped structure. The opposite end faces of the support frame 700 in the opening direction both protrude to form a rotating shaft 720. The slot 120 has a shaft hole on the timer body 100 that matches the rotating shaft 720. The support frame 700 can rotate back and forth along the shaft hole direction. When the support frame 700 rotates inward to the limit angle, the outer wall of the support frame 700 is flush with the back of the timer body 100. When the support frame 700 is not needed, it can be completely put into the slot 120, keeping the back flat and without interference when magnetically attracted.

[0041] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 As shown, the spring piece 130 is made of an elastic material. The spring piece 130 is integrally formed with the outer shell of the timer body 100 in the mold as an insert. The end of the support frame 700 protrudes at the opening and forms a pressing part that abuts against the spring piece 130. The elastic component integrally formed in the groove elastically abuts against the pressing part at the end of the support frame 700, so that the support frame 700 can lock the angle when it is unfolded (i.e., achieve a damping effect) and form a stable herringbone support structure.

[0042] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 As shown, the bottom of the support frame 700 is recessed inward to form at least one handle position 710. The recessed handle position 710 at the bottom of the support frame makes it easy for the user to pry out the support frame 700 when using it.

[0043] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 As shown, the timer body 100 houses a PCB motherboard 500, a display screen 200, and a battery pack 400, all controlled by the PCB motherboard 500. The timer body 100 has through holes that allow the display area of ​​the display screen 200 to be exposed. The display area includes at least a numerical display area and a scale display area. The numerical display area displays the measured time, and the scale display area displays the time by adding or removing multiple block-shaped graphics arranged in a circumferential direction. The display screen area is designed with both a numerical display area and a scale display area. The numerical display shows the precise time, and the scale area changes dynamically according to the time ratio, providing more direct visual feedback. Users can perceive the remaining time ratio without focusing on reading the numbers.

[0044] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 2As shown, the PCB motherboard 500 also integrates a speaker module 510, a microphone 520, and an offline voice chip. The microphone 520 and the offline voice chip are used to collect user voice commands and convert the voice commands into recognizable signals, which are then sent to the PCB motherboard 500. The PCB motherboard 500 sends corresponding control commands to the display screen 200 and the speaker module 510 based on the recognized signals. The display screen 200 and the speaker module 510 execute corresponding operations based on the control commands. A voice control component is integrated into the timer, which can be used to operate the timer by voice according to the desired function without manual operation. This can meet the needs of multitasking scenarios such as cooking and experiments.

[0045] For example, you can say "15 minutes countdown" and the offline voice chip will recognize the command and start the countdown automatically, or say "Turn off speaker module 510", etc. The specific operation is not limited here.

[0046] In this embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 As shown, the speaker module 510 and the microphone 520 have a sound-transmitting hole 110 through one end on the timer body 100. The added sound-transmitting hole 12 can ensure sound transmission to ensure the quality of subsequent speech recognition.

[0047] In this embodiment, the timer body 100 is also provided with a switch module 300 and a charging interface 800. The switch module may include a push-button switch, a rotary switch, a toggle switch, etc., and the charging interface 800 may be a USB interface, etc., which are not limited here.

[0048] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A visual dynamic timer, characterized in that, The device includes a timer body, a magnet, and a support frame. The magnet is embedded in the back of the timer body. Below the magnet, a groove is recessed in the back of the timer body to accommodate the support frame. The support frame is rotatably mounted in the groove. A spring-loaded part is provided on the timer body in the groove to elastically abut against the support frame. When the support frame is rotated outward at a certain angle, the timer body and the support frame together form a V-shaped support structure.

2. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The support frame is U-shaped, and the opposite end faces of the support frame in the opening direction are protruding to form a rotating shaft. The slot is provided with a shaft hole on the timer body that matches the rotating shaft. The support frame can reciprocate along the direction of the shaft hole. When the support frame rotates inward to the limit angle, the outer wall surface of the support frame is flush with the back of the timer body.

3. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The spring piece is made of an elastic material and is integrally formed with the outer shell of the timer body in the mold as an insert. The end of the support frame opening protrudes to form a pressing part that abuts against the spring piece.

4. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the support frame is recessed inward to form at least one handle position.

5. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The bottom of the timer body has a flat plate structure.

6. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The timer body contains a PCB motherboard, a display screen and a battery pack, both controlled by the PCB motherboard. The timer body has a through hole that allows the display area of ​​the display screen to be exposed. The display area includes at least a numerical display area and a scale display area. The numerical display area displays the measured time value, and the scale display area displays the time by adding or subtracting multiple block-shaped graphics arranged in a circumferential direction.

7. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The PCB motherboard also integrates a speaker module, a microphone, and an offline voice chip. The microphone and the offline voice chip are used to collect the user's voice commands and convert the voice commands into recognizable signals, which are then sent to the PCB motherboard. The PCB motherboard sends corresponding control commands to the display screen and the speaker module based on the recognized signals. The display screen and the speaker module then perform corresponding operations based on the control commands.

8. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The speaker module and one end of the microphone have a sound-transmitting hole that runs through the main body of the timer.

9. The visual dynamic timer as described in claim 8, characterized in that: The timer body is also equipped with a switch module and a charging interface.

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