External function modules

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of seal technology and provides an external functional module. The external functional module is applied to a seal machine, which includes a housing and a controller. The upper end of the housing has a connecting structure. The controller is mounted on the housing. The external functional module includes a module housing and a first camera. The module housing has a connecting structure for detachable connection with the connecting structure. The first camera is mounted on the module housing. When the connecting structure is connected, the first camera is electrically connected to the controller and used to photograph the document to be stamped. This solves the technical problem of increased design and production costs caused by directly adding a camera to an existing seal machine.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of seal technology, specifically to an external functional module. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous progress of society, traditional seals can no longer meet modern needs, thus giving rise to various new types of seal machines. Seal machines can be broadly divided into two categories: one relies on physical seals, such as seal cylinders, which can contain physical seals and achieve stamping through traditional stamping methods; the other does not rely on physical seals, such as rotary printers, which can contain ink cartridges and achieve stamping through inkjet printing.

[0003] The security of seal usage is paramount during the sealing process. To enhance the monitorability and traceability of the sealing process, a camera can be added to the seal machine to capture images of the sealed documents and the sealing environment.

[0004] However, for stamp machines that have already been mass-produced and sold, their original structure usually does not have space reserved for camera installation. If a camera needs to be added, the structure of the stamp machine often needs to be redesigned, such as designing a camera hole in the casing for mounting the camera, and new molds need to be created for production, which significantly increases design and production costs. Utility Model Content

[0005] This utility model provides an external functional module to solve the technical problem of increasing design and production costs caused by directly adding a camera to an existing stamping machine.

[0006] The above-mentioned objectives of this utility model can be achieved by the following technical solutions:

[0007] This utility model provides an external functional module for use in a stamp machine. The stamp machine includes a housing and a controller. The upper end of the housing has a connecting and mating structure. The controller is disposed on the housing. The external functional module includes a module housing and a first camera. The module housing has a connecting structure for detachable connection with the connecting and mating structure. The first camera is disposed on the module housing. When the connecting structure is connected to the connecting and mating structure, the first camera is electrically connected to the controller.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the module housing has an inner cavity, a connection port, and a first camera hole; the connection port is located at the lower end of the housing, and the periphery of the connection port is used to abut against the upper end of the stamping machine; the connecting structure is disposed in the inner cavity and located at the connection port; the first camera hole is located on the side wall of the module housing and communicates with the inner cavity; the first camera is disposed in the inner cavity and protrudes from the first camera hole for photographing the document to be stamped.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side wall of the module housing has a fingerprint hole; the external functional module further includes a fingerprint module; the fingerprint module is disposed in the inner cavity, the fingerprint module has a finger contact end, the finger contact end protrudes from the fingerprint hole, and the fingerprint module is electrically connected to the controller when the connection structure is connected to the connection mating structure.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper end of the module housing has a screen setting port; the external functional module further includes a display screen; the display screen is covered at the screen setting port, and in the state where the connection structure is connected to the connection mating structure, the display screen is electrically connected to the controller.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the display screen includes a touch screen.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side wall of the module housing has a second camera hole; the external functional module further includes a second camera, which is disposed in the inner cavity and protrudes from the second camera hole. When the connecting structure is connected to the connecting mating structure, the second camera is electrically connected to the controller for taking pictures of the user.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side wall of the module housing has a third camera hole; the external functional module further includes a third camera, which is disposed in the inner cavity and protrudes from the third camera hole. When the connection structure is connected to the connection mating structure, the third camera is electrically connected to the controller for photographing the printing environment.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first camera hole and the third camera hole are located on the rear side of the module housing and are arranged sequentially from top to bottom; the second camera hole is located on the front side of the module housing.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first camera is inclined downward along the radial outward direction of the module housing; the second camera and the third camera are fisheye lenses.

[0016] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the connecting and mating structure is a slot, and the connecting structure is a buckle; or, the connecting and mating structure is a buckle, and the connecting structure is a slot.

[0017] The features and advantages of this external functional module are:

[0018] As an external accessory for stamp machines, the external functional module can be used to integrate shooting functions into existing stamp machines. Simply connect the connection structure of the external functional module to the connection structure of the existing stamp machine housing, and the first camera can establish an electrical connection with the controller. This completes the installation of the external accessory and enables image acquisition. This eliminates the need to redesign the housing structure and re-mold the housing, significantly reducing design and production costs and improving the equipment's aftermarket compatibility and security monitoring capabilities. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the external functional module of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the external functional module and the stamp machine of this utility model in a separated state;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional view of the external functional module of this utility model installed on a stamp machine;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a front view of the external functional module of this utility model installed on a stamp machine;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a rear view of the external functional module of this utility model installed on a stamp machine;

[0025] Figure 6 This is the control principle diagram of the external functional module of this utility model.

[0026] Reference numerals: 100, External functional module; 11, Module housing; 110, Connection structure; 111, Inner cavity; 112, Connection port; 113, First camera hole; 114, Fingerprint hole; 115, Screen setting port; 116, Second camera hole; 117, Third camera hole; 12, First camera; 13, Fingerprint module; 14, Display screen; 15, Second camera; 16, Third camera; 200, Stamp machine; 210, Housing; 220, Controller. Detailed Implementation

[0027] 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.

[0028] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only for descriptive purposes and to distinguish similar objects; there is no sequential order between them, nor should they be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "at least one" means one or more, and "multiple" means two or more. The use of the term "may" is intended to indicate that any attribute described that is included in "may" is optional.

[0029] In this embodiment, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to 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 embodiment based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 6As shown, this utility model provides an external functional module 100 applied to a stamp machine 200. The stamp machine 200 includes a housing 210 and a controller 220. The upper end of the housing 210 has a connecting and mating structure. The controller 220 is disposed on the housing 210. The external functional module 100 includes a module housing 11 and a first camera 12. The module housing 11 has a connecting structure 110 for detachable connection with the connecting and mating structure. The first camera 12 is disposed on the module housing 11. When the connecting structure 110 is connected to the connecting and mating structure, the first camera 12 is electrically connected to the controller 220.

[0031] In practical implementation, the external functional module 100 serves as an external accessory for the stamp machine 200. When it is necessary to integrate the shooting function on the existing stamp machine 200, it is only necessary to connect the connection structure 110 of the external functional module 100 to the connection and mating structure of the existing stamp machine 200 housing 210. The first camera 12 can then establish an electrical connection with the controller 220, thereby completing the installation of the external accessory and realizing the image acquisition function. This eliminates the need to redesign the structure of the housing 210 and re-mold the housing 210, significantly reducing design and production costs and improving the equipment's aftermarket compatibility and security monitoring capabilities.

[0032] In this embodiment, the module housing 11 may be cylindrical in shape. The first camera 12 can be used to capture images of documents or scenes requiring stamping, for the purpose of evidence preservation.

[0033] In one feasible embodiment, the connecting and mating structure is a slot, and the connecting structure 110 is a buckle, which engages with the slot.

[0034] In another feasible embodiment, the connecting and mating structure is a snap-fit, and the connecting structure 110 is a slot, with the snap-fit ​​engaging with the slot.

[0035] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the module housing 11 has an inner cavity 111, a connection port 112, and a first camera hole 113; the connection port 112 is located at the lower end of the housing 210, and the periphery of the connection port 112 is used to abut against the upper end of the stamping machine 200; the connecting structure 110 is disposed in the inner cavity 111 and located at the connection port 112; the first camera hole 113 is located on the side wall of the module housing 11 and communicates with the inner cavity 111; the first camera 12 is disposed in the inner cavity 111 and protrudes from the first camera hole 113 for photographing the document to be stamped.

[0036] In practice, when it is necessary to implement the image acquisition function on the existing stamp machine 200, simply abut the connection port 112 of the module housing 11 against the upper end of the stamp machine 200 housing 210, and connect the connection structure 110 at the connection port 112 with the connection mating structure of the stamp machine 200 housing 210 to complete the installation of the module.

[0037] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side wall of the module housing 11 has a fingerprint hole 114; the external functional module 100 further includes a fingerprint module 13; the fingerprint module 13 is disposed in the inner cavity 111, the fingerprint module 13 has a finger contact end, the finger contact end is exposed from the fingerprint hole 114, and the fingerprint module 13 is electrically connected to the controller 220 when the connection structure 110 is connected to the connection and cooperation structure.

[0038] It is understood that the top of the housing 210 of the existing stamp machine 200 is covered with a fingerprint cover plate. The fingerprint cover plate includes a cover plate and a fingerprint module inserted therethrough. The lower end of the cover plate has a connecting structure 110 (e.g., a buckle), and the upper end of the housing 210 has a connecting and mating structure (e.g., a slot). The buckle at the lower end of the cover plate engages with the slot at the upper end of the housing 210. This invention utilizes the slot of the existing technology. When an external functional module 100 needs to be installed on the existing stamp machine 200, the fingerprint cover plate can be removed first. At this time, the stamp machine 200 will not have the fingerprint module 13. Then, by installing the external functional module 100 of this embodiment onto the top of the stamp machine 200, since the external functional module 100 has the fingerprint module 13, the stamp machine 200 will again have the fingerprint module 13.

[0039] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper end of the module housing 11 has a screen setting port 115; the external functional module 100 also includes a display screen 14; the display screen 14 is covered at the screen setting port 115, and the display screen 14 is electrically connected to the controller 220 when the connection structure 110 is connected to the connection and cooperation structure.

[0040] In practice, the above-mentioned structural settings add a display function to the stamp machine 200 (external function module 100).

[0041] In this embodiment, the screen mounting opening 115 can be circular; the display screen 14 can also be circular, and the two shapes are compatible. When the display screen 14 is inserted into the screen mounting opening 115, the upper end of the display screen 14 is flush with the upper end face of the module housing 11.

[0042] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the display screen 14 includes a touch screen.

[0043] In practice, the above-mentioned structural settings can increase interactivity and make it easier for users to use.

[0044] In this embodiment, the touch screen can be based on existing technology, such as a capacitive touch screen.

[0045] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side wall of the module housing 11 has a second camera hole 116; the external functional module 100 also includes a second camera 15, which is disposed in the inner cavity 111 and protrudes from the second camera hole 116. When the connecting structure 110 is connected to the connecting and cooperating structure, the second camera 15 is electrically connected to the controller 220 for taking pictures of the user.

[0046] In practice, the above-mentioned structural setup allows for the capture of the person using the seal, thereby further enhancing the security of the seal application.

[0047] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the side wall of the module housing 11 has a third camera hole 117; the external functional module 100 also includes a third camera 16, which is disposed in the inner cavity 111 and exposed from the third camera hole 117. When the connecting structure 110 is connected to the connecting and cooperating structure, the third camera 16 is electrically connected to the controller 220 for shooting the printing environment.

[0048] In practice, the third camera 16 can be set up to capture the stamping environment, thereby further enhancing the security of stamping.

[0049] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first camera hole 113 and the third camera hole 117 are located on the rear side of the module housing 11 and are arranged sequentially from top to bottom; the second camera hole 116 is located on the front side of the module housing 11.

[0050] In practice, the above-mentioned structural design enables multi-angle shooting, further enhancing the security of seal application.

[0051] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the first camera 12 is inclined downward along the radial outward direction of the module housing 11; the second camera 15 and the third camera 16 are fisheye lenses.

[0052] In practice, the second camera 15 and the third camera 16 are fisheye lenses, which can increase the field of view and capture a wider range of content to further enhance the security of the seal. The first camera 15 is set radially outward and tilted downward to increase the shooting range of the seal document.

[0053] In this embodiment, the document to be stamped can be a document that is to be stamped, is being stamped, or has already been stamped.

[0054] The above are only a few embodiments of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications or variations to the embodiments of this utility model based on the content disclosed in the application documents without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An external function module (100) applied to a seal machine (200), the seal machine (200) comprising a machine shell (210) and a controller (220), the upper end of the machine shell (210) having a connecting matching structure; the controller (220) is arranged on the machine shell (210), characterized in that, The external functional module (100) includes: a module housing (11) and a first camera (12); The module housing (11) has a connection structure (110) for detachable connection with the connection mating structure. The first camera (12) is mounted on the module housing (11). When the connection structure (110) is connected to the connection mating structure, the first camera (12) is electrically connected to the controller (220).

2. The external function module (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that The module housing (11) has an inner cavity (111), a connection port (112), and a first camera hole (113). The connection port (112) is located at the lower end of the housing (210), and the periphery of the connection port (112) is used to abut against the upper end of the stamping machine (200); The connecting structure (110) is disposed in the inner cavity (111) and located at the connecting port (112); The first camera hole (113) is located on the side wall of the module housing (11) and communicates with the inner cavity (111). The first camera (12) is disposed in the inner cavity (111) and protrudes from the first camera hole (113) for photographing the document to be printed.

3. The external functional module (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The side wall of the module housing (11) has a fingerprint hole (114). The external functional module (100) also includes: a fingerprint module (13); The fingerprint module (13) is disposed in the inner cavity (111). The fingerprint module (13) has a finger contact end, which is exposed from the fingerprint hole (114). When the connection structure (110) is connected to the connection mating structure, the fingerprint module (13) is electrically connected to the controller (220).

4. The external functional module (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end of the module housing (11) has a screen setting port (115). The external functional module (100) also includes: a display screen (14); The display screen (14) is covered at the screen setting port (115). When the connection structure (110) is connected to the connection mating structure, the display screen (14) is electrically connected to the controller (220).

5. The external function module (100) according to claim 4, characterized in that The display screen (14) includes a touch screen.

6. The external functional module (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The side wall of the module housing (11) has a second camera hole (116). The external functional module (100) also includes a second camera (15), which is disposed in the inner cavity (111) and exposed from the second camera hole (116). When the connecting structure (110) is connected to the connecting mating structure, the second camera (15) is electrically connected to the controller (220) for taking pictures of the user.

7. The external function module (100) according to claim 6, characterized in that The side wall of the module housing (11) has a third camera hole (117). The external functional module (100) also includes a third camera (16), which is disposed in the inner cavity (111) and exposed from the third camera hole (117). When the connection structure (110) is connected to the connection mating structure, the third camera (16) is electrically connected to the controller (220) for shooting the printing environment.

8. The external functional module (100) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first camera hole (113) and the third camera hole (117) are located on the rear side of the module housing (11) and are arranged sequentially from top to bottom; The second camera hole (116) is located on the front side of the module housing (11).

9. The external functional module (100) according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first camera (12) is tilted downward in a radially outward direction along the module housing (11); The second camera (15) and the third camera (16) are fisheye lenses.

10. The external functional module (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The connecting structure is a slot, and the connecting structure (110) is a snap fastener; or, The connecting and mating structure is a snap-fit, and the connecting structure (110) is a slot.

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