camera device

Abstract

This application discloses a camera device, including a pan-tilt bracket and a camera module. The pan-tilt bracket includes a fixed frame, a driving component, a first rotating frame, a second rotating frame, and a damping structure. The driving component is disposed on the fixed frame, and the first rotating frame is connected to the driving component and can be driven by the driving component to rotate around an axis parallel to a first direction. The second rotating frame is rotatably connected to the first rotating frame around an axis parallel to a second direction, which intersects the first direction. The damping structure is disposed between the second rotating frame and the first rotating frame to provide damping for the rotation of the second rotating frame. The camera module is disposed on the second rotating frame. The technical solution of this application can expand the monitoring area of ​​the camera device and improve the monitoring effect of the camera device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of camera device technology, and in particular to a camera device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, to improve the security of venues, people are increasingly inclined to install video surveillance devices to monitor the environment. However, the monitoring area of ​​these devices is limited, which affects their monitoring effectiveness. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of this application is to provide a camera device that aims to expand the monitoring area of ​​the camera device and improve the monitoring effect of the camera device.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the camera device proposed in this application includes:

[0005] A gimbal bracket includes a fixed frame, a driving component, a first rotating frame, a second rotating frame, and a damping structure. The driving component is disposed on the fixed frame. The first rotating frame is connected to the driving component and can be driven by the driving component to rotate about an axis parallel to a first direction. The second rotating frame is rotatably connected to the first rotating frame about an axis parallel to a second direction, where the second direction intersects the first direction. The damping structure is disposed between the second rotating frame and the first rotating frame to provide damping for the rotation of the second rotating frame.

[0006] A camera module, wherein the camera module is mounted on the second rotating frame.

[0007] Optionally, the second rotating frame includes a second frame body and a rotating shaft, the camera module is disposed on the second frame body, and the rotating shaft is disposed on the second frame body and rotatably connected to the first rotating frame;

[0008] The damping structure includes a recess and a protrusion, one of which is located on the rotating shaft and the other is located on the first rotating frame. The second rotating frame is rotatable until the protrusion is accommodated within the recess.

[0009] Optionally, both the recess and the protrusion extend along the second direction;

[0010] And / or, the recess is provided in multiple ways, and the multiple recesses are arranged circumferentially along the rotation axis.

[0011] Optionally, the first rotating frame is provided with a first mounting groove and a notch, the notch being located on one side of the first mounting groove and communicating with the first mounting groove;

[0012] The rotating shaft is rotatably disposed on the notch portion, and one of the recess and the protrusion is disposed on the notch portion;

[0013] The second frame body is located in the first mounting slot and can be rotated out or retracted from the first mounting slot.

[0014] Optionally, the first rotating frame includes a first frame body and a mounting shaft. The first frame body is connected to the driving component and is provided with a first mounting groove, one side of which has a communication opening.

[0015] The mounting shaft is located on the side of the first frame body with the communication port, the mounting shaft extends along the second direction, and is at least partially located outside the first mounting groove;

[0016] The mounting shaft and the first frame body enclose the notch, one of the recess and the protrusion is provided in the first frame body, and the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft.

[0017] Optionally, the camera device further includes a first fastener, which is disposed in the first mounting groove;

[0018] The first fastener passes through the first rotating frame and is threaded to the drive component.

[0019] Optionally, the camera module is detachably connected to the second rotating frame.

[0020] Optionally, the camera device further includes a second fastener that passes through the second rotating frame and is threaded to the camera module.

[0021] Optionally, the camera module is provided with a connecting column and a supporting column, and the connecting column and the supporting column are located on the same side of the camera module;

[0022] The connecting post and the supporting post are located on the same plane on the side away from the camera module, and the second fastener is threaded to the connecting post.

[0023] Optionally, the mounting bracket is provided with mounting holes;

[0024] And / or, the fixing frame is provided with a magnetic element;

[0025] And / or, the camera module includes a body, a camera, and a battery, the body is mounted on the second rotating frame, the camera and the battery are mounted on the body, and the battery is electrically connected to the camera and the driving component.

[0026] The camera device of this application comprises a gimbal bracket including a fixed frame, a driving component, a first rotating frame, and a second rotating frame, with the camera module mounted on the second rotating frame. The driving component can rotate the first rotating frame, thereby causing the second rotating frame and the camera module mounted on the first rotating frame to rotate around an axis parallel to a first direction. Conversely, driving the second rotating frame to rotate causes the camera module mounted on it to rotate around an axis parallel to a second direction. When the first and second directions are vertical and horizontal respectively, the orientation and pitch angle of the camera module can be adjusted by rotation, enriching the viewing angle. Furthermore, since the driving component and the camera module are respectively mounted on the fixed frame and the second rotating frame, the driving component is independent of the camera module. Therefore, when driving the second rotating frame to adjust the pitch angle of the camera module, it does not affect the axis of rotation of the first rotating frame driven by the driving component, maintaining a vertical orientation. This ensures that even when the driving component drives the first rotating frame to rotate at a large angle, the camera module can still effectively shoot downwards. The camera module will not be rotated upwards for ineffective shooting when the drive unit rotates the first rotating frame at a large angle due to the tilting of the axis of rotation during pitch adjustment. Therefore, the structural design of the camera device in this solution not only enriches the shooting angle directions of the camera module, but also ensures that the camera module still has an effective shooting angle when rotating at a large angle in the horizontal direction, thereby expanding the monitoring area of ​​the camera device and improving the monitoring effect. Moreover, the camera device in this solution further incorporates a damping structure between the first and second rotating frames, which provides damping when driving the second rotating frame to rotate, ensuring stable shooting after rotation to the designated position, further improving the monitoring effect of the camera device. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application 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 application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the camera device of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Another perspective view of the central camera device;

[0030] Figure 3 for Figure 1A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the central camera device;

[0031] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the central camera device;

[0032] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Another perspective view of the exploded structure of the central camera device;

[0033] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a partial exploded structure of the central camera device;

[0034] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Another perspective view of a partial explosion structure of the central camera device;

[0035] Figure 8 for Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a partial exploded structure of the central camera device;

[0036] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Another perspective view of a partial explosion structure of the central camera device;

[0037] Figure 10 for Figure 6 A partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of the camera device.

[0038] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0039] 100. Camera device; 10. Pan / tilt bracket; 11. Mounting bracket; 111. Mounting hole; 112. Magnetic component; 12. Driving component; 13. First rotating frame; 131. First mounting slot; 133. Connecting port; 132. Notch; 133. First frame body; 134. Mounting shaft; 14. Second rotating frame; 141. Second frame body; 142. Rotating shaft; 1421. Stop rib; 143. Second mounting slot; 15. 151. Damping structure; 152. Recess; 16. Protrusion; 16. Second circuit board; 161. Second interface; 162. Third interface; 20. Camera module; 21. Body; 211. Connecting post; 212. Support post; 22. Camera; 23. Battery; 24. First circuit board; 241. First interface; 30. First fastener; 40. Second fastener; 50. Third fastener; 60. Limiting component; 70. Line.

[0040] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0042] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application 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.

[0043] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" 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 expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0044] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this application is 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 as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the word "and / or" throughout the text means including three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution that simultaneously satisfies A and B. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of a person 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 in this application.

[0045] Please refer to the reference. Figures 1 to 4 ,as well as Figure 10This application proposes a camera device 100, including a gimbal bracket 10 and a camera module 20. The gimbal bracket 10 includes a fixed frame 11, a driving member 12, a first rotating frame 13, a second rotating frame 14, and a damping structure 15. The driving member 12 is disposed on the fixed frame 11. The first rotating frame 13 is connected to the driving member 12 and can be driven by the driving member 12 to rotate around an axis parallel to a first direction. The second rotating frame 14 is rotatably connected to the first rotating frame 13 around an axis parallel to a second direction, the second direction intersecting the first direction. The damping structure 15 is disposed between the second rotating frame 14 and the first rotating frame 13 to provide damping for the rotation of the second rotating frame 14. The camera module 20 is disposed on the second rotating frame 14.

[0046] The mounting bracket 11 provides a mounting position for installing the drive component 12. It can also be mounted on a wall or other object, enabling the camera device 100 to be installed as a whole in the monitoring environment. The mounting bracket 11 can be a shell structure, allowing the drive component 12 to be housed inside the bracket for isolation and protection. Alternatively, the mounting bracket 11 can be a plate structure or a base structure; this application does not limit the structure or shape of the mounting bracket 11. Furthermore, the mounting of the mounting bracket 11 on a wall or other object can be via threaded connection, snap-fit ​​connection, or magnetic connection; this application does not limit the mounting method of the mounting bracket 11.

[0047] The driving component 12 can be used to provide driving force to drive the first rotating frame 13 to rotate about an axis parallel to a first direction. When the camera device 100 is in normal installation and use, this first direction can be a vertical direction. Therefore, by driving the first rotating frame 13 to rotate via the driving component 12, the downward orientation of the camera module 20 can be adjusted. Alternatively, the driving component 12 can be a motor.

[0048] The first rotating frame 13 can be used to provide a mounting position for mounting the second rotating frame 14, so that when the first rotating frame 13 is driven to rotate, it can drive the mounted second rotating frame 14 to rotate. The first rotating frame 13 can be a shell structure, a plate structure, or a base structure, etc. This application does not limit the structure and shape type of the first rotating frame 13.

[0049] The second rotating bracket 14 can be used to provide a mounting position for mounting the camera module 20. When the second rotating bracket 14 is driven to rotate around an axis parallel to a second direction, it can drive the mounted camera module 20 to rotate. This second direction can be horizontal. Furthermore, the second rotating bracket 14 can be a shell structure, a plate structure, or a base structure, etc. This application does not limit the structure and shape of the second rotating bracket 14.

[0050] The damping structure 15 provides damping force during the rotation of the second rotating frame 14, so as to provide a damping feel and limit the rotation after it is in place when the second rotating frame 14 is manually driven to rotate. The damping structure 15 can be a structure including a recess 151 and a protrusion 152 as described below, or it can be a structure including an elastic pad. This application does not limit the specific form.

[0051] The camera module 20 can be used to capture and monitor the surrounding environment.

[0052] The camera device 100 of this application configures the pan-tilt bracket 10 as including a fixed frame 11, a driving member 12, a first rotating frame 13, and a second rotating frame 14, with the camera module 20 mounted on the second rotating frame 14. The driving member 12 can drive the first rotating frame 13 to rotate, thereby causing the second rotating frame 14 and the camera module 20 mounted on the first rotating frame 13 to rotate around an axis parallel to the first direction. Conversely, by driving the second rotating frame 14 to rotate, the camera module 20 mounted on the second rotating frame 14 can rotate around an axis parallel to the second direction. When the first and second directions are vertical and horizontal respectively, the orientation and pitch angles of the camera module 20 can be adjusted by rotation, enriching the viewing angles. Furthermore, since the driving member 12 and the camera module 20 are respectively mounted on the fixed frame 11 and the second rotating frame 14, the driving member 12 is independent of the camera module 20. At this time, when the second rotating frame 14 is driven to rotate and adjust the pitch angle of the camera module 20, it will not affect the axis of rotation of the first rotating frame 13 driven by the driving component 12, and it can always remain in a vertical direction. This ensures that even when the driving component 12 drives the first rotating frame 13 to rotate at a large angle, the camera module 20 can still effectively capture images downwards. The axis of rotation of the first rotating frame 13 will not tilt during pitch adjustment, preventing the camera module 20 from being rotated upwards for ineffective capturing when the driving component 12 drives the first rotating frame 13 to rotate at a large angle. Therefore, the structural design of the camera device 100 in this solution enriches the shooting angle directions of the camera module 20, and also ensures that the camera module 20 still has an effective shooting angle when rotating at a large angle horizontally, thereby expanding the monitoring area of ​​the camera device 100 and improving the monitoring effect of the camera device 100. Furthermore, the camera device 100 in this solution is further provided with a damping structure 15 between the first rotating frame 13 and the second rotating frame 14, so that damping can be provided when driving the second rotating frame 14 to rotate, so as to stabilize the shooting after rotating into position and further improve the monitoring effect of the camera device 100.

[0053] Please refer to the reference. Figure 4 , Figure 6 as well as Figure 10 In one embodiment of this application, the second rotating frame 14 includes a second frame body 141 and a rotating shaft 142. The camera module 20 is disposed on the second frame body 141, and the rotating shaft 142 is disposed on the second frame body 141 and rotatably connected to the first rotating frame 13. The damping structure 15 includes a recess 151 and a protrusion 152. One of the recess 151 and the protrusion 152 is disposed on the rotating shaft 142, and the other is disposed on the first rotating frame 13. The second rotating frame 14 can rotate until the protrusion 152 is accommodated in the recess 151.

[0054] In this embodiment, the second rotating frame 14 is configured to include a second frame body 141 and a rotating shaft 142, such that one of the recesses 151 and protrusions 152 in the damping structure 15 can be directly disposed on the rotating shaft 142, and the other can be directly disposed on the first rotating frame 13. This reduces the number of parts, thereby improving the ease of assembling the camera device 100.

[0055] Of course, when the damping structure 15 is an elastic pad, such as a silicone pad or a rubber pad, as described above, the elastic pad can be fitted onto the rotating shaft 142.

[0056] In one embodiment of this application, both the recess 151 and the protrusion 152 extend along a second direction.

[0057] In this embodiment, the recess 151 and the protrusion 152 are configured as elongated structures along the second direction, which can increase the contact area between the two, thereby increasing the damping effect when driving the second rotating frame 14 to rotate.

[0058] In one embodiment of this application, a plurality of recesses 151 are provided, and the plurality of recesses 151 are arranged circumferentially along the rotation axis 142.

[0059] Please refer to Figure 10 In this embodiment, multiple recesses 151 are provided so that the rotation of the second rotating frame 14 can have more levels, thereby expanding the range of pitch angle adjustment for the camera module 20.

[0060] Please refer to the reference. Figures 8 to 10 In one embodiment of this application, the first rotating frame 13 is provided with a first mounting groove 131 and a notch 132. The notch 132 is located on one side of the first mounting groove 131 and communicates with the first mounting groove 131. The rotating shaft 142 is rotatably disposed in the notch 132, and one of the recess 151 and the protrusion 152 is disposed in the notch 132. The second frame body 141 is disposed in the first mounting groove 131 and can be rotated out or retracted from the first mounting groove 131.

[0061] In this embodiment, the opening of the first mounting groove 131 can be set upwards, and the notch 132 can be located on the side of the first mounting groove 131 facing a third direction, which can intersect with the first direction and the second direction. At this time, by providing the first mounting groove 131 and the notch 132 on the first rotating frame 13, the compactness of the second rotating frame 14 mounted on the first rotating frame 13 can be improved, so as to reduce the overall size of the camera device 100.

[0062] Please refer to the reference. Figures 8 to 10 In one embodiment of this application, the first rotating frame 13 includes a first frame body 133 and a mounting shaft 134. The first frame body 133 is connected to the drive member 12 and is provided with a first mounting groove 131. One side of the first mounting groove 131 has a communication port 133. The mounting shaft 134 is located on the side of the first frame body 133 with the communication port 133. The mounting shaft 134 extends along a second direction and is at least partially located outside the first mounting groove 131. The mounting shaft 134 and the first frame body 133 enclose to form a notch 132. One of the recess 151 and the protrusion 152 is provided in the first frame body 133. The rotating shaft 142 is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft 134.

[0063] In this embodiment, by providing a mounting shaft 134 for easy alignment and connection with the rotating shaft 142, the length of the rotating shaft 142 in the second direction can be shortened. Simultaneously, by positioning at least a portion of the mounting shaft 134 outside the first mounting groove 131, the length of the first mounting groove 131 in the third direction does not need to be large; it only needs to be adapted to the length of the first frame body 133. This improves the compactness of the second rotating frame 14 mounted on the first rotating frame 13 in both the second and second directions.

[0064] In one embodiment of this application, in order to improve the stability of the second frame installed on the first frame, two mounting shafts 134 can be provided, and the two mounting shafts 134 are arranged relatively apart and partially enclosed with the first frame body 133 to form a notch 132, and the rotating shaft 142 can be installed between the two mounting shafts 134.

[0065] In this embodiment, the third fastener 50 can be a bolt, and the limiting member 60 can be a nut. In this case, the rotational connection between the mounting shaft 134 and the rotating shaft 142 can be achieved directly by passing a bolt through the shaft, which simplifies the connection structure and improves the stability of the connection. Of course, in some embodiments, a shaft hole for the rotating shaft 142 to be rotatably inserted can be provided on the second rotating frame 14. This application does not limit the rotational mounting method of the second rotating frame 14.

[0066] Please refer to the reference. Figure 9 and Figure 10In one embodiment of this application, a stop rib 1421 may also be provided on the rotating shaft 142 so that during the process of driving the second frame to rotate in the direction in which the second frame body 141 can extend from the first mounting groove 131, the stop rib 1421 abuts against the first frame body 133 in the direction used to enclose and form the notch 132, thereby limiting the rotation stroke of the second frame.

[0067] Please refer to the reference. Figures 8 to 10 In one embodiment of this application, the camera device 100 further includes a third fastener 50 and a limiting member 60. The third fastener 50 passes through the mounting shaft 134 and the rotating shaft 142. The limiting member 60 is threaded to the third fastener 50 and cooperates with the third fastener 50 to clamp the first frame and the rotating shaft 142.

[0068] Please refer to the reference. Figure 3 ,as well as Figures 6 to 8 In one embodiment of this application, the camera device 100 further includes a first fastener 30, which is disposed in a first mounting groove 131; the first fastener 30 passes through the first rotating frame 13 and is threadedly connected to the drive member 12.

[0069] In this embodiment, the first fastener 30 can be a screw. After passing through the first frame body 133 of the first rotating frame 13, it can be inserted into the threaded hole of the driving member 12, thereby connecting the first rotating frame 13 and the driving member 12. This connection method is relatively simple and reliable, thus improving the convenience and stability of connecting the first rotating frame 13 and the driving member 12. Furthermore, the first fastener 30 is located within the first mounting groove 131, that is, below the second rotating frame 14, which allows the first fastener 30 to be concealed, reducing the possibility of damage and improving the compactness of the distribution among the first rotating frame 13, the second rotating frame 14, and the driving member 12. Of course, this application is not limited to this; in some embodiments, the first frame body 133 of the first rotating frame 13 and the driving member 12 can also be configured as a snap-fit ​​connection or a magnetic connection, etc.

[0070] Please refer to the reference. Figures 3 to 5 In one embodiment of this application, the camera module 20 is detachably connected to the second rotating frame 14.

[0071] In this embodiment, the camera module 20 is made detachable, giving it two usage modes: one is that it can be used while mounted on the gimbal bracket 10, and the other is that it can be removed from the gimbal bracket 10 for independent use. This enriches the usage modes of the camera 22 device, allowing users to selectively use it as needed and improving the user experience.

[0072] Please refer to the reference. Figures 3 to 5 In one embodiment of this application, the camera device 100 further includes a second fastener 40, which passes through the second rotating frame 14 and is threadedly connected to the camera module 20.

[0073] In this embodiment, the second fastener 40 can be a screw, which, after passing through the second frame body 141 of the second rotating frame 14, can be inserted into the threaded hole at the bottom of the camera module 20, thereby connecting the camera module 20 and the second rotating frame 14. This connection method is relatively simple and reliable, thus improving the convenience and stability of connecting the camera module 20 to the second frame. Furthermore, the second fastener 40 is located below the second rotating frame 14, which also helps to conceal the second fastener 40, reducing the possibility of damage, and improving the compactness of the distribution among the first rotating frame 13, the second rotating frame 14, and the driving component 12. Of course, this application is not limited to this; in some embodiments, the camera module 20 and the second frame body 141 of the second rotating frame 14 can also be configured as a snap-fit ​​connection or a magnetic connection, etc.

[0074] Please refer to Figure 5 In one embodiment of this application, the camera module 20 is provided with a connecting post 211 and a support post 212, the connecting post 211 and the support post 212 are located on the same side of the camera module 20; the side of the connecting post 211 and the support post 212 away from the camera module 20 are located on the same plane, and the second fastener 40 is threadedly connected to the connecting post 211.

[0075] In this embodiment, a connecting post 211 is provided at the bottom of the camera module 20 to facilitate the opening of threaded holes for the second fastener 40 to connect. Furthermore, a support post 212 is also provided, and the bottom of the support post 212 and the bottom of the connecting post 211 can be located on the same horizontal plane, allowing the camera module 20 to be stably placed on an object such as a tabletop after removal, thanks to the connecting post 211 and the support post 212. To improve the stability of the camera module 20, at least two support posts 212 can be provided, with the other two arranged in a triangle with the connecting post 211.

[0076] Please refer to the reference. Figures 3 to 6 ,as well as Figure 8 In one embodiment of this application, the second frame body 141 of the second rotating frame 14 may be provided with a second mounting groove 143 to accommodate the connecting column 211, thereby improving the accuracy and stability of the installation of the camera module 20 on the second rotating frame 14.

[0077] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 and Figure 3In one embodiment of this application, the mounting bracket 11 may be provided with a mounting hole 111, which can be used for screws to pass through, so as to mount the mounting bracket 11 to an object such as a wall. Of course, in one embodiment, the mounting bracket 11 may also be provided with a magnetic element 112, such as a magnetic block or magnetic post, so that the mounting bracket 11 can be magnetically attracted to a magnetically attracted metal object. Alternatively, to enrich the mounting methods of the mounting bracket 11, the mounting bracket 11 may be provided with both a mounting hole 111 and a magnetic element 112.

[0078] Please refer to the reference. Figures 1 to 5 In one embodiment of this application, the camera module 20 includes a body 21, a camera 22 and a battery 23. The body 21 is disposed on the second rotating frame 14, the camera 22 and the battery 23 are disposed on the body 21, and the battery 23 is electrically connected to the camera 22 and the driving component 12.

[0079] In this embodiment, the body 21 can be a shell structure, and a battery 23 is disposed inside the body 21, so that the camera module 20 can be used independently when it is removed from the gimbal bracket 10. Furthermore, by electrically connecting the battery 23 to the drive component 12, the drive component 12 can also be powered by the battery 23 when the camera module 20 is mounted on the gimbal bracket 10. In order to improve the convenience of the electrical connection between the battery 23 and the camera 22 and the drive component 12, the camera module 20 may also include a first circuit board 24, to which the camera 22 and the battery 23 are electrically connected, and the first circuit board 24 is provided with a first interface 241; the gimbal bracket 10 may be provided with a second circuit board 16, which can be electrically connected to the drive component 12, and the second circuit board 16 is provided with a second interface 161, which can be connected to the first interface 241 via a cable 70. In addition, the second circuit board 16 may also be provided with a third interface 162 to charge the camera 22 device and improve its battery life.

[0080] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the inventive concept of this application and the contents of the specification and drawings of this application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An image pickup device, characterized by comprising: include: A gimbal bracket, comprising a fixed frame, a driving component, a first rotating frame, a second rotating frame, and a damping structure; The driving component is disposed on the fixed frame, and the first rotating frame is connected to the driving component and can be driven by the driving component to rotate around an axis parallel to the first direction; The second rotating frame is rotatably connected to the first rotating frame about an axis parallel to the second direction, the second direction intersecting the first direction; the damping structure is disposed between the second rotating frame and the first rotating frame to provide damping for the rotation of the second rotating frame; and A camera module, wherein the camera module is mounted on the second rotating frame.

2. The camera of claim 1, wherein The second rotating frame includes a second frame body and a rotating shaft. The camera module is disposed on the second frame body, and the rotating shaft is disposed on the second frame body and rotatably connected to the first rotating frame. The damping structure includes a recess and a protrusion, one of which is located on the rotating shaft and the other is located on the first rotating frame. The second rotating frame is rotatable until the protrusion is accommodated within the recess.

3. The camera of claim 2, wherein Both the recess and the protrusion extend along the second direction; And / or, the recess is provided in multiple ways, and the multiple recesses are arranged circumferentially along the rotation axis.

4. The camera of claim 2, wherein The first rotating frame is provided with a first mounting groove and a notch, the notch being located on one side of the first mounting groove and communicating with the first mounting groove; The rotating shaft is rotatably disposed on the notch portion, and one of the recess and the protrusion is disposed on the notch portion; The second frame body is located in the first mounting slot and can be rotated out or retracted from the first mounting slot.

5. The camera of claim 4, wherein The first rotating frame includes a first frame body and a mounting shaft. The first frame body is connected to the driving component and is provided with the first mounting groove. One side of the first mounting groove has a communication port. The mounting shaft is located on the side of the first frame body with the communication port, the mounting shaft extends along the second direction, and is at least partially located outside the first mounting groove; The mounting shaft and the first frame body enclose the notch, one of the recess and the protrusion is provided in the first frame body, and the rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the mounting shaft.

6. The camera of claim 4, wherein The camera device further includes a first fastener, which is disposed in the first mounting slot; The first fastener passes through the first rotating frame and is threaded to the drive component.

7. The image pickup device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein The camera module is detachably connected to the second rotating frame.

8. The camera of claim 7, wherein, The camera device also includes a second fastener that passes through the second rotating frame and is threaded to the camera module.

9. The camera of claim 8, wherein, The camera module is provided with a connecting column and a supporting column, and the connecting column and the supporting column are located on the same side of the camera module; The connecting post and the supporting post are located on the same plane on the side away from the camera module, and the second fastener is threaded to the connecting post.

10. The image pickup device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein The mounting bracket is provided with mounting holes; And / or, the fixing frame is provided with a magnetic element; And / or, the camera module comprises a body, a camera and a battery, the body is arranged on the second rotating frame, the camera and the battery are arranged on the body, and the battery is electrically connected to the camera and the driving member.

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