Connector structure and electronic device

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a connector structure and an electronic device. The connector structure comprises a sleeve assembly, a movable assembly partially contained in the sleeve assembly and movable along the extension direction of the sleeve assembly, a first elastic member contained in the sleeve assembly and sleeved outside the movable assembly, and one end of the first elastic member connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. When the movable assembly moves towards the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic member contacts the movable assembly, so that the movable assembly is tilted to make the side wall of the movable assembly contact the side wall of the sleeve assembly, forming a first flow path of the connector structure. The embodiment of the present disclosure can reduce the possibility of instantaneous disconnection of the connector structure and improve the stability of the flow of the connector structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of connector technology, and more particularly to a connector structure and electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, many electronic modules in automobiles communicate with each other through flexible connectors to improve connector stability. One type of flexible connector is the pogo pin connector, which comes in various forms.

[0003] However, current pogo PIN connectors are prone to momentary disconnections when exposed to vibration, resulting in unstable contact between modules. Utility Model Content

[0004] To overcome the problems existing in the related technologies, this disclosure provides a connector structure and electronic device that can reduce the possibility of momentary disconnection in the connector structure and improve the stability of current flow in the connector structure.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, a connector structure is provided, comprising at least:

[0006] Sleeve assembly;

[0007] The movable component is partially housed within the sleeve assembly and is movable within the sleeve assembly along the extending direction of the sleeve assembly;

[0008] A first elastic element is housed within the sleeve assembly and sleeved outside the movable assembly, with one end of the first elastic element connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly.

[0009] When the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic member contacts the movable component, causing the movable component to tilt so that the side wall of the movable component contacts the side wall of the sleeve assembly, forming the first flow path of the connector structure.

[0010] In some possible implementations, the sleeve assembly includes: a base and a guide groove disposed on the base; the connector structure further includes:

[0011] The second elastic element is disposed on the side wall of the guide groove;

[0012] One end of the movable component engages with the guide groove and contacts the second elastic element to form a second flow path of the connector structure;

[0013] The flow direction of the first flow path is different from that of the second flow path.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the active component includes:

[0015] The contact element is partially exposed outside the sleeve assembly;

[0016] The guide post is housed within the sleeve assembly, engages with the guide groove, and contacts the second elastic element;

[0017] A limiting member, housed within the sleeve assembly and connected between the contact member and the guide post, is used to limit the range of motion of the movable component;

[0018] The first elastic element is sleeved outside the guide post and located between the limiting element and the base.

[0019] In some possible implementations, the sleeve assembly further includes: a sleeve body disposed on the base;

[0020] A limiting portion is provided at one end of the sleeve body away from the base; the limiting portion is used to cooperate with the limiting member to restrict the movement of the movable component between a first position and a second position within the sleeve assembly;

[0021] When the active component is in the first position, the first elastic member is in the first deformation state, and the limiting member is not in contact with the limiting portion;

[0022] When the active component is in the second position, the first elastic member is in the second deformation state, and the limiting member is in contact with the limiting portion;

[0023] Wherein, the deformation force corresponding to the first deformation state is less than the deformation force corresponding to the second deformation state.

[0024] In some possible implementations, the limiting portion has an opening for exposing the contact element outside the sleeve assembly;

[0025] Wherein, the diameter of the opening is smaller than the diameter of the limiting member, and the diameter of the limiting member is smaller than the inner diameter of the sleeve body.

[0026] In some possible implementations, the contact member has a spherical shape, and the sidewall of the limiting member has a side arc wall.

[0027] In some possible implementations, the connector structure further includes:

[0028] An insulating layer is disposed on the surface of the movable component that contacts the first elastic element, for isolating the current between the first elastic element and the movable component.

[0029] In some possible implementations, the shape of the first elastic element includes a conical or frustum-shaped shape.

[0030] In some possible implementations, both the sleeve assembly and the movable assembly are conductive.

[0031] According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, an electronic device is provided, comprising at least:

[0032] Circuit board;

[0033] As described in the first aspect, in the connector structure, the sleeve assembly in the connector structure is fixed to the circuit board.

[0034] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this disclosure may include the following beneficial effects:

[0035] This disclosure provides a connector structure and electronic device. The connector structure includes: a sleeve assembly; a movable component partially housed within the sleeve assembly and movable within the sleeve assembly along the extending direction of the sleeve assembly; and a first elastic member housed within the sleeve assembly and sleeved outside the movable component, with one end of the first elastic member connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. When the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic member contacts the movable component, causing the movable component to tilt so that the side wall of the movable component contacts the side wall of the sleeve assembly, forming a first flow path of the connector structure.

[0036] In this way, the first elastic element in the connector structure can be housed within the sleeve assembly and fitted over the movable component. One end of the first elastic element is connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. By changing the arrangement of the first elastic element, the sleeve assembly, and the movable component in the connector structure, when the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the first flow path formed by the contact between the side wall of the movable component and the side wall of the sleeve assembly can be utilized to increase the flow capacity of the connector structure, thereby improving the flow capacity of the connector structure. Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic element can contact the movable component to tilt the movable component, causing the side wall of the movable component to contact the side wall of the sleeve assembly. This makes the contact between the movable component and the sleeve assembly more stable, thereby reducing the possibility of momentary disconnection in the connector structure and improving the flow stability of the connector structure.

[0037] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0038] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0039] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 1 .

[0040] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 2 .

[0041] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0042] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first elastic element in a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0043] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 3 .

[0044] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an active component in a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0045] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the structure of a connector structure, including a movable component and a first elastic element, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0046] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 4 .

[0047] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the sleeve assembly in a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0048] Figure 10 This is a structural block diagram of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0049] Figures 1 to 9 The attached figure labels are:

[0050] 10-Connector structure, 11-Sleeve assembly, 12-Moving assembly, 13-First elastic element, 111-Base, 112-Guide groove, 14-Second elastic element, 121-Contact, 122-Guide post, 123-Limiting element, 113-Sleeve body, 114-Limiting part, 115-Opening, 15-Insulating layer, 20-External fixing structure. Detailed Implementation

[0051] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of structures consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0052] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this disclosure 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 disclosure.

[0053] In the description of this disclosure, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure based on the specific circumstances.

[0054] The technical solutions provided by the various embodiments of this disclosure are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0055] In related technologies, the current pogo PIN connectors used for contact between automotive modules are prone to momentary disconnection when the vehicle is in a vibration environment, resulting in unstable contact between modules.

[0056] Based on this, the present disclosure provides a connector structure. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 1 , Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a connector structure according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 2 ,like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the connector structure 10 may include:

[0057] Sleeve assembly 11;

[0058] The movable component 12 is partially housed within the sleeve assembly 11 and is movable within the sleeve assembly 11 along the extending direction of the sleeve assembly 11.

[0059] The first elastic element 13 is housed inside the sleeve assembly 11 and sleeved outside the movable assembly 12, and one end of the first elastic element 13 is connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly 11.

[0060] When the movable component 12 moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly 11, the other end of the first elastic member 13 contacts the movable component 12, causing the movable component 12 to tilt so that the side wall of the movable component 12 contacts the side wall of the sleeve assembly 11, forming the first flow path of the connector structure 10.

[0061] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the connector structure described above can be an elastic connector with an elastic element; for example, the connector structure can be a pogo PIN connector. The pogo PIN connector can consist of three parts: a plunger, a barrel, and a spring. The working principle of the pogo PIN connector is that the elastic force of the spring maintains reliable contact between the plunger and the mating contact (i.e., the external fixed structure to which the connector is connected), thereby achieving electrical or signal transmission.

[0062] Here, the sleeve assembly can be a component capable of accommodating the movable component and the first elastic element; the sleeve assembly can have a bottom wall and an opening disposed opposite to each other, through which the movable component is exposed outside the sleeve assembly. That is, a portion of the movable component is located inside the sleeve assembly, and another portion of the movable component is exposed outside the sleeve assembly through the opening.

[0063] It should be noted that the specific shape and size of the sleeve assembly and the specific shape and size of the movable component can be set according to the shape and size of the connector structure in the actual application scenario, as long as the sleeve assembly has a structure that allows the movable component to move. This disclosure does not impose any restrictions.

[0064] It is understood that the extension direction of the aforementioned sleeve assembly can be perpendicular to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly; that is, the movable component can move within the sleeve assembly in a direction perpendicular to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly to achieve contact connection between the connector structure and the external fixed structure.

[0065] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the first elastic element may be a component with elastic potential energy; for example, the first elastic element may be a torsion spring or a spring, etc.

[0066] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the first elastic element 13 has a conical or frustum-shaped shape. Thus, when the movable component moves towards the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the conical or frustum-shaped first elastic element can better push up one side of the movable component by contacting it, causing the movable component to tilt so that its side wall contacts the side wall of the sleeve assembly, forming a first flow path. This further reduces the possibility of momentary disconnection in the connector structure and improves the stability of the flow in the connector structure.

[0067] Here, the first elastic element can be sleeved outside the movable component, which can be a part located inside the sleeve assembly; and the first elastic element can be located between the opening and the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly.

[0068] It should be noted that the specific size of the first elastic element can be set according to the size of the sleeve assembly and the movable assembly in the actual application scenario. As long as the first elastic element can be accommodated in the sleeve assembly and sleeved on the outside of the movable assembly, this disclosure embodiment does not impose any restrictions.

[0069] Understandably, when the portion of the movable component exposed outside the sleeve assembly contacts an external fixed structure such as a pad, the fixed structure applies pressure to the movable component, allowing it to move towards the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. At this time, the first elastic element can be in a compressed state. Because the first elastic element experiences a restoring deformation force when compressed, the end of the first elastic element in contact with the movable component will push up one side of the movable component, causing it to tilt so that its sidewall contacts the sidewall of the sleeve assembly, thereby forming the first flow path of the connector structure.

[0070] It should be noted that in related technologies, the flow path of a connector structure typically involves the flow from the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly through the first elastic element to the movable component, and then from the movable component to the external fixed structure. However, in this embodiment, the first flow path can be a newly added path to the external fixed structure, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the first flow path is from the sleeve assembly 11 directly to the movable assembly 12, and then from the movable assembly 12 to the external fixed structure 20, so as to increase the flow of the connector structure and thus improve the flow capacity of the connector structure.

[0071] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the sleeve assembly can be an integrally formed conductive component, and the movable component can also be an integrally formed conductive component; or, the portion of the sleeve assembly and the movable component that forms the flow path can be a conductive component, while the portion of the sleeve assembly and the movable component that does not participate in forming the flow path (e.g., the outer shell surrounding the flow path, etc.) can be a non-conductive component, etc.

[0072] For example, the sleeve assembly may include a plastic housing with a hollow structure and a metal portion located in the hollow structure, and the flow path between the portion of the movable assembly that contacts the metal portion of the sleeve assembly and the portion that contacts the external fixed structure may be set as a metal structure, and the movable assembly may also be provided with a plastic housing or the like surrounding the metal structure; in this case, the first flow path of the connector structure may be formed by the contact between the metal structure in the movable assembly and the metal portion of the sleeve assembly.

[0073] In some embodiments, both the sleeve assembly and the movable assembly are conductive. Thus, by configuring both the sleeve assembly and the movable assembly as conductive, the current-carrying capacity of the first current-carrying path can be improved, thereby enhancing the current-carrying capacity of the connector structure.

[0074] It should be noted that both the sleeve assembly and the moving assembly can be various types of conductive parts, such as metal, conductive plastic or graphite, etc., and the embodiments disclosed herein are not limited thereto.

[0075] In addition, the first elastic element can be a conductive element or an insulating element. The specific material of the first elastic element can be set according to the actual application scenario, and this disclosure embodiment does not impose any restrictions.

[0076] This disclosure provides a connector structure and electronic device. The connector structure includes: a sleeve assembly; a movable component partially housed within the sleeve assembly and movable within the sleeve assembly along the extending direction of the sleeve assembly; and a first elastic member housed within the sleeve assembly and sleeved outside the movable component, with one end of the first elastic member connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. When the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic member contacts the movable component, causing the movable component to tilt so that the side wall of the movable component contacts the side wall of the sleeve assembly, forming a first flow path of the connector structure.

[0077] In this way, the first elastic element in the connector structure can be housed within the sleeve assembly and fitted over the movable component. One end of the first elastic element is connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. By changing the arrangement of the first elastic element, the sleeve assembly, and the movable component in the connector structure, when the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the first flow path formed by the contact between the side wall of the movable component and the side wall of the sleeve assembly can be utilized to increase the flow capacity of the connector structure, thereby improving the flow capacity of the connector structure. Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic element can contact the movable component to tilt the movable component, causing the side wall of the movable component to contact the side wall of the sleeve assembly. This makes the contact between the movable component and the sleeve assembly more stable, thereby reducing the possibility of momentary disconnection in the connector structure and improving the flow stability of the connector structure.

[0078] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown, the sleeve assembly 11 includes: a base 111 and a guide groove 112 disposed on the base 111; the connector structure 10 further includes:

[0079] The second elastic element 14 is disposed on the side wall of the guide groove 112;

[0080] One end of the active component 12 engages with the guide groove 112 and contacts the second elastic element 14 to form the second flow path of the connector structure 10;

[0081] The flow direction of the first flow path is different from that of the second flow path.

[0082] Thus, by providing a second elastic element on the side wall of the guide groove in the sleeve assembly, it can contact one end of the movable component that is engaged in the guide groove, thereby forming a second flow path in the connector structure with a flow direction different from the first flow path. This can further increase the flow capacity of the connector structure and improve its flow capability. Furthermore, the connector structure of this disclosure includes two flow paths, which can better reduce the possibility of momentary disconnection in the connector structure when in a vibration environment, thereby improving the stability of the flow in the connector structure.

[0083] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the base may be a component in the sleeve assembly that connects to the circuit board in the electronic device where the connector structure is located; the guide groove may be a component in the sleeve assembly that engages with the movable component.

[0084] It should be noted that the guide groove can be a recessed groove on the surface of the base facing the first elastic member, in the direction away from the first elastic member; or, the guide groove can also be a groove protruding from the surface of the base on the surface of the base facing the first elastic member. The embodiments disclosed herein do not impose any limitations.

[0085] Here, the second elastic element can also be a component with electrical conductivity and elastic potential energy; for example, the second elastic element can be a conductive spring or a conductive sheet, etc.

[0086] Understandably, when the movable component in the connector structure is in its initial position, i.e., the portion of the movable component exposed outside the sleeve assembly is not in contact with the external fixed structure, one end of the movable component can be engaged in the guide groove, and this end is not in contact with the bottom of the guide groove. At this time, the movable component can contact the second elastic element, allowing it to move within the guide groove. When the movable component in the connector structure is in its end position, one end of the movable component is still engaged in the guide groove, and this end is in contact with the bottom of the guide groove. At this time, the movable component is still in contact with the second elastic element, and the portion of the movable component exposed outside the sleeve assembly is in contact with the external fixed structure.

[0087] In some embodiments, when the active component is in the first position, one end of the active component is in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, and the first elastic element is in a first deformation state; when the active component is in the second position, one end of the active component is not in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, and the first elastic element is in a second deformation state; wherein the deformation force corresponding to the first deformation state is less than the deformation force corresponding to the second deformation state.

[0088] It should be noted that the specific shape and size of the second elastic element can also be set according to the shape and size of the guide groove in the actual application scenario, and this disclosed embodiment does not impose any restrictions.

[0089] In this embodiment, the flow direction of the second flow path can be from the guide groove on the base of the sleeve assembly to the end of the movable component that engages with the guide groove, and then to the other end of the movable component that contacts the external fixed structure; while the flow direction of the first flow path can be from the base of the sleeve assembly to the sleeve body of the sleeve assembly, and then through the side wall of the sleeve body that contacts the side wall of the movable component to the end of the movable component that contacts the external fixed structure. That is, the flow direction of the first flow path passes through the entire sleeve assembly and part of the movable component, while the flow direction of the second flow path passes through the base of the sleeve assembly and the entire movable component, i.e., the flow directions of the first flow path and the second flow path of the connector structure are different.

[0090] In some embodiments, such as Figures 6 to 8 As shown, the above-mentioned active component 12 includes:

[0091] Contact 121 is partially exposed outside the sleeve assembly 11;

[0092] The guide post 122 is housed in the sleeve assembly 11 and engages with the guide groove 112 and contacts the second elastic member 14.

[0093] The limiting member 123 is housed within the sleeve assembly 11 and connected between the contact member 121 and the guide post 122, and is used to limit the range of motion of the movable component 12;

[0094] The first elastic element 13 is sleeved outside the guide post 122 and located between the limiting element 123 and the base 111.

[0095] In this way, by exposing the contact portion of the movable component outside the sleeve assembly, engaging the guide post in the guide groove inside the sleeve assembly and contacting the second elastic member, and housing the limiting member inside the sleeve assembly and connecting it between the contact and the guide post, the range of motion of the movable component can be limited. The first elastic member is sleeved outside the guide post of the movable component and positioned between the limiting member and the base, thereby making it easier to realize the first and second flow paths of the connector structure, effectively improving the flow capacity and stability of the connector structure.

[0096] In this embodiment, the contact member can be a component of the movable assembly that contacts an external fixed structure, and this contact member can be exposed outside the sleeve assembly through an opening in the sleeve assembly. The guide post can be a component of the movable assembly used to guide the direction of movement of the movable assembly. The limiting member can be a component of the movable assembly used to limit the range of movement of the movable assembly.

[0097] Here, the contact element, limiting element, and guide post can be aligned at the center; and the contact element, limiting element, and guide post can be integrally molded to form a movable component.

[0098] Understandably, when the moving component in the connector structure is in its initial position, i.e., when the contact is not in contact with the external fixed structure, the guide post is engaged in the guide groove. At this time, the guide post is not in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, but is in contact with the second elastic element, allowing the moving component to move within the sleeve assembly through the mutual cooperation of the guide post and the guide groove. When the moving component in the connector structure is in its end position, the guide post is still engaged in the guide groove, and is in contact with the bottom of the guide groove. At this time, the guide post is still in contact with the second elastic element, and the contact is in contact with the external fixed structure.

[0099] In other words, the moving component can move between the initial position and the end position through the cooperation of the guide post and the guide groove, that is, the range of motion of the moving component can be the range between the initial position and the end position.

[0100] In some embodiments, when the active component is in the first position, the guide post is in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, the contact member is in contact with the external fixing structure, and the first elastic member is in a first deformation state; when the active component is in the second position, the guide post is not in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, the contact member is not in contact with the external fixing structure, and the first elastic member is in a second deformation state; wherein, the deformation force corresponding to the first deformation state is less than the deformation force corresponding to the second deformation state.

[0101] It should be noted that the specific shapes and dimensions of the contact elements, limiting elements, and guide posts can be set according to the shape and dimensions of the openings and guide grooves of the sleeve assembly in the actual application scenario, and this disclosure does not impose any limitations. For example, the shape of the guide groove can be a cylindrical or prismatic groove, and correspondingly, the shape of the guide post can be a cylindrical or prismatic groove, etc.

[0102] In some embodiments, the contact member has a spherical shape, and the sidewall of the limiting member includes a side arc wall. Thus, by setting the contact member to a spherical shape, the shape of the contact member or the fixed structure can be prevented from being damaged when the contact member comes into contact with an external fixed structure. Furthermore, by setting the sidewall of the limiting member to a side arc arm, damage to the first elastic member or the limiting member can be prevented when the first elastic member comes into contact with the limiting member. This effectively extends the lifespan of the connector structure and improves its stability.

[0103] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the above-mentioned sleeve assembly 11 further includes: a sleeve body 113 disposed on the base 111;

[0104] A limiting part 114 is provided at one end of the sleeve body 113 away from the base 111; the limiting part 114 is used to cooperate with the limiting member 123 to restrict the movement of the movable component 12 between the first position and the second position in the sleeve assembly.

[0105] When the active component 12 is in the first position, the first elastic member 13 is in the first deformation state, and the limiting member 123 and the limiting part 114 are not in contact.

[0106] When the active component 12 is in the second position, the first elastic member 13 is in the second deformation state, and the limiting member 123 is in contact with the limiting part 114.

[0107] The deformation force corresponding to the first deformation state is less than the deformation force corresponding to the second deformation state.

[0108] In this way, by setting a limiting part at the end of the sleeve body opposite to the base, and the limiting part can cooperate with the limiting part of the movable component, the movement of the movable component between the first position and the second position in the sleeve assembly can be restricted, thereby better realizing the movement of the movable component in the sleeve assembly and improving the stability of the connector structure.

[0109] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the sleeve body may be a component in the sleeve assembly that is sleeved outside the movable component and the first elastic member, and can be used to transmit the current on the circuit board connected to the base to the outside fixed structure via the movable component.

[0110] The aforementioned limiting part can be a component in the sleeve body used to limit the range of motion of the movable component; the limiting part can cooperate with the limiting member to allow the movable component to move between a first position and a second position within the sleeve assembly.

[0111] Here, the first position can be the position where the inner contact of the sleeve assembly is in contact with the external fixed structure and the guide post is in contact with the bottom of the guide groove; the second position can be the position where the inner contact of the sleeve assembly is not in contact with the external fixed structure and the guide post is not in contact with the bottom of the guide groove.

[0112] Understandably, when the movable component is in the first position, the guide post is in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, and the contact element is in contact with the external fixing structure; and the first elastic element is in a first deformation state, while the limiting element and the limiting portion are not in contact. When the movable component is in the second position, the guide post is not in contact with the bottom of the guide groove, and the contact element is not in contact with the external fixing structure; and the first elastic element is in a second deformation state, while the limiting element and the limiting portion are in contact. This allows the limiting element and the limiting portion to cooperate with each other to prevent the movable component from moving out of the sleeve assembly, effectively ensuring the stability of the connector structure.

[0113] It should be noted that the specific shape and size of the limiting part can be set according to the shape and size of the sleeve body and the limiting component in the actual application scenario, as long as the limiting part can cooperate with the limiting component to restrict the movement of the movable component between the first position and the second position in the sleeve assembly. This disclosure embodiment does not impose any restrictions.

[0114] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the limiting part 114 has an opening 115 for allowing the contact 121 to be exposed outside the sleeve assembly 11.

[0115] The diameter of the opening 115 is smaller than the diameter of the limiting member 123, and the diameter of the limiting member 123 is smaller than the inner diameter of the sleeve body 113.

[0116] In this way, by setting the diameter of the opening of the limiting part to be smaller than the diameter of the limiting member, and the diameter of the limiting member to be smaller than the diameter of the sleeve body, the limiting part can cooperate with the limiting member, and the movable component where the limiting member is located can move within the sleeve assembly, thereby improving the stability of the connector structure.

[0117] In this embodiment of the present disclosure, the opening of the limiting part can be an opening in the sleeve assembly that is opposite to the base, which can be used to expose the contact in the movable component outside the sleeve assembly and contact the external fixed structure to realize the connection between the connector structure and the fixed structure.

[0118] Here, the maximum diameter of the contact can be less than or equal to the diameter of the aforementioned opening, so that the contact can be partially exposed outside the sleeve assembly. The diameter of the aforementioned opening can be less than the diameter of the limiting member, so as to prevent the limiting member and guide post from moving out of the sleeve assembly when the contact is exposed outside the sleeve assembly. The diameter of the limiting member can be less than the inner diameter of the sleeve body, so that the moving component can move more effectively within the sleeve assembly.

[0119] It should be noted that the diameter of the opening, the diameter of the limiting member, and the inner diameter of the sleeve body can all be set according to the actual application scenario, as long as the diameter of the opening is smaller than the diameter of the limiting member and the diameter of the limiting member is smaller than the inner diameter of the sleeve body. This disclosed embodiment does not impose any restrictions.

[0120] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 7 As shown, the connector structure 10 further includes:

[0121] An insulating layer 15 is disposed on the surface of the movable component 12 that is in contact with the first elastic member 13, for isolating the current between the first elastic member 13 and the movable component 12.

[0122] In this way, by providing an insulating layer on the surface of the active component that contacts the first elastic element, the current between the first elastic element and the active component can be isolated, thereby cutting off the current flow path from the first elastic element to the active component, preventing the first elastic element from being burned out due to excessive current, and effectively extending the service life of the first elastic element in the connector structure.

[0123] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the insulating layer may be an insulating structure in the connector structure used to isolate the current between the first elastic element and the moving component; for example, the material of the insulating layer may be plastic, rubber or ceramic, etc.

[0124] It should be noted that the insulating layer can also be provided on the side wall of the guide post in the active component to prevent the first elastic element from contacting the side wall of the guide post and being burned when the connector structure is under vibration or other conditions. This disclosure does not impose any limitations.

[0125] An electronic device provided in this disclosure may include at least:

[0126] Circuit board;

[0127] As described in the above embodiments of the present disclosure, the sleeve assembly in the connector structure is fixed on the circuit board.

[0128] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the aforementioned electronic device can be any device with a connector structure, such as a mobile phone, laptop computer, in-vehicle device, tablet computer, personal digital assistant (PDA), mobile internet device (MID), wearable device, etc.

[0129] Here, the aforementioned circuit board can be a printed circuit board (PCB) in electronic devices, made of double-sided fiberglass board; this circuit board can be used to support various components such as connector structures, and can realize electrical connection or electrical insulation between various components. This circuit board can also transmit current to external fixed structures such as PADs that are in contact with the moving components through the base of the sleeve assembly.

[0130] The electronic device proposed in this embodiment can house a first elastic element in the connector structure of the electronic device within a sleeve assembly and sleeve it over a movable component. One end of the first elastic element is connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. By changing the arrangement of the first elastic element, the sleeve assembly, and the movable component in the connector structure, when the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the current flow path formed by the contact between the side wall of the movable component and the side wall of the sleeve assembly can be utilized to increase the current flow of the connector structure, thereby improving the current flow capacity of the connector structure. Furthermore, in this embodiment, when the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic element can contact the movable component to tilt it, causing the side wall of the movable component to contact the side wall of the sleeve assembly. This makes the contact between the movable component and the sleeve assembly more stable, thereby reducing the possibility of momentary disconnection in the connector structure and improving the current flow stability of the connector structure.

[0131] Figure 10 This is a structural block diagram of an electronic device according to an exemplary embodiment. For example, the electronic device 1000 may be a mobile phone, computer, in-vehicle device, digital broadcasting terminal, messaging device, game console, tablet device, medical device, fitness device, personal digital assistant, etc.

[0132] Reference Figure 10 The electronic device 1000 may include one or more of the following components: processing component 1002, memory 1004, power supply component 1006, multimedia component 1008, audio component 1010, input / output (I / O) interface 1012, sensor component 1014, and communication component 1016.

[0133] Processing component 1002 typically controls the overall operation of electronic device 1000, such as operations associated with at least one of display, telephone call, data communication, camera operation, and recording operation. Processing component 1002 may include one or more processors 1020 to execute instructions to perform all or part of the steps of the methods described above. Furthermore, processing component 1002 may include one or more modules to facilitate interaction between processing component 1002 and other components. For example, processing component 1002 may include a multimedia module to facilitate interaction between multimedia component 1008 and processing component 1002.

[0134] Memory 1004 is configured to store various types of data to support the operation of electronic device 1000. Examples of such data include at least one of the following: instructions for any application or method operating on electronic device 1000, contact data, phonebook data, messages, pictures, and videos. Memory 1004 can be implemented by any type of volatile or non-volatile storage device or a combination thereof, such as Static Random Access Memory (SRAM), Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EEPROM), Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory (EPROM), Programmable Read Only Memory (PROM), Read-Only Memory (ROM), magnetic storage, flash memory, magnetic disk, or optical disk.

[0135] Power supply component 1006 provides power to various components of electronic device 1000. Power supply component 1006 may include at least one of the following: a power management system, one or more power supplies, and other components associated with generating, managing, and distributing power to electronic device 1000.

[0136] Multimedia component 1008 includes a screen that provides an output interface between electronic device 1000 and user. In some embodiments, the screen may include a liquid crystal display (LCD) and a touch panel (TP). If the screen includes a touch panel, the screen may be implemented as a touchscreen to receive input signals from the user. The touch panel includes one or more touch sensors to sense touches, swipes, and gestures on the touch panel. The touch sensors may sense not only the boundaries of touch or swipe actions but also the duration and pressure associated with the touch or swipe operation. In some embodiments, multimedia component 1008 includes a front-facing camera and / or a rear-facing camera. When electronic device 1000 is in an operating mode, such as a shooting mode or video mode, the front-facing camera and / or rear-facing camera may receive external multimedia data. Each front-facing camera and rear-facing camera may be a fixed optical lens system or have focal length and optical zoom capabilities.

[0137] Audio component 1010 is configured to output and / or input audio signals. For example, audio component 1010 includes a microphone (MIC) configured to receive external audio signals when electronic device 1000 is in an operating mode, such as call mode, recording mode, and voice recognition mode. The received audio signals may be further stored in memory 1004 or transmitted via communication component 1016. In some embodiments, audio component 1010 also includes a speaker for outputting audio signals.

[0138] I / O interface 1012 provides an interface between processing component 1002 and peripheral interface modules, such as keyboards, click wheels, and buttons. These buttons may include, but are not limited to, home buttons, volume buttons, power buttons, and lock buttons.

[0139] Sensor assembly 1014 includes one or more sensors for providing state assessments of various aspects of electronic device 1000. For example, sensor assembly 1014 may detect the on / off state of electronic device 1000, the relative positioning of components (e.g., the display and keypad of electronic device 1000), changes in position of electronic device 1000 or one of its components, the presence or absence of user contact with electronic device 1000, orientation or acceleration / deceleration of electronic device 1000, and temperature changes of electronic device 1000. Sensor assembly 1014 may include a proximity sensor configured to detect the presence of nearby objects without any physical contact. Sensor assembly 1014 may also include an optical sensor, such as a complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) or charge-coupled device (CCD) image sensor, for use in imaging applications. In some embodiments, sensor assembly 1014 may also include, but is not limited to, at least one of the following: an accelerometer, a gyroscope, a magnetometer, a pressure sensor, and a temperature sensor.

[0140] Communication component 1016 is configured to facilitate wired or wireless communication between electronic device 1000 and other devices. Electronic device 1000 can access wireless networks based on communication standards, such as Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G, or combinations thereof. In one exemplary embodiment, communication component 1016 receives broadcast signals or broadcast-related information from an external broadcast management system via a broadcast channel. In one exemplary embodiment, communication component 1016 also includes a Near Field Communication (NFC) module to facilitate short-range communication. For example, the NFC module may be implemented based on Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), Infrared Data Association (IrDA), Ultra Wide Band (UWB), Bluetooth (BT), and other technologies.

[0141] In an exemplary embodiment, the electronic device 1000 may be implemented by one or more application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs), digital signal processors (DSPs), digital signal processing devices (DSPDs), programmable logic devices (PLDs), field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), controllers, microcontrollers, microprocessors, or other electronic components.

[0142] In an exemplary embodiment, a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium including instructions is also provided, such as a memory 1004 including executable instructions or a computer program, which can be executed by a processor 1020 of an electronic device 1000. For example, the non-transitory computer-readable storage medium may be a ROM, random access memory (RAM), a compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM), magnetic tape, floppy disk, and optical data storage device, etc.

[0143] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the utility models disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the claims.

[0144] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A connector structure, characterized in that, include: Sleeve assembly; The movable component is partially housed within the sleeve assembly and is movable within the sleeve assembly along the extending direction of the sleeve assembly; A first elastic element is housed within the sleeve assembly and sleeved outside the movable assembly, with one end of the first elastic element connected to the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly. When the movable component moves toward the bottom wall of the sleeve assembly, the other end of the first elastic member contacts the movable component, causing the movable component to tilt so that the side wall of the movable component contacts the side wall of the sleeve assembly, forming the first flow path of the connector structure.

2. The connector structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeve assembly includes: a base and a guide groove disposed on the base; the connector structure further includes: The second elastic element is disposed on the side wall of the guide groove; One end of the movable component engages with the guide groove and contacts the second elastic element to form a second flow path of the connector structure; The flow direction of the first flow path is different from that of the second flow path.

3. The connector structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The active components include: The contact element is partially exposed outside the sleeve assembly; The guide post is housed within the sleeve assembly, engages with the guide groove, and contacts the second elastic element; A limiting member, housed within the sleeve assembly and connected between the contact member and the guide post, is used to limit the range of motion of the movable component; The first elastic element is sleeved outside the guide post and located between the limiting element and the base.

4. The connector structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The sleeve assembly further includes: a sleeve body disposed on the base; A limiting portion is provided at one end of the sleeve body away from the base; the limiting portion is used to cooperate with the limiting member to restrict the movement of the movable component between a first position and a second position within the sleeve assembly; When the active component is in the first position, the first elastic member is in the first deformation state, and the limiting member is not in contact with the limiting portion; When the active component is in the second position, the first elastic member is in the second deformation state, and the limiting member is in contact with the limiting portion; Wherein, the deformation force corresponding to the first deformation state is less than the deformation force corresponding to the second deformation state.

5. The connector structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The limiting portion has an opening for the contact element to be exposed outside the sleeve assembly; Wherein, the diameter of the opening is smaller than the diameter of the limiting member, and the diameter of the limiting member is smaller than the inner diameter of the sleeve body.

6. The connector structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The contact member has a spherical shape, and the sidewall of the limiting member has a side arc wall.

7. The connector structure according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The connector structure also includes: An insulating layer is disposed on the surface of the movable component that contacts the first elastic element, for isolating the current between the first elastic element and the movable component.

8. The connector structure according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The shape of the first elastic element includes a conical shape or a frustum shape.

9. The connector structure according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, Both the sleeve assembly and the movable assembly are conductive components.

10. An electronic device, characterized in that, include: Circuit board; The connector structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the sleeve assembly in the connector structure is fixed to the circuit board.

Images