Drive box assembly, faucet lock and scooter

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of drive box assembly, faucet lock and scooter, the drive box assembly includes drive box and electric control device, first cavity is equipped in the drive box, the drive box includes baffle, and the baffle is equipped with the first cavity intercommunication's avoidance mouth;The electric control device includes circuit board and electrical element, and the electrical element is located on the circuit board, and the circuit board is located in the first cavity, and the electrical element is worn out in the avoidance mouth.The drive box assembly of the utility model can simplify assembly procedure, and be conducive to improving production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mobility scooter technology, specifically to a drive box assembly, a steering lock, and a mobility scooter. Background Technology

[0002] Steering wheel locks are commonly used in electric vehicles, motorcycles, and other mobility scooters. They lock the steering wheel of the scooter after it is parked. The steering wheel lock is electrically connected to the scooter's central control unit, which controls its locking and unlocking actions. After unlocking, the steering wheel lock sends an unlock feedback signal to the central control unit. Upon receiving this signal, the central control unit sends a signal to the scooter's power unit, allowing it to operate normally and thus enabling riding. However, the assembly process of the steering wheel lock's electronic control unit and drive box is complex, resulting in low production efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] This utility model aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0004] Therefore, embodiments of this utility model propose a drive box assembly that can simplify the assembly process and improve production efficiency.

[0005] An embodiment of this utility model also proposes a faucet lock.

[0006] An embodiment of this utility model also proposes a mobility scooter.

[0007] The drive box assembly of this utility model includes: a drive box, wherein a first cavity is provided inside the drive box, the drive box includes a partition, and a clearance opening communicating with the first cavity is provided on the partition; and an electrical control device, wherein the electrical control device includes a circuit board and electrical components, the electrical components are disposed on the circuit board, the circuit board is disposed inside the first cavity, and the electrical components extend through the clearance opening.

[0008] According to the drive box assembly of the present invention, since the circuit board is located inside the first cavity, the first cavity can protect the circuit board, reducing the probability of the circuit board coming into contact with water. Furthermore, since the electrical components pass through the clearance opening and extend out of the first cavity, the clearance opening can facilitate the installation of the electrical components, thereby simplifying the assembly of the electronic control device and the drive box. Therefore, the drive box assembly of the present invention can provide sealed protection for the circuit board and simplify the assembly process of the drive box assembly, thus improving production efficiency.

[0009] In some embodiments, the clearance includes a first clearance and a second clearance, the first clearance and the second clearance being arranged at a distance from each other on the partition, and the electrical component includes a position sensor and a needle holder, the position sensor extending through the first clearance and the needle holder extending through the second clearance.

[0010] In some embodiments, the drive box includes a first ring platform disposed on the side of the partition away from the first cavity, the first ring platform being arranged circumferentially around the first clearance opening, and a first glue-filled gap being present between the position sensor and the first ring platform.

[0011] In some embodiments, the position sensor includes a first position sensor and / or a second position sensor, the position sensor being disposed on the first ring platform.

[0012] In some embodiments, the drive box includes a second ring platform, which is disposed on the side of the partition away from the first cavity. The second ring platform is arranged circumferentially around the second clearance opening and forms a pin insertion cavity, into which the pin seat extends.

[0013] In some embodiments, the electronic control device further includes a motor conductive sheet, which includes a conductive sheet body and a bent portion. The bent portion is located at the end of the conductive sheet body, and both the conductive sheet body and the bent portion are connected to the circuit board.

[0014] In some embodiments, the drive box assembly further includes fasteners that are detachably disposed on the circuit board and the partition.

[0015] In some embodiments, the partition is provided with a positioning block, and the circuit board is provided with a positioning hole, the positioning block cooperating with the positioning hole.

[0016] Another embodiment of the faucet lock of this utility model includes: a drive box assembly, which is the drive box assembly described in any one of the embodiments of this utility model, the electrical component including a position sensor; a cover plate connected to the drive box, the cover plate defining a second cavity between itself and the partition plate; and a first locking mechanism, the first locking mechanism including a drive device, a first sliding member and a locking tongue, the drive device being disposed in the first cavity, the first sliding member being disposed in the second cavity, the drive device being used to drive the first sliding member to move along a first direction, the first sliding member being connected to the locking tongue to drive the locking tongue to move between a locked position and an unlocked position, in the unlocked position, the first sliding member being able to trigger the position sensor.

[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the throttle lock's drive mechanism can drive the first sliding member to move, causing the first sliding member to move the latch to the unlocked position. When the latch moves to the unlocked position, the first sliding member can trigger a position sensor, so that the throttle lock sends an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device, ensuring that the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely, and reliably. Since both the drive mechanism and the circuit board are housed within the first cavity, the first cavity can protect the circuit board and drive mechanism, reducing the probability of them coming into contact with water. Furthermore, since electrical components pass through a clearance opening and extend out of the first cavity, the clearance opening allows for the installation of electrical components, facilitating the assembly of the electronic control device and the drive box. Therefore, the drive box assembly of the throttle lock in this embodiment of the present invention can provide sealed protection for the circuit board and simplify the assembly process of the drive box assembly, thus improving production efficiency.

[0018] In some embodiments, the faucet lock further includes a second locking mechanism, which includes a traction member and a second sliding member. The second sliding member is disposed in the second cavity, and the traction member is connected to the second sliding member. The traction member can drive the first sliding member and the second sliding member to move synchronously along the first direction.

[0019] Another embodiment of the mobility scooter of the present invention includes the throttle lock described in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0020] The drive box assembly of the mobility scooter in this embodiment can seal and protect the circuit board, and can simplify the assembly process of the drive box assembly, which is beneficial to improving production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the drive box assembly of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the drive box assembly of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the drive box assembly of the faucet lock according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the electrical control device of the drive box assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a top view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0027] Figure 7This is an exploded view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0028] Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock after the cover plate has been removed, according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 9 This is a perspective view of the cover plate of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0030] Figure 10 This is a partial schematic diagram of the faucet lock after removing the cover plate and the traction component according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0031] Figure 11 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock after removing the cover plate and the second locking mechanism according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0032] Figure 12 This is a perspective view of the first locking mechanism of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0033] Figure 13 This is a perspective view of the first locking mechanism of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention, after the driving device has been removed.

[0034] Figure 14 This is a side view of the first locking mechanism of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention after the driving device has been removed.

[0035] Figure 15 This is an exploded view of some parts of the first locking mechanism of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 16 This is a rear view of the faucet lock after the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor are assembled according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0037] Figure 17 This is a perspective view of the auger lock assembly consisting of the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor, according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0038] Figure 18 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock after the first and second sliding parts are assembled, according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0039] Figure 19 This is an exploded view of the first and second sliding members of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Figure 20 This is a rear view of the faucet lock according to another embodiment of the present invention, after the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor are assembled.

[0041] Figure label:

[0042] 1. Outer shell; 11. Drive box; 111. Box body; 112. Partition; 1121. Clearance opening; 11211. First clearance opening; 11212. Second clearance opening; 1122. Positioning block; 113. First side plate; 12. Cover plate; 121. Limiting rib; 13. Receiving cavity; 131. First cavity; 132. Second cavity; 14. First annular platform; 141. First filling gap; 15. Second annular platform; 151. Pin cavity; 16. Ear socket; 161. Mating hole; 17. Pressing plate;

[0043] 2. First locking mechanism; 21. Drive device; 211. Drive motor; 212. Worm gear; 213. Gear set; 22. First sliding member; 221. First inclined surface; 222. First plane; 223. First main body slider; 224. First trigger part; 23. Locking tongue; 24. First elastic member; 25. First energy storage block; 251. Rack part;

[0044] 3. Second locking mechanism; 31. Traction member; 32. Second sliding member; 321. First connecting part; 322. Second connecting part; 323. Mounting groove; 324. Second inclined surface; 325. Second plane; 33. Second elastic member;

[0045] 4. Electrical components; 41. Position sensor; 411. First position sensor; 4111. First button section; 412. Second position sensor; 4121. Second button section; 42. Pin holder; 43. Motor conductive sheet; 431. Conductive sheet body; 432. Bending section;

[0046] 5. Circuit board; 51. Positioning hole. Detailed Implementation

[0047] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0048] The following is a reference appendix. Figures 1 to 20 This invention describes a drive box assembly, a throttle lock, and a mobility scooter according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0049] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the drive box assembly of this utility model embodiment includes: a drive box 11 and an electronic control device. The drive box 11 has a first cavity 131. The drive box 11 includes a partition 112. The partition 112 has a clearance opening 1121 communicating with the first cavity 131. The electronic control device includes a circuit board 5 and an electrical component 4. The electrical component 4 is disposed on the circuit board 5. The circuit board 5 is disposed in the first cavity 131. The electrical component 4 passes through the clearance opening 1121.

[0050] According to the drive box assembly of this utility model, since the circuit board 5 is disposed within the first cavity 131, the first cavity 131 can protect the circuit board 5, thereby reducing the probability of the circuit board 5 coming into contact with water. Furthermore, since the electrical component 4 passes through the clearance opening 1121 and extends out of the first cavity 131, the clearance opening 1121 can be used to avoid obstructing the installation of the electrical component 4, facilitating the assembly of the electronic control device and the drive box 11. Therefore, the drive box assembly of this utility model can provide sealed protection for the circuit board 5 and can simplify the assembly process of the drive box assembly, which is beneficial to improving production efficiency.

[0051] It is understood that, within the projection plane orthogonal to the thickness direction of the partition 112, the projection of the electrical component 4 extending outside the first cavity 131 lies within the outer periphery of the clearance opening 1121. That is, when the electronic control device is assembled with the drive box 11, the electrical component 4 can pass through the clearance opening 1121 of the partition 112 in a bottom-to-top direction. Compared to the scheme where "the pins of the electrical component 4 pass through the partition 112 in a top-to-bottom direction and connect to the circuit board 5," this embodiment of the present invention allows for the separate assembly of the electrical component 4 and the circuit board 5, facilitating one-time automated assembly of the electronic control device and reducing manual production costs. After the electronic control device is assembled, it is then assembled with the drive box 11, thereby simplifying the assembly process of the drive box assembly and increasing assembly efficiency.

[0052] Optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the clearance opening 1121 includes a first clearance opening 11211 and a second clearance opening 11212. The first clearance opening 11211 and the second clearance opening 11212 are arranged at intervals on the partition 112. The electrical component 4 includes a position sensor 41 and a needle holder 42. The position sensor 41 passes through the first clearance opening 11211, and the needle holder 42 passes through the second clearance opening 11212. It can be understood that the first clearance opening 11211 corresponds to the position sensor 41, and the second clearance opening 11212 corresponds to the needle holder 42. Since the partition 112 provides clearance openings 1121 at the specific installation positions of the position sensor 41 and the needle holder 42, the opening area of ​​the clearance openings 1121 can be reduced, thereby improving the waterproof sealing effect of the first cavity 131. The position sensor 41 passes through the first cavity 131 through the first clearance opening 11211, which facilitates the locking mechanism of the faucet lock to cooperate with the position sensor 41. The needle holder 42 passes through the second clearance opening 11212 through the first cavity 131, which facilitates the insertion of the external wire harness needle head to cooperate with the needle holder 42.

[0053] The position sensor 41 is provided with a sealing structure at the mating position with the first clearance port 11211, and the needle seat 42 is provided with a sealing structure at the mating position with the second clearance port 11212, so as to improve the waterproof sealing effect of the first cavity 131 and prevent the circuit board 5 from contacting water.

[0054] Optionally, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the drive box 11 includes a first annular platform 14, which is located on the side of the partition 112 opposite to the first cavity 131. The first annular platform 14 is arranged circumferentially around the first clearance opening 11211, and a first sealant-filling gap 141 exists between the position sensor 41 and the first annular platform 14. It can be understood that the first sealant-filling gap 141 allows sufficient sealant to be stored at the contact point between the position sensor 41 and the first annular platform 14, ensuring the reliability of the seal between the position sensor 41 and the first clearance opening 11211. Furthermore, the design of the first sealant-filling gap 141 prevents sealant overflow during the application process or delamination of the sealant layer during application.

[0055] For example, the first ring platform 14 and the partition plate 112 are integrally formed.

[0056] For example, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the position sensor 41 includes a first position sensor 411 and / or a second position sensor 412, and the position sensor 41 passes through the first ring platform 14. When two position sensors 41 are arranged, the reliability of the position sensor 41 when the faucet lock is triggered can be improved. Furthermore, since both the first position sensor 411 and the second position sensor 412 pass through the first ring platform 14, the two position sensors 41 are arranged compactly, which facilitates the sealing of the installation positions of the first position sensor 411 and the second position sensor 412 with the partition 112.

[0057] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the drive box 11 includes a second annular platform 15, which is located on the side of the partition 112 opposite to the first cavity 131. The second annular platform 15 is arranged circumferentially around the second clearance opening 11212, and forms a pin insertion cavity 151, into which the pin holder 42 extends. It can be understood that the second annular platform 15 can act as a pin housing to improve the firmness of the engagement between the pin head of the external wire harness and the pin holder 42.

[0058] The second ring platform 15 and the partition plate 112 are integrally formed. Compared with the solution of "the second ring platform 15 and the partition plate 112 are separately connected", the problem of water entering at the connection position of the second ring platform 15 and the partition plate 112 can be avoided, thereby further improving the waterproof sealing effect of the button seat 42 position.

[0059] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the electronic control device also includes a motor conductive plate 43, which includes a conductive plate body 431 and a bent portion 432. The bent portion 432 is located at the end of the conductive plate body 431, and both the conductive plate body 431 and the bent portion 432 are connected to the circuit board 5. The conductive plate body 431 can be inserted downward into the drive motor 211 of the drive device 21 to supply power to the drive motor 211. Since both the conductive plate body 431 and the bent portion 432 are connected to the circuit board 5, there are two fixed points between the motor conductive plate 43 and the circuit board 5, ensuring that the motor conductive plate 43 can be vertically inserted into the circuit board 5 before soldering, thus preventing positional displacement of the motor conductive plate 43 during the soldering process.

[0060] Optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the circuit board 5 and the partition 112 are detachably connected, thereby facilitating the maintenance and replacement of the circuit board 5. Exemplarily, the drive box assembly also includes fasteners that are detachably inserted through the circuit board 5 and the partition 112, thereby improving the robustness of the connection between the circuit board 5 and the partition 112. For example, the fasteners are screws.

[0061] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the partition 112 is provided with a positioning block 1122, and the circuit board 5 is provided with a positioning hole 51. The positioning block 1122 cooperates with the positioning hole 51. When the circuit board 5 is assembled onto the partition 112, the positioning hole 51 on the circuit board 5 can be aligned with the positioning block 1122 first, so that the positioning block 1122 and the positioning hole 51 can be inserted and cooperated. This can pre-position the circuit board 5. Then, the operator can put fasteners through the circuit board 5 and the partition 112. This can improve the accuracy of the installation and positioning of the circuit board 5 and help improve the assembly efficiency.

[0062] like Figures 5 to 8 As shown, another embodiment of the faucet lock of this utility model includes a drive box assembly, a cover plate 12, and a first locking mechanism 2. The drive box assembly is the drive box assembly of this utility model. The electrical component 4 includes a position sensor 41. The cover plate 12 is connected to the drive box 11, and a second cavity 132 is defined between the cover plate 12 and the partition plate 112. The first locking mechanism 2 includes a drive device 21, a first sliding member 22, and a locking tongue 23. The drive device 21 is disposed in the first cavity 131, and the first sliding member 22 is disposed in the second cavity 132. The drive device 21 is used to drive the first sliding member 22 to move along a first direction. The first sliding member 22 is connected to the locking tongue 23 to drive the locking tongue 23 to move between a locked position and an unlocked position. In the unlocked position, the first sliding member 22 can trigger the position sensor 41.

[0063] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the steering lock of the steering wheel lock can be driven by the drive device 21 to move the first sliding member 22 so that the first sliding member 22 moves the locking tongue 23 to the unlock position. When the locking tongue 23 moves to the unlock position, the first sliding member 22 can trigger the position sensor 41 so that the steering wheel lock sends an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device to ensure that the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely and reliably.

[0064] Since both the drive unit 21 and the circuit board 5 are located within the first cavity 131, the first cavity 131 can protect the circuit board 5 and the drive unit 21, reducing the probability of the circuit board 5 and the drive unit 21 coming into contact with water. Furthermore, since the electrical component 4 passes through the clearance opening 1121 and extends out of the first cavity 131, the clearance opening 1121 can be used to avoid obstructing the installation of the electrical component 4, facilitating the assembly of the electronic control device and the drive box 11. Therefore, the drive box assembly of the faucet lock in this embodiment of the present invention can provide sealed protection for the circuit board 5 and can simplify the assembly process of the drive box assembly, thus improving production efficiency.

[0065] like Figure 3 , Figures 5 to 8 As shown, the faucet lock includes a housing 1, which includes a drive box 11 and a cover plate 12. The drive box 11 includes a box body 111 and a partition plate 112. The drive box 11 and the cover plate 12 are connected and form a receiving cavity 13. The receiving cavity 13 includes a first cavity 131 and a second cavity 132. The partition plate 112 is disposed inside the box body 111, and the cover plate 12 is connected to the box body 111. The receiving cavity 13 includes a first cavity 131 and a second cavity 132. The first cavity 131 is disposed between the partition plate 112 and the box body 111, and the second cavity 132 is disposed between the partition plate 112 and the cover plate 12. The drive device 21 and the circuit board 5 are disposed in the first cavity 131, and the position sensor 41 is disposed in the second cavity 132.

[0066] Optionally, such as Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, the faucet lock also includes a second locking mechanism 3, which includes a traction member 31 and a second sliding member 32. The second sliding member 32 is disposed in the second cavity 132. The traction member 31 is connected to the second sliding member 32. The traction member 31 can drive the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 to move synchronously in a first direction. In the unlocked position, at least one of the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 can trigger the position sensor 41.

[0067] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the throttle lock of the present invention allows the latch 23 to be unlocked in two ways. The first unlocking method involves the drive device 21 driving the first sliding member 22 to move, causing the first sliding member 22 to move the latch 23 to the unlocked position. The second unlocking method involves the traction member 31 driving the second sliding member 32 to move, which in turn drives the first sliding member 22 to move synchronously, thus moving the latch 23 to the unlocked position. When the latch 23 moves to the unlocked position, at least one of the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 can trigger the position sensor 41, causing the throttle lock to send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device. In other words, both unlocking methods can drive the latch 23 to reciprocate between the locked and unlocked positions, ensuring that the latch 23 can be successfully unlocked and trigger the position sensor 41, thus ensuring the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely, and reliably.

[0068] On the other hand, since the drive box 11 and the cover plate 12 are connected and form a receiving cavity 13, the drive device 21, the first sliding member 22, and the second sliding member 32 are integrated within the receiving cavity 13 formed by the drive box 11 and the cover plate 12. Compared with the solution of "adding another shell to the outside of the drive box 11 to accommodate the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32", the number of shell structures can be reduced, which simplifies the assembly process of the parts, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces manufacturing costs. Furthermore, since the faucet lock of this embodiment has a high degree of integration, the external size of the faucet lock can be reduced, thus reducing the space occupied during installation.

[0069] In other words, the faucet lock of this utility model integrates the drive device 21, the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 into the same housing 1, without the need to set up a housing on the outside of the drive box 11 to accommodate the transmission structure of the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32, thereby reducing the number of parts assembled and occupying less space.

[0070] like Figure 8 As shown, the first direction can be the front-to-back direction of the faucet lock. When the latch 23 moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first sliding member 22 and the latch 23 can move synchronously from front to back. That is, when the latch 23 moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the latch 23 can retract completely or partially into the receiving cavity 13. When the latch 23 moves from the unlocked position to the locked position, the first sliding member 22 and the latch 23 can move synchronously from back to front. That is, when the latch 23 moves from the unlocked position to the locked position, the front end of the latch 23 can extend out of the receiving cavity 13.

[0071] Optionally, such as Figure 8As shown, the drive box 11 has a first side plate 113, and the locking tongue 23 passes through the first side plate 113. The second locking mechanism 3 also includes a second elastic element 33, which cooperates with the second sliding element 32 and the outer shell 1. In the unlocked position, the second elastic element 33 presses the second sliding element 32 towards the first side plate 113. It can be understood that when the locking tongue 23 is in the unlocked position, the second elastic element 33 has elastic potential energy. When the traction force of the traction member 31 is removed (i.e., the external force of the traction member 31 acting on the second sliding element 32 is less than the elastic force of the second elastic element 33), the second elastic element 33 can drive the second sliding element 32 to move towards the first side plate 113, so as to push the first sliding element 22 and the locking tongue 23 to the locked position. This ensures that the second locking mechanism 3 can drive the locking tongue 23 to move normally, and the structure design is simple and requires fewer parts.

[0072] like Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, at least one of the cover plate 12 and the drive box 11 is provided with a limiting rib 121. The second sliding member 32 slides in cooperation with the limiting rib 121 along the first direction. One end of the second elastic member 33 is connected to the second sliding member 32, and the other end of the second elastic member 33 is connected to the limiting rib 121. It can be understood that when the operator applies a traction force to the traction member 31, the second sliding member 32 moves in the direction from front to back. Since the other end of the second elastic member 33 is positionally constrained by the limiting rib 121, the second sliding member 32 can drive the second elastic member 33 to move toward the limiting rib 121 and compress the second elastic member 33. When the traction force of the traction member 31 is removed, the second elastic member 33 can drive the second sliding member 32 to move toward the first side plate 113, so as to push the first sliding member 22 and the locking tongue 23 to the locked position.

[0073] The faucet lock of this utility model simplifies the reset process of the second sliding member 32 by using the above-described installation method for the second elastic member 33, which reduces the number of parts used and has a simple structural design and reliable movement.

[0074] For example, such as Figure 10 and Figure 17 As shown, the second sliding member 32 has a mounting groove 323, the second elastic member 33 is disposed in the mounting groove 323, and the limiting rib 121 is disposed on the cover plate 12. When the first sliding member 22 moves in a direction away from the first side plate 113, the limiting rib 121 slides into the mounting groove 323 and connects with the second elastic member 33. The limiting rib 121 is located at the rear side of the second elastic member 33. When the second sliding member 32 moves backward, the limiting rib 121 can constrain the position of the second elastic member 33. Since the second elastic member 33 is disposed in the mounting groove 323, the space occupied by the second locking mechanism 3 can be reduced, so as to facilitate the arrangement of other components in the receiving cavity 13.

[0075] In addition, since the limiting rib 121 is provided on the cover plate 12, when the first sliding member 22 moves in the direction away from the first side plate 113 (from front to back), the limiting rib 121 can slide into the mounting groove 323. Thus, the limiting rib 121 can both constrain the position of the second elastic member 33 and guide the front and back sliding of the second sliding member 32, which helps to improve the stability of the second sliding member 32 during movement, reduce the probability of the second sliding member 32 getting stuck, and make the movement process of the second locking mechanism 3 smoother.

[0076] The second elastic element 33 is a cylindrical spring, which extends in the front-to-back direction and is located in the mounting groove 323.

[0077] like Figure 7 As shown, the outer casing 1 also includes a pressure plate 17, which is connected to the outer wall of the cover plate 12. A traction member 31 is located between the pressure plate 17 and the cover plate 12 to fix the traction member 31. Exemplarily, the traction member 31 is a pull cable, and a protective sleeve on the outside of the pull cable is fixed between the pressure plate 17 and the cover plate 12.

[0078] Optionally, such as Figure 10 and Figure 17 As shown, the second sliding member 32 includes a first connecting portion 321 and a second connecting portion 322 connected together. The first connecting portion 321 is arranged on one side of the second connecting portion 322 along a second direction (left-right direction), and the first direction is orthogonal to the second direction. The first connecting portion 321 is connected to the traction member 31. The first connecting portion 321 is located on the side of the first sliding member 22 near the first side plate 113. The second elastic member 33 is located on the second connecting portion 322. When the traction member 31 drives the second sliding member 32 to move in a direction away from the first side plate 113, the first connecting portion 321 can drive the first sliding member 22 to move synchronously to unlock the locking tongue 23.

[0079] Since the first connecting portion 321 is located on the side of the first sliding member 22 near the first side plate 113, when the traction member 31 drives the second sliding member 32 to move in a front-to-back direction, the first connecting portion 321 of the second sliding member 32 can push the first sliding member 22 to slide synchronously in a front-to-back direction. When the driving device 21 drives the first sliding member 22 to move in a front-to-back direction, the first sliding member 22 will not drive the second sliding member 32 to move; that is, the driving device 21 only drives the first sliding member 22 to move back and forth, without driving the second sliding member 32 to move.

[0080] Therefore, when the drive unit 21 is in normal use, the movement of the first locking mechanism 2 will not affect the second locking mechanism 3, meaning the second locking mechanism 3 remains stationary. When the drive unit 21 malfunctions, the second locking mechanism 3 can act as a backup to unlock and lock the bolt 23, thereby improving the reliability of the steering lock and providing reliable protection for the safe riding of the scooter.

[0081] Optionally, such as Figure 8 , Figure 13 and Figure 15 As shown, the drive box 11 has a first side plate 113, and the locking tongue 23 passes through the first side plate 113. The first locking mechanism 2 includes a first elastic member 24 and a first energy storage block 25. The drive device 21 is drivenly connected to the first energy storage block 25. The first energy storage block 25 is slidably connected to the first sliding member 22 along a first direction. The first elastic member 24 presses the first sliding member 22 toward the first side plate 113. When the second locking mechanism 3 drives the locking tongue 23 to lock (extend), the drive device 21 can push the first energy storage block 25 forward. The first energy storage block 25 can push the first sliding member 22 forward through the first elastic member 24, so that the locking tongue 23 is locked (extended).

[0082] Since the first energy storage block 25 is slidably connected to the first sliding member 22 along the first direction, the first elastic member 24 presses against the first sliding member 22 in the direction of the first side plate 113. Therefore, when the drive device 21 fails, the second locking mechanism 3 can also push the first sliding member 22 to move backward, and when the first elastic member 24 can compress the stored energy, and when the traction member 31 in the second locking mechanism 3 releases the tension, the first elastic member 24 can reset to push the first sliding member 22 and the locking tongue 23 to move forward.

[0083] like Figure 12 and Figure 14 As shown, the drive device 21 includes a drive motor 211, a worm gear 212, and a gear set 213. The first energy storage block 25 has a rack portion 251. The drive motor 211 is connected to the worm gear 212, the worm gear 212 meshes with the gear set 213, and the gear set 213 meshes with the rack portion 251. It can be understood that the drive motor 211 can drive the worm gear 212 to rotate, the worm gear 212 can drive the gear set 213 to rotate, and the gear set 213 drives the rack portion 251 to move in the front-back direction (first direction) to push the first sliding member 22 and the locking tongue 23 to slide back and forth.

[0084] In one example, such as Figure 20As shown, there is one position sensor 41, which corresponds to the first sliding member 22. When either the driving device 21 or the traction member 31 drives the bolt 23 to move to the unlocked position, the first sliding member 22 can trigger the position sensor 41. That is, the first locking mechanism 2 and the second locking mechanism 3 can drive the first sliding member 22 to trigger the same position sensor 41. By setting a single position sensor 41, the faucet lock of this embodiment can reduce the manufacturing cost of the faucet lock.

[0085] In another example, such as Figure 17 As shown, the position sensor 41 includes a first position sensor 411 and a second position sensor 412; the first position sensor 411 corresponds to the first slider 22, and the first slider 22 can trigger the first position sensor 411 when the driving device 21 drives the bolt 23 to move to the unlock position; the second position sensor 412 corresponds to the second slider 32, and the second slider 32 can trigger the second position sensor 412 when the traction member 31 drives the bolt 23 to move to the unlock position.

[0086] When the first position sensor 411 malfunctions and cannot send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device, the second locking mechanism 3 can be activated. That is, the traction member 31 can pull the second sliding member 32 to move backward, and the second sliding member 32 pushes the first sliding member 22 to move backward, thereby driving the locking tongue 23 to the unlock position. At this time, the second sliding member 32 can trigger the second position sensor 412. After the central control device receives the unlocking feedback signal sent by the second position sensor 412, it allows the mobility scooter to be ridden normally.

[0087] Furthermore, the first locking mechanism 2 and the second locking mechanism 3 are independent of each other, and the backward movement of the first sliding member 22 will not affect the second sliding member 32. When the first position sensor 411 is functioning properly, only the first locking mechanism 2 is needed. When the first position sensor 411 malfunctions, the second position sensor 412 serves as a spare part, cooperating with the second locking mechanism 3 to send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device, thereby ensuring that the mobility scooter can be ridden normally. Therefore, the second position sensor 412 has a low usage frequency and a long lifespan, providing reliable assurance for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter when the first position sensor 411 fails.

[0088] In addition, since the second locking mechanism 3 triggers and resets the second position sensor 412 through the traction member 31, the second sliding member 32 and the second elastic member 33, the number of parts of the second locking mechanism 3 can be reduced, thereby making the movement of the second locking mechanism 3 reliable, enhancing the triggering stability of the second position sensor 412, and helping to improve the safe service life of the second position sensor 412.

[0089] Optionally, such as Figure 11 , Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, the position sensor 41 includes a first position sensor 411, which is disposed in the receiving cavity 13. The first position sensor 411 has a first button part 4111, which is movable along a third direction (up and down direction). The first direction is orthogonal to the third direction. The first slider 22 has a first inclined surface 221. When the locking tongue 23 moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first inclined surface 221 can drive the first button part 4111 to move along the third direction to trigger the first position sensor 411.

[0090] It is understandable that when the first slider 22 moves from front to back, the first inclined surface 221 can gradually approach and press down on the first button part 4111. Thus, within a certain range where the locking tongue 23 and the first slider 22 slide backward, the first slider 22 can continuously trigger the first position sensor 411 under the action of the first inclined surface 221. This ensures the reliability of the triggering of the first position sensor 411 and provides a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0091] Compared to the previous solution where "the button portion of the first position sensor 411 is movable along a first direction, and the first slider 22 uses a push-type triggering mechanism for the first position sensor 411," this application ensures reliable contact between the first slider 22 and the first position sensor 411, allowing the first position sensor 411 to be continuously triggered within a wider safety range. Furthermore, guided by the first inclined surface 221 of the first slider 22, the impact force of the first slider 22 on the first button portion 4111 is smaller, thereby extending the service life of the first position sensor 411 and reducing the risk of damage to the first position sensor 411.

[0092] Optionally, such as Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the first slider 22 also has a first plane 222, which is parallel to the first direction. In the locked position, the first plane 222 is located on the side of the first inclined surface 221 away from the first position sensor 411. In the unlocked position, the first button part 4111 abuts against the first plane 222.

[0093] Understandably, when the first slider 22 moves from front to back, the first inclined surface 221 can gradually approach and press down on the first button portion 4111. As the first slider 22 continues to move backward, the first flat surface 222 can contact the first button portion 4111, thereby ensuring that the first position sensor 411 is always in a triggered (pressed) state. Thus, within a certain range during the backward sliding of the latch 23 and the first slider 22, the first slider 22 can continuously trigger the first position sensor 411 under the action of the first flat surface 222, thereby ensuring the reliability of the triggering of the first position sensor 411 and providing a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0094] The first inclined surface 221 extends gradually upward in a front-to-back direction, and the first flat surface 222 is located on the front side of the first inclined surface 221. When the first slider 22 moves in a front-to-back direction, the first button part 4111 comes into contact with the first flat surface 222 after being pressed by the first inclined surface 221.

[0095] Optionally, such as Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the first sliding member 22 includes a connected first main body slider 223 and a first trigger part 224. The locking tongue 23 is connected to the first main body slider 223. A first inclined surface 221 is disposed on the first trigger part 224. The first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are disposed on the same side of the first main body slider 223 along a second direction (left-right direction). In the locked position, the first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are spaced apart along a first direction. The first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are all orthogonal to each other. It can be understood that the first trigger part 224 is disposed along the second direction on the side of the first main body slider 223 near the second sliding member 32, and the first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are generally located between the second sliding member 32 and the first main body slider 223. By adopting the above-described structure for the first sliding member 22, the faucet lock of this embodiment of the present invention can optimize the arrangement of components within the receiving cavity 13, which is beneficial for improving space utilization.

[0096] For example, the first position sensor 411 is a micro switch.

[0097] Optionally, such as Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, the position sensor 41 also includes a second position sensor 412. The second position sensor 412 has a second button portion 4121, which is movable along a third direction. The second slider 32 has a second inclined surface 324. When the latch 23 moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the second inclined surface 324 can drive the second button portion 4121 to move along a third direction to trigger the second position sensor 412.

[0098] It is understandable that when the second slider 32 moves from front to back, the second inclined surface 324 can gradually approach and press down on the second button part 4121. Thus, within a certain range of the second slider 32 sliding backward, the second slider 32 can continuously trigger the second position sensor 412 under the action of the second inclined surface 324. This can ensure the reliability of the triggering of the second position sensor 412 and provide a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0099] Compared to the previous solution where "the button portion of the second position sensor 412 is movable along a first direction, and the second slider 32 uses a push-type triggering mechanism for the second position sensor 412," this application ensures reliable contact between the second slider 32 and the second position sensor 412, allowing the second position sensor 412 to be continuously triggered within a wider safety range. Furthermore, guided by the second inclined surface 324 of the second slider 32, the impact force of the second slider 32 on the second button portion 4121 is reduced, thereby extending the service life of the second position sensor 412 and reducing the risk of damage to the second position sensor 412.

[0100] Optionally, such as Figures 16 to 19 As shown, the second slider 32 also has a second plane 325, which is parallel to the first direction. In the locked position, the second plane 325 is located on the side of the second inclined surface 324 away from the second position sensor 412. In the unlocked position, the second button part 4121 abuts against the second plane 325.

[0101] Understandably, when the second slider 32 moves from front to back, the second inclined surface 324 can gradually approach and press down on the second button portion 4121. As the second slider 32 continues to move backward, the second flat surface 325 can contact the second button portion 4121, thereby ensuring that the second position sensor 412 is always in a triggered (pressed) state. Therefore, within a certain range of the second slider 32 sliding backward, the second slider 32 can continuously trigger the second position sensor 412 under the action of the second flat surface 325, thus ensuring the reliability of the triggering of the second position sensor 412 and providing a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0102] The second inclined surface 324 extends gradually upward in a front-to-back direction, and the second flat surface 325 is located on the front side of the second inclined surface 324. When the second slider 32 moves in a front-to-back direction, the second button part 4121 comes into contact with the second flat surface 325 after being pressed by the second inclined surface 324.

[0103] Optionally, such as Figure 18As shown, the first inclined surface 221 and the second inclined surface 324 are arranged side by side along the second direction (left-right direction), and the first position sensor 411 and the second position sensor 412 are arranged side by side along the second direction. The first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are all orthogonal to each other. This allows for a compact arrangement of the first position sensor 411 and the second position sensor 412, and the distance between the first inclined surface 221 and the first position sensor 411 is approximately equal to the distance between the second inclined surface 324 and the second position sensor 412, ensuring that the trigger strokes of the first locking mechanism 2 and the second locking mechanism 3 are consistent.

[0104] For example, the second position sensor 412 is a micro switch.

[0105] like Figures 5 to 8 As shown, the outer casing 1 also includes an ear seat 16, which is connected to the first side plate 113 of the drive box 11. The ear seat 16 is provided with a mating hole 161 for connecting the frame. A bolt is inserted into the mating hole 161 to install the steering lock onto the frame.

[0106] Another embodiment of the mobility scooter of this utility model includes the steering lock or drive box assembly of this utility model. The steering lock or drive box assembly of this utility model. For example, the mobility scooter can be an electric two-wheeler or a motorcycle.

[0107] The technical advantages of the mobility scooter in the embodiments of this utility model are the same as those of the steer lock or drive box assembly of this utility model, and this utility model does not limit it in this respect.

[0108] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0109] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0110] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0111] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0112] In this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0113] Although the above embodiments have been shown and described, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Any changes, modifications, substitutions and variations made to the above embodiments by those skilled in the art are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A driver box assembly, characterized in that, include: A drive box (11) is provided with a first cavity (131) inside the drive box (11). The drive box (11) includes a partition (112) and a clearance opening (1121) communicating with the first cavity (131) is provided on the partition (112). An electrical control device, comprising a circuit board (5) and an electrical component (4), wherein the electrical component (4) is disposed on the circuit board (5), the circuit board (5) is disposed within the first cavity (131), and the electrical component (4) extends through the clearance opening (1121).

2. The driver box assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clearance opening (1121) includes a first clearance opening (11211) and a second clearance opening (11212). The first clearance opening (11211) and the second clearance opening (11212) are arranged at intervals on the partition plate (112). The electrical component (4) includes a position sensor (41) and a needle holder (42). The position sensor (41) passes through the first clearance opening (11211), and the needle holder (42) passes through the second clearance opening (11212).

3. The drive box assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive box (11) includes a first ring platform (14), which is located on the side of the partition (112) away from the first cavity (131). The first ring platform (14) is arranged circumferentially around the first clearance opening (11211). There is a first glue-filling gap (141) between the position sensor (41) and the first ring platform (14).

4. The drive box assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The position sensor (41) includes a first position sensor (411) and / or a second position sensor (412); The position sensor (41) is mounted on the first ring platform (14).

5. The drive box assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive box (11) includes a second ring platform (15), which is located on the side of the partition (112) away from the first cavity (131). The second ring platform (15) is arranged circumferentially around the second clearance opening (11212). The second ring platform (15) forms a needle insertion cavity (151), and the needle seat (42) extends into the needle insertion cavity (151).

6. The drive box assembly according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The electronic control device also includes a motor conductive sheet (43), which includes a conductive sheet body (431) and a bent portion (432). The bent portion (432) is located at the end of the conductive sheet body (431), and both the conductive sheet body (431) and the bent portion (432) are connected to the circuit board (5).

7. The drive box assembly according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The drive box assembly also includes fasteners that are detachably inserted through the circuit board (5) and the partition (112); And / or, the partition (112) is provided with a positioning block (1122), the circuit board (5) is provided with a positioning hole (51), and the positioning block (1122) cooperates with the positioning hole (51).

8. A faucet lock, characterized in that, include: A drive box assembly, wherein the drive box assembly is any one of claims 1-7, and the electrical element (4) includes a position sensor (41); A cover plate (12) is connected to the drive box (11), and a second cavity (132) is defined between the cover plate (12) and the partition plate (112); The first locking mechanism (2) includes a driving device (21), a first sliding member (22), and a locking tongue (23). The driving device (21) is located in the first cavity (131), and the first sliding member (22) is located in the second cavity (132). The driving device (21) is used to drive the first sliding member (22) to move along a first direction. The first sliding member (22) is connected to the locking tongue (23) to drive the locking tongue (23) to move between a locked position and an unlocked position. In the unlocked position, the first sliding member (22) can trigger the position sensor (41).

9. The faucet lock according to claim 8, characterized in that, The faucet lock also includes a second locking mechanism (3), which includes a traction member (31) and a second sliding member (32). The second sliding member (32) is disposed in the second cavity (132). The traction member (31) is connected to the second sliding member (32). The traction member (31) can drive the first sliding member (22) and the second sliding member (32) to move synchronously along the first direction.

10. A mobility scooter, characterized in that, Includes the faucet lock as described in claim 8 or 9.

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