Laptop extension support
By integrating the docking station and storage into the laptop stand, the problems of insufficient laptop ports and limited storage space are solved, enabling the convenience of connecting multiple devices and additional storage, and avoiding cabling and desktop clutter.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHENZHEN ORICO TECHNOLOGIES CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-03
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
The reduced number of ports on laptops leads to insufficient ports and limited storage space, resulting in inconvenience and cluttered desktops.
Design a laptop expansion stand that integrates a docking station, storage, and laptop into a support shell. The docking station solves the problem of insufficient interfaces, and the storage provides additional storage space. The integrated rails and clamping structure ensure a stable connection.
It meets the needs of multiple device connections, avoids the hassle of wiring, provides additional storage space, and keeps the desktop tidy.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of bracket technology, and in particular to a laptop computer extension bracket. Background Technology
[0002] Laptops are trending towards thinner and lighter designs. To achieve this, the number of ports on the laptop itself is constantly decreasing, with many new products often retaining only 1 or 2 USB ports.
[0003] However, in daily use, user devices may have insufficient interfaces and limited storage space, which brings a lot of inconvenience to users. In addition, the need to connect multiple devices at the same time can easily lead to a cluttered desktop. Utility Model Content
[0004] The main purpose of this invention is to propose a laptop computer expansion stand, which integrates an expansion dock, a memory, and a laptop computer into a support shell, making it more convenient to use and carry. The expansion dock addresses the limitation of laptop computers having few ports, thus meeting the wiring needs of various external devices. The expansion dock provides more storage space for the laptop computer while expanding the ports, eliminating the need for users to carry other storage devices and avoiding the hassle of wiring.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a laptop computer extension stand for placing a laptop computer, the laptop computer extension stand comprising:
[0006] Support base;
[0007] A support housing is disposed on the support base. The support housing has a length direction and forms a placement groove with openings at both ends. The placement groove is used to place a laptop computer.
[0008] An expansion dock is mounted on one side wall of the placement slot and electrically connected to the laptop computer;
[0009] The memory is located within the docking station and is electrically connected to the laptop computer.
[0010] In one embodiment, the laptop computer extension bracket further includes a first guide rail, which is detachably mounted to the bottom wall of the placement slot, and the laptop computer is placed on the first guide rail.
[0011] In one embodiment, the first guide rail has a first receiving slot for placing the laptop computer on the side opposite to the bottom wall of the placement slot.
[0012] In one embodiment, the laptop computer extension bracket further includes a second guide rail, which is detachably mounted to the bottom wall of the placement slot or the first receiving slot, and the laptop computer is placed on the second guide rail.
[0013] In one embodiment, the second guide rail has a second receiving slot for placing the laptop computer on the side opposite to the bottom wall of the placement slot or the first receiving slot.
[0014] In one embodiment, the cross-sectional area of the first receiving tank is larger than the cross-sectional area of the second receiving tank.
[0015] In one embodiment, a silicone layer is provided in both the first receiving groove and the second receiving groove.
[0016] In one embodiment, the laptop computer extension bracket further includes multiple clamping protrusions, which are spaced apart along the length of the support housing on the two inner sidewalls of the placement groove to clamp the laptop computer in the placement groove.
[0017] In one embodiment, the clamping protrusion is made of a flexible material.
[0018] In one embodiment, a plurality of spaced-apart through openings are provided on one side of the support housing, and a plurality of spaced-apart first data interfaces are provided on the side of the expansion dock facing the placement slot, with each first data interface located in each of the through openings.
[0019] The technical solution of this utility model integrates the docking station, memory, and laptop into a supporting shell, making it more convenient to use and carry. The docking station solves the problem of the limited number of interfaces on the laptop itself, meeting the wiring needs of various external devices. The docking station is equipped with memory while expanding the interfaces, providing more storage space for the laptop. In this way, users do not need to carry other storage devices, avoiding the trouble of wiring. Attached Figure Description
[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0021] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the laptop computer extension bracket provided by this utility model from one perspective;
[0022] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of another embodiment of the laptop computer extension bracket provided by this utility model;
[0023] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a docking station according to an embodiment of the laptop computer expansion bracket provided by this utility model.
[0024] Explanation of icon numbers:
[0025] 100. Laptop expansion stand; 1. Support base; 2. Support shell; 21. Placement slot; 22. Opening; 23. Through-hole; 3. Expansion dock; 31. First connecting section; 311. Second data interface; 312. Data connector; 32. Second connecting section; 321. First data interface; 4. Memory; 5. First guide rail; 51. First receiving slot; 6. Second guide rail; 61. Second receiving slot; 7. Clamping protrusion.
[0026] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0028] It should be noted that if the embodiments of this utility model involve directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indicators are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicators will also change accordingly.
[0029] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this utility model involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.
[0030] This utility model proposes a laptop expansion stand, which integrates an expansion dock, a memory, and a laptop into a support shell, making it more convenient to use and carry. The expansion dock addresses the limitation of laptops having few ports, allowing for the connection needs of various external devices. While expanding the ports, the expansion dock also includes a memory, providing more storage space for the laptop. Thus, users do not need to carry other storage devices, avoiding the hassle of wiring.
[0031] Please see Figures 1 to 3 In one embodiment of this utility model, the laptop computer extension bracket 100 includes:
[0032] Support base 1;
[0033] A support housing 2 is disposed on the support base 1. The support housing 2 has a length direction and forms a placement groove 21 with openings 22 at both ends. The placement groove 21 is used to place a laptop computer.
[0034] The expansion dock 3 is installed on one side wall of the placement slot 21 and electrically connected to the laptop computer;
[0035] The memory 4 is located inside the docking station 3 and is electrically connected to the laptop computer.
[0036] In this embodiment, the laptop computer extension stand 100 includes a support base 1, a support housing 2, and an extension dock 3. The support housing 2 is mounted on the support base 1. It should be noted that the support housing 2 can be mounted on the support base 1 by welding or bonding. Alternatively, the support housing 2 and the support base 1 can be integrally formed, thus ensuring structural strength and stability. Furthermore, the support base 1 is plate-shaped, allowing it to be placed stably on a table or similar surface. Simultaneously, the support housing 2 has a length direction and forms a placement groove 21 with openings 22 at both ends. When the support base 1 is placed on a table, the laptop computer can be placed in the placement groove 21, thus stably placing the laptop computer on the table. Furthermore, it saves desktop space and effectively avoids desktop clutter. The docking station 3 is installed on one side wall of the placement slot 21. The laptop can be inserted into the placement slot 21 at the end away from the docking station 3 via the support housing 2, so that the laptop is electrically connected to the docking station 3. That is, through the docking station 3, the laptop can connect to various external devices, solving the problem of the limited number of interfaces on the laptop itself, and meeting the wiring needs of various external devices. While expanding the interfaces, it also effectively solves the problem of desktop clutter. Each time the user uses it, they only need to insert the entire computer into the support housing 2 to connect to the docking station 3. That is, it can realize the conversion (extension connection) of this device to other devices such as monitors, keyboards, mice, and printers.
[0037] Specifically, the placement slot 21 corresponds to the shape of the laptop. In this way, when the laptop is inserted into the placement slot 21 along the length of the support housing 2, it can effectively prevent the laptop from shifting, so as to ensure a smooth connection between the laptop and the docking station 3.
[0038] Furthermore, the laptop expansion bracket 100 also includes a memory 4, which is located inside the expansion dock 3 and electrically connected to the laptop. Since the hard drive size of the laptop is limited, the memory 4 provided in this embodiment can also provide additional storage space for the laptop and increase the hard drive capacity of the laptop. That is, the expansion dock 3 not only adds an external device interface to the laptop, but also improves the performance of the laptop. In addition, by setting the memory 4 in the expansion dock 3, the external storage capacity of the expansion dock 3 is increased, thereby realizing the external expansion of the laptop.
[0039] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2The laptop extension bracket 100 also includes a first guide rail 5, which is detachably mounted to the bottom wall of the placement slot 21. The laptop is placed on the first guide rail 5 to ensure that when the laptop is pushed along the length of the support housing 2, it can be smoothly inserted into the placement slot 21 and stably placed within the placement slot 21. It should be noted that the first guide rail 5 can be detachably mounted in the placement slot 21 using screws or clips.
[0040] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2 The first guide rail 5 has a first receiving groove 51 for placing the laptop on the side opposite to the bottom wall of the placement groove 21. In this way, while ensuring the smooth advancement of the laptop, the laptop can also be stably placed on the first guide rail 5 under the reception of the first receiving groove 51.
[0041] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2 The laptop expansion bracket 100 also includes a second guide rail 6, which is detachably mounted on the bottom wall of the placement slot 21 or the first receiving slot 51, and the laptop is placed on the second guide rail 6.
[0042] In this embodiment, to facilitate adaptation to laptops of different sizes, the laptop extension bracket 100 also includes a second guide rail 6. The second guide rail 6 is detachably mounted on the bottom wall of the placement slot 21 or the first receiving slot 51. When the laptop is placed on the second guide rail 6, the user can replace the first guide rail 5 and the second guide rail 6 according to the overall condition of the laptop, etc., to ensure that when the laptop is pushed along the length direction of the support shell 2, it can be smoothly inserted into the placement slot 21 and that the laptop can be stably placed in the placement slot 21. It should be noted that the second guide rail 6 can be detachably mounted in the placement slot 21 by means of screws or clips.
[0043] It should be noted that the first guide rail 5 and the second guide rail 6 are made of metal, thus ensuring structural strength and stability.
[0044] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2 The second guide rail 6 has a second receiving groove 61 for placing the laptop on the side opposite to the bottom wall of the placement groove 21 or the first receiving groove 51. In this way, while ensuring the smooth advancement of the laptop, the laptop can also be stably placed on the second guide rail 6 under the reception of the second receiving groove 61.
[0045] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2The cross-sectional area of the first receiving groove 51 is larger than that of the second receiving groove 61. Thus, the first guide rail 5 is adapted to larger laptops, while the second guide rail 6 is adapted to smaller laptops. Therefore, the user can choose the first guide rail 5 or the second guide rail 6 according to the size of the laptop to ensure that the laptop can be smoothly pushed into the placement groove 21.
[0046] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2 Both the first receiving groove 51 and the second receiving groove 61 are provided with silicone layers to protect the laptop from damage during the push-in process.
[0047] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The laptop expansion bracket 100 also includes clamping protrusions 7. Multiple clamping protrusions 7 are provided and are spaced apart along the length direction of the support housing 2 on the two inner sidewalls of the placement groove 21 to clamp the laptop in the placement groove 21, which can effectively prevent the laptop from shifting and ensure a smooth connection between the laptop and the expansion dock 3.
[0048] In this embodiment, to ensure the stability of the laptop placed on the support housing 2, the laptop expansion bracket 100 also includes clamping protrusions 7. Multiple clamping protrusions 7 are provided, and the multiple clamping protrusions 7 are spaced apart along the length direction of the support housing 2 on the two inner sidewalls of the placement groove 21. It should be noted that every two clamping protrusions 7 form a group. Thus, one clamping protrusion 7 is provided on one inner sidewall of the placement groove 21, and the other clamping protrusion 7 is provided on the other inner sidewall of the placement groove 21. That is, under the clamping action of multiple groups of clamping protrusions 7, the laptop can be stably placed in the placement groove 21, thereby ensuring a stable connection between the laptop and the expansion dock 3, and thus effectively ensuring that the two are not easily separated.
[0049] In one implementation, please refer to Figure 2 The clamping protrusion 7 is made of a flexible material, which can stably clamp the laptop on the placement slot 21 while avoiding damage to the laptop. It should be noted that the flexible material is preferably rubber or silicone, but other materials are also possible. This application does not limit the application.
[0050] In one implementation, please refer to Figures 1 to 3The supporting housing 2 has a plurality of spaced through openings 23 on one side, and the expansion dock 3 has a plurality of spaced first data interfaces 321 on the side facing the placement slot 21. Each first data interface 321 is located in each through opening 23, thus facilitating the connection of the expansion dock 3 with multiple external devices.
[0051] In this embodiment, in order to facilitate the connection between the docking station 3 and external devices, a plurality of spaced through openings 23 are provided on one side of the supporting housing 2. Similarly, a plurality of spaced first data interfaces 321 are provided on the side of the docking station 3 facing the placement slot 21. Each first data interface 321 is located in each through opening 23. In this way, it is convenient for the docking station 3 to be connected to multiple different data cables, thereby realizing the connection between the laptop and external devices through the docking station 3.
[0052] Specifically, the docking station 3 includes a first connecting segment 31 and a second connecting segment 32. The first connecting segment 31 is vertically connected to the second connecting segment 32 and is installed in the mounting slot. The memory 4 is installed on the first connecting segment 31. The first connecting segment 31 also has multiple spaced second data interfaces 311 on the side facing away from the second connecting segment 32. The second connecting segment 32 is installed on the bottom wall of the mounting slot, and the first guide rail 5 or the second guide rail 6 is installed on the side of the second connecting segment 32 facing away from the bottom wall of the mounting slot. Multiple spaced first data interfaces 321 are provided on the second connecting segment 32. It should be noted that the first data interface 321 is a USB interface, and the second data interfaces 311 include a Type-C interface, a Type-C charging interface, an audio interface, a network cable interface, etc. In this way, by setting different first data interfaces 321 and second data interfaces 311 on the first connecting segment 31 and the second connecting segment 32, multiple data interfaces can be distinguished to facilitate users to plug in different data cables. It should be noted that the expansion dock 3 is existing technology, and will not be described in detail here.
[0053] Furthermore, to ensure a stable connection between the laptop and the docking station 3, at least one data connector 312 is provided on the side of the first connection segment 31 facing the second connection segment 32, and the interface of the at least one data connector 312 corresponds to the interface position on the laptop. Thus, when the laptop is inserted into the placement slot 21 along the length direction of the support housing 2, the data connector 312 on the docking station 3 connects with the interface on the laptop, thereby realizing the connection between the two. It should be noted that the data connector 312 is a USB-C connector, and the interface on the laptop is a USB-C interface.
[0054] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the technical concept of the present utility model and the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A laptop computer extension stand for holding a laptop computer, characterized in that, The laptop computer expansion bracket includes: Support base; A support housing is disposed on the support base. The support housing has a length direction and forms a placement groove with openings at both ends. The placement groove is used to place a laptop computer. An expansion dock is mounted on one side wall of the placement slot and electrically connected to the laptop computer; The memory is located within the docking station and is electrically connected to the laptop computer.
2. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The laptop computer extension bracket also includes a first guide rail, which is detachably mounted on the bottom wall of the placement slot, and the laptop computer is placed on the first guide rail.
3. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first guide rail has a first receiving slot for placing the laptop computer on the side opposite to the bottom wall of the placement slot.
4. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The laptop computer extension bracket also includes a second guide rail, which is detachably mounted on the bottom wall of the placement slot or the first receiving slot, and the laptop computer is placed on the second guide rail.
5. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The second guide rail has a second receiving slot for placing the laptop computer on the side opposite to the bottom wall of the placement slot or the first receiving slot.
6. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The cross-sectional area of the first receiving tank is larger than that of the second receiving tank.
7. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 6, characterized in that, Both the first and second receiving grooves are provided with silicone layers.
8. The laptop computer extension stand as described in any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The laptop computer extension bracket also includes multiple clamping protrusions, which are spaced apart along the length of the support housing on the two inner sidewalls of the placement slot to clamp the laptop computer in the placement slot.
9. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The clamping protrusion is made of a flexible material.
10. The laptop computer extension stand as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The supporting housing has a plurality of spaced through openings on one side, and the expansion dock has a plurality of spaced first data interfaces on the side facing the placement slot, with each first data interface located in each of the through openings.