A quick detachable mounting structure for a keyboard

Abstract

The utility model discloses a quick dismounting and mounting structure for keyboard, including a lower cover, set up in a upper cover of lower cover and set up between a keyboard module of lower cover and upper cover, still include at least one press type buckle assembly of setting between the lower cover and upper cover, press type buckle assembly includes set up in a male head of setting on the upper cover lower end surface and set up on the lower cover lateral wall upper end surface and with female seat of male head is matched, the utility model provides a quick dismounting and mounting structure for keyboard, and press type buckle is used between its upper cover and lower cover, and it only needs to press a buckle to realize the separation or close combination of upper cover and lower cover, whole structure is simple and easy to understand, and convenient to use, and effectively improves upper cover and lower cover installation and dismounting efficiency, guarantees the accuracy of upper cover and lower cover installation and dismounting, is favorable to people daily use, improves people's use experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of keyboard technology, and in particular to a quick-release and installation structure for keyboards. Background Technology

[0002] A keyboard is a device for inputting instructions and data to operate computer equipment. It also refers to a set of function keys systematically arranged to operate a machine or device, such as a typewriter or computer keyboard. A keyboard is also part of keyboard musical instruments, and can refer to musical instruments that use keyboards, such as pianos, digital pianos, or electronic keyboards. Keyboards are helpful for practicing typing. The keyboard is the most commonly used and primary input device. Through the keyboard, English letters, Chinese characters, numbers, punctuation marks, etc., can be input into the computer, thereby issuing commands and inputting data. There are also keyboards with various shortcut keys. Over time, independent products with various shortcut functions have gradually appeared on the market, sold separately with dedicated drivers and configuration software, allowing for personalized operation on compatible computers.

[0003] Most keyboards on the market today consist of a top cover, keys, a PCB board, and a bottom cover. In use, the user presses the keycaps, which actuate the switches and trigger the PCB board, allowing for input of commands and data. To improve the stability of the connection between the top and bottom covers, screws are typically used to secure them. However, this screw-based method makes quick-release between the top and bottom covers inconvenient, hindering future maintenance and installation / removal. Therefore, we need to propose a quick-release structure to solve these problems and facilitate easy installation and removal of the top and bottom covers. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned shortcomings, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a quick-release and installation structure for keyboards. The upper and lower covers are connected by a press-type latch, which allows for easy separation or tight assembly of the upper and lower covers with a single press. The entire structure is simple and straightforward, convenient to use, effectively improving the efficiency of installing and removing the upper and lower covers, ensuring the accuracy of installation and removal, facilitating daily use, and enhancing the user experience.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to achieve the above objectives is as follows:

[0006] A quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard includes a lower cover, an upper cover disposed on the lower cover, and a keyboard module disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover. It also includes at least one press-type latching assembly disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover. The press-type latching assembly includes a male connector disposed on the lower end face of the upper cover and a female connector disposed on the upper end face of the side wall of the lower cover and matching the male connector. Pressing the upper cover causes the male connector to be inserted into the female connector and applies pressure to the female connector. The female connector, under pressure, locks the male connector, thus fixing the upper cover to the lower cover. Pressing the upper cover again causes the male connector to apply pressure to the female connector again, and the female connector, under pressure, releases the male connector from its own body, thereby allowing the upper cover to be freely detached from the lower cover.

[0007] As a further improvement of this utility model, at least one male mounting groove is formed on the lower end surface of one side of the upper cover, which is recessed upward and allows the male head to be inserted.

[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model, at least one female mounting groove is formed on the upper surface of one side of the lower cover, which is recessed downward and allows the lower end of the female seat to be inserted.

[0009] As a further improvement of this utility model, the press-type buckle assembly also includes female limiting plates respectively disposed on both sides of the female seat and clamping the female seat, and a female limiting mounting groove is also formed on the upper end surface of the lower cover, located on both sides of the female mounting groove and for the female limiting plate to be inserted.

[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model, the female seat is T-shaped in general. On both sides of the longitudinal structure of the female seat, a female mounting limiting block is formed that protrudes outward. On the side of the female limiting block facing the female seat, a female fixing block is formed that is embedded between the female mounting limiting block and the transverse structure of the female seat.

[0011] As a further improvement of this utility model, the upper end of the female fixing block facing the female seat has a first inclined guide surface that extends inclinedly downward from the outer upper side toward the female limiting mounting groove.

[0012] As a further improvement of this utility model, a second inclined guide surface is formed on the upper end surface of the female limiting plate facing the female seat, extending inclinedly downward from the outer upper side towards the female limiting mounting groove.

[0013] As a further improvement of this utility model, the height of the highest point of the female seat inside the lower cover is lower than the height of the highest point of the side of the lower cover.

[0014] As a further improvement of this utility model, it also includes at least one second limiting component disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover. The second limiting component includes a second locking block formed on the lower end surface of one side of the upper cover and having an overall “∟” shape, and a second locking groove formed on the inner wall of one side of the lower cover for the second locking block to be inserted.

[0015] As a further improvement of this utility model, it also includes at least one third limiting component disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover and corresponding to the four corners of the lower cover and the upper cover. The third limiting component includes a third limiting block disposed on the lower end surface of the upper cover and a third limiting groove disposed on the upper end surface of the lower cover.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0017] This quick-release and installation structure comprises a lower cover, an upper cover mounted on the lower cover, and a keyboard module disposed between the lower and upper covers. Its key feature is that it further includes at least one press-type latching assembly disposed between the lower and upper covers. The press-type latching assembly includes a male connector disposed on the lower end face of the upper cover and a female connector disposed on the upper end face of the side wall of the lower cover and matching the male connector. When the lower and upper covers need to be installed on the keyboard module, the user simply presses down on the upper cover. The upper cover causes the male connector to be inserted into the female connector, and a pressing force is applied to the female connector. The female connector, under this pressing force, locks the male connector, thereby fixing the upper cover to the lower cover. When it is necessary to remove the top cover and / or bottom cover from the keyboard module, simply press the top cover again. The top cover will cause the male connector on it to press down, applying pressure to the female connector again. The female connector, under pressure, will release the male connector from its own body, allowing the top cover to be freely removed from the bottom cover. At this point, the keyboard module, the top cover, and the bottom cover can be replaced individually. The whole process is quick and convenient. Using a press-type snap-fit ​​structure, the top cover and bottom cover can be separated or tightly assembled with just one press. The entire structure is simple and clear, easy to use, and effectively improves the efficiency of installing and removing the top cover and bottom cover, while ensuring the accuracy of installation and removal.

[0018] The above is an overview of the utility model's technical solution. The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, will further illustrate the utility model. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall design of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the back of the top cover;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the back of the top cover from another angle;

[0023] Figure 5 This is an exploded view of the back of the top cover;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the entire lower cover;

[0025] Figure 7 This is an overall schematic diagram of the lower cover from another angle;

[0026] Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the lower cover;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a structural diagram of a push-button buckle assembly;

[0028] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of the male and female connectors;

[0029] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mother limiting plate;

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Lower cover; 11. Female mounting slot; 12. Female limiting mounting slot; 2. Upper cover; 21. Male mounting slot; 3. Keyboard module; 4. Press-type buckle assembly; 41. Male head; 42. Female seat; 421. Female mounting limiting block; 43. Female limiting plate; 431. Female fixing block; 4311. First inclined guide surface; 432. Second inclined guide surface; 5. Second limiting group; 51. Second locking block; 52. Second locking groove; 6. Third limiting assembly; 61. Third limiting block; 62. Third limiting groove. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To further illustrate the technical means and effects adopted by this utility model to achieve its intended purpose, the specific implementation methods of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments.

[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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 utility model.

[0033] 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 technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0034] 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 or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0035] Please refer to Figures 1 to 11 This utility model embodiment provides a quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard, including a lower cover 1, an upper cover 2 disposed on the lower cover 1, and a keyboard module 3 disposed between the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2. It also includes at least one press-type buckle assembly 4 disposed between the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2. The press-type buckle assembly 4 includes a male connector 41 disposed on the lower end surface of the upper cover 2, and a female connector 42 disposed on the upper end surface of the side wall of the lower cover 1 and matching the male connector 41.

[0036] When it is necessary to install the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2 on the keyboard module 3, people only need to press the upper cover 2. The upper cover 2 will drive the male head 41 set on it to be inserted into the female seat 42, and apply the pressing force to the female seat 42. The female seat 42 will lock the male head 41 under the pressing force, thereby fixing the upper cover 2 to the lower cover 1. When it is necessary to remove the upper cover 2 and / or the lower cover 1 from the keyboard module 3, simply press the upper cover 2 again. The upper cover 2 will cause the male connector 41 on it to press down and apply pressure to the female connector 42 again. The female connector 42 will release the male connector 41 from itself under the pressure, so that the upper cover 2 can be freely removed from the lower cover 1. At this time, the keyboard module 3, the upper cover 2, and the lower cover 1 can be replaced individually. The whole process is quick and convenient. The structure of the press-type buckle can separate or tightly connect the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1 by simply pressing the buckle. The whole structure is simple and clear, easy to use, and effectively improves the efficiency of the installation and removal of the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1, and ensures the accuracy of the installation and removal of the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1.

[0037] Regarding the specific structural design of the male connector 41 and female connector 42, the entire press-type buckle is existing technology, meaning both the male connector 41 and female connector 42 are existing technologies. In related fields, they are also known as press-type elastic self-locking mechanisms, beetle bouncers, press-lock buckles, etc. They have self-locking and spring-opening functions, making them more user-friendly. The male connector 41 includes a straight plate and a head that protrudes outward from the straight plate. The female connector 42 includes a housing, a buckle on the housing, a pull rod and a spring inside the housing. The housing has a guide groove. During self-locking, pressing the male connector 41 indirectly applies force to the buckle, causing it to move downwards and left and right. Simultaneously, this moves the pull rod along the guide groove, where it engages with a locking pin. At this time, the buckle is pressed down, and its claws on both sides clamp the head of the male connector 41 under the limiting position on both sides of the housing, achieving self-locking. When the pop-out mechanism is activated, pressing the male connector 41 again causes the latch to move downwards, simultaneously moving the pull rod within the guide groove. The pull rod begins to leave the guide groove. Upon release, the pull rod returns to its starting point along the inner edge of the housing. The latch, under the elastic force of the spring, moves upwards, disengaging from the housing's limiting effect. The claws on both sides of the latch open outwards, thus releasing the male connector 41 and completing the pop-out and unlocking process. The operating path and related principles of the pull rod within the guide groove are existing technologies and will not be described in detail in this embodiment.

[0038] Regarding the specific manner in which the male head 41 is disposed on the upper cover 2, as follows: Figures 3 to 5 As shown, at least one male mounting groove 21 is formed on the lower end surface of one side of the upper cover 2, which is recessed upward and allows the male head 41 to be inserted. The male head 41 is inserted into the male mounting groove 21. The two sides of the straight plate of the male head 41 can be fixed to the male mounting groove 21 by screws, thereby achieving stable installation of the male head 41. The screw installation method also facilitates production and disassembly for individual maintenance and replacement, which is more conducive to production, use and maintenance.

[0039] Regarding the specific manner in which the female seat 42 is disposed on the lower cover 1, as follows: Figures 6 to 8 As shown, at least one female mounting groove 11 is formed on the upper surface of one side of the lower cover 1, which is recessed downward and allows the lower end of the female seat 42 to be inserted. The lower end of the female seat 42 is inserted into the female mounting groove 11 to limit the position of the female seat 42.

[0040] To ensure a more secure installation of the female connector 42, such as Figures 6 to 9As shown, the press-type buckle assembly 4 also includes female limiting plates 43 respectively disposed on both sides of the female seat 42 and clamping the female seat 42. The upper surface of the lower cover 1 also has a female limiting mounting groove 12 located on both sides of the female mounting groove 11 for the female limiting plates 43 to be inserted. The two sets of female limiting plates 43 are correspondingly embedded in the female seat 42 and limit and clamp the female seat 42, and are fixed to the female limiting mounting groove 12 by screws, thereby realizing the stable installation of the female seat 42. The use of female limiting plates 43 for limiting and the use of screws to install the female limiting plates 43 also facilitates production and disassembly for individual maintenance and replacement, which is more conducive to production, use and maintenance.

[0041] The specific method by which the female limiting block fixes the female seat 42 is as follows: Figures 9 to 11 As shown, the female seat 42 has an overall T-shaped structure. On both sides of the longitudinal structure of the female seat 42, there are outwardly protruding female mounting limiting blocks 421. On the side of the female limiting block facing the female seat 42, there is a female fixing block 431 that is embedded between the female mounting limiting block 421 and the transverse structure of the female seat 42. By embedding the female fixing block 431 between the female mounting limiting block 421 and the transverse structure of the female seat 42, after the female limiting plate 43 is fixed by screws, the female seat 42 embedded by the female fixing block 431 is also firmly fixed on the female mounting groove 11 and between the two sets of female limiting plates 43, so that the female seat 42 can not move. This achieves stable installation of the female seat 42, effectively preventing the female seat 42 from shifting when pressed, and ensuring the accuracy of the installation and removal of the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1.

[0042] To make it easier for the female fixing block 431 to be embedded between the female mounting limiting block 421 and the transverse structure of the female seat 42, such as Figure 9 and Figure 11 As shown, the upper end of the female fixing block 431 facing the female seat 42 has a first inclined guide surface 4311 that extends inclinedly downward from the outer upper side towards the female limiting mounting groove 12. When the female fixing block 431 is embedded between the female mounting limiting block 421 and the transverse structure of the female seat 42, the first inclined guide surface 4311 on it first contacts the lower wall of the transverse structure of the female seat 42. Under the inclined guiding action of the first inclined guide surface 4311, the female fixing block 431 is more easily and accurately placed between the female mounting limiting block 421 and the transverse structure of the female seat 42, improving the efficiency and accuracy of fixing the female seat 42 and facilitating production.

[0043] To make it easier for the female connector 42 to be inserted between the two sets of female limiting plates 43, such as Figure 9 and Figure 11As shown, a second inclined guide surface 432 is formed on the upper end surface of the female limiting plate 43 facing the female seat 42, extending inclinedly downward from the outer upper direction towards the female limiting mounting groove 12. When the female seat 42 is relatively placed between the two sets of female limiting plates 43, the lower end surface of its transverse structure first contacts the second inclined guide surface 432. Under the inclined guiding action of the second inclined guide surface 432, the female seat 42 is placed more easily and accurately into the two sets of female limiting plates 43, improving the efficiency and accuracy of fixing the female seat 42 and facilitating production.

[0044] Preferred, such as Figure 11 As shown, the two sets of female limiting plates 43 are connected as a whole, and the middle connecting part is also provided with a second inclined guide surface 432, which makes it easier for the female seat 42 to be limited by the two sets of female limiting plates 43 connected together, ensuring that the two sets of female limiting plates 43 fix the female seat 42 at the same time, thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of fixing.

[0045] Preferred, such as Figures 6 to 7 As shown, the height of the highest point of the female seat 42 inside the lower cover 1 is lower than the height of the highest point of the side of the lower cover 1, and the height of the highest point of the female limiting plate 43 is lower than the height of the highest point of the side of the lower cover 1. This makes the entire female seat 42 and female limiting plate 43 concealed in the lower cover 1, thereby effectively preventing the protruding structure from being broken by external objects during use, ensuring the service life of this quick disassembly and installation structure, and making the lower cover 1 and other parts of this quick disassembly and installation structure more aesthetically pleasing, thus improving the user experience.

[0046] Preferred, such as Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the straight plate in the male connector 41 is embedded in the lower end face of the upper cover 2, with only the head protruding outwards. Thus, when the male connector 41 is locked onto the female connector 42, the male connector 41 and the female connector 42 are completely concealed within the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1. The installation of the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1 is tightly fastened, reducing the impact of external objects on the snap-fit ​​assembly when pressed, ensuring the normal operation of this quick-release and installation structure, and also ensuring the aesthetics of the entire keyboard and improving the user experience.

[0047] Preferred, such as Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the press-type buckle assembly 4 is located on the upper side of the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2. The upper side of the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2 is less likely to be touched during use, thereby effectively reducing the chance of accidentally touching this quick-disassembly and installation structure during use, improving the practicality of this quick-disassembly and installation structure, and enhancing the user experience.

[0048] To make this quick-release and installation structure more stable during use, such as Figures 3 to 7As shown, this quick-release installation structure also includes at least one second limiting group 5 pieces disposed between the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2. The second limiting group 5 pieces includes a second locking block 51 formed on the lower end surface of one side of the upper cover 2 and in the shape of an "∟", and a second locking groove 52 formed on the inner wall of one side of the lower cover 1 for the second locking block 51 to be inserted. Preferably, the second limiting group 5 pieces are disposed on the lower side of the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2. When the upper cover 2 needs to be installed on the lower cover 1, the second locking block 51 needs to be tilted and placed into the second locking groove 52 first, and then the male head 41 is locked into the female head 42. By symmetrically arranging the second limiting group 5 pieces and the press-type buckle assembly 4, the two cooperate with each other to stably lock the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1, ensuring the accuracy of the installation and removal of the upper cover 2 and the lower cover 1. The installation structure of the second limiting group 5 pieces is simple and convenient to use, effectively achieving the purpose of quick installation and quick removal.

[0049] To ensure greater precision in the use of this quick-release and installation structure, such as Figures 2 to 8 As shown, this quick-release and installation structure also includes at least one third limiting component 6 disposed between the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2 and corresponding to the four corners of the lower cover 1 and the upper cover 2. The third limiting component 6 includes a third limiting block 61 disposed on the lower end face of the upper cover 2 and a third limiting groove 62 disposed on the upper end face of the lower cover 1. The third limiting block 61 is fixed to the lower end face of the upper cover 2 with screws. The screw installation method facilitates production and disassembly for individual maintenance and replacement, which is more conducive to production, use and maintenance. The third limiting block 61 is placed into the third limiting groove 62, and the number of the third limiting blocks 61 is four sets, which are respectively set at the four corners of the lower end face of the upper cover 2. The number of the third limiting grooves 62 is four sets, which are respectively set at the four corners of the upper end face of the lower cover 1. The structure of the three limiting components 6 at the four corners makes the third limiting component 6 more secure and precise when the upper cover 2 is installed on the lower cover 1. The upper cover 2 cannot be moved from the lower cover 1, which ensures the stability of the locking of this quick disassembly and installation structure and effectively improves the user experience.

[0050] It should be noted that the quick-release and installation structure for keyboards disclosed in this utility model is an improvement on a specific structure, but the specific control method is not an innovation of this utility model. The keyboard module, male connector, female connector, and other components involved in this utility model can be general standard parts or components known to those skilled in the art. Their structure, principle, and control method are all known to those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0051] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not constitute any limitation on the technical scope of the present utility model. Therefore, other structures obtained by using the same or similar technical features as the above embodiments of the present utility model are all within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A quick-release mounting structure for a keyboard, comprising a lower cover, an upper cover disposed on the lower cover, and a keyboard module disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover, characterized in that: It also includes at least one press-type latch assembly disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover. The press-type latch assembly includes a male head disposed on the lower end face of the upper cover and a female head disposed on the upper end face of the side wall of the lower cover and matching the male head. Pressing the upper cover causes the male head to be inserted into the female head and applies pressure to the female head. The female head is pressed and locks the male head, thereby fixing the upper cover to the lower cover. Pressing the upper cover again causes the male head to apply pressure to the female head again. The female head is pressed and releases the male head from itself, thereby allowing the upper cover to be freely detached from the lower cover.

2. The quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one male mounting groove is formed on the lower end surface of one side of the top cover, which is recessed upward and allows the male head to be inserted.

3. The quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: At least one female mounting groove is formed on the upper surface of one side of the lower cover, which is recessed downward for the lower end of the female seat to be inserted.

4. The quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard according to claim 3, characterized in that: The press-type buckle assembly also includes female limiting plates respectively disposed on both sides of the female seat and clamping the female seat, and a female limiting mounting groove is formed on the upper surface of the lower cover, located on both sides of the female mounting groove and for the female limiting plate to be inserted.

5. The quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard according to claim 4, characterized in that: The female base has an overall T-shaped structure. On both sides of the longitudinal structure of the female base, there are outwardly protruding female mounting limiting blocks. On the side of the female limiting block facing the female base, there is a female fixing block that is embedded between the female mounting limiting block and the transverse structure of the female base.

6. The quick-release mounting structure for a keyboard according to claim 5, characterized in that: The upper end of the female fixing block facing the female seat has a first inclined guide surface that extends inward and downward from the outer upper side toward the direction of the female limiting mounting groove.

7. The quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard according to claim 4, characterized in that: A second inclined guide surface is formed on the upper surface of the side of the female limiting plate facing the female seat, extending inclinedly downward from the outer upper direction toward the female limiting mounting groove.

8. The quick-release mounting structure for a keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: The height of the highest point of the female seat inside the lower cover is lower than the height of the highest point of the side of the lower cover.

9. The quick-release and installation structure for a keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes at least one second limiting component disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover. The second limiting component includes a second locking block formed on the lower end surface of one side of the upper cover and having an overall "∟" shape, and a second locking groove formed on the inner wall of one side of the lower cover for the second locking block to be inserted.

10. The quick-release mounting structure for a keyboard according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes at least one third limiting component disposed between the lower cover and the upper cover and corresponding to the four corners of the lower cover and the upper cover. The third limiting component includes a third limiting block disposed on the lower end surface of the upper cover and a third limiting groove disposed on the upper end surface of the lower cover.

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