Smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit and smart hat

Abstract

The utility model relates to wearable equipment technical field, concretely relates to a kind of integrated speaker and vibration unit's intelligent hat elastic band structure and intelligent hat, the structure includes flexible function bearing layer, it includes flexible circuit board and at least one electronic function component on flexible circuit board, and electronic function component includes speaker and vibration unit;Buffer protection layer, buffer protection layer is coated in the outside of flexible function bearing layer, for carrying out physical buffer and protection to flexible function bearing layer;Wearing adaptation layer, wearing adaptation layer is coated in the outside of buffer protection layer.Such, by adding buffer protection layer between function bearing part and wearing contact part, on the basis of realizing the function of electronic function component in intelligent hat, the oppression feeling generated by internal hard electronic component to human body is also effectively absorbed and dispersed, and wearing adaptation layer of skin-friendly outer layer is used, the wearing experience of soft fit is realized, and wearing comfort is significantly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of wearable device technology, specifically to a smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and a vibration unit, and a smart hat. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of smart wearable technology, integrating electronic components, such as sensors, speakers, and vibrators, into everyday wearable items like clothing and hats has become a technological trend. Existing technologies include solutions that directly integrate flexible circuits and sensors into elastic fabrics. While this approach achieves a degree of integration between electronic functions and wearable devices, it still has significant drawbacks. First, electronic components, even those mounted on flexible circuit boards, still possess a certain degree of rigidity and shape. When these components are only attached to the body through a single layer of fabric, they can create continuous localized pressure during user activity, affecting wearing comfort. Second, this direct integration method lacks effective physical protection for the delicate internal electronic components, making them susceptible to damage from external pressure, impact, or friction. Furthermore, sweat can cause circuit aging or malfunction, reducing the overall reliability and lifespan of the product. Therefore, existing technological solutions struggle to simultaneously meet the multiple requirements of wearing comfort, component reliability, and structural concealment. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a smart hat elastic band structure and a smart hat that integrates a speaker and a vibration unit, in order to solve the technical problems in the prior art that directly integrate electronic functional components into wearable fabric, resulting in poor wearing comfort, insufficient physical protection of electronic components, and low reliability.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] In a first aspect, this application provides a smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit, comprising:

[0006] A flexible functional support layer, the flexible functional support layer including a flexible circuit board and at least one electronic functional component disposed on the flexible circuit board, the electronic functional component including a speaker and a vibration unit;

[0007] A buffer protective layer is provided, which covers the outside of the flexible functional load-bearing layer and is used to provide physical buffering and protection for the flexible functional load-bearing layer.

[0008] A wearable adapter layer that covers the outside of the buffer protective layer.

[0009] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this application, the vibration unit includes a linear motor.

[0010] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this application, the buffer protective layer is made of an elastic foamed tubular material;

[0011] Furthermore, the buffer protective layer is provided with a groove, which is used to accommodate the electronic functional components or external lines connected to the flexible circuit board.

[0012] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this application, the wearable adapter layer is made of breathable fabric.

[0013] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this application, the flexible functional bearing layer and the buffer protective layer are fixed to each other by pressure-sensitive adhesive or physical snap-fit ​​structure.

[0014] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this application, the wearable adapter layer incorporates the buffer protective layer as the core yarn within it using a seamless knitting process, forming an integrated structure.

[0015] Secondly, this application provides a smart hat, comprising:

[0016] The smart hat body and the aforementioned smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit, wherein the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit is disposed on the smart hat body.

[0017] Furthermore, in some embodiments of this application, the elastic band structure of the smart hat, which integrates a speaker and a vibration unit, is disposed on the lower edge of the brim or the inner headband of the smart hat body.

[0018] This utility model relates to the field of wearable device technology, specifically to a smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and a vibration unit, and a smart hat. The structure includes a flexible functional support layer, comprising a flexible circuit board and at least one electronic functional component disposed on the flexible circuit board, including a speaker and a vibration unit; a buffer protective layer, covering the outside of the flexible functional support layer for physical buffering and protection; and a wearable adaptation layer, covering the outside of the buffer protective layer. Thus, by adding a buffer protective layer between the functional support part and the wearable contact part, the function of the electronic functional components in the smart hat is realized, while effectively absorbing and dispersing the pressure exerted on the human body by the internal rigid electronic components. The skin-friendly outer wearable adaptation layer achieves a soft and comfortable wearing experience, significantly improving wearing comfort. Simultaneously, the buffer protective layer provides comprehensive physical protection for the internal flexible functional support layer, effectively resisting external pressure, impact, and friction, while the outermost wearable adaptation layer acts as an encapsulation layer, isolating it from sweat and dust, thereby greatly enhancing the reliability of the electronic components and extending their service life. Furthermore, the three-layer composite structure completely conceals all electronic components and circuits, achieving excellent appearance concealment. Moreover, the structure can be prefabricated into an integrated functional strip, requiring only simple steps to complete integration in the final product manufacturing process, simplifying the assembly process and improving production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram illustrating an application scenario of the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the elastic band structure of a smart hat integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit, provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this utility model, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other implementation methods obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0024] This embodiment provides a smart hat elastic band structure that integrates a speaker and a vibration unit, aiming to integrate electronic functional components into wearable products in a comfortable, reliable and discreet manner, and is particularly suitable for smart hat products.

[0025] Figure 1 For an application scenario diagram of the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit provided in this application embodiment, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 The figure is a schematic diagram of an application scenario of an elastic band structure for a smart hat that integrates a speaker and a vibration unit in one embodiment of this application. In this application scenario, the smart wearable product is specifically a smart hat, which includes a hat body. The elastic band structure for a smart hat that integrates a speaker and a vibration unit provided in this application can be set at the lower edge of the brim or the headband part inside the hat body.

[0026] Among them, the smart hat elastic band structure integrating speakers and vibration units integrates the functional electronic components required for smart hats inside and fixes them to the hat body by means of stitching, thereby achieving a seamless integration of electronic functions and everyday wearable products.

[0027] Figure 3 For a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit provided in the embodiments of this application, please refer to... Figure 2 The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit provided in this application is presented as a multi-layered composite, comprising, from the inside out: a flexible functional load-bearing layer 10, a cushioning and protective layer 20, and a wearable adaptation layer 30. These three layers are tightly combined by sequentially covering each other to form an integrated strip structure that integrates function, protection, and wearability.

[0028] Specifically, the flexible functional support layer 10 is the core of the entire structure, supporting various electronic components and providing them with electrical connections and physical support. The buffer protection layer 20 completely covers the flexible functional support layer 10, providing physical cushioning and structural protection for the fragile internal electronic components, absorbing and dispersing external pressure and impact, while preventing the internal rigid components from causing pressure on the user's body. The wearable adaptation layer 30, as the outermost layer, completely covers the buffer protection layer 20 and is the layer in direct contact with the user's skin. It aims to provide a skin-friendly, breathable, and comfortable wearing experience and encapsulates all internal functional structures to achieve good appearance concealment.

[0029] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit provided in the embodiments of this application is shown below. Figure 3 and Figure 2 As shown, the wearable adapter layer 30, the buffer protection layer 20, and the flexible functional support layer 10 are nested and enclosed.

[0030] Specifically, the flexible functional support layer 10 serves as the functional core and consists of a flexible circuit board 11 and multiple electronic functional components disposed thereon.

[0031] In practical applications, the flexible circuit board 11 serves as the substrate for electronic functional components and can be made using a flexible circuit board with polyimide film as the substrate. The advantages of polyimide material lie in its excellent high and low temperature resistance, electrical insulation properties, and superior mechanical flexibility, enabling it to withstand repeated bending and stretching during wear without breaking, thus ensuring circuit stability and reliability. In practical applications, the thickness of the flexible circuit board 11 can be precisely controlled at the millimeter level, thus balancing sufficient mechanical strength with excellent flexibility. Electrolytic copper foil circuitry can be formed on the surface of the circuit board through an etching process. These precisely laid-out circuits constitute the electrical pathways connecting various electronic functional components and communicating with external controllers. Understandably, to avoid damage caused by stress concentration during bending, the edges of the flexible circuit board 11 can be rounded with a radius of a predetermined length, such as 1 mm, and a reinforcing layer is applied to critical connection areas to further enhance its durability.

[0032] In this embodiment, the electronic functional components disposed on the flexible circuit board 11 are designed to achieve a sleep-aiding intervention function that combines sound and touch. Specifically, these electronic functional components include at least one such as two speakers 12 and at least one such as two vibration units such as linear motors 13, all of which are precisely soldered to predetermined positions on the flexible circuit board 11 using surface mount technology.

[0033] The speaker 12 can be two full-range dynamic miniature speakers to ensure that the volume and sound quality meet the needs of near-ear listening while keeping the size and power consumption at a low level. In terms of layout, the two speakers 12 are respectively set at both ends of the flexible circuit board 11. When the smart hat elastic band structure integrating the speakers and vibration unit is integrated into the hat body, its position can correspond exactly to the back of the user's ears, so that it can play sleep-aid music or white noise in stereo form without causing direct pressure on the auricle.

[0034] In addition, the electronic components include linear motors 13, which can be flat linear motors. Compared to traditional eccentric rotor motors, these linear motors provide more directional, faster-responding, and more delicate tactile feedback. In terms of layout, the two linear motors 13 can be positioned inside the two speakers 12, roughly corresponding to the temporal regions on both sides of the user's head when worn. By applying vibrations of specific frequency and intensity, a soothing massage can be applied to the temporal nerves, helping the user relax and fall asleep.

[0035] Based on this, a connecting wire 14 extends from one end of the flexible functional load-bearing layer 10. This connecting wire also has good flexibility and is used to pass through the reserved channel of the cap body to achieve electrical connection with the main controller and power module installed in other positions of the cap.

[0036] Accordingly, to provide protection for the flexible functional load-bearing layer 10, this embodiment also includes a buffer protective layer 20. In this application, the material of the buffer protective layer 20 can be made of an elastic foamed tubular material. In practical applications, foaming materials such as ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer can be selected to achieve the characteristics of being lightweight, having good elasticity, excellent buffering performance, low cost, and easy to process and mold.

[0037] Structurally, the buffer protective layer 20 is made into a hollow tubular structure. This hollow structure not only further reduces the overall weight but also provides a natural internal channel for accommodating the aforementioned flexible functional support layer 10. To better accommodate and secure the electronic functional components, circular grooves are pre-cut on the surface of the tubular body of the buffer protective layer 20 at positions precisely corresponding to the speaker 12 and the linear motor 13, using hot pressing or die-cutting processes. The depth of these grooves can be precisely calculated so that the outer surfaces of the speaker 12 and the linear motor 13 remain flush with the outer surface of the tubular body of the buffer protective layer 20 after insertion. This design greatly improves wearing comfort, eliminates localized pressure points caused by component protrusions, and allows for a smooth transition across the entire elastic band surface.

[0038] In some embodiments of this application, during assembly, the prepared flexible functional carrier layer 10 can be inserted into the hollow channel of the buffer protective layer 20. To prevent the functional carrier layer 10 from sliding or rotating inside the tube, the two can be fixed together by pressure-sensitive adhesive or a physical snap-fit ​​structure. Specifically, an acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesive layer can be coated on the back of the flexible circuit board 11. After the functional carrier layer 10 is placed inside the buffer protective layer 20, appropriate pressure is applied to firmly adhere it to the inner wall of the buffer protective layer 20. This fixing method is simple to operate and provides a reliable positioning effect.

[0039] The wearable adaptation layer 30, as the outermost layer, directly affects the user's final wearing experience. In this application, the wearable adaptation layer 30 is made of breathable fabric. For example, in practical applications, an elastic knitted fabric blended from 80% polyester fiber and 20% spandex can be used, giving it four-way high elasticity and easily adapting to different users' head circumferences. Polyester fiber ensures the fabric's durability and shape stability, while spandex provides excellent elastic recovery. The fabric itself also has good breathability and skin-friendliness, keeping the user dry and comfortable even after prolonged wear.

[0040] In terms of manufacturing process, the wearable adaptation layer incorporates the cushioning protective layer as its core yarn through seamless knitting, forming an integrated structure. In practical applications, the blended fabric can first be cut into strips of a predetermined width. Then, using an industrial flat sewing machine, the pre-assembled "flexible functional load-bearing layer and cushioning protective layer" composite is completely sewn and wrapped inside the fabric, ultimately forming a smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit. Furthermore, to facilitate subsequent integration with the hat body, the ends of the smart hat elastic band structure integrating the speaker and vibration unit can be pre-reserved with seamless seam areas of a predetermined length, providing operational leeway for the sewing process and ensuring a secure and aesthetically pleasing connection.

[0041] In summary, when a user wears the smart hat with its integrated speaker and vibration unit, the main controller can receive instructions from the user's mobile application based on a preset sleep aid program or via wireless connection (such as Bluetooth). The main controller sends control signals to the drive circuit on the flexible circuit board 11 via connecting wires. This sends digitally-to-analog converted audio signals to the speaker 12 to play soothing music or natural soundscapes; simultaneously, it sends pulse-width modulation signals with specific parameters to the linear motor 13 to drive it to generate soothing vibrations of specific frequency and intensity. The synergistic effect of sound and vibration creates a relaxing sleep environment.

[0042] The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit provided in this application has excellent overall elasticity, comfortably adapting to the wearer's head circumference and closely conforming to the head's contours when worn. Due to the presence of the cushioning protective layer 20, the user cannot feel the rigid outline of the internal electronic components, experiencing no foreign body sensation or pressure. All electronic components and circuitry are completely hidden within the three-layer structure, its appearance indistinguishable from a regular hat elastic band, achieving perfect structural concealment. More importantly, the dual protection of the cushioning protective layer 20 and the wearable adaptation layer 30 allows the internal flexible functional support layer 10 to effectively resist bending, squeezing, and minor impacts that may occur during daily use, while also effectively blocking the corrosion of sweat and dust, ensuring the long-term stable and reliable operation of the electronic functional components.

[0043] Based on the same inventive concept, this application also provides a smart hat, comprising a hat body (i.e., the hat body mentioned in the above embodiments) and a smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit, as mentioned in the above embodiments. The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit is disposed on the smart hat body. Specifically, the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and vibration unit is disposed on the lower edge of the brim or the inner headband portion of the smart hat body. Specific implementation schemes of the smart hat provided in this application can refer to the implementation schemes of the smart hat elastic band structure method integrating a speaker and vibration unit in any of the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0044] The specific implementation scheme of the smart hat provided in this application can be referred to the implementation scheme of the smart hat elastic band structure method integrating speaker and vibration unit in any of the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0045] It is understood that the same or similar parts in the above embodiments can be referred to each other, and the contents not described in detail in some embodiments can be referred to the same or similar contents in other embodiments.

[0046] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means at least two.

[0047] Any process or method described in the flowchart or otherwise herein can be understood as representing a module, segment, or portion of code comprising one or more executable instructions for implementing a particular logical function or process, and the scope of the preferred embodiments of the present invention includes additional implementations in which functions may be performed not in the order shown or discussed, including substantially simultaneously or in reverse order according to the functions involved, as should be understood by those skilled in the art to which embodiments of the present invention pertain.

[0048] It should be understood that the various parts of this utility model can be implemented using hardware, software, firmware, or a combination thereof. In the above embodiments, multiple steps or methods can be implemented using software or firmware stored in memory and executed by a suitable instruction execution system. For example, if implemented in hardware, as in another embodiment, it can be implemented using any one or a combination of the following techniques known in the art: discrete logic circuits having logic gates for implementing logical functions on data signals, application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs) having suitable combinational logic gates, programmable gate arrays (PGAs), field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs), etc.

[0049] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the steps of the methods in the above embodiments can be implemented by a program instructing related hardware. The program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, and when executed, the program includes one or a combination of the steps of the method embodiments.

[0050] Furthermore, the functional units in the various embodiments of this utility model can be integrated into a processing module, or each unit can exist physically separately, or two or more units can be integrated into a module. The integrated module can be implemented in hardware or as a software functional module. If the integrated module is implemented as a software functional module and sold or used as an independent product, it can also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium.

[0051] The storage media mentioned above can be read-only memory, disk, or optical disk, etc.

[0052] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. 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.

[0053] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit, characterized in that, include: A flexible functional support layer, the flexible functional support layer including a flexible circuit board and at least one electronic functional component disposed on the flexible circuit board, the electronic functional component including a speaker and a vibration unit; A buffer protective layer is provided, which covers the outside of the flexible functional load-bearing layer and is used to provide physical buffering and protection for the flexible functional load-bearing layer. A wearable adapter layer that covers the outside of the buffer protective layer.

2. The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vibration unit includes a linear motor.

3. The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer protective layer is made of elastic foamed tubular material; Furthermore, the buffer protective layer is provided with a groove, which is used to accommodate the electronic functional components or external lines connected to the flexible circuit board.

4. The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wearable adapter layer is made of breathable fabric.

5. The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flexible functional load-bearing layer and the buffer protective layer are fixed to each other by pressure-sensitive adhesive or physical snap-fit ​​structure.

6. The smart hat elastic band structure integrating a loudspeaker and a vibration unit according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wearable adapter layer incorporates the cushioning protective layer as its core yarn through a seamless knitting process, forming an integrated structure.

7. A smart hat, characterized in that, include: The smart hat body, and the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and a vibration unit as described in any one of claims 1-6, wherein the smart hat elastic band structure integrating a speaker and a vibration unit is disposed on the smart hat body.

8. The smart hat according to claim 7, characterized in that, The elastic band structure of the smart hat, which integrates a speaker and a vibration unit, is located at the lower edge of the brim or the inner headband of the main body of the smart hat.

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