Controller lock and mobility scooter

Abstract

This utility model relates to a faucet lock and a mobility scooter. The faucet lock includes: a housing, a first locking mechanism, and a first position sensor. The housing has a receiving cavity. The first locking mechanism includes a first sliding member and a latch. The first sliding member is connected to the latch and is movable along a first direction to move the latch between a locked position and an unlocked position. The first sliding member has a first inclined surface. The first position sensor is disposed in the receiving cavity and has a first button portion. The first button portion is movable along a third direction, and the first direction is orthogonal to the third direction. When the latch moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first inclined surface can drive the first button portion to move along the third direction to trigger the first position sensor. The faucet lock of this utility model can reduce the risk of position sensor damage or malfunction and helps to ensure the reliability of position sensor signal triggering.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Steering wheel locks are commonly used on electric bikes, motorcycles, and other mobility scooters. They lock the steering wheel of the scooter when parked. The lock is electrically connected to the scooter's central locking system, which controls the locking and unlocking actions. Upon unlocking, the lock sends an unlock feedback signal to the central locking system. Receiving this signal, the system sends a signal to the scooter's power unit, allowing it to operate normally and thus enabling riding. However, in some technologies, the steering wheel lock's position sensor is prone to damage and malfunction due to prolonged impacts on the sliding parts, reducing its stability during use. 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 faucet lock, which can reduce the risk of position sensor damage or malfunction and help ensure the reliability of position sensor signal triggering.

[0005] An embodiment of this utility model also proposes a mobility scooter.

[0006] The faucet lock of this utility model includes: a housing with a receiving cavity inside; a first locking mechanism including a first sliding member and a latch, the first sliding member being connected to the latch and movable along a first direction to drive the latch to move between a locked position and an unlocked position, the first sliding member having a first inclined surface; and a first position sensor disposed in the receiving cavity, the first position sensor having a first button portion movable along a third direction, the first direction being orthogonal to the third direction; when the latch moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first inclined surface can drive the first button portion to move along the third direction to trigger the first position sensor.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in the throttle lock, the first sliding member can drive the bolt to move from the locked position to the unlocked position along a first direction. When the bolt moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first inclined surface can drive the first button portion to move along a third direction to trigger the first position sensor. Under the guidance of the first inclined surface, the impact force of the first sliding member on the first button portion is relatively small, thereby extending the service life of the first position sensor and reducing the risk of damage to the first position sensor. Furthermore, within a certain range as the bolt slides towards the unlocked position, the first sliding member can continuously trigger the first position sensor under the action of the first inclined surface, ensuring the reliability of the first position sensor triggering and providing reliable protection for the normal and safe riding of the scooter. Therefore, the throttle lock of this embodiment can reduce the risk of damage or malfunction of the first position sensor and is beneficial to ensuring the reliability of the first position sensor signal triggering.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first slider further has a first plane parallel to the first direction. In the locked position, the first plane is disposed on the side of the first inclined surface away from the first position sensor. In the unlocked position, the first button portion abuts against the first plane.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first slider includes a first main body slider and a first trigger portion connected together, the locking tongue is connected to the first main body slider, the first inclined surface is disposed on the first trigger portion, the first trigger portion and the first position sensor are disposed on the same side of the first main body slider along a second direction, and in the locked position, the first trigger portion and the first position sensor are spaced apart along the first direction, and the first direction, the second direction and the third direction are orthogonal to each other.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first locking mechanism includes a driving device disposed within the receiving cavity. The driving device includes a drive motor and a transmission assembly, and the drive motor drives the first sliding member to slide along the first direction via the transmission assembly.

[0011] 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 receiving cavity. One end of the traction member extends into the receiving cavity and is connected to the second sliding member. The first sliding member cooperates with the second sliding member. The traction member can drive the second sliding member to move along the first direction, so as to drive the first sliding member to move synchronously.

[0012] In some embodiments, the faucet lock further includes a second position sensor, the second position sensor having a second button portion that is movable along the third direction, and a second slider having a second inclined surface. When the bolt moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the second inclined surface can drive the second button portion to move along the third direction to trigger the second position sensor.

[0013] In some embodiments, the second slider further has a second plane parallel to the first direction. In the locked position, the second plane is located on the side of the second inclined surface away from the second position sensor. In the unlocked position, the second button portion abuts against the second plane.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first inclined plane and the second inclined plane are arranged side by side along the second direction, the first position sensor and the second position sensor are arranged side by side along the second direction, and the first direction, the second direction and the third direction are orthogonal to each other.

[0015] In some embodiments, the faucet lock further includes a second position sensor, the second position sensor having a second button portion that is movable along the first direction, the second slider having a second vertical surface that is orthogonal to the first direction, and the second vertical surface being able to press the second button portion along the first direction to trigger the second position sensor.

[0016] In some embodiments, the housing includes a drive box, a cover plate, and an ear seat. The cover plate is arranged along the third direction on one side of the drive box, and the drive box and the cover plate form the receiving cavity. The ear seat is connected to the drive box, and the ear seat is provided with mating holes for connecting to the vehicle frame.

[0017] Another embodiment of the mobility scooter of the present invention includes the steering lock described in any one of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0018] In another embodiment of this utility model, the first sliding member of the handlebar lock can drive the bolt from the locked position to the unlocked position along a first direction. When the bolt moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first inclined surface can drive the first button portion to move along a third direction to trigger the first position sensor. Under the guidance of the first inclined surface, the impact force of the first sliding member on the first button portion is small, thereby extending the service life of the first position sensor and reducing the risk of damage. Furthermore, within a certain range as the bolt slides towards the unlocked position, the first sliding member can continuously trigger the first position sensor under the action of the first inclined surface, thus ensuring the reliability of the first position sensor's triggering and providing a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the scooter.

[0019] Therefore, the steering lock of the mobility scooter in the embodiment of this utility model can reduce the risk of damage or malfunction of the position sensor and help ensure the reliability of the position sensor signal triggering. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 2 This is a top view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock after the cover plate has been removed, according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the cover plate of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 6 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.

[0026] Figure 7 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.

[0027] Figure 8 This is a perspective view of the first locking mechanism of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0028] Figure 9 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.

[0029] Figure 10 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.

[0030] Figure 11 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.

[0031] Figure 12 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.

[0032] Figure 13 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.

[0033] Figure 14This 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.

[0034] Figure 15 This is an exploded view of the first and second sliding members of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 16 This is a perspective view of the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor assembled in another embodiment of the faucet lock of this utility model.

[0036] Figure 17 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.

[0037] Figure 18 This is a perspective view of the assembled drive box and electronic control device of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0038] Figure 19 This is an exploded view of the faucet lock's drive box and electronic control device assembled according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0039] Figure 20 This is an exploded view from another perspective of the assembled drive box and electronic control device of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0040] Figure 21 This is an exploded view of the electrical control device of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[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; 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. 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 21 This invention describes a faucet lock and a mobility scooter according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0049] like Figure 1 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the faucet lock of this utility model embodiment includes: a housing 1, a first locking mechanism 2, and a first position sensor 411. The housing 1 has a receiving cavity 13. The first locking mechanism 2 includes a first sliding member 22 and a locking tongue 23. The first sliding member 22 is connected to the locking tongue 23. The first sliding member 22 moves along a first direction (e.g., ...). Figure 7 The first sliding member 22 is movable in the front-back direction to drive the locking tongue 23 to move between the locked position and the unlocked position. The first sliding member 22 has a first inclined surface 221. The first position sensor 411 is disposed in the receiving cavity 13. The first position sensor 411 has a first button part 4111, which is movable in a third direction. The first direction is orthogonal to the third direction.

[0050] 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 in a third direction to trigger the first position sensor 411.

[0051] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in the throttle lock, the first sliding member 22 can drive the locking tongue 23 to move from the locked position to the unlocked position along a first direction. When the locking tongue 23 moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the first inclined surface 221 can drive the first button portion 4111 to move along a third direction to trigger the first position sensor 411. Under the guidance of the first inclined surface 221, the impact force of the first sliding member 22 on the first button portion 4111 is small, thereby extending the service life of the first position sensor 411 and reducing the risk of damage to the first position sensor 411. In addition, within a certain range during the sliding of the locking tongue 23 towards the unlocked position, the first sliding member 22 can continuously trigger the first position sensor 411 under the action of the first inclined surface 221, thereby ensuring the reliability of the triggering of the first position sensor 411 and providing reliable protection for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0052] Therefore, the faucet lock of the present invention can reduce the risk of damage or malfunction of the first position sensor 411, which is beneficial to ensuring the reliability of the signal triggering of the first position sensor 411.

[0053] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 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.

[0054] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, 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.

[0055] 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.

[0056] Optionally, such as Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 10 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.

[0057] 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.

[0058] like Figure 10 As shown, the first inclined surface 221 gradually extends 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.

[0059] Optionally, such as Figure 8 , Figure 11 and Figure 10 As shown, the first slider 22 includes a first main body slider 223 and a first trigger part 224 connected together. The locking tongue 23 is connected to the first main body slider 223. A first inclined surface 221 is provided on the first trigger part 224. The first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are along a second direction (e.g., Figure 11The first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are located on the same side of the first main body slider 223 in the left and right directions. In the locked position, the first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are spaced apart along the first direction. The first direction, the second direction and the third direction are orthogonal to each other.

[0060] It is 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 slider 32, and the first trigger part 224 and the first position sensor 411 are generally located between the second slider 32 and the first main body slider 223. By adopting the above-described structure for the first slider 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 to improving space utilization.

[0061] For example, the first position sensor 411 is a micro switch.

[0062] Optionally, such as Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, the first locking mechanism 2 includes a drive device 21, which is disposed within the receiving cavity 13. The drive device 21 includes a drive motor 211 and a transmission assembly. The drive motor 211 drives the first sliding member 22 to slide along a first direction via the transmission assembly. The drive device 21 drives the first sliding member 22 to move via the transmission assembly, so that the first sliding member 22 moves the locking tongue 23 to the unlocked position. When the locking tongue 23 moves to the unlocked position, the first sliding member 22 can trigger the first position sensor 411, so that the faucet lock sends an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device.

[0063] like Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, the transmission assembly includes 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.

[0064] Optionally, such as Figures 3 to 6 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 receiving cavity 13. One end of the traction member 31 extends into the receiving cavity 13 and is connected to the second sliding member 32. The first sliding member 22 cooperates with the second sliding member 32. The traction member 31 can drive the second sliding member 32 to move along the first direction, so as to drive the first sliding member 22 to move synchronously.

[0065] Understandably, the locking bolt 23 can 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 locking bolt 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 locking bolt 23 to the unlocked position. When the locking bolt 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 steering lock to send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device. In other words, both unlocking methods can drive the locking bolt 23 to reciprocate between the locked and unlocked positions, ensuring that the locking bolt 23 can unlock smoothly and trigger the position sensor 41, thus ensuring the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely, and reliably.

[0066] In some embodiments, such as Figure 17 As shown, there is only one position sensor 41, meaning the faucet lock only includes a first position sensor 411. The first position sensor 411 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 first position sensor 411. In other words, 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 manufacturing cost of the faucet lock in this embodiment of the present invention can be reduced.

[0067] In other embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 6 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 second position sensor 412 corresponds to the second slider 32. When the driving device 21 drives the bolt 23 to move to the unlocked position, the first slider 22 can trigger the first position sensor 411. When the traction member 31 drives the bolt 23 to move to the unlocked position, the second slider 32 can trigger the second position sensor 412.

[0068] 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.

[0069] 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.

[0070] Optionally, such as Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the second position sensor 412 has a second button portion 4121, which is movable in a third direction. The second slider 32 has a second inclined surface 324. When the locking tongue 23 moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the second inclined surface 324 can drive the second button portion 4121 to move in a third direction to trigger the second position sensor 412.

[0071] 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.

[0072] 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.

[0073] Optionally, such as Figure 14 and Figure 15As 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 portion 4121 abuts against the second plane 325. 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. When the second slider 32 continues to move backward, the second plane 325 can contact the second button portion 4121, thereby ensuring that the second position sensor 412 is always in a triggered (pressed) state. 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 plane 325, thereby ensuring the reliability of the triggering of the second position sensor 412 and providing reliable protection for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0074] 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.

[0075] like Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, the first inclined surface 221 and the second inclined surface 324 are arranged side by side along the second direction, and the first position sensor 411 and the second position sensor 412 are also 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.

[0076] In another example, such as Figure 16 As shown, the faucet lock also includes a second position sensor 412. The second position sensor 412 has a second button portion 4121, which is movable along a first direction. The second slider 32 has a second vertical surface orthogonal to the first direction (front-back direction). The second vertical surface can press the second button portion 4121 along the first direction to trigger the second position sensor 412. It can be understood that the second slider 32 triggers the second button portion 4121 by pushing it backward. When the second slider 32 moves backward, the second vertical surface can push the second button portion 4121 backward until it triggers the second position sensor 412.

[0077] For example, the second position sensor 412 is a micro switch.

[0078] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the outer casing 1 includes a drive box 11, a cover plate 12, and an ear seat 16. The cover plate 12 is arranged along a third direction on one side of the drive box 11, and the drive box 11 and the cover plate 12 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, because the faucet lock of this embodiment has a high degree of integration, the external size of the faucet lock can be reduced, and the space occupied during installation can be reduced.

[0079] 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.

[0080] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the ear seat 16 is connected to 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.

[0081] Optionally, such as Figure 4 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 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.

[0082] like Figure 5 and Figure 6As 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.

[0083] 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.

[0084] For example, such as Figure 6 and Figure 13 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. Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the limiting rib 121 is located behind 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 located 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.

[0085] like Figure 5 As shown, the limiting rib 121 is provided on the cover plate 12, and the first sliding member 22 is in the direction away from the first side plate 113 (e.g., Figure 6 When the second sliding member 32 moves 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 forward and backward 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.

[0086] like Figure 6 As shown, 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.

[0087] like Figure 3 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.

[0088] Optionally, such as Figure 6 , Figure 13 and Figure 15 As shown, the second slider 32 includes a first connecting portion 321 and a second connecting portion 322 connected together. The first connecting portion 321 is along a second direction (e.g., Figure 6 The first connecting part 321 (in the left-right direction) is arranged on one side of the second connecting part 322, and the first direction is orthogonal to the second direction. The first connecting part 321 is connected to the traction member 31. The first connecting part 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 part 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 part 321 can drive the first sliding member 22 to move synchronously to unlock the locking tongue 23.

[0089] like Figure 6 As shown, 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.

[0090] 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 serve 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.

[0091] Optionally, such as Figure 4 , Figure 9 and Figure 11As 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).

[0092] 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.

[0093] In some embodiments, such as Figures 18 to 20 As shown, the drive box 11 includes a box body 111 and a partition 112. The partition 112 is disposed inside the box body 111. 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 112 and the box body 111, and the second cavity 132 is disposed between the partition 112 and the cover plate 12. The drive device 21 is disposed in the first cavity 131, and the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 are disposed in the second cavity 132. The faucet lock of this embodiment of the present invention can facilitate the support of the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 by setting the partition 112. Furthermore, since the drive device 21 is independently disposed in the first cavity 131, the first cavity 131 can be sealed separately, thereby improving the electrical safety of the drive device 21.

[0094] Optionally, such as Figures 18 to 20 As shown, the faucet lock also includes an electronic control device, which includes a circuit board 5 and an electrical component 4. The electrical component 4 is mounted on the circuit board 5, which is located within the first cavity 131. A clearance opening 1121 is provided on the partition 112, through which the electrical component 4 passes and extends into the second cavity 132. Because the circuit board 5 is located within the first cavity 131, it can be protected by the first cavity 131, reducing the probability of the circuit board 5 coming into contact with water. Furthermore, because the electrical component 4 passes through the clearance opening 1121 and extends into the second cavity 132, it facilitates the assembly of the circuit board 5 with the drive box 11.

[0095] In other words, when assembling the components of the faucet lock, the circuit board 5 and the electrical component 4 can be pre-assembled together, and then the assembled electronic control device can be installed in the drive box 11. That is, the circuit board 5 is placed in the first cavity 131, and the electrical component 4 passes through the clearance opening 1121 and extends into the second cavity 132, which facilitates the automated assembly of the electronic control device.

[0096] Optionally, such as Figures 18 to 20 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 pin holder 42 and a position sensor 41. The position sensor 41 extends through the first clearance opening 11211, and the pin holder 42 extends through the second clearance opening 11212. The position sensor 41 extends from the first clearance opening 11211 to the second cavity 132, which facilitates the cooperation between the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 and the position sensor 41. The pin holder 42 extends from the second clearance opening 11212 to the second cavity 132, which facilitates the cooperation between the pin head of the external wire harness and the pin holder 42.

[0097] 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.

[0098] For example, such as Figures 18 to 20 As shown, the drive box 11 includes a first ring platform 14, which is connected to the partition 112 and disposed in the second cavity 132. The first ring platform 14 is arranged circumferentially around the first clearance opening 11211, and there is a first glue-filling gap 141 between the position sensor 41 and the first ring platform 14.

[0099] Understandably, the first sealant gap 141 allows sufficient sealant to be stored at the contact point between the position sensor 41 and the first ring 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 gap 141 prevents sealant overflow during application or delamination of the sealant layer.

[0100] For example, the first ring platform 14 and the partition plate 112 are integrally formed.

[0101] For example, such as Figures 18 to 20As shown, the drive box 11 includes a second annular platform 15, which is integrally connected to the partition 112 and located in the second cavity 132. The second annular platform 15 is arranged circumferentially around the second clearance opening 11212, forming a pin insertion cavity 151, into which the pin seat 42 extends. It is understood that the integral molding of the second annular platform 15 and the partition 112 avoids water ingress at the connection point compared to a separate connection between the second annular platform 15 and the partition 112, thereby further improving the waterproof sealing effect at the pin seat 42 position.

[0102] Optionally, such as Figures 19 to 21 As shown, the electronic control device also includes a motor conductive plate 43. The motor conductive plate 43 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. 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 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 to ensure 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.

[0103] Another embodiment of the mobility scooter of this utility model includes the steering lock of this utility model. For example, the mobility scooter can be an electric two-wheeler or a motorcycle. The technical advantages of the mobility scooter of this utility model embodiment are the same as the technical advantages of the steering lock of this utility model, and this utility model does not limit it in this respect.

[0104] 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.

[0105] 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.

[0106] 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.

[0107] 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.

[0108] 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.

[0109] 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 faucet lock, characterized by, include: The outer shell (1) has a receiving cavity (13) inside; The first locking mechanism (2) includes a first sliding member (22) and a locking tongue (23). The first sliding member (22) is connected to the locking tongue (23). The first sliding member (22) is movable along a first direction to drive the locking tongue (23) to move between a locked position and an unlocked position. The first sliding member (22) has a first inclined surface (221). A first position sensor (411) 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. The first direction is orthogonal to the third direction. When the latch (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).

2. The faucet lock of claim 1, wherein 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).

3. The faucet lock of claim 1, wherein The first slider (22) includes a first main body slider (223) and a first trigger part (224) connected together. The locking tongue (23) is connected to the first main body slider (223). The first inclined surface (221) is provided on the first trigger part (224). The first trigger part (224) and the first position sensor (411) are provided on the same side of the first main body slider (223) along the second direction. In the locked position, the first trigger part (224) and the first position sensor (411) are spaced apart along the first direction. The first direction, the second direction and the third direction are orthogonal to each other.

4. The faucet lock of claim 1, wherein The first locking mechanism (2) includes a driving device (21), which is located in the receiving cavity (13). The driving device (21) includes a driving motor (211) and a transmission assembly. The driving motor (211) drives the first sliding member (22) to slide along the first direction through the transmission assembly.

5. The faucet lock of any one of claims 1-4, wherein, 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 receiving cavity (13). One end of the traction member (31) extends into the receiving cavity (13) and is connected to the second sliding member (32). The first sliding member (22) cooperates with the second sliding member (32). The traction member (31) can drive the second sliding member (32) to move along the first direction, so as to drive the first sliding member (22) to move synchronously.

6. The faucet lock of claim 5, wherein The faucet lock also includes a second position sensor (412), which has a second button (4121) that is movable along the third direction. The second slider (32) has a second inclined surface (324). When the bolt (23) moves from the locked position to the unlocked position, the second inclined surface (324) can drive the second button (4121) to move along the third direction to trigger the second position sensor (412).

7. The faucet lock of claim 6, wherein 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). And / or, the first inclined plane (221) and the second inclined plane (324) are arranged side by side along the second direction, the first position sensor (411) and the second position sensor (412) are arranged side by side along the second direction, and the first direction, the second direction and the third direction are orthogonal to each other.

8. The faucet lock of claim 5, wherein, The faucet lock also includes a second position sensor (412), which has a second button (4121) that is movable along the first direction. The second slider (32) has a second vertical surface that is orthogonal to the first direction. The second vertical surface can press the second button (4121) along the first direction to trigger the second position sensor (412).

9. The faucet lock of claim 5, wherein, The outer casing (1) includes a drive box (11), a cover plate (12), and an ear seat (16). The cover plate (12) is arranged on one side of the drive box (11) along the third direction. The drive box (11) and the cover plate (12) form the receiving cavity (13). The ear seat (16) is connected to the drive box (11). The ear seat (16) is provided with a mating hole (161) for connecting the frame.

10. A scooter characterized in that, The faucet lock includes any one of claims 1-9.

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