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, a second locking mechanism, and a 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 second locking mechanism includes a second sliding member disposed within the receiving cavity. The first and second sliding members cooperate, and the second sliding member can drive the first sliding member to move along the first direction. The position sensor is disposed within the receiving cavity. In the unlocked position, either the first or second sliding member can trigger the position sensor. This utility model's faucet lock uses two triggering methods, which helps improve the reliability of the position sensor 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 vehicles, 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 control unit, which controls its locking and unlocking actions. Upon unlocking, the lock sends an unlock feedback signal to the central control unit. Receiving this signal, the central control unit sends a signal to the scooter's power unit, allowing it to operate normally and thus enabling riding. However, in some technologies, the steering wheel lock's position sensor uses a single triggering method, which is prone to failure, reducing its reliability. 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, wherein the position sensor of the faucet lock can be triggered in two ways, which helps to improve the reliability of the position sensor 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 locking tongue, the first sliding member being connected to the locking tongue and movable along a first direction to drive the locking tongue to move between a locked position and an unlocked position; a second locking mechanism including a second sliding member disposed in the receiving cavity, the first sliding member cooperating with the second sliding member, the second sliding member driving the first sliding member to move along the first direction; and a position sensor disposed in the receiving cavity, wherein in the unlocked position, one of the first sliding member and the second sliding member can trigger the position sensor.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the steering lock's bolt can be unlocked in two ways. The first unlocking method involves a first sliding member moving the bolt to the unlocked position while the second sliding member remains stationary. The second unlocking method involves the second sliding member moving the first sliding member to move the bolt to the unlocked position. When the bolt reaches the unlocked position, either the first or second sliding member can trigger a position sensor, causing the steering lock to send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device, ensuring the vehicle can be ridden safely and reliably. The fact that the position sensor of the steering lock in this embodiment can be triggered in two ways improves the reliability of the position sensor triggering, and since only one position sensor is needed, the manufacturing cost of the steering lock is reduced.

[0008] In some embodiments, the position sensor includes a button portion having a first trigger position and a second trigger position. The button portion is movable between the first trigger position and the second trigger position along a third direction orthogonal to the first direction. When the first locking mechanism drives the bolt to unlock, the first slider pushes the button portion to the first trigger position. When the second locking mechanism drives the bolt to unlock, the second slider pushes the button portion to the second trigger position.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first slider has a first inclined surface, and the second slider has a second inclined surface. The first inclined surface and the second inclined surface are arranged sequentially along the first direction. In the third direction, the second inclined surface is closer to the button portion than the first inclined surface. When the first locking mechanism drives the bolt to unlock, the first inclined surface can push the button portion to move along the third direction to push the button portion to the first trigger position. When the second locking mechanism drives the bolt to unlock, the second inclined surface can push the button portion to move along the third direction to push the button portion to the second trigger position.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first slider further has a first plane, which is parallel to the first direction and is disposed between the first inclined surface and the second inclined surface along the first direction. When the first locking mechanism drives the latch to the unlock position, the first plane abuts against the button portion.

[0011] In some embodiments, the second slider further has a second plane, which is parallel to the first direction. The second plane is disposed on the side of the second inclined surface away from the first inclined surface. When the second locking mechanism drives the latch to the unlock position, the second plane abuts against the button portion.

[0012] 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 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 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.

[0013] In some embodiments, the position sensor is a two-stage microswitch.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first locking mechanism further 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.

[0015] In some embodiments, the second locking mechanism further includes a traction member, one end of which extends into the receiving cavity and is connected to the second sliding member. The traction member can drive the second sliding member to move along the first direction, thereby causing the first sliding member to move synchronously.

[0016] In some embodiments, the housing includes a drive box, a cover plate, and an ear seat. The cover plate is connected to the drive box and forms the receiving cavity with the drive box. The ear seat is connected to the drive box and has 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] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the scooter's locking bolt can be unlocked in two ways. The first unlocking method involves a first sliding member moving the locking bolt to the unlocked position, while the second sliding member remains stationary. The second unlocking method involves the second sliding member moving the first sliding member to move the locking bolt to the unlocked position. When the locking bolt reaches the unlocked position, either the first or second sliding member can trigger a position sensor, causing the steering lock to send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device, ensuring the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely, and reliably. The fact that the steering lock's position sensor in this embodiment can be triggered in two ways improves the reliability of the position sensor triggering, and since only one position sensor is needed, the manufacturing cost of the steering lock is reduced. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a top view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0022] 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.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the cover plate of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a perspective view of the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 8 This is a top view of the first sliding member, the second sliding member, and the position sensor of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Cross-sectional view of AA.

[0028] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of the first locking mechanism of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0029] Figure 11 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.

[0030] Figure 12 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.

[0031] Figure 13 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.

[0032] Figure 14 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.

[0033] Figure 15 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.

[0034] Figure 16 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.

[0035] Figure 17 This is an exploded view of the electronic control device of the faucet lock according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0036] Figure label:

[0037] 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;

[0038] 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;

[0039] 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;

[0040] 4. Electrical components; 41. Position sensor; 411. Button section; 42. Pin holder; 43. Motor conductive sheet; 431. Conductive sheet body; 432. Bending section;

[0041] 5. Circuit board. Detailed Implementation

[0042] 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.

[0043] The following is a reference appendix. Figures 1 to 17 This invention describes a faucet lock and a mobility scooter according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0044] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, the faucet lock of this utility model embodiment includes: a housing 1, a first locking mechanism 2, a second locking mechanism 3, and a position sensor 41.

[0045] The outer casing 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 4 The locking mechanism 3 is movable in the front-back direction to drive the locking tongue 23 to move between the locked position and the unlocked position. The second locking mechanism 3 includes a second sliding member 32, which is disposed in the receiving cavity 13. The first sliding member 22 cooperates with the second sliding member 32. The second sliding member 32 can drive the first sliding member 22 to move in the first direction. The position sensor 41 is disposed in the receiving cavity 13. In the unlocked position, one of the first sliding member 22 and the second sliding member 32 can trigger the position sensor 41.

[0046] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the throttle lock of the present invention allows the latch 23 to be unlocked in two ways. The first unlocking method involves the first sliding member 22 moving the latch 23 to the unlocked position, while the second sliding member 32 remains stationary. The second unlocking method involves the second sliding member 32 moving the first sliding member 22, thereby moving the latch 23 to the unlocked position. When the latch 23 reaches the unlocked position, either the first sliding member 22 or the second sliding member 32 can trigger the position sensor 41, causing the throttle lock to send an unlocking feedback signal to the central control device, ensuring the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely, and reliably. The position sensor 41 of the throttle lock of this embodiment can be triggered in two ways, which improves the reliability of the position sensor 41 triggering. Furthermore, since there can only be one position sensor 41, the manufacturing cost of the throttle lock can be reduced.

[0047] Optionally, such as Figures 6 to 9 As shown, the position sensor 41 includes a button portion 411, which has a first trigger bit and a second trigger bit. The button portion 411 is positioned along a third direction (e.g., Figure 9 The button 411 is movable between the first and second trigger positions (vertical direction). The third direction is orthogonal to the first direction. When the first locking mechanism 2 drives the bolt 23 to unlock, the first slider pushes the button 411 to the first trigger position. When the second locking mechanism 3 drives the bolt 23 to unlock, the second slider pushes the button 411 to the second trigger position. It can be understood that the button 411 can trigger the position sensor 41 regardless of whether it moves to the first or second trigger position. The first slider 22 corresponds to the first trigger position; when the first slider 22 moves backward, it can move the button 411 to the first trigger position. The second slider 32 corresponds to the second trigger position; when the second slider 32 moves backward, it can move the button 411 to the second trigger position.

[0048] When the first trigger position of the button part 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 second sliding member 32 moves backward. The second sliding member 32 pushes the first sliding member 22 to move backward, thereby driving the locking tongue 23 to the unlocking position. At this time, the second sliding member 32 can move the button part 411 of the position sensor 41 to the second trigger position. After the central control device receives the unlocking feedback signal sent by the position sensor 41, it allows the mobility scooter to be ridden normally.

[0049] Furthermore, the first slider 22 and the second slider 32 are independent of each other, and the backward movement of the first slider 22 will not affect the second slider 32. When the first trigger position of the button part 411 is functioning properly, only the first locking mechanism 2 is needed. When the first trigger position of the button part 411 malfunctions, the second trigger position of the button part 411 serves as an alternative and cooperates 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 trigger position of the button part 411 has a low usage frequency and a long lifespan, providing a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter even when the first trigger position of the button part 411 fails.

[0050] For example, such as Figure 9 As shown, the position sensor 41 is a two-stage micro switch. This reduces the manufacturing cost of the position sensor 41 and allows it to be triggered in both the first and second trigger positions, resulting in better performance.

[0051] Optionally, such as Figures 7 to 9 As shown, the first slider 22 has a first inclined surface 221, and the second slider 32 has a second inclined surface 324. The first inclined surface 221 and the second inclined surface 324 are arranged sequentially along a first direction. In a third direction, the second inclined surface 324 is closer to the button portion 411 than the first inclined surface 221. Figure 9 As shown, the first inclined plane 221 is located behind the second inclined plane 324, and the height of the first inclined plane 221 is higher than that of the second inclined plane 324.

[0052] like Figures 7 to 9 As shown, when the first locking mechanism 2 drives the bolt 23 to unlock, the first inclined surface 221 can push the button part 411 to move along a third direction, thereby pushing the button part 411 to the first trigger position. When the second locking mechanism 3 drives the bolt 23 to unlock, the second inclined surface 324 can push the button part 411 to move along a third direction, thereby pushing the button part 411 to the second trigger position. It can be understood that when the button part 411 moves from top to bottom, the button part 411 first reaches the first trigger position. When the button part 411 continues to move downward, the button part 411 can move from the first trigger position to the second trigger position.

[0053] The button part 411 of the position sensor 41 can be triggered in a step manner by the first slider 22 and the second slider 32. When the first trigger position of the position sensor 41 fails, it is moved to the second trigger position by the second slider 32, thereby ensuring that the position sensor 41 can be triggered normally and reducing the risk of trigger failure of the position sensor 41.

[0054] like Figures 7 to 9 As shown, since the first slider 22 is provided with a first inclined surface 221, when the first slider 22 moves in the direction from front to back, the first inclined surface 221 can gradually approach and press down on the button part 411. Thus, within a certain range where the locking tongue 23 and the first slider 22 slide backward, the first slider 22 can continuously push the position sensor 41 to the first trigger position under the action of the first inclined surface 221. This ensures the reliability of the triggering of the position sensor 41 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 411 of the position sensor 41 is movable along a first direction, and the first slider 22 uses a push-type triggering mechanism for the position sensor 41," this application ensures reliable contact between the first slider 22 and the position sensor 41, allowing the position sensor 41 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 button portion 411 is smaller, thereby extending the service life of the position sensor 41 and reducing the risk of damage to the position sensor 41.

[0056] Optionally, such as Figures 7 to 9 As shown, the first sliding member 22 also has a first plane 222, which is parallel to the first direction. The first plane 222 is disposed between the first inclined surface 221 and the second inclined surface 324 along the first direction. When the first locking mechanism 2 drives the locking tongue 23 to the unlock position, the first plane 222 abuts against the button part 411.

[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 button part 411. As the first slider 22 continues to move backward, the first flat surface 222 can contact the button part 411, thereby ensuring that the position sensor 41 is always in the first trigger position. Within a certain range of the backward sliding of the latch 23 and the first slider 22, the first slider 22 can continuously trigger the position sensor 41 under the action of the first flat surface 222, thereby ensuring the reliability of the triggering of the position sensor 41 and providing a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0058] like Figure 9As shown, the first inclined surface 221 extends gradually upward in a front-to-back direction, and the first flat surface 222 is located on the front side of the first inclined surface 221. When the first slider 22 moves in a front-to-back direction, the button part 411 comes into contact with the first flat surface 222 after being pressed by the first inclined surface 221.

[0059] Optionally, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 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 position sensor 41 are along a second direction (e.g., Figure 6 The first trigger part 224 and the position sensor 41 are located on the same side of the first main body slider 223 (in the left-right direction). In the locked position, the first trigger part 224 and the position sensor 41 are spaced apart along the first direction, and the first direction, the second direction, and the third direction are orthogonal to each other. It can be understood that the first trigger part 224 is located 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 position sensor 41 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 in the receiving cavity 13, which is beneficial to improving space utilization.

[0060] like Figures 7 to 9 As shown, the second slider 32 is provided with a second inclined surface 324. When the second slider 32 moves in a front-to-back direction, the second inclined surface 324 can gradually approach and press down on the button part 411. Thus, within a certain range where the locking tongue 23 and the second slider 32 slide backward, the second slider 32 can continuously push the position sensor 41 to the second trigger position under the action of the second inclined surface 324. This ensures the reliability of the position sensor 41's triggering and provides a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter. Furthermore, under the guiding action of the second inclined surface 324, the impact force of the second slider 32 on the button part 411 is small, thereby extending the service life of the position sensor 41 and reducing the risk of damage to the position sensor 41.

[0061] like Figures 7 to 9 As shown, the second sliding member 32 also has a second plane 325, which is parallel to the first direction. The second plane 325 is located on the side of the second inclined surface 324 away from the first inclined surface 221. When the second locking mechanism 3 drives the locking tongue 23 to the unlock position, the second plane 325 abuts against the button part 411.

[0062] Understandably, when the second slider 32 moves from front to back, the second inclined surface 324 can gradually approach and press down on the button part 411. As the second slider 32 continues to move backward, the second flat surface 325 can contact the button part 411, thereby ensuring that the position sensor 41 is always in the second trigger position. Within a certain range during the backward sliding of the latch 23 and the second slider 32, the second slider 32 can continuously trigger the position sensor 41 under the action of the second flat surface 325, thereby ensuring the reliability of the position sensor 41's triggering and providing a reliable guarantee for the normal and safe riding of the mobility scooter.

[0063] like Figure 9 As shown, the second inclined surface 324 gradually extends upward in the direction from front to back, and the second flat surface 325 is provided on the front side of the second inclined surface 324. When the second slider 32 moves in the direction from front to back, the button part 411 comes into contact with the second flat surface 325 after being pressed by the second inclined surface 324.

[0064] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown, the first locking mechanism 2 also 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.

[0065] like Figure 10 As shown, the drive device 21 drives the first sliding member 22 to move through the transmission component, so that the first sliding member 22 drives the lock tongue 23 to move to the unlock position. When the lock tongue 23 moves to the unlock position, the first sliding member 22 can trigger the position sensor 41 so that the faucet lock sends an unlock feedback signal to the central control device.

[0066] like Figure 10 and Figure 12 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.

[0067] like Figure 3As shown, the second locking mechanism 3 also includes a traction member 31. One end of the traction member 31 extends into the receiving cavity 13 and is connected to the second sliding member 32. The traction member 31 can drive the second sliding member 32 to move along a first direction, thereby causing the first sliding member 22 to move synchronously. It can be understood that the locking tongue 23 can be unlocked in two ways. The first unlocking method is to drive the first sliding member 22 to move through the driving device 21, so that the first sliding member 22 moves the locking tongue 23 to the unlocked position. The second unlocking method is to drive the second sliding member 32 to move through the traction member 31, so that the second sliding member 32 can move synchronously with the first sliding member 22, thereby moving the locking tongue 23 to the unlocked position. Both unlocking methods can drive the locking tongue 23 to reciprocate between the locked and unlocked positions, ensuring that the locking tongue 23 can be unlocked smoothly and trigger the position sensor 41, ensuring that the vehicle can be ridden normally, safely, and reliably.

[0068] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 4 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 connected to the drive box 11 and together with the drive box 11, forms 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 to 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", this reduces the number of shell structures, thus simplifying the assembly process of the components, improving assembly efficiency, and lowering manufacturing costs. Furthermore, due to the high integration of the faucet lock in this embodiment, the overall size of the faucet lock can be reduced, thus reducing the space occupied during installation.

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

[0070] like 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.

[0071] Optionally, such as Figure 4As shown, the drive box 11 has a first side plate 113, and the locking tongue 23 passes through the first side plate 113. The second locking mechanism 3 also includes a second elastic element 33, which cooperates with the second sliding element 32 and the outer shell 1. In the unlocked position, the second elastic element 33 presses the second sliding element 32 towards the first side plate 113. It can be understood that when the locking tongue 23 is in the unlocked position, the second elastic element 33 has elastic potential energy. When the traction force of the traction member 31 is removed (i.e., the external force of the traction member 31 acting on the second sliding element 32 is less than the elastic force of the second elastic element 33), the second elastic element 33 can drive the second sliding element 32 to move towards the first side plate 113, so as to push the first sliding element 22 and the locking tongue 23 to the locked position. This ensures that the second locking mechanism 3 can drive the locking tongue 23 to move normally, and the structure design is simple and requires fewer parts.

[0072] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, at least one of the cover plate 12 and the drive box 11 is provided with a limiting rib 121. The second sliding member 32 slides in cooperation with the limiting rib 121 along the first direction. One end of the second elastic member 33 is connected to the second sliding member 32, and the other end of the second elastic member 33 is connected to the limiting rib 121. It can be understood that when the operator applies a traction force to the traction member 31, the second sliding member 32 moves in the direction from front to back. Since the other end of the second elastic member 33 is positionally constrained by the limiting rib 121, the second sliding member 32 can drive the second elastic member 33 to move toward the limiting rib 121 and compress the second elastic member 33. When the traction force of the traction member 31 is removed, the second elastic member 33 can drive the second sliding member 32 to move toward the first side plate 113, so as to push the first sliding member 22 and the locking tongue 23 to the locked position.

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

[0074] For example, such as Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the second sliding member 32 has a mounting groove 323, the second elastic member 33 is disposed in the mounting groove 323, and the limiting rib 121 is disposed on the cover plate 12. When the first sliding member 22 moves in a direction away from the first side plate 113, the limiting rib 121 slides into the mounting groove 323 and connects with the second elastic member 33. The limiting rib 121 is located at the rear side of the second elastic member 33. When the second sliding member 32 moves backward, the limiting rib 121 can constrain the position of the second elastic member 33. Since the second elastic member 33 is disposed in the mounting groove 323, the space occupied by the second locking mechanism 3 can be reduced, so as to facilitate the arrangement of other components in the receiving cavity 13.

[0075] like Figure 5 As shown, since the limiting rib 121 is provided on the cover plate 12, when the first sliding member 22 moves in the direction away from the first side plate 113 (from front to back), the limiting rib 121 can slide into the mounting groove 323. Thus, the limiting rib 121 can both constrain the position of the second elastic member 33 and guide the front and back sliding of the second sliding member 32, which helps to improve the stability of the second sliding member 32 during movement, reduce the probability of the second sliding member 32 getting stuck, and make the movement process of the second locking mechanism 3 smoother.

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

[0077] like Figure 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.

[0078] Optionally, such as Figure 6 As shown, the second sliding member 32 includes a first connecting portion 321 and a second connecting portion 322 connected together. The first connecting portion 321 is arranged on one side of the second connecting portion 322 along a second direction (left-right direction), and the first direction is orthogonal to the second direction. The first connecting portion 321 is connected to the traction member 31. The first connecting portion 321 is located on the side of the first sliding member 22 near the first side plate 113. The second elastic member 33 is located on the second connecting portion 322. When the traction member 31 drives the second sliding member 32 to move in a direction away from the first side plate 113, the first connecting portion 321 can drive the first sliding member 22 to move synchronously to unlock the locking tongue 23.

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

[0080] Therefore, when the drive unit 21 is in normal use, the movement of the first locking mechanism 2 will not affect the second locking mechanism 3, meaning the second locking mechanism 3 remains stationary. When the drive unit 21 malfunctions, the second locking mechanism 3 can 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.

[0081] Optionally, such as Figure 4 and Figure 13 As shown, the drive box 11 has a first side plate 113, and the locking tongue 23 passes through the first side plate 113. The first locking mechanism 2 includes a first elastic member 24 and a first energy storage block 25. The drive device 21 is drivenly connected to the first energy storage block 25. The first energy storage block 25 is slidably connected to the first sliding member 22 along a first direction. The first elastic member 24 presses the first sliding member 22 toward the first side plate 113. When the second locking mechanism 3 drives the locking tongue 23 to lock (extend), the drive device 21 can push the first energy storage block 25 forward. The first energy storage block 25 can push the first sliding member 22 forward through the first elastic member 24, so that the locking tongue 23 is locked (extended).

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

[0083] Optionally, such as Figures 14 to 16 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.

[0084] Optionally, such as Figure 15 and Figure 16As 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.

[0085] 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.

[0086] Optionally, such as Figure 14 and Figure 15 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.

[0087] 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.

[0088] For example, such as Figure 14 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.

[0089] 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.

[0090] For example, the first ring platform 14 and the partition plate 112 are integrally formed.

[0091] For example, such as Figure 14 and Figure 15 As 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.

[0092] Optionally, such as Figure 15 and Figure 17 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.

[0093] 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.

[0094] 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.

[0095] 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.

[0096] 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.

[0097] 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.

[0098] 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.

[0099] 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 in a first direction to drive the locking tongue (23) to move between a locked position and an unlocked position. The second locking mechanism (3) includes a second sliding member (32), which is disposed in the receiving cavity (13). The first sliding member (22) cooperates with the second sliding member (32), and the second sliding member (32) can drive the first sliding member (22) to move along the first direction. A position sensor (41) is disposed in the receiving cavity (13). In the unlocked position, one of the first slider (22) and the second slider (32) can trigger the position sensor (41).

2. The faucet lock of claim 1, wherein The position sensor (41) includes a button (411) having a first trigger position and a second trigger position. The button (411) is movable between the first trigger position and the second trigger position along a third direction orthogonal to the first direction. When the first locking mechanism (2) drives the latch (23) to unlock, the first slider pushes the button (411) to the first trigger position. When the second locking mechanism (3) drives the latch (23) to unlock, the second slider pushes the button (411) to the second trigger position.

3. The faucet lock of claim 2, wherein The first slider (22) has a first inclined surface (221), and the second slider (32) has a second inclined surface (324). The first inclined surface (221) and the second inclined surface (324) are arranged sequentially along the first direction. In the third direction, the second inclined surface (324) is closer to the button portion (411) than the first inclined surface (221). When the first locking mechanism (2) drives the bolt (23) to unlock, the first inclined surface (221) can push the button part (411) to move along the third direction to push the button part (411) to the first trigger position. When the second locking mechanism (3) drives the bolt (23) to unlock, the second inclined surface (324) can push the button part (411) to move along the third direction to push the button part (411) to the second trigger position.

4. The faucet lock of claim 3, wherein The first sliding member (22) also has a first plane (222), which is parallel to the first direction. The first plane (222) is disposed between the first inclined surface (221) and the second inclined surface (324) along the first direction. When the first locking mechanism (2) drives the locking tongue (23) to the unlock position, the first plane (222) abuts against the button part (411).

5. The faucet lock of claim 3, wherein The second slider (32) also has a second plane (325), which is parallel to the first direction. The second plane (325) is located on the side of the second inclined surface (324) away from the first inclined surface (221). When the second locking mechanism (3) drives the latch (23) to the unlock position, the second plane (325) abuts against the button part (411).

6. The faucet lock of claim 3, wherein The first sliding member (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 position sensor (41) 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 position sensor (41) are spaced apart along the first direction. The first direction, the second direction and the third direction are orthogonal to each other.

7. The faucet lock of claim 1, wherein The position sensor (41) is a two-stage micro switch.

8. The faucet lock of any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The first locking mechanism (2) further includes a driving device (21), which is disposed 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. And / or, the second locking mechanism (3) further includes a traction member (31), one end of which extends into the receiving cavity (13) and is connected to 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.

9. The faucet lock of any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The outer casing (1) includes a drive box (11), a cover plate (12) and an ear seat (16). The cover plate (12) is connected to the drive box (11) and forms the receiving cavity (13) with the drive box (11). The ear seat (16) is connected to the drive box (11) and has a mating hole (161) for connecting to the frame.

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

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