Wearable device

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of electronic device technology and discloses a wearable device including an audio component and a camera component, with the camera component rotatably connected to the audio component. A limiting structure is provided between the audio component and the camera component to limit the rotation range of the camera component. The wearable device provided by this utility model expands the functionality of headphones, extending them beyond just audio playback and calls to include video recording capabilities. Furthermore, it makes the use of the camera component more convenient and reliable, freeing up the user's hands, improving the user experience, and preventing excessive rotation of the camera component, thus extending the lifespan of the wearable device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electronic equipment technology, and in particular to a wearable device. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of technology, wearable electronic devices have become an indispensable part of people's daily lives. Headphones, as one of the most common wearable electronic devices, are mostly limited to playing audio and making calls.

[0003] As camera devices become miniaturized, their portability increases accordingly, thus expanding their application scenarios. Although miniature camera devices offer a degree of portability, they still require a stand or handheld fixation in practical use. In particular, when shooting action sequences, users typically hold the miniature camera handheld, which prevents them from using their hands for other tasks, reducing the efficiency of their hand movements and diminishing the applicability of the miniature camera device. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a wearable device designed to address the current technical problem of limited functionality in headphones.

[0005] According to a first aspect of this application, one embodiment provides a wearable device including an audio component and a camera component, the camera component being rotatably connected to the audio component;

[0006] A limiting structure is provided between the audio component and the camera component to limit the rotation range of the camera component.

[0007] In one embodiment, the limiting structure includes an arc-shaped groove and a slider. One of the arc-shaped groove and the slider is disposed on the camera component and the other is disposed on the audio component. The camera component is rotated about a first axis, and the center of the arc-shaped groove falls on the first axis. The slider is slidably connected to the arc-shaped groove and is limited within the arc-shaped groove. When the camera component rotates relative to the audio component, the slider slides along the arc-shaped groove.

[0008] Alternatively, the limiting structure includes two fixed limiting protrusions, which are spaced apart along an arc-shaped trajectory. The camera assembly rotates around a first axis, and the center of the arc-shaped trajectory falls on the first axis. The limiting structure also includes a slider that can slide between the two limiting protrusions along the arc-shaped trajectory. One of the limiting protrusions and the slider is located on the camera assembly, and the other is located on the audio assembly.

[0009] In one embodiment, a pivot structure is further provided between the audio component and the camera component, the pivot structure including a rotating shaft and a shaft hole;

[0010] One of the rotating shaft and the shaft hole is disposed on the camera component and the other is disposed on the audio component. The shaft hole is fitted onto the rotating shaft so that the camera component is rotatably connected to the audio component.

[0011] The centerline of the rotating shaft is the first axis.

[0012] In one embodiment, the rotating shaft is disposed on the audio component, and the shaft hole is disposed on the camera component;

[0013] The camera assembly includes a base, a housing, and an imaging body. The housing covers the base and forms a receiving cavity with the base. The imaging body is housed within the receiving cavity.

[0014] The base has the shaft hole, the rotating shaft passes through the shaft hole, and the limiting structure is located between the rotating shaft and the housing.

[0015] In one embodiment, the rotating shaft has an end face close to the camera assembly, and one of the arcuate groove and the slider is disposed on the end face, while the other is disposed on the side of the housing facing the end face.

[0016] In one embodiment, the imaging body is connected to the base, and the housing is further provided with a clamping member on the side facing the receiving cavity, the clamping member abutting against the imaging body.

[0017] In one embodiment, the central angle of the arc-shaped groove is 80° to 100°.

[0018] In one embodiment, a positioning structure is further provided between the audio component and the camera component, the positioning structure being used to position the camera component during rotation.

[0019] In one embodiment, the positioning structure includes a slot and a protrusion;

[0020] The protrusion is provided on the slider, and multiple slots are provided. The multiple slots are spaced apart along the movement path of the slider on the wall of the arc-shaped groove, and the protrusion is inserted into the slot.

[0021] Alternatively, the slot is provided on the slider, and multiple protrusions are provided. The multiple protrusions are spaced apart along the movement path of the slider on the wall of the arc-shaped groove, and the protrusions are inserted into the slot.

[0022] In one embodiment, the audio component has an inner side facing the human body in a worn state, an outer side opposite to the inner side, and a mounting surface connected between the inner side and the outer side, the mounting surface facing the user's front direction, and the camera component is rotatably connected to the mounting surface to swing open in a direction away from the inner side and swing close in a direction closer to the inner side.

[0023] The wearable device according to the above embodiments, by incorporating an audio component and a camera component, enables the wearable device to not only play audio and make calls but also record video. The camera component is rotatably connected to the audio component, eliminating the need to hold the camera component, thus freeing the user's hands and allowing them to perform other operations freely while using the camera function. By setting a limiting structure to restrict the rotation range of the camera component, excessive rotation can be avoided, thereby reducing the negative impact of excessive rotation and extending its service life. The wearable device provided by this invention, on the one hand, expands the functionality of headphones, making them no longer limited to audio playback and calls but also possessing video recording capabilities; on the other hand, it makes the use of the camera component more convenient and reliable, not only freeing the user's hands and improving the user experience but also preventing excessive rotation of the camera component and extending the service life of the wearable device. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the wearable device provided in this embodiment of the present invention when the camera component is in a retracted state;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the wearable device provided in this embodiment of the present invention when the camera component is in the unfolded state;

[0027] Figure 3 This is an assembly front view of the audio component and camera component provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0028] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A cross-sectional view along line AA;

[0029] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0030] Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the audio component and camera component provided in this embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the audio component and camera component provided in this embodiment of the present invention from another perspective;

[0032] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the audio component provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0033] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the shell provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0034] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0035] 100. Wearable device; 10. Audio component; 11. Inner side; 12. Outer side; 13. Mounting surface; 20. Camera component; 21. Base; 211. Third end; 212. Fourth end; 22. Housing; 221. Clamping element; 23. Imaging body; 231. Imaging lens; 24. Receiving cavity; 30. Limiting structure; 31. Arc groove; 311. First end; 312. Second end; 32. Slider; 40. Rotating shaft structure; 41. Rotating shaft; 411. End face; 42. Shaft hole; 50. Positioning structure; 51. Slot; 52. Protrusion; 60. Wearable bracket.

[0036] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0038] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in this utility model embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0039] It should also be noted that when a component is described as "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on the other component or there may be an intervening component present. When a component is described as "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component present.

[0040] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this utility model is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the wearable device 100 provided in this embodiment of the present invention includes an audio component 10 and a camera component 20, the camera component 20 being rotatably connected to the audio component 10. A limiting structure 30 is provided between the audio component 10 and the camera component 20, the limiting structure 30 being used to limit the rotation range of the camera component 20.

[0042] By adopting the above technical solution, and by setting the audio component 10 and the camera component 20, the wearable device 100 can not only play audio and make calls, but also record video. The camera component 20 is rotatably connected to the audio component 10, eliminating the need to hold the camera component 20, thus freeing the user's hands and allowing them to perform other operations freely while using the video recording function. By setting the limiting structure 30 to restrict the rotation range of the camera component 20, excessive rotation of the camera component 20 can be avoided, thereby reducing the negative impacts caused by excessive rotation, such as reduced reliability of the electrical connection between the camera component 20 and the audio component 10. The wearable device 100 provided by this utility model, on the one hand, expands the functionality of the headset, making it no longer limited to audio playback and calls, but also possessing video recording capabilities; on the other hand, it makes the use of the camera component 20 more convenient and reliable, not only freeing the user's hands and improving the user experience, but also preventing excessive rotation of the camera component 20 and extending the service life of the wearable device 100.

[0043] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2The audio component 10 has an inner side 11 facing the human body when worn, an outer side 12 opposite to the inner side 11, and a mounting surface 13 connecting the inner side 11 and the outer side 12. The mounting surface 13 faces the front of the user. The camera component 20 is rotatably connected to the mounting surface 13 to swing open in a direction away from the inner side 11 and swing close in a direction closer to the inner side 11.

[0044] In this embodiment, when the wearable device 100 is worn on the human body, its inner surface 11 faces or rests against the user's ear canal. When the user needs to use the camera function, the camera component 20 can be tilted outward to position it in a suitable shooting position; when the camera function is not needed, the camera component 20 can be tilted inward to reduce the space occupied by the device, while also providing a certain degree of protection. The limiting structure 30 prevents the camera component 20 from tilting outward excessively.

[0045] It is understood that in other embodiments, the mounting surface 13 may not be located between the outer side 12 and the inner side 11. For example, the outer side 12 may be set as the mounting surface 13, that is, the camera component 20 is rotatably connected to the outer side 12. The camera component 20 may be set to swing open in the direction closer to the user and swing close in the direction closer to the user.

[0046] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 4 to 6 The limiting structure 30 includes an arc-shaped groove 31 and a slider 32. One of the arc-shaped groove 31 and the slider 32 is disposed on the camera component 20, and the other is disposed on the audio component 10. The camera component 20 rotates around a first axis, and the center of the arc-shaped groove 31 falls on the first axis. The slider 32 is slidably connected to the arc-shaped groove 31 and confined within the arc-shaped groove 31. When the camera component 20 rotates relative to the audio component 10, the slider 32 slides along the arc-shaped groove 31. In specific applications, the arc-shaped groove 31 includes a first end 311 and a second end 312 disposed opposite to each other. The slider 32 is confined within the arc-shaped groove 31 and slides back and forth between the first end 311 and the second end 312. When the slider 32 is located at the first end 311, the camera component 20 is in a retracted state; when the slider 32 is located at the second end 312, the camera component 20 is in a fully extended state.

[0047] It is understood that in other embodiments, the limiting structure 30 may include two fixed limiting protrusions, which are spaced apart along an arc-shaped trajectory. The camera component 20 rotates around the first axis, and the center of the arc-shaped trajectory falls on the first axis. The limiting structure 30 also includes a slider that can slide between the two limiting protrusions along the arc-shaped trajectory. One of the limiting protrusions and the slider is disposed on the camera component 20, and the other is disposed on the audio component 10.

[0048] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 4 to 8A rotating shaft structure 40 is also provided between the audio component 10 and the camera component 20. The rotating shaft structure 40 includes a rotating shaft 41 and a shaft hole 42. One of the rotating shaft 41 and the shaft hole 42 is disposed in the camera component 20, and the other is disposed in the audio component 10. The shaft hole 42 is fitted onto the rotating shaft 41, so that the camera component 20 is rotatably connected to the audio component 10. The center line M of the rotating shaft 41 is a first axis. It can be understood that in other embodiments, other rotating connection structures can be provided between the audio component 10 and the camera component 20 to allow the camera component 20 to be rotatably connected to the audio component 10. For example, a hinge structure can be provided between the audio component 10 and the camera component 20.

[0049] Please see Figures 4 to 7 A rotating shaft 41 is disposed on the audio component 10, and a shaft hole 42 is disposed on the camera component 20. The camera component 20 includes a base 21, a housing 22, and an imaging body 23. The housing 22 covers the base 21 and forms a receiving cavity 24 with the base 21, and the imaging body 23 is housed within the receiving cavity 24. The base 21 has a shaft hole 42, through which the rotating shaft 41 passes. The rotating shaft 41 protrudes from the mounting surface 13. This arrangement allows the camera component 20 to be rotatably connected to the audio component 10. Of course, in specific applications, as an alternative implementation, the shaft hole 42 can also be opened on one side of the mounting surface 13 of the audio component 10, and the rotating shaft 41 can be disposed on the side of the base 21 opposite to the housing 22.

[0050] In one embodiment, the limiting structure 30 is disposed between the rotating shaft 41 and the housing 22. Thus, the limiting structure 30 is located within the receiving cavity 24, which improves the aesthetic appearance of the audio component 10 and the camera component 20. It is understood that in other embodiments, the limiting structure 30 may also be disposed between the mounting surface 13 and the base 21.

[0051] Please see Figures 4 to 9 The rotating shaft 41 has an end face 411 near the camera assembly 20. One of the arc-shaped groove 31 and the slider 32 is disposed on the end face 411, and the other is disposed on the side of the housing 22 facing the end face 411. The housing 22 covers the base 21. This arrangement allows the slider 32 to be easily inserted into the arc-shaped groove 31 during assembly of the housing 22 and the base 21, improving the assembly efficiency of the limiting structure 30. In this embodiment, the arc-shaped groove 31 is disposed on the end face 411, and the slider 32 is disposed on the housing 22. Of course, in other embodiments, the arc-shaped groove 31 can also be disposed on the housing 22, and the slider 32 can also be disposed on the end face 411.

[0052] In one embodiment, the imaging body 23 is connected to the base 21, and the housing 22 is further provided with a clamping member 221 on the side facing the receiving cavity 24, the clamping member 221 abutting against the imaging body 23. This improves the stability of the imaging body 23 installed in the receiving cavity 24 and prevents the imaging body 23 from shaking when the camera assembly 20 rotates. The imaging body 23 includes an imaging lens 231.

[0053] In one embodiment, the central angle of the arc-shaped groove 31 is 80° to 100°. That is, the camera assembly 20 can rotate 80° to 100° around the first axis. In this embodiment, the central angle of the arc-shaped groove 31 is set to 90°.

[0054] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 7 The base 21 has a third end 211 and a fourth end 212. The imaging lens 231 is mounted on the base 21 near the third end 211. The shaft hole 42 is opened on the base 21 near the fourth end 212. When the wearable device 100 is worn on the human body, the third end 211 is higher than the fourth end 212, that is, the third end 211 and the fourth end 212 are set vertically. The camera component 20 is generally oval, elliptical or rectangular. It can be in an upright longitudinal state and unfolded around the pivot structure 40 of the fourth end 212 to a horizontal state (rotated 90°), so that the imaging lens 231 is relatively far away from the user's head, which can avoid the user's head from affecting the image to a certain extent. The imaging angle of the imaging lens 231 can be designed to be larger, so as to obtain the imaging effect of a wide-angle lens.

[0055] In one embodiment, a positioning structure 50 is further provided between the audio component 10 and the camera component 20. The positioning structure 50 is used to position the camera component 20 during rotation. This makes the camera component 20 more stable when unfolding and retracting, preventing displacement due to vibration or collision. It also allows the camera component 20 to be in different unfolded states. For example, the positioning structure 50 can position the camera component 20 after rotating it 45° or 60°.

[0056] Please see Figure 8 and Figure 9The positioning structure 50 includes slots 51 and protrusions 52. The protrusions 52 are located on the slider 32, and multiple slots 51 are provided, spaced apart along the movement path of the slider 32 on the wall of the arc-shaped groove 31. The protrusions 52 are inserted into the slots 51. Alternatively, the slots 51 are located on the slider 32, and multiple protrusions 52 are provided, spaced apart along the movement path of the slider 32 on the wall of the arc-shaped groove 31. The protrusions 52 are inserted into the slots 51. The positioning of the camera component 20 is achieved through the insertion and engagement of the protrusions 52 and the slots 51, resulting in a simple structure. In this embodiment, the slots 51 are located on the slider 32, and multiple protrusions 52 are provided, spaced apart along the movement path of the slider 32 on the wall of the arc-shaped groove 31.

[0057] In one embodiment, two audio components 10 are provided. In a specific application, when the wearable device 100 is worn on the human body, one audio component 10 is placed against one of the user's ear canals.

[0058] In one embodiment, the wearable device 100 further includes a flexible wear bracket 60, with two audio components 10 rotatably connected to both ends of the wear bracket 60. The wear bracket 60 is flexible and can adapt to users with different head circumferences and head shapes, thus expanding the applicability of the wearable device 100.

[0059] In one embodiment, the camera component 20 is provided with one and connected to one of the audio components 10; or, the camera component 20 is provided with two and connected to two audio components 10 respectively. Users can choose different configuration methods according to their usage needs. For example, when only shooting in one direction is required, a configuration of one camera component 20 can be selected; when it is necessary to record scenes in multiple directions simultaneously, a configuration of two camera components 20 can be selected.

[0060] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the inventive concept of the present utility model using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A wearable device, comprising: It includes an audio component and a camera component, wherein the camera component is rotatably connected to the audio component; A limiting structure is provided between the audio component and the camera component to limit the rotation range of the camera component.

2. The wearable device of claim 1, wherein, The limiting structure includes an arc-shaped groove and a slider. One of the arc-shaped groove and the slider is disposed on the camera component and the other is disposed on the audio component. The camera component is rotated around a first axis. The center of the arc-shaped groove falls on the first axis. The slider is slidably connected to the arc-shaped groove and is limited within the arc-shaped groove. When the camera component rotates relative to the audio component, the slider slides along the arc-shaped groove. Alternatively, the limiting structure includes two fixed limiting protrusions, which are spaced apart along an arc-shaped trajectory. The camera assembly rotates around a first axis, and the center of the arc-shaped trajectory falls on the first axis. The limiting structure also includes a slider that can slide between the two limiting protrusions along the arc-shaped trajectory. One of the limiting protrusions and the slider is located on the camera assembly, and the other is located on the audio assembly.

3. The wearable device of claim 2, wherein, A pivot structure is also provided between the audio component and the camera component, the pivot structure including a rotating shaft and a shaft hole; One of the rotating shaft and the shaft hole is disposed on the camera component and the other is disposed on the audio component. The shaft hole is fitted onto the rotating shaft so that the camera component is rotatably connected to the audio component. The centerline of the rotating shaft is the first axis.

4. The wearable device of claim 3, wherein, The rotating shaft is disposed on the audio component, and the shaft hole is disposed on the camera component; The camera assembly includes a base, a housing, and an imaging body. The housing covers the base and forms a receiving cavity with the base. The imaging body is housed within the receiving cavity. The base has the shaft hole, the rotating shaft passes through the shaft hole, and the limiting structure is located between the rotating shaft and the housing.

5. The wearable device of claim 4, wherein, The rotating shaft has an end face close to the camera assembly, and one of the arcuate groove and the slider is disposed on the end face, while the other is disposed on the side of the housing facing the end face.

6. The wearable device of claim 4, wherein, The imaging body is connected to the base, and the housing is further provided with a clamping member on the side facing the receiving cavity, the clamping member abutting against the imaging body.

7. The wearable device of claim 2, wherein, The central angle of the arc-shaped groove is 80° to 100°.

8. The wearable device of claim 2, wherein, A positioning structure is also provided between the audio component and the camera component, the positioning structure being used to position the camera component during rotation.

9. The wearable device as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that, The positioning structure includes a slot and a protrusion; The protrusion is provided on the slider, and multiple slots are provided. The multiple slots are spaced apart along the movement path of the slider on the wall of the arc-shaped groove, and the protrusion is inserted into the slot. Alternatively, the slot is provided on the slider, and multiple protrusions are provided. The multiple protrusions are spaced apart along the movement path of the slider on the wall of the arc-shaped groove, and the protrusions are inserted into the slot.

10. The wearable device of any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein, The audio component has an inner side facing the human body when worn, an outer side opposite to the inner side, and a mounting surface connecting the inner side and the outer side. The mounting surface faces the user's front direction. The camera component is rotatably connected to the mounting surface to swing open in a direction away from the inner side and swing close in a direction closer to the inner side.

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