Support structure and stand

Abstract

This utility model discloses a support structure and bracket, including: 1. an operating component and at least two supporting components. The operating component is connected to the at least two supporting components, which are coaxially connected via a connecting shaft. Each of the at least two supporting components has a first elastic element positioned corresponding to the connecting shaft. The operating component can control the rotation angle of the at least two supporting components. A bracket is also disclosed, including the aforementioned support structure. An adhesive component is provided at the bottom of the support structure, and this adhesive component is connected to the bottom of an electronic device. The support structure and bracket provided by this utility model have advantages such as convenient and quick angle adjustment and easy operation.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of brackets, and in particular to a support structure and bracket. Background Technology

[0002] Existing laptop stands are designed to adjust the laptop's angle by manually rotating the support components after attaching them to the bottom of the laptop. However, adjusting the angle of current laptop stands requires adjusting each clip and slot individually, as shown in Chinese patent application number 2022201018873. This does not allow for quick angle adjustment, and the need to manually rotate the clips and support components is inconvenient. In addition, the numerous support structures result in higher costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a support structure and bracket, which has the advantages of convenient and quick angle adjustment, easy operation, and low cost.

[0004] A support structure provided according to an embodiment of this application includes an operating member and at least two support members. The operating member is connected to the at least two support members, and the at least two support members are coaxially connected via a connecting shaft. Each of the at least two support members is provided with a first elastic member at a position corresponding to the connecting shaft. The operating member can control the rotation angle of the at least two support members.

[0005] Preferably, the at least two support members can be stacked, or the at least two support members can be arranged adjacent to each other, or one support member can accommodate another support member.

[0006] Preferably, one support member accommodates another support member, the at least two support members are rotatable relative to each other, and the operating member can control the rotation angle of at least two support members sequentially.

[0007] Preferably, the at least two support members include a first support member and a second support member, and the first support member and the second support member are detachably connected to the operating member.

[0008] Preferably, the second support member is provided with a storage groove, and when the first support member and the second support member are on the same plane, the first support member is stored in the storage groove.

[0009] Preferably, the second support member is provided with a retaining member at the position corresponding to the storage groove, the retaining member can abut against the first support member, and the first support member is provided with a groove at the position corresponding to the retaining member, the groove can accommodate the retaining member.

[0010] Preferably, the first support member is provided with a first connecting groove, the second support member is provided with a second connecting groove, and the operating member is provided with a first buckle and a second buckle respectively. The first connecting groove is connected to the first buckle, and the second connecting groove is connected to the second buckle.

[0011] Preferably, the operating member is provided with a sliding member and a receiving hole. The sliding member is housed in the receiving hole and can move relative to the receiving hole. The second buckle is provided on the sliding member. The maximum distance between the sliding member and the inner wall of the receiving hole is greater than the engagement amount between the first buckle and the first connecting groove.

[0012] Preferably, the support structure further includes a housing, the first support member and the second support member can be attached to the surface of the housing, the operating member includes a pressing member and a guide member connected to each other, the guide member is connected to the first support member and the second support member, the first buckle and the second buckle are disposed on the guide member, and the pressing member is exposed outside the housing.

[0013] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a bracket, including the aforementioned support structure, wherein an adhesive component is provided at the bottom of the support structure, and the adhesive component is connected to the bottom of the electronic device.

[0014] The technical solution provided in this application embodiment can include the following beneficial effects: The present invention provides a support structure including an operating component and at least two support components. The operating component is connected to the at least two support components, which are coaxially connected via a connecting shaft. Each of the at least two support components has a first elastic element positioned corresponding to the connecting shaft. The operating component can control the rotation angle of the at least two support components. The state of the at least two support components can be quickly adjusted via the operating component, thereby adjusting the angle and height of the support, facilitating operation. The coaxial connection design allows the at least two support components to be on the same plane, facilitating angle adjustment and avoiding the need for multiple rotating shafts, thus saving on shaft costs. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a support structure according to the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure of a support structure according to the present invention; Figure 3This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the first embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 4 This is an exploded structural diagram of the first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of another embodiment of the support structure of this utility model; Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of another embodiment of the support structure of this utility model; Figure 7 This is an exploded structural diagram of the first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded state of the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 10 This is an exploded structural diagram of the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view of the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded state of the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded state of a bracket according to the third embodiment of the present invention; Figure 14 This is a flowchart illustrating a method for adjusting the angle of a support according to the fourth embodiment of this utility model. Figure 15A and 15B This is a schematic diagram illustrating the usage state of a bracket angle adjustment method according to the fourth embodiment of this utility model; Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the usage state of a support system according to the fifth embodiment of this utility model. Label Explanation: 10. Support structure; 11. Adhesive component; 20. Operating component; 21. First snap-fit; 22. Second snap-fit; 23. Sliding component; 24. Receiving hole; 25. Pressing component; 26. Guide component; 27. Storage hole; 28. Second elastic component; 30. Support component; 31. First support component; 32. Second support component; 33. Connecting shaft; 34. First elastic component; 35. Storage groove; 36. First connecting groove; 37. Second connecting groove; 38. Supporting component; 39. Groove; 40. Housing; 41. Blocking component; 42. Guide component; 43. Cover plate; 44. Gasket; 50. Bracket; 100. Bracket angle adjustment method; 200. Bracket system. Detailed Implementation

[0017] 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, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0018] It should also be understood that the terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. As used in this specification and the appended claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0019] It should also be further understood that the term "and / or" as used in this specification and the appended claims refers to any combination of one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations, and includes such combinations.

[0020] Please see Figures 1-2 The present invention provides a support structure 10, including an operating member 20 and at least two support members 30. The operating member 20 is connected to the at least two support members 30, and the operating member 20 can control the at least two support members 30 to change their initial states respectively.

[0021] The operating element 20 can control at least two support members 30 to change their initial states through displacement, such as by pressing or pulling the operating element 20. Alternatively, the operating element 20 can control at least two support members 30 to change their initial states through rotation, or by pushing. Changing the initial state means that at least two support members 30 change from one state to another, such as folding, stretching, rotating, or displacing.

[0022] The operating element 20 can control at least two support elements 30 to change their initial states respectively. Taking two support elements 30 as an example, "respectively" means that the operating element 20 can control the initial state of one support element 30 and the operating element can control the initial state of another support element 30. The operating element 20 can control the states of these two support elements 30 to change simultaneously or sequentially.

[0023] The state of at least two support members 30 can be quickly adjusted via the operating component 20, thereby adjusting the angle and height of the bracket for easy operation.

[0024] In this embodiment, the at least two support members 30 can rotate relative to each other, and the operating member 20 can control the rotation angle of the at least two support members 30 in turn. That is, the operating member 20 can first control one support member 30 to rotate relative to each other, and then control the other support member 30 to rotate relative to each other.

[0025] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 In this embodiment, the at least two support members 30 include a first support member 31 and a second support member 32, which are detachably connected to the operating member 20. In this embodiment, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are snap-fitted to the operating member 20. Optionally, in some other embodiments, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 can be connected to the operating member 20 via magnetic attraction, snap-fit ​​connection, plug-in connection, or other detachable connection methods. The detachable connection method facilitates the separation or connection of the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 with the operating member 20, achieving a quick separation or connection effect.

[0026] In this embodiment, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are coaxially connected via a connecting shaft 33. A first elastic element 34 is respectively provided on the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 at positions corresponding to the connecting shaft 33. In this embodiment, the first elastic element 34 is a torsion spring; in other embodiments, the first elastic element 34 can be a spring, a sheet spring, or other standard elastic component. By adopting a coaxial connection design, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 can be on the same plane, facilitating adjustment of the support angle and avoiding the need for multiple rotating shafts, thus saving on shaft costs.

[0027] In this embodiment, the second support member 32 is provided with a storage groove 35. When the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are on the same plane, the first support member 31 is stored in the storage groove 35, resulting in better overall storage. The same plane also includes the state after the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are rotated. At this time, the first support member 31 is also stored in the storage groove 35, allowing for more uniform adjustment of the support angle of the bracket.

[0028] Please see Figure 5 Optionally, in some other embodiments, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are still on the same plane, but the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are positioned to the left and right of the same plane, that is, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are adjacent to each other, and the operating member 20 can control the relative rotation of the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 respectively.

[0029] Please see Figure 6Optionally, in some other embodiments, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are in a superimposed relationship, that is, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are in an up-down position relationship, and the operating member 20 can control the relative rotation of the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 respectively.

[0030] This utility model provides a first embodiment and a second embodiment, wherein... Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 This is the first embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 9 , Figure 10 , Figure 11 , Figure 12 This is the second embodiment of the present utility model.

[0031] Please see Figure 7 and Figure 9 In the first and second embodiments of this utility model, the first support member 31 is provided with a first connecting groove 36, the second support member 32 is provided with a second connecting groove 37, and the operating member 20 is provided with a first buckle 21 and a second buckle 22. The first connecting groove 36 is connected to the first buckle 21, and the second connecting groove 37 is connected to the second buckle 22. Through the cooperation of the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36, and the cooperation of the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 can be fixed on the operating member 20, forming the effect of storing the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 as a whole on the operating member 20. When needed, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 can be unlocked through the operating member 20. The design of the buckles and connecting grooves facilitates the cooperation between the first support member 31, the second support member 32 and the operating member 20.

[0032] In the first and second embodiments of this utility model, by displacing the operating member 20, the first latch 21 separates from the first connecting groove 36, and the first support member 31 rotates relative to the second support member 32. By displacing the operating member 20 again, the second latch 22 separates from the second connecting groove 37, and the second support member 32 rotates relative to the first support member 31. In this embodiment, the operating member 20 can control at least two support members 30 to change their initial states by rotation. The initial state is the state in which the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are connected to the first latch 21 and the second latch 22, respectively. Optionally, in some other embodiments, the initial state can also be the state in which the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are separated from the first latch 21 and the second latch 22, respectively, and the operating member 20 causes the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 to connect and cooperate with the first latch 21 and the second latch 22, respectively.

[0033] Please see Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 In the first embodiment of this utility model, the engagement amount between the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 is smaller than the engagement amount between the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37. That is, when the operating member 20 is displaced, the engagement between the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 is unlocked first, and the engagement between the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37 is unlocked later, which facilitates the operating member 20 to sequentially change the rotation state of the first support member 31 and the second support member 32.

[0034] In the first embodiment of this utility model, the engagement amount between the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 is smaller than that between the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37. This is achieved by the distance between the inner walls of the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 being smaller than the distance between the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37. That is, when the operating member 20 is displaced, the first buckle 21 and the second buckle 22 are displaced simultaneously. Since the distance between the inner walls of the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 is small, the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 separate first. At this time, the first support member 31 rotates elastically due to the action of the first elastic member 34. When the operating member 20 is displaced again, the separation distance between the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37 is reached. At this time, the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37 separate. At this time, the second support member 32 rotates elastically due to the action of the first elastic member 34. Optionally, in some other embodiments, the engagement amount of the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36 can be made smaller than the engagement amount of the second buckle 22 and the second connecting groove 37 by changing the size and width of the first buckle 21 and the second buckle 22, or by changing the size and width of the first connecting groove 36 and the second connecting groove 37, or by changing the displacement of the first buckle 21 and the second buckle 22.

[0035] "Matching allowance" is a technical term familiar to those skilled in the art. It refers to the appropriate allowance in structural design when two components are connected via a snap-fit ​​mechanism. It ensures a secure connection between components while meeting the product's usage and testing requirements.

[0036] In the first and second embodiments of this utility model, the lengths of the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are different. Specifically, the length of the first support member 31 is less than the length of the second support member 32, and the second support member 32 can provide a larger adjustment angle and height for the bracket.

[0037] Please see Figure 9 , Figure 10 and Figure 11In the second embodiment of this utility model, the operating member 20 is provided with a sliding member 23 and a receiving hole 24. The sliding member 23 is housed in the receiving hole 24 and can move relative to the receiving hole 24. The second buckle 22 is provided on the sliding member 23. The maximum distance between the sliding member 23 and the inner wall of the receiving hole 24 is greater than the amount of engagement between the first buckle 21 and the first connecting groove 36.

[0038] When the operating member 20 is displaced, the first latch 21 and the first connecting groove 36 are first separated. At this time, the first support member 31 rotates relative to the operating member 20, and the sliding member 23 moves relative to the receiving hole 24. After the operating member 20 is displaced a certain distance, the inner wall of the receiving hole 24 abuts against the sliding member 23 and drives the sliding member 23 to displace. When the sliding member 23 is displaced a certain distance, the second latch 22 and the second connecting groove 37 are separated. At this time, the second support member 32 rotates relative to the operating member 20.

[0039] In the first and second embodiments of this utility model, the support structure 10 further includes a housing 40. The first support member 31 and the second support member 32 can be attached to the surface of the housing 40. The operating member 20 is partially housed within the housing 40 and moves within the housing 40. The operating member 20 includes a pressing member 25 and a guide member 26 connected to each other. The guide member 26 moves within the housing 40 and is connected to at least two support members 30. The pressing member 25 is exposed outside the housing 40. In the second embodiment of this utility model, the pressing member 25 is T-shaped, and a handle is provided between the pressing member 25 and the housing 40, which facilitates operation of the pressing member 25 by fingers.

[0040] In the first and second embodiments of this utility model, the guide member 26 is provided with a receiving hole 27, and a second elastic member 28 is provided inside the receiving hole 27. A blocking member 41 is provided on the housing 40. The two ends of the second elastic member 28 are connected to the receiving hole 27 and the blocking member 41, respectively. In the first embodiment, the receiving hole 27 is located on the side of the guide member 26, that is, on the side of the guide member 26 away from the pressing member 25. In the second embodiment, the receiving hole 27 is located on the top surface of the guide member 26, that is, on the side of the guide member 26 away from the housing 40. Both the second elastic member 28 and the blocking member 41 are located inside the receiving hole 27. This design facilitates the elastic reset of the operating member 20 after displacement. In the first embodiment of this utility model, the first buckle 21 and the second buckle 22 are provided on the guide member 26. In the second embodiment of this utility model, the first buckle 21 and the receiving hole 24 are provided on the guide member 26. The second elastic member 28 is a spring.

[0041] In the first and second embodiments of this utility model, a guide member 42 is provided on the housing 40, and the guide member 26 moves on the guide member 42. This facilitates the displacement of the guide member 26, and the guide member 42 guides the direction of movement, preventing the guide member 26 from deviating during movement.

[0042] A cover plate 43 is provided at the position corresponding to the guide member 26 on the housing 40. The cover plate 43 is connected to the housing 40. In the second embodiment of this utility model, the cover plate 43 covers the positions of the storage hole 27, the blocking member 41, and the second elastic member 28. The cover plate 43 is connected to the housing 40 by standard parts such as screws. The cover plate 43 is designed to limit the guide member 26, keeping it pressed against the housing 40 and preventing it from tilting or shifting.

[0043] Please see Figure 12 In the second embodiment of this utility model, one side of the pressing member 25 is recessed to form a handle position, which facilitates finger operation; a pad 44 is provided on the housing 40, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32. The pad 44 is a silicone pad, which plays the role of anti-slip and increasing friction, preventing the housing 40, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 from sliding easily on the plane. The second support member 32 is provided with a retaining member 38 at the position corresponding to the storage groove 35. There are two retaining members 38, which are arranged opposite to each other. The retaining member 38 can abut against the first support member 31. The first support member 31 is provided with a groove 39 at the position corresponding to the retaining member 38. The groove 39 can accommodate the retaining member 38 to form an integral structure. With the design of the retaining member 38 and the groove 39, when the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 are rotated and unfolded from the shell 40, and it is necessary to fold the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 into the shell 40, the first support member 31 can be pressed directly to achieve the folding of the first support member 31 and the second support member 32. That is, by controlling the first support member 31, the first support member 31 and the second support member 32 can be folded into the shell 40 directly.

[0044] Please see Figure 13 The third embodiment of this utility model provides a bracket 50, including the aforementioned support structure 10. An adhesive member 11 is provided at the bottom of the support structure 10, and the adhesive member 11 is connected to the bottom of the electronic device. The at least two support members 30 can be supported on a horizontal surface. The adhesive member 11 can be an adhesive backing, preferably 3M adhesive or a washable adhesive.

[0045] Please see Figure 14 , Figure 15A and Figure 15BThe fourth embodiment of this utility model provides a method 100 for adjusting the angle of a support, comprising the following steps: Step S1: attaching the support to the bottom of the electronic device; Step S2: controlling the rotation angle of at least two support members respectively using an operating component as needed; Step S3: placing the adjusted support on a flat surface. The electronic device in this embodiment is a laptop computer.

[0046] Please see Figure 16 The fifth embodiment of this utility model provides a support system 200, including at least two support structures 10. These at least two support structures 10 can be connected to the bottom of an electronic device. The number of support structures 10 is two, and the side of each support structure 10 away from the connection to the bottom of the electronic device is an inclined surface. Specifically, one side of the housing 40 is an inclined surface, and the height of the side of the housing 40 near the operating member 20 is less than the height of the side away from the operating member 20. This inclined surface design prevents the electronic device with the support 50 from shaking, improving operational stability. Optionally, in some other embodiments, only one support structure 10 can be connected to the bottom of the electronic device; simply extending the width of the support structure 10 to be sufficient to support the bottom of the electronic device is sufficient.

[0047] The technical solution provided in this application embodiment can include the following beneficial effects: The present invention provides a support structure including an operating component and at least two support components. The operating component is connected to the at least two support components, which are coaxially connected via a connecting shaft. Each of the at least two support components has a first elastic element positioned corresponding to the connecting shaft. The operating component can control the rotation angle of the at least two support components. The state of the at least two support components can be quickly adjusted via the operating component, thereby adjusting the angle and height of the support, facilitating operation. The coaxial connection design allows the at least two support components to be on the same plane, facilitating angle adjustment and avoiding the need for multiple rotating shafts, thus saving on shaft costs.

[0048] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model, and these modifications or substitutions should all be covered within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A support structure, characterized in that, It includes an operating component and at least two supporting components. The operating component is connected to the at least two supporting components, which are coaxially connected via a connecting shaft. Each of the at least two supporting components is provided with a first elastic element at a position corresponding to the connecting shaft. The operating component can control the rotation angle of the at least two supporting components.

2. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The at least two support members can be stacked, or at least two support members can be arranged adjacent to each other, or one support member can accommodate another support member.

3. The support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, One support member accommodates another support member, the at least two support members are rotatable relative to each other, and the operating member can control the rotation angle of at least two support members sequentially.

4. A support structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The at least two support members include a first support member and a second support member, and the first support member and the second support member are detachably connected to the operating member.

5. A support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second support member is provided with a storage groove. When the first support member and the second support member are on the same plane, the first support member is stored in the storage groove.

6. A support structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second support member has a supporting member at the position corresponding to the storage groove. The supporting member can support the first support member. The first support member has a groove at the position corresponding to the supporting member. The groove can accommodate the supporting member.

7. A support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first support member is provided with a first connecting groove, the second support member is provided with a second connecting groove, and the operating member is provided with a first buckle and a second buckle respectively. The first connecting groove is connected to the first buckle, and the second connecting groove is connected to the second buckle.

8. A support structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The operating component is provided with a sliding component and a receiving hole. The sliding component is housed in the receiving hole and can move relative to the receiving hole. The second buckle is provided on the sliding component. The maximum distance between the sliding component and the inner wall of the receiving hole is greater than the engagement amount between the first buckle and the first connecting groove.

9. A support structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The support structure further includes a housing, the first support member and the second support member can be attached to the surface of the housing, the operating member includes a pressing member and a guide member connected to each other, the guide member is connected to the first support member and the second support member, the first buckle and the second buckle are disposed on the guide member, and the pressing member is exposed outside the housing.

10. A support structure comprising the support structure described in any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, An adhesive component is provided at the bottom of the support structure, and the adhesive component is connected to the bottom of the electronic device.

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