Action display device accessory and pivotal connector therefor

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of action display device accessories and its pivot connector, to solve the problem that action display device accessories using existing pivot connector cannot be used for different thickness action display device. The pivot connector of the utility model is suitable for rotatably connecting a function body and a support, the pivot connector includes: a base body, including a first block suitable for connecting the function body and a second block suitable for connecting the support, the second block is arranged in the first block;And a push block, displaceably arranged in the base body, the first block and the second block jointly elastically clamp the push block of a spreader, and when the push block is displaced relative to the base body, the spreader causes the second block to be displaced relative to the first block along a first direction.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a mobile display device accessory and its components, and more particularly to a mobile display device accessory and its pivot connector with height adjustment function. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing popularity of tablet devices such as tablet computers, mobile display accessories such as the Magic Keyboard have been launched on the market to improve the convenience of input operation. These accessories can be magnetically or mechanically connected to tablet devices and provide keyboard input functionality.

[0003] These types of mobile display device accessories are usually equipped with a pivoting mechanism, which allows the tablet support and keyboard to open and close relative to each other. When stored or carried, the keyboard can be closed onto the tablet device, and when in use, it can be pivoted and unfolded to the appropriate position.

[0004] However, in the aforementioned existing mobile display device accessories, the pivot connectors used in the pivot structure are all designed with a fixed height; that is, when the mobile display device accessory is closed, there is a fixed and non-adjustable gap between its tablet support and the keyboard. Therefore, the structure of the mobile display device accessory using the existing pivot connector does not take into account the compatibility requirements with tablet devices of different thicknesses.

[0005] Specifically, if this mobile display accessory is used with a thinner tablet, a gap will appear between the keyboard and the tablet when the accessory is closed, causing the overall structure to become loose. This not only makes storage and protection difficult but also results in a poor user experience. Conversely, if the mobile display accessory is used with a thicker tablet, the keyboard may not be able to close completely and will be pushed up, causing problems such as a loose seal and uneven stress on the structure, which also affects the user experience.

[0006] Therefore, existing mobile display device accessories are all specifically designed for a particular model of tablet device, lacking versatility and incompatible with tablet devices of different sizes or thicknesses, failing to meet the needs of multi-model or cross-brand use. Furthermore, this highly customized design not only increases the costs of mold development and production line changeover, but also requires manufacturers to maintain inventory of multiple models to meet diverse user needs. This not only increases the complexity of inventory management and warehousing costs, but also easily leads to an imbalance where some models are overstocked while others are in short supply, impacting overall operational efficiency and market responsiveness. Utility Model Content

[0007] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the inventor felt that it was not perfect, so he devoted his mind to research and overcoming it, and then developed a pivot connector with a high degree of adjustment, so that the mobile display device accessories using the pivot connector can be adapted to various specifications of mobile display devices.

[0008] To achieve the above and other objectives, the present invention provides a pivot connector suitable for rotatably connecting a functional body and a support member. The pivot connector includes: a base, comprising a first block adapted to connect the functional body and a second block adapted to connect the support member, the second block being disposed on the first block; and a push block displaceably disposed on the base, wherein the first block and the second block together elastically clamp a spreading member of the push block, and when the push block is displaced relative to the base, the spreading member causes the second block to displace relative to the first block along a first direction.

[0009] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the first block and the second block may have an accommodating space for mounting and clamping the expansion member. The height of the accommodating space in the first direction may be less than or equal to the height of the expansion member in the first direction, and has a tendency to increase or decrease along a second direction. When the push block is displaced relative to the base, the expansion member may change its position in the accommodating space along the second direction.

[0010] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the base may have multiple stops, which may be disposed on the first block and / or the second block and arranged along the second direction. When the push block is not displaced relative to the base, the opening member may be confined between any two adjacent stops.

[0011] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the first block may be provided with a first clip, and the second block may be provided with a second clip. The surfaces of the first clip and the second clip facing each other may form the sidewall of the accommodating space. The height of the accommodating space in the first direction is the distance between the surfaces of the first clip and the second clip facing each other in the first direction.

[0012] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the stop portion can be a protruding structure provided on the facing surfaces of the first clamp and the second clamp.

[0013] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the stop portion may have a convex arc structure and form a smooth transition with both sides of the stop portion in the second direction.

[0014] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the expansion member can be cylindrical, and the first block and the second block can be elastically clamped together on the circumferential surface of the expansion member, with a concave arc surface formed between any two adjacent stops.

[0015] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the push block may include a fitting portion that fits onto the second block and allows the two ends of the expander to engage. A first auxiliary guide portion of the first block and a second auxiliary guide portion of the push block together restrict the push block to translate only relative to the base along the second direction.

[0016] In the aforementioned pivot connector, there is a gap between the fitting portion and the top surface of the second block, which may be greater than or equal to the maximum distance by which the opening member can cause the second block to displace relative to the first block in the first direction.

[0017] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the push block may include an extension that can connect to the fitting part and extend along the second direction. The first block may be provided with a guide rail that extends along the second direction, and the extension can translate along the guide rail.

[0018] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the base may include a plurality of elastic clamping groups located on the outer periphery of the spreader, the plurality of elastic clamping groups being able to combine the first block with the second block.

[0019] In the aforementioned pivot connector, the first block may have multiple first through holes along the first direction, and the second block may have multiple second through holes along the first direction. A shoulder may be formed in each of the second through holes. Each elastic clamping assembly may consist of an elastic member fitted onto a coupling member, with a head connected to the coupling member. The coupling member may pass through one of the second through holes and engage with the corresponding first through hole. The elastic member may be limited between the head and the shoulder.

[0020] This utility model also provides a mobile display device accessory, comprising: a functional body; a support member; and at least one of the aforementioned pivot connectors, rotatably connecting the functional body and the support member.

[0021] Accordingly, the pivot connector of this invention provides height adjustment functionality in the first direction through a simple structure, enabling mobile display device accessories using this pivot connector to adjust the distance between the functional body and the support member according to the specifications of the mobile display device to be assembled. Therefore, the mobile display device accessories of this invention can be adapted to various specifications of mobile display devices and help simplify product lines and reduce production and inventory costs. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the pivot connector of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional exploded view of the pivot connector of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 3 forFigure 1 A top-view structural diagram.

[0025] Figure 4 For along Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure along section AA.

[0026] Figure 5 For Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure after height adjustment.

[0027] Figure 6 for Figure 4 A magnified schematic diagram of a portion of region B.

[0028] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the mobile display device accessory of this utility model when it is in the closed state.

[0029] Figure Labels

[0030] 100 Pivot Connector

[0031] 200 Mobile Display Device Accessories

[0032] 1. Matrix

[0033] 11 First block

[0034] 111 First perforation

[0035] 112 First clip

[0036] 113 First Auxiliary Guidance Unit

[0037] 114 guide rail

[0038] 12 Second block

[0039] 121 Second perforation

[0040] 122 Shoulder

[0041] 123 Second clip

[0042] 13 Flexible clamping assembly

[0043] 131 Connector

[0044] 132 Elastic element

[0045] 133 Head

[0046] 14. Stopping part

[0047] 2 Push Blocks

[0048] 21. Support piece

[0049] 22 sets of fittings

[0050] 23 Second Auxiliary Guidance Unit

[0051] 24 Extension

[0052] 25. Actuating section

[0053] 3 Functional Body

[0054] 4 Support components

[0055] D1 First Direction

[0056] D2 Second Direction

[0057] H1, H2 height

[0058] H3 Total Height

[0059] M mobile display device

[0060] S accommodating space

[0061] T-spacing Detailed Implementation

[0062] To fully understand the purpose, features, and effects of this utility model, the following specific embodiments, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, will provide a detailed description of this utility model:

[0063] Please refer to Figures 1 to 6 This is a preferred embodiment of the pivot connector 100 of the present invention. The pivot connector 100 includes a base 1 and a push block 2, the push block 2 being displaceably disposed on the base 1.

[0064] The base 1 includes a first block 11 and a second block 12. The second block 12 is disposed on the first block 11, and the first block 11 and the second block 12 together elastically clamp a spreading member 21 of the push block 2. When the push block 2 is displaced relative to the base 1, the spreading member 21 can cause the second block 12 to be displaced relative to the first block 11 along a first direction D1.

[0065] Specifically, in one embodiment of this utility model, the base 1 may include a plurality of elastic clamping groups 13, which are located on the outer periphery of the supporting member 21; for example, on the front and rear sides, left and right sides, or equally distributed around the circumference of the supporting member 21. The base 1 may be combined with the first block 11 and the second block 12 by the plurality of elastic clamping groups 13.

[0066] For example, along the first direction D1, a plurality of first through holes 111 can be provided in the first block 11, and a plurality of second through holes 121 can be provided in the second block 12; wherein each of the second through holes 121 can also form a shoulder 122 by varying the hole diameter. Each elastic clamping assembly 13 may include a connecting member 131, an elastic member 132, and a head 133, the head 133 being connected to the end of the connecting member 131, and the elastic member 132 being, for example, a compression spring.

[0067] Accordingly, each of the elastic clamping groups 13 can fit the elastic member 132 onto the connecting member 131, and the connecting member 131 can pass through one of the aforementioned second through holes 121 and be connected to the corresponding first through hole 111 (any connection method such as tight fit, screwing or bonding can be used), so that the elastic member 132 can be limited between the head 133 and the shoulder 122, thereby enabling the multiple elastic clamping groups 13 to jointly maintain the first block 11 and the second block 12 in a stable relative elastic clamping in the first direction D1.

[0068] On the other hand, a receiving space S is provided between the first block 11 and the second block 12 for mounting and clamping the supporting member 21. For example, but not limited to, in one embodiment of the present invention, the first block 11 may be provided with a first clamping piece 112, and the second block 12 may be provided with a second clamping piece 123, with the facing surfaces of the first clamping piece 112 and the second clamping piece 123 forming the sidewall of the receiving space S. The first clamping piece 112 may be assembled to the body portion of the first block 11, or integrally formed and connected to the body portion of the first block 11; the first clamping piece 112 and the body portion of the first block 11 may be made of different materials. The relationship between the second clamping piece 123 and the body portion of the second block 12 is the same.

[0069] The height H1 of the accommodating space S in the first direction D1 (i.e., the distance between the opposing surfaces of the first clamping piece 112 and the second clamping piece 123 in the first direction D1) is less than or equal to the height H2 of the spreading member 21 in the first direction D1, and has a tendency to increase or decrease along a second direction D2; and when the push block 2 is displaced relative to the base 1, the spreading member 21 can change its position in the accommodating space S along the second direction D2. Thus, the displacement of the spreading member 21 along the second direction D2 can change the degree to which the spreading member 21 spreads the first block 11 and the second block 12 along the first direction D1, thereby adjusting the total height H3 of the overall pivot connector 100 in the first direction D1 (in this embodiment, it refers to the maximum distance between the bottom end of the first block 11 and the top end of the second block 12 in the first direction D1).

[0070] In addition to the above embodiments, in one embodiment of the present invention, the base 1 may also have a plurality of stop portions 14. The plurality of stop portions 14 are disposed on the first block 11 and / or the second block 12 and arranged along the second direction D2. When the push block 2 is not displaced relative to the base 1, the opening member 21 can be confined between any two adjacent stop portions 14. When the push block 2 is displaced relative to the base 1, the opening member 21 will change its relative position with the plurality of stop portions 14 in the accommodating space S along the second direction D2, thereby passing over one of the stop portions 14 and moving between one of the stop portions 14 and the next stop portion 14, or being confined between two other adjacent stop portions 14. Thus, by providing the multiple stop portions 14, this embodiment allows the expansion member 21 to remain more securely in the intended position within the accommodating space S without arbitrarily sliding. Consequently, the total height H3 of the overall pivot connector 100 in the first direction D1 will be maintained and will not easily undergo unexpected changes.

[0071] For example, but not limited to, the stop portion 14 in this embodiment can be a protruding structure provided on the facing surfaces of the first clamping piece 112 and the second clamping piece 123. In this embodiment, the stop portion 14 can have a convex arc structure, and form a smooth transition with both sides of the stop portion 14 in the second direction D2, that is, the connection between the stop portion 14 and the two sides presents a smooth continuity, thereby improving the smoothness of the expansion member 21 when rolling displacement in the accommodating space S, and the operating feel when the user moves the push block 2. At the same time, the structure with a smooth transition also makes it easier for the expansion member 21 to move bidirectionally along the second direction D2 in the accommodating space S, allowing the user to easily move the push block 2 to adjust the total height H3 without effort.

[0072] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the expanding member 21 can be cylindrical, and the first block 11 and the second block 12 are elastically clamped together on the circumferential surface of the expanding member 21. Therefore, a concave arc surface can be formed between any two adjacent stop portions 14 to conform to the shape of the expanding member 21 and improve the stability of clamping with the expanding member 21. In other embodiments, an inclined surface can also be formed between any two adjacent stop portions 14, as long as the step difference between the inclined surfaces is not too large, allowing the expanding member 21 to move bidirectionally along the second direction D2 within the accommodating space S.

[0073] It is worth mentioning that although the illustration in this embodiment shows three stop portions 14 so that the total height H3 of the overall pivot connector 100 can be adjusted in two stages, it does not limit the present invention; in other embodiments, more stop portions 14 can be provided so that the height can be adjusted in multiple stages.

[0074] In addition to the above embodiments, in one embodiment of the present invention, the second direction D2 is orthogonal to the first direction D1, so that the structural design of the base 1 and the push block 2 can be relatively simple, so as to facilitate manufacturing and assembly.

[0075] Furthermore, the push block 2 may include a fitting portion 22, which is generally U-shaped and can be fitted onto the second block 12 from above, allowing the two ends of the support member 21 to be rotatably engaged. The first block 11 may have a first auxiliary guide portion 113, and the push block 2 may have a second auxiliary guide portion 23 corresponding to the first auxiliary guide portion 113; for example, the first auxiliary guide portion 113 may be a protrusion on the side of the first block 11, and the second auxiliary guide portion 23 may be an elongated groove extending along the second direction D2; or the two may be arranged in opposite directions. In this way, the first auxiliary guide portion 113 and the second auxiliary guide portion 23 can jointly restrict the push block 2 to translate only relative to the base 1 along the second direction D2.

[0076] The fitting portion 22 of the push block 2 and the top surface of the second block 12 are separated by a predetermined distance T (indicated by a distance T). Figure 6 The spacing T is greater than or equal to the maximum distance (e.g., 0.5 to 1 mm) that the spreading member 21 can cause the second block 12 to displace relative to the first block 11 along the first direction D1, thereby ensuring that the fitting portion 22 of the push block 2 will not interfere with the displacement of the second block 12 relative to the first block 11.

[0077] In addition to the above embodiments, in one embodiment of the present invention, the push block 2 may further include an extension 24, which connects to the fitting portion 22 and extends along the second direction D2. The first block 11 may be provided with a guide rail 114 extending along the second direction D2, and the extension 24 of the push block 2 translates along the guide rail 114 to improve the stability of the push block 2 when displaced relative to the base 1.

[0078] In addition to the above embodiments, in one embodiment of the present invention, the push block 2 may also include a toggle part 25, which may be, for example, a protrusion protruding from any position of the push block 2, which can facilitate the user's finger to apply force to drive the entire push block 2 to move relative to the base 1.

[0079] Please refer to Figure 7The mobile display device accessory 200 using the pivot connector 100 of this embodiment can rotatably connect a functional body 3 and a support member 4 via at least one pivot connector 100. For example, the functional body 3 is connected by a first block 11 of the pivot connector 100, and the support member 4 is connected by a second block 12 of the pivot connector 100. The functional body 3 can be, for example, an input device such as a keyboard; the support member 4 can be magnetically or mechanically connected to a mobile display device M, which can be, for example, a tablet computer, a drawing tablet, a flat panel display, or a control panel for a specific purpose, or a convertible laptop.

[0080] Accordingly, the mobile display device accessory 200 of this embodiment allows the user to adjust the distance between the functional body 3 and the support member 4 according to the specifications of their mobile display device M via the pivot connector 100. In other words, when the mobile display device accessory 200 is closed, there will be no excessive gap between the functional body 3 and the mobile display device M, and there will be no situation where the cover is not tight. In this way, not only is it ensured that the mobile display device accessory 200 can provide good storage, protection and user experience, but it also makes the mobile display device accessory 200 have good versatility, compatible with mobile display devices M of various sizes or thicknesses, meeting the needs of multiple models or cross-brand use, thereby achieving the effects of reducing the various production costs of the mobile display device accessory 200, simplifying the inventory management complexity of retailers, reducing warehousing costs, and improving overall operational efficiency and market responsiveness.

[0081] This utility model has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are only used to describe this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model. It should be noted that all variations and substitutions equivalent to these embodiments should be included within the scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model shall be determined by the claims.

Claims

1. A pivotal connector adapted to rotatably connect a functional body and a support member, characterized in that, The pivot connector includes: A base, comprising a first block adapted to connect the functional body and a second block adapted to connect the support member, the second block being disposed on the first block; and A push block is disposed displaceably on the base. The first block and the second block together elastically clamp a support member of the push block. When the push block is displaced relative to the base, the support member causes the second block to be displaced relative to the first block along a first direction.

2. The pivot connector of claim 1, wherein There is an accommodating space between the first block and the second block for setting and clamping the support member. The height of the accommodating space in the first direction is less than or equal to the height of the support member in the first direction, and has a tendency to increase or decrease along a second direction. When the push block is displaced relative to the base, the support member changes its position in the accommodating space along the second direction.

3. The pivot connector of claim 2, wherein, The base has multiple stops, which are disposed on the first block and / or the second block and arranged along the second direction. When the push block is not displaced relative to the base, the spreading member is confined between any two adjacent stops.

4. The pivot connector of claim 3, wherein, The first block is provided with a first clip, and the second block is provided with a second clip. The surfaces of the first clip and the second clip facing each other form the sidewall of the accommodating space. The height of the accommodating space in the first direction is the distance between the surfaces of the first clip and the second clip facing each other in the first direction.

5. The pivotal connector of claim 4 wherein, The stop is a protruding structure provided on the facing surfaces of the first clip and the second clip.

6. The pivot connector of claim 5, wherein, The stop portion has a convex arc structure and forms a smooth transition with the two sides of the stop portion in the second direction.

7. The pivotal connector of claim 6 wherein, The support member is cylindrical, and the first block and the second block are elastically clamped together on the circumferential surface of the support member, forming a concave arc surface between any two adjacent stops.

8. The pivot connector of claim 2, wherein, The push block includes a fitting part that fits onto the second block and allows the two ends of the spreader to engage. A first auxiliary guide part of the first block and a second auxiliary guide part of the push block together restrict the push block to translate only relative to the base along the second direction.

9. The pivotal connector of claim 8 wherein, The fitting portion has a gap between itself and the top surface of the second block, the gap being greater than or equal to the maximum distance by which the spreader can cause the second block to displace relative to the first block in the first direction.

10. The pivot connector of claim 8, wherein, The push block includes an extension that connects to the fitting part and extends along the second direction. The first block is provided with a guide rail that extends along the second direction, and the extension translates along the guide rail.

11. The pivot connector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base includes a plurality of elastic clamping groups located on the outer periphery of the expander, the plurality of elastic clamping groups combining the first block and the second block.

12. The pivot connector of claim 11, wherein, The first block has a plurality of first through holes along the first direction, and the second block has a plurality of second through holes along the first direction. A shoulder is formed in each of the second through holes. Each elastic clamping assembly consists of an elastic member fitted onto a connecting member, a head connected to the connecting member, the connecting member passing through one of the second through holes and engaging with the corresponding first through hole, and the elastic member being limited between the head and the shoulder.

13. An action display device accessory, comprising: Include: One functional entity; One support component; and At least one pivot connector as described in any one of claims 1 to 12 rotatably connects the functional body to the support member.

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