A dynamic display collection box for a train model

Abstract

The utility model discloses a train model dynamic display collection box, include: box body, the both ends of box body can detachable setting have side cover, the bottom of box body is provided with PCB board, is provided with model train to and fro track on the PCB board, model train to and fro track's both sides are provided with model train platform, and the both ends of model train to and fro track are provided with external connection rail mouth, the side cover of box body both ends, and / or the top of box body and the setting of PCB board has cascade structure, cascade structure includes setting in the cover of box body both sides, and / or the top of box body and the cascade screw hole on the PCB board, the utility model discloses can dynamic display train model, and the enhancement ornamental property and interactivity, the utility model discloses through cascade design, can adapt to the train model of different length and display demand, the utility model discloses can effectively solve the space limit problem, is suitable for family and small -size display space use, the utility model discloses can realize dynamic display and static collection's seamless switching, simplifies daily management.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of model toy technology, and in particular to a dynamic display and collection box for a train model. Background Technology

[0002] Current train model display cases are mainly used for static display and collection of train models, and cannot showcase the dynamic beauty of trains in motion.

[0003] While sand table systems exist on the market that can dynamically display train models, their installation is complex, involving numerous wires, occupying a large space, and taking a very long time to build. They are also inconvenient to store and organize, making them unsuitable for home environments or scenarios with limited space. Furthermore, after enjoying the dynamic display, users must manually put the train model back into the static display box, a cumbersome process. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to propose a dynamic display and collection box for train models, aiming to enrich the functionality of the train model display and collection box, so that it has both static collection function and dynamic and static display function, thereby improving the user experience.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes a dynamic display and collection box for a train model, comprising: a box body, side cover plates detachably provided at both ends of the box body, a PCB board provided at the bottom of the box body, a model train reciprocating track provided on the PCB board, model train platforms provided on both sides of the model train reciprocating track, and external track openings provided at both ends of the model train reciprocating track; a cascaded structure is provided on the side cover plates at both ends of the box body, and / or on the top of the box body and the PCB board.

[0006] The cascaded structure includes cascaded screw holes on the cover plates on both sides of the box body, and / or on the top of the box body and on the PCB board.

[0007] A further technical solution of this utility model is that the PCB board integrates a mobile phone TYPE-C fast charging deception power module, an MCU and a power carrier modulation circuit;

[0008] The MCU, as the core controller, is responsible for detecting and responding to the state set by the user through external knobs and switches to control the driving state of the train model.

[0009] The power carrier modulation circuit is used to combine power and control signals together and transmit them to the train model through two model train back-and-forth tracks, realizing wireless power supply and command transmission.

[0010] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a high-speed gear transcoder and a low-speed gear transcoder are provided at one end of the PCB board; a basic setting switch is provided at one end of the PCB board near the low-speed gear transcoder, and a power indicator light is provided near the basic setting switch.

[0011] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a number of streetlights are provided on one side of the PCB board via streetlight pin sockets.

[0012] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a background model device light, a background model device fixing hole, and a background device power socket are provided on one side of the PCB board.

[0013] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a main control and controlled switch and a main control indicator light are provided on the other side of the PCB board; a main control and controlled left connector is provided at one end of the PCB board, and a main control and controlled right connector is provided at the other end of the PCB board.

[0014] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a turnout control dial switch is provided on the other side of the PCB board, and a DCC output port is provided on one side.

[0015] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a digital sound effect demonstration transcoder is provided on one side of the PCB board and a digital sound effect demonstration transcoder is provided on the other side.

[0016] A further technical solution of this utility model is that a left track sensor, a left track sensor switch and a left track sensor are provided at one end of the PCB board, and a right track sensor, a right track sensor switch and a right track sensor are provided at the other end of the PCB board.

[0017] A further technical solution of this utility model is that one end of the PCB board is provided with a left signal light inward socket, a left signal light outward socket, a Type-C power left interface, and a micro display left socket, and the other end is provided with a right signal light outward socket, a right signal light inward socket, a Type-C power right interface, and a micro display right socket. The PCB board is also provided with signal lights.

[0018] In summary, the technical effects of this utility model's dynamic display and collection box for train models are:

[0019] 1. Improved display effect: This utility model can dynamically display train models, enhancing their visual appeal and interactivity.

[0020] 2. Flexible scalability: Through cascading design, this utility model can adapt to train models of different lengths and display needs.

[0021] 3. Intelligent control: This utility model can automatically adjust the driving direction, reduce user operation, and improve the experience.

[0022] 4. Space optimization: This utility model can effectively solve the problem of space limitation and is suitable for use in homes and small exhibition spaces.

[0023] 5. Convenient storage: This utility model can achieve seamless switching between dynamic display and static collection, simplifying daily management. 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 overall structure of a preferred embodiment of the dynamic display and collection box for train models of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the preferred embodiment of the dynamic display and collection box for train models without the box body;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the PCB board structure;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of two train model dynamic display cases cascading horizontally;

[0029] Figure 5 This is another horizontally cascaded diagram showing two dynamic display cases for train models;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the horizontally cascaded internal structure of two dynamic display boxes for train models;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a vertically cascaded diagram of two train model display cases.

[0032] Figure 8 It is a vertically cascaded side view of two train models dynamically displaying a collection box;

[0033] Figure 9 It is a vertically cascaded main view of two train model collection boxes dynamically displayed;

[0034] Figure 10 This is a cascaded diagram showing four train model collection boxes dynamically displayed.

[0035] Figure 11 This is another angle of the cascading diagram showing the four train model collection boxes dynamically displayed.

[0036] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0037] 1. Box body; 2. Side cover plate; 3. PCB board; 4. Model train reciprocating track; 5. Model train platform; 6. External track connection port; 7. Cascade screw hole; 8. Speed ​​gear high-position converter; 9. Speed ​​gear low-position converter; 10. Basic setting DIP switch; 11. Power indicator light; 12. Street light pin socket; 13. Street light; 14. Background model device light; 15. Background model device fixing hole; 16. Background device power socket; 17. Main control and controlled switch; 18. Main control indicator light; 19. Main control and controlled left connection socket; 20. Main control and controlled right connection socket; 21. Turnout control DIP switch; DCC Output port 22; Digital sound effect demo transcoder 23; Digital sound effect demo transcoder 24; Left track sensor 25; Left track sensor switch 26; Left track sensor 27; Right track sensor 28; Right track sensor switch 29; Right track sensor 30; Left signal light inward socket 31; Left signal light outward socket 32; Type-C power left interface 33; Micro display left socket 34; Right signal light outward socket 35; Right signal light inward socket 36; Type-C power right interface 37; Micro display right socket 38; Signal light 39.

[0038] The 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

[0039] 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.

[0040] To address the shortcomings of existing train model display boxes, which are primarily used for static display and collection of train models and fail to showcase the dynamic beauty of trains in motion; although sand table systems exist that can dynamically display train models, their installation is complex, involves numerous wiring, occupies a large space, and takes a very long time to build; they are also inconvenient to store and organize, making them unsuitable for home environments or scenarios with limited space; and users still need to manually put the train model back into the static display box after enjoying the dynamic display, which is cumbersome, this utility model proposes a solution.

[0041] Specifically, this invention proposes a dynamic display and storage box for train models. When not displaying the train model dynamically, users can directly use this box for traditional static display and storage, achieving a seamless switch between dynamic display and static storage, simplifying daily management, and solving space limitations. It is suitable for personal homes and small display spaces. This invention can also maximize storage space utilization through a cascaded design of multiple dynamic display and storage boxes, accommodating train models of different lengths and display needs. This invention also supports independent or unified control, automatically adjusting the train's direction of travel to prevent the model from going off track, allowing it to travel back and forth within a short section of track. This invention can be directly set via a DIP switch on the dynamic display and storage box, simplifying the user operation process and improving the user experience.

[0042] More specifically, such as Figures 1 to 11 As shown, a preferred embodiment of the dynamic display and collection box for train models of this utility model includes: a box body 1, side cover plates 2 detachably provided at both ends of the box body 1, a PCB board 3 provided at the bottom of the box body 1, a model train reciprocating track 4 provided on the PCB board 3, model train platforms 5 provided on both sides of the model train reciprocating track 4, and external track openings 6 provided at both ends of the model train reciprocating track 4; a cascaded structure is provided on the side cover plates 2 at both ends of the box body 1, and / or on the top of the box body 1 and on the PCB board 3.

[0043] The cascaded structure includes cascaded screw holes 7 on the cover plates on both sides of the housing 1, and / or on the top of the housing 1 and on the PCB board 3.

[0044] In this embodiment, the model train reciprocating track 4 of two or more dynamic display and collection boxes of train models can be connected by track insulating connecting pieces, and the box body 1 of two or more dynamic display and collection boxes of train models can be connected by the cascading screw holes 7, so as to realize the longitudinal or lateral expansion and cascading of two or more train model display boxes.

[0045] In this embodiment, the PCB board 3 integrates a mobile phone TYPE-C fast charging deception power module, an MCU, and a power carrier modulation circuit.

[0046] The MCU, as the core controller, is responsible for detecting and responding to the state set by the user through external knobs and switches to control the driving state of the train model.

[0047] The power carrier modulation circuit is used to combine power and control signals together and transmit them to the train model through the two model train reciprocating tracks 4, realizing wireless power supply and command transmission.

[0048] In this embodiment, a speed level high-level encoder 8 and a speed level low-level encoder 9 are provided at one end of the PCB board 3; a basic setting dial switch 10 is provided at one end of the PCB board 3 near the speed level low-level encoder 9, and a power indicator light 11 is provided near the basic setting dial switch 10.

[0049] Several streetlights 13 are mounted on one side of the PCB board 3 via streetlight pin sockets 12.

[0050] The PCB board 3 is also provided with a background model device light 14, a background model device fixing hole 15, and a background device power socket 16 on one side.

[0051] On the other side of the PCB board 3, a main control switch 17 and a main control indicator light 18 are provided; one end of the PCB board 3 is provided with a main control left connector 19, and the other end of the PCB board 3 is provided with a main control right connector 20.

[0052] In this embodiment, a turnout control dial switch 21 is also provided on the other side of the PCB board 3, and a DCC output port 22 is also provided on one side.

[0053] In this embodiment, a digital sound effect demonstration transcoder 23 is also provided on one side of the PCB board 3, and a digital sound effect demonstration transcoder 24 is also provided on the other side. The digital sound effect demonstration transcoder 23 and digital sound effect demonstration transcoder 24 can be connected to an external MP3 player to play the sound effects of the train model, thereby improving the user experience.

[0054] In this embodiment, one end of the PCB board 3 is also provided with a left track sensor 25, a left track sensor switch 26 and a left track sensor 27, and the other end of the PCB board 3 is also provided with a right track sensor 28, a right track sensor switch 29 and a right track sensor 30.

[0055] In this embodiment, one end of the PCB board 3 is provided with a left signal light inward socket 31, a left signal light outward socket 32, a Type-C power left interface 33, and a micro display left socket 34, and the other end is provided with a right signal light outward socket 35, a right signal light inward socket 36, a Type-C power right interface 37, and a micro display right socket 38. The PCB board 3 is also provided with a signal light 39.

[0056] In this embodiment, the left socket 34 and the right socket 38 of the micro-display screen are used to connect the micro-display screen, which can be used to display train model parameters, such as speed and direction.

[0057] The structure and working principle of the dynamic display and collection box for train models of this utility model will be further explained below.

[0058] The bottom of this utility model train model dynamic display and collection box is a single PCB board 3. The PCB board 3 integrates a mobile phone TYPE-C fast charging decoy power module, an MCU (microcontroller unit), a power carrier modulation circuit (train model drive module), and interfaces for external streetlights, signal lights, ambient lights, switches, and left / right cascading connections. The MCU, as the core controller, is responsible for detecting and responding to user settings via external knobs and switches to change corresponding modules (such as turning streetlights on / off, ambient lights on / off, train model speed and default direction, making the train emit corresponding sound effects and jet effects, etc.), monitoring sensor module status, controlling the color of traffic LED indicators to indicate the train model's direction of travel, and adjusting the train model's travel status. The power carrier modulation circuit combines power and control signals, transmitting them to the train model via two tracks to achieve wireless power supply and command transmission. The MCU uses power carrier modulation technology to send power and signals to the two tracks simultaneously, and the train model receives the power and command information to perform corresponding actions. Users can input commands to the MCU via DIP switches, such as starting / stopping the train, adjusting the speed, and starting / stopping lighting and sound effects. Sensors are installed at both ends of the track. The sensor modules are responsible for detecting the position of the train model. When the train model is detected to be approaching the end of the track, a reversing mechanism is automatically triggered, causing the train model to automatically change its direction of travel.

[0059] When the model approaches the end of the track, the MCU triggers a reversal mechanism. This invention features traffic LED lights on both sides of the track, displaying red (prohibited direction) and green (permitted direction) lights to indicate the current travel direction of the train model. The LED indicator module dynamically adjusts the display status of the red and green lights according to the train model's travel direction.

[0060] This invention can also achieve physical cascading of multiple dynamic display and collection boxes for train models through track insulation connecting pieces. Each dynamic display and collection box for train models can be equipped with an independent control box or can be controlled uniformly by the first display box through a switch.

[0061] Box 1 can be freely cascaded for length splicing and can be flexibly adjusted according to the length and number of train models.

[0062] The control mechanism of this utility model's dynamic display and collection box for train models is as follows: By setting the DIP switch of the dynamic display and collection box, the train model on the track can be controlled to accelerate, decelerate, and travel at a constant speed, as well as the status of sound effects and lights, thereby enhancing the realism and fun of the dynamic display.

[0063] The cascading and control scheme of this utility model's dynamic display and collection box for train models is as follows: multiple dynamic display and collection boxes of this utility model for train models can be physically cascaded using track insulating connecting plates; each control box can control one or more cascaded display boxes.

[0064] This utility model's dynamic display and storage box for train models features a freely switchable on / off function, allowing users to choose between independent control of a single control box or unified control of all cascaded display boxes by the first control box. Alternatively, the control box on the left can take over control of any of the control boxes on the right, ensuring maximum utilization of storage space. It also adapts to the needs of train models of varying lengths and displays, including dynamic racing cars.

[0065] This utility model train model dynamic display and collection box has LED lights installed on both sides of the end of the track. Red lights indicate the direction where passage is prohibited, and green lights indicate the direction where passage is permitted, enhancing the visual indication effect.

[0066] This utility model's dynamic display and collection box for train models features a monitoring sensor module: sensors are installed on both sides of the track's end to detect the train model's position; when the sensors detect that the train model is approaching the track's end, a reversal mechanism is automatically triggered, causing the train model to change its direction of travel. The color of the traffic LED indicator light is used to indicate the train model's direction of travel.

[0067] The train model dynamic display collection box offers convenient storage and display conversion: Through an innovative design, the box structure is easy to open and close, allowing users to directly store the train model in the dynamic display collection box when not in dynamic display, replacing the traditional static display collection box for train models.

[0068] It is worth mentioning that the train model involved in this utility model receives and executes corresponding commands, such as speed, direction, sound effects, and lighting effects, through a power carrier on the track.

[0069] Power carrier refers to Digital Command Control, or DCC for short. DCC is a standard for digitally controlled model train systems. When a model train is equipped with DCC, multiple model trains can be controlled independently on the same section or set of tracks.

[0070] This utility model's dynamic display and collection box for train models supports both analog and digital train models. The analog train model works by adjusting the voltage and polarity on the track to control the direction and speed of the simulated train. The digital train model refers to a train model with its own internal decoding circuitry.

[0071] The principle of analog control (DC: Direct Current) is to adjust the output voltage, which is transmitted to the motor in the train model through two tracks. The speed will change depending on the received voltage.

[0072] The principle of digital control is that the controller issues command signals, which are then translated into electrical signals by a digital encoder and applied to the track. Pre-installed chips inside the locomotive receive these electrical signals, translate them back into command signals, and then perform actions. The digital (sound effect) chips installed on the locomotive determine its digital functions. Digital chips generally fall into two main categories: ordinary digital chips and digital sound effect chips. Ordinary digital chips have limited functions; the most commonly used functions are lighting control (allowing a specific group of lights on or off at will) and locomotive control (each chip on a locomotive can have a unique control address; for example, if the control address is 3, then only when the controller operates the locomotive chip with address 3 will the corresponding locomotive execute the command). More advanced chips are digital sound effect chips, which not only perform all the functions of ordinary digital chips but can also simulate real train sounds such as horns and diesel engine roars.

[0073] The most fundamental difference between analog and digital control is that in digital control, the train models have a defined address; the controller instructs only specific train models to move, ignoring the others. Analog control, on the other hand, depends only on the voltage and current direction on the tracks. All train models respond simultaneously.

[0074] The digital control principle utilizes a pair of adjustable pulse width PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) waves as differential signals at both ends of the track. The train model uses these signals for control and power supply. Specifically, when one PWM wave at each end of the track is high, the other is low. A DC voltage is obtained from the tracks at both ends through a rectifier bridge for power supply. The pulse signal is then obtained through a detection circuit and can be used for data acquisition by the MCU (Microcontroller Unit), thereby enabling data decoding and control.

[0075] In summary, the technical effects of this utility model's dynamic display and collection box for train models are:

[0076] 1. Improved display effect: This utility model can dynamically display train models, enhancing their visual appeal and interactivity.

[0077] 2. Flexible scalability: Through cascading design, this utility model can adapt to train models of different lengths and display needs.

[0078] 3. Intelligent control: This utility model can automatically adjust the driving direction, reduce user operation, and improve the experience.

[0079] 4. Space optimization: This utility model can effectively solve the problem of space limitation and is suitable for use in homes and small exhibition spaces.

[0080] 5. Convenient storage: This utility model can achieve seamless switching between dynamic display and static collection, simplifying daily management.

[0081] 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 dynamic display and collection box for a train model, characterized in that, include: The box body has detachable side cover plates at both ends, a PCB board at the bottom of the box body, a model train reciprocating track on the PCB board, model train platforms on both sides of the model train reciprocating track, and external track openings at both ends of the model train reciprocating track; a cascaded structure is provided on the side cover plates at both ends of the box body, and / or the top of the box body and the PCB board. The cascaded structure includes cascaded screw holes on the cover plates on both sides of the box body, and / or on the top of the box body and on the PCB board.

2. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCB board integrates a mobile phone TYPE-C fast charging deception power module, an MCU, and a power carrier modulation circuit. The MCU, as the core controller, is responsible for detecting and responding to the state set by the user through external knobs and switches to control the driving state of the train model. The power carrier modulation circuit is used to combine power and control signals together and transmit them to the train model through two model train back-and-forth tracks, realizing wireless power supply and command transmission.

3. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 2, characterized in that, One end of the PCB board is provided with a high-speed gear transcoder and a low-speed gear transcoder; a basic setting DIP switch is provided near the low-speed gear transcoder on one end of the PCB board, and a power indicator light is provided near the basic setting DIP switch.

4. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 3, characterized in that, Several streetlights are installed on one side of the PCB board via streetlight pin sockets.

5. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 4, characterized in that, One side of the PCB board is provided with a background model device light, a background model device fixing hole, and a background device power socket.

6. The dynamic display and collection box for train models according to claim 5, characterized in that, The other side of the PCB board is provided with a main control switch and a main control indicator light; one end of the PCB board is provided with a main control left connector and the other end of the PCB board is provided with a main control right connector.

7. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 6, characterized in that, The PCB board has a turnout control DIP switch on one side and a DCC output port on the other side.

8. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 7, characterized in that, A digital audio effect demonstration transcoder is installed on one side of the PCB board, and a digital audio effect demonstration transcoder is installed on the other side.

9. The train model dynamic display and collection box according to claim 8, characterized in that, One end of the PCB board is provided with a left track sensor, a left track sensor switch, and a left track sensor, and the other end of the PCB board is provided with a right track sensor, a right track sensor switch, and a right track sensor.

10. The dynamic display and collection box for train models according to claim 9, characterized in that, One end of the PCB board is provided with a left signal light inward socket, a left signal light outward socket, a Type-C power interface on the left, and a micro-display screen on the left. The other end is provided with a right signal light outward socket, a right signal light inward socket, a Type-C power interface on the right, and a micro-display screen on the right. The PCB board is also provided with signal lights.

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