A gamepad with a flexible limiting rocker

Abstract

This utility model relates to a game controller with a flexible limiting joystick, comprising a housing, including a bottom shell and a top shell, the top shell having a clearance hole; a main control circuit board installed inside the housing; a joystick, the bottom of which is fixed to the main control circuit board and the upper part of which can move relative to the bottom; a joystick cap fitted onto the upper part of the joystick and passing through the clearance hole; and a limiting component disposed on the joystick and fixed to the main control circuit board. When the joystick cap is tilted by an external force, the lower edge of the joystick cap contacts the limiting component, thereby preventing the joystick cap from contacting the edge of the clearance hole on the top shell. This utility model effectively limits and protects the joystick cap and housing, solving the problem of existing game controllers' joystick caps easily contacting the edge of the clearance hole on the top shell, and reducing noise.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of gaming equipment technology, and more specifically, to a game controller with a flexible limiting joystick. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most game controllers use a joystick cap that fits over the joystick. The joystick is soldered to the main control circuit board and then assembled into the upper and lower shells of the controller. The upper shell has a circular hole that serves to limit the movement of the joystick cap. When players use the joystick cap for gameplay, they need to move the joystick forward, backward, left, and right to adjust the direction and control the spatial movement or drift of the game object. Frequent use of the joystick during gameplay causes the outer wall of the middle part of the joystick cap to frequently collide or rub against the limiting circular hole in the upper shell.

[0003] After a period of use, the contact area between the joystick cap and the round hole in the upper shell will suffer severe wear. When the joystick cap and the round hole wear down to a certain extent over a long period of time, it will cause wear and cracking of the shell, which will seriously affect the feel and control function of the joystick cap.

[0004] In addition, both the joystick cap and the upper shell are made of engineering plastic injection molding, which is a hard material. When the player operates the joystick cap quickly and forcefully, it will hit the limiting hole of the upper shell, producing a hard impact noise. This noise will continue to be generated during the game, affecting the gaming experience. The impact vibration may also interfere with the signal accuracy of the potentiometer inside the joystick. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a game controller with a flexible limiting joystick. The joystick tilt angle is precisely limited through a combined limiting component, while the flexible material is used to buffer collision impacts, reduce noise, and improve the operating feel.

[0006] The above-mentioned technical objective of this utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: a game controller with a flexible limiting joystick, comprising:

[0007] The housing includes a handle bottom shell and a handle top shell, wherein the handle top shell is provided with a clearance hole;

[0008] The main control circuit board is installed inside the housing;

[0009] A joystick, the bottom of which is fixed to the main control circuit board and the upper part of which can move relative to the bottom of the joystick;

[0010] A joystick cap is fitted onto the upper part of the joystick and passes through the clearance hole;

[0011] It also includes a limiting component disposed on the joystick, and the limiting component is fixed on the main control circuit board. When the joystick cap is tilted by an external force, the lower edge of the joystick cap contacts the limiting component, thereby preventing the joystick cap from contacting the edge of the clearance hole on the handle faceplate.

[0012] When the joystick cap is tilted by an external force, the lower edge of the joystick cap will touch the limiting component, thereby preventing the joystick cap from touching the edge of the clearance hole on the handle face, thus providing good protection.

[0013] Furthermore, the limiting component includes an outer limiting member and an inner limiting member, with the inner limiting member disposed on the outer limiting member. The split structure facilitates adjustment and optimization according to different needs.

[0014] Furthermore, the outer limiting member is a ring-shaped component with a ring-shaped mounting groove at its upper end. The inner limiting member is fixed in the mounting groove, which helps to accurately position and fix the inner limiting member and enhances the overall stability of the limiting assembly.

[0015] Furthermore, the outer limiting member is a hard rubber limiting member, and the inner limiting member is a soft rubber limiting member. The hard rubber outer limiting member can provide stable support and basic limiting function, while the soft rubber inner limiting member can play a buffering and shock-absorbing role when in contact with the joystick cap, reducing wear on the joystick cap, and also reducing discomfort for players during operation, thus improving the comfort and durability of the game controller.

[0016] Furthermore, the inner limiting component is a ring-shaped part with a ring-shaped inclined groove on it. The height or width of the inclined groove is less than or equal to that of the inner limiting component. The inclined groove design can further optimize the buffering performance when in contact with the joystick cap without weakening the overall strength of the inner limiting component, making the limiting action smoother and improving the player's operating experience.

[0017] Furthermore, the ring width of the inner limiting member is less than or equal to the mounting groove, ensuring that the inner limiting member can be completely fitted and installed into the mounting groove.

[0018] Furthermore, the inner limiting component is fixed to the outer limiting component by adhesive. The adhesive connection is simple to operate and has a reliable connection effect, which can effectively prevent the inner limiting component from loosening or falling off during use.

[0019] Furthermore, the bottom of the limiting component is provided with at least two buckles, and the main control circuit board is provided with a corresponding number of slots. The limiting component is snapped onto the main control circuit board. The snap-fit ​​installation method is not only convenient and quick to install, but also ensures a stable connection between the limiting component and the main control circuit board, ensuring the stability of the limiting component during the use of the game controller.

[0020] Furthermore, the bottom of the limiting component is provided with a positioning post, and the main control circuit board is provided with a corresponding positioning hole, so as to facilitate the quick positioning and installation of the limiting component on the main control circuit board. By using the cooperation of the positioning post and the positioning hole, the limiting component can be quickly positioned and installed on the main control circuit board, improving assembly efficiency and ensuring the accuracy of the installation position of the limiting component.

[0021] Furthermore, the maximum outer diameter of the bottom of the rocker cap is within the range of the outer diameter of the outer limiting member, which can ensure that the bottom edge of the rocker cap can contact the limiting component at a suitable position when the rocker cap is in motion, thereby achieving effective limiting protection and preventing the rocker cap from tilting excessively and damaging related components.

[0022] In summary, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] This utility model discloses a game controller with a flexible limiting joystick. By setting a limiting component on the joystick, the limiting component includes an outer limiting part and an inner limiting part. The soft rubber inner limiting part absorbs high-frequency vibration, and the hard rubber outer limiting part suppresses structural deformation, thus achieving effective limiting protection for the joystick cap. This solves the problem of existing game controllers where the joystick cap easily touches the edge of the avoidance hole on the controller face shell, significantly reducing collision noise. It has the advantages of reasonable structure, convenient installation, reliability and durability, and high operating comfort, which is of great significance for improving the performance of game controllers and user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the game controller with flexible limiting joystick of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rocker arm and rocker arm cap in the tilted limiting state in this utility model;

[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Cross-sectional view of section AA;

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle.

[0029] In the diagram: 10. Housing; 11. Handle front shell; 12. Handle bottom shell; 111. Alternating hole; 20. Main control circuit board; 21. Slot; 22. Positioning hole; 30. Joystick; 40. Joystick cap; 50. Limiting component; 51. Outer limiting component; 511. Mounting slot; 512. Buckle; 513. Positioning post; 52. Inner limiting component; 521. Inclined groove. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0031] like Figure 1-5 As shown, this utility model provides a game controller with a flexible limiting joystick 30, comprising:

[0032] The housing 10 includes a bottom housing 12 and a top housing 11. The top contour of the bottom housing 12 matches the bottom contour of the top housing 11. The bottom housing 12 has several insertion slots along its edge, and the top housing 11 has a corresponding number of insertion blocks along its edge. The bottom housing 12 and the top housing 11 are inserted into each other for installation. Alternatively, the bottom housing 12 and the top housing 11 can be fixedly connected by clips 512 or screws. Both the bottom housing 12 and the top housing 11 are housing 10 type components and are injection molded. The top housing 11 has a clearance hole 111, which is designed to allow the joystick 30 and joystick cap 40 to pass through the top housing 11 for easy operation. The diameter of the clearance hole 111 is slightly smaller than the maximum outer diameter of the bottom of the joystick cap 40 to ensure that the joystick cap 40 can be tilted freely without falling off.

[0033] Furthermore, the handle bottom shell 12 and handle front shell 11 are made of high-strength, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant engineering plastics. The edges of the clearance holes 111 of the handle front shell 11 are finely chamfered to avoid unnecessary scratch damage to the joystick cap 40 and the limiting component 50, while improving the overall aesthetics of the assembly. The inner side of the handle front shell 11 is also provided with reinforcing ribs to enhance its structural strength and prevent deformation under external force from affecting the normal operation of the internal components.

[0034] The main control circuit board 20 is fixedly installed in the housing 10 by screws. The base of the joystick 30 is welded on its upper surface. Its main function is to support the joystick 30 assembly and other electronic components. As the core control component of the game controller, it is responsible for processing the signal input and output of the joystick 30 and other components.

[0035] The joystick 30 has its bottom fixed to the main control circuit board 20, while its upper part can move relative to the bottom. Its bottom is electrically connected to the main control circuit board 20 via metal contacts or a flexible brush to execute different operating commands. Specifically, the joystick 30 is an electromagnetic joystick. The core principle of the electromagnetic joystick 30 is to use a Hall effect sensor to detect the position of the joystick 30 and convert the change in magnetic field into an electrical signal, rather than the physical contact of a traditional joystick 30. This provides advantages such as no mechanical wear error and high-resolution output, surpassing traditional mechanical joysticks 30 in accuracy, lifespan, response speed, and functionality. Furthermore, the joystick 30 is made of high-strength alloy material, possessing excellent conductivity and mechanical properties.

[0036] A joystick cap 40 is fitted onto the upper part of the joystick 30, passing through the clearance hole 111 along with the joystick 30. Players control in-game character or camera movements by manipulating the joystick cap 40. The lower part of the joystick cap 40 is a hollow, pot-shaped structure with an expanding outer diameter from top to bottom. Its inner top has a matching groove 21, allowing it to be fitted onto the upper part of the joystick 30 with an interference fit. The middle part of the joystick cap 40 is cylindrical, while the upper part is frustum-shaped. Furthermore, the upper part of the joystick cap 40 is designed with anti-slip textures to enhance friction and feel during player operation.

[0037] The joystick cap 40 is made of high-quality plastic material with a smooth surface and good wear resistance. Its maximum outer diameter at the bottom has been precisely calculated and designed to ensure that it can achieve the best matching effect with the limiting component 50 in various usage scenarios of the game controller. It will not be too small to cause inaccurate limiting, nor too large to affect the normal range of motion and operation flexibility of the joystick 30.

[0038] It also includes a limiting component 50 disposed on the joystick 30, and the limiting component 50 is fixed on the main control circuit board 20. When the joystick cap 40 is tilted by an external force, the lower edge of the joystick cap 40 contacts the limiting component 50, thereby preventing the joystick cap 40 from contacting the edge of the clearance hole 111 on the handle face shell 11. When the joystick cap 40 is tilted by an external force, the lower edge of the joystick cap 40 will contact the limiting component 50, thereby preventing the joystick cap 40 from contacting the edge of the clearance hole 111 on the handle face shell 11, thus providing a good protective function.

[0039] Specifically, the limiting component 50 includes an outer limiting member 51 and an inner limiting member 52, with the inner limiting member 52 disposed on the outer limiting member 51. The split structure facilitates adjustment and optimization according to different needs.

[0040] Specifically, the outer limiting member 51 is a ring-shaped component with a ring-shaped mounting groove 511 at its upper end, and the inner limiting member 52 is fixed in the mounting groove 511. This helps to accurately position and fix the inner limiting member 52, and enhances the overall stability of the limiting assembly 50.

[0041] Specifically, the outer limiting member 51 is a hard rubber limiting member, and the inner limiting member 52 is a soft rubber limiting member. The hard rubber outer limiting member 51 provides stable support and basic limiting function, while the soft rubber inner limiting member 52 can buffer and absorb shock when in contact with the joystick cap 40, reducing wear on the joystick cap 40, and also reducing discomfort for players during operation, thus improving the comfort and durability of the game controller.

[0042] Specifically, the inner limiting member 52 is a ring-shaped component with a ring-shaped inclined groove 521 formed on it. The height or width of the inclined groove 521 is less than or equal to that of the inner limiting member 52. The inclined groove 521 design can further optimize the buffering performance when in contact with the joystick cap 40 without weakening the overall strength of the inner limiting member 52, making the limiting action smoother and improving the player's operating experience. When limiting the joystick cap 40, the bottom edge of the joystick cap 40 can just contact the inclined groove 521 surface of the inner limiting member 52.

[0043] Furthermore, the outer limiting component 51 is made of rigid PC or ABS plastic and is injection molded into a ring shape, with an annular mounting groove 511 machined at its upper end; the inner limiting component 52 is made of TPU or silicone material and is injection molded into a ring shape, with a 45° inclined annular groove 521 on its top. This groove 521 design can effectively reduce the impact force when the joystick cap 40 contacts, through the progressive buffering effect of the inclined surface, making the limiting action more gentle and precise, avoiding damage to the joystick cap 40, and improving the tactile comfort of the player during operation.

[0044] Specifically, the ring width of the inner limiting member 52 is less than or equal to that of the mounting groove 511, ensuring that the inner limiting member 52 can be completely fitted into the mounting groove 511.

[0045] Specifically, the inner limiting component 52 is fixed to the outer limiting component 51 by adhesive. The adhesive connection is simple to operate and has a reliable connection effect, which can effectively prevent the inner limiting component 52 from loosening or falling off during use. During installation, the soft rubber inner limiting component 52 is pressed into the mounting groove 511 and fixed by high-temperature resistant epoxy adhesive to form a composite limiting ring.

[0046] Specifically, the limiting component 50 has at least two latches 512 at its bottom, and the main control circuit board 20 has a corresponding number of slots 21. The limiting component 50 is snapped onto the main control circuit board 20. This snap-fit ​​installation method is not only convenient and quick to install, but also ensures a stable connection between the limiting component 50 and the main control circuit board 20, ensuring the stability of the limiting component 50 during the use of the game controller. Furthermore, the outer edge of the bottom of the outer limiting component 51 has two latches 512, and the main control circuit board 20 has two corresponding slots 21, achieving snap-fit ​​fixation by vertical pressing.

[0047] Specifically, the bottom of the limiting component 50 is provided with a positioning post 513, and the main control circuit board 20 is provided with a corresponding positioning hole 22 to facilitate the quick positioning and installation of the limiting component 50 on the main control circuit board 20. By utilizing the cooperation between the positioning post 513 and the positioning hole 22, the quick positioning and installation of the limiting component 50 on the main control circuit board 20 can be achieved, improving assembly efficiency while ensuring the accuracy of the installation position of the limiting component 50. Furthermore, the positioning post 513 is located at the bottom edge of the outer limiting member 51.

[0048] Specifically, the maximum outer diameter of the bottom of the joystick cap 40 is within the range of the outer diameter of the outer limiting member 51. This ensures that when the joystick cap 40 is in motion, its bottom edge can contact the limiting member 50 at a suitable position, achieving effective limiting protection and preventing the joystick cap 40 from tilting excessively and damaging related components.

[0049] When the user pushes the joystick cap 40, the top of the joystick 30 tilts under the influence of the joystick cap 40. When the joystick cap 40 tilts to its limit angle, its bottom edge first contacts the inclined groove 521 of the inner limiting member 52. Since the inner limiting member 52 is made of soft rubber, it undergoes elastic deformation at the moment of contact, absorbing the impact energy. At the same time, the wedge-shaped structure of the inclined groove 521 decomposes the vertical impact force into a radial component, further buffering the collision. At this time, the hard rubber body of the outer limiting member 51 provides rigid support, ensuring that the tilt angle of the joystick cap 40 is precisely limited within the annular range of the outer limiting member 51, avoiding collision with the edge of the relief hole 111.

[0050] This utility model achieves effective limiting protection for the joystick cap 40 through the split-design limiting component 50, solving the problem that the joystick cap 40 of existing game controllers is prone to touching the edge of the avoidance hole 111 of the controller face shell 11, and reducing noise. It has the advantages of reasonable structure, convenient installation, reliability and durability, and high operating comfort, which is of great significance for improving the performance of game controllers and user experience.

[0051] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model. The protection scope of this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. All technical solutions falling within the scope of this utility model's concept are protected. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, any improvements and modifications made without departing from the principle of this utility model should also be considered within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick, characterized in that, include: The housing includes a handle bottom shell and a handle top shell, wherein the handle top shell is provided with a clearance hole; The main control circuit board is installed inside the housing; A joystick, the bottom of which is fixed to the main control circuit board and the upper part of which can move relative to the bottom of the joystick; A joystick cap is fitted onto the upper part of the joystick and passes through the clearance hole; It also includes a limiting component provided on the joystick, and the limiting component is fixed on the main control circuit board. When the joystick cap is tilted by an external force, the lower edge of the joystick cap touches the limiting component, thereby preventing the joystick cap from touching the edge of the clearance hole on the handle face.

2. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component includes an outer limiting member and an inner limiting member, wherein the inner limiting member is disposed on the outer limiting member.

3. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer limiting member is a ring-shaped component with a ring-shaped mounting groove at its upper end, and the inner limiting member is fixed on the mounting groove.

4. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer limiting member is a hard rubber limiting member, and the inner limiting member is a soft rubber limiting member.

5. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner limiting component is a ring-shaped part with a ring-shaped inclined groove on it. The height or width of the inclined groove is less than or equal to that of the inner limiting component.

6. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 5, characterized in that, The ring width of the inner limiting member is less than or equal to that of the mounting groove.

7. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 2, characterized in that, The inner limiting member is fixed to the outer limiting member by adhesive.

8. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the limiting component is provided with at least two buckles, and the main control circuit board is provided with a corresponding number of slots. The limiting component is snapped onto the main control circuit board.

9. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the limiting component is provided with a positioning post, and the main control circuit board is provided with a corresponding positioning hole, so as to facilitate the quick positioning and installation of the limiting component on the main control circuit board.

10. A game controller with a flexible limiting joystick according to claim 3, characterized in that, The maximum outer diameter of the bottom of the rocker cap is within the range of the outer diameter of the outer limiting member.

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