Clamping mechanism and vehicle-mounted support

Abstract

This application relates to the field of bracket technology, specifically to a clamping mechanism and a vehicle bracket. The clamping mechanism includes: a base, a first elastic element, clamping elements, and a locking assembly. Two clamping elements are provided, at least one of which is movably disposed relative to the base to adjust the distance between the two clamping elements. The first elastic element is disposed between the two clamping elements or between the clamping element and the base, and is used to pull the clamping elements to clamp an item. The locking assembly includes a first element and a second element. The first element is connected to the clamping element, and the second element is movably connected to the base. The second element can move closer to and further away from the first element. The second element can reach an unlocked position under the pressure of an item and reach a locked position when the pressure of the item is removed. In the unlocked position, the second element separates from the first element, and the two clamping elements can move closer to each other under the action of the first elastic element. In the locked position, the second element is connected to the first element, and the two clamping elements cannot move closer to each other.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of bracket technology, specifically to a clamping mechanism and a vehicle-mounted bracket. Background Technology

[0002] With the widespread use of smartphones, tablets, and other mobile electronic devices, phone stands have become an indispensable accessory in daily life to support and secure these devices. Users have raised higher requirements for the convenience and applicability of phone stands.

[0003] Most common phone holders on the market typically consist of two clamping components connected by a spring or other elastic element. The elastic element provides a rebound force that causes the two clamping components to continuously clamp inward, thereby securing the phone in place.

[0004] However, the aforementioned phone holders have the following technical problems: every time a user places or removes their phone, they must use both hands to simultaneously pry open the two clamps to overcome the elastic force of the retaining element, place the phone in, and then release them. This process is time-consuming and laborious, making convenient one-handed operation impossible. This problem is particularly pronounced for wider electronic products. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application primarily addresses the technical problem of the inconvenience of using existing mobile phone holders.

[0006] According to a first aspect, one embodiment provides a clamping mechanism, comprising:

[0007] Base;

[0008] The clamping member is provided in two, and at least one of the clamping members is movably disposed relative to the base to adjust the distance between the two clamping members;

[0009] A first elastic element is disposed between the two clamping elements or between the clamping element and the base. The first elastic element is used to pull the clamping element to clamp the article.

[0010] And a locking assembly, the locking assembly including a first piece and a second piece, the first piece being connected to the clamping member, the second piece being movably connected to the base, and the second piece being movable relative to the first piece, moving closer to and further away from it;

[0011] The second piece can reach the unlocked position under the squeezing force of the item, and reach the locked position when the squeezing force of the item is removed. In the unlocked position, the second piece is separated from the first piece, and the two clamping pieces can move closer to each other under the action of the first elastic member. In the locked position, the second piece is connected to the first piece, and the two clamping pieces cannot move closer to each other.

[0012] In some embodiments, the locking assembly further includes a trigger and a resilient reset member. The trigger is connected to the second member and places the second member in an unlocked position when the item squeezes the trigger. One end of the resilient reset member is connected to the second member and is used to reset the second member to a locked position when the item is separated from the trigger.

[0013] In some embodiments, the other end of the resilient reset member is connected to the first member, or the other end of the resilient reset member is connected to the base.

[0014] In some embodiments, the trigger includes a plate and a connecting rod. The plate is disposed on the base and is used to support the item. One end of the connecting rod is connected to the plate, and the other end abuts against the second item and is used to drive the second item to move from the locked position to the unlocked position.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first member is rotatable relative to the base, the outer periphery of the first member is provided with a toothed portion, the clamping member is provided with a rack portion, and the toothed portion meshes with the rack portion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the first member has a first locking tooth at its end, and the second member has a second locking tooth at its end near the first member. The second member can float under the action of the elastic reset member, so that after the second locking tooth engages with the first locking tooth, the first member can only rotate in one direction, and the two clamping members can only move away from each other.

[0017] In some embodiments, the clamping member includes a connector, a clamping arm, and a second elastic member. The connector is provided with the rack portion and is connected to the first member. The clamping arm is rotatably connected to the connector. One end of the second elastic member is connected to the clamping arm, and the other end is connected to the connector, and is used to drive the clamping arm to clamp the item.

[0018] In some embodiments, the clamping member further includes a guide disposed on the side of the clamping arm that contacts the article, and is used to guide the article to engage between the two clamping arms or to move out from between the two clamping arms.

[0019] In some embodiments, the guide is roller-shaped and rotatably connected to the clamping arm.

[0020] In some embodiments, the clamping member further includes a flexible pad disposed on the side of the clamping arm that contacts the article.

[0021] In some embodiments, the connector further includes a guide portion, which is spaced apart from the rack portion and forms a U-shaped structure. The two connectors are interdigitated, and the guide portion of one connector is used to guide the rack portion of the other connector. The first connector is located between the rack portion and the guide portion and engages with both rack portions simultaneously.

[0022] In some embodiments, the connector further includes a limiting portion, and the base is provided with a stop portion, the limiting portion being able to stop the stop portion to limit the maximum distance between the two clamping members.

[0023] In some embodiments, the base is provided with a connector for fixing the clamping mechanism.

[0024] According to a second aspect, one embodiment provides a vehicle mount bracket, comprising:

[0025] The clamping mechanism described in any of the above embodiments;

[0026] A rod assembly, one end of which is connected to the clamping mechanism, and the other end of which is used to fix it to the vehicle.

[0027] According to the clamping mechanism of the above embodiment, the distance between the two clamping members can be adjusted to accommodate items of different sizes. When clamping an item, it is only necessary to hold the item with one hand and squeeze the second member so that the second member reaches the unlock position. The clamping members can move closer to each other and clamp the item under the action of the first elastic member. When the item is taken out from the clamping member, the second member can reach the locking position. The distance between the two clamping members remains basically fixed, which is convenient for clamping items of the same size next time. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of one embodiment of the clamping mechanism of this application;

[0029] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A three-dimensional view of the clamping components of the clamping mechanism in the open state;

[0030] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the clamping mechanism;

[0031] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the second component of the clamping mechanism in the unlocked position;

[0032] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the second component of the clamping mechanism in the locked position;

[0033] Figure 6 for Figure 1 Top view of the clamping mechanism;

[0034] Figure 7 for Figure 1 A top view of the clamping mechanism, omitting some parts;

[0035] Figure 8 for Figure 2 A top view of the clamping mechanism with some parts omitted.

[0036] Figure label:

[0037] 1. Base; 11. Shaft; 12. Stop; 13. Connector;

[0038] 200. Clamping component; 210. Connecting component; 211. Rack portion; 212. Guide portion; 213. Limiting portion; 220. Clamping arm; 230. Second elastic element; 240. Guide component; 250. Flexible pad;

[0039] 3. First elastic element;

[0040] 400, Locking assembly; 410, First component; 411, Gear tooth; 412, First locking tooth; 420, Second component; 421, Second locking tooth; 430, Trigger; 431, Plate; 432, Connecting rod; 440, Elastic reset component. Detailed Implementation

[0041] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Similar elements in different embodiments are referred to by related similar element reference numerals. In the following embodiments, many details are described to facilitate a better understanding of the present application. However, those skilled in the art will readily recognize that some features may be omitted in different situations, or may be replaced by other elements, materials, or methods. In some cases, certain operations related to the present application are not shown or described in the specification. This is to avoid obscuring the core parts of the present application with excessive description. For those skilled in the art, detailed description of these related operations is not necessary; they can fully understand the related operations based on the description in the specification and general technical knowledge in the art.

[0042] Furthermore, the features, operations, or characteristics described in the specification can be combined in any suitable manner to form various embodiments. At the same time, the steps or actions in the method description can be rearranged or adjusted in a manner obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the various orders in the specification and drawings are only for the clear description of a particular embodiment and do not imply a necessary order, unless otherwise stated that a particular order must be followed.

[0043] The serial numbers assigned to components in this document, such as "first" and "second," are used only to distinguish the described objects and have no sequential or technical meaning. The terms "connection" and "linkage" used in this application, unless otherwise specified, include both direct and indirect connections (linkages).

[0044] Most common phone holders on the market today are elastic clamping structures, which typically consist of two clamping arms. A spring or other elastic element connects the two clamping arms, and the elastic force provided by the elastic element causes the two clamping arms to continuously clamp inward, thereby securing the phone.

[0045] Each time a phone is placed in the grip, the user must simultaneously pry open the two clamping arms to overcome the elastic force of the retaining element while inserting the phone. This process is time-consuming and laborious, making it difficult to operate conveniently with one hand, especially when the user needs to drive or perform other activities, making the operation extremely inconvenient.

[0046] To solve the above problem, a locking component can be incorporated into the phone holder. This component includes an unlock position and a locked position. In the locked position, the two clamping parts cannot move closer to each other; in the unlock position, they can move closer together. When the phone is mounted, the phone holder is in the locked position. Because the two clamping parts do not move closer together, it is easy to place the phone between them. After the phone is placed between the two clamping parts, squeezing the component triggers the locking component to the unlock position, at which point the two clamping parts move closer together to hold the phone in place.

[0047] like Figures 1-3 As shown, one embodiment provides a clamping mechanism, which includes: a base 1, a clamping member 200, a first elastic member 3, and a locking component 400.

[0048] The base 1 serves as the main body of the clamping mechanism, on which clamping members 200 are mounted and the items to be clamped are supported. Two clamping members 200 are provided, respectively located on opposite sides of the base 1, with at least one clamping member 200 movably positioned relative to the base 1. The clamping members 200 can move closer to each other or further apart to adjust the distance between them. A first elastic member 3 is located between the two clamping members 200 or between the clamping member 200 and the base 1. Specifically, the first elastic member 3 can be a tension spring, whose function is to use elastic force to pull the two clamping members 200 closer together and clamp the items.

[0049] In this embodiment, both clamping members 200 are movably disposed relative to the base 1, and two first elastic members 3 are provided, with the two first elastic members 3 respectively connected between the two clamping members 200 and the base 1.

[0050] In other embodiments, one clamping member 200 may be fixed relative to the base 1, while the other clamping member 200 may be movable relative to the base 1, with the first elastic member 3 disposed between the movable clamping member 200 and the base 1. Alternatively, both clamping members 200 may be movable relative to the base 1, with the first elastic member 3 connecting the two clamping members 200.

[0051] like Figures 4-5 As shown, the locking assembly 400 includes a first component 410 and a second component 420. The first component 410 is connected to the clamping component 200 so that the clamping component 200 can be moved by controlling the first component 410. The specific connection method between the first component 410 and the clamping component 200 is not limited, such as... Figure 7 As shown, the first piece 410 and the clamping piece 200 can be connected by a gear and rack meshing method.

[0052] The second piece 420 can move closer to and further away from the first piece 410. During movement, the second piece 420 has a locked position connected to the first piece 410 and an unlocked position separated from the first piece 410. The locking method between the second piece 420 and the first piece 410 can be through interlocking teeth. The second piece 420 is in the locked position when not subjected to pressure from an object, and can move to the unlocked position under the pressure of an object. In the unlocked position, the second piece 420 is separated from the first piece 410, and the two clamping pieces 200 can move closer to each other under the action of the first elastic member 3. In the locked position, the second piece 420 is connected to the first piece 410, and the two clamping pieces 200 cannot move closer to each other.

[0053] It is important to understand that when the second clamping element 420 is in the locked position, it is connected to the first clamping element 410, and the two clamping elements 200 cannot move closer to each other. However, it is not impossible for the two clamping elements 200 to move away from each other. For example, when the second clamping element 420 and the first clamping element 410 use a one-way gear engagement locking method, after the second clamping element 420 is connected and locked to the first clamping element 410, the first clamping element 410 can still rotate in one direction, allowing the two clamping elements 200 to move away from each other. This configuration allows the user to adjust the distance between the two clamping elements 200 according to the size of the item before clamping it, ensuring that the distance between the two clamping elements 200 is greater than or equal to the width of the item, thus facilitating subsequent clamping.

[0054] According to the clamping mechanism of the above embodiment, the distance between the two clamping members 200 can be adjusted to accommodate items of different sizes. When clamping an item, only one hand is needed to hold the item and squeeze the second member 420 until the second member 420 reaches the unlocked position. The clamping members 200 can move closer to each other and clamp the item under the action of the first elastic member 3. The clamping process is relatively simple and can be operated with one hand. In addition, when the item is removed from the clamping member 200, the second member 420 can reach the locked position. The distance between the two clamping members 200 remains basically fixed and basically consistent with the width of the item, which facilitates the clamping of items of the same size again.

[0055] In some embodiments, such as Figures 1-5 As shown, the locking assembly 400 also includes a trigger 430 and an elastic reset 440. The trigger 430 includes a plate 431 and a connecting rod 432. The plate 431 is located on the base 1 and is used to support the item. One end of the connecting rod 432 is connected to the plate 431, and the other end abuts against the second piece 420. When the item is placed on the plate 431, it can move the second piece 420 away from the first piece 410 under its own weight or under the force applied by the user, and keep the second piece 420 in the unlocked position. Then, the two clamping pieces 200 can move closer to each other under the action of the first elastic piece 3 to clamp the item.

[0056] One end of the elastic reset member 440 is connected to the second member 420 and is used to reset the second member 420 to the locked position when the item is separated from the trigger member 430. In this embodiment, the elastic reset member 440 is a spring disposed between the second member 420 and the base 1, with one end of the spring abutting against the second member 420 and the other end abutting against the base 1.

[0057] The elastic reset member 440 serves two purposes: firstly, it resets the second piece 420 to the locked position, preventing the two clamping pieces 200 from moving closer to each other; secondly, when the first piece 410 and the second piece 420 are locked using the aforementioned one-way gear engagement, the elastic reset member 440 allows the second piece 420 to float up and down relative to the first piece 410, enabling the first piece 410 to rotate unidirectionally relative to the second piece 420, and allowing the two clamping pieces 200 to move away from each other.

[0058] In other embodiments, the elastic reset member 440 may also be a tension spring, with one end of the tension spring connected to the second member 420 and the other end connected to the first member 410.

[0059] In some embodiments, such as Figures 6-8As shown, the first piece 410 is rotatable relative to the base 1. Specifically, a rotating shaft 11 can be provided on the base 1, and the first piece 410 is sleeved on the rotating shaft 11 and can rotate. The outer periphery of the first piece 410 is provided with a toothed portion 411, and the clamping member 200 is provided with a rack portion 211, with the toothed portion 411 meshing with the rack portion 211. When the clamping member 200 moves relative to the base 1, it can drive the first piece 410 to rotate.

[0060] The first piece 410 has a first locking tooth 412 at its end, and the second piece 420 has a second locking tooth 421 near its end. The second piece 420 can float under the action of the elastic reset member 440, so that after the second locking tooth 421 engages with the first locking tooth 412, the first piece 410 can only rotate in one direction, and the two clamping members 200 can only move away from each other. Specifically, as shown... Figure 3 As shown, the first locking tooth 412 and the second locking tooth 421 are both asymmetrical oblique teeth. When the first piece 410 rotates in one direction, the second piece 420 can float downward under the action of the elastic reset piece 440, so that the clamping pieces 200 can move away from each other, while the first piece 410 cannot rotate in the opposite direction.

[0061] With the locking component 400 configured as described above, the user can adjust the distance between the two clamping members 200 according to the size of the item before clamping it, so that the distance between the two clamping members 200 is greater than or equal to the width of the item, so as to facilitate subsequent clamping.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the clamping member 200 includes a connector 210, a clamping arm 220, and a second elastic member 230. The connector 210 has a rack portion 211 and is connected to the first member 410. Specifically, the rack portion 211 of the connector 210 meshes with the gear teeth portion 411 of the first member 410. A rotating shaft 11 is provided on the connector 210, and the clamping arm 220 is rotatably connected to the connector 210 through the rotating shaft 11. The second elastic member 230 can be a torsion spring, one end of which is connected to the clamping arm 220 and the other end is connected to the connector 210, and is used to drive the clamping arm 220 to clamp the item.

[0063] The clamping arms 220 are rotatably connected to the connecting member 210, and a second elastic member 230 is provided between them. When clamping an item, the user can grasp the item with one hand and insert it between the two clamping arms 220, and it is also convenient to remove the item. As mentioned above, when the item is removed from between the clamping members 200, the second member 420 is in the locked position, and the distance between the two clamping members 200 remains unchanged and is basically the same as the width of the item. When clamping an item of the same size again, since the clamping arms 220 can open outward, the user can simply press the item between the two clamping arms 220.

[0064] like Figure 3As shown, the clamping member 200 also includes a guide 240, which is disposed on the side of the clamping arm 220 that contacts the item, and is used to guide the item to be inserted between the two clamping arms 220 or removed from between the two clamping arms 220. Specifically, the guide 240 can be roller-shaped and rotatably connected to the clamping arm 220. With the guide 240 provided, clamping or removing the item from between the clamping arms 220 is smoother. The clamping member 200 also includes a flexible pad 250, which is disposed on the side of the clamping arm 220 that contacts the item. The flexible pad 250 helps to prevent damage to the surface of the item and increases the friction between the clamping arm 220 and the item, resulting in a more secure clamping.

[0065] In some embodiments, such as Figures 6-8 As shown, the connector 210 also has a guide portion 212, with a protrusion on the upper side and a groove on the lower side. The guide portion 212 and the rack portion 211 are spaced apart and form a U-shaped structure. The two connectors 210 are interdigitated, with the protrusion on one connector 210 engaging in the groove of the other connector 210 and guiding the movement of the other connector 210. The first piece 410 is located between the rack portion 211 and the guide portion 212 and engages with both rack portions 211 simultaneously.

[0066] In the above configuration, the rack portions 211 of both connectors 210 mesh with the gear teeth 411 of the first member 410, enabling the two clamping members 200 to move synchronously. Simultaneously, the two connectors 210 are interdigitated and guide each other, making the movement of the two clamping members 200 more stable and the clamping of the item more secure.

[0067] like Figures 7-8 As shown, the connector 210 also includes a limiting part 213, and the base 1 is provided with a stop part 12. The limiting part 213 can stop the stop part 12 to limit the maximum distance between the two clamping parts 200. In this embodiment, the limiting part 213 protrudes from the connector 210, and one end of the first elastic member 3 is fixed on the limiting part 213, and the other end is fixed on the base 1.

[0068] The base 1 is provided with a connector 13, which is used to fix the clamping mechanism. Specifically, the connector 13 can be located on the side of the base 1 away from the trigger 430. The connector 13 can be provided with external threads and used to connect to one end of the rod assembly. The other end of the rod assembly can be provided with a base and fixed in the usage scenario through the base, such as fixed in a vehicle or on a table.

[0069] According to a second aspect, one embodiment provides a vehicle mount, including a clamping mechanism, a rod assembly, and a base. The structure of the clamping mechanism is the same as that of the clamping mechanism in any of the above embodiments, and it can achieve the same technical effect. The clamping mechanism is used to clamp items, the rod assembly is connected between the base and the clamping mechanism, and can be used to adjust the position of the clamping mechanism. The base is used to fix it to the vehicle.

[0070] The above examples illustrate this application only to aid understanding and are not intended to limit its scope. Those skilled in the art to which this application pertains can make various simple deductions, modifications, or substitutions based on the ideas presented.

Claims

1. A clamping mechanism, characterized in that, include: Base; The clamping member is provided in two, and at least one of the clamping members is movably disposed relative to the base to adjust the distance between the two clamping members; A first elastic element is disposed between the two clamping elements or between the clamping element and the base. The first elastic element is used to pull the clamping element to clamp the article. And a locking assembly, the locking assembly including a first piece and a second piece, the first piece being connected to the clamping member, the second piece being movably connected to the base, and the second piece being movable relative to the first piece, moving closer to and further away from it; The second piece can reach the unlocked position under the squeezing force of the item, and reach the locked position when the squeezing force of the item is removed. In the unlocked position, the second piece is separated from the first piece, and the two clamping pieces can move closer to each other under the action of the first elastic member. In the locked position, the second piece is connected to the first piece, and the two clamping pieces cannot move closer to each other.

2. The clamping mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking assembly further includes a trigger and a resilient reset member. The trigger is connected to the second member and places the second member in an unlocked position when the item squeezes the trigger. One end of the resilient reset member is connected to the second member and is used to reset the second member to a locked position when the item is separated from the trigger.

3. The clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The other end of the elastic reset member is connected to the first member, or the other end of the elastic reset member is connected to the base.

4. The clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The trigger includes a plate and a connecting rod. The plate is disposed on the base and is used to support the item. One end of the connecting rod is connected to the plate, and the other end abuts against the second item and is used to drive the second item to move from the locked position to the unlocked position.

5. The clamping mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first piece is rotatable relative to the base. The outer periphery of the first piece is provided with a toothed portion, and the clamping member is provided with a rack portion, the toothed portion meshing with the rack portion.

6. The clamping mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first piece has a first locking tooth at its end, and the second piece has a second locking tooth at its end near the first piece. The second piece can float under the action of the elastic reset member, so that after the second locking tooth engages with the first locking tooth, the first piece can only rotate in one direction, and the two clamping members can only move away from each other.

7. The clamping mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The clamping member includes a connector, a clamping arm, and a second elastic member. The connector is provided with the rack portion and is connected to the first member. The clamping arm is rotatably connected to the connector. One end of the second elastic member is connected to the clamping arm, and the other end is connected to the connector, and is used to drive the clamping arm to clamp the item.

8. The clamping mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping member further includes a guide, which is disposed on the side of the clamping arm that contacts the article and is used to guide the article to be inserted between the two clamping arms or removed from between the two clamping arms.

9. The clamping mechanism according to claim 8, characterized in that, The guide is roller-shaped and rotatably connected to the clamping arm.

10. The clamping mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping component also includes a flexible pad, which is disposed on the side of the clamping arm that contacts the article.

11. The clamping mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The connector is further provided with a guide portion, which is spaced apart from the rack portion and forms a U-shaped structure. The two connectors are interdigitated. The guide portion of one connector is used to guide the rack portion of the other connector. The first connector is located between the rack portion and the guide portion and engages with both rack portions simultaneously.

12. The clamping mechanism according to claim 11, characterized in that, The connector further includes a limiting part, and the base is provided with a stop part. The limiting part can stop the stop part to limit the maximum distance between the two clamping parts.

13. The clamping mechanism according to any one of claims 1-12, characterized in that, The base is provided with a connector, which is used to fix the clamping mechanism.

14. A vehicle mount, characterized in that, include: The clamping mechanism according to any one of claims 1-13; A rod assembly, one end of which is connected to the clamping mechanism, and the other end of which is used to fix it to the vehicle.

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