Smart camera

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of camera technology, and in particular to a smart camera, including a main housing and a camera module mounted on the main housing, and also includes a solar panel. The solar panel has a connecting wire with a first connector plug at the end of the connecting wire. The main housing has a battery compartment, and the battery module is detachably mounted in the battery compartment. The battery module has a first connector socket for the first connector plug to be inserted into, and the battery module has a second connector plug. The battery compartment has a second connector socket for the second connector plug to be inserted into, and the second connector socket is wired to the camera module. Compared with the prior art, by first charging the battery module with the solar panel and then powering the camera module through the battery module, the problem of large fluctuations in the output voltage and current of the solar panel can be alleviated, ensuring that the camera module operates under a stable voltage and current power supply, and significantly improving the operational stability of the camera module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of camera technology, and in particular to an intelligent camera. Background Technology

[0002] Cameras are widely used in security systems to monitor the environment within an area. Some cameras offer both battery and solar power options. However, when using solar power, the output voltage and current fluctuate significantly, potentially affecting the stable operation of the camera module.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to research a new technical solution to address the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention addresses the deficiencies of the existing technology, and its main purpose is to provide an intelligent camera that effectively solves the technical defect of unstable operation of the camera module caused by the use of solar panels for direct power supply in the existing technology.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a smart camera, comprising a main housing and a camera module mounted on the main housing, characterized in that it further comprises a solar panel, the solar panel having a connecting wire, the end of the connecting wire being provided with a first connector plug; the main housing having a battery compartment, the battery compartment having a battery module detachably mounted thereon; the battery module having a first connector socket for the first connector plug to be inserted into, the battery module having a second connector plug, the battery compartment having a second connector socket for the second connector plug to be inserted into, the second connector socket being wiredly connected to the camera module.

[0006] The beneficial effect of the smart camera provided in this application lies in the fact that, by setting a detachable battery module and a solar panel, with the solar panel electrically connected to the battery module, compared with the prior art, Firstly, by charging the battery module with the solar panel and then powering the camera module with the battery module, the problem of large fluctuations in the output voltage and current of the solar panel can be alleviated, ensuring that the camera module works under a stable voltage and current power supply, and greatly improving the operational stability of the camera module. Secondly, by first charging the battery module with the solar panel, and then using the battery module to supply power to the camera module, centralized management and optimized distribution of electrical energy are achieved. This allows for reasonable adjustment of the battery discharge process and improved energy utilization efficiency. Simultaneously, it reduces the direct matching requirements between the solar panel and the camera module. As long as the output voltage and current of the solar panel are within the battery's charging range, and the operating voltage and current of the camera module are within the battery's discharging range, good compatibility can be achieved. Thirdly, the first connector plug and the first connector socket are used to complete the electrical connection between the solar panel and the battery module, and the second connector plug and the second connector socket are used to complete the electrical connection between the battery module and the camera module, which can achieve quick connection and disconnection. When a power failure occurs, by quickly plugging and unplugging the corresponding connectors, it is possible to quickly determine whether the problem is in the solar panel power supply section, the battery module power supply section or the camera module section, which improves maintenance efficiency and reduces maintenance costs.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment, the camera module includes a horizontally rotating housing that can be rotatably mounted on the bottom of the main housing, a horizontally rotating actuator motor for driving the horizontally rotating housing to rotate horizontally, a camera that can be vertically rotatably mounted on the horizontally rotating housing, and a vertically rotating actuator motor for driving the camera to rotate vertically.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment, the first connector plug is a USB connector or a Type-C connector, and the first connector socket is a USB socket or a Type-C socket; The second connector plug is a USB connector, a TYPR-C connector, or a spring-loaded pin connector, and the second connector socket is a USB connector, a TYPR-C connector, or a spring-loaded pin socket.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment, it also includes a support base, which is fixedly installed on the support. The support base has a support shell, and the support shell and the main body shell are assembled together by a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment, the main housing has a first assembly channel on its side, and both ends of the first assembly channel penetrate the main housing to form an open opening. The battery compartment extends to the right through the bottom surface of the first assembly slot to form an insertion port, through which the battery module can be inserted into the battery compartment.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment, a first cover shell is detachably installed in the first assembly slot. The first cover shell is provided with a first clearance window that extends through its left and right sides. A first plastic seat is installed inside the first clearance window. The first plastic seat is provided with a first insertion interface. The first connector socket is located on the right side of the battery module. When the first cover is installed in the first assembly slot, the first plug interface can expose the first connector socket.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment, the second connector socket is located on the left side of the battery compartment, and the second connector plug is located on the left side of the battery module; The battery compartment has a first notch on the right side of both the front and rear sides, and the battery module has a first spring piece that inserts into the first notch on the right side of both the front and rear sides. When the battery module is inserted into the battery compartment from right to left, the first spring can be inserted into the first notch and make the second connector plug and the second connector socket connected.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment, the left side of the first cover shell is parallel to the bottom surface of the first assembly slot, the bottom surface of the first assembly slot is provided with a first fastening notch, and the left side of the first cover shell is provided with a first fastening arm for fastening into the first fastening notch. The first snap-fit ​​notch has at least two with a front-to-back spacing, and the number of the first snap-fit ​​arms is the same as the number of the first snap-fit ​​notches.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment, a first sealing ring is provided on the left side of the first cover shell. The height of the first sealing ring in the vertical direction is greater than the height of the insertion port in the vertical direction, and the width of the first sealing ring in the front-back direction is greater than the width of the insertion port in the front-back direction. The first sealing ring protrudes from the left side of the first cover shell.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment, the front, lower, and rear surfaces of the battery compartment are provided with supporting protrusions, which extend to the left and right. When the battery module is inserted into the battery compartment, the support protrusion can abut against the surface of the battery module. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, 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 application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a front view of the smart camera and solar panel provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The diagram shows the 3D structure of the smart camera. Figure 3 yes Figure 2 The first cross-sectional view of the smart camera shown; Figure 4 yes Figure 2 An exploded view of the partial structure of the smart camera shown. Figure 5 yes Figure 4 The image shows a partial exploded view of the smart camera from another angle. Figure 6 yes Figure 4 The diagram shows a partial exploded view of the smart camera.

[0018] The following are the labeling elements in the figure: 100. Smart camera; 10. Main unit housing; 11. Battery compartment; 111. Second connector socket; 112. Insertion port; 113. First notch; 114. Supporting protrusion; 12. First assembly through groove; 121. Opening; 122. First snap-fit ​​notch; 13. First cover shell; 131. First clearance window; 132. First plastic base; 133. First insertion interface; 1331. Rubber plug; 134. First fastening arm; 135. First sealing ring; 20. Camera module; 21. Horizontal rotating housing; 22. Horizontal rotation actuator motor; 23. Camera; 24. Vertical rotation actuator motor; 30. Solar panel; 31. Connecting wire; 32. First connector plug; 40. Battery module; 41. First connector socket; 42. Second connector plug; 43. First spring contact; 50. Support base; 51. Support shell. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects to be solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and are not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0020] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on or indirectly on that other component. When a component is referred to as being "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to or indirectly connected to that other component.

[0021] It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0022] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0023] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0024] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 6 The smart camera 100 provided in the embodiments of this application will now be described. The smart camera 100 includes a main housing 10, a camera module 20, and a solar panel 30.

[0025] The camera module 20 is installed on the main housing 10. The main housing 10 has a battery compartment 11, and the battery module 40 is detachably installed in the battery compartment 11. The solar panel 30 has a connecting wire 31, and the end of the connecting wire 31 has a first connector plug 32. The battery module 40 has a first connector socket 41 for the first connector plug 32 to be inserted into. The battery module 40 has a second connector plug 42. The battery compartment 11 has a second connector socket 111 for the second connector plug 42 to be inserted into. The second connector socket 111 is wired to the camera module 20.

[0026] Specifically, by setting up a detachable battery module 40 and a solar panel 30, with the solar panel 30 electrically connected to the battery module 40, compared with the prior art, firstly, by charging the battery module 40 through the solar panel 30 and then supplying power to the camera module 20 through the battery module 40, the problem of large fluctuations in the output voltage and current of the solar panel 30 can be alleviated, ensuring that the camera module 20 operates under a stable voltage and current power supply, and greatly improving the operational stability of the camera module 20; Secondly, the solar panel 30 first charges the battery module 40, and then the battery module 40 supplies power to the camera module 20, achieving centralized management and optimized distribution of electrical energy, rationally adjusting the battery discharge process, and improving energy utilization efficiency. At the same time, it reduces the direct matching requirements between the solar panel 30 and the camera module 20. As long as the output voltage and current of the solar panel 30 are within the battery charging range, and the operating voltage and current of the camera module 20 are within the battery discharging range, good compatibility can be achieved. Thirdly, the first connector plug 32 and the first connector socket 41 are used to complete the electrical connection between the solar panel 30 and the battery module 40, and the second connector plug 42 and the second connector socket 111 are used to complete the electrical connection between the battery module 40 and the camera module 20, which can achieve quick connection and disconnection. When a power failure occurs, by quickly plugging and unplugging the corresponding connectors, it is possible to quickly determine whether the problem is in the power supply part of the solar panel 30, the power supply part of the battery module 40, or the camera module 20, which improves maintenance efficiency and reduces maintenance costs.

[0027] In some embodiments, the camera module 20 includes a horizontally rotating housing 21 rotatably mounted on the bottom of the main housing 10, a horizontally rotating actuator 22 for driving the horizontally rotating housing 21 to rotate horizontally, a camera rotatably mounted on the horizontally rotating housing 21, and a vertically rotating actuator 24 for driving the camera to rotate vertically. The camera has an infrared sensor that can recognize human images to trigger the camera to work or not work, achieving low power consumption.

[0028] Specifically, the first connector plug 32 is a USB connector or a Type-C connector, and the first connector socket 41 is a USB socket or a Type-C socket; the second connector plug 42 is a USB connector, a Type-C connector, or a spring-loaded pin connector, and the second connector socket 111 is a USB connector, a Type-C connector, or a spring-loaded pin connector.

[0029] It should be noted that the first connector plug 32 is a TYPR-C connector and the first connector socket 41 is a TYPR-C socket; the second connector plug 42 is a spring-loaded pin connector and the second connector socket 111 is a spring-loaded pin connector.

[0030] In other embodiments, a support base 50 is also included, which is fixedly mounted on a support. The support base 50 has a support shell 51, which is assembled with the main housing 10 using a snap-fit ​​structure. Meanwhile, the solar panel 30 can also be mounted on the support base 50 via a support mechanism or directly on the support.

[0031] Specifically, the main housing 10 has a first mounting channel 12 on its side, with both ends of the first mounting channel penetrating the main housing 10 to form an open opening 121; the battery compartment 11 extends to the right through the bottom surface of the first mounting channel 12 to form an insertion port 112, through which the battery module 40 can be inserted into the battery compartment 11. The first mounting channel 12 is detachably fitted with a first cover shell 13, which has a first clearance window 131 penetrating its left and right sides, and a first plastic seat 132 installed in the first clearance window 131. The first plastic seat 132 has a first insertion interface 133; the first connector socket 41 is located on the right side of the battery module 40. When the first cover shell 13 is installed in the first mounting channel 12, the first insertion interface 133 can expose the first connector socket 41.

[0032] Preferably, the first connector 133 is detachably fitted with a rubber plug 1331. When the first connector plug 32 is not inserted into the first connector socket 41 through the first connector 133, the rubber plug 1331 can be used to block the first connector 133 to prevent external moisture and debris from entering the first connector socket 41, thereby further enhancing the protection and waterproof capabilities.

[0033] More specifically, the second connector socket 111 is located on the left side of the battery compartment 11, and the second connector plug 42 is located on the left side of the battery module 40; the right end of the front and rear sides of the battery compartment 11 is provided with a first notch 113, and the right end of the front and rear sides of the battery module 40 is provided with a first spring piece 43 that inserts into the first notch 113; when the battery module 40 is inserted into the battery compartment 11 from right to left, the first spring piece 43 can be inserted into the first notch 113 and make the second connector plug 42 connected to the second connector socket 111.

[0034] Preferably, the left side of the first cover shell 13 is parallel to the bottom surface of the first assembly slot 12. The bottom surface of the first assembly slot 12 is provided with a first fastening notch 122, and the left side of the first cover shell 13 is provided with a first fastening arm 134 for fastening into the first fastening notch 122. The first fastening notch 122 has at least two with a front-to-back spacing, and the number of first fastening arms 134 is the same as the number of first fastening notches 122. The left side of the first cover shell 13 is provided with a first sealing ring 135. The height of the first sealing ring 135 in the vertical direction is greater than the height of the insertion port 112 in the vertical direction, and the width of the first sealing ring 135 in the front-to-back direction is greater than the width of the insertion port 112 in the front-to-back direction. The first sealing ring 135 protrudes from the left side of the first cover shell 13.

[0035] The assembly process of the battery module 40 is as follows: First, the first cover shell 13 is moved forward, causing the first fastening arm 134 to disengage from the first fastening notch 122. Then, the first cover shell 13 is removed to the right from the first assembly slot 12. The second connector plug 42 of the battery module 40 is positioned with its end facing the insertion port 112, and the battery module 40 is inserted into the battery compartment 11 through the insertion port 112, with the first spring tab 43 snapping into the first notch 113 as the final assembly position of the battery module 40. Finally, the first cover shell 13 is installed in the first assembly slot 12, and the first cover shell 13 is pushed backward, causing the first fastening arm 134 to snap into the first fastening notch 122, thus completing the assembly of the battery module 40. Subsequently, when it is necessary to electrically connect the solar panel 30 to the battery module 40, it is only necessary to remove the rubber plug 1331 to allow the first connector plug 32 to be inserted into the first connector socket through the first insertion interface 133 to charge the battery module 40.

[0036] More specifically, the front, lower and rear surfaces of the battery compartment 11 are provided with support protrusions 114, which extend to the left and right. When the battery module 40 is inserted into the battery compartment 11, the support protrusions 114 can abut against the surface of the battery module 40.

[0037] It should be noted that by setting up the battery compartment 11, the battery module 40 can be detachably installed in the battery compartment 11. This allows the smart camera 100 to be removed from its use or after damage, enabling separate recycling of the smart camera 100 and the battery module 40. This eliminates the need for specialized equipment to disassemble the battery, reducing manual operation and reliance on specialized equipment, improving recycling efficiency, and avoiding damage and contamination caused by unprofessional disassembly. Simultaneously, the battery can be recycled independently, reducing overall recycling costs. Furthermore, the structure of the first cover shell 13, the rubber plug 1331, and the first sealing ring 135 improves the waterproof rating of the smart camera 100, making it meet IP66 waterproof performance, making it particularly suitable for outdoor use.

[0038] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model, and only specifically describe the technical principles of the present utility model. These descriptions are only for explaining the principles of the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the present utility model in any way. Based on this explanation, any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model, as well as other specific embodiments of the present utility model that can be conceived by those skilled in the art without creative effort, should be included within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A smart camera comprising a main housing (10) and a camera module (20) mounted on the main housing (10), characterized in that, It also includes a solar panel (30), which has a connecting line (31) and a first connector plug (32) at the end of the connecting line (31); the main housing (10) has a battery compartment (11), which is detachably equipped with a battery module (40); the battery module (40) has a first connector socket (41) for the first connector plug (32) to be inserted, the battery module (40) has a second connector plug (42), the battery compartment (11) has a second connector socket (111) for the second connector plug (42) to be inserted, and the second connector socket (111) is wired to the camera module (20).

2. The smart camera of claim 1, wherein, The camera module (20) includes a horizontal rotating shell (21) that can be rotatably mounted on the bottom of the main housing (10), a horizontal rotation actuator (22) for driving the horizontal rotating shell (21) to rotate horizontally, a camera that can be rotatably mounted on the horizontal rotating shell (21), and a vertical rotation actuator (24) for driving the camera to rotate vertically.

3. The intelligent camera of claim 1 or 2, wherein, The first connector plug (32) is a USB connector or a TYPR-C connector, and the first connector socket (41) is a USB socket or a TYPR-C socket; The second connector plug (42) is a USB connector, a TYPR-C connector, or a spring pin connector plug, and the second connector socket (111) is a USB connector, a TYPR-C connector, or a spring pin connector socket.

4. The smart camera of claim 3, wherein, It also includes a support base (50), which is fixedly installed on the support. The support base (50) has a support shell (51), and the support shell (51) and the main body shell (10) are assembled together by a snap-fit ​​structure.

5. The intelligent camera according to claim 1, 2, or 4, characterized in that, The main housing (10) has a first assembly channel (12) on its side, and the front and rear ends of the first assembly channel penetrate the main housing (10) to form an open opening (121). The battery compartment (11) extends to the right through the bottom surface of the first mounting slot (12) to form an insertion port (112), through which the battery module (40) can be inserted into the battery compartment (11).

6. The smart camera of claim 5, wherein, The first assembly slot (12) is detachably fitted with a first cover shell (13). The first cover shell (13) has a first clearance window (131) that runs through its left and right sides. A first plastic seat (132) is installed inside the first clearance window (131). The first plastic seat (132) has a first insertion interface (133). The first connector socket (41) is located on the right side of the battery module (40). When the first cover shell (13) is installed in the first assembly slot (12), the first plug interface (133) can expose the first connector socket (41).

7. The smart camera of claim 5, wherein, The second connector socket (111) is located on the left side of the battery compartment (11), and the second connector plug (42) is located on the left side of the battery module (40); The battery compartment (11) has a first notch (113) on the right side of both the front and rear sides, and the battery module (40) has a first spring piece (43) inserted into the first notch (113) on the right side of both the front and rear sides. When the battery module (40) is inserted into the battery compartment (11) from right to left, the first spring (43) can be inserted into the first notch (113) and make the second connector plug (42) connected to the second connector socket (111).

8. The intelligent camera of claim 6 or 7, wherein, The left side of the first cover shell (13) is parallel to the bottom surface of the first assembly through groove (12). The bottom surface of the first assembly through groove (12) is provided with a first fastening notch (122). The left side of the first cover shell (13) is provided with a first fastening arm (134) for fastening into the first fastening notch (122). The first snap-fit ​​notch (122) has at least two with a front-to-back spacing, and the number of the first snap-fit ​​arms (134) is the same as the number of the first snap-fit ​​notches (122).

9. The smart camera of claim 8, wherein, The first cover shell (13) has a first sealing ring (135) on its left side. The height of the first sealing ring (135) in the vertical direction is greater than the height of the insertion port (112) in the vertical direction. The width of the first sealing ring (135) in the front-back direction is greater than the width of the insertion port (112) in the front-back direction. The first sealing ring (135) protrudes from the left side of the first cover shell (13). 10.The smart camera of claim 1 or 2 or 4 or 6 or 7 or 9, characterized in that, The battery compartment (11) is provided with support ridges (114) on the front, lower and rear surfaces, and the support ridges (114) extend to the left and right. When the battery module (40) is inserted into the battery compartment (11), the support protrusion (114) can abut against the surface of the battery module (40).

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