camera

Abstract

The application provides a camera, comprising an imaging module, a front shell and a rear shell, the front shell and the rear shell are connected to form a receiving space, at least the front shell is not light-transmitting, and the imaging module is arranged in the receiving space; the imaging module comprises at least two lenses, and the optical axes of the at least two lenses are not parallel; the front shell is provided with at least two lens holes, the at least two lenses are arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the at least two lens holes, and when viewed from the front of the camera, the at least two lenses at least partially expose from the at least two lens holes respectively; the front shell is used for being mounted on a first light-transmitting side of a light-transmitting carrier, and the at least two lenses respectively image scenes on a second light-transmitting side of the light-transmitting carrier; and the total field of view angle of the at least two lenses is greater than the field of view angle of each camera. Therefore, when the camera is mounted on the light-transmitting carrier, the field of view angle can be increased, and glare can be avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cameras, and more particularly to a camera that can be mounted on a light-transmitting carrier. Background Technology

[0002] A glass camera is a camera mounted on one side of a glass surface to capture images of the scene on the other side of the glass. Existing glass cameras generally use a single camera, have a small field of view, and are prone to glare when mounted on glass to capture images of the scene on the other side of a window. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application aims to address at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution of this application is: This application provides a camera, which includes an imaging module, a front shell and a rear shell, the front shell and the rear shell being connected to form a receiving space, and the imaging module being disposed within the receiving space; The imaging module includes at least two lenses, and the optical axes of the at least two lenses are not parallel. The front cover is provided with at least two lens holes, and the at least two lenses are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the at least two lens holes. When viewed from the front of the camera, at least a portion of the at least two lenses are exposed from the at least two lens holes respectively. The front shell is used to be installed on the first light-transmitting side of the light-transmitting carrier, and the at least two lenses respectively image the scene on the second light-transmitting side of the light-transmitting carrier; The total field of view of the at least two lenses is greater than the field of view of each of the cameras.

[0005] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this application are as follows: In this application, when the camera is mounted on a light-transmitting carrier, the optical axes of at least two lenses are not parallel, and thus they face different shooting directions. The total field of view of at least two lenses is greater than the field of view of each individual lens, which can increase the total field of view of the camera. The front shell is opaque, so it can be used to block light from behind the camera and avoid glare. Attached Figure Description

[0006] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0007] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of a camera mounted on a light-transmitting carrier in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the camera in the embodiments of this application; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Exploded view; Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the imaging module in an embodiment of this application; Figure 5 for Figure 3 A structural diagram from another perspective; Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the front shell; Figure 7 for Figure 6 A structural diagram from another perspective; Figure 8 This is an exploded view of the posterior shell; Figure 9 for Figure 8 A structural diagram from another perspective; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the camera structure in the second embodiment of this application; Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the camera structure in the third embodiment of this application; Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the camera structure in the fourth embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0008] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0009] 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.

[0010] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0011] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the camera 1 mounted on the light-transmitting carrier 2 in an embodiment of this application.

[0012] In some embodiments, the light-transmitting carrier 2 is glass, which can be, but is not limited to, house glass, car window glass, fish tank glass, or aquarium glass. The glass can be, but is not limited to, single-pane glass, double-pane glass, or multi-pane glass, and is not limited here.

[0013] In other embodiments, the light-transmitting carrier 2 can be polycarbonate (PC), polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polystyrene (PS), polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP), polyimide (PI), sapphire, and quartz, etc.

[0014] In some embodiments, the light-transmitting carrier 2 includes a first light-transmitting side 21 and a second light-transmitting side 22. The first light-transmitting side 21 and the second light-transmitting side 22 are located on opposite sides of the light-transmitting carrier 2.

[0015] In some embodiments, the camera 1 is mounted on the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2, and the camera 1 can capture the scene on the second light-transmitting side 22 of the light-transmitting carrier 2 through the light-transmitting carrier 2.

[0016] Therefore, the camera 1 in this application embodiment is suitable for scenarios where it is installed on the indoor side of a house window to capture outdoor scenery, and also suitable for scenarios where it is installed on the inner side of a car window to capture outdoor scenery, and also suitable for scenarios where it is installed on the outer side of a fish tank window to capture fish activity inside the fish tank window, and also suitable for scenarios where it is installed on the outer side of an aquarium window to capture fish, reptiles, and other animals activity inside the aquarium window, etc.

[0017] For ease of description later, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the camera 1 in this embodiment, defining two directions: front and rear. The front of the camera 1 refers to the direction in which at least two lenses 101 of the camera 1 face the scene being captured, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The position indicated by the text "front" in Figure 2 is the front of the camera 1. It can be understood that the front of the camera 1 is a general concept, which can be but is not limited to the directly front of the camera 1, or the front side of the camera 1. The rear of the camera 1 refers to the direction opposite to the front of the camera 1, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 The position indicated by the text "rear" in Figure 2 is the rear of the camera 1. It can be understood that the rear of the camera 1 is a general concept, which can be but is not limited to the directly rear of the camera 1, or the rear side of the camera 1. It is not limited here.

[0018] Among them, in some embodiments, the outer shape of the camera 1 is square, rectangular, circular, kidney-shaped, polygonal, etc. In this embodiment, the outer shape of the camera 1 is kidney-shaped.

[0019] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 , Figure 3 which is Figure 2 the exploded view of.

[0020] As Figure 2 and Figure 3 shown, the camera 1 includes an imaging module 10, a front housing 20 and a rear housing 30. The front housing 20 and the rear housing 30 are connected to form a receiving space, and the imaging module 10 is disposed in the receiving space; the imaging module 10 includes at least two lenses 101, and the optical axes of the at least two lenses 101 are not parallel; at least two lens holes 201 are provided on the front housing 20, and the at least two lenses 101 and the at least two lens holes 201 are arranged in one-to-one correspondence. When observing from the front of the camera 1, at least some of the at least two lenses 101 are respectively exposed from the at least two lens holes 201; the front housing 20 is used to be mounted on the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2, and the at least two lenses 101 respectively image the scenes on the second light-transmitting side 22 of the light-transmitting carrier 2; the total viewing angle of the at least two lenses 101 is greater than the viewing angle of each camera 1.

[0021] Therefore, in this application, when the camera 1 is mounted on the light-transmitting carrier 2, the optical axes of at least two lenses 101 are not parallel, and thus they face different shooting directions. The images captured by each of the at least two lenses 101 have a certain overlapping area. After image processing to remove the overlapping area and combine the non-overlapping parts into one image, the image captured by the camera 1 can be obtained. Since the total field of view of the at least two lenses 101 is greater than the field of view of each camera 1, the field of view of the camera 1 can be expanded by using at least two lenses 101. In addition, the front shell 20 is opaque and at least surrounds the outer periphery of the at least two lenses 101, thus blocking the light from the rear of the camera 1 from the outer periphery of the at least two lenses 101, preventing the light from the rear of the camera 1 from being reflected inside the light-transmitting carrier 2 and entering the at least two lenses 101, thereby avoiding the glare problem.

[0022] In some embodiments, the imaging module 10 is used to convert light signals into electrical or digital signals to generate an image. The imaging module 10 includes at least two lenses 101, a sensor, an image processor, and an output interface. The lenses 101 collect light and focus it onto the sensor. The sensor converts the light into electrical or digital signals. The image processor processes the signals from the sensor, adjusts image quality, and applies image enhancement functions. The output interface transmits the processed image to a display, storage device, or other device. The camera 1 can be widely used in various application scenarios, including photography, videography, medical imaging, machine vision, security, automotive electronics, drones, and medical devices.

[0023] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 , Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the imaging module 10 in an embodiment of this application. Figure 4 It can be seen that the total field of view of camera 1 is the total field of view of the sum of the field of view of each of the at least two lenses 101. It can be understood that the field of view of the at least two lenses 101 included in the imaging module 10 at least partially overlaps, and the total field of view of the at least two lenses 101 is greater than the field of view of each camera 1, and the total field of view of the at least two lenses 101 is 120~180 degrees.

[0024] Therefore, in this application, when at least two lenses 101 of camera 1 are used in combination, the total field of view is 120 to 180 degrees, which expands the field of view range of camera 1.

[0025] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 5 , Figure 5 for Figure 3A structural diagram from another perspective. The front shell 20 has a first side 203 and a second side 204 arranged opposite to each other. The first side 203 is provided with a first mounting panel 2031, which is used to fit and install on the surface of the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2. The second side 204 is provided with a second mounting panel 2041. At least two lenses 101 are installed at different positions on the second mounting panel 2041 at intervals. At least two lens holes 201 penetrate the front shell 20 in the front-rear direction of the camera 1.

[0026] Therefore, the front shell 20 has a first mounting panel 2031 on the side facing the light-transmitting carrier 2. The first mounting panel 2031 is arranged parallel to the surface of the light-transmitting carrier 2, so it can be mounted in close contact with the surface of the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2, thereby improving the reliability of the camera 1 mounted on the surface of the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2. The second side 204 is provided with a second mounting panel 2041 for mounting at least two lenses 101, so that at least two lenses 101 can face different shooting directions respectively, thereby expanding the field of view of the camera 1. Therefore, the front cover 20 can be both a mounting structure for the camera 1 to be mounted on the light-transmitting carrier 2 and a mounting carrier for at least two lenses 101 of the camera 1. The at least two lenses 101 can capture images of the scene on the second light-transmitting side 22 of the light-transmitting carrier 2 through the light-transmitting carrier 2, simplifying the overall structure of the camera 1. Moreover, since the front cover 20 surrounds at least the outer periphery of at least two lenses 101, it can block light from the rear of the camera 1 from the outer periphery of the at least two lenses 101, preventing light from the rear of the camera 1 from being reflected inside the light-transmitting carrier 2 and entering the at least two lenses 101, thereby avoiding glare problems.

[0027] In some embodiments, the first mounting panel 2031 is planar. In other embodiments, the first mounting panel 2031 may be a curved surface adapted to the surface of the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2, which can further improve the reliability of the camera 1 being mounted on the first light-transmitting side 21 of the light-transmitting carrier 2.

[0028] In some embodiments, the second mounting panel 2041 is a surface disposed opposite to the first mounting panel 2031. Please refer to... Figure 5 The second mounting panel 2041 includes multiple surfaces that intersect, and each surface can be used to mount one lens 101. In this embodiment, the second mounting panel 2041 is a surface formed by the intersection of three planes. At least two lenses 101 are respectively disposed on different surfaces of the second mounting panel 2041. Therefore, at least two lenses 101 are disposed at different positions on the second mounting panel 2041, and the optical axes of at least two lenses 101 are not parallel, thus they can face different shooting directions.

[0029] In some embodiments, at least two lenses 101 include two first lenses 1011, and the second mounting panel 2041 includes two first mounting surfaces 2041a. The two first mounting surfaces 2041a are arranged opposite to each other. In the front-rear direction of the camera 1, the distance between the two first mounting surfaces 2041a gradually decreases from front to back. At least two lens holes 201 include two first lens holes 2011. The two first lens holes 2011 are respectively disposed on the two first mounting surfaces 2041a. The first lens holes 2011 penetrate the front shell 20 in the front-rear direction of the camera 1. The two first lenses 1011 are respectively disposed corresponding to the two first lens holes 2011. When viewed from the front of the camera 1, at least part of the two first lenses 1011 are exposed from the two first lens holes 2011.

[0030] Therefore, in the front-rear direction of camera 1, the distance between the two first mounting surfaces 2041a gradually decreases from front to back. Consequently, the heads of the two first lenses 1011 are close together, while the tails are far apart. The heads of the two first lenses 1011 refer to the ends of the two first lenses 1011 closest to the front of camera 1, and the tails refer to the ends of the two first lenses 1011 closest to the rear of camera 1. The opaque nature of the front housing 20 itself can be used to block light from behind camera 1 from entering the interior of the two first lenses 1011, thus avoiding glare. Furthermore, the opaque nature of the sidewall structure of the front housing 20 can be used to further block light from behind camera 1 from entering the interior of the two first lenses 1011, further preventing glare.

[0031] In some embodiments, the two first lenses 1011 have the same focal length.

[0032] Thus, with at least two first lenses 1011 facing different shooting directions, the total field of view of at least two lenses 101 can be increased, expanding the field of view range.

[0033] In other embodiments, the two first lenses 1011 have different focal lengths. Therefore, the two first lenses 1011 can have different viewing distances within different fields of view.

[0034] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 When the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 intersect at a point and the intersection point A is located in front of the camera 1, there are two first mounting panels 2031 and the two first mounting panels 2031 are coplanar. In the length direction of the camera 1, the two first lens holes 2011 are located between the two first mounting panels 2031. The two first mounting panels 2031 are opaque and are used to block light from the rear of the camera 1.

[0035] Therefore, by utilizing the opaque nature of the two first mounting panels 2031, light from behind the camera 1 can be blocked from entering the interior of the two first lenses 1011, thus avoiding glare problems.

[0036] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the two first mounting panels 2031 are each semi-circular in shape, and the arc-shaped openings 2031a of the two first mounting panels 2031 correspond to the two first lens holes 2011 respectively, and the arc-shaped openings 2031a of the two first mounting panels 2031 are arranged opposite to each other.

[0037] In other embodiments, the two first mounting panels 2031 may be in other shapes, which are not limited here.

[0038] In some embodiments, the front housing 20 may include a first recessed structure 2034 located between two first mounting panels 2031, with two first lens holes 2011 disposed inside the first recessed structure 2034, meaning the first recessed structure 2034 surrounds the outer periphery of at least two lenses 101. Specifically, the first side 203 further includes a first inclined surface 2035, a second inclined surface 2036, a third inclined surface 2037, and a fourth inclined surface 2038. The first inclined surface 2035 is disposed opposite to the second inclined surface 2036, and the third inclined surface 2037 is disposed opposite to the fourth inclined surface 2038. The first inclined surface 2035 is located between the third inclined surface 2037 and the fourth inclined surface 2038, and the second inclined surface 2036 is also located between the third inclined surface 2037 and the fourth inclined surface 2038. The first inclined surface 2035, the second inclined surface 2036, the third inclined surface 2037, and the fourth inclined surface 2038 together constitute the first recessed structure 2034. The angle between the fourth inclined surface 2038 and the adjacent portion of the first mounting panel 2031 is an obtuse angle, and the angle between the third inclined surface 2037 and another adjacent portion of the first mounting panel 2031 is an obtuse angle. The angle between the first inclined surface 2035 and the connection portion of the front housing 20 side wall is an acute angle, and the angle between the second inclined surface 2036 and the connection portion of the front housing 20 side wall is an acute angle. In other words, the outer periphery of at least two lenses 101 is jointly enclosed by the first inclined surface 2035, the second inclined surface 2036, the third inclined surface 2037, and the fourth inclined surface 2038.

[0039] Therefore, the first groove structure 2034 can block light from the back of the camera 1 from entering the interior of the two first lenses 1011, thus preventing glare.

[0040] Further, the front housing 20 may include a second groove structure 2039 located in the middle of the first groove structure 2034. This second groove structure 2039 is further recessed relative to the first groove structure 2034 towards the rear housing 30, thereby forming a stepped structure 2033 between the first groove structure 2034 and the second groove structure 2039. That is, the distance from the first mounting panel 2031 to the distal end of the first groove structure 2034 is less than the distance from the first mounting panel 2031 to the distal end of the second groove structure 2039. Two first lens holes 2011 are formed on the second groove structure 2039. Specifically, the first side 203 also includes a fifth inclined surface 2039a, a sixth inclined surface 2039b, and a plane 2039c. The plane 2039c is located between the first inclined surface 2035 and the second inclined surface 2036. The two first lens holes 2011 are respectively formed on the fifth inclined surface 2039a and the sixth inclined surface 2039b.

[0041] Therefore, the second groove structure 2039 works in conjunction with the first groove structure 2034 to more effectively block light from the back of the camera 1 from entering the interior of the two first lenses 1011, thus avoiding glare.

[0042] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The imaging module 10 also includes two first circuit boards 103, which correspond to two first lenses 1011 respectively. The surface of the first circuit board 103 is parallel to the corresponding first mounting surface 2041a. Each first lens 1011 is fixedly mounted on the side of the corresponding first circuit board 103 facing the front shell 20.

[0043] Therefore, the corresponding set of first mounting surfaces 2041a and first circuit boards 103 can fix the corresponding first lens 1011 at both ends, making the installation of the first lens 1011 more reliable and stable.

[0044] In some embodiments, the imaging module 10 further includes a second circuit board 104 located between two first circuit boards 103. The surface of the second circuit board 104 is parallel to the surface of the first mounting panel 2031, and the first circuit boards 103 are inclined relative to the second circuit board 104.

[0045] Therefore, corresponding electronic components can be set on the second circuit board 104 to provide corresponding circuit support for the camera 1.

[0046] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 , Figure 6 This is an exploded view of the front shell 20. Figure 7 for Figure 6A structural diagram from another perspective. The front shell 20 includes a first mounting bracket 201a and a second mounting bracket 202, which are connected in the front-rear direction of the camera 1. A first mounting panel 2031 is disposed on the side of the first mounting bracket 201a opposite to the second mounting bracket 202, and a second mounting panel 2041 is disposed on the side of the second mounting bracket 202 opposite to the first mounting bracket 201a. At least two lens holes 201 simultaneously penetrate the first mounting bracket 201a and the second mounting bracket 202, that is, each first lens 1011 simultaneously penetrates the first mounting bracket 201a and the second mounting bracket 202. Specifically, the first mounting bracket 201a is provided with a first sub-lens hole 201b, and the second mounting bracket 202 is provided with a corresponding second sub-lens hole 202b. The first sub-lens hole 201b and the second sub-lens hole 202b together form the first lens hole 2011.

[0047] In some embodiments, the second groove structure 2039 and the first groove structure 2034 are formed on the first mounting bracket 201a and located on the surface of the first mounting bracket 201a facing away from the second mounting bracket 202. Therefore, the outer surface of the first mounting bracket 201a is recessed inward toward the second mounting bracket 202, thereby forming an annular barrier around at least two lenses 101, which can effectively block light from the rear of the camera 1 from entering the lens interior and prevent glare.

[0048] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, in some embodiments, the first mounting bracket 201a is provided with a first positioning post 2015, and the second mounting bracket 202 is provided with a corresponding first positioning hole 2021. The connector passes through the first positioning hole 2021 from the side of the second mounting bracket 202 away from the first mounting bracket 201a and connects with the first positioning post 2015, thereby connecting the first mounting bracket 201a and the second mounting bracket 202.

[0049] Therefore, in this application, the front shell 20 adopts a split structure, which can improve the structural strength of the front shell 20 and simplify the manufacturing process. Moreover, the first mounting bracket 201a and the second mounting bracket 202 can be made of the same color material or different color materials to achieve an aesthetic effect.

[0050] In some embodiments, the side of the second mounting bracket 202 facing away from the first mounting bracket 201a is used for fixed connection with two first circuit boards 103. Specifically, a second positioning post 2022 is provided on the side of the second mounting bracket 202 facing the first circuit board 103. The surface of the second positioning post 2022 facing the first circuit board 103 is inclined to adapt to the surface of the first circuit board 103 and is fixedly connected to the first circuit board 103. Specifically, in this embodiment, there are four second positioning posts 2022, which are respectively provided at the four apex corners of the side of the second mounting bracket 202 facing the first circuit board 103, and every two second positioning posts 2022 are connected to one first circuit board 103.

[0051] like Figure 7 As shown, the second positioning post 2022 extends a predetermined length from the side of the second mounting bracket 202 away from the first mounting bracket 201a. Therefore, the area of ​​the second mounting bracket 202 other than the second positioning post 2022 is spaced apart from the first circuit board 103 and spaced apart from the second circuit board 104, which facilitates the arrangement of electronic components on the first circuit board 103 and the second circuit board 104, while also taking into account heat dissipation and other issues.

[0052] In some embodiments, the first mounting bracket 201a and the second mounting bracket 202 are also provided with corresponding sidewall structures. Therefore, the opaque nature of the sidewall structures of the first mounting bracket 201a and the second mounting bracket 202 can be used to further block light from the rear of the camera 1 from entering the interior of the two first lenses 1011, thereby further avoiding glare problems.

[0053] In some embodiments, please refer to the following: Figure 8 and Figure 9 The rear shell 30 includes an annular sidewall 301 and a back shell 302. The annular sidewall 301 surrounds the imaging module 10, and the back shell 302 is connected to the side of the annular sidewall 301 opposite to the front shell 20. The annular sidewall 301 is connected between the front shell 20 and the back shell 302.

[0054] Therefore, in this application, the rear shell 30 also adopts a split structure, which can improve the structural strength of the rear shell 30 and simplify the manufacturing process. Moreover, the annular sidewall 301 and the back shell 302 can be made of the same color material or different color materials to achieve an aesthetic effect.

[0055] In some embodiments, the front shell 20 and the rear shell 30 are connected by connecting the inner side of the first mounting bracket 201a to the inner side of the annular sidewall 301, which ensures a simpler and more aesthetically pleasing appearance for both the front shell 20 and the rear shell 30. Therefore, the projection of the second mounting bracket 202 onto the first mounting panel 2031 is within the projection range of the first mounting bracket 201a, and the projected area of ​​the second mounting bracket 202 is smaller than that of the first mounting bracket 201a. Specifically, a third positioning post 2016 is provided on the side of the first mounting bracket 201a facing the annular sidewall 301, and a corresponding positioning protrusion 3011 is provided on the inner side of the annular sidewall 301. A second positioning hole 3011a is provided on the positioning protrusion 3011, and another connecting member passes through the second positioning hole 3011a from the side of the annular sidewall 301 away from the second mounting bracket 202 and connects to the third positioning post 2016 to connect the second mounting bracket 202 and the annular sidewall 301 together.

[0056] Therefore, in this application, the front shell 20 and the rear shell 30 are connected by the inner side of the first mounting bracket 201a and the inner side of the annular sidewall 301, which ensures that the appearance of the front shell 20 and the rear shell 30 is simpler and more beautiful.

[0057] In some embodiments, the annular sidewall 301 and the back shell 302 can be connected by a snap-fit ​​mechanism, which further ensures a simpler and more aesthetically pleasing appearance for the back shell 30. Specifically, the annular sidewall 301 has a first snap-fit ​​protrusion 3012 on the side near the back shell 302, and the back shell 302 has a second snap-fit ​​protrusion 3021 on the side facing the annular sidewall 301. When the back shell 302 is installed on the annular sidewall 301, the first snap-fit ​​protrusion 3012 and the second snap-fit ​​protrusion 3021 snap together.

[0058] Thus, the annular sidewall 301 and the back shell 302 are connected by the first snap-fit ​​protrusion 3012 and the second snap-fit ​​protrusion 3021, which can further ensure that the appearance of the back shell 30 is more concise and beautiful.

[0059] Please refer to Figure 10 , Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera 1 in the second embodiment of this application. Unlike the first embodiment, in the second embodiment, at least two lenses 101 further include a second lens 1012. The second mounting panel 2041 includes a second mounting surface 2041b, which is located between two first mounting surfaces 2041a. The second mounting surface 2041b is arranged parallel to the first mounting panel 2031. At least two lens holes 201 include a second lens hole 2012, which is disposed on the second mounting surface 2041b. The second lens 1012 is disposed corresponding to the second lens hole 2012. When viewed from the front of the camera 1, the second lens 1012 is exposed through the second lens hole 2012.

[0060] Therefore, in this application, after the two first lenses 1011 and one second lens 1012 are combined, the camera 1 has a larger field of view, further expanding the field of view range of the camera 1.

[0061] In some embodiments, the second lens 1012 is mounted on the second circuit board 104.

[0062] In some embodiments, the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 and the second lens 1012 intersect at a point and are located in front of the camera 1.

[0063] In some embodiments, when the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 and the second lens 1012 intersect at a point and the intersection point is located in front of the camera 1, there are two first mounting panels 2031 that are coplanar. In the length direction of the camera 1, the two first lens holes 2011 are located between the two first mounting panels 2031. The two first mounting panels 2031 are opaque and are used to block light from the rear of the camera 1.

[0064] In this embodiment, the optical axis angle between the first lens 1011 and the second lens 1012 is less than 90 degrees.

[0065] In other embodiments, the angle between the optical axes of the first lens 1011 and the second lens 1012 is less than 90 degrees, and the angle between the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 is greater than 90 degrees and less than 180 degrees.

[0066] Please refer to Figure 11 , Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the camera 1 in the third embodiment of this application. Unlike the first embodiment, in the third embodiment, the two first lenses 1011 face opposite directions; that is, the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 intersect at a single point, and the intersection point A is located behind the camera 1. A first mounting panel 2031 is provided and located between the two first lens holes 2011. The camera 1 also includes a light-shielding member 19, which surrounds at least two first lens holes 2011. The light-shielding member 19 is opaque and used to block light from behind the camera 1. In other embodiments, the light-shielding purpose can also be achieved by extending the dimensions of the front shell 20 in both the length and width directions; therefore, the light-shielding member 19 can be omitted.

[0067] In some embodiments, the first lens 1011 and the second lens 1012 have the same focal length.

[0068] Please refer to Figure 12 , Figure 12This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the camera 1 in the fourth embodiment of this application. Unlike the third embodiment, in the fourth embodiment, at least two lenses 101 further include a second lens 1012. The second mounting panel 2041 includes a second mounting surface 2041b, which is located between two first mounting surfaces 2041a. The second mounting surface 2041b is parallel to the first mounting panel 2031. At least two lens holes 201 include a second lens hole 2012, which is disposed on the second mounting surface 2041b. The second lens 1012 is disposed corresponding to the second lens hole 2012. When viewed from the front of the camera 1, the second lens 1012 is exposed through the second lens hole 2012.

[0069] Therefore, in this application, after the two first lenses 1011 and one second lens 1012 are combined, the camera 1 has a larger field of view, further expanding the field of view range of the camera 1.

[0070] In some embodiments, the second lens 1012 is mounted on the second circuit board 104.

[0071] In some embodiments, the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 and the second lens 1012 intersect at a point located behind the camera 1.

[0072] In some embodiments, when the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 and the second lens 1012 intersect at a point located behind the camera 1, the first mounting panel 2031 is a single unit located between the two first lens holes 2011. The camera 1 also includes a light-shielding member 19, which surrounds the two first lens holes 2011 and is opaque, used to block light from behind the camera 1. In other embodiments, the light-shielding purpose can also be achieved by extending the dimensions of the front shell 20 in both the length and width directions; therefore, the light-shielding member 19 can be omitted.

[0073] In this embodiment, the optical axis angle between the first lens 1011 and the second lens 1012 is less than 90 degrees, and the optical axis angle between the two first lenses 1011 is also less than 90 degrees.

[0074] In other embodiments, the angle between the optical axes of the first lens 1011 and the second lens 1012 is less than 90 degrees, and the angle between the optical axes of the two first lenses 1011 is greater than 90 degrees and less than 180 degrees.

[0075] Traditional installation methods for camera 1 often require drilling holes in the carrier. However, when the light-transmitting carrier 2 is transparent glass or a carrier made of special materials, drilling requires high skill, and even slight carelessness can lead to glass breakage, which not only damages the aesthetics of the glass but may also reduce its strength. In this embodiment, installation methods that do not require drilling, such as Velcro adhesion, magnetic attraction, high-performance adhesive, and vacuum suction, are used. This greatly reduces the difficulty and risk of installation, fundamentally avoiding damage to the glass structure. It preserves the smoothness, flatness, and transparency of the glass surface, while ensuring that the physical properties of the glass are not affected, maintaining its original strength and stability, and extending its service life. Moreover, installation can be easily completed without professional drilling equipment and operating skills, reducing the difficulty of installation and making the installation of camera 1 more convenient, thus improving the user experience.

[0076] Meanwhile, the camera 1 and the light-transmitting carrier 2 can be pre-connected to the front shell 20 and the light-transmitting carrier 2 respectively by the first connector and the second connector. During installation, the camera 1 can be installed simply by attaching the two together. At the same time, when the position of the camera 1 needs to be adjusted, maintained or replaced, the user can easily remove the camera 1 by separating the first connector and the second connector, making the use of the camera 1 more flexible and convenient, and further improving the user experience.

[0077] In some embodiments, when the installation method is Velcro fastening, the side of the first connector facing the front shell 20 is tightly adhered to a predetermined position on the front shell 20 using adhesive. Pressing firmly ensures the adhesive fully exerts its adhesiveness, guaranteeing the first connector is securely fixed to the front shell 20. Simultaneously, the side of the second connector facing the light-transmitting carrier 2 is adhered to the surface of the light-transmitting carrier 2 using adhesive. Appropriate pressure is applied to firmly attach the second connector to the light-transmitting carrier 2. Then, the assembled camera 1 is brought close to the light-transmitting carrier 2. The side of the first connector facing away from the front shell 20 has a hook surface, and the side of the second connector facing away from the light-transmitting carrier 2 has a velvety surface. By aligning the hook surface of the first connector with the velvety surface of the second connector and applying appropriate pressure to ensure full engagement between the hook and velvety surfaces, the installation of the camera 1 is completed. In some embodiments, either the second connector or one of the first connectors can be configured as the aforementioned light-shielding member 19, thereby achieving both installation and light shielding.

[0078] When disassembly is required, the first connector and the second connector are separated to completely detach the hook surface from the velvet surface, and the camera 1 can be removed from the light-transmitting carrier 2.

[0079] In some embodiments, when the installation method is adhesive bonding, adhesive is evenly applied to the corresponding positions of the first connector and the second connector, and the two are precisely aligned and bonded together. Appropriate force is applied to complete the installation of the camera 1. During disassembly, a special solvent is used to dissolve or reduce the adhesiveness of the adhesive, and the first connector and the second connector are separated to achieve disassembly.

[0080] In some embodiments, when the installation method is magnetic, a first connector with an embedded magnet is installed on the front shell 20 using an adhesive or similar method, and a second connector with a corresponding opposite magnet is installed on the light-transmitting carrier 2 using an adhesive or similar method. During installation, under the action of magnetic force, the two opposite magnets automatically attract each other, precisely align, and firmly adhere, completing the installation. During disassembly, the first and second connectors are separated along a direction perpendicular to the magnetic force.

[0081] In some embodiments, when the installation method is negative pressure, during installation, the second connector is glued to the surface of the light-transmitting carrier 2, while the first connector is glued to the front shell 20 of the camera 1. The first connector has a built-in silicone vacuum suction cup, and the second connector has a corresponding fitted flat surface. During installation, the suction cup of the first connector is precisely aligned with the second connector, and pressure is applied to ensure the suction cup fits tightly against the surface of the second connector, ensuring no gaps between them. As air is gradually expelled, a negative pressure is created between them. Under the action of external atmospheric pressure, the first and second connectors adhere tightly, thus stably mounting the camera 1 on the light-transmitting carrier 2. During disassembly, outside air is allowed to enter, balancing the air pressure between the suction cup and the second connector. Once the negative pressure disappears, the first and second connectors can be separated, and the camera 1 can be removed.

[0082] Furthermore, with the above installation method, if it is found that the camera 1 is installed crookedly on the light-transmitting carrier 2, there is no need to forcefully peel off the adhesive and damage the adhesive surface. Simply separate the connecting surfaces of the first connector and the second connector, readjust the position of the camera 1 so that the imaging module 10 is at a suitable angle, and then reattach the two. The installation method of the camera 1 includes, but is not limited to, the method described above. The installation method of the camera 1 can be set according to the actual situation and is not specifically limited here.

[0083] In some embodiments, the camera 1 can also be connected to the carrier through the end face of the rear shell 30. In this case, the carrier may include indoor walls, partitions, etc., so that the camera 1 can capture images inside the carrier, such as indoor scenes.

[0084] When the end face of the rear shell 30 is connected to the carrier, the first connector can be installed on the end face of the rear shell 30, and the second connector can be installed on an opaque carrier such as a wall. The connection between the two is achieved by magnetic attraction, adhesive, Velcro or negative pressure, thereby completing the installation of the camera 1. At the same time, the angle and field of view of the imaging module 10 can be adjusted according to the needs of the indoor layout and monitoring range to ensure full coverage of the required monitoring area.

[0085] In addition, if a positional deviation occurs during installation, the position and angle of camera 1 can be adjusted by separating and re-attaching the first and second connectors to ensure the shooting effect.

[0086] Therefore, the camera 1 of this application can be reasonably set to different installation methods according to the actual situation. For example, according to the monitoring needs of different scenarios, the camera 1 can be set to be connected to the carrier through the front shell 20 or through the rear shell 30, which further improves the applicability, flexibility and monitoring effect of the camera 1.

[0087] It is understood that the above is only an example, and adjustments can be made as needed in actual applications, without any limitations.

[0088] In summary, this application possesses the aforementioned superior characteristics, enabling it to achieve unprecedented performance in use and thus become a highly practical product.

[0089] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A camera, characterized in that, The camera includes an imaging module, a front shell, and a rear shell. At least the front shell is opaque. The front shell and the rear shell are connected to form a receiving space. The imaging module is disposed within the receiving space. The imaging module includes at least two lenses, and the optical axes of the at least two lenses are not parallel. The front cover is provided with at least two lens holes, and the at least two lenses are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the at least two lens holes. When viewed from the front of the camera, at least a portion of the at least two lenses are exposed from the at least two lens holes respectively. The front shell is used to be installed on the first light-transmitting side of the light-transmitting carrier, and the at least two lenses respectively image the scene on the second light-transmitting side of the light-transmitting carrier; The total field of view of the at least two lenses is greater than the field of view of each of the cameras.

2. The camera according to claim 1, characterized in that, The front housing has a first side and a second side arranged opposite to each other. The first side is provided with a first mounting panel, which is a flat surface for mounting on the surface of the first light-transmitting side of the light-transmitting carrier. The second side is provided with a second mounting panel. The at least two lenses are mounted at different positions on the second mounting panel at intervals. The at least two lens holes penetrate the front housing in the front-rear direction of the camera.

3. The camera according to claim 2, characterized in that, The at least two lenses include two first lenses, the second mounting panel includes two first mounting surfaces, the two first mounting surfaces are arranged opposite each other, and the distance between the two first mounting surfaces gradually decreases or gradually increases from front to back in the front-rear direction of the camera. The at least two lens holes include two first lens holes, the two first lens holes are respectively disposed on the two first mounting surfaces, and the two first lenses are respectively disposed corresponding to the two first lens holes. When viewed from the front of the camera, at least a portion of the two first lenses are exposed from the two first lens holes.

4. The camera according to claim 3, characterized in that, The at least two lenses include a second lens, and the second mounting panel further includes a second mounting surface. The second mounting surface is connected between the two first mounting surfaces and is arranged parallel to the first mounting panel. The at least two lens holes include a second lens hole, which is located on the second mounting surface. The second lens is positioned corresponding to the second lens hole, and when viewed from the front of the camera, the second lens is exposed through the second lens hole.

5. The camera according to claim 4, characterized in that, The imaging module further includes two first circuit boards and a second circuit board. The two first circuit boards are located on opposite sides of the second circuit board. The first circuit boards are inclined relative to the second circuit board and parallel to the corresponding first mounting surface. The two first lenses are respectively mounted on the two first circuit boards, and the second lens is mounted on the second circuit board.

6. The camera according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, When the optical axes of the two first lenses intersect at a point and the intersection point is located in front of the camera, there are two first mounting panels that are coplanar. In the length direction of the camera, the two first lens holes are located between the two first mounting panels. The two first mounting panels are opaque and are used to block light from the rear of the camera.

7. The camera according to claim 6, characterized in that, The total field of view of the at least two lenses is 120 to 180 degrees.

8. The camera according to claim 6, characterized in that, The front housing includes a first recessed structure located between the two first mounting panels, the at least two first lens holes located inside the first recessed structure, and the first recessed structure surrounding the periphery of the at least two lenses.

9. The camera according to claim 8, characterized in that, The front shell also includes a second groove structure, which is further recessed toward the rear shell side relative to the first groove structure, and a stepped structure is formed between the first groove structure and the second groove structure.

10. The camera according to claim 6, characterized in that, The front housing includes a first mounting bracket and a second mounting bracket, which are connected in the front-rear direction of the camera. The first mounting panel is disposed on the side of the first mounting bracket opposite to the second mounting bracket, and the second mounting panel is disposed on the side of the second mounting bracket opposite to the first mounting bracket. The at least two lens holes pass through the first mounting bracket and the second mounting bracket simultaneously, and the optical axes of the at least two lens holes are not parallel.

11. The camera according to claim 10, characterized in that, The first mounting bracket includes a first positioning post, and the second mounting bracket is provided with a corresponding first positioning hole. The connector passes through the first positioning hole and connects to the corresponding first positioning post to install the second mounting bracket on the first mounting bracket.

12. The camera according to claim 6, characterized in that, The rear shell includes an annular sidewall and a back shell. The annular sidewall is arranged around the imaging module, and the back shell is connected to the side of the annular sidewall opposite to the front shell. The annular sidewall is connected between the front shell and the back shell.

13. The camera according to claim 12, characterized in that, The front housing includes a first mounting bracket and a second mounting bracket, which are connected in the front-rear direction of the camera. The first mounting bracket has at least one third positioning post on the side facing the rear housing, and at least one positioning protrusion is provided on the inner side of the annular sidewall. Each positioning protrusion has a second positioning hole, and a connector passes through the second positioning hole and connects to the third positioning post to connect the front housing to the annular sidewall.

14. The camera according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, When the optical axes of the two first lenses intersect at a point and the intersection point is located behind the camera, the first mounting panel is a whole and located between the two first lens holes. The camera also includes a light shield, which is arranged around the two first lens holes. The light shield is opaque and is used to block light from behind the camera.

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