A docking station

Abstract

The utility model discloses an expansion dock relates to expansion dock technical field, and expansion dock includes: expansion dock body and data line, and one end of data line is connected with expansion dock body, and the other end fixedly connected with the plug of data line, the bottom shell of assembling in the bottom of expansion dock body, and the one side of bottom shell away from expansion dock body is provided with the first winding post of protruding, the winding cover of assembling in the bottom of bottom shell, and the one side of winding cover towards bottom shell is provided with the second winding post of protruding, and the second winding post is nested in the first winding post to form the winding groove for data line winding, and the periphery edge of the one side of winding cover towards bottom shell is distributed with a plurality of clamping rest points at intervals, and the special winding groove formed by the nesting of first winding post and second winding post provides the neat winding path for data line, and simultaneously, cooperate with the plurality of clamping rest points distributed around winding cover, and data line can be fixed in different positions in segmentation when winding, prevent the loose and slip of data line.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of docking station technology, and specifically to a docking station. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, when using docking stations to wind data cables, users cannot flexibly adjust the winding length according to the usage scenario. Current docking stations do not provide clear clamping points, resulting in the data cable either being completely wound or completely unwound, failing to achieve an intermediate state where a portion of the cable is wound and reliably secured. This limits the user's freedom to adjust the cable length according to desktop space. Furthermore, most existing cable winding designs are merely simple columnar or hook-shaped structures, lacking an effective cable securing mechanism. After winding, the data cable's own elasticity causes it to easily loosen and pop out, making it impossible to maintain a neat appearance. When carrying the cable, the loose data cable is easily tangled with other items, requiring effort to tidy it up during use. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a docking station that can solve the technical problems of existing technologies, such as easy loosening during storage and inability to flexibly adjust the length of use.

[0004] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a docking station, the docking station comprising: The docking station body and the data cable are provided. One end of the data cable is connected to the docking station body, and the other end of the data cable is fixedly connected to a plug. A bottom shell is assembled at the bottom of the docking station body, and a protruding first winding post is provided on the side of the bottom shell away from the docking station body; A winding cover is assembled at the bottom of the bottom shell. The winding cover has a raised second winding post on the side facing the bottom shell. The second winding post is nested inside the first winding post to form a winding groove for winding the data cable. Multiple clamping and stopping points are distributed at intervals around the periphery of the side of the winding cover facing the bottom shell.

[0005] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the clamping stop point is a raised limiting block, and there is a gap between the limiting block and the side of the bottom shell facing the winding cover, the height of the gap being less than the diameter of the data cable.

[0006] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the limiting block has an arched cross-sectional shape in the direction perpendicular to the winding cover.

[0007] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the limiting block is provided with guide surfaces on all four sides, and the guide surfaces are smoothly transitioned curved surfaces.

[0008] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the clamping stopping points are provided in a set at each of the four corners of the winding cover, and each set includes at least two protruding limiting blocks.

[0009] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the plug is provided with a magnetically conductive shielding iron body inside, and the bottom shell is provided with a magnet mounting groove for mounting a magnet on the side facing the dock body, the position of the magnet mounting groove being directly opposite the position of the shielding iron body.

[0010] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the sidewall of the magnet mounting groove is provided with at least one snap-fit ​​structure or limiting rib, and the magnet is fixed in the magnet mounting groove by interference fit or the snap-fit ​​structure.

[0011] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the bottom shell is further provided with a limiting flange at the opening of the magnet mounting groove to restrict the magnet from detaching.

[0012] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the bottom shell is provided with a plug placement groove on the side away from the dock body for placing the plug. The position of the plug placement groove is directly opposite the position of the magnet placement groove, and the plug placed in the plug placement groove is fixed in the plug placement groove by magnetic attraction.

[0013] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one embodiment, the docking station body is provided with multiple interfaces, the interfaces being at least one of a five-hole socket power interface, a USB interface, and an HDMI interface.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the technical solutions provided in this application include: This embodiment utilizes a dedicated winding groove formed by the nesting of the first and second winding posts to provide a regular winding path for the data cable. Simultaneously, multiple clamping points distributed around the winding cover allow the data cable to be segmented and secured at different positions during winding, effectively preventing loosening and slippage due to the cable's own elasticity, ensuring a neat and reliable storage state. Therefore, users can flexibly choose to wind the data cable to different clamping points according to their actual desktop space requirements, adjusting the length and greatly improving ease of use and adaptability to various scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying 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.

[0016] Figure 1This is an exploded view of the expansion dock provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the middle; Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the expansion dock provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom shell provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0017] In the diagram: 1. Dock body; 11. Interface; 2. Data cable; 21. Plug; 3. Bottom shell; 31. First winding post; 32. Magnet mounting slot; 33. Plug mounting slot; 4. Winding cover; 41. Second winding post; 42. Clamping stop point; 5. Shielding iron body; 6. Magnet. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0019] This application provides a docking station that can solve the technical problems of existing technologies, such as easy loosening during storage and inability to flexibly adjust the length of use.

[0020] Figure 1 This is an exploded structural diagram of the expansion dock provided in an embodiment of this application. See also... Figure 1This application provides a docking station, which includes: a docking station body 1 and a data cable 2. One end of the data cable 2 is connected to the docking station body 1, and the other end of the data cable 2 is fixedly connected to a plug 21; a bottom shell 3 is assembled at the bottom of the docking station body 1, and a raised first winding post 31 is provided on the side of the bottom shell 3 away from the docking station body 1; a winding cover 4 is assembled at the bottom of the bottom shell 3, and a raised second winding post 41 is provided on the side of the winding cover 4 facing the bottom shell 3. The second winding post 41 is nested in the first winding post 31 to form a winding groove for the data cable 2 to be wound, and a plurality of clamping and stopping points 42 are distributed at intervals on the periphery of the side of the winding cover 4 facing the bottom shell 3.

[0021] Specifically, the docking station body 1 is provided with multiple interfaces 11, which are at least one of a five-hole power socket interface, a USB interface, and an HDMI interface, used to connect different devices and realize functions such as data transmission and signal conversion. One end of the data cable 2 is connected to the internal circuitry of the docking station body 1, and the other end is fixedly connected to a plug 21 for plugging into the charging or data interface of other devices, thereby realizing the connection and communication between the docking station and external devices. In this embodiment, the data cable 2 has a maximum length of 500mm to accommodate a larger desktop area.

[0022] The first winding post 31 protrudes from the surface of the bottom shell 3. The first winding post 31 is a square or circular enclosure surrounding the center of the bottom shell 3, thus defining the inner boundary of the winding area for the data cable 2. The second winding post 41 protrudes from the inner surface of the winding cover 4. Its shape matches the first winding post 31, but its size is larger. When the winding cover 4 is assembled onto the bottom shell 3, the first winding post 31 is nested within the space enclosed by the second winding post 41. The winding groove is a naturally formed annular groove of uniform width and suitable depth between the outer wall of the second winding post 41 and the inner wall of the first winding post 31, thereby ensuring the regularity and consistency of the winding path of the data cable 2.

[0023] Multiple clamping and stopping points 42 are distributed at intervals around the perimeter of the side of the winding cover 4 facing the bottom shell 3. This allows the end of the data cable 2 to be fixed in a certain position after the data cable 2 has been wound to a certain extent, preventing the data cable 2 from becoming loose or falling off.

[0024] This embodiment of the application utilizes a dedicated winding groove formed by the nesting of the first winding post 31 and the second winding post 41 to provide a regular winding path for the data cable 2. Simultaneously, with multiple clamping and stopping points 42 distributed around the winding cover 4, the data cable 2 can be segmented and fixed at different positions during winding, effectively preventing loosening and slippage due to the elasticity of the data cable 2, ensuring a neat and reliable storage state. Therefore, users can flexibly choose to wind the data cable 2 to different clamping points according to their actual desktop space requirements, achieving adjustment of the usage length, greatly improving ease of use and adaptability to various scenarios.

[0025] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of point A in the middle. See also... Figure 2 In this embodiment, the clamping stop point 42 is a raised limiting block. There is a gap between the limiting block and the side of the bottom shell 3 facing the winding cover 4. The height of the gap is less than the diameter of the data cable 2.

[0026] Specifically, the gap is defined by the top surface of the clamping stop point 42 and the bottom surface of the bottom shell 3. Since the gap height is smaller than the diameter of the data cable 2, the data cable 2 is interference-fitted with the gap. After being wound, the data cable 2 is clamped by the limiting block and the bottom shell 3, thus maintaining a fixed state. When the user needs to fix the data cable 2, the data cable 2 is pressed into the gap between the limiting block and the bottom shell 3. The insulation sheath of the data cable 2 will undergo temporary elastic deformation, thus allowing it to be inserted into the gap. When the user needs to release the data cable 2, a pulling force is applied to pull the data cable 2 out of the gap.

[0027] The limiting block can be made of a material with a certain degree of elasticity, such as rubber or silicone, which can provide a certain buffer when clamping the data cable 2, avoiding excessive compression or damage to the data cable 2. Furthermore, the height or position of the limiting block can be designed to be adjustable to accommodate data cables 2 of different diameters. For example, multiple limiting blocks can be set on the winding cover 4, and the user can select the appropriate limiting block for clamping according to the actual diameter of the data cable 2.

[0028] In this embodiment of the application, the cross-sectional shape of the limiting block in the direction perpendicular to the winding cover 4 is arched.

[0029] Specifically, the top of the limiting block is wider, while the sides gradually narrow, forming an arch-like shape. Both the front and back sides of the arch are smoothly transitioning slopes. The highest point of the arch is the area that contacts the data cable 2 and generates the main compressive force. When the user presses the data cable 2 into the gap between the limiting block and the bottom shell 3, the data cable 2 first contacts the arch's guiding slope. This guiding slope decomposes the applied radial pressure into a downward component and a component pointing in the winding direction, thus guiding the data cable 2 to slide towards the clamping apex and finally into the locked position. This reduces the force required for operation and makes the process smoother.

[0030] In this embodiment of the application, the limiting block is provided with guide surfaces on all four sides, and the guide surfaces are smooth transition curved surfaces.

[0031] Specifically, the entire outer surface of the limiting block has been rounded or curved. No matter which direction the data line 2 contacts the limiting block, it will first encounter a smooth guide surface. The guide surface can better fit the outer circle of the data line 2, making the extrusion pressure distribution more uniform and further reducing local stress.

[0032] In this embodiment of the application, a set of clamping and stopping points 42 is provided at each of the four corners of the winding cover 4, and each set includes at least two protruding limiting blocks.

[0033] Specifically, when the data cable 2 is wound around a corner and pressed into a set of limiting blocks, the data cable 2 will contact multiple limiting blocks in the set at the same time, so that the single data cable 2 segment is subjected to multiple distributed clamping forces at the same key position, increasing the total holding friction.

[0034] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the expansion dock provided in an embodiment of this application. See also... Figure 3 In this embodiment of the application, the plug 21 is provided with a magnetically conductive shielding iron body 5 inside, and the bottom shell 3 is provided with a magnet mounting groove 32 for mounting a magnet 6 on the side facing the expansion dock body 1. The position of the magnet mounting groove 32 is directly opposite the position of the shielding iron body 5.

[0035] Specifically, the shielding iron body 5 is installed inside the plug 21. On the one hand, it effectively suppresses the leakage and intrusion of high-frequency electromagnetic interference, ensuring the signal integrity of the plug 21 during high-speed data transmission. On the other hand, it generates a strong magnetic attraction with the magnet 6. Therefore, when the user needs to store the docking station, they only need to bring the plug 21 roughly close to the bottom shell 3. Due to the magnetic force of the magnet 6, the plug 21 will be automatically guided to the correct position and firmly attached to the bottom shell 3. Due to the strong magnetic attraction, the user does not need to align the plug 21 precisely or forcefully fasten it when storing it. At the same time, when removing the data cable 2, only an axial pull force needs to be applied, avoiding physical wear that may be caused by repeated plugging and unplugging and snapping operations, thus extending the service life of the plug 21 and the data cable 2.

[0036] In this embodiment, the side wall of the magnet mounting groove 32 is provided with at least one snap-fit ​​structure or limiting rib, and the magnet 6 is fixed in the magnet mounting groove 32 by interference fit or snap-fit ​​structure.

[0037] Specifically, the magnet mounting slot 32 is shaped and sized to match the magnet 6, ensuring that the magnet 6 can be stably placed within it. The snap-fit ​​structure is an elastic device comprising an elastic arm and a protrusion. When the magnet 6 is inserted into the mounting slot, the elastic arm is compressed; after the magnet 6 is fully inserted, the elastic arm springs back, and the protrusion engages with the side of the magnet 6, thus securing the magnet 6 within the slot. A limiting rib can also secure the magnet 6 by restricting its movement. The limiting rib can be designed to fit tightly against the side of the magnet 6, preventing it from sliding or rotating within the slot.

[0038] In this embodiment, the bottom shell 3 is also provided with a limiting flange at the opening of the magnet mounting groove 32 to restrict the magnet 6 from falling out.

[0039] Specifically, the limiting flange is a ring or several localized raised structures extending inward from the bottom shell 3 at the entrance of the magnet mounting slot 32, partially covering the top surface of the magnet 6. The design of the limiting flange makes the installation and removal of the magnet 6 simpler and faster, and users do not need to worry about the magnet 6 becoming loose or falling off, thus improving the convenience and reliability of use.

[0040] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the bottom shell provided in an embodiment of this application. See also... Figure 4 In this embodiment, the bottom shell 3 is provided with a plug placement groove 33 for placing the plug 21 on the side away from the dock body 1. The position of the plug placement groove 33 is directly opposite the position of the magnet 6 mounting groove 32. The plug 21 placed in the plug placement groove 33 is fixed in the plug placement groove 33 by magnetic attraction.

[0041] Specifically, the plug mounting groove 33 is a groove injection molded on the outer surface of the bottom shell 3. The shape and contour of the plug mounting groove 33 are adapted to the shape and size of the plug 21, ensuring that a stable magnetic attraction is formed when the plug 21 is placed in the mounting groove.

[0042] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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 between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0043] It should be noted that in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0044] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A docking station, characterized in that, The expansion dock includes: The expansion dock body (1) and the data cable (2) are connected at one end to the expansion dock body (1) and at the other end of the data cable (2) a plug (21) is fixedly connected. The bottom shell (3) is assembled at the bottom of the expansion dock body (1), and the side of the bottom shell (3) away from the expansion dock body (1) is provided with a protruding first winding post (31); A winding cover (4) is assembled at the bottom of the bottom shell (3). The winding cover (4) has a raised second winding post (41) on the side facing the bottom shell (3). The second winding post (41) is nested in the first winding post (31) to form a winding groove for the data line (2) to be wound. Multiple clamping and stopping points (42) are distributed at intervals on the four edges of the side of the winding cover (4) facing the bottom shell (3).

2. The expansion dock according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping stop point (42) is a raised limiting block. There is a gap between the limiting block and the side of the bottom shell (3) facing the winding cover (4). The height of the gap is less than the diameter of the data line (2).

3. The expansion dock according to claim 2, characterized in that, The limiting block has an arched cross-sectional shape in the direction perpendicular to the winding cover (4).

4. A docking station according to claim 3, characterized in that, The limiting block is provided with guide surfaces on all four sides, and the guide surfaces are smooth curved surfaces.

5. A docking station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping and stopping points (42) are provided at each of the four corners of the winding cover (4), and each group includes at least two protruding limiting blocks.

6. A docking station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plug (21) is provided with a magnetic shielding iron body (5) inside. The bottom shell (3) is provided with a magnet mounting groove (32) for mounting a magnet (6) on the side facing the expansion dock body (1). The position of the magnet mounting groove (32) is directly opposite the position of the shielding iron body (5).

7. A docking station according to claim 6, characterized in that, The side wall of the magnet mounting groove (32) is provided with at least one snap-fit ​​structure or limiting rib, and the magnet (6) is fixed in the magnet mounting groove (32) by interference fit or the snap-fit ​​structure.

8. A docking station according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bottom shell (3) is also provided with a limiting flange at the opening of the magnet mounting groove (32) to restrict the magnet (6) from falling out.

9. A docking station according to claim 6, characterized in that, The bottom shell (3) is provided with a plug mounting slot (33) for mounting the plug (21) on the side away from the expansion dock body (1). The position of the plug mounting slot (33) is directly opposite the position of the magnet mounting slot (32). The plug (21) placed in the plug mounting slot (33) is fixed in the plug mounting slot (33) by magnetic attraction.

10. A docking station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The docking station body (1) is provided with multiple interfaces (11), and the interfaces (11) are at least one of the following: a five-hole socket power interface, a USB interface, and an HDMI interface.

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