An electronic candle

Abstract

The utility model discloses an electronic candle, shell, is equipped with installation cavity, flame simulation spare can swing and install in the installation cavity, drive assembly, including electromagnetic drive part and magnetic follower, electromagnetic drive part installs in the installation cavity, and is located the top of flame simulation spare, and the magnetic follower installs the lower extreme of flame simulation spare, electromagnetic drive part is used for through magnetic force drive magnetic follower swing, to drive flame simulation spare swing. Because electronic candle is equipped with drive assembly, drive assembly includes electromagnetic drive part and magnetic follower, and sets up electromagnetic drive part in the top of flame simulation spare, and sets up the magnetic follower in the lower extreme of flame simulation spare. The setting of such drive structure can set up flame simulation spare in the lower extreme of shell or the position of lower extreme, can form the electronic candle of lower end light emission, and this electronic candle can adopt the mode of suspension installation, belongs to a new form structure, can satisfy the use demand of different consumers.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electronic lighting technology, specifically to an electronic candle. Background Technology

[0002] Electronic candles, also known as LED candles, have evolved from simple candle-shaped LED wicks to electronic musical fountain candles that can simulate fountain sounds. Their functions, colors, and styles have become increasingly diverse. They not only offer practical and safe lighting but also possess aesthetic and decorative value. Electronic candles that simulate real fire, because their light-emitting devices mimic the burning pattern of traditional mineral candles, can create a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, promoting relaxation and making them very popular. More and more people are choosing them as decorative items.

[0003] Currently, the flame plate of electronic candles is located at the top of the candle to simulate the style of traditional candles. Its shape and structure are monotonous and cannot meet other differentiated needs. Utility Model Content

[0004] This invention provides an electronic candle in which a flame plate is placed at the lower end, providing a new lighting structure that solves the problem of the monotonous shape and structure of electronic candles.

[0005] In one embodiment, an electronic candle is provided, comprising: The housing has a mounting cavity; A flame simulator, which can be pivotally mounted within the mounting cavity; and The driving assembly includes an electromagnetic drive and a magnetic follower. The electromagnetic drive is installed in the mounting cavity and located above the flame simulator. The magnetic follower is installed at the lower end of the flame simulator. The electromagnetic drive is used to drive the magnetic follower to swing by magnetic force, thereby causing the flame simulator to swing.

[0006] In one embodiment, the mounting cavity includes a first mounting cavity and a second mounting cavity, the flame simulation component and the magnetic follower are mounted in the first mounting cavity, the electromagnetic drive component is mounted in the second mounting cavity, and the first mounting cavity is located below the second mounting cavity.

[0007] In one embodiment, the first mounting cavity and the second mounting cavity are independently arranged at intervals.

[0008] In one embodiment, the first mounting cavity is located at the bottom of the housing, and the second mounting cavity is located at the top of the housing.

[0009] In one embodiment, the electromagnetic drive includes a circuit board and an electromagnetic coil, the circuit board being electrically connected to the electromagnetic coil and the flame simulation element; the circuit board is used to control the electromagnetic coil to electromagnetically drive the magnetic follower to oscillate.

[0010] In one embodiment, the driving assembly further includes a magnetic rolling element, and a rolling cavity is provided in the housing. The rolling cavity is located between the first mounting cavity and the second mounting cavity. The electromagnetic coil is used to drive the magnetic rolling element to roll in the rolling cavity. The rolling of the magnetic rolling element can drive the magnetic follower to swing through magnetic force, thereby driving the flame simulation element to swing.

[0011] In one embodiment, the magnetic rolling element is a ball bearing structure.

[0012] In one embodiment, the electromagnetic drive includes a motor, a transmission component, and a magnetic oscillating component. The motor is connected to the magnetic oscillating component through the transmission component. The motor is used to drive the magnetic oscillating component to oscillate. The oscillation of the magnetic oscillating component can drive the magnetic driven component to oscillate through magnetic force, thereby driving the flame simulation component to oscillate.

[0013] In one embodiment, the device further includes a flame simulator support, the flame simulator including a flame part and a connecting part, the middle part of the connecting part being oscillatingly connected to the flame simulator support, the flame part being located at the upper end of the connecting part, and the magnetic follower being located at the lower end of the connecting part.

[0014] In one embodiment, a connector is provided on the top outer side of the housing, the connector being used to suspend and install the electronic candle onto the lamp holder.

[0015] According to the above embodiment, the electronic candle includes a driving component comprising an electromagnetic drive and a magnetic follower. The electromagnetic drive is positioned above the flame simulator, and the magnetic follower is positioned below the flame simulator. This driving structure allows the flame simulator to be positioned at or near the lower end of the housing, creating an electronic candle that emits light from the lower end. This electronic candle can be suspended for installation, representing a novel structural form that can meet the needs of different consumers. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic candle in one embodiment; Figure 2 This is an axial cross-sectional view of an electronic candle in one embodiment; Figure 3 This is an axial cross-sectional view of the upper half of the electronic candle in one embodiment; Figure 4This is an axial cross-sectional view of the lower half of the electronic candle in one embodiment; Figure 5 This is an axial cross-sectional view of an electronic candle in one embodiment; Figure 6 This is an axial cross-sectional view of an electronic candle in one embodiment; The accompanying diagram is labeled as follows: 1-Housing, 1a-First housing, 1b-Second housing, 11-Mounting cavity, 111-First mounting cavity, 112-Second mounting cavity, 113-Third mounting cavity, 12-Rolling cavity, 13-Joint, 14-Outer shell, 15-Inner shell, 151-First inner shell, 152-Second inner shell, 153-Bottom surface; 2-Flame simulation component, 21-Flame section, 22-Connecting section; 3-Drive assembly, 31-Electromagnetic drive component, 311-Circuit board, 312-Electromagnetic coil, 32-Magnetic rolling component, 33-Magnetic driven component, 34-Motor, 35-Transmission component, 36-Magnetic oscillating component; 4-Flame simulator bracket, 41-Mounting hole; 5-Electromagnetic coil bracket, 51-Accommodation cavity, 52-Screw; 6-Light source; 7-Reflector. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Similar elements in different embodiments are referred to by related similar element reference numerals. In the following embodiments, many details are described to facilitate a better understanding of the present application. However, those skilled in the art will readily recognize that some features may be omitted in different situations, or may be replaced by other elements, materials, or methods. In some cases, certain operations related to the present application are not shown or described in the specification. This is to avoid obscuring the core parts of the present application with excessive description. For those skilled in the art, detailed description of these related operations is not necessary; they can fully understand the related operations based on the description in the specification and general technical knowledge in the art.

[0018] Furthermore, the features, operations, or characteristics described in the specification can be combined in any suitable manner to form various embodiments. At the same time, the steps or actions in the method description can be rearranged or adjusted in a manner obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the various orders in the specification and drawings are only for the clear description of a particular embodiment and do not imply a necessary order, unless otherwise stated that a particular order must be followed.

[0019] The component serial numbers used in this document, such as "first" and "second," are merely for distinguishing the described objects and have no sequential or technical meaning. The terms "connection" and "linkage" used in this application, unless otherwise specified, include both direct and indirect connections (linkages). In this document, the axial direction refers to the length of the electronic candle, which is also the vertical direction in the installed state; the radial direction refers to the left-right or front-back direction of the electronic candle, which is also the horizontal direction in the installed state.

[0020] In one embodiment, an indirectly driven electronic candle is provided. The indirectly driven electronic candle includes a flame simulator and a light source. The flame simulator has a reflective surface, and the light source emits light to illuminate the reflective surface of the flame simulator to simulate a candle flame. The flame simulator can be oscillating; when the electronic candle is lit, the flame simulator can oscillate to emit light, simulating the flickering motion of a traditional candle flame. Compared to ordinary lamps, this electronic candle not only provides illumination but also simulates the dynamic flame of a traditional candle, offering higher realism and creating a more atmospheric lighting effect.

[0021] The flame simulator is located at the lower end of the electronic candle, allowing for suspended installation. A corresponding connection structure can also be configured to mount the electronic candle directly into the location of a conventional light bulb, expanding its application scenarios.

[0022] The electronic candle in this embodiment includes an indirect-drive component, which is a magnetic drive mechanism. This magnetic drive mechanism has the advantage of indirect drive, allowing its two parts to be positioned above and below the flame simulator, respectively, to drive the flame simulator to oscillate. Specifically, the main part of the drive component can be positioned above the flame simulator, allowing the flame simulator to be mounted at or near the bottom of the electronic candle, thus enabling downward illumination.

[0023] Please refer to Figures 1 to 2 The electronic candle in this embodiment mainly includes a housing 1, a flame simulator 2, and a driving assembly 3. The housing 1 includes a first housing 1a and a second housing 1b, which are arranged side by side along the length (axial direction) of the electronic candle. The flame simulator 2 is installed in the first housing 1a, and the driving assembly 3 is installed in the second housing 1b.

[0024] The first housing 1a and the second housing 1b can be detachably connected, allowing the assembly consisting of the flame simulation component 2 and the first housing 1a to be replaced and disassembled for maintenance. Alternatively, the first housing 1a and the second housing 1b can be an integral structure to improve the stability of the connection between them, thus meeting the needs of certain application scenarios.

[0025] The first housing 1a and the second housing 1b can each be composed of multiple parts, allowing different parts of the first housing 1a and the second housing 1b to be made of different materials, creating a wider variety of color-blocked appearances. Alternatively, different parts of the first housing 1a and the second housing 1b can use the same color, resulting in a simpler overall design. The composition of the first housing 1a and the second housing 1b into multiple parts facilitates the installation of internal components.

[0026] The shape of the housing 1 can vary to meet the preferences of different consumers. This embodiment uses a long cylindrical shape as an example. The electronic candle can also be installed in various ways, such as hanging upside down or vertically facing upwards. This embodiment uses hanging upside down as an example.

[0027] The housing 1 has a mounting cavity 11 and a rolling cavity 12. The housing 1 includes an outer shell 14 and an inner shell 15. The outer shell 14 surrounds the mounting cavity 11. The inner shell 15 can be fixed to the outer shell 14 by means of snap-fit, screw connection, interference fit, etc. The inner shell 15 separates a relatively independent rolling cavity 12 in the mounting cavity 11.

[0028] In this embodiment, the mounting cavity 11 includes a first mounting cavity 111 and a second mounting cavity 112. The first mounting cavity 111 is located within the first housing 1a, and the rolling cavity 12 and the second mounting cavity 112 are located within the second housing 1b, with the rolling cavity 12 positioned between the first mounting cavity 111 and the second mounting cavity 112. Specifically, the first mounting cavity 111 is located at the bottom of the housing 1, the second mounting cavity 112 is located at the top of the housing 1, and the rolling cavity 12 is located in the middle, slightly above the middle, or slightly below the middle of the housing 1. The first mounting cavity 111, the rolling cavity 12, and the second mounting cavity 112 are arranged sequentially from bottom to top.

[0029] In other embodiments, the first mounting cavity 111, the rolling cavity 12, and the second mounting cavity 112 can also be arranged in other ways. For example, the rolling cavity 12 and the second mounting cavity 112 can be arranged side by side, with the first mounting cavity 111 located below the rolling cavity 12. This can form an inverted L-shaped lamp, which can meet the usage needs of some consumers.

[0030] In this embodiment, the flame simulation component 2 can be a flame sheet or other similar structure. The flame simulation component 2 is installed in the mounting cavity 11. Specifically, the flame simulation component 2 is installed in the first mounting cavity 111.

[0031] The flame simulator 2 has a thin sheet structure with a thickness of less than or equal to 1 mm, preferably less than or equal to 0.6 mm. This design creates an ultra-thin structure, giving the flame simulator 2 better flexibility. When immersed in liquid, the ultra-thin flame simulator 2 can sway and move more flexibly and naturally within the liquid, enhancing the simulation and making it more closely resemble the flame of a traditional candle.

[0032] The flame simulator 2 can be made of a reflective material, such as PET or PVC. When a light source shines on the flame simulator 2, the reflection it produces can create a self-illuminating effect, simulating the flame of a traditional candle.

[0033] In this embodiment, all or part of the outer wall of the first mounting cavity 111 is a transparent structure, such as transparent glass or transparent plastic, so that the outer wall of the first mounting cavity 111 forms a light-transmitting structure, and the light reflected or reflected by the flame part 21 can illuminate the outside of the electronic candle, and the user can observe the light emitted by the flame part 21 through the transparent shell.

[0034] In other embodiments, a portion of the outer wall of the first mounting cavity 111 is transparent or semi-transparent. For example, the outer wall of the first mounting cavity 111 may have a transparent window, while other portions of the outer wall of the first mounting cavity 111 may be non-transparent. The transparent window may be annular and its height may be greater than the height of the flame portion 21. This portion of the transparent or transparent outer wall may also display the luminous flame portion 21.

[0035] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 4In this embodiment, the flame simulator 2 includes a flame part 21 and a connecting part 22. The flame part 21 is a flame sheet structure, and one or both sides of the flame part 21 are reflective surfaces. The reflective surfaces are smooth planes with good reflective properties. When a light source illuminates the flame part 21, the flame part 21 reflects light to form a flame similar to self-luminous flame, thus simulating the flame of a candle. The connecting part 22 can be a rod-shaped or rope-shaped structure. A flame simulator bracket 4 is provided in the first mounting cavity 111. The flame simulator bracket 4 is suspended in the first mounting cavity 111. For example, the flame simulator bracket 4 is a mounting plate. The flame simulator bracket 4 divides the first mounting cavity 111 into an upper part and a lower part. The middle part of the flame simulator bracket 4 can be provided with a mounting hole 41. The connecting part 22 of the flame simulator 2 passes through and is installed in the mounting hole 41 of the flame simulator bracket 4. The upper end of the connecting part 22 is located in the upper part of the first mounting cavity 111, and the lower end of the connecting part 22 is located in the lower part of the first mounting cavity 111. The flame part 21 is mounted on the upper end of the connecting part 22, and the flame part 21 is located in the upper part of the first mounting cavity 111. The connecting part 22 can be limited and swing-connected with the flame simulation component support 4 by a limiting member, so that the flame part 21 can swing relative to the flame simulation component support 4 through the connecting part 22.

[0036] Please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The driving assembly 3 includes an electromagnetic drive 31, a magnetic rolling element 32, and a magnetic follower 33. The electromagnetic drive 31 is installed in the mounting cavity 11, the magnetic rolling element 32 is installed in the rolling cavity 12, and the magnetic rolling element 32 can roll within the rolling cavity 12. The magnetic follower 33 is installed on the flame simulator 2, and the magnetic follower 33 and the flame simulator 2 are integrated into one structure. The electromagnetic drive 31 is used to generate a magnetic field through electromagnetic means to drive the magnetic rolling element 32 to roll randomly within the rolling cavity 12. The magnetic rolling element 32 and the magnetic follower 33 are magnetic structures with the same or different magnetic properties. There is a magnetic attraction or magnetic repulsion between the magnetic rolling element 32 and the magnetic follower 33. When the magnetic rolling element 32 is driven to roll, the rolling of the magnetic rolling element 32 can drive the magnetic follower 33 to move together through magnetic force, thereby causing the flame simulator 2 to swing randomly.

[0037] The electromagnetic drive component 31 is installed in the second mounting cavity 112. The electromagnetic drive component 31 and the flame simulation component 2 are installed in different cavities and are separated from each other. This can avoid the heat generated by the flame simulation component 2 from affecting the electromagnetic drive component 31 and improve the service life of the electronic candle.

[0038] The electromagnetic drive unit 31 includes a circuit board 311 and an electromagnetic coil 312. The circuit board 311 is electrically connected to the electromagnetic coil 312. The circuit board 311 is used to control the electromagnetic coil 312 to generate a magnetic field. One or more driving methods can be preset in the circuit board 311, including an irregular random driving method to control the electromagnetic coil 312 to drive the magnetic rolling element 32 to move irregularly and randomly in the rolling cavity 12. Of course, the circuit board 311 can also be equipped with a regular driving method to control the electromagnetic coil 312 to drive the magnetic rolling element 32 to move regularly in the rolling cavity 12.

[0039] Please refer to Figure 4 The second mounting cavity 112 is provided with an electromagnetic coil support 5, and the electromagnetic coil support 5 has a receiving cavity 51. The electromagnetic coil 312 is installed in the receiving cavity 51. The size of the receiving cavity 51 is adapted to the electromagnetic coil 312, and the electromagnetic coil 312 is snapped into the receiving cavity 51.

[0040] The electromagnetic coil bracket 5 can be fitted with a screw 52. The upper end of the screw 52 protrudes and abuts against the circuit board 311, and the lower end of the screw 52 extends to the vicinity of the receiving cavity 51. The electromagnetic coil 312 is electrically connected to the circuit board 311 through the screw 52 and the cable.

[0041] In other embodiments, the electromagnetic coil 312 may also be electrically connected to the circuit board 311 via a cable.

[0042] In this embodiment, the rolling cavity 12 is configured as a relatively independent structure. Preferably, the rolling cavity 12 is a closed structure, which prevents fluids or air from other cavities from entering the rolling cavity 12. This avoids external media from interfering with the magnetic rolling element 32 and ensures the rolling of the magnetic rolling element 32, especially random rolling.

[0043] In other embodiments, the rolling cavity 12 may also be a semi-closed structure, with a through hole or opening on the inner shell 15. The through hole or opening is smaller than the magnetic rolling element 32 to prevent the magnetic rolling element 32 from coming out of the rolling cavity 12.

[0044] Please refer to Figure 3 In this embodiment, the inner shell 15 includes a first inner shell 151 and a second inner shell 152. The first inner shell 151 has a bowl-shaped structure, and the second inner shell 152 has a lid-shaped structure. The first inner shell 151 and the second inner shell 152 can be fixed by means of screw connection, snap-fit, adhesive, etc. The first inner shell 151 and the second inner shell 152 form a rolling cavity 12. One or both of the first inner shell 151 and the second inner shell 152 can be fixedly connected to the inner wall of the outer shell 14 by means of screw connection, snap-fit, adhesive, etc.

[0045] The second inner shell 152 is located at the upper end of the first inner shell 151, so that the magnetic rolling element 32 rolls inside the first inner shell 151. The first inner shell 151 has a bowl-shaped structure and has enough space inside to set the bottom surface of the concave structure.

[0046] The first inner shell 151 can be a flexible structure, such as elastic silicone. With this configuration, when the magnetic roller 32 rolls within the groove of the first inner shell 151, the flexible structure of the first inner shell 151 can absorb the impact of the magnetic roller 32, thus reducing shock and noise and optimizing the user experience.

[0047] The magnetic rolling element 32 is a magnetic block, which can be driven to roll by a magnetic field. Preferably, the magnetic rolling element 32 has a ball bearing structure. This ball bearing structure allows the magnetic rolling element 32 to roll in any direction, providing greater rolling freedom and enabling more random motion, thereby achieving more random oscillation of the flame simulator 2.

[0048] In other embodiments, the magnetic rolling element 32 can also be of other structures, such as cylindrical, rugby ball-shaped, etc. Under the action of a magnetic field, it can also be driven to roll randomly, thereby causing the flame simulation element 2 to swing randomly.

[0049] In this embodiment, the magnetic follower 33 is installed at the lower end of the connecting portion 22 of the flame simulation component 2, and is located in the lower part of the first mounting cavity 111. The magnetic follower 33 can be sheet-like, block-like, or spherical, and can be of any shape. The magnetic follower 33 is suspended in the air, and there is a certain magnetic attraction or repulsion between the magnetic follower 33 and the magnetic rolling component 32. The random rolling of the magnetic rolling component 32 can cause the magnetic follower 33 to swing randomly. The magnetic rolling component 32 and the flame part 21 are located at opposite ends of the connecting portion 22. After the magnetic rolling component 32 is driven to swing randomly, it causes the flame part 21 to swing randomly in the opposite direction. The magnetic follower 33 has a certain weight, so that when the magnetic follower 33 is in a stationary state, the flame part 21 can be kept in a stable, non-swinging state, which can meet the usage requirements of certain scenarios.

[0050] In one embodiment, the bottom surface 153 of the rolling cavity 12 may include at least one of a curved surface, a plane, and an inclined surface. For example, the bottom surface 153 of the rolling cavity 12 is concave. The concave surface may be formed by an inwardly concave curved surface, or it may be formed by multiple inclined surfaces, or it may be formed by both curved surfaces and inclined surfaces. Under the action of gravity, the magnetic rolling element 32 will roll on the bottom surface 153 of the rolling cavity 12. When the bottom surface 153 of the rolling cavity 12 is concave, the gravity of the magnetic rolling element 32 can provide the inertial force for the rolling of the magnetic rolling element 32, which can further improve the randomness of the rolling of the magnetic rolling element 32.

[0051] The bottom surface 153 of the rolling cavity 12 can also be a plane or an inclined plane. The magnetic rolling element 32 can also achieve radial or near-radial rolling in the plane or inclined plane to drive the flame simulation element 2 to swing randomly.

[0052] In one embodiment, the bottom surface of the rolling cavity 12 is concave, and the lowest position of the bottom surface of the rolling cavity 12 is located in the middle of the bottom surface. This allows the magnetic rolling element 32 to eventually stop at the lowest position of the bottom surface of the rolling cavity 12 under the action of gravity after the electromagnetic drive is lost, that is, it will eventually stop at the middle position of the bottom surface of the rolling cavity 12. This allows the flame simulation element 2 to be in a vertical state, so as to ensure the aesthetics of the electronic candle when it is not in use.

[0053] In one embodiment, the first inner shell 151 serves as the base of the rolling cavity 12. The first inner shell 151 can be a flexible structure, and the bottom surface 153 of the rolling cavity 12 is concave. This concave surface is a flexible structure; for example, the first inner shell 151 can be made of elastic silicone. Alternatively, the first inner shell 151 may have a flexible layer forming the concave surface, meaning the concave surface of the rolling cavity 12 is a flexible structure. With this configuration, when the magnetic rolling element 32 rolls within the concave surface of the first inner shell 151, the concave surface of the flexible structure can absorb the impact of the magnetic rolling element 32, thus reducing shock and noise and optimizing the user experience.

[0054] In one embodiment, the electronic candle further includes a light source 6 and a reflector 7, and the mounting cavity 11 further includes a third mounting cavity 113, in which the light source 6 and the reflector 7 are mounted. The light source 6 can be a light-emitting light source such as an LED lamp, and the light source 6 can be a fixed color light source or a color-changing light source.

[0055] The third mounting cavity 113 is disposed adjacent to the first mounting cavity 111, and a light-transmitting wall, such as a transparent window, is provided between them. This allows the light emitted by the light source 6 in the third mounting cavity 113 to illuminate the flame part 21 in the first mounting cavity 111, making the flame part 21 appear to emit light, thus simulating a candle flame. A light-transmitting hole may also be provided between the third mounting cavity 113 and the first mounting cavity 111, so that the light emitted by the light source 6 can also illuminate the flame part 21 in the first mounting cavity 111.

[0056] Installing the light source 6 on the outside of the first mounting cavity 111 simplifies and reduces the size of the first mounting cavity 111, making it easier to inject liquid and seal the first mounting cavity 111. If there is a liquid medium in the first mounting cavity 111, the light source 6 can be isolated from the liquid medium, forming an isolation protection for the light source 6 and avoiding the risk of short circuits and other failures.

[0057] The reflector 7 is located in the light path of the light source 6, while the flame simulator is located at the focal point of the reflection of the reflector 7. The light source 6 indirectly illuminates the flame simulator 2 through the reflector 7. The reflector 7 not only changes the path of the light, allowing the light source 6 to be placed in a more convenient installation position, simplifying and facilitating the installation of the light source 6, but also acts as a light-focusing device, concentrating the light emitted by the light source 6 onto the flame simulator 2, increasing the light concentration of the flame simulator 2. The flame simulator 2 can reflect higher intensity light for external lighting, resulting in better lighting effects.

[0058] The reflector 7 can be set as a spherical mirror or a cylindrical mirror. The reflector 7 can simultaneously illuminate the first and second flame surfaces of the flame simulator, achieving 360-degree or 180-degree illumination of the flame simulator. This allows a single light source 6 to simultaneously illuminate both sides of the flame simulator, resulting in better lighting effects.

[0059] Preferably, the reflector 7 is a spherical mirror, which can illuminate the flame simulator 2 from 360 degrees, so that the flame simulator 2 can be illuminated in any swing position.

[0060] In other embodiments, the light source 6 may also be installed inside the first mounting cavity 111, and the outer side of the light source 6 may be provided with a waterproof structure such as a transparent cover, which can also isolate and protect the light source 6.

[0061] In other embodiments, the light source 6 may not be provided. Instead, LED beads or other light-emitting bodies may be provided on both sides of the flame section 21. For example, flexible circuit boards or flexible circuit strips may be provided on both sides of the flame section 21, and light-emitting beads may be assembled on the flexible circuit boards or flexible circuit strips. This can also achieve the illumination of the flame section 21 to simulate the burning of a candle.

[0062] In this embodiment, the electronic candle includes a driving component 3, which comprises an electromagnetic driving element 31 and a magnetic follower 33. The electromagnetic driving element 31 is positioned above the flame simulator 2, and the magnetic follower 33 is positioned below the flame simulator 2. This driving structure allows the flame simulator 2 to be positioned at or near the lower end of the housing 1, creating an electronic candle with light emanating from the lower end. This electronic candle can be suspended for installation, representing a novel structural form that can meet the needs of different consumers.

[0063] In one embodiment, the flame simulator 2 is equipped with a light-emitting element such as an LED, and the circuit board 311 is electrically connected to the light-emitting element of the flame simulator 2. The circuit board 311 is used to control the flame simulator 2 to emit light. The circuit board 311 and the flame simulator 2 are located in different cavities, and they can be electrically connected by a cable. The housing 1 is provided with corresponding wire holes so that the cable can run from the first mounting cavity 111 to the second mounting cavity 112. Preferably, the cable does not enter the rolling cavity 12.

[0064] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 In one embodiment, a connector 13 is provided on the top outer side of the housing 1. The connector 13 is used to suspend the electronic candle on an inverted lamp holder. The connector 13 may have a threaded connection structure, and the connector 13 also has an electrical contact point, which can be electrically connected to the circuit board 311 via a cable or other structure. When the connector 13 is connected to the lamp holder, both physical and electrical connections can be achieved. This structure allows the electronic candle to be mounted on a ceiling or wall.

[0065] Preferably, the connector 13 is the same size as other conventional lamps, so that the electronic candle can be directly installed on the socket of conventional lamps, thus expanding the application scenarios of the electronic candle.

[0066] In one embodiment, the connector 13 may also be provided with a physical connection structure such as a snap-fit ​​structure or a magnetic structure to fix the connector 13 to the lamp holder.

[0067] like Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the driving component 3 of the electronic candle may not include the magnetic rolling element 32, and the rolling cavity 12 may not be provided in the housing 1. In this structure, the distance between the first mounting cavity 111 and the second mounting cavity 112 is closer, and the magnetic field generated by the electromagnetic driving element 31 can directly drive the magnetic follower 33 to swing, thereby driving the flame simulation element 2.

[0068] In this solution, the magnetic rolling element 32 and the rolling cavity 12 are omitted, resulting in a simpler structure, lower production cost, and the ability to meet certain user needs.

[0069] like Figure 6 As shown, in one embodiment, the electromagnetic drive 31 can be other drive structures. For example, the electromagnetic drive 31 includes a motor 34, a transmission component 35, and a magnetic oscillating component 36. The motor 34, transmission component 35, and magnetic oscillating component 36 are all installed in the second mounting cavity 112. The motor 34 is a power component, and the transmission component 35 is used to convert the rotary joint of the motor 34 into an oscillating joint. The transmission component 35 can be composed of multiple components, such as a turntable and an oscillating rod. The magnetic oscillating component 36 is a magnetic block, which can be a sphere, a cube, a sheet, or other structures. The magnetic oscillating component 36 is installed at the lower end of the oscillating rod, and the upper end of the oscillating rod is rotatably connected to a transmission structure such as a rotating wheel. The motor 34 drives the oscillating rod to oscillate, thereby causing the magnetic oscillating component 36 to oscillate. There is a magnetic attraction or magnetic repulsion between the magnetic oscillating component 36 and the magnetic driven component 33. After the magnetic oscillating component 36 oscillates, it will drive the magnetic driven component 33 to oscillate together, thereby driving the flame simulation component 2 to oscillate.

[0070] In this scheme, a combination of mechanical and magnetic drive is used to drive the flame simulator 2 to swing. It is also possible to drive the flame simulator 2 to swing from above so that the flame simulator 2 can be installed at the lower end of the housing 1.

[0071] The above-described specific examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this invention. Those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains can make various simple deductions, modifications, or substitutions based on the concept of this invention.

Claims

1. An electronic candle, characterized in that, include: The housing has a mounting cavity; A flame simulator can be oscillatingly installed within the mounting cavity; as well as The driving assembly includes an electromagnetic drive and a magnetic follower. The electromagnetic drive is installed in the mounting cavity and located above the flame simulator. The magnetic follower is installed at the lower end of the flame simulator. The electromagnetic drive is used to drive the magnetic follower to swing by magnetic force, thereby causing the flame simulator to swing.

2. The electronic candle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting cavity includes a first mounting cavity and a second mounting cavity. The flame simulation component and the magnetic follower are mounted in the first mounting cavity, and the electromagnetic drive component is mounted in the second mounting cavity. The first mounting cavity is located below the second mounting cavity.

3. The electronic candle as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first mounting cavity and the second mounting cavity are independently arranged at intervals.

4. The electronic candle as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first mounting cavity is located at the bottom of the housing, and the second mounting cavity is located at the top of the housing.

5. The electronic candle as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The electromagnetic drive component includes a circuit board and an electromagnetic coil. The circuit board is electrically connected to the electromagnetic coil and the flame simulation component. The circuit board is used to control the electromagnetic coil to electromagnetically drive the magnetic follower to swing.

6. The electronic candle as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The drive assembly further includes a magnetic rolling element. The housing has a rolling cavity located between the first mounting cavity and the second mounting cavity. The electromagnetic coil is used to drive the magnetic rolling element to roll within the rolling cavity. The rolling of the magnetic rolling element can drive the magnetic follower to swing through magnetic force, thereby driving the flame simulation element to swing.

7. The electronic candle as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The magnetic rolling element is a ball bearing structure.

8. The electronic candle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The electromagnetic drive component includes a motor, a transmission component, and a magnetic oscillating component. The motor is connected to the magnetic oscillating component through the transmission component. The motor is used to drive the magnetic oscillating component to oscillate. The oscillation of the magnetic oscillating component can drive the magnetic driven component to oscillate through magnetic force, thereby driving the flame simulation component to oscillate.

9. The electronic candle as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a flame simulator bracket, the flame simulator including a flame part and a connecting part, the middle part of the connecting part is oscillatingly connected to the flame simulator bracket, the flame part is located at the upper end of the connecting part, and the magnetic follower is located at the lower end of the connecting part.

10. The electronic candle according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The outer top of the housing is provided with a connector for suspending and mounting the electronic candle to the lamp holder.

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