A switch assembly and electronic atomizer

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of switch assembly and electronic atomizer, wherein, switch assembly includes support frame, press support, switch button and rolling ball, rolling ball, press support and support frame are sequentially connected, chamber is provided on support frame, infrared inductor is installed in chamber, chamber is provided with first opening in the side towards press support, the press support is connected with the support frame and can be moved downward and reset relative to the support frame, press plate is further provided on the press support, press plate is abutted with switch button, installation groove is provided on press support, and slot bottom through-hole is provided in the bottom of installation groove. For the utility model, the increase of switch button and pressing times can be avoided, and user experience is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electronic atomizer technology, and in particular to a switch assembly and an electronic atomizer. Background Technology

[0002] Existing electronic atomizers typically have a power button on the main body. However, the power button on most electronic atomizers is usually exposed and occupies a certain amount of space. When an electronic atomizer has more functions, the corresponding control methods also become more numerous. Therefore, it is necessary to set more power buttons, or to set different functions for different numbers of presses of a single power button.

[0003] This approach not only increases the number of buttons and occupies a larger portion of the casing, affecting the aesthetics of the electronic atomizer, but also increases the complexity of button operation, which greatly reduces the user experience.

[0004] Therefore, existing technologies need to be improved and enhanced. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a switch assembly and an electronic atomizer, which avoids increasing the number of switch buttons and the number of presses, and improves the user experience.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] A switch assembly includes a support frame, a pressing bracket, a switch button, and a rolling ball. The rolling ball, the pressing bracket, and the support frame are connected in sequence. The support frame has a chamber in which an infrared sensor is installed. The chamber has a first opening on the side facing the pressing bracket. The pressing bracket engages with the support frame and can move downward and reset relative to the support frame. The pressing bracket also has a pressing plate that abuts against the switch button. The pressing bracket has a mounting groove for mounting the rolling ball on the side away from the support frame. The bottom of the mounting groove has a through hole that penetrates the pressing bracket, and the through hole corresponds to the position of the first opening. When the rolling ball is slid, the infrared sensor can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball through the through hole.

[0008] Furthermore, the support frame is provided with a first protruding end and a second protruding end on the side facing the pressing bracket. The first protruding end and the second protruding end are respectively provided with a first shaft hole and a second shaft hole. The two ends of the pressing bracket are respectively provided with a first bearing and a second bearing that engage with the first shaft hole and the second shaft hole. The pressing plate is disposed on the second bearing. The inner diameter of the second shaft hole is larger than the outer diameter of the second bearing. The second bearing can move downward relative to the second shaft hole and return to its original position.

[0009] Furthermore, the pressing bracket has several arc-shaped clamps on the side opposite to the support frame, and the arc-shaped clamps together form the mounting groove.

[0010] Furthermore, the switch button includes a button key and a button cover covering the button key, and the pressing plate abuts against the button cover.

[0011] An electronic atomizer includes a main housing, within which an inner housing and an electronic control assembly are housed. The electronic control assembly includes a display screen, a circuit board, a battery, and the aforementioned switch assembly. The display screen, the circuit board, the battery, and the switch assembly are electrically connected. A switch button and an infrared sensor of the switch assembly are electrically connected to the circuit board. A support frame of the switch assembly is fixed to the circuit board. The button of the switch assembly is electrically connected to the circuit board. The main housing also has a button through-hole corresponding to the position of a rolling ball of the switch assembly. The rolling ball is partially exposed outside the main housing through the button through-hole. When the rolling ball is slid, the infrared sensor can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball through the through-hole at the bottom of the slot, and the circuit board can perform corresponding operations according to the rolling direction.

[0012] Furthermore, the main housing is formed by connecting an outer shell and a closing shell, and the circuit board and the switch assembly are sandwiched between the inner housing and the closing shell.

[0013] Furthermore, the circuit board is provided with a first limiting hole, and the support frame of the switch assembly is provided with a first limiting post, the first limiting post being fixed and limited by the first limiting hole.

[0014] Furthermore, a second limiting hole is provided on the circuit board, and a second limiting post is provided on the outer side wall of the inner housing. The second limiting post is fixed to the second limiting hole.

[0015] Furthermore, a limit baffle is provided on the outer wall of the inner shell.

[0016] Furthermore, the cover housing is L-shaped, and the bottom and one side of the outer shell are provided with a second opening, which is sealed when the cover housing is connected to the outer shell.

[0017] Compared to existing technologies, the switch assembly provided by this utility model includes a support frame, a pressing bracket, a switch button, and a rolling ball. The rolling ball, the pressing bracket, and the support frame are connected in sequence. The support frame has a chamber, in which an infrared sensor is installed. The chamber has a first opening on the side facing the pressing bracket. The pressing bracket engages with the support frame and can move downwards and reset relative to the support frame. The pressing bracket also has a pressing plate that abuts against the switch button. The side of the pressing bracket away from the support frame has a mounting groove for mounting the rolling ball. The bottom of the mounting groove has a through hole that penetrates the pressing bracket, and the through hole corresponds to the position of the first opening. With this utility model, when the rolling ball is slid, the infrared sensor can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball through the through hole. That is, the circuit board in the electronic atomizer can perform the corresponding operation according to the rolling direction, thereby avoiding an increase in the number of switch buttons and the number of presses, and improving the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 An exploded view of the switch assembly provided by this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electronic atomizer provided by this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 An exploded view of the electronic atomizer provided by this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the switch assembly and circuit board provided by this utility model.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the switch assembly, circuit board, and display screen provided by this utility model.

[0024] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0025] Support frame-1, Press bracket-2, Switch button-3, Rolling ball-4, Chamber-5, Infrared sensor-6, First opening-7, First protruding end-8, Second protruding end-9, First shaft hole-10, Second shaft hole-11, First bearing-12, Second bearing-13, Press plate-14, Mounting groove-15, Groove bottom through hole-16, Arc-shaped clamping plate-17, Button key-18, Button top cover-19, Main housing-20, Inner housing-21, Display screen-22, Circuit board-23, Outer housing-24, Cover housing-25, First limiting hole-26, First limiting post-27, Second limiting hole-28, Second limiting post-29, Second opening-30, Button through hole-31. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more complete description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate embodiments of the present application. However, the present application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that the disclosure of this application will be thorough and complete.

[0027] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application.

[0028] In this utility model, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "middle," "vertical," "horizontal," "lateral," and "longitudinal" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this utility model and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the above terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0029] Furthermore, the terms “first” and “second” as used herein may be used to describe various elements, but these elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one element from another. When used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” may also include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the terms “comprising / including” or “having” specify the presence of the stated features, integrals, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0030] It should be noted that when a component is said to be "fixed to" another component, it can be directly attached to the other component or there may be an intervening component. When a component is said to be "connected to" another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intervening component. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this document are for illustrative purposes only.

[0031] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0032] like Figure 1 As shown, the switch assembly provided by this utility model includes a support frame 1, a pressing bracket 2, a switch button 3, and a rolling ball 4. The rolling ball 4, the pressing bracket 2, and the support frame 1 are connected in sequence. A chamber 5 is provided on the support frame 1, and an infrared sensor 6 is installed inside the chamber 5. A first opening 7 is provided on the side of the chamber 5 facing the pressing bracket 2. The pressing bracket 2 is engaged with the support frame 1 and can move downward and reset relative to the support frame 1. A pressing plate 14 is also provided on the pressing bracket 2, and the pressing plate 14 abuts against the switch button 3. In other words, the pressing bracket 2 can move relative to the support frame 1 and drive the pressing plate 14 to move, thereby achieving the effect of pressing the switch button 3. The pressing bracket 2 has a mounting groove 15 for mounting the rolling ball 4 on the side opposite to the support frame 1. The bottom of the mounting groove 15 has a groove bottom through hole 16 that penetrates the pressing bracket 2. The groove bottom through hole 16 corresponds to the position of the first opening 7. When the rolling ball 4 is slid, the infrared sensor 6 can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball 4 through the groove bottom through hole 16.

[0033] It is understood that when the rolling ball 4 is rolled, the infrared sensor 6 can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball 4. The rolling direction of the rolling ball 4 can replace the button direction of a traditional button, that is, the functions of a variety of different buttons can be realized through the rolling ball 4.

[0034] Compared with the prior art, in the technical solution of this utility model, when the rolling ball 4 is slid, the infrared sensor 6 can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball 4 through the through hole 16 at the bottom of the groove. The rolling direction of the rolling ball 4 can replace the button direction of the traditional button. That is, the circuit board 23 in the electronic atomizer can perform the corresponding operation according to the rolling direction, thereby avoiding the increase in the number of switch buttons 3 and the number of presses, and improving the user experience.

[0035] Furthermore, the support frame 1 is provided with a first protruding end 8 and a second protruding end 9 on the side facing the pressing bracket 2. The first protruding end (8) and the second protruding end 9 are respectively provided with a first shaft hole 10 and a second shaft hole 11. The two ends of the pressing bracket 2 are respectively provided with a first bearing 12 and a second bearing 13 that engage with the first shaft hole 10 and the second shaft hole 11. The pressing plate 14 is disposed on the second bearing 13. The inner diameter of the second shaft hole 11 is larger than the outer diameter of the second bearing 13. The second bearing 13 can move downward relative to the second shaft hole 11 and reset, ensuring that the second bearing 13 has space to move downward relative to the second shaft hole 11, thereby driving the pressing plate 14 to press the switch button 3.

[0036] It should be noted that the first shaft hole 10 and the second shaft hole 11 are semi-open shaft holes, that is, a bayonet is provided above the first shaft hole 10 and the second shaft hole 11. The first bearing shaft 12 and the second bearing shaft 13 can be inserted into the first shaft hole 10 and the second shaft hole 11 respectively through the bayonet. The first shaft hole 10 can clamp the first bearing shaft 12, while the second bearing shaft 13 is suspended relative to the second shaft hole 11. When the rolling ball 4 is subjected to a large pressing force, the second bearing shaft 13 will move downward relative to the second shaft hole 11, that is, drive the pressing plate 14 to press the switch button 3.

[0037] Furthermore, the pressing bracket 2 has several arc-shaped clamps 17 on the side opposite to the support frame 1, and the arc-shaped clamps 17 together form the mounting groove 15. It should be noted that the arc-shaped clamps 17 have a certain elasticity. When the rolling ball 4 is inserted into the mounting groove 15, the arc-shaped clamps 17 can be slightly deformed outward under force, making the mounting opening between the arc-shaped clamps 17 larger. When the rolling ball 4 is inserted into the mounting groove 15, the arc-shaped clamps 17 return to their original shape, that is, the mounting opening becomes smaller, restricting the rolling ball 4 to move only in the mounting groove 15. In other words, the arc-shaped clamps 17 can prevent the rolling ball 4 from detaching from the mounting groove 15.

[0038] Furthermore, the switch button 3 includes a button 18 and a button cover 19 covering the button 18, with the pressing plate 14 abutting against the button cover 19. When the pressing plate 14 presses the button cover 19, the button cover 19 presses the button 18, thereby turning the switch button 3 on and off.

[0039] like Figures 1-5 As shown, an electronic atomizer includes a main housing 20, within which an inner housing 21 and an electronic control assembly are housed. The electronic control assembly includes a display screen 22, a circuit board 23, a battery, and the aforementioned switch assembly. The switch assembly is fixed to the circuit board 23 by screws. The display screen 22, circuit board 23, battery, and switch assembly are electrically connected. The switch assembly's switch button 3 and infrared sensor 6 are electrically connected to the circuit board 23. The switch assembly's support frame 1 is fixed to the circuit board 23. The switch assembly's button key 18 is electrically connected to the circuit board 23. The main housing 20 also has a button through-hole corresponding to the position of the rolling ball 4 of the switch assembly. Part of the rolling ball 4 is exposed outside the main housing 20 through the button through-hole. The battery is installed in the inner housing 21. The inner housing 21 also houses an atomizing assembly (not shown in the figure). The outer housing 24 has a mouthpiece, and the atomizing channel of the atomizing assembly in the inner housing 21 communicates with the mouthpiece. When the rolling ball 4 is slid, the infrared sensor 6 can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball 4 through the through hole 16 at the bottom of the groove, and the circuit board 23 can perform corresponding operations according to the rolling direction.

[0040] It is understood that the infrared sensor 6 and the switch button 3 are wired to the circuit board 23. That is, the rolling direction of the ball 4 detected by the infrared sensing area can be transmitted to the circuit board 23 for analysis. Therefore, the circuit board 23 can execute a corresponding program based on the rolling direction and the on / off state of the switch button 3. The effect achieved in this process is the same as that of traditionally setting up multiple buttons, but the solution in this application eliminates the need for a large number of traditional buttons.

[0041] It is worth noting that the on or off action of the switch button 3 can correspond to the on or off action of the content displayed on the display screen 22, or the activation or deactivation of certain other functions of the electronic atomizer; the on or off action can correspond to the on or off action of the content displayed on the display screen 22, or the activation or deactivation of certain other functions of the electronic atomizer; the operation corresponding to the rolling direction of the rolling ball 4 can correspond to the display or change of the content on the display screen 22, or the activation or deactivation of certain other functions of the electronic atomizer.

[0042] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model sets the switch component as a control button that can combine multiple modes of pressing and sliding to control different functions, thereby avoiding the increase in the number of switch buttons 3 and the number of presses, and improving the user experience.

[0043] Furthermore, the main housing 20 is formed by connecting the outer housing 24 and the closing housing 25. The circuit board 23 and the switch assembly are sandwiched between the inner housing 21 and the closing housing 25 to ensure reasonable assembly between the components, compact installation space, and prevent the main housing 20 from becoming too large.

[0044] Furthermore, the circuit board 23 is provided with a first limiting hole 26, and the support frame 1 of the switch assembly is provided with a first limiting post 27. The first limiting post 27 and the first limiting hole 26 limit and fix each other, thereby realizing the limiting and fixing between the circuit board 23 and the support frame 1.

[0045] Furthermore, the circuit board 23 is provided with a second limiting hole 28, and the outer side wall of the inner housing 21 is provided with a second limiting post 29. The second limiting post 29 and the second limiting hole 28 limit and fix each other, thereby realizing the limiting and fixing between the circuit board 23 and the inner housing 21.

[0046] Furthermore, a limiting baffle 32 is provided on the outer wall of the inner housing 21. The display screen 22 is installed between the inner housing 21 and the outer housing 24 and is clamped and fixed by the inner housing 21 and the outer housing 24, and is limited by the limiting baffle 32 on the outer wall of the inner housing 21 to prevent the display screen 22 from loosening or shifting.

[0047] Furthermore, the cover housing 25 is L-shaped to facilitate the installation of the rolling ball 4, the circuit board 23, and the switch assembly. The bottom and one side of the outer casing 24 are provided with a second opening 30, which is sealed when the cover housing 25 is connected to the outer casing 24. It is understood that the first and second openings 30 facilitate the installation of the switch assembly, the circuit board 23, the display screen 22, and other components into the main housing 20.

[0048] In summary, the switch assembly provided by this utility model features an arc-shaped clamp that prevents the rolling ball from disengaging from the mounting groove. The inner diameter of the second shaft hole is larger than the outer diameter of the second bearing shaft, ensuring that the second bearing shaft has downward movement space relative to the second shaft hole, thereby driving the pressing plate to press the switch button. Furthermore, with this utility model, the sliding rolling ball allows the infrared sensor to detect its rolling direction through the through-hole at the bottom of the groove. This rolling direction can replace the button direction of a traditional button, meaning the circuit board in the electronic atomizer can perform the corresponding operation based on the rolling direction. This avoids increasing the number of switch buttons and the number of presses, thus improving the user experience.

[0049] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. The specific embodiments described above are merely illustrative and not restrictive. Those skilled in the art can make many other forms under the guidance of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the claims. All of these forms are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A switching assembly, characterized in that, The device includes a support frame (1), a pressing bracket (2), a switch button (3), and a rolling ball (4). The rolling ball (4), the pressing bracket (2), and the support frame (1) are connected in sequence. The support frame (1) has a chamber (5) and an infrared sensor (6) installed inside the chamber (5). The chamber (5) has a first opening (7) on the side facing the pressing bracket (2). The pressing bracket (2) engages with the support frame (1) and can move downward and reset relative to the support frame (1). The pressing bracket (2) also has a... The pressing plate (14) abuts against the switch button (3). The pressing bracket (2) is provided with a mounting groove (15) for mounting the rolling ball (4) on the side away from the support frame (1). The bottom of the mounting groove (15) is provided with a groove bottom through hole (16) that penetrates the pressing bracket (2). The groove bottom through hole (16) corresponds to the position of the first opening (7). When the rolling ball (4) is slid, the infrared sensor (6) can detect the rolling direction of the rolling ball (4) through the groove bottom through hole (16).

2. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support frame (1) has a first protruding end (8) and a second protruding end (9) on one side facing the pressing bracket (2). The first protruding end (8) and the second protruding end (9) are respectively provided with a first shaft hole (10) and a second shaft hole (11). The two ends of the pressing bracket (2) are respectively provided with a first bearing shaft (12) and a second bearing shaft (13) that engage with the first shaft hole (10) and the second shaft hole (11). The pressing plate (14) is disposed on the second bearing shaft (13). The inner diameter of the second shaft hole (11) is larger than the outer diameter of the second bearing shaft (13). The second bearing shaft (13) can move downward and reset relative to the second shaft hole (11).

3. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pressing bracket (2) is provided with several arc-shaped clamps (17) on the side away from the support frame (1), and the arc-shaped clamps (17) surround to form the mounting groove (15).

4. The switching assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The switch button (3) includes a button key (18) and a button cover (19) covering the button key (18), and the pressing plate (14) abuts against the button cover (19).

5. An electronic atomizer, characterized in that, The device includes a main housing (20), within which an inner housing (21) and an electronic control assembly are installed. The electronic control assembly includes a display screen (22), a circuit board (23), a battery, and a switch assembly as described in any one of claims 1-4. The display screen (22), the circuit board (23), the battery, and the switch assembly are electrically connected. The switch button (3) and the infrared sensor (6) of the switch assembly are electrically connected to the circuit board (23). The support frame (1) of the switch assembly is fixed to the circuit board (23). Above, the button (18) of the switch assembly is electrically connected to the circuit board (23). The main housing (20) is also provided with a button through hole (31) corresponding to the position of the rolling ball (4) of the switch assembly. Part of the rolling ball (4) is exposed outside the main housing (20) through the button through hole (31). When the rolling ball (4) is slid, the infrared sensor (6) detects the rolling direction of the rolling ball (4) through the groove bottom through hole (16). The circuit board (23) can perform the corresponding operation according to the rolling direction.

6. The electronic atomizer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The main housing (20) is formed by connecting the outer housing (24) and the closing housing (25), and the circuit board (23) and the switch assembly are sandwiched between the inner housing (21) and the closing housing (25).

7. The electronic atomizer according to claim 5, characterized in that, The circuit board (23) is provided with a first limiting hole (26), and the support frame (1) of the switch assembly is provided with a first limiting post (27). The first limiting post (27) is fixed to the first limiting hole (26).

8. The electronic atomizer according to claim 7, characterized in that, The circuit board (23) is provided with a second limiting hole (28), and the outer side wall of the inner shell (21) is provided with a second limiting post (29), which is fixed to the second limiting hole (28).

9. The electronic atomizer according to claim 5, characterized in that, A limiting baffle (32) is provided on the outer wall of the inner shell (21).

10. The electronic atomizer according to claim 6, characterized in that, The cover housing (25) is L-shaped, and the bottom and one side of the outer shell (24) are provided with a second opening (30). When the cover housing (25) is connected to the outer shell (24), the second opening (30) is sealed.

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