storage devices

Abstract

This utility model provides a storage device. The storage unit is detachably assembled inside the housing, and the interface of the storage unit is located outside the housing. A display screen is mounted on the housing and connected to the storage unit to display real-time information of the storage device. In this utility model, the storage unit is detachably assembled inside the housing, so when users need to replace the storage unit or perform individual maintenance, they can easily complete the relevant tasks by simply removing the storage unit from the housing. The display screen mounted on the housing and connected to the storage unit can display real-time information of the storage device. This setup allows users to intuitively understand information such as the storage capacity, file transfer status, interface speed, and operating temperature of the device without needing to use other devices or software for querying, which is convenient, fast, and significantly improves the interactive experience, thereby enhancing the intelligence and visualization level of the device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of storage device technology, and in particular to a storage device. Background Technology

[0002] Existing storage devices (such as USB flash drives and solid-state drives) are mostly single-function storage devices that cannot display real-time information. In practical use, users often encounter the following problems: 1) Unknown remaining capacity: It is impossible to determine whether there is enough space for copying or backing up large files; 2) Unclear interface compatibility: USB 2.0 / 3.0 / 3.2 interfaces have significant speed differences, but users often cannot distinguish whether the device's interface is high-speed or low-speed, wasting valuable time. Therefore, there is an urgent need to design a storage device with the function of displaying real-time information. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention provides a storage device to solve the problem that existing storage devices do not have the function of displaying real-time information, which causes inconvenience to users.

[0004] A storage device includes a housing, a storage body, and a display screen; The storage unit is detachably assembled inside the housing, and the interface of the storage unit is located outside the housing; The display screen is mounted on the housing and connected to the storage unit to display real-time information of the storage device.

[0005] Preferably, the storage unit includes a PCB board, an interface disposed on the PCB board, a flash memory chip, and a main control chip; The PCB board is detachably assembled inside the housing, and the interface is located outside the housing; The flash memory chip and the main control chip are arranged alternately on the PCB board, and the main control chip is electrically connected to the display screen and the flash memory chip.

[0006] Preferably, the number of interfaces is one or two, each of the interfaces is located at one end of the PCB board, and any one of the interfaces is a Type-C interface or a USB-A interface.

[0007] Preferably, the housing includes a main shell and a plug; The first end of the main body shell is an open end, the plug is detachably installed on the open end, the internal space of the main body shell and the plug cooperate to form a receiving cavity, and the second end of the main body shell and / or the plug is provided with a through groove communicating with the receiving cavity; The storage unit is installed in the accommodating cavity, and the interface of the storage unit extends to the outside of the main body shell through the through slot; The main body shell is provided with a screen window that communicates with the accommodating cavity, and the display screen is installed in the screen window.

[0008] Preferably, the inner wall of the main shell is provided with a support plate for supporting the display screen, and the support plate is connected to the plug.

[0009] Preferably, the storage device further includes a transparent cover, which is detachably mounted on the main body to cover the screen window and the display screen.

[0010] Preferably, the storage device further includes a protective cap, which is detachably mounted on the end of the main body shell for covering the interface.

[0011] Preferably, the storage device further includes a power module, which is electrically connected to the display screen and the storage unit.

[0012] Preferably, the real-time information includes at least one of capacity information, transmission status information, interface rate information, and logo animation information.

[0013] Preferably, the storage device further includes a temperature sensing module, which is disposed inside the housing and connected to the display screen and the storage unit, for detecting temperature information inside the storage device.

[0014] The storage device provided in this embodiment of the utility model features a detachable storage unit housed within a casing. This allows users to easily replace or maintain the storage unit simply by removing it from the casing, significantly saving time and effort and improving efficiency. The storage unit's interface is located outside the casing, facilitating connection to external devices. Users do not need to open the casing to locate the interface; they can directly plug the interface into the external device to quickly establish a connection and enable data transmission and sharing. A display screen mounted on the casing and connected to the storage unit displays real-time information about the storage device. This setup allows users to intuitively understand the storage capacity, file transfer status, interface speed, and other information without needing other devices or software for querying, providing convenience, speed, and a significantly enhanced interactive experience, thereby improving the device's intelligence and visualization capabilities. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a first exploded view of the storage device in one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a second exploded view of the storage device in one embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a third exploded view of the storage device in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0017] The components are: 1. Housing; 11. Main housing; 12. End cap; 13. Support plate; 2. Storage main body; 21. Interface; 22. PCB board; 23. Flash memory chip; 24. Main control chip; 3. Display screen; 4. Through slot; 5. Screen window; 6. Transparent cover; 7. Protective cover; 8. Protective cap. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects solved by this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0019] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal," "radial," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are used 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. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0020] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" 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; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0021] This utility model provides a storage device, see reference. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3The storage device includes a housing 1, a storage body 2, and a display screen 3; the storage body 2 is detachably assembled inside the housing 1, and the interface 21 of the storage body 2 is located outside the housing 1; the display screen 3 is mounted on the housing 1 and connected to the storage body 2, and is used to display real-time information of the storage device.

[0022] As an example, the storage device includes a housing 1, a storage unit 2, and a display screen 3. During installation, the storage unit 2 is detachably assembled into the housing 1. This allows users to easily replace or maintain the storage unit 2 by simply removing it from the housing 1, saving time and effort and improving efficiency. The housing 1 provides stable support and protection for the storage unit 2. Assembling the storage unit 2 within the housing 1 effectively prevents damage from external physical impacts, dust, moisture, and other factors, extending its lifespan. The interface 21 of the storage unit 2 is located outside the housing 1, facilitating connection between the storage device and external devices. Users do not need to open the housing 1 to find the interface; they can simply plug the interface 21 into the external device to quickly establish a connection and achieve data transmission and sharing. Furthermore, the external design of the interface 21 allows the storage device to adapt to a wider range of different types and specifications of external devices, improving its versatility. The display screen 3 is mounted on the housing 1 and connected to the storage unit 2, displaying real-time information about the storage device. This setup allows users to intuitively understand the storage capacity, file transfer status, interface speed, and other information without needing other devices or software, making it convenient, fast, and significantly improving the interactive experience, thereby enhancing the device's intelligence and visualization capabilities. The display screen 3 uses a 0.4-2.0 inch monochrome or color LCD or OLED screen, and its integrated design with the housing 1 balances aesthetics and robustness. For example, users can intuitively view the remaining capacity of the storage device to determine if there is enough space for copying or backing up large files; they can also directly check the interface compatibility of the storage device, quickly identifying whether the device's interface 21 is high-speed or low-speed, avoiding delays. The presence of the display screen 3 enhances the interactivity of the storage device. In addition to displaying real-time information, users can perform simple operations such as adjusting storage modes and setting password protection. Users can operate directly on the storage device without relying on external devices or complex software interfaces, improving the convenience and intuitiveness of operation. This excellent interactive experience increases user satisfaction with the storage device and enhances user loyalty to the product.

[0023] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2The storage unit 2 includes a PCB board 22, an interface 21 disposed on the PCB board 22, a flash memory chip 23 and a main control chip 24; the PCB board 22 is detachably assembled inside the housing 1, and the interface 21 is located outside the housing 1; the flash memory chip 23 and the main control chip 24 are arranged at intervals on the PCB board 22, and the main control chip 24 is electrically connected to the display screen 3 and the flash memory chip 23.

[0024] As an example, the storage unit 2 includes a PCB board 22, an interface 21 disposed on the PCB board 22, a flash memory chip 23, and a main control chip 24. During installation, the PCB board 22 is detachably assembled into the housing 1, while the interface 21 is located outside the housing 1. The flash memory chip 23 and the main control chip 24 are arranged at intervals on the PCB board 22, and the main control chip 24 is electrically connected to the display screen 3 and the flash memory chip 23. In this configuration, the PCB board 22 serves as the main unit, used to control data reading and writing, and to support other components. The interface 21 is used to connect to external devices. The flash memory chip 23 is used to store data. The main control chip 24 is used to drive the display screen 3. The main control chip 24 adopts a low-power driver chip and achieves dynamic refresh through main control firmware instructions to reduce energy consumption. Through the linkage between the main control chip 24 and the display screen 3, the interface rate is automatically identified and the data is automatically refreshed, thereby improving the intelligence level of the device.

[0025] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The number of interfaces 21 is one or two, and each interface 21 is located at one end of the PCB board 22. Any interface 21 is a Type-C interface or a USB-A interface.

[0026] As an example, the number of interfaces 21 can be designed according to actual needs, flexibly adapting to different scenarios. When the user only needs to transfer data between the storage device and the computer, one interface 21 is sufficient, avoiding redundancy and operational complexity caused by too many interfaces, making the device more portable and easy to use, while also reducing production costs and making the product more price-competitive. When the number of interfaces 21 is two identical interfaces 21, if one interface 21 fails, the other interface 21 can be used to connect to an external device, avoiding affecting the use of the device and thus reducing its lifespan. When the number of interfaces 21 is two different interfaces 21, the user can connect the storage device to two different external devices, expanding the device's applicability. For example, designing two different interfaces 21 can not only connect the storage device to a computer for data backup, but also connect the storage device to a printer to directly print documents. Placing each interface 21 at one end of the PCB board 22 helps optimize the space utilization of the PCB board 22 and facilitates the installation and maintenance of the storage device. If interface 21 is a Type-C interface, it offers high-speed data transfer capabilities, meeting users' needs for rapid transfer of large amounts of data. The Type-C interface boasts excellent compatibility, connecting not only to common devices like computers and mobile phones, but also to newer smart devices such as tablets and smartwatches, enabling widespread device interconnectivity. Furthermore, its compact design makes the storage device thinner and more portable, aligning with modern users' desire for portable electronic products. If interface 21 is a USB-A interface, it enjoys widespread availability; almost all computers and most electronic devices are equipped with USB-A interfaces, ensuring high compatibility when connecting to various devices, eliminating concerns about finding a suitable interface.

[0027] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The housing 1 includes a main body shell 11 and a plug 12; the first end of the main body shell 11 is an open end, and the plug 12 is detachably installed at the open end. The internal space of the main body shell 11 and the plug 12 cooperate to form a receiving cavity. The second end of the main body shell 11 and / or the plug 12 are provided with a through groove 4 communicating with the receiving cavity. The storage body 2 is installed in the receiving cavity, and the interface 21 of the storage body 2 extends to the outside of the main body shell 11 through the through groove 4. The main body shell 11 is provided with a screen window 5 communicating with the receiving cavity, and the display screen 3 is installed in the screen window 5.

[0028] As an example, the housing 1 includes a main shell 11 and a plug 12. During installation, the main shell 11 serves as a reference, with its first end being an open end. The plug 12 is detachably installed at the open end, and the internal space of the main shell 11 cooperates with the plug 12 to form a receiving cavity. The second end of the main shell 11 and / or the plug 12 are provided with a through groove 4 communicating with the receiving cavity. The storage body 2 is installed in the receiving cavity, and the interface 21 of the storage body 2 extends to the outside of the main shell 11 through the through groove 4. The main shell 11 is provided with a screen window 5 communicating with the receiving cavity, and the display screen 3 is installed inside the screen window 5. The housing 1 consists of a main shell 11 and a plug 12. The plug 12 is detachably installed at the open end of the first end of the main shell 11. Specifically, the open end is provided with an insert groove, in which the plug 12 is fitted. When assembling the storage device, the user can easily place the internal components, such as the storage unit 2, into the receiving cavity of the main shell 11, and then install the plug 12 to complete the assembly, greatly improving assembly efficiency. When the device needs maintenance or repair, only the plug 12 needs to be removed to easily remove the storage unit 2 for inspection, replacement, or repair, without the need for complex disassembly of the entire housing 1, reducing maintenance difficulty and cost. The storage unit 2 is installed in the receiving cavity. Specifically, the storage unit 2 is inserted into the inside of the main shell 11 from the open end, and then the plug 12 is installed at the open end. Due to the regular structure of the receiving cavity and the fixing effect of the main shell 11 and the plug 12, the storage unit 2 can be stably installed, and it is not easy for it to shake or shift during the use of the device, ensuring the stability of data transmission and the normal operation of the device. The second end of the main housing 11 and / or the plug 12 is provided with a through groove 4 communicating with the accommodating cavity. The interface 21 of the storage body 2 extends to the outside of the main housing 11 through the through groove 4, so that the interface 21 can be easily connected to external devices. Users can directly plug and unplug devices without opening the housing 1, making operation more convenient. At the same time, the design of the through groove 4 also plays a certain role in positioning and protecting the interface 21, preventing the interface 21 from being damaged by collisions during device use. The through groove 4 can be set on the second end of the main housing 11 or the plug 12, or even set on both ends. This flexible layout can be adjusted according to the interface position of the storage body 2 and actual usage requirements. For example, if the interfaces of the storage body 2 are concentrated at one end, the through groove 4 can be set on the corresponding end of the main housing 11 or the plug 12; if the interfaces are distributed at both ends, the through groove 4 can be set at both ends to meet the installation requirements of different types of storage bodies 2.

[0029] The main casing 11 has a screen window 5 communicating with the accommodating cavity. The display screen 3 is installed within the screen window 5, allowing the display screen 3 to clearly display real-time information about the storage device, such as storage capacity, file transfer status, and interface speed. Users can directly understand the device's operating status through the display screen 3 without needing other devices or software, making it convenient and quick. The design of the screen window 5 also serves a decorative and protective function for the display screen 3, making the display screen 3 more harmonious and unified with the overall style of the main casing 11. At the same time, a reasonable window size and position design can also optimize the user's visual experience, avoiding the impact on information viewing due to the window being too large or too small, or improperly positioned. In addition, touch buttons or side buttons can be provided on the main casing 11 to wake up and switch the display content of the display screen 3.

[0030] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The inner wall of the main shell 11 is provided with a support plate 13 for supporting the display screen 3, and the support plate 13 is connected to the plug 12.

[0031] As an example, a support plate 13 is provided on the inner wall of the main shell 11. Specifically, there are two support plates 13, which are arranged opposite each other and flush, forming a space to support the display screen 3 in conjunction with the inner wall of the main shell 11, further providing a certain decorative and protective function for the display screen 3. The support plate 13 is connected to the plug 12. Specifically, one of the support plate 13 and the plug 12 has a locking block, and the other has a locking groove. The locking block is engaged in the locking groove to facilitate the installation of the plug 12 at the open end of the main shell 11. The support plate 13 is specifically designed with an L-shaped structure.

[0032] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 The storage device also includes a transparent cover 6, which is detachably mounted on the main body 11 and covers the screen window 5 and the display screen 3.

[0033] As an example, the storage device also includes a transparent cover 6. During installation, the transparent cover 6 is detachably installed on the main body shell 11 using a plug-in, snap-fit, adhesive, or screw-in method. This covers the screen window 5 and the display screen 3, effectively protecting the display screen 3 and extending the device's lifespan without affecting the user's viewing of the information displayed on the display screen 3. Furthermore, the storage device includes a protective cover 7, which is detachably installed on the main body shell 11 and symmetrically arranged with the transparent cover 6 about the axis of symmetry of the main body shell 11, providing further protection for the main body shell 11. Both the protective cover 7 and the transparent cover 6 are U-shaped structures made of plastic. One of the U-shaped structures and the main body shell 11 has a plug-in post, and the other has a plug-in slot. The plug-in post is inserted into the plug-in slot to install the U-shaped structure on the main body shell 11. Alternatively, the main body shell 11 can have an embedding groove into which the U-shaped structure is embedded. A heat dissipation groove can also be provided on the side of the main body shell 11 away from the screen window 5 to allow for ventilation and heat dissipation of the interior of the main body shell 11.

[0034] In one embodiment, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The storage device also includes a protective cap 8, which is detachably mounted on the end of the main body shell 11 to cover the interface 21.

[0035] As an example, the storage device also includes a protective cap 8, which is detachably installed at the end of the main body shell 11 by means of plugging, snapping, gluing, or screwing during installation, covering the interface 21 to protect the interface 21 from impact damage. The number of protective caps 8 corresponds to the number of interfaces 21, with one protective cap 8 fitted on each interface 21.

[0036] In one embodiment, the storage device further includes a power module electrically connected to the display screen 3 and the storage body 2.

[0037] As an example, the storage device also includes a power module, which is electrically connected to the display screen 3 and the storage unit 2 when in use, and can provide power to the display screen 3 and the storage unit 2.

[0038] In one embodiment, the real-time information includes at least one of capacity information, transmission status information, interface rate information, and logo animation information.

[0039] As an example, real-time information includes at least one of the following: capacity information, transmission status information, interface speed information, and logo animation information. This setup allows for capacity monitoring via display screen 3, enabling users to view the storage device's capacity and remaining capacity (e.g., displaying the total and remaining capacity of the USB drive in actual numbers, percentages, and progress bars); monitoring the working status via display screen 3, allowing users to view the current transmission status of the storage device (e.g., displaying the USB drive's working status as transmitting, completed, or idle); monitoring the interface speed via display screen 3, allowing users to view the current interface speed of the storage device (e.g., displaying the highest supported speed for interface communication after the USB drive is connected, and identification results such as USB 2.0, 3.0, and 3.2); and conveniently displaying the storage device's brand or customizing the startup logo animation. This significantly enhances the interactive experience, thereby improving the device's intelligence and visualization level.

[0040] In one embodiment, the storage device further includes a temperature sensing module disposed within the housing 1 and connected to the display screen 3 and the storage body 2, for detecting temperature information within the storage device.

[0041] As an example, the storage device also includes a temperature sensing module. During installation, the temperature sensing module is placed inside the housing 1 and connected to the display screen 3 and the storage body 2. It can detect the temperature information inside the storage device and then display the detected temperature information on the display screen 3. With this configuration, the display screen 3 can monitor the temperature so that users can directly view the current temperature of the storage device and alarm prompts (such as the ring displaying different colors in different temperature ranges to achieve a warning effect), avoiding data errors, hardware damage, or skin burns caused by overheating of the device during use.

[0042] The above-described embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and should all be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A storage device, characterized in that, Includes the casing, storage unit, and display screen; The storage unit is detachably assembled inside the housing, and the interface of the storage unit is located outside the housing; The display screen is mounted on the housing and connected to the storage unit to display real-time information of the storage device.

2. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage unit includes a PCB board, an interface mounted on the PCB board, a flash memory chip, and a main control chip; The PCB board is detachably assembled inside the housing, and the interface is located outside the housing; The flash memory chip and the main control chip are arranged alternately on the PCB board, and the main control chip is electrically connected to the display screen and the flash memory chip.

3. The storage device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The number of the interfaces is one or two, and each of the interfaces is located at one end of the PCB board. Any of the interfaces is a Type-C interface or a USB-A interface.

4. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing includes a main shell and a plug; The first end of the main body shell is an open end, the plug is detachably installed on the open end, the internal space of the main body shell and the plug cooperate to form a receiving cavity, and the second end of the main body shell and / or the plug is provided with a through groove communicating with the receiving cavity; The storage unit is installed in the accommodating cavity, and the interface of the storage unit extends to the outside of the main body shell through the through slot; The main body shell is provided with a screen window that communicates with the accommodating cavity, and the display screen is installed in the screen window.

5. The storage device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The inner wall of the main shell is provided with a support plate for supporting the display screen, and the support plate is connected to the plug.

6. The storage device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The storage device also includes a transparent cover, which is detachably mounted on the main body to cover the screen window and the display screen.

7. The storage device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The storage device also includes a protective cap, which is detachably mounted on the end of the main body shell to cover the interface.

8. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage device also includes a power module, which is electrically connected to the display screen and the storage unit.

9. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The real-time information includes at least one of the following: capacity information, transmission status information, interface rate information, and logo animation information.

10. The storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage device also includes a temperature sensing module, which is disposed inside the housing and connected to the display screen and the storage unit, for detecting temperature information inside the storage device.

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