A cabinet intelligent side plate based on light-adjusting glass

Abstract

The utility model belongs to computer hardware and intelligent control technical field especially relates to a case intelligent side plate based on light control glass, installs in the side of case main body, the side of case main body is equipped with the mounting frame, installs and fixes a light control glass side plate in mounting frame, the inside of the four around light control glass side plate is embedded with a plurality of first magnetic attraction spare, the corresponding position of mounting frame is equipped with a plurality of second magnetic attraction spare and first magnetic attraction spare is attracted, at least a pair of spring needle is worn and is equipped with on mounting frame, the inside corresponding position on light control glass side plate is equipped with the metal conduction contact point and spring needle is matched, and metal conduction contact point and spring needle one end elasticity are connected, the other end of spring needle is electrically connected with a drive controller, and drive controller includes micro processing unit, wireless communication module and boost drive module. Through using the structure of the utility model, realize the convenient and reliable separation of side plate fixed, and the transparency control is flexible.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of computer hardware and intelligent control technology, and in particular relates to an intelligent side panel of a chassis based on dimming glass. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous improvement of computer hardware performance, especially the widespread adoption of components such as graphics cards, memory, and coolers with RGB lighting effects, showcasing the internal hardware and lighting effects of a computer case has become a demand for many DIY PC users. Therefore, side-panel cases (i.e., cases with transparent side panels) have become the mainstream in the market. Currently, common side-panel solutions mainly use acrylic sheets or tempered glass. Acrylic sheets are less expensive but easily scratched; tempered glass offers a better feel and is more wear-resistant, and both are permanently transparent.

[0003] Existing side-panel windows have significant limitations. First, their transparency is not adjustable, meaning the internal hardware layout, cable management, and RGB lighting effects are always fully exposed. This leads to several problems: continuous light pollution can be distracting when users need to focus on work or watching movies; and the inability to conceal unsightly hardware or messy cables affects the overall aesthetics. Therefore, a fixed transparency level cannot meet users' needs for dynamically switching between privacy and display effects in different scenarios.

[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, some adjustable transparency chassis side panel solutions using dimming glass have emerged on the market, but their implementation still suffers from the following drawbacks: 1. The dimming glass and the driver are usually connected by fixed wires. Removing the side panel requires manual plugging and unplugging, which is cumbersome and the interface is easily damaged.

[0005] 2. The driver control method is simple, relying mainly on physical switches on the chassis, and cannot achieve remote intelligent control. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass, which aims to solve the problems of inconvenient disassembly and assembly and limited control methods of adjustable transparency chassis side panels in the prior art.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass, which is installed on the side of the chassis body. The side of the chassis body has a mounting frame, within which a dimming glass side panel is fixedly installed. Several first magnetic attractors are embedded on the inner perimeter of the dimming glass side panel, and several second magnetic attractors attracted to the first magnetic attractors are located at corresponding positions on the mounting frame, magnetically fixing the dimming glass side panel within the mounting frame. At least one pair of spring pins are threaded through the mounting frame, and a metal conductive contact point matching the spring pin is located at a corresponding position on the inner side of the dimming glass side panel. The metal conductive contact point is elastically connected to one end of the spring pin. The other end of the spring pin is electrically connected to a drive controller, which includes a microprocessor unit, a wireless communication module, and a boost drive module, wherein: The microprocessor unit is connected to the wireless communication module and is used to receive wireless control commands from the mobile terminal APP and convert them into corresponding control signals. The microprocessor unit is connected to the boost drive module, and controls the boost drive module to convert the low-voltage DC input into the high-voltage AC power required for the dimming glass side panel to switch transparency via a control signal.

[0008] As an optional solution of this utility model, the drive controller is electrically connected to a peripheral device power interface, which is connected to a computer power supply to provide low-voltage DC input power to the drive controller.

[0009] As an optional solution of this utility model, the power interface of the peripheral device is a SATA interface or a 4-pin interface.

[0010] As an optional solution of this utility model, the drive controller is also provided with a USB interface on its side. The USB interface is connected to the USB control port on the computer control motherboard through a USB cable to receive wired control commands from the computer.

[0011] As an optional solution of this utility model, the control signal is an output voltage signal with variable amplitude. The output voltage signal is input to the reference voltage terminal of the boost drive module to control the boost drive module to generate high voltage AC current with different amplitudes, which is used to switch the different transparency states of the dimming glass side panel.

[0012] As an optional solution of this utility model, the different transparency states of the dimming glass side panel, in order of increasing transparency, include a blurred state, a first blurred state, a second blurred state, a third blurred state, and a clear state.

[0013] As an optional solution of this utility model, any pair of spring pins can be connected to the positive and negative high-voltage output terminals of the drive controller respectively via leads.

[0014] The above-mentioned technical solutions in the intelligent side panel of the chassis based on dimming glass provided by this utility model embodiment have at least one of the following technical effects: This application provides a smart side panel for a computer chassis based on dimming glass. Mechanical fixing is achieved by setting a second magnetic component and a first magnetic component on the mounting frame and the dimming glass side panel respectively. Electrical connection is achieved by connecting a pair of spring pins to conductive metal contacts. Magnetic force is used to automatically align, adhere, and electrically connect the dimming glass side panel, achieving a truly seamless "one-click fit, one-click release" experience. Mechanical fixing and electrical connection are completed simultaneously, ensuring high reliability. A wireless communication module is integrated into the drive controller, and a USB interface is located on the side of the drive controller. Users can control the transparency and blurring states of the computer chassis side panel via a mobile app or computer, allowing for timed or contextualized control, providing rich functionality and strong expandability. This smart side panel cleverly utilizes the computer's power supply, eliminating the need for a complex external power source. It is plug-and-play, with ample power supply capacity, ensuring stable and safe system operation. All electrical connection cables for this smart side panel can be pre-laid and hidden within the chassis frame and inner wall, eliminating cable entanglement within the side panel itself and ensuring minimal internal space. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, 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 these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smart side panel of a chassis based on dimming glass according to this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2a This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass, according to this utility model.

[0018] Figure 2b This is a schematic diagram of the mounting frame for a smart side panel of a chassis based on dimming glass, according to this utility model.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the drive controller for a smart side panel of a chassis based on dimming glass, according to this utility model.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a system block diagram of a drive controller for a smart side panel of a chassis based on dimming glass, according to this utility model.

[0021] Figure descriptions: 1. Chassis body; 2. Dimming glass side panel; 3. Lead wire; 4. Drive controller; 5. Peripheral device power interface; 101. Mounting frame; 102. Spring pin; 103. Second magnetic clasp; 201. Metal conductive contact point; 202. First magnetic clasp; 401. USB interface. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the embodiments of the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0023] In the description of the embodiments of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this utility model 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0024] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0025] In this embodiment of the invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this embodiment of the invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0026] In specific embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1As shown, a smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass is provided. It is installed on the side of the chassis body 1. The side of the chassis body 1 is provided with a mounting frame 101. A dimming glass side panel 2 is installed and fixed in the mounting frame 101. At least one pair of spring pins 102 are passed through the mounting frame 101. The inner side of the dimming glass side panel 2 is provided with a metal conductive contact point 201 that matches the spring pin 102 at the corresponding position. The metal conductive contact point 201 is elastically connected to one end of the spring pin 102. The other end of the spring pin 102 is electrically connected to a drive controller 4.

[0027] Preferred, refer to Figure 2a and Figure 2b The mounting frame 101 has four intersecting frame rods on its side. A second magnetic attractor 202 is located at the center of each intersection, embedded within the mounting frame 101. Correspondingly, at the four corners of the dimming glass side panel 2, first magnetic attractors 103 are located within the dimming glass side panel 2. In this specific embodiment, the first magnetic attractor 103 is preferably a neodymium iron boron magnet, and the second magnetic attractor 202 is preferably an iron sheet or a reverse magnet with polarity matching that of the neodymium iron boron magnet. When the dimming glass side panel 2 approaches the mounting frame 101 of the chassis body 1, it is automatically guided to a predetermined position and firmly attached to the chassis body 1 under magnetic attraction.

[0028] Preferred, refer to Figure 2a and Figure 2b In this specific embodiment of the present invention, a spring pin 102 is inserted through the middle of each frame rod of the mounting frame 101. Two spring pins 102 with opposite positions form a pair. A metal conductive contact point 201 matching the spring pin 102 is provided on the inner side of the dimming glass side plate 2 at the corresponding position. The spring head end of the spring pin 102 extends slightly along the surface of the mounting frame 101. Under the magnetic attraction between the dimming glass side plate 2 and the mounting frame 101, the metal conductive contact point 201 and the spring head end of the spring pin 102 are automatically aligned, and the spring head end of the spring pin 102 is tightened inward in a direction perpendicular to the mounting frame 101, so that the metal conductive contact point 201 and the spring pin 102 form an electrical connection state with elastic contact. When it is necessary to disassemble the dimming glass side plate 2, the dimming glass side plate 2 can be removed by directly applying force to overcome the magnetic attraction. The electrical connection is automatically separated, realizing the synchronous and automatic completion of mechanical fixation and electrical connection during the disassembly and assembly of the dimming glass side plate 2.

[0029] Preferred, refer to Figure 3The other end of the spring pin 102 extends along the back of the frame rod of the mounting frame 101. The other end of the spring pin 102 is electrically connected to a lead wire 3. The other end of the lead wire 3 extends along the mounting frame 101 and is close to another lead wire 3 electrically connected to another spring pin of the same pair. After the two leads 3 are close together, they are respectively connected to the positive and negative high voltage output terminals of the drive controller 4 to transmit the high voltage AC power generated by the drive controller 4 to the dimming glass side plate 2.

[0030] Preferred, refer to Figure 3 The drive controller 4 is electrically connected to a peripheral device power interface 5, which connects to the computer power supply. This eliminates the need for a complex external power supply, allowing for plug-and-play operation. It provides low-voltage DC input power to the drive controller 4. The peripheral device power interface can be a SATA interface or a 4-pin connector, capable of providing 12V or 5V DC power to the drive controller 4 respectively. In a specific embodiment of this invention, a 4-pin connector is preferred.

[0031] Preferred, refer to Figure 3 The drive controller 4 also has a USB interface 401 on its side. The USB interface 401 is connected to the USB control port on the computer control motherboard via a USB cable to receive wired control commands from the computer.

[0032] In this specific embodiment of the utility model, the lead wire 3, the peripheral device power interface 5, and the USB connection cable are all located inside the chassis body, pre-arranged and hidden inside the chassis body mounting frame and inner wall, so that the dimming glass side panel 2 is free from cable entanglement with the outside of the chassis body 1, ensuring the chassis body space is extremely simple.

[0033] Reference Figure 4 The control drive module 4 includes a boost drive module, a microprocessor unit, and a wireless communication module, wherein: The input of the wireless communication module establishes a communication connection with the output of the wireless transmission module of the mobile terminal to receive wireless control commands issued by the user through the mobile terminal APP and convert them into corresponding state switching signals; the output of the wireless communication module is connected to the input of the microprocessor unit to transmit the state switching signals to the microprocessor unit.

[0034] Preferably, the wireless communication module and the USB interface 401 provide the control driver module 4 with both wireless and wired control methods. The wireless control method corresponds to the mobile terminal APP, and the wired control method corresponds to the computer terminal. Both control methods can control the transparent and blurred states of the computer chassis side panel at regular intervals or in specific contexts, and have rich functions and strong expandability.

[0035] Preferably, the state switching signal is to switch the transparency state of the dimming glass side panel. The transparency states of the dimming glass side panel, in order of increasing transparency, include a blurred state, a first blurred state, a second blurred state, a third blurred state, and a clear state.

[0036] The microprocessor unit converts the state switching signal into a corresponding control signal, which is an output voltage signal with variable amplitude. In a specific embodiment of this invention, different transparent states correspond to different voltage signals with different amplitudes. Specifically, the blurred state corresponds to an output voltage signal of 0V; the first blurred state corresponds to an output voltage signal of 2.4V; the second blurred state corresponds to an output voltage signal of 2.7V; the third blurred state corresponds to an output voltage signal of 3.0V; and the clear state corresponds to an output voltage signal of 3.3V.

[0037] The output of the microprocessor unit is connected to the reference voltage terminal of the boost drive module, and sends the output voltage signal as a feedback signal to the boost drive module. The boost drive module uses the output voltage signal as a reference to convert the +5V low-voltage DC power provided by the peripheral device power interface 5 into high-voltage AC power, and transmits it through the lead wire 3, spring pin 102 and metal conductive contact point 201 to transmit the high-voltage AC power to the dimming glass side plate, causing the transparency of the dimming glass side plate to change.

[0038] In this specific embodiment of the invention, when the output voltage signal is 0V, the high-voltage AC output is 0V, which does not reach the threshold voltage, and the transparency of the dimming glass side panel is in a blurred state. When the output voltage signal is 2.4V, the high-voltage AC output is 65V, which reaches the threshold voltage but does not reach the saturation voltage, and the transparency of the dimming glass side panel is in a first blurred state. When the output voltage signal is 2.7V, the high-voltage AC output is 75V, which reaches the threshold voltage but does not reach the saturation voltage, and the transparency of the dimming glass side panel is in a second blurred state. When the output voltage signal is 3.0V, the high-voltage AC output is 85V, which reaches the threshold voltage but does not reach the saturation voltage, and the transparency of the dimming glass side panel is in a third blurred state. When the output voltage signal is 3.3V, the high-voltage AC output is 95V, which reaches the saturation voltage, and the transparency of the dimming glass side panel is in a clear state.

[0039] This utility model discloses a smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass, and its working process is as follows: 1. Users can issue wireless or wired control commands via mobile app or computer terminal.

[0040] 2. After receiving the wireless control command, the wireless communication module converts it into a corresponding state switching signal and transmits it to the microprocessor unit; the wired control command directly transmits the state switching signal to the microprocessor unit through the USB interface.

[0041] 3. The microprocessor unit converts the state switching signal into a corresponding state control signal and inputs it to the reference voltage terminal of the boost drive module.

[0042] 4. The boost drive module uses the output voltage signal as a reference to convert the +5V low-voltage DC power provided by the USB power interface into high-voltage AC power.

[0043] 5. The dimming glass side panel receives high-voltage AC current, causing a change in the transparency of the dimming glass side panel.

[0044] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass, installed on the side of the chassis body, characterized in that, The main body of the chassis has a mounting frame on its side. A dimming glass side panel is mounted and fixed within the mounting frame. Several first magnetic attractors are embedded on the inner perimeter of the dimming glass side panel. Several second magnetic attractors, attracted to the first magnetic attractors, are located at corresponding positions on the mounting frame, magnetically fixing the dimming glass side panel within the mounting frame. At least one pair of spring pins are threaded through the mounting frame. Corresponding positions on the inner side of the dimming glass side panel are provided with metal conductive contacts that match the spring pins. The metal conductive contacts are elastically connected to one end of the spring pins. The other end of the spring pins is electrically connected to a drive controller. The drive controller includes a microprocessor unit, a wireless communication module, and a boost drive module, wherein: The microprocessor unit is connected to the wireless communication module and is used to receive wireless control commands from the mobile terminal APP and convert them into corresponding control signals. The microprocessor unit is connected to the boost drive module, and controls the boost drive module to convert the low-voltage DC input into the high-voltage AC power required for the dimming glass side panel to switch transparency via a control signal.

2. The intelligent side panel of the chassis based on dimming glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive controller is electrically connected to a peripheral device power interface, which is connected to a computer power supply to provide low-voltage DC input power to the drive controller.

3. The intelligent side panel of the chassis based on dimming glass according to claim 2, characterized in that, The power interface of the peripheral device is a SATA interface or a 4-pin interface.

4. The intelligent side panel of the chassis based on dimming glass according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive controller also has a USB interface on its side, which is connected to the USB control port on the computer control motherboard via a USB cable to receive wired control commands from the computer.

5. The intelligent side panel of the chassis based on dimming glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control signal is a variable amplitude output voltage signal. The output voltage signal is input to the reference voltage terminal of the boost drive module to control the boost drive module to generate high voltage AC current with different amplitudes, which is used to switch the different transparency states of the dimming glass side panel.

6. A smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass according to claim 5, characterized in that, The different transparency states of the dimming glass side panel, in order of increasing transparency, include blurred state, first blurred state, second blurred state, third blurred state, and clear state.

7. A smart side panel for a chassis based on dimming glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pair of spring pins are connected to the positive and negative high-voltage output terminals of the drive controller respectively via leads.

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