Device for realizing faceplate USB interface protection based on positioning boss

Abstract

The utility model relates to a device for realizing panel USB interface protection based on positioning boss, including panel recess, USB flap and base, panel recess sets up on the panel, and USB flap and base are connected together through the pivot, and USB flap is installed on panel recess, and one end of USB flap is fixed in the bottom of panel recess through the base by screw locking, makes USB flap to rotate with base as the center, rotates to the closed position and the open position, and USB flap is completely embedded in panel recess when being in the closed position, and the outer surface of USB flap is coplanar with the panel. The device for realizing panel USB interface protection based on positioning boss of the utility model, after opening USB flap, USB flap opens to hover, is not easy to be mistaken to touch by the finger of operating personnel, improves work efficiency. After long -term use, the buckle of flap is worn, and the aging failure, and USB flap still can close the panel recess under the action of gravity, and the protection effect is played to USB interface. When replacing USB flap and USB flap base, only one screw is dismantled, and maintenance is very convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of USB protection equipment, and more particularly to the field of USB interface protection, specifically referring to a device for protecting the panel USB interface based on a positioning boss. Background Technology

[0002] Existing technology includes a left-right flip-top USB protective structure. A USB port is located in the non-display area of ​​the monitor panel, along with a USB flip-top to protect the port. The flip-top can rotate between protecting and exposing the USB port. A protrusion with a groove is designed on the inner side of the flip-top. Through the elastic deformation of the flip-top, the protrusion can engage with the groove to secure it, pressing down the waterproof foam adhered to the flip-top and thus protecting the USB port. Figure 1 As shown.

[0003] However, using such a USB protective flip cover structure will lead to the following problems: 1. Operators may accidentally touch the flip cover while using the USB interface, causing it to close and affecting work efficiency.

[0004] 2. The latches on the flip cover may wear out after long-term use and may fail, resulting in the USB flip cover being unable to close.

[0005] 3. Because the USB flip cover uses a C-shaped clip to hold the hinge in place, it is difficult to disassemble and replace and the hinge is easily damaged. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on a positioning boss, which is easy to operate, easy to install, and has a wide range of applications.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss, as follows: The device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss is characterized by the following: the device includes a panel groove, a USB flip cover, and a base. The panel groove is set on the panel, and the USB flip cover is connected to the base by a pivot. The USB flip cover is installed on the panel groove, and one end of the USB flip cover is locked to the bottom of the panel groove by screws through the base. The USB flip cover can rotate around the base to a closed position and an open position. When the USB flip cover is closed, it is completely embedded in the panel groove. The outer surface of the USB flip cover is coplanar with the panel. The bottom of the panel groove is provided with a USB interface. The device further includes a rotating shaft and a positioning boss. The two rotating shafts are disposed on two sides of the base, and the positioning boss is disposed on each side of the base.

[0008] Preferably, the device further includes a first positioning groove and a second positioning groove, both of which are disposed on two sides of the end of the USB flip cover.

[0009] Preferably, when the USB flip cover is in the open position, the positioning boss engages with the second positioning groove, the positioning boss is inserted into the second positioning groove, and the USB flip cover is in a suspended state.

[0010] Preferably, when the USB flip cover is in the closed position, the positioning boss engages with the first positioning groove.

[0011] Preferably, the back of the USB flip cover is provided with waterproof foam, and when the USB flip cover is in the closed position, the waterproof foam presses against the USB interface.

[0012] Preferably, when the USB flip cover is in the closed position, there is a gap between the panel groove and the bottom of the USB flip cover.

[0013] Preferably, a USB logo and an arrow are provided on the outer surface of the USB flip cover at a position corresponding to the flip cover latch.

[0014] This invention utilizes a device based on a positioning boss to protect the USB port on the front panel. After the USB flip cover is opened, it remains suspended, preventing accidental touch by the operator's fingers and improving work efficiency. Even after prolonged use and wear and tear on the latching structure, the USB flip cover can still close the front panel recess under gravity, protecting the USB port. Replacing the USB flip cover and its base requires only removing one screw, making maintenance very convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a front panel USB flip-cover protective structure in the prior art.

[0016] Figure 2 This is a partial oblique view of the closed state of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss according to this utility model.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial oblique view of the open state of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss according to this utility model.

[0018] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the base of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss according to this utility model.

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the USB flip cover of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss according to this utility model.

[0020] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the USB flip cover structure of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss in the present invention in a suspended state.

[0021] Figure 7 This is a detailed cross-sectional view of the USB flip cover of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss, which enables the hovering function.

[0022] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the USB flip cover of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss in the closed state.

[0023] Figure 9 This is a detailed cross-sectional view of the USB flip cover of the device for protecting the USB interface on the panel based on the positioning boss, which enables the device to achieve the closing function.

[0024] Figure label: 1. Panel recess 2 USB flip covers 3 bases 4. Rotating shaft 5. Positioning boss 6 First positioning groove 7 Second positioning groove 8 Waterproof foam 9 screws 10 USB flip cover protrusions 11 USB ports 12 monitors 13. Monitor panel recess 14 USB logo Detailed Implementation

[0025] To more clearly describe the technical content of this utility model, the following description is provided in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0026] In the technical solution of this utility model, the device for protecting the USB interface of the panel based on the positioning boss includes a panel groove 1, a USB flip cover 2 and a base 3. The panel groove 1 is set on the panel. The USB flip cover 2 and the base 3 are connected together by a pivot 4. The USB flip cover 2 is installed on the panel groove 1. One end of the USB flip cover 2 is locked to the bottom of the panel groove 1 by screws through the base 3, so that the USB flip cover 2 can rotate around the pivot 4 of the base to a closed position and an open position. When the USB flip cover 2 is in the closed position, it is completely embedded in the panel groove 1. The outer surface of the USB flip cover 2 is coplanar with the panel. The bottom of the panel groove 1 is provided with a USB interface. The device also includes a rotating shaft 4 and a positioning boss 5. The two rotating shafts 4 are arranged on two sides of the base 3, and the positioning boss 5 is arranged on each side of the base 3.

[0027] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the device further includes a first positioning groove 6 and a second positioning groove 7, both of which are disposed on two sides of the end of the USB flip cover 2.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, when the USB flip cover 2 is in the open position, the positioning protrusion 5 engages with the second positioning groove 7, the positioning protrusion 5 is inserted into the second positioning groove 7, and the USB flip cover 2 is in a suspended state.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, when the USB flip cover 2 is in the closed position, the positioning boss 5 is engaged in the first positioning groove 6.

[0030] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the back of the USB flip cover 2 is provided with waterproof foam 8, and when the USB flip cover 2 is in the closed position, the waterproof foam 8 presses against the USB interface.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, when the USB flip cover 2 is in the closed position, there is a gap between the panel groove 1 and the bottom of the USB flip cover 2.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a USB logo and an arrow are provided on the outer surface of the USB flip cover at a position corresponding to the flip cover buckle.

[0033] This utility model can provide a USB protection structure with IP54 level protection. The advantage of this structure is that it does not rely entirely on the snap-locking of the USB flip cover 2 and is easy to install.

[0034] To achieve the above objectives, the USB protective structure of this utility model is designed as follows: a panel groove 1 is provided on the panel, the USB flip cover 2 and the base 3 are connected together by a pivot 4, and then screws are used to lock the USB flip cover 2 and the base 3 into the panel groove 1, so that the USB flip cover 2 is completely embedded in the panel groove 1 and its outer surface is coplanar with the panel. Figure 2 As shown.

[0035] like Figure 2 As shown, the USB flip cover 2 has a USB logo and an arrow on the same side as the panel, which makes it easy for operators to quickly identify the operating position.

[0036] like Figures 4-7 As shown, near the pivot 4 of the base 3, there is a positioning protrusion 5 on both sides. There are two positioning grooves on each side of the USB flip cover 2. When the USB flip cover 2 is opened, the positioning protrusion 5 on the base 3 is engaged in the second positioning groove 7, and the USB flip cover 2 is suspended. When the USB flip cover 2 is closed downwards, the two sides of the USB are positioned and squeezed, causing deformation and outward expansion. When the USB flip cover 2 is flipped to the closed state, the positioning protrusion 5 is engaged in the first positioning groove 6, realizing the closure of the USB flip cover 2.

[0037] After the USB flip cover is closed, there is a large gap between the panel groove 1 and the USB flip cover 2, which increases the contact area between the fingers and the USB flip cover 2 when manually opening the USB flip cover 2, making the operation easier and more convenient.

[0038] When the USB flip cover 2 is opened to the hovering position, it does not obstruct the operator's line of sight, making it easy for the operator to quickly identify the location of the USB interface and use it.

[0039] Even after the USB flip cover 2 latch fails, it can still hang down naturally by gravity, thus protecting the USB interface.

[0040] In specific embodiments of this utility model, such as Figures 2-3 As shown, the front panel of the display designed in this embodiment has a panel recess 1 in its non-display area, and a USB interface is provided at the bottom of the panel recess 1. In addition, such as Figure 2 As shown, a USB flip cover 2 is installed on the panel recess 1 to close the panel recess 1, thereby covering the USB interface. One end of the USB flip cover 2 is fixed to the bottom of the panel recess 1 by screws via a base 3, so that the USB flip cover 2 can rotate around the pivot 4 of the base 3 at that end, thereby rotating to... Figure 2 The closed position and Figure 3 The location to open.

[0041] like Figures 6-7As shown, when the USB flip cover 2 is opened to the angle shown in the figure, the second positioning groove 7 of the USB flip cover 2 engages with the positioning protrusion 5 of the base 3 of the USB flip cover 2, as shown in the figure. Figure 7 As shown, the positioning boss 5 is inserted into the second positioning groove 7 to achieve the suspension of the USB flip cover 2.

[0042] like Figures 8-9 As shown, when the USB flip cover 2 is closed, the operator presses the USB flip cover 2 to deform it, and then the positioning protrusion 5 is engaged with the first positioning groove 6, so that the waterproof foam 8 presses the USB interface to protect the USB interface.

[0043] Reference Figure 2 On the outer surface of the USB flip cover 2, there are markings indicating the positions of the corresponding USB flip cover 2 latches, which instruct the operator to push the latches at these positions.

[0044] In the above embodiments, a display panel was used as an example for explanation. However, this invention can also be used for USB interface protection structures of other panels.

[0045] The locking mechanism of this invention is effective both when the flip cover is opened and closed. The locking structure is located on the side wall of the flip cover's pivot, using a positioning boss to achieve the opening and closing positioning of the flip cover.

[0046] For the specific implementation scheme of this embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0047] It is understood that the same or similar parts in the above embodiments can be referred to each other, and the contents not described in detail in some embodiments can be referred to the same or similar contents in other embodiments.

[0048] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means at least two.

[0049] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0050] This invention utilizes a device based on a positioning boss to protect the USB port on the front panel. After the USB flip cover is opened, it remains suspended, preventing accidental touch by the operator's fingers and improving work efficiency. Even after prolonged use and wear and tear on the latching structure, the USB flip cover can still close the front panel recess under gravity, protecting the USB port. Replacing the USB flip cover and its base requires only removing one screw, making maintenance very convenient.

[0051] In this specification, the present invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments thereof. However, it will be apparent that various modifications and variations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the specification and drawings should be considered illustrative rather than restrictive.

Claims

1. A device for protecting a panel USB interface based on a positioning boss, characterized in that, The device includes a panel recess, a USB flip cover, and a base. The panel recess is disposed on the panel. The USB flip cover is connected to the base via a pivot. The USB flip cover is mounted on the panel recess. One end of the USB flip cover is fixed to the bottom of the panel recess by screws through the base, allowing the USB flip cover to rotate around the pivot of the base to a closed position and an open position. When the USB flip cover is in the closed position, it is completely embedded in the panel recess. The outer surface of the USB flip cover is coplanar with the panel. A USB interface is provided at the bottom of the panel recess. The device further includes a rotating shaft and a positioning boss. The two rotating shafts are disposed on two sides of the base, and the positioning boss is disposed on each side of the base.

2. The device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss according to claim 1, characterized in that, The device further includes a first positioning groove and a second positioning groove, both of which are disposed on two sides of the end of the USB flip cover.

3. The device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the USB flip cover is in the open position, the positioning boss engages with the second positioning groove, the positioning boss is inserted into the second positioning groove, and the USB flip cover is in a suspended state.

4. The device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the USB flip cover is in the closed position, the positioning boss engages with the first positioning groove.

5. The device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss according to claim 1, characterized in that, The back of the USB flip cover is provided with waterproof foam, and when the USB flip cover is in the closed position, the waterproof foam presses against the USB interface.

6. The device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the USB flip cover is in the closed position, there is a gap between the panel groove and the bottom of the USB flip cover.

7. The device for protecting the USB interface on a panel based on a positioning boss according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer surface of the USB flip cover has a USB logo and an arrow at the position corresponding to the flip cover latch.

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