An external module and head-mounted device

Abstract

The application discloses an external module and a head-mounted device. The external module comprises a shell and a connecting assembly. The shell has a containing space inside. The connecting assembly is arranged outside the containing space and detachably connected with the shell. The connecting assembly is configured to be connectable with a device body of the head-mounted device. The connecting assembly comprises a connecting piece and a first magnetic attraction piece. The first magnetic attraction piece is arranged on the connecting piece. The shell is provided with a magnetic attraction part on an inner side facing the containing space. When the connecting assembly is connected with the shell, the first magnetic attraction piece and the magnetic attraction part are attracted to each other.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic product technology, and more specifically, to an external module and a head-mounted device. Background Technology

[0002] Smart glasses, also known as smart glasses, are glasses that, like smartphones, have their own operating system. They allow users to install software, games, and other programs provided by service providers. They can be controlled by voice or gestures to add schedules, navigate maps, interact with friends, take photos and videos, and make video calls. They can also access wireless networks via mobile communication networks.

[0003] Smart glasses, as an innovative product integrating multiple advanced technologies, have gained increasing popularity in recent years. Currently, most smart glasses on the market adopt a highly integrated design concept, directly integrating key components such as speakers, microphones, and power supplies onto the eyeglass frame. However, this integrated design has gradually revealed a series of insurmountable problems in practical applications. For example, due to the extremely limited size and space of the eyeglass frame, the integrated speakers, microphones, and other audio devices often fail to achieve ideal sound quality. Furthermore, the limited space within the eyeglass frame prevents the installation of large-capacity batteries, directly resulting in short battery life. In addition, the integrated design makes upgrading and maintaining smart glasses exceptionally difficult.

[0004] Therefore, a new technical solution is needed to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] One objective of this application is to provide a new technical solution for an external module and a head-mounted device.

[0006] According to a first aspect of this application, an external module is provided, the external module comprising: An outer casing, wherein the outer casing has a receiving space; A connection component, disposed outside the receiving space and detachably connected to the housing, is configured to connect with the device body of the head-mounted device; The connecting assembly includes a connector and a first magnetic attractor. The first magnetic attractor is disposed on the connector. The housing has a magnetic attractor portion on the inner side facing the receiving space. When the connecting assembly is connected to the housing, the first magnetic attractor and the magnetic attractor portion attract each other.

[0007] Optionally, the connector includes a first connecting piece and a second connecting piece, the second connecting piece being bent and connected to the edge of the first connecting piece so that a hook for the device body of the card-attach device is formed between the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece; the first magnetic element is disposed in the middle of the first connecting piece.

[0008] Optionally, two second connecting pieces are provided, with the two second connecting pieces located on opposite sides of the first connecting piece.

[0009] Optionally, the first connecting piece and the second connecting piece are integrally formed structures.

[0010] Optionally, the first connecting piece is provided with a first positioning groove, and the first magnetic member is embedded in the first positioning groove.

[0011] Optionally, the first positioning groove is located on the side of the first connecting piece opposite to the outer casing.

[0012] Optionally, a positioning protrusion is provided on the outer side of the outer shell opposite to the receiving space, and a second positioning groove is provided on the positioning protrusion, with the side of the first connecting piece facing the outer shell disposed in the second positioning groove.

[0013] Optionally, the position of the magnetic suction part corresponds to the position of the positioning protrusion, and a third positioning groove is provided in the magnetic suction part. A second magnetic suction member is embedded in the third positioning groove. When the connecting assembly is connected to the outer shell, the first magnetic suction member and the second magnetic suction member are matched and attracted to each other.

[0014] Optionally, a power supply assembly is provided within the receiving space; a charging contact is provided on the magnetic suction part, one end of the charging contact is connected to the power supply assembly, and the other end of the charging contact is exposed outside the receiving space.

[0015] According to a second aspect of this application, a head-mounted device is provided, the head-mounted device including an external module as described in the first aspect.

[0016] The external module provided in this application embodiment can exist independently of the head-mounted device body, decoupling the devices contained in the external module from the head-mounted device body. It is only connected to the head-mounted device body when the function of the external module is needed, thereby solving the limitation problem brought about by the high integration of traditional smart head-mounted devices.

[0017] Other features and advantages of this application will become clear from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments of the present application and, together with their description, serve to explain the principles of the present application.

[0019] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the overall structure of the external module according to an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of the connecting component in the external module of this application embodiment; Figure 3 The diagram shown is a partial structural illustration of the external module in an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 ; Figure 4 The diagram shown is a partial structural illustration of the external module in an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 ; Figure 5 The diagram shown is a structural schematic of a head-mounted device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. External module; 10. Housing; 100. Second positioning groove; 102. Magnetic suction part; 103. Positioning protrusion; 104. Third positioning groove; 105. Second magnetic suction element; 11. Connecting assembly; 111. Connector; 1111. First connecting piece; 1112. Second connecting piece; 1110. First positioning groove; 112. First magnetic suction element; 12. Charging contact; 2. Equipment body. Detailed Implementation

[0021] Various exemplary embodiments of the present application will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the present application.

[0022] The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the scope of this application and its application or use.

[0023] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and equipment should be considered part of the specification.

[0024] In all the examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values.

[0025] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be discussed further in subsequent figures.

[0026] Reference Figures 1-4 As shown, according to one embodiment of this application, an external module 1 is provided. The external module 1 is applied to a head-mounted device. The external module 1 includes a housing 10 and a connecting component 11. The housing 10 has a receiving space inside. The connecting component 11 is disposed outside the receiving space and is detachably connected to the housing 10. The connecting component 11 is configured to form a connection with the device body of the head-mounted device. The connecting assembly 11 includes a connector 111 and a first magnetic attractor 112. The first magnetic attractor 112 is disposed on the connector 111. The outer shell 10 is provided with a magnetic attractor 102 on the inner side facing the accommodating space. When the connecting assembly 11 is connected to the outer shell 10, the first magnetic attractor 112 and the magnetic attractor 102 attract each other.

[0027] In the external module 1 provided in this embodiment, the housing 10 has a receiving space, within which devices such as speakers and microphones required for the head-mounted device can be installed. The connecting component 11 enables the connection between the external module 1 and the head-mounted device body; this allows the external module 1 to exist independently of the head-mounted device body, decoupling the devices contained in the external module 1 from the head-mounted device body. The external module 1 is only connected to the head-mounted device body when its function is needed, thus solving the limitations caused by the high integration of traditional smart head-mounted devices. For example, it avoids the problems of poor audio quality and small battery capacity caused by limited space in the device body, because the external module can accommodate larger, higher-performance devices.

[0028] Meanwhile, the detachable connection between the connecting component 11 and the outer shell 10 facilitates the upgrading and maintenance of external modules. Specifically, when the connecting component 11 is connected to the device body of the head-mounted device, if it is necessary to upgrade or repair the external module, it is only necessary to remove the outer shell 10 from the connecting component 11 without performing any operation on the connecting component 11 and the device body of the head-mounted device, thereby avoiding any impact on the device body of the head-mounted device.

[0029] Furthermore, the connection and disassembly between the outer casing 10 and the connecting assembly 11 are both very simple and convenient. Specifically, the connection between the two is achieved by attracting the first magnetic member 112 of the connecting assembly 11 to the magnetic part 102 of the outer casing 10. During disassembly, the outer casing 10 can be easily removed from the connecting assembly 11 by simply using external force to separate the first magnetic member 112 and the magnetic part 102. The convenient and reliable magnetic connection makes the installation and disassembly of this external module very quick, simple, and does not require precise alignment, resulting in a better user experience. The magnetic connection also provides sufficient holding force to ensure that it will not accidentally fall off during normal use.

[0030] In addition, the external module can also be used independently; for example, it can be designed to be clipped to a collar, hung on the chest, or worn in other ways; or it can be placed directly on a table for use; thus providing users with a variety of options and improving the user experience.

[0031] Reference Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the connector 111 includes a first connecting piece 1111 and a second connecting piece 1112, the second connecting piece 1112 being bent and connected to the edge of the first connecting piece 1111, so that a hook for the device body of the card-attach device is formed between the first connecting piece 1111 and the second connecting piece 1112; the first magnetic member 112 is disposed in the middle of the first connecting piece 1111.

[0032] In this specific example, the connector 111 adopts a hook structure formed by bending and connecting the first connecting piece 1111 and the second connecting piece 1112, which can securely attach the device body of the device. Furthermore, the first magnetic attractant 112 is placed in the middle of the first connecting piece 1111, so that when the connecting component 11 is connected to the outer shell 10, the magnetic attraction force can be evenly distributed, further enhancing the stability of the connection and preventing the external module 1 from loosening or falling off during use.

[0033] The external module 1 is connected to the main body of the head-mounted device using the aforementioned hook, which not only ensures a secure connection but also facilitates easy disassembly. When it is necessary to remove the external module 1 from the main body of the device, the user can choose to remove the outer shell 10 together with the connecting component 11; or separate the outer shell 10 from the connecting component 11, removing only the outer shell 10 while leaving the connecting component 11 on the main body of the device.

[0034] Reference Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, two second connecting pieces 1112 are provided, and the two second connecting pieces 1112 are respectively located on both sides of the first connecting piece 1111.

[0035] In this specific example, two second connecting pieces 1112 are positioned on either side of the first connecting piece 1111, forming a symmetrical hook structure. This allows for a more even distribution of the clamping force, resulting in a more balanced and stable connection between the external module 1 and the head-mounted device body. This effectively prevents the external module from swaying or twisting around the connection point, thus maintaining a good connection and improving reliability. Furthermore, the symmetrical force distribution on both sides ensures that the weight of the external module is more evenly distributed across the head-mounted device.

[0036] Reference Figure 2As shown, in one embodiment, the first connecting piece 1111 and the second connecting piece 1112 are integrally formed structures.

[0037] In this specific example, the first connecting piece 1111 and the second connecting piece 1112 adopt an integral molding structure, which has high strength and stability. The integral molding avoids the loosening or gap problems that may exist at the connection, reducing the risk of the external module separating from the device body of the head-mounted device due to the loose connection. At the same time, it simplifies the production process of the connector 111 and improves production efficiency and product quality.

[0038] Reference Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the first connecting piece 1111 is provided with a first positioning groove 1110, and the first magnetic suction member 112 is embedded in the first positioning groove 1110.

[0039] In this specific example, a first positioning groove 1110 is provided on the first connecting piece 1111, and the first magnetic member 112 is embedded therein; the first positioning groove 1110 can accurately position the position of the first magnetic member 112, ensuring the installation accuracy of the first magnetic member 112 on the connecting piece 111; this not only helps the first magnetic member 112 to accurately engage with the magnetic part 102 provided on the inner side of the housing 10, improving the stability of the connection, but also prevents the first magnetic member 112 from shifting during use, ensuring the reliability of the connection between the connecting assembly 11 and the housing 10.

[0040] Reference Figures 1-2 As shown, in one embodiment, the first positioning groove 1110 is located on the side of the first connecting piece 1111 opposite to the housing 10.

[0041] In this specific example, the first positioning groove 1110 is disposed on the side of the first connecting piece 1111 facing away from the outer shell 10. For example, the first positioning groove 1110 is formed by stamping on the side of the first connecting piece 1111 facing away from the outer shell 10. At the same time, a protruding structure is formed on the side of the first connecting piece 1111 facing the outer shell 10 corresponding to the first positioning groove 1110. Thus, after the first magnetic member 112 is installed in the first positioning groove 1110, the first magnetic member 112 can be closer to the magnetic part 102 disposed inside the outer shell 10, thereby improving the reliability and stability of the attraction between the first magnetic member 112 and the magnetic part 102.

[0042] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3As shown, in one embodiment, a positioning protrusion 103 is provided on the outer side of the outer shell 10 away from the receiving space, and a second positioning groove 100 is provided at the positioning protrusion 103. The side of the first connecting piece 1111 facing the outer shell 10 is provided in the second positioning groove 100.

[0043] In this specific example, the outer surface of the housing 10 opposite to the receiving space has an annular positioning protrusion 103, and a second positioning groove 100 is formed on the inner side of the annular positioning protrusion 103. The first connecting piece 1111 is positioned in the second positioning groove 100 on the side facing the housing 10. The positioning protrusion 103 and the second positioning groove 100 play a precise positioning role, enabling the connecting component 11 to be quickly and accurately aligned and installed with the housing 10, improving the efficiency and accuracy of installation. At the same time, the above positioning structure also enhances the connection stability between the connecting component 11 and the housing 10, preventing offset or misalignment during installation.

[0044] Reference Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the position of the magnetic suction part 102 corresponds to the position of the positioning protrusion 103. A third positioning groove 104 is provided in the magnetic suction part 102, and a second magnetic suction member 105 is embedded in the third positioning groove 104. When the connecting assembly 11 is connected to the outer shell 10, the first magnetic suction member 112 and the second magnetic suction member 105 are matched and attracted to each other.

[0045] In this specific example, the magnetic suction part 102 is correspondingly arranged with the positioning protrusion 103. For example, the magnetic suction part 102 is a boss structure protruding towards the receiving space; and a third positioning groove 104 is opened in the magnetic suction part 102, and a second magnetic suction member 105 is embedded in the third positioning groove 104; when the connecting component 11 is connected to the outer shell 10, the first magnetic suction member 112 and the second magnetic suction member 105 are accurately matched and attracted, that is, both of them are magnets, and the attraction force is large, which further improves the stability and reliability of the connection.

[0046] Reference Figures 3-4 As shown, in one embodiment, a power supply assembly is provided within the receiving space; a charging contact 12 is provided on the magnetic suction part 102, one end of the charging contact 12 is connected to the power supply assembly, and the other end of the charging contact 12 is exposed outside the receiving space.

[0047] In this specific example, a charging contact 12 is provided in the magnetic part 102, with one end of the charging contact 12 connected to the power component inside the receiving space, and the other end exposed outside the receiving space. This allows the external module to be easily connected to an external charging device when connected to the head-mounted device body, enabling charging of the power component inside the external module and improving ease of use. Simultaneously, the end of the charging contact 12 exposed outside the receiving space is located within the second positioning groove 100. When the connecting component 11 is connected to the outer shell 10, the charging contact 12 is shielded by the connecting component 11, thus being protected by it.

[0048] According to another embodiment of this application, refer to Figure 5 As shown, a head-mounted device is provided, which includes an external module 1 as described above, and a device body 2, wherein the external module 1 and the device body 2 are detachably connected. For example, this head-mounted device is smart glasses.

[0049] The head-mounted device provided in this application embodiment, by including the aforementioned external module 1, can solve the problems of poor sound quality, short battery life, and difficulty in upgrading and maintenance caused by the highly integrated design of traditional smart glasses, thereby improving the overall performance and user experience of the head-mounted device. Furthermore, users can flexibly choose to use the external module on the head-mounted device or use the external module alone according to their needs, satisfying the diverse needs of different users.

[0050] While specific embodiments of this application have been described in detail by way of examples, those skilled in the art should understand that the above examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can be made to the above embodiments without departing from the scope and spirit of this application. The scope of this application is defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An external module, characterized in that, The external module (1) includes: The outer casing (10) has a receiving space inside; A connection component (11) is disposed outside the receiving space and detachably connected to the housing (10), the connection component (11) being configured to form a connection with the device body of the head-mounted device; The connecting assembly (11) includes a connector (111) and a first magnetic attractor (112). The first magnetic attractor (112) is disposed on the connector (111). The outer shell (10) is provided with a magnetic attractor (102) on the inner side facing the accommodating space. When the connecting assembly (11) is connected to the outer shell (10), the first magnetic attractor (112) and the magnetic attractor (102) attract each other.

2. The external module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connector (111) includes a first connecting piece (1111) and a second connecting piece (1112), the second connecting piece (1112) being bent and connected to the edge of the first connecting piece (1111) so that a hook for the device body of the card-attach device is formed between the first connecting piece (1111) and the second connecting piece (1112); the first magnetic member (112) is disposed in the middle of the first connecting piece (1111).

3. The external module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The number of the second connecting piece (1112) is two, and the two second connecting pieces (1112) are respectively located on both sides of the first connecting piece (1111).

4. The external module according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The first connecting piece (1111) and the second connecting piece (1112) are integrally formed structures.

5. The external module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first connecting piece (1111) is provided with a first positioning groove (1110), and the first magnetic suction member (112) is embedded in the first positioning groove (1110).

6. The external module according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first positioning groove (1110) is located on the side of the first connecting piece (1111) away from the outer shell (10).

7. The external module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The outer side of the outer shell (10) facing away from the accommodating space is provided with a positioning protrusion (103), and a second positioning groove (100) is provided at the positioning protrusion (103). The side of the first connecting piece (1111) facing the outer shell (10) is provided in the second positioning groove (100).

8. The external module according to claim 7, characterized in that, The position of the magnetic suction part (102) corresponds to the position of the positioning protrusion (103). A third positioning groove (104) is provided in the magnetic suction part (102). A second magnetic suction member (105) is embedded in the third positioning groove (104). When the connecting assembly (11) is connected to the outer shell (10), the first magnetic suction member (112) and the second magnetic suction member (105) are matched and attracted to each other.

9. The external module according to claim 1, characterized in that, A power supply assembly is provided within the accommodating space; a charging contact (12) is provided on the magnetic suction part (102), one end of the charging contact (12) is connected to the power supply assembly, and the other end of the charging contact (12) is exposed outside the accommodating space.

10. A head-mounted device, characterized in that, The head-mounted device includes an external module (1) as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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