Folding structure and gimbal camera

Abstract

The utility model belongs to photographic camera equipment technical field discloses a folding structure and cloud platform camera. The folding structure includes first casing, second casing and hinge assembly, the first rotation part in hinge assembly is connected in first casing, the second rotation part is connected in second casing, the first rotation part rotation is connected in the second rotation part, can realize the rotation between first casing and second casing to make both foldable. Among them, the first rotation part can be received in the containing groove, so that the appearance of the first casing is more complete, has no splicing gap, and the appearance is high, and the situation that dust and other impurities enter the first casing is improved, the cleanliness is improved, the damage to each structure in the first casing is avoided, thereby the service life of the folding structure is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photographic and video equipment technology, and in particular to a folding structure and a gimbal camera. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, among photography and video equipment, gimbal cameras are attracting much attention due to their stability, flexible shooting capabilities, portability, and wide range of applications.

[0003] Existing gimbal cameras are typically secured using three methods: clamps, a combination of brackets and hinges, and magnetic attachment. Currently, the use of magnetic brackets with a bottom cover has limited applications; it's generally only suitable for flat surfaces, attachment to magnetic objects, or use in conjunction with screws and a tripod. Clamp-based fixation can be problematic if the clamping force is insufficient, potentially causing the camera to loosen during gimbal movement, affecting shooting stability. Furthermore, the clamp structure increases the overall weight of the device, placing higher demands on the gimbal's load-bearing capacity. While a bracket and hinge combination with a bottom cover allows for camera angle adjustment and can be used with electronic screens, the hinge installation requires space. Typically, the hinge is exposed for installation, resulting in gaps or exposed areas after installation, affecting aesthetics and allowing dust to accumulate, potentially shortening the lifespan of the internal structure.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a folding structure and a gimbal camera to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] One objective of this invention is to provide a folding structure that can be connected to the bottom cover via a hinge assembly, facilitating the installation and use of a gimbal camera. It also allows for the storage of the portion connected to the first housing, eliminating gaps, improving aesthetics, enhancing cleanliness, and extending service life.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] The folding structure includes a first housing, a second housing, and a hinge assembly. The hinge assembly includes a first rotating part and a second rotating part, which are rotatably connected. The first housing is provided with a receiving groove, in which the first rotating part is housed, and the second rotating part is fixedly connected to the second housing.

[0008] Optionally, the receiving groove is provided with a clearance hole on the first sidewall along the first direction, and a connecting wall extends inward from the top of the first sidewall of the receiving groove to form a mounting groove.

[0009] The first rotating part is rotatably connected to both sides of the second rotating part along the second direction, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction. The fixed end of the second rotating part can be connected to the second housing. The connecting end of the second rotating part is disposed in the clearance hole. The first rotating part can be slidably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove, so that the connecting end of the first rotating part extends into the mounting groove and is rotatably connected to the connecting end of the second rotating part. The fixed end of the first rotating part is detachably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove.

[0010] Optionally, the first rotating part is provided with a sliding flange, and the bottom of the receiving groove is provided with a sliding groove extending along the first direction, and the sliding flange is slidably connected to the sliding groove.

[0011] Optionally, the fixed end of the first rotating part is provided with a first fixing part, which is used to be detachably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove; the connecting end of the first rotating part is provided with a connecting shaft, which is rotatably connected to the connecting end of the second rotating part.

[0012] Optionally, the fixed end of the second rotating part is provided with a second fixing part, which can be connected to the second housing, and the connecting end of the second rotating part is provided with a hollow rotating shaft, which is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft of the first rotating part at both ends along the second direction.

[0013] Optionally, the outer periphery of the connecting shaft is provided with a first limiting portion, and the outer periphery of both ends of the hollow rotating shaft along the second direction is provided with a second limiting portion, and the first limiting portion can abut against the second limiting portion.

[0014] Optionally, the folding structure further includes a first cover plate and a second cover plate. The first cover plate is disposed at the opening of the receiving groove, and one end of the first cover plate abuts against the connecting wall. The second cover plate is disposed at the location where the hinge assembly is not provided in the clearance hole.

[0015] Optionally, the second cover plate is provided with a connecting part and a filling part. The connecting part is disposed in the receiving groove and fixedly connected to the bottom of the receiving groove. The filling part fills the space in the clearance hole where the hinge assembly is not provided.

[0016] Optionally, the folding structure further includes a connector disposed in the receiving groove, with both ends of the connector passing through the first cover plate and the bottom of the receiving groove, respectively. The connector is used to connect with an external connecting frame.

[0017] Optionally, it further includes a first silicone pad and a second silicone pad, wherein the first silicone pad is disposed on the side of the first cover plate away from the first housing along a third direction and covers the connecting wall; the second silicone pad is disposed on the side of the first housing away from the first cover plate along a third direction, wherein the first direction, the second direction and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0018] Optionally, the end of the second housing that is fixed to the second rotating part is provided with a J-shaped hinge fixing part, which is used to wrap the second rotating part.

[0019] Another objective of this invention is to provide a gimbal camera that is easy to install and use, has no splicing gaps, is aesthetically pleasing, easy to clean, and has an extended service life.

[0020] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0021] The gimbal camera includes the aforementioned folding structure, and the aforementioned second housing is fixed to the bottom of the gimbal camera housing as the bottom cover of the gimbal camera.

[0022] Optionally, a first suspension body is provided below the front end of the aforementioned gimbal camera housing; or a first suspension body is provided below the front end of the aforementioned second housing.

[0023] Optionally, a third silicone pad is also included, which is disposed below the second housing and on the side of the first suspension body facing the rear end of the second housing.

[0024] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0025] This utility model provides a folding structure and a gimbal camera, including a first housing, a second housing, and a hinge assembly. A first rotating part of the hinge assembly is connected to the first housing, and a second rotating part is connected to the second housing. The first rotating part is rotatably connected to the second rotating part, enabling rotation between the first and second housings to allow them to be folded. The first rotating part can be housed in a receiving slot, resulting in a more complete appearance of the first housing, with no seams and a high aesthetic appeal. Furthermore, it reduces the entry of dust and other impurities into the first housing, improving cleanliness and preventing damage to the internal structures, thereby extending the service life of the folding structure. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is an isometric view of the folding structure provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the folding structure provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0028] Figure 3 This is an isometric view of the hinge assembly provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a top view of the folding structure with the first cover plate hidden, provided in a specific embodiment of the present utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a bottom view of the folding structure provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model.

[0031] In the picture:

[0032] 10. First housing; 101. Receiving groove; 1011. Clearance hole; 1012. Mounting groove; 1013. Sliding groove; 11. Connecting wall;

[0033] 20. First cover plate;

[0034] 30. Hinge assembly; 31. Second rotating part; 311. Second fixing part; 312. Hollow pivot; 313. Second limiting part; 32. First rotating part; 321. Sliding flange; 322. First fixing part; 323. Connecting shaft; 324. First limiting part;

[0035] 40. Second cover plate; 41. Connecting part; 42. Filling part;

[0036] 50. Connectors;

[0037] 60. First silicone pad; 70. Second silicone pad;

[0038] 200. Second housing; 210. J-type hinge fixing part. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, not the entire structure.

[0040] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," "fixed," and "abutting" 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 utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0042] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," and "left," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0043] The following reference Figures 1 to 5 This invention introduces the folding structure and gimbal camera provided by this utility model.

[0044] It should be noted that the first direction in this embodiment is Figure 1 The X direction in the middle, the second direction is Figure 1 In the Y direction, the third direction is Figure 1 In the equation, the Z direction, X direction, Y direction, and Z direction are all perpendicular to each other.

[0045] This embodiment provides a folding structure that can be connected to the bottom cover via a hinge, facilitating the installation and use of the gimbal camera. It also features no splicing gaps, high aesthetics, excellent cleanability, and improved service life.

[0046] In this embodiment, the folding structure is applied to a gimbal camera. Of course, in other embodiments, the folding structure can also be applied to structures that need to be folded or stored, and no specific limitation is made here.

[0047] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 Specifically, the folding structure includes a first housing 10, a second housing 200, and a hinge assembly 30. The hinge assembly 30 includes a first rotating part 32 and a second rotating part 31, which are rotatably connected. The first housing 10 is provided with a receiving groove 101, in which the first rotating part 32 is housed, and the second rotating part 31 is fixedly connected to the second housing 200.

[0048] The folding structure in this embodiment includes a first housing 10, a second housing 200, and a hinge assembly 30. A first rotating part 32 of the hinge assembly 30 is connected to the first housing 10, and a second rotating part 31 is connected to the second housing 200. The first rotating part 32 is rotatably connected to the second rotating part 31, enabling rotation between the first housing 10 and the second housing 200, allowing them to be folded. The first rotating part 32 can be housed in the receiving groove 101, resulting in a more complete appearance of the first housing 10, with no seams and a high aesthetic appeal. Furthermore, it reduces the entry of dust and other impurities into the first housing 10, improving cleanliness and preventing damage to the internal structures of the first housing 10, thereby extending the service life of the folding structure.

[0049] Specifically, the receiving groove 101 has a clearance hole 1011 on its first sidewall along the first direction to facilitate the installation of the first rotating part 32, and the top of the first sidewall of the receiving groove 101 extends inward to form a connecting wall 11 to form an installation groove 1012; the first rotating part 32 is rotatably connected to the two sides of the second rotating part 31 along the second direction, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction, the fixed end of the second rotating part 31 can be connected to the second housing 200, the connecting end of the second rotating part 31 is disposed in the clearance hole 1011, the first rotating part 32 can be slidably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove 101 so that the connecting end of the first rotating part 32 extends into the installation groove 1012 and is rotatably connected to the connecting end of the second rotating part 31, and the fixed end of the first rotating part 32 is detachably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove 101. With the above configuration, the first rotating part 32 can be installed in the receiving groove 101 through the clearance hole 1011. By sliding the first rotating part 32 on the bottom of the receiving groove 101, the connecting end of the first rotating part 32 can be installed in the mounting groove 1012. This not only enables the first rotating part 32 and the second rotating part 31 to cooperate and connect, but also allows the first rotating part 32 to be stored and installed in the receiving groove 101. Furthermore, the connecting wall 11 blocks the corners of the folded structure, preserving the integrity of the edges and corners, avoiding splicing gaps, improving aesthetics, and reducing the entry of dust and other impurities into the receiving groove 101, thus improving cleanliness.

[0050] Please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 Optionally, the first rotating part 32 is provided with a sliding flange 321, and the bottom of the receiving groove 101 is provided with a sliding groove 1013 extending in the first direction. The sliding flange 321 is slidably connected in the sliding groove 1013, so as to realize the sliding connection between the first rotating part 32 and the bottom of the receiving groove 101, so as to facilitate the installation of the first rotating part 32 in place, so that the installation of the connecting wall 11 to the hinge assembly 30 does not interfere with the installation, and the integrity of the corners of the folding structure is preserved.

[0051] Furthermore, the fixed end of the first rotating part 32 is provided with a first fixing part 322, which is used for detachable connection with the bottom of the receiving groove 101; the connecting end of the first rotating part 32 is provided with a connecting shaft 323, which is rotatably connected to the connecting end of the second rotating part 31. During installation, after the first rotating part 32 is slid to the installation position by sliding the sliding flange 321, the connecting shaft 323 is inserted into the installation groove 1012, and then the first fixing part 322 and the bottom of the receiving groove 101 are fixedly connected to each other, thereby fixing the first rotating part 32.

[0052] Optionally, the first fixing part 322 and the bottom of the receiving groove 101 can be fixedly connected by fasteners such as bolts and screws to achieve a detachable connection between the two.

[0053] Furthermore, the fixed end of the second rotating part 31 is provided with a second fixing part 311, which can be connected to the second housing 200. The connecting end of the second rotating part 31 is provided with a hollow rotating shaft 312, and the two ends of the hollow rotating shaft 312 along the second direction are respectively rotatably connected to the connecting shaft 323 of the first rotating part 32. Before the hinge assembly 30 is installed, the connecting shaft 323 of the first rotating part 32 is first inserted into the hollow rotating shaft 312 to realize the rotational connection between the two. Then, the two first rotating parts 32 are slid into place by sliding. At this time, the hollow rotating shaft 312 is located at the clearance hole 1011. Then, the second rotating part 31 is fixedly connected to the second housing 200, thus completing the installation of the hinge assembly 30 and realizing the rotational connection between the first housing 10 and the second housing 200.

[0054] To limit rotation between the first housing 10 and the second housing 200, a first limiting portion 324 is provided on the outer periphery of the connecting shaft 323, and a second limiting portion 313 is provided on the outer periphery of both ends of the hollow rotating shaft 312 along the second direction. The first limiting portion 324 can abut against the second limiting portion 313. In use, relative rotation occurs between the connecting shaft 323 and the hollow rotating shaft 312 until the first limiting portion 324 and the second limiting portion 313 abut against each other, thereby limiting rotation between the first housing 10 and the second housing 200.

[0055] Furthermore, the folding structure also includes a first cover plate 20 and a second cover plate 40. The first cover plate 20 is installed at the opening of the receiving groove 101, and one end of the first cover plate 20 abuts against the connecting wall 11. The second cover plate 40 is installed at the location where the hinge assembly 30 is not provided in the clearance hole 1011, so as to cover and seal the exposed part of the first housing 10. The first cover plate 20 abuts against the connecting wall 11, and the second cover plate 40 covers the location where the hinge assembly 30 is not provided in the clearance hole 1011, thus completely covering the exposed part of the first housing 10, forming a sealed and complete appearance, and reducing the problem of foreign objects entering due to the appearance of large gaps.

[0056] Optionally, the first cover plate 20 and the first housing 10 can be fixedly connected by fasteners such as bolts and screws, so that the two can be detachably connected.

[0057] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 Specifically, the second cover plate 40 is provided with a connecting part 41 and a filling part 42. The connecting part 41 is disposed in the receiving groove 101 and is fixedly connected to the bottom of the receiving groove 101. The filling part 42 fills the space in the clearance hole 1011 where the hinge assembly 30 is not installed. This allows the other unused spaces in the clearance hole 1011 to be installed after the hinge assembly 30 is installed. This makes the appearance of the folding structure more complete and reduces the problem of foreign objects entering due to the appearance of large gaps.

[0058] Optionally, the connecting part 41 and the bottom of the receiving groove 101 can be connected by fasteners such as bolts and screws to achieve a detachable connection between the two.

[0059] In this embodiment, the folding structure further includes a connector 50, which is disposed within the receiving groove 101. Both ends of the connector 50 pass through the first cover plate 20 and the bottom of the receiving groove 101, respectively. The connector 50 is used to connect with an external connecting frame. Specifically, the connector 50 has a connecting through hole for connecting with an external connecting frame, such as a triangular bracket.

[0060] Please refer to Figure 1 Furthermore, the folding structure also includes a first silicone pad 60 and a second silicone pad 70. The first silicone pad 60 is disposed on the side of the first cover plate 20 away from the first housing 10 along a third direction and covers the connecting wall 11. The second silicone pad 70 is disposed on the side of the first housing 10 away from the first cover plate 20 along a third direction, with the first direction, the second direction, and the third direction being perpendicular to each other. This arrangement not only provides the folding structure with anti-slip properties when in contact with the outside, but also covers the connection gap between the first cover plate 20 and the first housing 10, as well as the various connection holes and connection structures at the bottom of the first housing 10, thereby making the appearance of the folding structure more complete and aesthetically pleasing.

[0061] Furthermore, the second housing 200 is provided with a J-type hinge fixing part 210 at one end where it is fixed to the second rotating part 31. The J-type hinge fixing part 210 is used to wrap the second rotating part 31, thereby realizing the fixed connection between the fixed end of the second rotating part 31 and the second housing 200, and thus realizing the hinge connection between the second housing 200 and the first housing 10.

[0062] Optionally, the second housing 200 and the second rotating part 31 can be detachably connected or integrally formed to achieve a fixed connection between the two. For example, in this embodiment, the second housing 200 and the second rotating part 31 are detachably connected. Specifically, the J-type hinge fixing part 210 and the fixing end of the second rotating part 31 can be fixedly connected by riveting, bolting, or other connection methods, which are not specifically limited here.

[0063] This embodiment also provides a gimbal camera, which includes the folding structure described in any of the above solutions. The second housing 200 is fixed to the bottom of the gimbal camera housing as the bottom cover of the gimbal camera, so that the gimbal camera can be folded and stored, and can be installed and connected to external devices, and has a high aesthetic appeal.

[0064] Specifically, a first suspension body is provided at the lower front end of the gimbal camera housing; or a first suspension body is provided at the lower front end of the second housing 200. The first suspension body cooperates with the folding structure to realize the installation and connection of the gimbal camera with external equipment.

[0065] Optionally, the gimbal camera also includes a third silicone pad, which is disposed below the second housing 200 and on the side of the first suspension body facing the rear end of the second housing 200. This arrangement allows the bottom cover of the gimbal camera and the first suspension body to be protected by the third silicone pad when mounted with external devices.

[0066] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments," "other embodiments," 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.

[0067] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art can make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the protection scope of this utility model. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A folding structure, characterized in that, The device includes a first housing (10), a second housing (200), and a hinge assembly (30). The hinge assembly (30) includes a first rotating part (32) and a second rotating part (31). The first rotating part (32) and the second rotating part (31) are rotatably connected. The first housing (10) is provided with a receiving groove (101). The first rotating part (32) is housed in the receiving groove (101). The second rotating part (31) is fixedly connected to the second housing (200).

2. The folding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The receiving groove (101) has a clearance hole (1011) on its first sidewall along the first direction, and a connecting wall (11) extends inward from the top of the first sidewall of the receiving groove (101) to form a mounting groove (1012). The first rotating part (32) is rotatably connected to both sides of the second rotating part (31) along the second direction, the second direction being perpendicular to the first direction. The fixed end of the second rotating part (31) can be connected to the second housing (200). The connecting end of the second rotating part (31) is disposed in the clearance hole (1011). The first rotating part (32) can be slidably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove (101) so that the connecting end of the first rotating part (32) extends into the mounting groove (1012) and is rotatably connected to the connecting end of the second rotating part (31). The fixed end of the first rotating part (32) is detachably connected to the bottom of the receiving groove (101).

3. The folding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first rotating part (32) is provided with a sliding flange (321), and the bottom of the receiving groove (101) is provided with a sliding groove (1013) extending along the first direction. The sliding flange (321) is slidably connected to the sliding groove (1013).

4. The folding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first rotating part (32) has a first fixing part (322) at its fixed end, which is used to detachably connect with the bottom of the receiving groove (101); the first rotating part (32) has a connecting shaft (323) at its connecting end, which is rotatably connected to the connecting end of the second rotating part (31).

5. The folding structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The second rotating part (31) has a second fixing part (311) at its fixed end. The second fixing part (311) can be connected to the second housing (200). The connecting end of the second rotating part (31) has a hollow rotating shaft (312). The hollow rotating shaft (312) is rotatably connected to the connecting shaft (323) of the first rotating part (32) at both ends along the second direction.

6. The folding structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The outer periphery of the connecting shaft (323) is provided with a first limiting part (324), and the outer periphery of both ends of the hollow rotating shaft (312) along the second direction is provided with a second limiting part (313). The first limiting part (324) can abut against the second limiting part (313).

7. The folding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The folding structure further includes a first cover plate (20) and a second cover plate (40). The first cover plate (20) is placed over the opening of the receiving groove (101), and one end of the first cover plate (20) abuts against the connecting wall (11). The second cover plate (40) is placed over the position where the hinge assembly (30) is not provided in the clearance hole (1011).

8. The folding structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The second cover plate (40) is provided with a connecting part (41) and a filling part (42). The connecting part (41) is disposed in the receiving groove (101) and fixedly connected to the bottom of the receiving groove (101). The filling part (42) fills the space in the clearance hole (1011) where the hinge assembly (30) is not provided.

9. The folding structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The folding structure also includes a connector (50), which is disposed in the receiving groove (101), and the two ends of the connector (50) are respectively inserted through the first cover plate (20) and the bottom of the receiving groove (101). The connector (50) is used to cooperate with the external connecting frame.

10. The folding structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, It also includes a first silicone pad (60) and a second silicone pad (70). The first silicone pad (60) is disposed on the side of the first cover plate (20) away from the first housing (10) along a third direction and covers the connecting wall (11). The second silicone pad (70) is disposed on the side of the first housing (10) away from the first cover plate (20) along a third direction. The first direction, the second direction and the third direction are perpendicular to each other.

11. The folding structure according to any one of claims 1-10, characterized in that, The second housing (200) is fixed to the second rotating part (31) at one end and is provided with a J-type hinge fixing part (210), which is used to wrap the second rotating part (31).

12. A gimbal camera, characterized in that, Includes the folding structure as described in any one of claims 1-11, wherein the second housing (200) is fixed to the bottom of the gimbal camera housing as the bottom cover of the gimbal camera.

13. The gimbal camera according to claim 12, characterized in that, A first suspension body is provided below the front end of the gimbal camera housing; or a first suspension body is provided below the front end of the second housing (200).

14. The gimbal camera according to claim 13, characterized in that, It also includes a third silicone pad, which is disposed below the second housing (200) and on the side of the first suspension body facing the rear end of the second housing (200).

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