Connecting mechanism and glasses

Abstract

Disclosed in embodiments of the present disclosure are a connecting mechanism and glasses. The specific implementation is: the connecting mechanism comprises a bracket and a connecting base. The bracket is used for being connected to a first component, the bracket comprises a first extension part and a second extension part, the first extension part is connected to the second extension part, and an included angle is formed between the first extension part and the second extension part. The connecting base is used for being connected to a second component, the connecting base comprises limiting parts arranged oppositely, the bracket is rotatably connected to the connecting base, the second extension part is located between the limiting parts, and the second extension part can rotate around a first axial direction, so that the first component can rotate around the first axial direction relative to the second component.

Description

Connecting mechanism and glasses

[0001] This disclosure claims priority to the Chinese patent application filed with the State Intellectual Property Office on December 29, 2023, with application number CN202311865804.3 and invention name “Connecting Mechanism and Glasses,” the entire contents of which are incorporated by reference into this disclosure. Technical Field

[0002] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of wearable devices, and in particular to a connecting mechanism and glasses. Background Art

[0003] In the related art, the temples of the glasses are hinged to the frames, and the temples can be unfolded outward relative to the frames so that the glasses can be adapted to wearers with different head circumferences. At the same time, the temples of the glasses can apply a clamping force to the wearer's head so that the glasses can be worn securely. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a connecting mechanism and glasses.

[0005] On the one hand, the present disclosure provides a connecting mechanism, including a support and a connecting bracket, the support is used to connect the first component, the support includes a first extension portion and a second extension portion, the first extension portion and the second extension portion are connected to each other, and there is an angle between the first extension portion and the second extension portion, the connecting bracket is used to connect the second component, the connecting bracket includes relatively arranged limiting portions, the support and the connecting bracket are rotatably connected, and the second extension portion is located between the limiting portions, and the second extension portion can rotate around the first axial direction so that the first component can rotate around the first axial direction relative to the second component.

[0006] On the other hand, the present disclosure further provides a pair of glasses, comprising temples, a frame and the above-mentioned connecting mechanism, wherein the first component is the temple and the second component is the frame.

[0007] The technical solution of the present disclosure is further described in detail below through the accompanying drawings and examples. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0008] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of the specification, illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.

[0009] The present disclosure can be more clearly understood from the following detailed description with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0010] FIG1 is a schematic diagram showing a partial structure of a connecting mechanism connecting a frame and temples according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0011] FIG2 shows an exploded view of a partial structure of glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0012] FIG3 shows a schematic structural diagram of a support in a connection mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0013] FIG4 shows a first perspective view of a connection mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0014] FIG5 shows a second perspective view of the connection mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0015] FIG6 shows a third perspective view of the connection mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0016] FIG7 shows a schematic structural diagram of a connection mechanism using a torsion spring provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0017] FIG8 shows a schematic structural diagram of a spring-type connection mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0018] FIG9 is a schematic structural diagram of a spring in a connecting mechanism provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0019] FIG10 shows an exploded view of a partial structure of glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0020] FIG11 shows a diagram showing the coordination between the crossbar and the optical imaging system in the glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0021] FIG12 is a schematic diagram showing the coordinated structure of the temples, connecting mechanism, and crossbeam in the glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0022] FIG13 shows a schematic diagram of the coordinated structure of the front frame, crossbar, connecting mechanism, and optical imaging system of the glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0023] FIG14 shows an exploded view of the connection structure of the temples and the connection mechanism of the glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0024] FIG15 shows a partial structural diagram of the temples of the glasses provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0025] In the figure, 100, glasses; 1, connecting mechanism; 11, support; 111, first extension portion; 1111, second tooth portion; 112, second rotating connection portion; 1121, fastener; 1122, second connecting hole; 1123, friction plate; 1124, disc spring; 113, first rotating connection portion; 1131, connecting column; 1131a, column hole; 1132, connecting shaft; 114, second extension portion; 1141, wide body section; 1142, narrow body section; 12, connecting bracket; 121, limiting portion; 121a, limiting member; 122, connecting Arm; 1221, first connecting hole; 123, second connecting plate; 1231, second fixing hole; 1232, raised portion; 13, elastic component; 2, temple; 21, first tooth portion; 22, rotating column; 3, frame; 31, front frame; 311, camera hole; 32, crossbeam; 320, assembly portion; 321, first connecting plate; 3211, notch portion; 3212, first fixing hole; 322, baffle; 34, middle connecting piece; 351, side connecting piece; 352, deformable element; 5, optical imaging system; 6, camera; a, screw.

[0026] It should be noted that these drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the conceptual scope of the present invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the present invention for those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0028] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating directions or positional relationships, are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limiting the present invention.

[0029] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "mounted" and "connected" should be understood broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed, detachable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; and direct or indirect connections through an intermediary. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] Some embodiments of the present disclosure provide a connecting mechanism for connecting a first component and a second component. The connecting mechanism is connected to the first component and the second component respectively, and can realize relative rotation between the first component and the second structure.

[0031] Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of a connecting mechanism 1 provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure connecting a frame 3 and a temple 2. The connecting mechanism 1 connects the frame 3 and the temple 2, respectively. That is, the first component and the second component can be the temple 2 and the frame 3, respectively, and the frame 3 and the temple 2 are connected by the connecting mechanism 1. The connecting mechanism 1 can realize relative rotation between the frame 3 and the temple 2 to adjust the angle of the temple 2 relative to the frame 3. It will be understood that the first component is not limited to the temple 2, and the second component is not limited to the frame 3, that is, the connecting mechanism 1 is not limited to connecting the frame 3 and the temple 2.

[0032] Figure 2 shows an exploded view of a partial structure of glasses 100 provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in Figure 2, the connecting mechanism 1 may include: a support 11 and a connecting bracket 12. The support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 are rotatably connected, and the two can rotate relative to each other within a certain angle range. The support 11 can be used to connect a first component, and the connecting bracket 12 is used to connect a second component, thereby achieving a connection between the first component and the second component. When the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 rotate relative to each other, the first component and the second component rotate relative to each other, and the angle between the first component and the second component can be adjusted.

[0033] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support 11 can be used to connect the temple 2, and the connecting bracket 12 can be used to connect the frame 3, thereby achieving the connection between the temple and the frame 3. When the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 rotate relative to each other, the temple 2 rotates relative to the frame 3, and the angle between the temple 2 and the frame 3 can be adjusted.

[0034] Optionally, the temples 2 at both ends of the glasses are connected to the frame 3 via a connecting mechanism 1, so that both temples 2 can rotate relative to the frame 3. For example, the temples 2 can be extended outward relative to the frame 3 via the connecting mechanism 1, thereby making the glasses suitable for wearers with different head circumferences.

[0035] FIG3 shows a schematic structural diagram of a support 11 of a connection mechanism 1 according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. The support 11 includes a first extension portion 111 and a second extension portion 114, which are connected to each other. Optionally, the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 may extend in different directions, that is, the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 may have an angle therebetween. Alternatively, the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 may extend along a curve, for example, the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 may extend along an arc.

[0036] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, as shown in FIG2 , the connecting bracket 12 includes opposing limiting portions 121. The opposing limiting portions 121 can accommodate the second extension portion 114 and provide space for movement of the second extension portion 114. Optionally, the limiting portions 121 are two limiting portions 121 spaced apart and opposing each other.

[0037] Optionally, the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 are rotatably connected, with the second extension 114 of the support 11 positioned between oppositely disposed stoppers 121. The second extension 114 is rotatable about the first axial direction, thereby enabling the first component to rotate relative to the second component about the first axial direction. The stoppers 121 of the connecting bracket 12 limit the relative rotation of the second extension 114 to an extreme position, that is, define the relative rotation range of the second extension 114. This limits the relative rotation range of the first and second components.

[0038] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the first axis can be the rotation axis of the temple 2 extending outward about the frame 3. When the second extension portion 114 of the connecting bracket 12 is restrained by the stop portion 121 on one side, a first angle is formed between the temple 2 and the frame 3. When the second extension portion 114 is restrained by the stop portion 121 on the other side, a second angle is formed between the temple 2 and the frame 3. In this way, the temple 2 and the frame 3 can rotate between the first angle and the second angle.

[0039] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting mechanism 1 includes a support 11 and a connecting bracket 12 rotatably connected to the support 11. The support 11 is used to connect the first component, and the connecting bracket 12 is used to connect the second component. The support 11 includes a first extension portion 111 and a second extension portion 114 connected to each other, and an angle is formed between the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114. The connecting bracket 12 includes at least two limiting portions 121. A space is formed between the limiting portions 121. When the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 are rotatably connected, the second extension portion 114 is located in the space formed by the surface between the two limiting portions. When the connecting bracket 12 rotates around the first axial direction, the second extension portion 114 rotates between the two limiting portions 121.

[0040] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the connecting mechanism 1 includes a support 11 and a connecting bracket 12. The support 11 is rotatably connected to the connecting bracket 12 along a first axial direction. The support 11 is used to connect the first component, and the connecting bracket 12 is used to connect the second component. The support 11 includes a first extension portion 111 and a second extension portion 114 connected to each other, and the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 are angled with each other. The connecting bracket 12 includes at least two limiting portions 121. The limiting portions are arranged sequentially along the extension direction of the first extension portion, and the second extension portion 114 extends between the limiting portions 121, so that when the support 11 rotates along the first axial direction, the second extension portion 114 rotates between the two limiting portions 121. In some embodiments of the present disclosure, as shown in Figure 2, an elastic component 13 may also be provided within the connecting mechanism 1. The elastic force of the elastic component 13 can serve as a reset force for the movement of the support 11 relative to the connecting bracket 12, that is, a damping force for the relative movement between the first component and the second component.

[0041] Optionally, the elastic component 13 is used to provide a damping force that prevents the temples 2 from expanding outward relative to the frame 3. When the glasses are worn on the wearer's head, the temples expand outward. The damping force provided by the elastic component 13 enables the temples 2 to clamp onto the wearer's head, thereby allowing the temples 2 to share the pressure from the nose pads and ensuring that the glasses are stably worn on the wearer's head.

[0042] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, as shown in FIG2 , the elastic component 13 is located between the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12, and is used to provide a restoring force for the first extension portion 111 to rotate closer to the connecting bracket 12. As the first component rotates in the direction closer to the connecting bracket 12, the deformation of the elastic component 13 increases. Under the action of an external force, during the process of the temple 2 opening relative to the frame 3, the elastic component 13 located between the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 is deformed by the force. After the external force is removed, the elastic component 13 recovers the deformation, causing the temple 2 to retract inward relative to the frame 3. The provision of the elastic component 13 provides a damping force for the temple 2 to stretch outward relative to the frame 3, so that the temple 2 can share the pressure of the nose pad of the glasses, and makes the glasses 100 worn on the human body not easy to fall off, thereby improving the wearing comfort.

[0043] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the damping force provided by the elastic component 13 is related to the change in the rotation angle of the temple 2. Optionally, the damping force provided by the elastic component 13 may also be related to the change in the length of the elastic component 13. When the temple 2 rotates, the length of the elastic component 13 changes, thereby providing a restoring force for the temple 2 to rotate in the opposite direction. Optionally, the elastic component 13 has a variable opening angle, and the damping force provided by the elastic component 13 may also be related to the change in the opening angle of the elastic component 13. When the temple 2 rotates, the opening angle of the elastic component 13 changes, thereby providing a restoring force for the temple 2 to rotate in the opposite direction. Compared with an elastic component with a variable length, an elastic component with a variable opening angle can provide a greater damping force, thereby providing a greater clamping force to the temple 2 of the glasses 100.

[0044] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the elastic component 13 is positioned between the second extension 114 and any of the stoppers 121 of the connecting bracket 12. This allows the second extension 114 to act on the elastic component 13 when the first extension 111 rotates away from the connecting bracket 12, causing the elastic component 13 to deform. For example, the second extension 114 can compress or stretch the elastic component 13, causing the elastic component 13 to deform or increase its deformation. Thus, the elastic component 13 provides a restoring force that causes the first extension 111 to rotate toward the connecting bracket 12.

[0045] Exemplarily, when the connection mechanism 1 is used with eyeglasses 100, the connection bracket 12 may include two stoppers 121 disposed on the inner and outer sides. Optionally, when the temple 2 is extended, the second extension 114 may be used to compress the elastic component 13, causing the elastic component 13 to provide a reverse return force. This can be achieved by positioning the elastic component 13 between the second extension 114 and the inner stopper 121. Alternatively, when the temple 2 is extended, the second extension 114 may be used to stretch the elastic component 13, causing the elastic component 13 to provide a reverse return force. This can be achieved by positioning the elastic component 13 between the second extension 114 and the outer stopper 121.

[0046] It is understood that the "inner stopper" mentioned above, taking the connection mechanism used in glasses as an example, can be understood as the stopper that is closer to the face when the glasses are worn. Similarly, the "outer stopper" can be understood as the stopper that is farther from the face when the glasses are worn.

[0047] Figures 4 to 6 show three different perspective views of the connection mechanism 1 provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure. The connection bracket 12 includes two connection arms 122. The two connection arms 122 and the limiting portion 121 form an accommodating space, and the second extension portion 114 is accommodated in the accommodating space.

[0048] In an optional embodiment, each connecting arm 122 is connected to two limiting portions 121. Optionally, the plane on which the connecting arms 122 lie is substantially perpendicular to the limiting portions 121. The two connecting arms 122 can be used to define the position of the second extension portion 114. The distance between the two connecting arms 122 is slightly greater than the width of the second extension portion 114, thereby cooperating with the two limiting portions 121 to limit the second extension portion 114 to swing only within the accommodation space.

[0049] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support 11 further includes a first rotating connection portion 113, which is connected to at least one of the two connecting arms 122. The connecting arms 122 also provide a physical structure for mounting the first rotating connection portion 113, thereby facilitating the connection between the connecting bracket 12 and the support 11.

[0050] In some optional embodiments, as shown in conjunction with Figures 2 and 8 , the first rotating connection portion 113 may include a connecting shaft 1132, which is used to connect the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12, so that the first component can rotate relative to the second component about the connecting shaft 1132. The axial direction of the connecting shaft 1132 is the first axial direction. Optionally, the connecting shaft 1132 and the support 11 may be detachable separate components; alternatively, the connecting shaft 1132 and the support 11 may be integrally formed.

[0051] In some optional embodiments, as shown in Figures 2 and 3, the first rotating connection portion 113 may include a connecting post 1131, which is disposed at the corner between the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114. The connecting post 1131 has a post hole 1131a. A connecting shaft 1132 may be fixedly or rotatably connected to the post hole 1131a. The connecting arm 122 of the connecting bracket 12 may be provided with a first connecting hole 1221, and the connecting shaft 1132 plugs into the post hole 1131a and the first connecting hole 1221. This allows the connecting bracket 12 to be rotatably connected to the connecting shaft 1132.

[0052] Optionally, the connecting shaft 1132 may include a column and a cap disposed at one end of the column. The end of the column facing away from the cap sequentially passes through the first connecting hole 1221 on the upper connecting arm 122 and the column hole 1131a of the connecting column 1131, and then connects to the first connecting hole 1221 on the lower connecting arm 122. At least one of the first connecting hole 1221 and the column hole 1131a may be internally threaded, and the connecting shaft 1132 may be externally threaded. The column is threadedly connected to at least one of the first connecting hole 1221 and the column hole 1131a. The cap is positioned on the upper connecting arm 122. Positioning the connecting column 1131 at the angle between the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 reduces the space occupied by the first and second extension portions 111, 114, and does not affect the connection between the first extension portion 111 and the first component, nor does it affect the mating of the second extension portion 114 with the connecting bracket 12.

[0053] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, the support 11 may include a mounting plate connected to the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114, with the mounting plate extending from the first extension portion 111 toward the second extension portion 114. A connecting post 1131 may be provided on the mounting plate. A post hole 1131a extends through both the connecting post 1131 and the mounting plate, allowing the connecting shaft 1132 of the first rotating connection portion 113 to pass through both the connecting post 1131 and the mounting plate. Optionally, the plane on which the mounting plate is located is substantially perpendicular to at least one of the planes on which the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 are located, and the mounting plate is connected to the ends of the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 on the same side.

[0054] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, two connecting arms 122 are disposed at an end of the connecting bracket 12 away from the second component. The plane on which the two connecting arms 122 are located is substantially perpendicular to the plane on which the second extension portion 114 is located. The plane on which the two limiting portions 121 are located is substantially parallel to the plane on which the second extension portion 114 is located. A space for accommodating the second extension portion 114 can be formed between the two connecting arms 122 and the two limiting portions 121.

[0055] Figure 8 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a connection mechanism 1 using a spring sheet provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 9 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a spring sheet in a connection mechanism provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in Figures 8 and 9, the elastic component 13 may include a bent spring sheet, and the bent portion of the spring sheet is sleeved on the connecting column 1131. Exemplarily, the bent spring sheet may be roughly U-shaped, having an outer convex arc sheet and two straight sheets located on both sides of the outer convex arc sheet. The connecting column 1131 may be located in the inner groove of the outer convex arc sheet, and the two straight sheets may respectively abut against the limiting portion 121 and the second extension portion 114.

[0056] Figure 7 shows a schematic diagram of a connection mechanism 1 employing a torsion spring, provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in Figures 2 and 7, the elastic component 13 may include a torsion spring, which is sleeved around a connecting post 1131. The torsion spring comprises a helical barrel section and torsion arms located at either end of the helical barrel section. The helical barrel section sleeves around the connecting post 1131, with the two torsion arms located within the accommodation space and respectively abutting against the second extension 114 and the stopper 121.

[0057] In some optional embodiments, as shown in FIG5 , the second extension portion 114 includes a wide section 1141 and a narrow section 1142. The wide section 1141 is connected to the first extension portion 111, and the narrow section 1142 is connected to the end of the wide section 1141 facing away from the first extension portion 111. The width of the wide section 1141 is smaller than the distance between the two connecting arms 122. The width of the narrow section 1142 is smaller than the width of the wide section 1141. When the support 11 is rotated to the extreme position around the first axial direction, the narrow section 1142 stops at the limiting portion 121. The second extension portion 114 has a larger width on the side close to the first extension portion 111 and a smaller width on the end away from the first extension portion 111. The overall structural strength is good and deformation is not easy to occur. The free end of the second extension 114 has the greatest range of motion. By providing a narrow section 1142 on one side of the free end of the second extension 114, it facilitates the limited engagement with the stopper 121 and reduces frictional interference with other structures on the connecting bracket 12, such as the connecting arm 122, thereby improving reliability. The connecting bracket 12 can be made of a wear-resistant material, such as stainless steel.

[0058] In some optional embodiments, as shown in Figures 2, 5, and 8, any one of the limiting portions 121 of the connecting bracket 12 is formed by a limiting member 121a, and the limiting member 121a is detachably connected to the connecting bracket 12. When assembling the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12, the second extension 114 can be first placed in the accommodating space, and then the limiting member 121a can be connected to the connecting bracket 12, with the free end of the second extension 114 being limited to the accommodating space. Optionally, a connecting hole can be provided in the connecting bracket 12, a through hole can be provided in the limiting member 121a, and a fastener can be used to securely connect the limiting member 121a to the connecting hole of the connecting bracket 12. Optionally, there can be multiple connecting holes, and the multiple connecting holes extend along the arrangement direction of the two connecting arms 122. By making the limiting member 121a detachable, the assembly of the support 11 and the connecting bracket 12 can be facilitated. During long-term use, when the limiting member 121 a is deformed or damaged, the limiting member 121 a can be easily disassembled and replaced, thereby extending the service life of the entire connecting mechanism 1 .

[0059] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, referring to Figures 1 and 2, the connecting mechanism 1 may further include a second rotating connecting portion 112 provided on the first extension portion 111, and the second rotating connecting portion 112 is used to connect the first component and the first extension portion 111, so that the first component rotates around the second axis through the second rotating connecting portion 112, so that the first component can rotate around the second axis relative to the second component, and there is an angle between the second axis and the first axis.

[0060] Figure 10 shows an exploded view of a portion of the structure of glasses provided by some embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in Figure 10 , glasses 100 include temples 2 and a frame 3. Temples 2 can expand outward relative to frame 3 about a first axis. This allows glasses 100 to be adapted for wearers with varying head circumferences.

[0061] Figure 12 illustrates a schematic diagram of the coordinated structure of temples, a connecting mechanism, and a crossbar in glasses provided by some embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in Figure 12, in conjunction with Figure 10, glasses 100 include temples 2, a frame 3, and the aforementioned connecting mechanism 1. When assembling glasses 100, the support 11 is first connected to the temples 2, followed by the connecting bracket 12 to the frame 3. This allows for rapid assembly of the glasses 100, improving overall assembly efficiency.

[0062] In some optional embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the extension direction of the first extension portion 111 is substantially parallel to the length direction of the temple 2, and the second extension portion 114 is substantially parallel to the length direction of the frame 3 when it abuts against one of the limiting portions 121. The angle between the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 can be adapted to the angle required between the frame 3 and the temple 2 when the temple 2 is in the open state. Optionally, the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 can be approximately perpendicular to each other, and the first extension portion 111 and the second extension portion 114 can also form an obtuse angle greater than 90 degrees. When the temple 2 drives the first extension portion to rotate, the second extension portion 114 swings along the thickness direction of the frame 3 to squeeze or release the elastic component 13, and the reaction force of the elastic component 13 provides a clamping force for the temple 2.

[0063] It can be understood that the thickness direction of the frame 3 refers to the direction perpendicular to the plane where the frame 3 is located.

[0064] In some embodiments of the present disclosure, when the second extension 114 abuts one of the stoppers 121, the crossbar 32 can be deformed. One of the two stoppers 121 connecting the bracket 12 is located on the side of the glasses 100 closer to the wearer's face, and the other is located on the side of the glasses 100 farther from the wearer's face. When the temples 2 are extended outward, the second extension 114 abuts the stopper 121 closer to the wearer's face, inevitably causing the ends of the crossbar 32 to deform away from the wearer's face. When the temples 2 are retracted inward, the second extension 114 abuts the stopper 121 farther from the wearer's face, inevitably causing the middle portion of the crossbar 32 to deform toward the front, away from the wearer.

[0065] In some optional embodiments, as shown in conjunction with FIG. 2 and FIG. 10 , the glasses 100 may be smart glasses 100, which include temples 2 and a frame 3. The smart glasses 100 also include an optical imaging system 5, which is fixedly mounted on a crossbar 32 and capable of projecting a display image into the wearer's eyes. Alternatively, the smart glasses 100 may be augmented reality glasses.

[0066] FIG11 shows a diagram of the coordination of the crossbeam 32 and the optical imaging system 5 in the glasses 100 provided in some embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG13 shows a schematic diagram of the coordination structure of the front frame 31, crossbeam 32, connecting mechanism 1, and optical imaging system 5 in the glasses provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown in FIG11 , the frame 3 includes a crossbeam 32, which is used to support the optical imaging system 5. As shown in FIG13 , the frame 3 also includes a front frame 31, which is connected to at least one of the crossbeam 32 and the temples 2. The front frame 31 is an exterior component of the smart glasses 100 and can, for example, support lenses.

[0067] Optionally, the mirror frame 3 includes a front frame 31, a crossbar 32, and a rear frame. The front frame 31 and the rear frame are connected, forming a storage space therebetween, and the crossbar 32 is disposed within the storage space. It should be understood that the terms "front frame" and "rear frame" do not limit the positions of the two components; they are merely provided for ease of distinction. A person skilled in the art can configure the components and their positions to implement the disclosed embodiments based on the operating principles.

[0068] In some optional embodiments, as shown in conjunction with Figures 10 and 13, the connecting bracket 12 of the connecting mechanism 1 is detachably connected to the end of the crossbeam 32, so that the temple 2 is connected to the crossbeam 32 through the connecting mechanism 1. The front frame 31 is connected to the crossbeam 32, wherein a deformation gap is formed between the ends of the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31, so that the deformation of the crossbeam 32 does not cause deformation of the front frame 31.

[0069] In the disclosed embodiments, since the outward expansion of the temples 2 inevitably causes deformation of the crossbeam 32, if the front frame 31 is connected to the temples 2, or if the crossbeam 32 is integrally in contact with and fixedly connected to the front frame 31, the front frame 31 will deform synchronously with the crossbeam, affecting the appearance of the glasses 100 and easily causing cracks in the front frame 31. By connecting the temples 2 only to the crossbeam 32 and not to the front frame 31, and forming a deformation gap between the ends of the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31, when an external force is applied to the temples 2 to expand the temples 2 outward, the deformation of the crossbeam 32 will not be transmitted to the front frame 31.

[0070] In some optional embodiments, as shown in conjunction with Figures 10 and 13 , the glasses 100 further include a sensor, which is positioned near the deformation gap on the front frame 31. If the front frame 31 deforms while the glasses 100 are being worn, the position and posture of the sensor may change, seriously affecting the position and posture accuracy of the sensor mounted on the front frame, affecting the accuracy of the sensor's data collection, and thus affecting the accuracy of data processing by the smart glasses 100, thus affecting the user experience.

[0071] It can be understood that the frame 3 includes a left eyepiece frame and a right eyepiece frame, and the length direction of the frame 3 and the length direction of the front frame 31 both refer to the direction in which the frame 3 and the front frame 31 are arranged along the left eyepiece frame and the right eyepiece frame.

[0072] In some optional embodiments, the sensor on the front frame 31 can be a sensor capable of capturing at least one of a position or a posture, for example, a camera 6 or an inertial measurement unit. Taking the camera 6 as an example, the camera 6 can be used to provide image acquisition based on vision-based tracking and positioning, for interactive gesture recognition, and can also be used for daily photo taking and video recording. The camera 6 can be arranged at both ends of the front frame 31 along the length direction. When the temples 2 are stretched outwards, causing deformation of the two ends of the crossbeam 32, due to the deformation gap between the two ends of the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31, the two ends of the crossbeam 32 will not interfere with the front frame 31, and the front frame 31 will not be deformed, thereby not affecting the position accuracy of the camera 6.

[0073] In some optional embodiments, a camera hole 311 may be provided on the front frame, and the camera 6 is located inside the front frame, covering the camera hole 311. The front frame can secure and protect the camera 6. The front frame and the camera 6 can be connected and secured using any of an adhesive structure, a snap-on structure, and a fastener connection structure.

[0074] In some possible embodiments, the smart glasses 100 further include a cable connecting the sensors. The cable extends along the inner wall of the front frame 31 from the end of the front frame 31 to the middle of the front frame 31 and then to the crossbeam 32. The middle of the front frame 31 is fixedly connected to the crossbeam 32. In this way, the cable segment between the end of the front frame 31 and the middle of the front frame 31 extends along the inner wall of the front frame 31. The cable is connected to the inner wall of the front frame 31 and to the middle of the crossbeam 32. This prevents the cable from moving when the crossbeam 32 deforms, thereby ensuring the positional accuracy of the camera 6 and the reliability of the electrical connection.

[0075] In some possible implementations, as shown in FIG. 10 , the mirror frame 3 includes a deformable element 352 . The deformable element 352 is located in the deformation gap. The deformable element 352 is positionally engaged with at least one of the front frame 31 and the crossbeam 32 .

[0076] The deformable element 352 can be an elastic element that can buffer external forces when applied and restore its deformation after the external force is removed. For example, the elastic element can be a spring. Alternatively, the deformable element 352 can be a flexible element that deforms when subjected to external forces and restores its deformation after the external force is removed. For example, the flexible element can be a flexible gasket or foam to buffer the impact of deformation of the crossbeam 32 on the front frame 31. By placing the deformable element 352 within the deformation gap, the impact of deformation of the crossbeam 32 on the front frame 31 can be absorbed, reducing deformation of the front frame, allowing the sensor to maintain a precise angle and improving the user experience.

[0077] It should be noted that the above-mentioned deformable element 352 can only cooperate with the crossbeam 32 for position limiting. Alternatively, the above-mentioned deformable element 352 can only cooperate with the front frame 31 for position limiting. Alternatively, the above-mentioned deformable element 352 can also cooperate with both the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31 for position limiting. Regarding the definition of "limiting", it can be understood that the deformable element 352 elastically presses against at least one of the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31 to achieve position limiting through elastic force. It can also be understood that a specific position limiting structure is provided in the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31, and the deformable element 352 can be connected to the position limiting structure. The position limiting portion limits the deformable element 352 to prevent the deformable element 352 from falling off. The position limiting structure can be any one of a protrusion (such as a position limiting column) and a groove. Of course, the position limiting structure can also be other structures, and is not limited to the only one in this disclosure.

[0078] In some possible embodiments, the frame 3 includes a deformable element 352 and a side connector 351. The side connector 351 is provided at the end of the crossbeam 32 along the length direction, and the side connector 351 connects the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31. The deformable element 352 is provided on the side connector 351.

[0079] Illustratively, the side connecting member 351 is at least partially located between the cross beam 32 and the front frame 31 , and the side connecting member 351 can be fixedly connected to the cross beam 32 and the front frame 31 respectively by bonding, snapping or fastener connection.

[0080] Exemplarily, the side connector 351 can be made of a rigid material. For example, the side connector 351 can be a rigid connector, and the deformable element 352 can be disposed within the gap formed between the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31 and mounted on the rigid connector. Alternatively, the deformable element 352 can be passed through the rigid connector and positioned within the gap formed between the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31. Alternatively, the deformable element 352 can be, for example, a flexible washer or foam. The rigid connector can be, for example, a screw.

[0081] For example, as shown in FIG10 , at least two deformable elements 352 are provided at each end of the front frame. The deformable elements 352 at each end of the front frame are arranged sequentially along the height direction of the front frame. The deformable elements 352 have a central hole. Each rigid connector sequentially passes through the crossbeam 32 and the central hole of the corresponding deformable element 352 to be connected to the front frame.

[0082] In some possible implementations, the mirror frame 3 includes a middle connector 34 . The middle connector 34 is disposed in the middle of the crossbeam 32 along the length direction. The middle connector 34 connects the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31 .

[0083] Optionally, the middle connecting member 34 can be made of a rigid material. The middle of the crossbeam 32 is farthest from the temples 2 at both ends, so the rotation of the temples 2 has little effect on the middle of the crossbeam 32. Therefore, the middle of the crossbeam 32 and the front frame 31 can be connected and fixed by the middle connecting member 34 made of a rigid material. By rigidly connecting the middle of the front frame 31 and the crossbeam 32, significant relative vibration between the front frame 31 and the crossbeam 32 can be avoided, ensuring better integration of the front frame 31 and the crossbeam 32. The middle connecting member 34 made of a rigid material can be a screw.

[0084] Optionally, the middle connector 34 can also be formed of a deformable material. Although the temples 2 are connected to the ends of the crossbar 32, when both temples 2 are folded inward simultaneously, some deformation inevitably occurs in the middle of the crossbar 32, causing the crossbar 32 to cause a certain degree of deformation in the front frame 31. The middle connector 34 is at least partially located between the front frame 31 and the crossbar 32, buffering and absorbing deformation of the crossbar 32 and reducing the impact of deformation of the crossbar 32 on the front frame 31. The middle connector 34 can be fixedly connected to the crossbar 32 and the front frame 31, respectively, by bonding, snapping, or fasteners.

[0085] Alternatively, the middle connector 34 may be formed from a combination of rigid and deformable materials. For example, the middle connector 34 may include a deformable element and a rigid connector. The deformable element may be positioned between the crossbeam and the front frame and attached to the rigid connector. For example, the rigid connector may be inserted through the deformable element, the crossbeam, and the front frame to securely connect the three. The deformable element may be a flexible washer or foam, and the rigid connector may be a screw.

[0086] In some possible implementations, the ends of the connecting bracket 12 and the crossbeam 32 may be fixedly connected by fasteners. A deformation gap exists between the sensor disposed on the front frame 31 and the connecting bracket 12. When the temples 2 are extended, the connecting bracket 12 approaches the front frame 31 but does not contact the sensor.

[0087] In some possible implementations, as shown in FIG. 2 , an assembly portion 320 is provided at an end portion of the crossbeam 32 along the length direction. The assembly portion 320 is connected to the connecting bracket 12 and to the front frame 31 .

[0088] The mounting portion 320, at the end of the crossbeam 32, serves a dual purpose: it is used for both securing the temple 2 and attaching the front frame 31. A deformable gap is defined between the mounting portion 320 and the front frame 31, within which a deformable element 352 can be positioned. Optionally, two deformable elements 352 can be positioned between the mounting portion 320 and the front frame 31 at each end of the crossbeam 32. Each deformable element 352 is positioned sequentially along the height of the front frame and has a central hole. Each rigid connector passes through the mounting portion 320 and the corresponding central hole of the deformable element 352 to connect to the front frame.

[0089] Optionally, a through-hole can be provided in the assembly portion 320, extending along the thickness direction of the lens frame 3. A connecting post with a threaded groove is provided on the inner surface of the front frame 31. The rigid connector comprises a screw and a cap. The screw passes through the through-hole of the assembly portion 320 and is threadedly connected to the threaded groove of the connecting post on the front frame 31. The cap of the rigid connector is restrained on the assembly portion 320. It will be understood that the thickness direction of the lens frame 3 may refer to a direction perpendicular to the plane of the front frame 31.

[0090] In some possible embodiments of the present disclosure, as shown in Figures 12 and 13 , a crossbeam 32 can be used to mount the optical imaging system 5 of the eyeglasses 100. The crossbeam 32 has a certain structural strength, ensuring the positioning accuracy of the optical imaging system 5. A communication hole is defined in the crossbeam 32, extending through the crossbeam 32 along the height of the frame 3. The optical imaging system 5 is located at the bottom of the crossbeam 32, and one end of a fastener a passes through the communication hole in the crossbeam 32 and connects to the optical imaging system 5.

[0091] In some possible embodiments, as shown in Figures 2 and 7 , the assembly portion 320 includes a first connecting plate 321 with a notch 3211. The connecting bracket 12 includes a second connecting plate 123 with a raised portion 1232. The notch 3211 cooperates with the raised portion 1232 to positionally restrain the first and second connecting plates 123. The first and second connecting plates 321 and 123 can fit together along their thickness, with the raised portion 1232 inserted into the notch 3211. The notch 3211 and raised portion 1232 cooperate to positionally restrain the crossbeam 32 and the connecting bracket 12, thereby forming a single, integrated connection.

[0092] The second connecting plate 123 is detachably connected to the first connecting plate 321. For example, the first connecting plate 321 and the second connecting plate 123 can be connected and fixed by fasteners. The first connecting plate 321 can be provided with a notch 3211 and a plurality of first fixing holes 3212. Each of the first fixing holes 3212 is located on either side of the notch 3211. The second connecting plate 123 is provided with a plurality of second fixing holes 1231. Each fastener passes through the second fixing hole 1231 and connects to a corresponding first fixing hole 3212.

[0093] In some possible implementations, as shown in FIG2 , the assembly portion 320 of the smart glasses 100 further includes baffles 322. The baffles 322 are formed on both sides of the first connecting plate 321 along the thickness direction of the front frame 31. A retaining groove is formed between the baffles 322 and the first connecting plate 321, and the second connecting plate 123 is retained within the retaining groove. The baffles 322 are connected to the front frame 31. In addition to limiting the position of the connecting plates, the baffles 322 also serve to connect to the front frame 31.

[0094] Optionally, the thickness end surface of the second connecting plate 123 fits with the inner wall of the limiting groove, and the limiting groove defines the position of the second connecting plate 123 to prevent the second connecting plate 123 from shifting relative to the assembly portion 320 .

[0095] In some possible embodiments, there is a deformation gap between the baffle 322 and the front frame 31, and the deformable element 352 can be arranged in the deformation gap. A through hole is opened on the baffle 322 along the thickness direction. The deformable element 352 can be set between the baffle 322 and the frame 3, and one end of the side connecting member 351 passes through the through hole and is connected to the front frame 31.

[0096] Figure 14 shows an exploded view of the connection structure of the temples and connecting mechanism in the glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure; Figure 15 shows a partial structural diagram of the temples in the glasses provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure. As shown in Figures 14 and 15, in combination with Figure 2, the temples 2 of the glasses 100 can also swing up and down around a second axis relative to the frame 3. The free ends of the temples 2 can swing up and down relative to the frame 3, which can accommodate wearers with different relative heights between their ears and eyes, allowing the wearer's eyes to be located within the designed eye box, thereby enabling the wearer to see a complete and clear display image. In some optional embodiments, the temples 2 of the glasses 100 can both expand outward around a first axis relative to the frame 3 and swing up and down around a second axis relative to the frame. Optionally, the second axis is substantially perpendicular to the first axis.

[0097] In some optional embodiments, as shown in Figures 2, 14, and 15, the connecting mechanism 1 also includes a second rotating connecting portion 112 arranged on the first extension portion 111, and the second rotating connecting portion 112 is used to rotatably connect the temple 2 and the first extension portion 111, so that the first component rotates around the second axis through the second rotating connecting portion 112, so that the first component can rotate around the second axis relative to the second component.

[0098] 2 , the first extension 111 is rotatably connected to the temple 2 via the second rotatable connection 112, allowing the temple 2 to swing up and down relative to the frame 3. As shown in FIGS. 14 and 15 , the temple 2 is provided with a first toothed portion 21, with the protruding teeth of the first toothed portion 21 arranged sequentially along the width of the temple 2. The first extension 111 is provided with a second toothed portion 1111 that mates with the first toothed portion 21. When the temple 2 rotates relative to the first extension 111, the first toothed portion 21 is driven to move relative to the second toothed portion 1111, changing the position at which it meshes with the second toothed portion 1111.

[0099] In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the temples 2 can be moved in two different directions, that is, the two temples 2 of the glasses 100 can be stretched outward (bent outward) to adapt to the head circumference of different wearers and improve adaptability. In addition, the two temples 2 of the glasses 100 can also swing up and down to achieve up and down adjustment to adapt to the relative height of the ears and eyes of different wearers, so that the eyes of different wearers can all be located within the designed eye box. The first tooth portion 21 and the second tooth portion 1111 each include a plurality of convex teeth. By adjusting the temple 2 up and down, the first tooth portion 21 and the second tooth portion 1111 can be engaged at different positions, thereby adjusting the up and down swinging gear of the temple 2. The second rotating connecting portion 112 may include a fastener 1121, a disc spring 1124, a friction plate 1123 and a second connecting hole 1122 provided on the first extension portion 111. One end of the fastener 1121 can pass through the disc spring 1124, the friction plate 1123, and the second connecting hole 1122 on the first extension part 111 in sequence and then be connected to the rotating column 22 on the temple 2. The arrangement of the disc spring 1124 and the friction plate 1123 provides damping for the up and down swinging of the temple 2.

[0100] The above description has been provided for the purpose of illustration and description. In addition, this description is not intended to limit the embodiments of the present disclosure to the forms disclosed herein. Although a number of example aspects and embodiments have been discussed above, those skilled in the art will recognize certain variations, modifications, alterations, additions, and sub-combinations thereof.

Claims

1. A connecting mechanism, comprising: A support, used to connect the first component, the support comprising a first extension portion and a second extension portion, the first extension portion and the second extension portion are connected, and an angle is formed between the first extension portion and the second extension portion; A connecting bracket, used for connecting the second component; the connecting bracket includes relatively arranged limiting parts; The support and the connecting bracket are rotatably connected, and the second extension portion is located between the limiting portions. The second extension portion can rotate around a first axial direction, so that the first component can rotate around the first axial direction relative to the second component.

2. The connecting mechanism according to claim 1, wherein, The connecting mechanism also includes: An elastic component is located between the support and the connecting bracket, and is used to provide a restoring force to the first extension portion to rotate close to the connecting bracket.

3. The connecting mechanism according to claim 2, wherein, The elastic component is located between the second extension portion and any limiting portion of the connecting bracket, so that when the first extension portion rotates away from the connecting bracket, the second extension portion can act on the elastic component.

4. The connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 2-3, wherein, The connecting bracket includes two connecting arms connected to the limiting portion, and the two connecting arms and the limiting portion form a receiving space; the second extension portion is received in the receiving space; The support further comprises a first rotating connection portion connected to at least one of the two connecting arms.

5. The connecting mechanism according to claim 4, wherein, The first rotating connection portion comprises a connecting shaft, the first rotating connection portion is arranged at a corner between the first extending portion and the second extending portion, and the support and the connecting bracket are connected via the connecting shaft.

6. The connecting mechanism according to claim 4 or 5, wherein, The first rotating connection portion includes a connecting column, the connecting column is located at a corner between the first extension portion and the second extension portion, and the connecting column has a column hole; The connecting arm is provided with a first connecting hole, and the connecting shaft of the first rotating connecting part is plugged into the column hole and the first connecting hole.

7. The connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 2-6, wherein, The elastic component adopts any of the following structures: The elastic component includes a bent spring sheet; The elastic member includes a torsion spring.

8. The connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 4-6, wherein, The second extension portion includes a wide body section and a narrow body section; The wide body section is connected to the first extension portion; The narrow body section is connected to an end of the wide body section away from the first extension portion; The width of the wide body section is smaller than the distance between the two connecting arms; The width of the narrow body section is smaller than the width of the wide body section; When the support is rotated to an extreme position around the first axial direction, the narrow body section stops at the limiting portion.

9. The connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein, Any one of the limiting parts of the connecting bracket is formed by a limiting member, and the limiting member is detachably connected to the connecting bracket.

10. The connection mechanism according to any one of claims 1-9 further includes a second rotating connection portion arranged on the first extension portion, and the second rotating connection portion is used to connect the first component and the first extension portion, so that the first component rotates around a second axial direction through the second rotating connection portion, so that the first component can rotate around the second axial direction relative to the second component, and there is an angle between the second axial direction and the first axial direction.

11. A pair of glasses, comprising: temples and frames; as well as The connecting mechanism according to any one of claims 1-10; Wherein, the first component is the temple, and the second component is the frame.

12. The glasses according to claim 11, wherein, The extending direction of the first extending portion is substantially parallel to the length direction of the temple. When the second extending portion abuts against one of the limiting portions, it is substantially parallel to the length direction of the frame.

13. The glasses according to claim 11 or 12, wherein, The frame includes a cross beam, and the connecting bracket is detachably connected to the end of the cross beam.

14. The glasses according to claim 13, wherein, The frame further includes a front frame, and the front frame is connected to the cross beam. Wherein, there is a deformation gap between the two ends of the cross beam and the front frame, so that the deformation of the cross beam does not cause the deformation of the front frame.

15. The glasses according to claim 14, wherein, The glasses further include a sensor, and the sensor is arranged on the front frame near the deformation gap.

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