Joystick switch, switch assembly, and vehicle

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of vehicle accessories, and discloses a joystick switch, a switch assembly, and a vehicle. The joystick switch comprises a base unit, a press-key unit, a trigger unit, and a reset unit. The press-key unit is arranged in the base unit; the press-key unit comprises a first press-key and a plurality of second press-keys; and the plurality of second press-keys are arranged around the peripheral side of the first press-key. The trigger unit comprises a ball head trigger member and a trigger assembly; the ball head trigger member is movably mounted on the base unit; the ball head trigger member comprises a plurality of trigger portions extending to an accommodating cavity; the plurality of second press-keys are arranged on the movement paths of the plurality of trigger portions in one-to-one correspondence; the ball head trigger member and the base unit are further combined to define an assembly cavity communicated with the accommodating cavity; the trigger assembly is slidably mounted in the assembly cavity; and the first press-key is arranged on the movement path of the trigger assembly. The reset unit is used for driving the trigger unit to reset. The joystick switch provided in the present application can achieve the control of multiple functions.

Description

A rocker switch, a switch assembly, and a vehicle

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202421740071.0, filed on July 22, 2024, entitled "A rocker switch and a vehicle", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of vehicle accessories technology, and in particular to a rocker switch, switch assembly, and vehicle. Background Technology

[0004] Currently, electric bicycles are usually equipped with auxiliary accessories such as lights, turn signals and horns. Therefore, switches to control these auxiliary accessories are usually installed on the handlebars of electric bicycles.

[0005] In the existing technology, each auxiliary accessory of an electric bicycle is controlled by a separate switch, which requires a large amount of space.

[0006] Application content

[0007] Firstly, this application provides a joystick switch that can control multiple functions, improve the integration of the joystick switch, and reduce its footprint.

[0008] This application provides: a rocker switch, comprising:

[0009] The base unit is equipped with a receiving cavity;

[0010] A button unit is disposed in the accommodating cavity. The button unit includes a first button and a plurality of second buttons, and the plurality of second buttons are arranged around the periphery of the first button.

[0011] The trigger unit includes a ball-head trigger and a trigger assembly. The ball-head trigger is movably mounted on the base unit. The ball-head trigger includes a plurality of trigger portions extending into the receiving cavity. A plurality of second buttons are correspondingly arranged on the movement paths of the plurality of trigger portions. The ball-head trigger and the base unit also cooperate to form an assembly cavity communicating with the receiving cavity. The trigger assembly is slidably mounted in the assembly cavity. The first button is arranged on the movement path of the trigger assembly.

[0012] A reset unit is disposed in the assembly cavity and acts on the trigger unit, the reset unit being used to drive the trigger unit to reset.

[0013] Based on the above technical solutions, the rocker switch provided in this application can realize the control of multiple functions, improve the integration, reduce the number of switches in vehicles, and reduce the volume occupied by switches in vehicles.

[0014] In some possible implementations, the base unit includes a base plate, a first ball-head support and a second ball-head support, wherein the first ball-head support cooperates with the base plate to form the receiving cavity;

[0015] The second ball head support is sleeved on the side of the first ball head support away from the base plate. The second ball head support and the first ball head support are spaced apart and cooperate to form an arc-shaped cavity. The arc-shaped cavity is connected to the receiving cavity. The ball head trigger is movably installed in the arc-shaped cavity.

[0016] In some possible implementations, the first ball head support is provided with a plurality of clearance holes, the plurality of clearance holes are connected between the arc-shaped cavity and the receiving cavity, and the plurality of trigger parts are inserted into the plurality of clearance holes one by one and extend to the receiving cavity.

[0017] In some possible implementations, the ball-head trigger further includes an operating lever portion and a ball head located at one end of the operating lever portion, the trigger portion being protruding from the end of the ball head away from the operating lever portion;

[0018] The ball head is slidably disposed in the arc-shaped cavity, and the operating lever protrudes from the side of the second ball head support member away from the first ball head support member.

[0019] In some possible implementations, a plurality of guide blocks are provided on the periphery of the operating lever near the ball head end, and the plurality of guide blocks are arranged on the same meridian line in a one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of triggering parts.

[0020] The second ball head support has a plurality of guide grooves at one end near the operating lever that are adapted to the guide block, and the plurality of guide grooves correspond one-to-one with the plurality of guide blocks.

[0021] In some possible implementations, the triggering component includes a trigger element, a transmission rod, and an operating element;

[0022] One end of the trigger protrudes relative to the receiving cavity and abuts against the first button;

[0023] One end of the transmission rod is opposite to the trigger, and the operating member is connected to the end of the transmission rod away from the trigger. The end of the operating member away from the trigger protrudes from the end of the assembly cavity away from the first button.

[0024] In some possible implementations, a first limiting edge protrudes from the periphery of the trigger near the end of the first button, and a second limiting edge protrudes from the inner wall of the assembly cavity near the end of the first button; the first limiting edge is located on the side of the second limiting edge near the first button; and / or

[0025] The operating member is provided with a limiting stage at the end away from the trigger member, and the inner wall of the assembly cavity at the end away from the receiving cavity is provided with a third limiting edge protruding out. The limiting stage is located on the side of the third limiting edge close to the receiving cavity.

[0026] In some possible implementations, the assembly cavity includes a first structural segment located in the base unit and a second structural segment located in the ball-head trigger.

[0027] The reset unit includes an elastic element and a sliding sleeve. The sliding sleeve is slidably disposed on the periphery of the transmission rod. A first inclined surface is provided on the inner wall of the first structural segment near the end of the second structural segment. A second inclined surface matching the first inclined surface is provided on the periphery of the end of the sliding sleeve away from the operating element.

[0028] The first inclined surface gradually slopes towards the central axis of the assembly cavity from one end near the second structural segment to the end away from the second structural segment.

[0029] The elastic element abuts between the sliding sleeve and the operating element. When the operating element is not subjected to external force, the elastic element is in a naturally elongated state or a compressed state.

[0030] In some possible implementations, the sidewall of the sliding sleeve is in contact with the inner wall of the second structural segment.

[0031] Secondly, this application provides a switch assembly, including a housing, a circuit board, and the aforementioned rocker switch;

[0032] The outer casing has a receiving cavity and an opening communicating with the receiving cavity. The rocker switch is disposed inside the receiving cavity, and the triggering unit is movably disposed at the opening.

[0033] The circuit board is located on the side of the rocker switch away from the opening and is electrically connected to the button unit.

[0034] In some embodiments, the switch assembly further includes a turn signal switch, a limiting channel is provided on one side of the housing, one end of the turn signal switch passes through the limiting channel and is connected to the circuit board.

[0035] In some embodiments, the switch assembly further includes a horn switch electrically connected to the circuit board.

[0036] Thirdly, this application provides a means of transportation, including the aforementioned rocker switch or the aforementioned switch assembly. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] Figure 1 shows a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the rocker switch in some embodiments;

[0039] Figure 2 shows a cross-sectional view of the rocker switch in some embodiments;

[0040] Figure 3 shows an exploded view of the rocker switch in some embodiments;

[0041] Figure 4 shows a cross-sectional structural diagram of the rocker switch explosion in some embodiments;

[0042] Figure 5 shows a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the switch assembly in some embodiments.

[0043] Key component symbols: 1000-Rock switch; 100-Base unit; 101-Accommodating cavity; 102-Arc-shaped cavity; 110-Base plate; 120-First ball head support; 121-Allowing hole; 122-First locking part; 123-Extension tube part; 1231-Second limiting edge; 1232-First inclined surface; 130-Second ball head support; 131-Second locking part; 132-Support wall; 133-Guide groove; 140-Circuit board; 200-Button unit; 210-First button; 220-Second button; 230-Circuit board; 300-Trigger unit; 310-Ball head trigger; 311-Trigger part; 312-Ball head; 313-Operating lever part; 3131- Third limiting edge; 314-Guide block; 320-Trigger assembly; 321-Trigger element; 3211-First limiting edge; 322-Transmission rod; 323-Operating element; 3231-Limiting platform; 3232-Sink; 400-Reset unit; 410-Elastic element; 420-Sliding sleeve; 421-Abutting edge; 422-Second inclined surface; 500-Assembly cavity; 510-First structural section; 520-Second structural section; 600-Keycap; 700-Outer shell; 710-Receiving cavity; 720-Opening; 730-Limiting channel; 800-Directional switch; 900-Horn switch. Detailed Implementation

[0044] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0045] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0046] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0047] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0048] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0049] As shown in Figure 1, the embodiment provides a rocker switch that can be used in vehicles such as electric bicycles and motorcycles to switch between multiple functions, such as headlights and horn.

[0050] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the rocker switch 1000 includes a base unit 100, a button unit 200, a trigger unit 300, and a reset unit 400.

[0051] The base unit 100 is provided with a receiving cavity 101. The button unit 200 is disposed in the receiving cavity 101. In this embodiment, the button unit 200 includes a first button 210 and a plurality of second buttons 220. The plurality of second buttons 220 are disposed around the periphery of the first button 210.

[0052] The trigger unit 300 includes a ball-head trigger 310 and a trigger assembly 320. The ball-head trigger 310 is movably mounted on the base unit 100. The ball-head trigger 310 includes a plurality of trigger parts 311, which are inserted into the receiving cavity 101. A plurality of second buttons 220 are correspondingly arranged on the movement path of the plurality of trigger parts 311.

[0053] Referring to Figure 4, the ball-head trigger 310 and the base unit 100 also cooperate to form an assembly cavity 500, which is connected to the receiving cavity 101. The trigger assembly 320 is slidably installed in the assembly cavity 500, and the first button 210 can be set on the movement path of the trigger assembly 320.

[0054] The reset unit 400 is also installed in the assembly cavity 500. The reset unit 400 acts on the trigger unit 300 and can be used to drive the trigger unit 300 to reset.

[0055] During use, the corresponding first button 210 and second button 220 can be triggered by toggling the trigger unit 300, enabling control of different functions. For example, several second buttons 220 can be controlled by toggling the ball-head trigger 310, and the first button 210 can be controlled by toggling the trigger assembly 320. In other words, multiple functions can be controlled via the rocker switch 1000, thereby reducing the number of corresponding switches in the vehicle and reducing its footprint. Furthermore, the reset unit 400 can reset the trigger unit 300 so that the user can operate it again.

[0056] As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the button unit 200 further includes a circuit board 230, on which the first button 210 and the second button 220 are both integrated. In some embodiments, the button unit 200 may include four second buttons 220. The four second buttons 220 are evenly distributed around the periphery of the first button 210. It can be understood that the first button 210 and the four second buttons 220 may be arranged in a cross shape.

[0057] In other embodiments, the button unit 200 may also include one, two, three, or five second buttons 220. When the button unit 200 includes multiple second buttons 220, the multiple second buttons 220 may be evenly or non-evenly distributed around the first button 210.

[0058] As shown in Figures 1 to 3, the base unit 100 may include a base plate 110, a first ball-head support 120, and a second ball-head support 130. The first ball-head support 120 and the second ball-head support 130 are hemispherical shells. The first ball-head support 120 can cooperate with the base plate 110 to form an accommodating cavity 101. The second ball-head support 130 can be sleeved on the side of the first ball-head support 120 away from the base plate 110, and the second ball-head support 130 and the first ball-head support 120 are spaced apart, cooperating to form an arc-shaped cavity 102.

[0059] The button unit 200 can be fixedly disposed on the side of the base plate 110 near the first ball head support 120, and the first button 210 and the second button 220 are located on the side of the circuit board 230 away from the base plate 110.

[0060] In some embodiments, the first ball head support 120 is further provided with a clearance hole 121, which connects the arc-shaped cavity 102 and the receiving cavity 101. In the embodiments, the number of clearance holes 121 can be equal to the number of second buttons 220, that is, the first ball head support 120 can be provided with four clearance holes 121, and the four clearance holes 121 can correspond one-to-one with the four second buttons 220.

[0061] The first ball joint support 120 has a protruding first engaging portion 122 on the side facing the second ball joint support 130, and the first engaging portion 122 can be disposed at the edge of the first ball joint support 120. The second ball joint support 130 can be provided with a second engaging portion 131 adapted to the first engaging portion 122. The first engaging portion 122 and the second engaging portion 131 engage to achieve relative fixation between the first ball joint support 120 and the second ball joint support 130. In some embodiments, four sets of the first engaging portion 122 and the second engaging portion 131 can be provided, which can be evenly distributed around the periphery of the base unit 100.

[0062] The second ball-head support 130 has a protruding support wall 132 on the side facing the base plate 110. The support wall 132 can be disposed around the periphery of the first ball-head support 120. The circuit board 230 can abut against the base plate 110 and the support wall 132, and be clamped and fixed by the base plate 110 and the support wall 132, thereby fixing the button unit 200 in the base unit 100. In some embodiments, the second ball-head support 130 may include four support walls 132, which can be staggered with four second snap-fit ​​portions 131. In addition, the second ball-head support 130 and the base plate 110 can be fixed by means of screw connection or other methods.

[0063] As shown in Figures 2 and 3, the ball-head trigger 310 may include an integral ball head 312 and an operating lever portion 313, with the ball head 312 located at one end of the operating lever portion 313. The ball head 312 may also be a hemispherical shell shape, adapted to fit the arc-shaped cavity 102. In this embodiment, the ball head 312 is slidably mounted in the arc-shaped groove. The ball head 312 is in close contact with the first ball head support 120 and the second ball head support 130, ensuring smooth sliding of the ball head 312 within the arc-shaped cavity 102 while also providing guidance for the ball head 312 through the first ball head support 120 and the second ball head support 130.

[0064] In some embodiments, the ball head trigger 310 may include four trigger portions 311, which are disposed at the end of the ball head 312 away from the operating lever portion 313. The four trigger portions 311 may be inserted one-to-one into the four clearance holes 121 and extend into the receiving cavity 101.

[0065] In other embodiments, the ball-head trigger 310 may also include one, two, three or five trigger portions 311, and the number of trigger portions 311 is equal to that of the second button 220.

[0066] The operating lever 313 can pass through the second ball head support 130 and protrude from the side of the second ball head support 130 away from the first ball head support 120. During use, the user can move the operating lever 313 to drive the ball head 312 to slide in the arc-shaped cavity 102, thereby driving the trigger part 311 on the corresponding side to act on the corresponding second button 220.

[0067] Referring to Figure 1, four guide blocks 314 are also protruding from the periphery of the operating lever 313. The guide blocks 314 can be located at the end of the operating lever 313 near the ball head 312. Moreover, the four guide blocks 314 can correspond one-to-one with the four trigger parts 311, that is, the guide blocks 314 and the corresponding trigger parts 311 can be on the same meridian.

[0068] Correspondingly, the second ball head support 130 is provided with a guide groove 133 that cooperates with the guide block 314. The end of the guide groove 133 facing the operating lever 313 may be open. When the user moves the operating lever 313 to one side, the guide block 314 on the corresponding side can be inserted into the corresponding guide groove 133 to provide a guiding function for the movement of the ball head trigger 310, ensuring that the trigger part 311 on the corresponding side smoothly triggers the corresponding second button 220.

[0069] As shown in Figures 2 to 4, in some embodiments, the operating lever portion 313 may be a hollow structure, that is, the operating lever portion 313 presents a tubular structure. The first ball-head support member 120 has an extension tube portion 123 protruding from the side facing the button unit 200, and the extension tube portion 123 may be opposite to and communicate with the operating lever portion 313. Accordingly, the operating lever portion 313 and the extension tube portion 123 may cooperate to form an assembly cavity 500, which may include a first structural segment 510 located within the extension tube portion 123 and a second structural segment 520 located within the operating lever portion 313.

[0070] The trigger assembly 320 may include a trigger element 321, a transmission rod 322, and an operating element 323. The trigger element 321 is slidably mounted in the first structural segment 510. One end of the trigger element 321 protrudes relative to the receiving cavity 101 and abuts against the first button 210.

[0071] Both the operating element 323 and the transmission rod 322 are slidably mounted on the second structural section 520. One end of the transmission rod 322 may be opposite to the end of the trigger element 321 away from the first button 210. The operating element 323 is fixedly connected to the end of the transmission rod 322 away from the trigger element 321, and the end of the operating element 323 away from the trigger element 321 may protrude relative to the end of the second structural section 520 away from the first structural section 510.

[0072] In some embodiments, a first limiting edge 3211 protrudes from the periphery of the trigger member 321 near the end of the first button 210. A second limiting edge 1231 protrudes from the inner wall of the extension tube portion 123 near the end of the first button 210. The inner diameter of the second limiting edge 1231 is smaller than the outer diameter of the first limiting edge 3211. Accordingly, the first limiting edge 3211 can be limited to the side of the second limiting edge 1231 near the first button 210.

[0073] A limiting stage 3231 is provided at the end of the operating member 323 near the trigger member 321. A third limiting edge 3131 protrudes from the inner wall of the end of the operating lever portion 313 away from the ball head 312. The limiting stage 3231 can be limited to the side of the third limiting edge 3131 near the trigger member 321, thereby limiting the end of the operating member 323 near the trigger member 321 within the second structural section 520 and preventing the trigger assembly 320 from detaching from the ball head trigger member 310.

[0074] As shown in Figures 2 to 4, the reset unit 400 may include an elastic element 410 and a sliding sleeve 420. In some embodiments, the elastic element 410 may be a spring.

[0075] In other embodiments, the elastic element 410 may also be a flexible sleeve, a spring sheet, or other structure.

[0076] In this embodiment, the sliding sleeve 420 is slidably disposed in the assembly cavity 500 and sleeved around the periphery of the transmission rod 322. A gap is also provided between the sliding sleeve 420 and the transmission rod 322. An abutment flange 421 is provided protruding from the inner wall of the end of the sliding sleeve 420 away from the operating member 323.

[0077] The elastic element 410 can be sleeved on the transmission rod 322 and located between the sliding sleeve 420 and the operating element 323. In the embodiment, one end of the elastic element 410 can extend into the sliding sleeve 420 and abut against the end of the abutment edge 421 facing the operating element 323. On the one hand, the elastic element 410 can act on the sliding sleeve 420; on the other hand, it can also provide radial limiting for the elastic element 410.

[0078] The end of the elastic member 410 away from the sliding sleeve 420 can abut against the operating member 323. In addition, the end of the operating member 323 near the elastic member 410 is provided with a groove 3232, and the end of the elastic member 410 near the operating member 323 can be confined in the groove 3232 to provide radial limit for the elastic member 410 and ensure that the elastic member 410 acts stably on the operating member 323.

[0079] In some embodiments, the inner wall of the first structural segment 510 near the end of the second structural segment 520 is further provided with a first inclined surface 1232. The first inclined surface 1232 may gradually slope from the end near the second structural segment 520 to the end away from the second structural segment 520 towards the central axis of the assembly cavity 500. That is, the first inclined surface 1232 is inverted conical.

[0080] The outer wall of the sliding sleeve 420 near the trigger 321 is provided with a second inclined surface 422 that matches the first inclined surface 1232. The second inclined surface 422 can be fitted to the first inclined surface 1232. Thus, the sliding stroke of the sliding sleeve 420 can be limited.

[0081] When the operating member 323 is not subjected to external force applied by the user, the first limiting edge 3211 can abut against the second limiting edge 1231, the limiting platform 3231 can abut against the third limiting edge 3131, the second inclined surface 422 abuts against the first inclined surface 1232, and the elastic member 410 is in a naturally elongated state or a compressed state.

[0082] In other embodiments, the end of the transmission rod 322 away from the operating member 323 may pass through the assembly cavity 500 and extend into the receiving cavity 101 opposite to the first button 210. When the operating member 323 is not subjected to external force applied by the user, there may be a gap or contact between the transmission rod 322 and the first button 210.

[0083] In addition, the sidewalls of the sliding sleeve 420 can fit against the inner wall of the second structural section 520.

[0084] In this embodiment, the end of the operating member 323 away from the trigger member 321 is also fixedly connected to a keycap 600, which makes it convenient for the user to hold and operate.

[0085] During use, when the first button 210 needs to be triggered, the user can press the keycap 600 to drive the trigger component 320 to move closer to the first button 210, thereby pressing the first button 210. During this process, the elastic element 410 can undergo elastic deformation and store elastic potential energy. When the user removes the force applied to the keycap 600, the trigger component 320 can reset in the direction away from the first button 210 under the action of the elastic element 410, so as to perform the next operation.

[0086] When a second button 220 needs to be triggered, the user can flick the keycap 600 to the corresponding side, causing the ball-trigger 310 to slide and tilt to the corresponding side. This allows the trigger portion 311 on the corresponding side to press against the second button 220 and trigger it. During the tilting process of the ball-trigger 310, the sliding sleeve 420 can be squeezed, causing it to move away from the first structural segment 510. The sliding sleeve 420 can also squeeze the elastic member 410. When the user removes the force applied to the keycap 600, the elastic member 410 can drive the sliding sleeve 420 to move closer to the first structural segment 510. During this process, the sliding sleeve 420 can act on the ball-trigger 310 to cause it to separate and reset from the second button 220.

[0087] As shown in Figure 5, an embodiment of this application provides a switch assembly, which includes a housing 700, a circuit board, and a rocker switch 1000 as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0088] The housing 700 has a receiving cavity 710. One side of the housing 700 is provided with an opening 720 communicating with the receiving cavity 710. The rocker switch 1000 is partially disposed in the receiving cavity 710 to provide protection and limit the rocker switch 1000 through the housing 700. The rocker switch 1000 partially passes through the opening 720 and is located outside the receiving cavity 710 so that the user can operate the rocker switch 1000.

[0089] In this embodiment, the trigger unit 300 is movably disposed at the opening 720, that is, the user can move the trigger unit 300, for example, to the left, right, up, down, diagonally up, or diagonally down. At the same time, the user can also press the trigger unit 300 along the center line of the opening 720.

[0090] Additionally, the circuit board is located on the side of the rocker switch 1000 away from the opening 720, and is electrically connected to the button unit 200. The circuit board can be a printed circuit board (PCB) or a flexible printed circuit board (FPC).

[0091] The switch assembly provided in this embodiment generates a corresponding electrical signal in the button unit 200 when the user toggles or presses the trigger unit 300. The circuit board receives the electrical signal and sends control commands to the instrument system. This allows the user to select between different functions by toggling the trigger unit 300. After selecting a function, pressing the trigger unit 300 activates that function. For example, if the initial state displayed on the instrument panel is the home screen, toggling the trigger unit allows the user to find a music app, pressing the trigger unit 300 activates the music app interface, and toggling the trigger unit 300 again allows the user to find a specific song and press it to play it. The volume can also be increased or decreased using a stepless toggle. Thus, the user is freed from dealing with numerous buttons and is less distracted while driving, improving driving safety by eliminating the need to focus on selecting and confirming functions.

[0092] As shown in Figure 2, in some embodiments of this application, the switch assembly further includes a turn signal switch 800. A limiting channel 730 is provided on one side of the housing 700. One end of the turn signal switch 800 passes through the limiting channel 730 and connects the turn signal switch 800 to the circuit board. The turn signal switch 800 is rotatably connected to the housing. The user can turn the turn signal switch 800 so that the circuit board receives the turn signal from the turn signal switch 800 and sends a turn control command to the instrument system.

[0093] As shown in Figure 2, in some embodiments of this application, the switch assembly further includes a horn switch 900, which is electrically connected to the circuit board. The horn switch 900 is connected to the housing 700 by a snap-fit ​​mechanism. By connecting the terminals of the horn switch 900 to the circuit board, when the user presses the horn switch 900, the circuit board receives the electrical signal from the horn switch 900 and sends a control command to the instrument system.

[0094] It is understandable that by setting up a rocker switch 1000, a turn switch 800, and a horn switch 900 on the housing 700, the multifunctionality, ease of operation, and versatility of the switch assembly are improved, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0095] The embodiment also provides a means of transportation, which may include the means of transportation body and the rocker switch or the switch assembly provided in any of the above embodiments. The means of transportation may be a motorcycle, electric bicycle, tricycle, etc.

[0096] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. 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. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0097] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A rocker switch characterized by comprising: The application relates to a key unit, which comprises a base unit, a key unit, a trigger unit and a reset unit. The base unit is provided with a containing cavity. The key unit is arranged in the containing cavity and comprises a first key and a plurality of second keys. The trigger unit comprises a ball head trigger and a trigger assembly. The ball head trigger is movably arranged on the base unit.

2. The rocker switch of claim 1, wherein The ball head trigger comprises a plurality of trigger parts extending into the containing cavity. The plurality of second keys are arranged on the moving path of the plurality of trigger parts one by one.

3. The rocker switch of claim 2, wherein, The ball head trigger and the base unit cooperatively enclose an assembly cavity which is communicated with the containing cavity.

4. The rocker switch according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that The trigger assembly is slidably arranged in the assembly cavity. The first key is arranged on the moving path of the trigger assembly.

5. The rocker switch of claim 4, wherein, The reset unit is arranged in the assembly cavity and acts on the trigger unit. The base unit comprises a bottom plate, a first ball head support and a second ball head support.

6. The rocker switch of claim 1, wherein, The first ball head support cooperatively encloses the containing cavity with the bottom plate. The second ball head support is sleeved on the side of the first ball head support away from the bottom plate. The second ball head support is arranged in a spaced mode with the first ball head support and cooperatively encloses an arc cavity.

7. The rocker switch of claim 6, wherein, The arc cavity is communicated with the containing cavity. The ball head trigger is movably arranged in the arc cavity. The first ball head support is provided with a plurality of avoiding holes. The plurality of avoiding holes are communicated between the arc cavity and the containing cavity. The plurality of trigger parts are inserted in the plurality of avoiding holes one by one and extend into the containing cavity. The ball head trigger further comprises an operating rod part and a ball head part at one end of the operating rod part. The trigger part is protrusively arranged at the end of the ball head part away from the operating rod part. The ball head part is slidably arranged in the arc cavity. The operating rod part is protrusively arranged at the side of the second ball head support away from the first ball head support. The side of the operating rod part close to the ball head part is protrusively provided with a plurality of guide blocks. The plurality of guide blocks are arranged on the same meridian line one by one. The second ball head support is provided with a plurality of guide grooves adapted to the guide blocks at one end close to the operating rod part. The plurality of guide grooves are opposite to the plurality of guide blocks one by one. The trigger assembly comprises a trigger, a transmission rod and an operating part. One end of the trigger protrudes relative to the containing cavity and abuts against the first key. One end of the transmission rod is opposite to the trigger. The operating part is connected to the end of the transmission rod away from the trigger. The end of the operating part away from the trigger protrudes relative to the end of the assembly cavity away from the first key. The side of the trigger close to the first key is protrusively provided with a first limiting rim. The inner wall of the assembly cavity close to the first key is protrusively provided with a second limiting rim. The first limiting rim is limited on the side of the second limiting rim close to the first key. The operating member is provided with a limiting platform at one end away from the trigger member, and the inner wall of the assembly cavity at one end away from the accommodating cavity is provided with a third limiting edge protruding outwardly, and the limiting platform is limited to one side of the third limiting edge close to the accommodating cavity.

8. The rocker switch according to claim 6 or 7, characterized in that The assembly cavity comprises a first structural segment in the base unit and a second structural segment in the ball head trigger member. The reset unit comprises an elastic member and a sliding sleeve, the sliding sleeve is sleeved on the periphery of the transmission rod, the inner wall of the first structural segment at one end close to the second structural segment is provided with a first inclined surface, and the periphery of one end of the sliding sleeve away from the operating member is provided with a second inclined surface matched with the first inclined surface. The first inclined surface gradually inclines to the direction close to the center axis of the assembly cavity from one end close to the second structural segment to one end away from the second structural segment. The elastic member abuts between the sliding sleeve and the operating member, and when the operating member is not subjected to external force, the elastic member is in a natural elongation state or a compression state.

9. The rocker switch of claim 8, wherein, The side wall of the periphery of the sliding sleeve is attached to the inner wall of the second structural segment.

10. A switch assembly characterized in that, The switch assembly comprises a shell, a circuit board and the rocker switch of any one of claims 1 to 9. The shell has a receiving cavity and is provided with an opening communicating with the receiving cavity, the rocker switch is partially arranged in the receiving cavity, and the trigger unit is movably arranged at the opening. The circuit board is arranged on one side of the rocker switch away from the opening and is electrically connected with the key unit.

11. The switch assembly of claim 10, wherein, The switch assembly further comprises a steering switch, one end of the steering switch is arranged in the limiting channel, and the steering switch is connected with the circuit board.

12. The switch assembly of claim 10, wherein, The switch assembly further comprises a horn switch, and the horn switch is electrically connected with the circuit board.

13. A vehicle, characterized by The switch assembly comprises the rocker switch of any one of claims 1 to 9 or the switch assembly of any one of claims 10 to 12.

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