NFC module and device having NFC function

Abstract

Provided in the embodiments of the present application are an NFC module and a device having an NFC function. The NFC module comprises a first recognition part and a second recognition part, a first included angle being formed between a first plane where the first recognition part is located and a second plane where the second recognition part is located. Both front and side surfaces of the NFC module have desirable sensing experience, thereby expanding the recognition range of NFC.

Description

NFC modules and devices with NFC functionality Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of NFC technology, and more particularly to an NFC module and a device with NFC functionality. Background Technology

[0002] Near Field Communication (NFC) is an emerging technology that allows devices (such as mobile phones) to exchange data when they are close to each other. It evolved from contactless radio frequency identification (RFID) and interconnection technologies. By integrating inductive card readers, inductive cards, and peer-to-peer communication functions onto a single chip, it enables applications such as mobile payments, electronic ticketing, access control, mobile identity verification, and anti-counterfeiting using mobile terminals. However, existing NFC modules have a limited recognition range, affecting the user experience.

[0003] Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides an NFC module that can increase the recognition range and a device with NFC function.

[0005] This application provides an NFC module, including a first identification unit and a second identification unit, wherein a first angle is formed between a first plane where the first identification unit is located and a second plane where the second identification unit is located.

[0006] Furthermore, the first included angle is a right angle.

[0007] Furthermore, the second identification unit is connected to the first identification unit.

[0008] Furthermore, the second identification portion extends downward from the first identification portion.

[0009] Furthermore, the first identification portion is arranged in a ring, and / or the second identification portion is arranged in a ring.

[0010] Furthermore, the NFC module also includes a third identification unit, which is located on one side of the first identification unit along the height direction of the NFC module.

[0011] Furthermore, along the height direction of the NFC module, the second identification unit is located on one side of the third identification unit.

[0012] Furthermore, the NFC module also includes a fourth identification unit, and a second angle is formed between the third plane where the third identification unit is located and the fourth plane where the fourth identification unit is located.

[0013] Furthermore, the fourth identification unit is connected to the third identification unit.

[0014] Furthermore, the fourth identification portion extends downward from the third identification portion.

[0015] Furthermore, the third identification portion forms a ring, and / or the fourth identification portion forms a ring.

[0016] Furthermore, the area of ​​the ring formed by the third identification part is larger than the area of ​​the ring formed by the first identification part.

[0017] Furthermore, the second included angle is a right angle.

[0018] Furthermore, the NFC module includes a control board, and the first identification unit and the third identification unit are electrically connected to the control board respectively.

[0019] Furthermore, along the height direction of the NFC module, the first identification unit, the second identification unit, the third identification unit, and the fourth identification unit are arranged sequentially, and the second identification unit, the fourth identification unit, and the control board do not overlap.

[0020] This application also provides a device with NFC functionality, including the NFC module described above.

[0021] The NFC module of this application includes a first identification unit and a second identification unit. A first angle is formed between the second plane where the second identification unit is located and the first plane where the first identification unit is located. The NFC module has a better sensing experience on both the front and the side, thus expanding the recognition range of NFC. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of an NFC module according to an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 2 shows a side view of the NFC module shown in Figure 1;

[0024] Figure 3 shows a schematic diagram of the connection between the first identification unit shown in Figure 1 and the control board;

[0025] Figure 4 shows a schematic diagram of the connection between the third identification unit shown in Figure 1 and the control board. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0027] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movements between components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0028] The user information (including but not limited to user device information, user personal information, etc.) and data (including but not limited to data used for analysis, data stored, data displayed, etc.) involved in this application are all information and data authorized by the user or fully authorized by all parties. Furthermore, the collection, use and processing of the relevant data must comply with the relevant laws, regulations and standards of the relevant countries and regions, and corresponding operation entry points are provided for users to choose to authorize or refuse.

[0029] Referring to Figures 1, 2, 3, and 4, the NFC module 100 according to this embodiment includes a first identification unit 1 and a second identification unit 2, with a first angle formed between the first plane where the first identification unit 1 is located and the second plane where the second identification unit 2 is located. The NFC module 100 provides a good sensing experience on both its front and sides, expanding the NFC recognition range.

[0030] In some embodiments, the first included angle is a right angle. This application does not limit the angle of the first included angle.

[0031] In some embodiments, the second identification unit 2 is connected to the first identification unit 1. Alternatively, the second identification unit 2 and the first identification unit 1 can be configured independently.

[0032] In some embodiments, the second identification part 2 extends downward from the first identification part 1, which not only facilitates processing and shaping, but also facilitates the assembly and fixation of the NFC module 100.

[0033] In some embodiments, the first identification part 1 is arranged in a ring, and / or the second identification part 2 is arranged in a ring.

[0034] In some embodiments, the first identification part 1 has a first hole 10 for a fastener (not shown) to pass through, so as to fix the NFC module 100 to the housing (not shown) of the NFC device (not shown). The fastener may be a bolt or screw, etc.

[0035] In some embodiments, the NFC module 100 further includes a third identification unit 3, which is located on one side of the first identification unit 1 along the height direction of the NFC module 100, so as to improve the identification range of the NFC module 100.

[0036] In some embodiments, the second identification unit 2 is located on one side of the third identification unit 3 along the height direction of the NFC module 100, so as to improve the identification range of the NFC module 100.

[0037] In some embodiments, the NFC module 100 further includes a fourth identification unit 4, and a second angle is formed between the third plane where the third identification unit 3 is located and the fourth plane where the fourth identification unit 4 is located. The NFC module 100 provides a better sensing experience on both its front and sides, expanding the NFC recognition range.

[0038] In some embodiments, the fourth identification unit 4 is connected to the third identification unit 3. Alternatively, the fourth identification unit 4 and the third identification unit 3 may be provided independently.

[0039] In some embodiments, the fourth identification part 4 extends downward from the third identification part 3, which not only facilitates processing and shaping, but also facilitates the assembly and fixing of the NFC module 100.

[0040] In some embodiments, the third identification part 3 is arranged in a ring, and / or the fourth identification part 4 is arranged in a ring.

[0041] In some embodiments, the third identification part 3 is provided with a second hole 30 for a fastener (not shown) to pass through, so as to fix the NFC module 100 to the housing (not shown) of the NFC device (not shown). The fastener may be a bolt or screw, etc.

[0042] In some embodiments, the area of ​​the ring formed by the third identification unit 3 is larger than the area of ​​the ring formed by the first identification unit 1, so as to expand the identification range of NFC.

[0043] In some implementations, the second included angle is a right angle.

[0044] In some embodiments, the NFC module 100 includes a control board 5, and the first identification unit 1 and the third identification unit 3 are electrically connected to the control board 5 respectively.

[0045] In some embodiments, the first identification part 1 is provided with a first connecting part 11 for electrical connection with the control board 5; the third identification part 3 is provided with a second connecting part 31 for electrical connection with the control board 5.

[0046] In some embodiments, the first connecting portion 11 is stepped; the second connecting portion 31 is stepped.

[0047] In some embodiments, the first identification unit 1, the second identification unit 2, the third identification unit 3 and the fourth identification unit 4 are arranged sequentially along the height direction of the NFC module 100, and the second identification unit 2, the four identification units 4 and the control board 5 do not overlap, so as to expand the identification range of NFC.

[0048] This application also provides a device with NFC functionality, including the NFC module 100. The NFC-enabled device includes, but is not limited to, point-of-sale (POS) devices, mobile phones, tablets, mobile phone keys, smart tags, and electrical appliances.

[0049] It should be noted that the technical solutions or features described in the above embodiments can be combined or complemented by each other without conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An NFC module, characterized in that, The first recognition part and the second recognition part form a first included angle between a first plane where the first recognition part is located and a second plane where the second recognition part is located.

2. The NFC module of claim 1, wherein, The first included angle is a right angle.

3. The NFC module of claim 1, wherein, The second recognition part is connected with the first recognition part.

4. The NFC module of claim 3, wherein, The second recognition part is formed by extending downward from the first recognition part.

5. The NFC module of claim 4, wherein, The first recognition part forms a ring, and / or the second recognition part forms a ring.

6. The NFC module according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The NFC module further comprises a third recognition part, which is located on one side of the first recognition part along the height direction of the NFC module.

7. The NFC module of claim 6, wherein, The second recognition part is located on one side of the third recognition part along the height direction of the NFC module.

8. The NFC module of claim 6, wherein, The NFC module further comprises a fourth recognition part, which forms a second included angle between a third plane where the third recognition part is located and a fourth plane where the fourth recognition part is located.

9. The NFC module of claim 8, wherein, The fourth recognition part is connected with the third recognition part.

10. The NFC module of claim 9, wherein, The fourth recognition part is formed by extending downward from the third recognition part.

11. The NFC module of claim 10, wherein, The third recognition part forms a ring, and / or the fourth recognition part forms a ring.

12. The NFC module of claim 11, wherein, The area of the ring formed by the third recognition part is larger than the area of the ring formed by the first recognition part.

13. The NFC module of claim 8, wherein, The second included angle is a right angle.

14. The NFC module of claim 8, wherein, The NFC module comprises a control board, and the first recognition part and the third recognition part are electrically connected with the control board respectively.

15. The NFC module of claim 14, wherein, The first recognition part, the second recognition part, the third recognition part and the fourth recognition part are sequentially arranged along the height direction of the NFC module, and the second recognition part, the fourth recognition part and the control board do not overlap.

16. A device with NFC functionality, characterized in that The NFC module comprises the NFC module as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 15. The NFC module comprises the NFC module as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 15.

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