TWM622007U - Connector module - Google Patents

Abstract

A connector module is provided. The connector module includes a module housing, a connector, a cover and a positioning mechanism. The connector is disposed in the module housing. The cover pivots on the module housing. The cover pivots between a first orientation and a second orientation relative to the module housing. When the cover is in the first orientation, the cover covers the connector. When the cover is in the second orientation, the connector is uncovered. The positioning mechanism is disposed in the module housing. When the cover is in the first orientation, the positioning mechanism restricts the cover to keep the cover in the first orientation. When the cover is in the second orientation, the positioning mechanism restricts the cover to keep the cover in the second orientation.

Description

connector module

The embodiments of the present invention relate to a connector module, and particularly relate to a connector module with an outer cover.

The conventional connector module has an outer cover, and the outer cover can protect the connector from contamination such as dust or moisture. The conventional outer cover is generally made of soft material, and when the user rotates the outer cover, the outer cover is elastically deformed to achieve the effect of opening the outer cover. However, in the prior art, after the user's external force is removed, the outer cover is likely to fall back to cover the connector, causing interference between the cable and the outer cover when the user plugs or unplugs the cable from the connector. .

The embodiment of the present invention provides a connector module in order to solve the problem of the prior art, which includes a module housing, a connector, an outer cover and a positioning mechanism. The connector is arranged in the module housing. The outer cover is pivotally connected to the module casing, wherein the outer cover is suitable for pivoting between a first position and a second position relative to the module casing. When the outer cover is in the first position, the outer cover is in the first position. The outer cover covers the connector, and when the outer cover is in the second orientation, the connector is uncovered. The positioning mechanism is arranged on the module housing. When the outer cover is in the first position, the positioning mechanism restricts the outer cover to make the outer cover stay in the first position. When the outer cover is in the first position In the second orientation, the positioning mechanism limits the outer cover so that the outer cover stays in the second orientation.

In one embodiment, the positioning mechanism includes an elastic element and an engaging piece, the outer cover includes a first outer cover engaging portion and a second outer cover engaging portion, the elastic element is connected to the module housing and pushes the engaging piece, when the outer cover is in the first position, the engaging piece engages with the engaging portion of the first outer cover, and when the outer cover is in the second orientation, the engaging piece snaps close the second outer cover engaging portion.

In one embodiment, the elastic element includes a compression spring, the engaging member includes a steel ball, the first cover engaging portion includes a first recess, and the second cover engaging portion includes a second recess Department.

In one embodiment, the module housing has a housing opening, the elastic element is disposed in the housing opening, and the engaging member at least partially protrudes out of the housing opening.

In one embodiment, the connector module further includes a pivot, wherein the outer cover includes an outer cover pivot portion and an outer cover covering portion, the outer cover pivot portion is connected to the outer cover covering portion, The module casing includes a casing notch, the outer cover pivoting portion is located in the casing notch, the pivot shaft passes through the outer cover pivoting portion to connect to the module casing, and the outer cover covering portion is suitable for to cover the connector.

In one embodiment, the first outer cover engaging portion and the second outer cover engaging portion are formed on the outer cover pivoting portion, and the engaging member is located within the casing notch.

In one embodiment, the connector module further includes a waterproof material, wherein an outer cover groove is formed on the outer cover covering portion, and the waterproof material is disposed in the outer cover groove and faces the connector.

In one embodiment, the waterproof material has an annular waterproof rib, the module casing includes a casing surface, a casing opening is formed on the casing surface, and the connector is located in the casing opening. When the outer cover is in the first orientation, the annular waterproof rib abuts the surface of the casing.

In one embodiment, the module housing has a housing outer wall, the housing outer wall defines a housing recess, and when the outer cover is in the first orientation, the outer cover covering portion is located in the housing recess within and surrounded by the outer wall of the shell.

In one embodiment, the outer wall of the casing has an outer wall notch, and when the outer cover is in the first position, the outer wall notch is located below the covering portion of the outer cover.

By applying the connector module of the inventive embodiment, the outer cover can be positioned in the first orientation (closed) and the second orientation (opened) by the positioning mechanism. Therefore, when the user plugs and unplugs the cable to the connector, the outer cover can stay in the second position, so as to avoid the interference between the cable and the outer cover. In addition, when the outer cover is in the closed state, due to the positioning effect of the positioning mechanism, the outer cover can be securely closed, which improves the problem of water entering due to inaccurate closing. In this creative embodiment, the outer cover is easy to close, and no additional pressing force is required to achieve the exact effect of closing.

Referring to FIG. 1 , it shows the appearance of the locomotive M of the embodiment of the present invention, including the faucet 91 , the front wheel 92 , the rear wheel 93 , the seat cushion 94 , the power system 95 and other components.

The locomotive M includes a front section, a middle section, a rear section, and the like. The front section of the locomotive M is provided with components such as a faucet 91, a front wheel 92, a direction light and a key hole. The middle section of the locomotive M is provided with components such as a power system 95 , a seat cushion 94 and a tripod. The rear section of the locomotive M is provided with tail lights, rear wheels 93, fenders and other elements.

The faucet 91 is used to control the traveling direction of the locomotive M, and functional parts can be installed on the faucet 91, including instruments, switches, rear mirrors and other units. The faucet 91 also has a handle (including a refueling handle) and a hand brake. The user can control the steering of the faucet 91 through the handle, adjust the throttle angle of the power system 95 through the refueling handle to control the power output, and use the hand brake to turn the locomotive M. slow down. A main light may also be installed on the faucet 91, and the main light provides main light illumination for the locomotive M.

The faucet 91 and the front wheel 92 are linked through the faucet rotating shaft, whereby the angle of the front wheel 92 can be controlled by rotating the faucet 91, thereby controlling the traveling direction of the locomotive M.

The power system 95 connects and drives the rear wheels 93, thereby providing power to the locomotive M to move the locomotive M forward.

FIG. 2A is an exploded view of the connector module of the inventive embodiment. FIG. 2B is a combined view of the connector module of the inventive embodiment. Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B , the connector module C of the present inventive embodiment includes a module housing 1 , a connector 2 , an outer cover 3 and a positioning mechanism 4 . The connector 2 is arranged in the module housing 1 . The outer cover 3 is pivotally connected to the module housing 1, wherein the outer cover 3 is suitable for pivoting between a first orientation (FIG. 2B) and a second orientation (not shown) relative to the module housing 1 . When the outer cover 3 is in the first orientation ( FIG. 2B ), the outer cover 3 covers the connector 2 . When the cover 3 is in the second orientation (not shown), the connector 2 is uncovered. The positioning mechanism 4 is arranged on the module housing. When the outer cover 3 is in the first orientation, the positioning mechanism 4 limits the outer cover 3 so that the outer cover 3 stays in the first orientation. When the outer cover 3 is in the second orientation, the positioning mechanism 4 limits the outer cover 3 so that the outer cover 3 stays in the second orientation.

In one embodiment, the connector 2 may be a Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector, but the above disclosure does not limit the present invention.

FIG. 3 shows the detailed structure of the outer cover of the present creative embodiment. 2A, 2B and 3, in one embodiment, the positioning mechanism 4 includes an elastic element 41 and an engaging member 42, and the outer cover 3 includes a first outer cover engaging portion 31 and a second cover The outer cover engaging portion 32, the elastic element 41 is connected to the module housing 1 and pushes the engaging member 42. When the outer cover 3 is in the first orientation, the engaging member 42 engages with the first outer cover engaging portion 31 . Thereby, the positioning mechanism 4 limits the outer cover 3 so that the outer cover 3 stays in the first orientation. When the outer cover 3 is in the second orientation, the engaging member 42 engages with the second outer cover engaging portion 32 . Thereby, the positioning mechanism 4 limits the outer cover 3 so that the outer cover 3 stays in the second orientation.

In one embodiment, the number of the engaging parts of the outer cover can be further increased, and the above disclosure does not limit the present invention.

In one embodiment, the included angle between the first orientation and the second orientation may be 90 degrees to 150 degrees, and the above disclosure does not limit the present invention.

2A, 2B and 3, in one embodiment, the elastic element 41 is a compression spring, the engaging member 42 is a steel ball, and the first outer cover engaging portion 31 is a first recessed portion, The second outer cover engaging portion 32 is a second concave portion.

2A and 2B, in one embodiment, the module housing 1 has a housing opening 11 , the elastic element 41 is disposed in the housing opening 11 , and the engaging member 42 is at least partially It protrudes out of the casing opening 11 .

Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B, in one embodiment, the connector module C further includes a pivot 51, wherein the outer cover 3 includes an outer cover pivoting portion 33 and an outer cover covering portion 34, The outer cover pivoting portion 33 is connected to the outer cover covering portion 34 , the module housing 1 includes a casing notch 12 , the outer cover pivoting portion 33 is located in the casing notch 12 , and the pivot shaft 51 passes through The outer cover pivot portion 33 is connected to the module housing 1 , and the outer cover covering portion 34 is adapted to cover the connector 2 .

Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B, in one embodiment, the connector module C further includes a nut 52, and one end of the pivot 51 is locked and connected to the nut 52, whereby the pivot 51 is stable Connect the outer cover pivot portion 33 and the module housing 1 .

Referring to FIGS. 2A , 2B and 3 , in one embodiment, the first outer cover engaging portion 31 and the second outer cover engaging portion 32 are formed on the outer cover pivoting portion 33 . The piece 42 is located within the housing recess 12 .

FIG. 4 shows the detailed structure of the waterproof material of the embodiment of the present invention. Referring to FIGS. 3 and 4 , in one embodiment, the connector module C further includes a waterproof material 6 , wherein the outer cover covering portion 34 is formed with an outer cover groove 341 , and the waterproof material 6 is disposed in the waterproof material 6 . Inside the cover groove 341 and toward the connector. In one embodiment, the waterproof material 6 has a waterproof material fitting portion 61 , and the waterproof material fitting portion 61 is suitable for fitting the outer cover portion 34 , thereby stably restricting the position of the waterproof material 6 .

FIG. 5 shows the situation in which the waterproof material of the present invention is in contact with the casing. 2A, 2B, 3 and 5, in one embodiment, the waterproof material 6 has an annular waterproof rib 62, the module casing 1 includes a casing surface 13, and a casing opening 14 is formed in The housing surface 13 , the connector 2 is located in the housing opening 14 , when the outer cover 3 is in the first orientation, the annular waterproof rib 62 abuts the housing surface 13 .

Referring to FIGS. 2A and 2B together, in one embodiment, the module casing 1 has a casing outer wall 15 , and the casing outer wall 15 defines a casing recess 151 . When the outer cover 3 is in the first orientation, the outer cover covering portion 34 is inside the casing recess 151 and surrounded by the casing outer wall 15 . The aforementioned casing surface 13 is located at the bottom of the casing recess 151 .

2A and 2B , in one embodiment, the outer wall 15 of the casing has an outer wall notch 152 . When the outer cover 3 is in the first position, the outer wall notch 152 is located in the outer cover covering portion 34 below. The outer wall notch 152 can provide a drainage function to prevent moisture from accumulating in the housing recess 151 .

2A and 2B, in one embodiment, the outer cover 3 further includes an outer cover push portion 35, when the outer cover 3 is in the first position, the outer cover push portion 35 corresponds to the outer cover Wall notches 152. The outer cover pushing portion 35 is convenient for the user to perform the action of turning over the outer cover 3 .

Figures 6A and 6B show the situation in which the connector module of the inventive embodiment is disposed on the front decorative cover. Referring to Figures 1, 6A and 6B, in one embodiment, the connector module C is fixed to the front trim cover 96 by means of screw locking, so that the user can easily connect the electronic device through the connector module C. Charge.

By applying the connector module of the inventive embodiment, the outer cover can be positioned in the first orientation (closed) and the second orientation (opened) by the positioning mechanism. Therefore, when the user plugs and unplugs the cable to the connector, the outer cover can stay in the second position, so as to avoid the interference between the cable and the outer cover. In addition, when the outer cover is in the closed state, due to the positioning effect of the positioning mechanism, the outer cover can be securely closed, which improves the problem of water entering due to inaccurate closing. In this creative embodiment, the outer cover is easy to close, and no additional pressing force is required to achieve the exact effect of closing.

In the embodiment of the present creation, the locomotive defined by the present creation may include a fuel locomotive, an electric locomotive or other motor vehicles.

Although this creation has been disclosed above with specific preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit this creation. Anyone who is familiar with this technology can still make some changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of this creation. Therefore, the scope of protection of this creation should be determined by the scope of the appended patent application.

C: Connector Module 1: Module shell 11: Shell opening 12: Shell gap 13: Shell surface 14: Shell opening 15: Shell outer wall 151: Shell recess 152: Exterior Wall Gap 2: Connector 3: Outer cover 31: The first outer cover engaging part 32: Second outer cover engaging part 33: Outer cover pivot part 34: Covering part of the outer cover 341: Outer cover groove 35: Outer cover push part 4: Positioning mechanism 41: Elastic unit 42: Engagement part 51: Pivot 52: Nut 6: Waterproof material 61: Waterproof material fitting part 62: Annular waterproof rib M: locomotive 91: Faucet 92: Front Wheel 93: rear wheel 94: Seat Cushion 95: Powertrain 96: Front trim cover

Figure 1 shows the appearance of the locomotive in the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2A is an exploded view of the connector module of the inventive embodiment. FIG. 2B is a combined view of the connector module of the inventive embodiment. FIG. 3 shows the detailed structure of the outer cover of the present creative embodiment. FIG. 4 shows the detailed structure of the waterproof material of the embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 shows the situation in which the waterproof material of the present invention is in contact with the casing. Figures 6A and 6B show the situation in which the connector module of the inventive embodiment is disposed on the front decorative cover.

C: Connector Module

1: Module shell

11: Shell opening

12: Shell gap

13: Shell surface

14: Shell opening

15: Shell outer wall

151: Shell recess

152: Exterior Wall Gap

2: Connector

3: Outer cover

32: Second outer cover engaging part

33: Outer cover pivot part

34: Covering part of the outer cover

35: Outer cover push part

4: Positioning mechanism

41: Elastic unit

42: Engagement part

51: Pivot

52: Nut

6: Waterproof material

Claims (10)

A connector module comprises: a module housing; a connector arranged in the module housing; an outer cover pivotally connected to the module housing, wherein the outer cover is adapted to be opposite to the module The housing pivots between a first orientation and a second orientation. When the outer cover is in the first orientation, the outer cover covers the connector, and when the outer cover is in the second orientation, the connector not covered; and a positioning mechanism disposed on the module housing, when the outer cover is in the first orientation, the positioning mechanism limits the outer cover to make the outer cover stay in the first orientation , when the outer cover is in the second orientation, the positioning mechanism limits the outer cover so that the outer cover stays in the second orientation. The connector module according to claim 1, wherein the positioning mechanism comprises an elastic element and an engaging piece, the outer cover comprises a first outer cover engaging portion and a second outer cover engaging portion, the The elastic element is connected to the module housing and pushes the engaging piece. When the outer cover is in the first position, the engaging piece is engaged with the first outer cover engaging portion, and when the outer cover is in the second position In the orientation, the engaging piece engages with the engaging portion of the second outer cover. The connector module of claim 2, wherein the elastic element includes a compression spring, the engaging member includes a steel ball, the first cover engaging portion includes a first concave portion, and the second cover includes a The engaging portion includes a second concave portion. The connector module as claimed in claim 2, wherein the module housing has a housing opening, the elastic element is arranged in the housing opening, and the engaging member at least partially protrudes from the housing outside the body opening. The connector module according to claim 4, further comprising a pivot, wherein the outer cover comprises an outer cover pivot part and an outer cover covering part, the outer cover pivot part is connected to the outer cover covering part , the module casing includes a casing notch, the outer cover pivot part is located in the casing notch, the pivot shaft passes through the outer cover pivot part to connect the module casing, the outer cover covering part adapted to cover the connector. The connector module of claim 5, wherein the first outer cover engaging portion and the second outer cover engaging portion are formed on the outer cover pivoting portion, and the engaging member is located on the housing within the gap. The connector module according to claim 6, further comprising a waterproof material, wherein an outer cover groove is formed on the outer cover covering part, and the waterproof material is arranged in the outer cover groove and faces the connector . The connector module according to claim 7, wherein the waterproof material has an annular waterproof rib, the module housing includes a housing surface, a housing opening is formed on the housing surface, and the connector is located on the surface of the housing. Inside the casing opening, when the outer cover is in the first orientation, the annular waterproof rib abuts the casing surface. The connector module of claim 7, wherein the module housing has a housing outer wall, the housing outer wall defines a housing recess, and when the outer cover is in the first position, the outer cover is in the first position. The covering part is located in the recessed part of the casing and surrounded by the outer wall of the casing. The connector module according to claim 9, wherein the outer wall of the housing has an outer wall notch, and when the outer cover is in the first orientation, the outer wall notch is located below the covering portion of the outer cover.

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