KR20140075089A

KR20140075089A - Mobile terminal rear case and mobile terminal protection cover having band

Info

Publication number: KR20140075089A
Application number: KR1020120142837A
Authority: KR
Inventors: 김명숙
Original assignee: 김명숙
Priority date: 2012-12-10
Filing date: 2012-12-10
Publication date: 2014-06-19

Abstract

A main body (2) of a rear case for a portable terminal or a main body (4) of a protective cover for a portable terminal in which engaging holes (15, 15A) are formed on both sides of the back surface, And the elastic band (6) having a length (L) shorter than an interval (D) between the engaging holes (15, 15A) is provided with engaging projections (25, 25A) A case or a protective cover for a portable terminal is provided.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to a rear case for a portable terminal having a band and a protective cover for a mobile terminal,

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to a rear case and a protective cover used for protecting or decorating a portable terminal.

2. Description of the Related Art Generally, portable terminals such as a smart phone, a portable multimedia device such as a personal digital assistant (PDA), a portable multimedia player (PMP), a tablet, navigation, To be hand-held by the user or supported by the palm of the hand. The terminal main body has a front case and a rear case which are coupled to each other to form a basic outer shape of the terminal main body. 2. Description of the Related Art [0002] In recent years, as a portable terminal has become popular, a protective cover which is detachably coupled to a portable terminal to protect or decorate the portable terminal from damage, pollution, etc. is widely used and widely used.

The following patent document 1 (Korean Utility Model Application No. 20-2012-0006366) and Patent Document 2 (Korean Patent Application Publication No. 10-2012-0084947) disclose that the user can stably and comfortably support the portable terminal for a long time, One technique is presented.

Patent Document 1 relates to a band applied to a rear case for a portable terminal or a protective cover for a portable terminal, which is composed of a rubber band and two fixing members, and the rubber band is attached to the back surface of the rear case or the back surface of the protective cover Both end portions are fixed by two fixing members so as to be closely contacted.

Patent Document 2 relates to a protective cover for a portable terminal, which is composed of a cover body and a band. The band is formed such that both ends of the band are fixed to the cover body from the back side of the cover body, and the insertion space in which the user can insert the hand between the cover body and the cover body is naturally provided.

Since the bands are fixed to the object to be applied (rear case, protective cover) in all of the techniques of Patent Documents 1 and 2, it is difficult or difficult to remove the band from the object to be applied, It is also impossible or difficult to replace the band with the band, or the band may be unintentionally released due to external shock or the like.

In order to insert the hand between the application object and the rubber band, the user first separates the rubber band from the application object, and inserts the rubber band between the application object and the rubber band. There is a problem in that trial and error frequently occur in separating the rubber band from the application object depending on the thickness, material, elasticity, etc. of the rubber band.

In the case of the technique of Patent Document 2, since the band is provided with the insertion space between the cover body and the protruded state from the cover body, it is possible to provide a problem that the volume is increased by the protruded height .

Korea public utility model 20-2012-0006366 (2012.09.12) Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2012-0084947 (Jul. 31, 2012)

[Problem to be solved]

The present invention relates to a rear case for a portable terminal or a protection device for a portable terminal which can easily combine and separate a band for support or prevent a fixed state of a band for holding support from being inadvertently released, The purpose of the cover is to provide.

It is another object of the present invention to provide a rear case for a portable terminal or a protective cover for a portable terminal which can guarantee further improved convenience in use and portability.

The problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to the above-mentioned problems, and other matters not mentioned can be clearly understood from the following description and the like by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention belongs.

[MEANS FOR SOLVING PROBLEMS]

According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a portable terminal comprising: a rear case body constituting a rear case for a portable terminal and having coupling holes formed on both sides of the rear case; Wherein the engaging protrusions are engaged with the engaging holes at both ends in the lengthwise direction to provide elasticity and are shorter in length than the interval between the engaging holes, A rear case for a portable terminal including a band is provided.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a cover for a portable terminal, comprising: a cover body having engaging holes formed on both sides thereof; Wherein the engaging protrusions are engaged with the engaging holes at both ends in the lengthwise direction to provide elasticity and are shorter in length than the interval between the engaging holes, A protective cover for a portable terminal including a band is provided.

Here, each of the engaging projections includes: a projection; And may be formed as an enlarged portion which is provided at the tip portion of the protrusion and whose size is larger than the protrusion. The both engagement holes include an insertion hole into which the protrusion can be fitted together with the extension portion; And a protruding portion fitted in the insertion hole may be formed as a locking hole communicating with the insertion hole and having a size smaller than that of the extending portion so that the both fitting holes can be moved toward each other.

At least one of the two engaging members is engaged with the engaging protrusions when the engaging protrusions are engaged with the engaging holes, respectively, May be spaced from the back surface of the cover body so that a gap is formed between the cover body and the band.

In addition, an opening or a groove for forming a gap between the cover body and the band may be formed on the back surface of the cover body.

In addition, the band may have a through hole through which a user can insert a hand (which may be a finger).

According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a cover body (or a rear case for a portable terminal, which forms a protective cover for a portable terminal and has coupling holes formed on both sides thereof) )Wow; Wherein the coupling protrusions are respectively connected to both ends in the longitudinal direction and are respectively fitted to the coupling holes so as to be respectively provided in the coupling members and are made elastic so that the length is shorter than the interval between the coupling holes, Wherein each of the engaging projections is inserted into the engaging hole and passes through the engaging hole so that the leading end portion of the engaging hole is thermally welded to the engaging hole, (Or a rear case for a mobile terminal) having a large extension portion at its tip portion as compared with the engagement hole.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, there is provided a cover body (or a rear case for a portable terminal, which forms a protective cover for a portable terminal and has a first coupling portion on both sides thereof, Case body); The first and second engaging portions are provided at both ends in the lengthwise direction with a second engaging portion which is engaged with the first engaging portions, respectively, and is made elastic so that the length thereof is shorter than the interval between the both first engaging portions, There is provided a protective cover (or rear case for a portable terminal) for a portable terminal including an elastic band extending.

Here, the second engaging portion is composed of engaging protrusions that are coupled to the left and right sides of the right and left sides of both longitudinal end portions so as to protrude and retract, and are held in a state of being protruded by the elastic members, As shown in Fig.

The above and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become more apparent from the following detailed description of the present invention when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which: Means for solving various problems besides the means will be further presented below.

1 and 2 are perspective views respectively showing a rear case for a portable terminal and a protective cover for a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
3 is a cross-sectional view showing a state where the main body (the cover body and the rear case body) shown in Figs. 1 and 2 and the band are engaged with each other.
Fig. 4 is a configuration diagram showing the state of separation between the main body (cover body and rear case body) and the bands shown in Figs. 1 and 2;
5 and 6 are diagrams showing the second embodiment and the third embodiment of the present invention, respectively.
7 is a perspective view of the main part showing the fourth embodiment of the present invention.
8 is a perspective view of a main part showing a fifth embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. For the sake of convenience, the size, line thickness, and the like of the components shown in the drawings referenced in the description of the present invention may be exaggerated somewhat. The terms used in the description of the present invention are defined in consideration of the functions of the present invention, and thus may vary depending on the user, the intention of the operator, customs, and the like. Therefore, the definition of this term should be based on the contents of this specification as a whole.

1 and 2 are perspective views respectively showing a rear case for a portable terminal and a protective cover for a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

A rear case for a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention forms a back side of a terminal body constituting a portable terminal, and FIG. 1 illustrates a smart phone as one of the portable terminals. A protective cover for a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention is detachably coupled to a portable terminal to protect or decorate the portable terminal from damage, dirt, or the like. FIG. 2 illustrates a protective cover for a smartphone.

1, a rear case for a portable terminal according to a first embodiment of the present invention includes a rear case body 2 and a rear case body 2 constituting a rear case for a portable terminal, And a band (6). 2, the protective cover for a portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention includes a cover body 4 constituting a protective cover and a band 6 detachably coupled to the back surface of the cover body 4 .

Here, the band 6 allows a user to stably and comfortably support a portable terminal (a portable terminal with a rear case or a protective cover coupled thereto) Only the rear cover 2 and the cover main body 4 are different from each other only in the case where the band 6 and the detachable structure are applied to the rear case body 2 The rear case for a portable terminal and the protective cover for a portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described together with the cover body 4 as a 'body'.

For reference, the protective cover for a portable terminal according to the first embodiment of the present invention may be a soft cover made of a soft material such as rubber, silicone, soft synthetic resin, or a hard cover made of a relatively hard hard material Lt; / RTI > 2, the cover body 4 covers the rear portion of the portable terminal when the cover body 4 is coupled to the portable terminal. However, the configuration of the cover body 4 is not limited to the type, And can be variously changed. For example, the cover body 4 may include a rear cover coupled to a rear portion of the portable terminal, and a front cover that is openably connected to the rear cover and covers the front portion of the portable terminal when closed.

A state in which the bands 6 are coupled to the bodies 2 and 4 is shown in Fig. 3 and a state in which the bands 6 are separated from the bodies 2 and 4 is shown in Fig.

As shown in Figs. 3 and 4, the main bodies 2 and 4 are provided with engaging holes 15 on both sides of the back surface thereof, and the band 6 has, at both longitudinal end portions thereof, And an engaging projection 25 is provided to be engaged with and engaged with both engaging holes 15, respectively. The band 6 is formed so as to be partially or entirely made of an elastic material so as to be stretchable so that its length L is shorter than the distance D between the engaging holes 15, (25), respectively, and are engaged with the main bodies (2, 4).

4 shows that two engagement holes 15 are provided on both sides (one side and the other side) of the back surface of the main bodies 2 and 4. However, the number of the engagement holes 15 on one side and the other side . Further, unlike the illustrated one, the arrangement of the one and the other engagement hole 15 can be changed in any direction in different angles in the vertical direction.

Each of the engaging projections 25 is formed of an extended portion 27 provided integrally with the protruding portion 26 and the tip end portion of the protruding portion 26. The enlarged portion 27 is formed so as to have a large circumferential size in the protruding portion 26.

Both of the engaging holes 15 are formed in such a manner that the engaging hole 16 having a size such that the engaging portion 26 can be fitted with the enlarged portion 27 and the engaging portion 26 fitted to the engaging hole 16 are engaged with each other (17) communicating with the insertion hole (16) so that the hole (15) can move toward the mutually facing side and having a size smaller than the expansion portion (27). Of course, the size of the latching hole 17 is smaller than the circumferential size of the enlarged portion 27, but is larger than the circumferential size of the protruding portion 26.

Both the engagement holes 15 and the engagement protrusions 25 having the above-described structure fit the projections 26 into the insertion holes 16 and move the projections 26 toward the engagement holes 17 in this state, (17), the coupling is completed. At this time, the protrusion 26 located in the locking hole 17 is prevented from moving toward the insertion hole 16 due to the force to restore the extended band 6 to the original shape, The engagement protrusions 25 are securely coupled to each other through the engagement holes 15 and the engagement protrusions 25, respectively.

When a user inserts a finger (may be a finger) between the body 2, 4 and the band 6 joined to each other by the engagement holes 15 and the engagement protrusions 25, A portable terminal to which a protective cover is attached) can be stably and comfortably supported for a long period of time.

The angle (posture) of the portable terminal with respect to the user's hand according to the direction of the hand inserted between the combined main body 2, 4 and the band 6 (depending on the angle of intersection of the band 6 and the hand) . Therefore, the user can use the portable terminal while supporting it at a convenient angle to himself / herself. In order to further improve the convenience of such a user, the band 6 is provided with at least one through hole 21 through which a user can insert a hand (which may be a finger). According to the through hole 21, the user can insert the hand between the combined main body 2, 4 and the band 6 in the longitudinal direction of the band 6 to support the portable terminal.

A flat engagement member 23 is connected to both ends of the band 6, and a coupling projection 25 is provided to the engagement member 23, respectively. The projecting portion 26 is projected from the engaging member 23.

The thickness of both engaging members 23 is thicker than the thickness of the band 6 and a gap G having a predetermined size is formed between the combined bodies 2 and 4 and the band 6. [ To this end, it is preferable that the band 6 be connected more sharply toward the opposite side of the bodies 2, 4 at the center of the engagement members 23 or at the center thereof, spaced apart from the bodies 2, 4 by a predetermined distance. The gap G between the main bodies 2 and 4 and the band 6 allows the user to insert the hand between the main bodies 2 and 4 and the band 6 more easily.

Here, it is described that both of the engaging members 23 are thicker than the thickness of the band 6. However, it is also possible to make the thickness of either one of the engaging members 23 thicker than the band 6 have.

A groove 11 is formed on the back surface of the main bodies 2 and 4 so as to enlarge the size of the gap G between the main bodies 2 and 4 and the band 6. [ The groove portion 11 is formed so that a portion thereof deviates from the arrangement region of the band 6. This groove 11 allows the user to further facilitate the hand between the main bodies 2 and 4 and the band 6 by the gap G between the main bodies 2 and 4 and the band 6 being extended Can be inserted. For reference, the groove portion 11 may be replaced with an opening having a structure penetrating the main bodies 2 and 4 according to the operating conditions and the like.

5 and 6 are diagrams showing a second embodiment and a third embodiment of the present invention, respectively.

As shown in Figs. 5 and 6, the second embodiment and the third embodiment are typically different in that they have a plurality of bands 6 in comparison with the first embodiment. In addition, the through hole 21 may not be provided.

Figure 5 illustrates that two bands 6 and two bands 6 coupled to the bodies 2, 4 may be configured to cross in a ten-figure form. Fig. 6 illustrates that two bands 6 coupled to the bodies 2 and 4 may be configured to cross in an X-shape, unlike Fig. Other configurations of the second embodiment and the third embodiment are the same as or similar to those of the first embodiment, and a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Fig. 7 is a perspective view of a main part showing a fourth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in Fig. 7, the fourth embodiment is different from the first embodiment to the third embodiment in that the band 6, (2, 4), but are adhered to each other by heat fusion. This is explained as follows.

Both engagement holes 15A of the main bodies 2 and 4 are preferably general through holes having a circular or polygonal structure. The engaging projections 25A protruding from the engaging members 23 are respectively inserted into the engaging holes 15A as shown in Figure 7A and then passed through the engaging holes 15A as shown in Figure 7B And the tip portion is bonded by thermal fusion bonding. Each of the engaging projections 25A has a size capable of being fitted into the engaging hole 15A. However, when the engaging hole 15A is thermally welded, the enlarged portion 27A is formed at the tip end portion thereof larger than the engaging hole 15A do. The extended portion 27A prevents the engagement projection 25A from being separated from the engagement hole 15A even if the engagement between the engagement hole 15A and the engagement projection 25A is released.

For example, ultrasonic waves can be used for heat fusion. The extended portion 27A can be formed in such a manner that the leading end portion of the engaging projection 25A is pressed and cured by a tool or the like while heating in a heat-sealable state.

8 is a perspective view of a fifth embodiment of the present invention. As shown in FIG. 8, the fifth embodiment differs from the first embodiment to the third embodiment in that the main body 2, Only the detachable structure (detachable coupling structure) of the band 6 is different from the detachable structure. This is explained as follows.

In the fifth embodiment, the first engaging portion 15B is provided on both sides of the rear surface of the main body 2, 4, and the first engaging portion 15B is detachably attached to both longitudinal end portions of the band 6 A second engaging portion 25B is provided. The second engaging portion 25B is composed of an ejecting-type engaging projection which is coupled to the left and right sides of both engaging members 23 so as to be capable of projecting and retracting in the left-right direction and supported so as to be projected by elastic members such as a spring. The first engaging portion 15B is constituted by an engaging hole into which the protruding and retracting engaging projection (see 25B) is inserted. The engaging holes serving as the first engaging portions 15B can be disposed on both the left and right sides of the concave portion 12 formed on the back surface of the main bodies 2 and 4. [ The concave portion 12 is preferably formed to have a size corresponding to the engaging member 23. The concave portion 12 may have a concave groove or a structure of an opening. The concave portion 12 may have a structure extending from the groove portion 11 depending on the operating conditions.

In the fifth embodiment, the protruding and retracting engagement protrusions (see reference numeral 25B) protruding from the left and right protruding portions by the elastic member are pressed in (the protruding / When the protruding and retracting engagement protrusion is released from the depressed state, the protruding and retracting engagement protrusions are engaged with the right and left engagement holes (see FIG. Reference numeral 55B).

While the present invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and preferred embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiments, but, on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the invention.

For example, in the drawings related to the first to third embodiments, although the engaging hole 15 is shown as passing through the bodies 2 and 4, the engaging hole 15 may be an integral or a combined type You may have a structure with a floor that is clogged with the floor.

In the above description, the band 6 in the first to third embodiments is described as being detachably coupled to the main bodies 2 and 4. However, in the first to third embodiments, Can be adhered to the fastening hole 17 by thermal fusion as in the fourth embodiment.

2: rear case body 4: cover body
6: band 11: groove
12: recess 15, 15A: engaging hole
15B: first engaging portion 16: insertion hole
17: latching hole 21: through hole
25, 25A: engaging projection 25B: second engaging portion
26: protrusions 27, 27A:

Claims

A cover body constituting a protective cover for a portable terminal and having engaging holes formed on both sides thereof; Wherein the engaging protrusions are engaged with the engaging holes at both ends in the lengthwise direction to provide elasticity and are shorter in length than the interval between the engaging holes, Elastic band,
Each of the engaging projections includes: a projection; A protruding portion provided at the tip of the protruding portion and having a size larger than the protruding portion,
The both engagement holes include an insertion hole through which the protrusion can be fitted together with the extension portion; And a locking hole communicating with the insertion hole and having a size smaller than that of the extending portion so that the protruding portion fitted in the insertion hole can be moved toward the side opposite to the both fitting holes.

The method according to claim 1,
The elastic band is connected to both ends of the elastic band,
Wherein the engaging projections are respectively provided to the engaging members,
Wherein at least one of the coupling members has a thickness such that when the coupling projections are engaged with the coupling holes, the elastic bands are separated from the back surface of the cover body so as to form a gap between the cover body and the elastic bands,
Wherein the cover body has an opening or groove for extending a gap between the cover body and the elastic band.

The method according to claim 1 or 2,
Wherein the elastic band has a through hole through which a user can insert a hand.

The method according to claim 1 or 2,
And the extended portion located in the retaining hole is bonded to the retaining hole by heat fusion.

A cover body constituting a protective cover for the portable terminal and having first engaging portions formed on both sides thereof; The first and second engaging portions are provided at both ends in the lengthwise direction with a second engaging portion which is engaged with the first engaging portions, respectively, and is made elastic so that the length thereof is shorter than the interval between the both first engaging portions, And an elastic band extending therefrom,
Wherein the second engaging portion is composed of engaging projections which are coupled to the left and right sides of the longitudinally opposite end portions in a lateral direction so as to protrude and to be held by the elastic member,
Wherein the first engagement portion comprises an engagement hole into which the left and right engagement protrusions are fitted, respectively.

A cover body constituting a protective cover for a portable terminal and having engaging holes formed on both sides thereof; Wherein the coupling protrusions are respectively connected to both ends in the longitudinal direction and are respectively fitted to the coupling holes so as to be respectively provided in the coupling members and are made elastic so that the length is shorter than the interval between the coupling holes, And an elastic band extending when the coupling protrusions are respectively coupled to the holes,
Wherein each of the engaging projections is inserted into the engaging hole so that the leading end portion of the engaging hole is thermally welded to the engaging hole, and when the engaging hole is thermally welded to the engaging hole, Protection cover for.

A rear case body constituting a rear case for the portable terminal and having coupling holes formed on both sides of the rear case; Wherein the engaging protrusions are engaged with the engaging holes at both ends in the lengthwise direction to provide elasticity and are shorter in length than the interval between the engaging holes, Elastic band,
Each of the engaging projections includes: a projection; A protruding portion provided at the tip of the protruding portion and having a size larger than the protruding portion,
The both engagement holes include an insertion hole through which the protrusion can be fitted together with the extension portion; And a latching hole communicating with the insertion hole and having a size smaller than that of the extending portion so that the protruding portion fitted in the insertion hole can be moved toward the opposite side of the engagement holes.