TWI831436B - Housing structure and display apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

A housing structure comprising a shell, a cover, a magnetic attraction module and a switch module is provided. The shell includes an internal space and an opening connected to the internal space. The cover is configured for corresponding to the opening. The magnetic attraction module includes a first magnetic attraction element and a second magnetic attraction element corresponding to each other. The first magnetic attraction element is disposed in the shell, and the second magnetic attraction element is disposed in the cover. The switch module includes a driving unit and a first magnetic repulsion element. One of the driving unit and the first magnetic repulsion element is disposed in the shell and the other is disposed in the cover. Wherein, the driving unit includes a second magnetic repulsion element corresponding to the first magnetic repulsion element. The driving unit optionally drives the second magnetic repulsion element to generate a repulsion force between the first magnetic repulsion element and the second magnetic repulsion element.

Description

Housing structure and display equipment

The present invention generally relates to a housing structure, and in particular, the present invention relates to a housing structure for a display device.

Currently, various electronic devices, such as display devices, servers, computer hosts, etc., usually use casings to protect internal electronic components. Take display equipment as an example. It is often used in various electronic billboards, outdoor display machines, etc. Its performance is easily affected by the external environment, and it also needs appropriate housing for protection. When assembling existing casings, screws are mostly used to lock the periphery or back of the casing. When the user needs to open the casing to detect internal electronic components, replace parts or change media content, the user often needs tools and a lot of time to open it, which causes inconvenience to the user. Moreover, using screws is relatively less aesthetically pleasing. Therefore, it is necessary to design an appropriate housing that is convenient for the user to close and open, and has a relatively good appearance, which has become a problem that those skilled in the art are eager to solve.

One object of the present invention is to provide a housing structure and a display device that can provide appropriate protection for internal electronic components and facilitate users to close and open the device. In addition, it can be locked when necessary to prevent improper opening, and it has a relatively beautiful appearance.

One embodiment of the present invention provides a housing structure, which includes a housing, a cover, a magnetic module, and a switch module. The shell has an internal space and an opening, and the opening connects the internal space. The cover plate is arranged corresponding to the opening. The magnetic module has a first magnetic element and a second magnetic element that correspond to each other. The first magnetic element is arranged in the shell, and the second magnetic element is arranged in the cover. The switch module has a drive unit and a first magnetic repulsion element. One of the drive unit and the first magnetic repulsion element is arranged in the housing, and the other one is arranged in the cover. The drive unit has a second magnetic repulsion element and a first magnetic repulsion element. The first magnetic repulsion elements correspond to each other, and the driving unit selectively drives the second magnetic repulsion element and the first magnetic repulsion element to generate mutual repulsion thrust.

Another embodiment of the present invention provides a display device, including a display panel, a housing, a cover, a magnetic module, and a switch module. The shell has an internal space and an opening, the opening connects the internal space, and the display panel is arranged in the internal space. The cover plate is arranged corresponding to the opening. The magnetic module has a first magnetic element and a second magnetic element that correspond to each other. The first magnetic element is arranged in the shell, and the second magnetic element is arranged in the cover. The switch module has a drive unit and a first magnetic repulsion element. One of the drive unit and the first magnetic repulsion element is arranged in the housing, and the other one is arranged in the cover. The drive unit has a second magnetic repulsion element and a first magnetic repulsion element. The first magnetic repulsion elements correspond to each other, and the driving unit selectively drives the second magnetic repulsion element and the first magnetic repulsion element to generate mutual repulsion thrust.

Compared with the prior art, the housing structure and display device of the present invention utilize the magnetic module and the switch module to facilitate the user to close or open the cover without using screws. Moreover, the second magnetic component of the magnetic module can be integrated into the cover, and will not be exposed on the cover like screws. The magnetic module has a hidden effect, has a relatively beautiful appearance, and is also suitable for external display purposes.

10: Shell structure

20: Shell structure

30:Display device

40: Display device

100: Shell

102: Display window

110:Internal space

120:Open your mouth

130: Surrounding structure

132: Groove

134:Flange

200:Cover

202:Show window

300:Magnetic module

310: The first magnetic component

320: Second magnetic component

400: switch module

410: drive unit

412:Lock body

414:Keyhole

416: Connecting piece

420: First magnetic repulsion element

422: First magnetic repulsion surface

430: Second magnetic repulsion element

432: Second magnetic repulsion surface

500: Auxiliary magnetic module

510:Magnetic column knob

512:Magnetic column

512a, 512b: Half magnetic column

514: Knob

516:Spin Rod

520:Nonmagnetic components

530:Magnetic components

600:Display panel

602:Display surface

1000:Key

M1, M2: magnetic lines of force

Figure 1 is a perspective structural schematic diagram of a housing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a schematic exploded view of the housing structure of one embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a schematic top structural view of a housing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a schematic bottom view of the housing structure of an embodiment of the present invention, corresponding to the switch module of FIG. 3 .

5A is a schematic perspective view of the housing structure of an embodiment of the present invention and the switch module in a closed state of the cover.

FIG. 5B is a schematic perspective view of the housing structure of an embodiment of the present invention and the switch module in a cover-open state.

FIG. 5C is a schematic cross-sectional view of the casing structure of an embodiment of the present invention, corresponding to the switch module of FIG. 5B .

FIG. 6 is a perspective structural diagram of a housing structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a schematic top structural view of a housing structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.

8A is a schematic cross-sectional structural view of the auxiliary magnetic module of the housing structure in another embodiment of the present invention when the cover is closed.

8B is a schematic cross-sectional structural view of the auxiliary magnetic module of the housing structure in another embodiment of the present invention when the cover is open.

FIG. 9 is an exploded structural diagram of a display device according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 10 is a schematic structural diagram of a display device in an upright state according to another embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 11 is a schematic structural diagram of a display device in an upright state according to another embodiment of the present invention.

In the various embodiments of the present invention, the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not limiting. As used herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms including "at least one" unless the content clearly dictates otherwise. As used herein, the term "a" or "an" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

In various embodiments of the present invention, "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "front" or "rear" are used herein to describe the relationship between one element and another element and are only used for illustration. The orientation shown in the illustration does not limit its actual location. The devices in the figures are shown without limiting the orientation or orientation of its components upon turning over the device. The directions of the D1, D2 and D3 axes in the drawings are perpendicular to each other and are, for example, the X, Y and Z axes of the rectangular coordinate system, but their corresponding relationships are not limited.

Figure 1 is a perspective structural schematic diagram of a housing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a schematic exploded view of the housing structure of one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a schematic top structural view of a housing structure according to an embodiment of the present invention. Please refer to FIGS. 1 to 3 . The housing structure 10 of the present invention at least includes a shell 100 , a cover 200 , a magnetic module 300 and a switch module 400 . The housing 100 has an internal space 110 and an opening 120, and the opening 120 connects the internal space 110. A display panel or electronic components or the like may be placed in the interior space 110 via the opening 120 . The cover 200 is disposed corresponding to the opening 120 and can be used to seal the opening 120 so that the display panel or electronic components in the internal space 110 can be protected to a considerable extent. Housing 100 and cover The board 200 assembly can be designed with a required size and geometric shape according to product requirements or internally protected components, such as a rectangular parallelepiped, etc., and its shape and design conditions are not limited.

Please refer to FIGS. 1 to 3 . The housing 100 can be made of a stronger material and has sufficient resistance to the environment, thereby providing better protection. The material of the housing 100 can be, for example, metal or plastic, but is not limited thereto. Metal materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, chromium, iron, cobalt, nickel, copper, zinc, etc. or their alloys and laminates can be used, which can have good protection and processability, but are not limited to this, and can be customized according to product requirements. select. The plastic material can be, for example, engineering plastic or high-strength general-purpose plastic, but is not limited to this and can be selected according to product requirements. Plastic materials such as polyamide-imide (PAI), polybenzimidazole (PBI), polyetherimide (PEI), polyamide (PA), Carbonate (polycarbonate; PC), polyurethane (PU), polyethylene naphthalate (PEN), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyethersulfone ; PES), fiber reinforced plastics (FRP), poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA), polyetheretherketone (polyetheretherketon; PEEK), polydimethylsiloxane ( polydimethylsiloxane; PDMS), etc., or other suitable materials, or a combination of the above materials, but are not limited to this.

Please refer to FIGS. 1 to 3 . The cover 200 can be made of a stronger material and has sufficient resistance to the environment to provide better protection. For example, the cover 200 can be made of the same material as the housing 100 , or can be made of different materials, and can be adjusted according to product design requirements. The cover plate 200 may be made of metal or plastic material, for example, but is not limited thereto. Regarding the material of the cover 200 , reference may be made to the material of the housing 100 , which will not be described again here. The cover 200 can be a flat cover, which can cover the opening 120 to achieve a sealing effect, as shown in Figures 1 to 3. The cover 200 can also be a three-dimensional cover, similar to the structure of the shell 100 The structure has side and peripheral structures to increase the volume of the internal space 110 (not shown), but is not limited to this. The cover plate 200 can be appropriately designed according to product requirements, which is well known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

Please refer to FIGS. 1 to 3 . The magnetic module 300 has a first magnetic element 310 and a second magnetic element 320 corresponding to each other. The first magnetic element 310 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the second magnetic element 320 provided in the cover plate 200. There can be one or more magnetic modules 300, and accordingly there can be one or more sets of first magnetic elements 310 and second magnetic elements 320. In this embodiment, multiple magnetic modules 300 are used for illustration, for example, they are arranged on three sides of the housing 100, as shown in FIGS. 1 to 3 . If product design conditions permit, only one magnetic module 300 can be used to meet product requirements. The materials of the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 respectively include magnetic materials, preferably ferromagnetic materials, such as iron, cobalt, nickel, etc., alloys or compounds thereof, etc., but are not limited to this. At least one of the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 includes a permanent magnet, thereby providing sufficient magnetic attraction force between the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 . The permanent magnets are, for example, rubidium iron boron permanent magnets, alnico permanent magnets, samarium cobalt permanent magnets, etc., but are not limited thereto. Permanent magnets with appropriate magnetic force can be selected according to product requirements. If product design conditions permit, electromagnets can also be used instead of permanent magnets. In one embodiment, when the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 are both permanent magnets, the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 respectively have first and second magnetic surfaces opposite to each other. The two magnetic suction surfaces, the first magnetic suction surface and the second magnetic suction surface respectively have different magnetic poles, for example, S pole and N pole respectively, so that when the first magnetic suction surface and the second magnetic suction surface are close to each other, a magnetic attraction force is generated. If product design conditions permit, electromagnets can also be used instead of permanent magnets. A peripheral structure 130 may be provided around the housing 100, such as a strip structure or a hollow strip structure as shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, but is not limited thereto. The peripheral structure 130 can also be designed only under the first magnetic components 310 and omit the part between the first magnetic components 310 to ensure Leave design flexibility. The first magnetic element 310 can be disposed on the peripheral structure 130 , and the second magnetic element 320 can be disposed correspondingly on the inner surface of the cover 200 to reduce the distance between the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 . When the cover 200 covers the opening 120, sufficient magnetic attraction force is provided between the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320.

In another embodiment, the first magnetic element 310 can be, for example, a permanent magnet, and the second magnetic element 320 can be, for example, a ferromagnetic material, such as stainless steel sheet, iron sheet, etc., but is not limited thereto. The permanent magnet is used to provide an external magnetic field to induce magnetization of the ferromagnetic material, so that the ferromagnetic material has temporary magnetism and can attract each other with the permanent magnet, thereby providing sufficient magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 . If product design conditions permit, electromagnets can also be used instead of permanent magnets. The first magnetic element 310 can be disposed on the peripheral structure 130 , and the second magnetic element 320 can be correspondingly disposed on the inner surface of the cover 200 , or embedded in the cover 200 . If the cover 200 is made of ferromagnetic material, such as a stainless steel plate or an iron plate, the second magnetic element 320 can be integrated as a part of the cover 200, which has the same effect as being embedded in the cover 200, but can relatively simplify part of the manufacturing process. , reducing part of the production cost, as shown in Figures 1 to 3. The above is only for illustration, but does not limit its structure and materials. In a modified embodiment, the second magnetic element 320 can be made of stainless steel sheet, iron sheet, etc., and the cover plate 200 can be made of plastic material, for example. The second magnetic element 320 is disposed on the inner surface of the cover plate 200, or Embedded in the cover 200, good results can also be achieved.

In another embodiment, the first magnetic element 310 can be made of ferromagnetic material, such as stainless steel sheet, iron sheet, etc., but is not limited thereto, and the second magnetic element 320 can be, for example, a permanent magnet. If product design conditions permit, electromagnets can also be used instead of permanent magnets. The permanent magnet is used to provide an external magnetic field to induce magnetization of the ferromagnetic material, so that the ferromagnetic material has temporary magnetism and can attract each other with the permanent magnet, while still providing sufficient magnetic attraction between the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 . The first magnetic element 310 can be disposed on the peripheral structure 130 or embedded in the surrounding structure 130, and the second magnetic element 320 can be disposed accordingly. On the inner surface of the cover plate 200 facing the housing 100 or embedded in the cover plate 200 . If the peripheral structure 130 is made of ferromagnetic materials, such as stainless steel sheets or iron sheets, the first magnetic element 310 can be integrated as a part of the peripheral structure 130, which has the same effect as embedding the peripheral structure 130, but can relatively simplify part of the manufacturing process. , reduce some production costs.

Referring to FIGS. 1 to 3 , the switch module 400 has a driving unit 410 and a first magnetic repulsion element 420 . One of the driving unit 410 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the other one is disposed in the cover 200 . For example, the driving unit 410 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the first magnetic repulsion element 420 is disposed in the cover 200 . Alternatively, the driving unit 410 can be disposed in the cover 200 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420 can be disposed in the housing 100 . The driving unit 410 has a second magnetic repulsion element 430. The first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 correspond to each other. The driving unit 410 selectively drives the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420. There is mutually exclusive thrust between them. The driving unit 410 is, for example, a rotating structure. As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3 , the driving unit 410 selectively rotates to relatively drive and change the distance between the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420, such as The two magnetic repulsion elements 430 overlap the first magnetic repulsion element 420 , or the second magnetic repulsion element 430 is away from the first magnetic repulsion element 420 . The first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 respectively include permanent magnets, thereby providing sufficient magnetic repulsion force between the first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 . The permanent magnets are, for example, rubidium iron boron permanent magnets, alnico permanent magnets, samarium cobalt permanent magnets, etc., but are not limited thereto. Permanent magnets with appropriate magnetic force can be selected according to product requirements. If product design conditions permit, electromagnets can also be used instead of permanent magnets.

FIG. 4 is a schematic bottom view of the housing structure of an embodiment of the present invention, corresponding to the switch module of FIG. 3 . Please refer to Figure 4, in which the first magnetic repulsion element 420 has a first magnetic repulsion surface 422, the second magnetic repulsion element 430 has a second magnetic repulsion surface 432, and the first magnetic repulsion surface 422 and the second magnetic repulsion surface 432 respectively have the same One magnetic pole, for example, both are S poles or both are N poles. When the first magnetic repulsion surface 422 and the second magnetic repulsion surface 432 are close to each other, a mutual repulsion force is generated because the same poles repel each other, which is a magnetic repulsion force.

Please refer to FIG. 4 , the driving unit 410 may further include a connecting piece 416 , and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 is disposed on one end of the connecting piece 416 , and the other end of the connecting piece 416 is fixed to the driving unit 410 . Since the second magnetic repulsion element 430 is quite close to the cover plate 200, if the cover plate 200 is made of ferromagnetic material such as stainless steel plate or iron plate, the connecting piece 416 can be made of high resistance and high permeability alloy (Mu-metal) to reduce the second magnetic repulsion element. The magnetic attraction between the repelling element 430 and the cover 200 prevents the rotation of the driving unit 410 from being affected. In one embodiment, if the switch module 400 requires a locking function, the driving unit 410 may include a lock body 412 with a key hole 414 for inserting the key 1000 into the key hole 414 and rotating the lock body 412 to perform closing and opening functions. . If the switch module 400 does not need the locking function, the drive unit 410 can also be directly replaced with a knob design to simplify the design. The example in FIG. 4 is only for illustration and is not intended to limit the switch module 400 of the present invention. If necessary, the design can be appropriately changed, such as a digital combination lock connecting knob design, but is not limited thereto.

5A is a schematic perspective view of the housing structure of an embodiment of the present invention and the switch module in a closed state of the cover. In order to further understand the operation of the switch module 400 of the present invention, please refer to FIGS. 5A to 5C and their related descriptions. The housing 100 has an internal space 110 and an opening 120, and the opening 120 connects the internal space 110. The cover 200 (shown in perspective here) is disposed corresponding to the opening 120 and can be used to seal the opening 120 . A peripheral structure 130 can be provided around the housing 100, and the peripheral structure 130 can also be designed as a hollow square tube, and can be adjusted according to product requirements. The first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 of the magnetic module 300 can be disposed on the peripheral structure 130 and in the cover 200 respectively. A groove 132 may be designed in the peripheral structure 130 corresponding to the position of the switch module 400 to accommodate the switch module 400 when the cover 200 is closed. For example, the driving unit 410 may have a lock body 412. In this embodiment, the driving unit 410 having the lock body 412 is used for illustration, but is not limiting. In alternative embodiments, no lock body 412 can be used. drive unit 410. The first magnetic repulsion element 420 is disposed in the groove 132 , and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 can be connected to the driving unit 410 via the connecting piece 416 . For example, the key 1000 is inserted into the key hole 414 to rotate the driving unit 410 so that the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the connecting piece 416 are away from the first magnetic repulsion element 420 . Therefore, the cover 200 can be firmly attached to the housing 100 through the magnetic attraction force between the first magnetic element 310 and the second magnetic element 320 of the magnetic module 300 . Sealing opening 120. In another embodiment, the edge of the peripheral structure 130 can be selectively designed with a flange 134 to reduce the sliding of the cover 200 when the cover 200 is adsorbed on the housing 100 and increase the stability of the adsorption of the cover 200 .

In different embodiments, the peripheral structure 130 and the groove 132 may also have different designs. In another embodiment, the switch module 400 is not limited to the position in the middle of the edge. The switch module 400 can also be designed and adjusted to the corners of the left and right sides, and the rotation direction can be adjusted appropriately. In another embodiment, the peripheral structure 130 can be designed to be widened at the groove 132 to increase the width of the peripheral structure 130 and the groove 132 along the D2 axis direction, so that the connecting piece 416 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 are in a closed state. It is still within the groove 132 of the peripheral structure 130 , so it does not affect the receiving position of the display panel or electronic device placed into the interior space 110 through the opening 120 . In the closed state, the connecting piece 416 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 will not hit the inserted display panel or electronic device.

FIG. 5B is a schematic perspective view of the housing structure of an embodiment of the present invention and the switch module in a cover-open state. Please refer to FIG. 5A and FIG. 5B. When it is necessary to open the cover 200 of FIG. 5A, for example, the key 1000 can be inserted into the key hole 414, and then the key 1000 can be turned to drive the connecting piece 416 to rotate ninety degrees clockwise, so that the connecting piece 416 is connected to the key hole 414. The second magnetic repulsion element 430 is close to the first magnetic repulsion element 420 until the second magnetic repulsion element 430 overlaps the first magnetic repulsion element 420 to generate a magnetic repulsion force. The first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 can use permanent magnets with strong magnetic force to generate a large magnetic repulsion force, which is enough to make the cover plate 200 and the side close to the switch module 400 bounces upward. If product design conditions permit, electromagnets can be used instead of two or one of the permanent magnets.

FIG. 5C is a schematic cross-sectional view of the casing structure of an embodiment of the present invention, corresponding to the switch module of FIG. 5B . Referring to FIG. 5B and FIG. 5C , the second magnetic repulsion surface 432 of the second magnetic repulsion element 430 overlaps with the first magnetic repulsion surface 422 of the first magnetic repulsion element 420 , and both have the same magnetic pole to generate a magnetic repulsion force. The magnetic repulsion force between the first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 acts on the cover plate 200, causing the side of the cover plate 200 close to the switch module 400 to spring upward, causing the cover plate 200 to contact the housing. 100 to form a distance that can accommodate the user's fingers. Then, the user can use hand movements to apply force to lift the cover 200 from the housing 100 . The present invention uses the magnetic module 300 and the switch module 400 to facilitate the user to close or open the cover 200 without using screws. The magnetic module 300 is not exposed on the cover 200 and has a hidden effect. It has a relatively beautiful appearance and is also suitable for display purposes.

FIG. 6 is a perspective structural diagram of a housing structure according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is a schematic top structural view of a housing structure according to another embodiment of the present invention. In this embodiment, it is similar to the aforementioned embodiment of FIGS. 1 to 5C , and the same reference numerals can be used for reference, but are not limiting. Please refer to FIGS. 6 and 7 . The housing structure 20 of the present invention at least includes a housing 100 , a cover 200 , a magnetic module 300 and a switch module 400 . The housing 100 has an internal space 110 and an opening 120, and the opening 120 connects the internal space 110. A display panel or electronic components or the like may be placed in the interior space 110 via the opening 120 . The cover 200 is disposed corresponding to the opening 120 and can be used to seal the opening 120 . The magnetic module 300 has a first magnetic element 310 and a second magnetic element 320 corresponding to each other. The first magnetic element 310 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the second magnetic element 320 is disposed in the cover 200 . The switch module 400 has a driving unit 410 and a first magnetic repulsion element 420 . One of the driving unit 410 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the other one is disposed in the cover 200 . Wherein, the driving unit 410 has a second magnetic repulsion element 430, and the first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element The repulsive elements 430 correspond to each other, and the driving unit 410 selectively drives the second magnetic repulsive element 430 and the first magnetic repulsive element 420 to generate mutual repulsive thrust. Regarding the housing 100 , the cover 200 , the magnetic module 300 and the switch module 400 , reference may be made to the relevant descriptions of the foregoing embodiments and will not be described again here.

Please refer to FIGS. 6 and 7 . In this embodiment, the housing structure 20 of the present invention further includes an auxiliary magnetic module 500 . There can be one or more auxiliary magnetic suction modules 500. In this embodiment, two auxiliary magnetic suction modules 500 are used for illustration. For example, the left and right sides of the switch module 400 are provided, as shown in Figures 6 and 7. Show. If product design conditions permit, only one auxiliary magnetic module 500 can be used to meet product requirements. The auxiliary magnetic module 500 has a magnetic column knob 510, a non-magnetic component 520 and a pair of magnetic components 530. The non-magnetic component 520 is located between the magnetic column knob 510 and the cover 200, and the magnetic component 530 is disposed between the magnetic column knob 510 and the cover plate 200. both sides of non-magnetic element 520. The non-magnetic element 520 can be made of non-magnetic materials, such as non-magnetic plastic, non-magnetic ceramics, non-magnetic metals, etc., but is not limited thereto. The magnetic element 530 may be made of ferromagnetic material, for example, but is not limited thereto. The magnetic attraction force between the magnetic column knob 510 and the cover 200 is controlled by rotating the magnetic column knob 510 . 8A and 8B next illustrate the function of the auxiliary magnetic module 500.

8A is a schematic cross-sectional view of the auxiliary magnetic module of the housing structure in another embodiment of the present invention when the cover is closed. Please refer to FIG. 7 and FIG. 8A . The magnetic column knob 510 includes a magnetic column 512 , a knob 514 and a rotating rod 516 . The magnetic column 512 is, for example, a cylindrical permanent magnet, and includes two half-magnetic columns 512a and 512b with different magnetic poles, such as S-pole and N-pole half-magnetic columns respectively. The magnetic column 512 is arranged along the D2 axis direction, and one end of the magnetic column 512 is connected to the knob 514 . For example, a rotating rod 516 may be optionally provided at the outer center of the knob 514 to assist the user in applying force to drive the knob 514 to rotate along with the rotating rod 516 . When the cover 200 is in the closed state, the rotating rod 516 is rotated parallel to the D3 axis direction, and the interface between the half magnetic columns 512a and 512b also rotates parallel to the D3 axis direction. At this time, the magnetic force of the half-magnetic columns 512a and 512b is used to temporarily induce the magnetized magnetic element. The component 530 forms a magnetic field in the direction of the cover plate 200 and attracts the cover plate 200 with ferromagnetic material through the non-magnetic element 520, such as the magnetic field lines M1 shown in FIG. 8A. Therefore, in the closed state, a magnetic attraction force is formed between the magnetic column 512 and the cover plate 200 to assist in attracting the cover plate 200 on both sides of the switch module 400 .

8B is a schematic cross-sectional structural view of the auxiliary magnetic module of the housing structure in another embodiment of the present invention when the cover is open. Please refer to FIG. 7 and FIG. 8B. Before the cover 200 is opened, the rotating rod 516 is first rotated to be parallel to the direction of the D1 axis. The interface of the half-magnetic columns 512a and 512b also rotates to be parallel to the direction of the D1 axis. At this time, most of the magnetic force of the half-magnetic columns 512a and 512b is used to induce magnetization of the magnetic element 530, and the magnetic field toward the cover plate 200 is relatively weak, as shown in the magnetic field lines M2 in FIG. 8B. Therefore, before the cover 200 is in the open state, the magnetic attraction force formed between the magnetic pillar 512 and the cover 200 is weakened, making it easier to open the cover 200 through the magnetic repulsion of the switch module 400 .

The housing structure 20 of the present invention can close the cover 200 in the following steps, for example, but is not limited thereto. First, the side of the cover 200 away from the switch module 400 is attracted to the housing 100 by magnetic attraction. Then, rotate the rotating rod 516 to the direction parallel to the D3 axis to increase the magnetic attraction force of the auxiliary magnetic attraction module 500 to the cover plate 200 . Then insert the key 1000 into the key hole 414, and turn the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the connecting piece 416 to the direction parallel to the D2 axis, thereby reducing the magnetic repulsion force between the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420. The cover 200 can be firmly attached to the housing 100 through the magnetic attraction of the magnetic module 300 and the auxiliary magnetic module 500, thereby sealing the opening 120 and the internal space 110.

For example, the cover 200 of the housing structure 20 of the present invention can be opened by the following steps, but it is not limited. First, rotate the rotating rod 516 to the direction parallel to the D1 axis to reduce the magnetic attraction force of the auxiliary magnetic attraction module 500 to the cover plate 200 . Then insert the key 1000 into the key hole 414, and turn the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the connecting piece 416 to the direction parallel to the D1 axis to increase the magnetic repulsion force between the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420. Thereby, one side of the cover 200 at the switch module 400 is popped open, so that sufficient space is formed between the cover 200 and the housing 100 The user can use fingers and hand movements to apply force to overcome the magnetic attraction of the magnetic module 300 and open the cover 200 .

The housing structure 20 of the present invention can be applied to a display device or an electronic device, for example. In one embodiment, a display device is used as an example, but its application scope is not limited. FIG. 9 is an exploded structural diagram of a display device according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 10 is a schematic structural diagram of a display device in an upright state according to another embodiment of the present invention. The housing structure in this embodiment can be referred to the housing structure 20 of FIG. 6 . In this embodiment, it is similar to the aforementioned embodiment of FIGS. 6 to 8B , and the same reference numerals can also be referenced, and not shown reference numerals can also be referenced, but this is not a limitation. Please refer to FIG. 6 , FIG. 9 and FIG. 10 . The display device 30 of the present invention at least includes a housing 100 , a cover 200 , a magnetic module 300 , a switch module 400 and a display panel 600 . The housing 100 has an internal space 110 and an opening 120, and the opening 120 connects the internal space 110. The display panel 600 may be placed in the interior space 110 via the opening 120 . The cover 200 is disposed corresponding to the opening 120 and can be used to seal the opening 120 so that the display panel 600 in the internal space 110 can be protected to a considerable extent. The magnetic module 300 has a first magnetic element 310 and a second magnetic element 320 corresponding to each other. The first magnetic element 310 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the second magnetic element 320 is disposed in the cover 200 . The switch module 400 has a driving unit 410 and a first magnetic repulsion element 420 . One of the driving unit 410 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420 is disposed in the housing 100 , and the other one is disposed in the cover 200 . The driving unit 410 has a second magnetic repulsion element 430. The first magnetic repulsion element 420 and the second magnetic repulsion element 430 correspond to each other. The driving unit 410 selectively drives the second magnetic repulsion element 430 and the first magnetic repulsion element 420. There is mutually exclusive thrust between them. In addition, the auxiliary magnetic suction module 500 can be selectively provided, for example, on the left and right sides of the switch module 400 . Regarding the housing 100, the cover 200, the magnetic module 300, the switch module 400 and the auxiliary magnetic module 500, please refer to the relevant descriptions of the foregoing embodiments and will not be described again here.

Please refer to Figures 9 and 10. The display panel 600 can use various display panels, such as a liquid crystal display panel (Liquid Crystal Display Panel), a light-emitting diode display panel (Light-Emitting Diode Display Panel), and an organic light-emitting diode display panel. (Organic Light-Emitting Diode Display Panel), Quantum Dots Light-Emitting Diode Display Panel (Quantum Dots Light-Emitting Diode Display Panel), Micro Light-Emitting Diode Display Panel (Micro Light-Emitting Diode Display Panel) and other display panels, But not limited to this. The above various display panels are well known to those skilled in the art, and therefore will not be described in detail.

Referring to FIG. 9 and FIG. 10 , the display panel 600 has a display surface 602 for displaying various display information. There is a display window 102 in the housing 100, corresponding to the display surface 602 of the display panel 600. The display window 102 can be fixed to the housing 100 using a transparent plate, or can be integrated as a part of the housing 100 . The transparent flat plate of the display window 102 can be made of transparent glass material or transparent plastic material, but is not limited thereto. The user can view the displayed information on the display surface 602 of the display panel 600 through the display window 102, and the display window 102 can also provide a considerable degree of protection for the display panel 600.

Please refer to FIG. 9 and FIG. 10 . Various display panels 600 can also integrate touch functions to become touch display panels. This is well known to those skilled in the art, and therefore will not be described in detail. The touch function can be achieved using capacitive touch technology, for example, but is not limited thereto. The display window 102 can use a thin transparent flat panel to maintain sufficient touch display functionality. If necessary, the display window 102 can be removed to form a display opening, allowing the user to directly touch the display surface 602 of the display panel 600 to reduce the touch distance and improve touch sensitivity.

FIG. 11 is a schematic structural diagram of a display device in an upright state according to another embodiment of the present invention. Please refer to Figure 11. In another embodiment, the display device 40 of the present invention can modify the design of the display window, and design the display window 202 in the cover 200, corresponding to the display surface 602 of the display panel 600, so that the cover Plate 200 becomes the front cover. In this embodiment, it is similar to the aforementioned embodiment of FIG. 9 and FIG. 10 , and the same reference numerals can also be referenced, but not shown, can also be referenced, but this is not a limitation. Please refer to FIG. 6 , FIG. 9 , FIG. 10 and FIG. 11 . For other parts of the display device 40 , reference can be made to the foregoing relevant descriptions of the display device 30 , which will not be described again here. As mentioned above, the peripheral structure 130 can adopt a wider design at the switch module 400 to reduce the interference of the switch module 400 on the internal space 110 and the opening 120 . The display window 202 can be fixed on the cover 200 using a transparent plate, or can be integrated as a part of the cover 200 . The transparent flat plate of the display window 202 can be made of transparent glass material or transparent plastic material, but is not limited to this. The user can view the displayed information on the display surface 602 of the display panel 600 through the display window 202, and the display window 202 can also provide a considerable degree of protection for the display panel 600. If the display panel 600 uses a touch display panel, if necessary, the display window 202 can be removed to form a display opening, allowing the user to directly touch the display surface 602 of the display panel 600 to improve touch sensitivity.

The display devices 30 and 40 of the present invention can be applied to various types of display devices such as various TV walls, electronic billboards, display machines, etc., and are not limited to the type of display device. They can be placed vertically or horizontally, and can also be matched with various different There are no restrictions on support frames, tripods, hanging frames, hanging frames, etc.

In summary, the housing structure and display device of the present invention can provide appropriate protection for the internal display panel or electronic components by using the housing and the cover. The second magnetic element can be integrated into the cover and will not be exposed on the cover. It has a hidden effect, has a relatively beautiful appearance, and is suitable for display purposes. The switch module of the present invention uses the drive unit to control the magnetic repulsion, so that the user can easily close or open the cover. The switch module can also be combined with the lock body to facilitate the user to lock or open the cover, while also providing a beautiful effect. The design of the present invention can meet the user's aesthetic requirements and at the same time facilitate the user to close or open the cover, thereby increasing the user's convenience in use.

The present invention has been described by the above-mentioned relevant embodiments, but the above-mentioned embodiments are only examples of implementing the present invention. It must be pointed out that the disclosed embodiments do not limit the scope of the present invention. On the contrary, modifications and equivalent arrangements included in the spirit and scope of the claimed patent are included in the scope of the present invention.

10: Shell structure

100: Shell

110:Internal space

120:Open your mouth

130: Surrounding structure

200:Cover

300:Magnetic module

310: The first magnetic component

320: Second magnetic component

400: switch module

410: drive unit

420: First magnetic repulsion element

430: Second magnetic repulsion element

Claims (10)

A shell structure, including: a shell having an internal space and an opening, the opening connecting the internal space; a cover plate corresponding to the opening; a magnetic module having a first magnetic element corresponding to each other and a second magnetic component, the first magnetic component is disposed in the housing, and the second magnetic component is disposed in the cover; and a switch module having a drive unit and a first magnetic repulsion One of the drive unit and the first magnetic repulsion element is disposed in the housing, and the other one is disposed in the cover, wherein the drive unit has a second magnetic repulsion element and the first magnetic repulsion element. The elements correspond to each other, and the driving unit selectively drives the second magnetic repulsion element and the first magnetic repulsion element to generate a mutual repulsion thrust. The housing structure of claim 1, wherein the materials of the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element respectively include a magnetic material. The housing structure of claim 1, wherein at least one of the first magnetic element and the second magnetic element includes a permanent magnet. The housing structure of claim 1, wherein the first magnetic repulsion element and the second magnetic repulsion element each include a permanent magnet. The shell structure of claim 1, wherein the first magnetic repulsion element has a first magnetic repulsion surface, the second magnetic repulsion element has a second magnetic repulsion surface, and the first magnetic repulsion surface and the second magnetic repulsion surface respectively Having the same magnetic pole, when the first magnetic repulsion surface and the second magnetic repulsion surface are close to each other, the mutual repulsion thrust is generated. The housing structure of claim 1, wherein the driving unit includes a rotating structure. The housing structure of claim 1, wherein the driving unit further includes a connecting piece, and the second magnetic repulsion element is disposed on one end of the connecting piece. The housing structure of claim 1, wherein the driving unit includes a lock body. The housing structure of claim 1 further includes an auxiliary magnetic module having a magnetic column knob, a non-magnetic component and a pair of magnetic components, the non-magnetic component being located between the magnetic column knob and the cover. , and the pair of magnetic components is disposed on both sides of the magnetic column knob and the non-magnetic component. A display device, including: a display panel; a housing having an internal space and an opening, the opening connecting the internal space, the display panel being arranged in the internal space; a cover plate being arranged corresponding to the opening; and a magnetic attraction The module has a first magnetic element and a second magnetic element corresponding to each other, the first magnetic element is arranged in the housing, and the second magnetic element is arranged in the cover; and a switch The module has a drive unit and a first magnetic repulsion element. One of the drive unit and the first magnetic repulsion element is disposed in the housing, and the other one is disposed in the cover, wherein the drive unit There is a second magnetic repulsion element corresponding to the first magnetic repulsion element, and the driving unit selectively drives the second magnetic repulsion element and the first magnetic repulsion element to generate a mutual repulsion thrust force.

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