WO2020187026A1

WO2020187026A1 - Terminal device

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Publication number: WO2020187026A1
Application number: PCT/CN2020/077742
Authority: WO
Inventors: 陈广龙; 郑延昌; 戢记球; 付建辉; 顾翔
Original assignee: 维沃移动通信有限公司
Priority date: 2019-03-18
Filing date: 2020-03-04
Publication date: 2020-09-24
Also published as: CN109799670B; CN109799670A

Abstract

A terminal device, comprising a housing (100), a camera (200), and a drive mechanism provided within the housing (100). The housing (100) has an inner cavity and a through hole (111) communicated with the inner cavity. The drive mechanism is connected to the camera (200), and the drive mechanism drives the camera (200) to extend out of the housing (100) or retract into the housing (100) by means of the through hole (111). The camera (200) comprises a camera bracket (210), and a camera body (220), a light source (230), and a light transmissive cover (240) which are mounted on the camera bracket (210). The light transmissive cover (240) covers the light source (230).

Description

Terminal Equipment

Cross references to related applications

This application claims the priority of Chinese Patent Application No. 201910204816.9 filed in China on March 18, 2019, the entire content of which is incorporated herein by reference.

Technical field

The present disclosure relates to the technical field of communication equipment, and in particular to a terminal device.

Background technique

With the improvement of user demand, the performance of terminal equipment continues to be optimized, and the more prominent manifestation is that the screen ratio of terminal equipment is increasing. In order to achieve an increase in the screen ratio, more and more terminal devices use cameras that can be raised and lowered. When shooting is required, the camera can extend out of the housing of the terminal device to achieve shooting; when the shooting is completed, the camera can be retracted into the housing of the terminal device to be hidden in the housing. Since the camera can be hidden in the housing of the terminal device, it does not occupy the board space of the terminal device, which is beneficial to increase the screen ratio of the terminal device.

The camera of the terminal device in the related art only has a shooting function, resulting in a single function, which not only causes the appearance of the camera to be poor, but also causes the user to be prone to aesthetic fatigue.

Summary of the invention

The present disclosure discloses a terminal device to solve the problem of a single function of the camera of the terminal device.

In order to solve the above problems, the present disclosure adopts the following technical solutions:

A terminal device includes a housing, a camera, and a drive mechanism arranged in the housing. The housing has an inner cavity and a perforation communicating with the inner cavity. The drive mechanism is connected to the camera, and The driving mechanism drives the camera to extend out of the housing or retract into the housing through the perforation. The camera includes a camera bracket and a camera body, a light source, and a camera body mounted on the camera bracket. The transparent cover is arranged on the light source.

The technical solution adopted by the present disclosure can achieve the following beneficial effects:

The terminal device disclosed in the present disclosure improves the structure of the camera, so that the camera not only includes a camera body that can perform an image acquisition function, but also includes a light source and a transparent cover provided on the light source. The light source can pass through The light-transmitting cover projects light, which in turn enables the camera to have optical effects. Compared with a camera that can be raised and lowered in the related art, which only has a shooting function, the terminal device disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure not only has a shooting function, but also has a light-emitting function , In turn, can solve the problem of single camera function in related technologies.

Description of the drawings

The drawings described here are used to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure and constitute a part of the present disclosure. The exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and their descriptions are used to explain the present disclosure, and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present disclosure. In the attached picture:

FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram of a partial structure of a terminal device disclosed in an embodiment of the disclosure;

2 is a schematic diagram of the optical effect of the camera of the terminal device disclosed in an embodiment of the disclosure, and the arrow in FIG. 2 indicates the direction of light;

Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view taken along the line A-A of Figure 1;

4 to 8 are respectively exploded schematic diagrams of different parts of the terminal device disclosed in the embodiments of the disclosure.

Description of reference signs:

100-shell, 110-frame, 111-perforation,

200-camera, 210-camera bracket, 211-first installation space, 212-bracket upper cover, 213-bracket lower cover, 2131-opening, 214-second installation space, 215-screw, 220-camera body, 230- Light source, 240-transmissive cover, 241-second avoidance hole, 242-camera lens, 243-plate section, 244-curved section, 250-light guide, 260-appearance modification diaphragm, 261-first avoidance hole,

300-flexible circuit board, 310-first electrical connection part, 320-second electrical connection part,

400-double-sided tape, 410-third escape hole.

detailed description

In order to make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the present disclosure clearer, the technical solutions of the present disclosure will be described clearly and completely in conjunction with specific embodiments of the present disclosure and corresponding drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present disclosure, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative work shall fall within the protection scope of the present disclosure.

The technical solutions disclosed in each embodiment of the present disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

Please refer to FIG. 1 to FIG. 8. An embodiment of the present disclosure discloses a terminal device. The disclosed terminal device includes a housing 100, a camera 200, and a driving mechanism.

The housing 100 is a peripheral basic component of the terminal device, and the housing 100 can provide an installation foundation for other components of the terminal device. In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the driving mechanism and the camera 200 are both installed in the housing 100. The housing 100 has an inner cavity and a perforation 111, and the perforation 111 communicates with the inner cavity, so that the camera 200 can switch between the inner cavity and the outside of the housing 100 through the perforation 111. Generally, the housing 100 includes a frame 110, and the perforation 111 may be provided on the frame 110.

The camera 200 is an image acquisition component of the terminal device. The camera 200 is movably disposed on the housing 100, and the camera 200 can switch between different positions by moving relative to the housing 100. In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the camera 200 can extend from the inner cavity of the housing 100 to the outside of the housing 100 through the perforation 111 during the extension process; when the camera 200 is retracted, the camera 200 can be removed from the housing The outside of the body 100 is retracted into the inner cavity of the housing 100 through the through hole 111.

The driving mechanism is connected to the camera 200, and the driving mechanism drives the camera 200 to extend out of the housing 100 or retract into the housing 100 through the perforation 111.

In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the camera 200 includes a camera support 210, a camera body 220, a light source 230, and a transparent cover 240. The camera support 210 is a basic component of the camera 200, and the camera body 220, the light source 230 and the light transmission cover 240 are all mounted on the camera support 210.

The camera body 220 is the main photosensitive device of the camera 200, which can achieve image acquisition during the shooting process. The light source 230 is disposed on the camera support 210, and the light source 230 can project light, thereby enabling the camera 200 to produce an optical effect when the camera 200 extends out of the housing 100. The light source 230 may be an RGB light source, and the RGB light source can emit light of different colors through adjustment. In a specific embodiment, the light source 230 may be a Light Emitting Diode (LED) light source. The LED light source has the advantages of high brightness, low heat generation, long life, energy saving and environmental protection.

The translucent cover 240 is arranged on the light source 230. The translucent cover 240 can pass the light projected by the light source 230. The translucent cover 240 can not only protect the light source 230, but the translucent cover 240 can transmit light. Therefore, the appearance performance of the camera 200 can also be optimized.

The terminal device disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure improves the structure of the camera 200, so that the camera 200 not only includes a camera body 220 that performs an image acquisition function, but also includes a light source 230 and a light transmissive cover 240 covering the light source 230. 230 can project light through the light-transmitting cover 240 during work, thereby enabling the camera 200 to have optical effects. Compared with a camera that can be raised and lowered in the related art that only has a shooting function, the terminal device disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure It not only has a shooting function, but also has a light-emitting function, which can solve the problem of single camera function in related technologies.

Generally, the camera body 220, the light source 230, and the transparent cover 240 can be fixedly mounted on the camera support 210. Specifically, the camera body 220, the light source 230, and the transparent cover 240 can be fixedly installed in various ways. 3 again, in an alternative solution, the camera bracket 210 may have a first installation space 211, the light source 230 may be installed in the first installation space 211, the first installation space 211 has an opening 2131, and the light source 230 is opposite to the opening 2131 Setting, the relative setting here means that the light source 230 can project light out of the camera 200 through the opening 2131. In this optional solution, the first installation space 211 can provide installation space for the light source 230. Since the first installation space 211 has an opening 2131 opposite to the light source 230, the light source 230 can be installed in the first installation space 211. The light projection direction is controlled through the opening 2131, so that it is easier to design a regular light projection effect. For example, the direction indicated by the arrow in FIG. 2 is the projection direction of the light.

In order to improve the light projection effect of the light source 230, in a more optional solution, the camera 200 may further include a light guide post 250 installed in the opening 2131, and the light guide post 250 can function as a light guide. One end of the light guide column 250 is disposed opposite to the light source 230, so that the light emitted by the light source 230 can be injected into the light guide column 250, and the other end of the light guide column 250 is disposed opposite to the transparent cover 240, so that the light transmitted by the light guide column 250 can be projected To the transparent cover 240, the transparent cover 240 finally projects out of the camera 200. The above-mentioned light guide rod 250 can better guide the projection of light, can further reduce the scattering of light, and further can improve the optical effect. The shape of the end surface of the light guide rod 250 opposite to the transparent cover 240 can determine the light projection range. For example, in FIG. 3, the light projection angle range is B. Based on this, the designer can design the shape of the light guide 250 to adjust the light projection range.

In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the light-transmitting cover 240 is made of light-transmitting material. Generally, the light-transmitting cover 240 is a transparent structural member, which can make the light-emitting part of the camera 200 form a crystal clear visual effect, thereby improving the appearance performance of the camera 200 . Specifically, the light-transmitting cover 240 may be made of light-transmitting materials such as transparent resin and high-transmitting glass, and the embodiment of the present disclosure does not limit the specific material of the light-transmitting cover 240.

The camera bracket 210 can have various structures, and any structure that can realize its function can be applied to the terminal device disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure. Please refer to FIGS. 3, 5, and 6 again. An embodiment of the present disclosure discloses a specific camera bracket 210. The camera bracket 210 includes a bracket upper cover 212 and a bracket lower cover 213, and the bracket upper cover 212 is docked with the bracket lower cover 213 In addition, the first installation space 211 described above is formed. At the same time, the upper bracket cover 212 and the lower bracket cover 213 can also form a second installation space 214. The camera body 220 can be installed in the second installation space 214. Specifically, the camera body 220 may be fixed in the second installation space 214 by bonding.

The camera bracket 210 of the above structure is a split structure, and the first installation space 211 and the second installation space 214 can be formed simultaneously by the assembly between the upper bracket cover 212 and the lower bracket cover 213, which further provide the light source 230 and the camera body 220 respectively The installation position, therefore, has the advantage of being easier to form an installation space. The upper bracket cover 212 and the lower bracket cover 213 are docked to complete the assembly. Of course, the upper bracket cover 212 and the lower bracket cover 213 can be detachable, which facilitates the disassembly, assembly, and maintenance of the camera body 220 and the light source 230. Specifically, the upper bracket cover 212 and the lower bracket cover 213 can be detachably fixed by screws 215. Of course, the upper bracket cover 212 and the lower bracket cover 213 can also be connected by other detachable fixing methods such as snap fixing.

Specifically, the opening 2131 may be opened on the lower cover 213 of the bracket. As shown in FIGS. 5 and 6, the transparent cover 240 may be fixedly connected to the lower cover 213 of the bracket. Of course, the opening 2131 can also be opened on the upper cover 212 of the bracket, and the transparent cover 240 can also be fixedly connected to the upper cover 212 of the bracket.

In a specific working process, the camera body 220 and the light source 230 require power supply. Based on this, the terminal device disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure may also include an electrical connector. The electrical connector is used to realize the camera body 220 and the light source 230 and the terminal device. The electrical connection between the power supply (such as the motherboard of the terminal device). Since the camera 200 is a movable component, the electrical connector also needs to adapt to the movement of the camera 200 on the premise of making use of the electrical connection. There can be many types of electrical connectors. For example, the electrical connector can be a sliding electrical connection mechanism. Specifically, it can have the following structure: a power supply contact surface (for example, a power supply contact surface on the main board) can be provided in the housing, The connector can slide on the power supply contact surface, thereby ensuring the sliding power supply during the movement of the camera 200.

Of course, the electrical connector can also have other structures. The electrical connector can be a flexible circuit board 300. The flexible circuit board 300 has good deformability. One end of the flexible circuit board 300 is electrically connected to the camera 200, and the other end of the flexible circuit board 300 It is electrically connected to the circuit board (such as the main board of the terminal device) in the housing 100 of the terminal device. The flexible circuit board 300 has a sufficient length. During the movement of the camera 200, the flexible circuit board 300 can be stretched or folded through deformation. In turn, it can adapt to changes in the position of the camera 200 on the premise of ensuring electrical connection.

The flexible circuit board 300 has various structures. The camera 200 in the embodiment of the present disclosure includes a camera body 220 and a light source 230. Please refer to FIG. 4 again. In an alternative solution, one end of the flexible circuit board 300 is connected to the main board of the terminal device. The other end of the flexible circuit board 300 may include a first electrical connection portion 310 and a second electrical connection portion 320. The first electrical connection portion 310 is electrically connected to the camera body 220, and the second electrical connection portion 320 can penetrate the first electrical connection portion. The installation space 211 is electrically connected to the light source 230. The flexible circuit board 300 with this structure can better adapt to the structure of the camera 200, and realize more flexible power supply connection. Specifically, the second electrical connection part 320 may also provide an installation basis for the light source 230 to realize the layout of the light source 230.

In a more optional solution, the camera 200 disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure may further include an appearance modification film 260, which is a light-transmitting film, thereby allowing light from the light source 230 to pass through. The appearance modification film 260 can play a role in hiding the ugliness, and prevent the internal structure of the camera 200 from being directly seen by the user. The appearance modification film 260 may be attached to the outer surface of the light transmission cover 240. In a more optional solution, the appearance modification film 260 may be attached to the inner surface of the light transmission cover 240. In this case, the appearance The modified film 260 can not only prevent the internal structure of the camera 200 from being seen by the user, but also avoid blocking the light transmission cover 240. The exposure of the light transmission cover 240 can make the appearance performance of the camera 200 better. Specifically, the appearance modification film 260 may be adhered to the inner surface of the transparent cover 240 through an optical adhesive layer.

There may be many types of the appearance modification film 260, as long as it can provide a certain shielding effect and can transmit light at the same time. In a specific embodiment, the appearance modification film 260 may be a textured film, and the textured film may include multiple textures distributed in an array. The area between two adjacent textures is a light-transmitting area, and light emitted by the light source 230 can be projected through the light-transmitting area. In a more optional solution, multiple textures can be evenly distributed, that is, the distance between any two adjacent textures can be equal. In this case, the uniform texture of the textured film can achieve the effect of uniform light emission.

In the terminal device disclosed in the embodiment of the present disclosure, the light source 230 may be at least two groups, and the number of the light source 230 in each group may be at least one. Please refer to FIG. 4 again. In a specific implementation, the number of light sources 230 in each group may be three. The camera body 220 may be located between the two sets of light sources 230, as shown in FIG. 2. Such a distribution mode can enable both ends of the camera 200 to emit light, thereby further improving the optical effect. The embodiments of the present disclosure do not limit the number and distribution of the light sources 230. Specifically, the number of camera bodies 220 may be two, and the embodiment of the present disclosure does not limit the number of camera bodies 220.

In the embodiments of the present disclosure, the light transmission cover 240 may have various structures. Please refer to FIG. 3, FIG. 7 and FIG. 8 again. The light transmission cover 240 may be a slot-shaped structure, and the light transmission cover 240 is arranged on the camera bracket 210. Therefore, the two sets of light sources 230 can be covered at the same time. When the camera 200 is extended, a crystal clear visual effect will be produced. Specifically, a portion of the transparent cover 240 opposite to the camera body 220 may be provided with a second avoiding hole 241, the second avoiding hole 241 is installed with a camera lens 242, and the camera body 220 is used for viewing through the camera lens 242. Specifically, the camera lens 242 can be adhesively fixed on the second escape hole 241.

The light-transmitting cover 240 can be fixed on the camera support 210 by a fixing method such as clamping or bonding. On the premise that the camera bracket 210 includes the bracket upper cover 212 and the bracket lower cover 213, the light transmission cover 240 can be fixed to the bracket upper cover 212 by the double-sided tape 400. Of course, in order to avoid the double-sided tape 400 from blocking The glue 400 needs to be provided with a third avoidance hole 410. The third avoidance hole 410 and the second avoidance hole 241 are arranged opposite to each other. That is, the third avoidance hole 410 and the second avoidance hole 241 are both arranged opposite to the camera body 220. 220 through the third avoiding hole 410 and the second avoiding hole 241 to achieve photosensitive framing.

Under the premise that the light-transmitting cover 240 is a slot-shaped structural member, and the camera body 220 is located between the two sets of light sources 230, the appearance modification film 260 may be provided with a first avoiding hole 261, the first avoiding hole 261 and the camera The main body 220 is arranged oppositely, so as to avoid the influence of the appearance modification film 260 on the viewfinder of the camera main body 220.

In the embodiments of the present disclosure, under the premise that the transparent cover 240 is a slot-shaped structural member, the transparent cover 240 may adopt a variety of more specific structures. Please refer to FIG. 7 and FIG. 8 again. The light transmissive cover 240 may include a flat plate section 243 and two curved sections 244 respectively disposed at two ends of the flat plate section 243, and the two curved sections 244 may be bent toward the same side of the flat plate section 243. Specifically, the thickness of the curved section 244 may be greater than the thickness of the flat section 243, the flat section 243 is covered on the camera body 220, the second escape hole 241 is opened in the flat section 243, and the curved section 244 is covered on the light source 230. The flat plate section 243 is arranged on the camera body 220 to protect the camera body 220. At the same time, since the flat plate section 243 is relatively thin, the impact on the camera body 220 for light-sensing and framing is reduced. The thickness of the curved section 244 is relatively thick, and it is covered on the light source 230. The light emitted by the light source 230 is projected on the curved section 244 and is projected out of the camera 200 through the curved section 244. The curved section 244 has a thicker thickness and can be formed The perspective of the transparent block can further improve the optical effect and enhance the user's visual experience.

In order to further improve the optical effect, the terminal device disclosed in the embodiments of the present disclosure may further include a control chip, which is electrically connected to the light source 230, and the control chip controls at least one of the light source 230's light-emitting color, light-emitting brightness, and blinking frequency. The control chip can be the central processing unit of the terminal device.

In a more optional solution, the control chip can control the light source 230 to flicker once every N seconds, and the control chip controls the camera 200 to take a photo for M seconds, and M is an integer multiple of N. In this case, the flickering of the light source 230 can also serve as a reminder to the user. For example, the control chip can control the light source 230 to flicker once every 1 second, and the control chip controls the camera 200 to take time for 3 seconds to take pictures. During the timed shooting, when the subject sees the light source 230 flickers twice, the preparation can be started .

In a specific embodiment, during the extension process of the camera 200, the control chip can control the brightness of the light source 230 to increase; during the retracting process of the camera 200, the control chip can control the brightness of the light source 230 to decrease. Obviously, in this case, the brightness of the light source 230 can be gradually changed, which undoubtedly can improve the optical effect and achieve the purpose of improving the user experience.

The terminal devices disclosed in the embodiments of the present disclosure may be terminal devices such as mobile phones, tablet computers, e-book readers, game consoles, wearable devices (such as smart watches), etc. The embodiments of the present disclosure do not limit the specific types of terminal devices.

The above embodiments of the present disclosure focus on the differences between the various embodiments. As long as the different optimization features between the various embodiments are not contradictory, they can be combined to form a better embodiment. Considering the conciseness of the text, here is No longer.

The foregoing descriptions are merely embodiments of the present disclosure, and are not used to limit the present disclosure. For those skilled in the art, the present disclosure can have various modifications and changes. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present disclosure shall be included in the scope of the claims of the present disclosure.

Claims

A terminal device includes a housing, a camera, and a drive mechanism arranged in the housing. The housing has an inner cavity and a perforation communicating with the inner cavity. The drive mechanism is connected to the camera, and The driving mechanism drives the camera to extend out of the housing or retract into the housing through the perforation. The camera includes a camera bracket and a camera body, a light source, and a camera body mounted on the camera bracket. The transparent cover is arranged on the light source.
The terminal device according to claim 1, wherein the camera bracket has a first installation space, the light source is installed in the first installation space, the first installation space has an opening, and the light source is connected to the The openings are arranged oppositely.
The terminal device according to claim 2, wherein the camera further comprises a light guide rod installed in the opening, one end of the light guide rod is disposed opposite to the light source, and the other end of the light guide rod is opposite to the light source. The translucent covers are arranged oppositely.
The terminal device according to claim 2, wherein the camera bracket includes a bracket upper cover and a bracket lower cover, and the bracket upper cover is docked with the bracket lower cover and forms the first installation space and the second installation space The camera body is installed in the second installation space, the opening is opened in the lower cover of the bracket, and the light transmissive cover is fixedly connected to the lower cover of the bracket.
The terminal device according to claim 4, further comprising a flexible circuit board, one end of the flexible circuit board is electrically connected to the main board of the terminal device, and the other end of the flexible circuit board includes a first electrical connection part and a second electrical connection part. An electrical connection part, the first electrical connection part is electrically connected to the camera body, and the second electrical connection part penetrates the first installation space and is electrically connected to the light source.
The terminal device according to claim 1, wherein the camera further comprises an appearance modification film, the appearance modification film is attached to the inner surface of the light transmission cover, and the appearance modification film is light-transmitting Diaphragm.
The terminal device according to claim 6, wherein the appearance modification film is a texture film, the texture film includes a plurality of textures distributed in an array, and the area between two adjacent textures is Transparent area.
8. The terminal device according to claim 7, wherein the light sources are at least two groups, the number of the light sources in each group is at least one, and the camera body is located between the two groups of light sources.
The terminal device according to claim 8, wherein the light transmission cover is a slot-shaped structural member, the light transmission cover is arranged on the camera support, and the light transmission cover is opposite to the camera body A second avoiding hole is opened, and the second avoiding hole is installed with a camera lens.
The terminal device according to claim 9, wherein the light-transmitting cover comprises a flat plate section and two curved sections respectively arranged at two ends of the flat plate section and bent toward the same side of the flat plate section, the The thickness of the curved section is greater than the thickness of the flat section, the flat section is covered on the camera body, the second escape hole is opened in the flat section, and the curved section is covered on the light source.
9. The terminal device according to claim 9, wherein the appearance modification film is provided with a first avoiding hole, and the first avoiding hole is arranged opposite to the camera body.
The terminal device according to claim 1, further comprising a control chip that is electrically connected to the light source and controls at least one of a light-emitting color, light-emitting brightness, and flicker frequency of the light source.
The terminal device according to claim 12, wherein the control chip controls the light source to flicker once every N seconds, and the control chip controls the camera to take M seconds, and M is an integer multiple of N.
The terminal device according to claim 12, wherein, during the extending process of the camera, the control chip controls the brightness of the light source to increase; during the retracting process of the camera, the control chip controls The brightness of the light source is reduced.