CN221429360U - A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device - Google Patents

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic products, and discloses a fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device, which includes a connecting member and a clamping member, wherein the connecting member is used to realize the connection and fixation between the fixing mechanism and the portable electronic device, and a plug-in slot is provided on the connecting member; the clamping member is used to clamp the storage device and plug it into the plug-in slot; the clamping member is composed of at least two mutually spliced clamping blocks, each of which is provided with a clamping cavity that cooperates with each other and is used to clamp the storage device, and each of the clamping blocks is inserted into the plug-in slot after splicing to maintain a fixed splicing shape; or, the clamping member is a single component formed in one piece. The fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device provided by the utility model facilitates fixing a solid-state hard disk on a mobile phone or tablet computer, thereby increasing the convenience when editing videos.

Description

A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device

Technical Field

The utility model relates to the technical field of electronic products, in particular to a fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device.

Background technique

In the prior art, when editing videos with a computer, SSD solid state drives are generally used to increase the efficiency of video editing. With the development of technology, more and more people are accustomed to using portable electronic devices such as mobile phones and iPads to edit videos. Based on the need for editing efficiency, SSD solid state drives are also used to speed up work efficiency. However, unlike computers placed on the table, mobile phones and tablets are generally used in the hand, which makes connecting to the SSD solid state drive affect the portability of the iPad or mobile phone, making it inconvenient to use. In addition, when the user installs the SSD solid state drive on the mobile phone to shoot, the user may also need to use other equipment such as fill lights. If you use the mobile phone to shoot outside, you may also need to use a radio microphone. For users who use mobile phones to shoot, these extra things cannot be installed on the mobile phone.

Some existing mechanisms for adding storage devices to mobile phones are unable to meet the connection requirements of solid-state hard drives, fill lights, microphones and other equipment.

For existing patents, please refer to the following patent documents.

1. The Chinese utility model patent with publication number CN 210274147 U, publication date 2020.04.07, and name "A mobile phone back sticker with mobile phone storage capacity expansion and data communication functions".

2. A Chinese utility model patent with publication number CN 216122553 U, publication date 2022.03.22, and name "A portable mobile phone storage capacity expansion device".

Utility Model Content

The purpose of the utility model is to provide a fixing mechanism that is convenient for fixing an SSD solid state hard disk to a portable electronic device, and to at least provide a beneficial option or create conditions for solving one or more technical problems existing in the prior art.

In order to achieve the above objectives, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions.

A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device comprises a connecting member and a clamping member. The connecting member is used to realize the connection and fixation between the fixing mechanism and the portable electronic device, and a plug-in slot is provided on the connecting member; the clamping member is used to clamp the storage device and plug into the plug-in slot.

The clamping member is composed of at least two mutually spliced clamping blocks, each of which is provided with a clamping cavity that cooperates with each other and is used to clamp the storage device. After being spliced, each of the clamping blocks is inserted into the plug-in slot to maintain a fixed splicing shape.

Alternatively, the clamping member is an integrally formed single component, and the single component constitutes the outer shell of the storage device.

More preferably, the connector comprises a connector body having the plug-in slot and a magnetic member mounted on the connector body; the connector is magnetically connected to the portable electronic device and the clamp.

More preferably, a magnetic attraction groove for mounting the magnetic attraction member is provided on the connector body, a cover plate is provided on the opening of the magnetic attraction groove, and the cover plate and the opening of the magnetic attraction groove form a detachable connection.

More preferably, the magnetic attraction member is a magnet distributed on both sides of the plug-in slot.

More preferably, the connecting member and the portable electronic device are fixed by gluing or binding, and the clamping member and the plug-in slot are interference-fitted.

More preferably, the clamping member is composed of a first clamping block and a second clamping block which are spliced to each other, and the splicing surface of the first clamping block and the second clamping block is an inclined surface.

More preferably, the first clamping block and/or the second clamping block is a set of clamping block units of different shapes and sizes.

More preferably, the connector is a set of connector units having plug-in slots of different shapes and sizes.

More preferably, a plurality of positioning ridges are provided on the side walls of the clamping cavity, and the positioning ridges are used to assist in positioning the storage device in the clamping cavity.

More preferably, an opening corresponding to the data port of the storage device is reserved on the clamping block.

More preferably, the portable electronic device is a tablet computer or a mobile phone.

More preferably, the storage device is an SSD solid state drive.

More preferably, the clamp is provided with heat dissipation ribs, and the heat dissipation ribs and the clamp are an integrally formed structure or a separate structure.

More preferably, an accessory embedding groove is provided on the connecting member, and the accessory embedding groove is used to install accessories for auxiliary shooting.

More preferably, a reverse magnetic attraction member is provided on a side of the connector away from the connection side of the portable electronic device, and the reverse magnetic attraction member is used to connect magnetic auxiliary shooting accessories.

More preferably, a mobile phone holder connecting hole is provided on the connecting piece to realize the connection between the connecting piece body and the mobile phone holder.

More preferably, a locking protrusion/locking recess is provided on the connecting member, and a plurality of locking recesses/locking protrusions cooperating with the locking protrusion/locking recess are provided on the clamping member.

The technical solution provided by the utility model has at least the following technical effects or advantages.

1. The utility model provides a fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device. Since the storage device is clamped by a plug-in slot and a plurality of clamping blocks, it is compatible with storage devices of different shapes and sizes, allowing users to fix solid-state hard disks of different shapes and sizes on mobile phones or tablet computers in a simple way through magnetic force, thereby increasing the convenience of editing videos.

2. The utility model provides a fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device. By setting an accessory groove on the connecting piece, the storage device can be fixed while allowing the user to install props required for auxiliary shooting on the accessory, such as a fill light and a microphone for receiving sound, so that the function is more comprehensive.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG1 is a schematic structural diagram of a fixing mechanism provided in Example 1 of the utility model.

FIG2 is a schematic structural diagram of the fixing mechanism provided in Example 1 of the utility model from another perspective.

FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram of the structure after the solid state hard disk is fixed on the fixing mechanism.

FIG. 4 shows an exploded view of the connector.

FIG. 5 is an exploded view of the structure of the fixture.

FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram showing the assembly of the connecting member and the clamping member.

FIG. 7 is a schematic structural diagram of another fixing mechanism.

FIG8 is a structural exploded view of the fixing mechanism provided in Example 2 of the present utility model.

FIG. 9 is a side view of the connecting member in Embodiment 2.

FIG. 10 is another side view of the connecting member in Embodiment 2.

FIG. 11 is a top view of the connecting member in Embodiment 2.

FIG. 12 is a schematic diagram showing the structure of the clamping member in Embodiment 2.

FIG. 13 is a schematic diagram showing the clamping of the fixing mechanism provided in Example 2 of the present utility model.

FIG. 14 is another schematic diagram of clamping of the fixing mechanism provided in Example 2 of the utility model.

FIG. 15 is another schematic diagram of clamping of the fixing mechanism provided in Example 2 of the utility model.

Description of Figure Numbers.

1: Connectors.

1-1: Plug slot.

1-2: Connector body.

1-3: Magnet.

1-4: Magnetic slot.

1-5: Cover plate.

1-6: Accessory slots.

1-7: Reverse magnets.

1-8: Mobile phone holder connection hole.

1-9: Locking cam.

1-10: Reverse magnetic suction groove.

1-11: Cover plate.

2: Clamping parts.

2-1: Clamping block.

2-1-1: The first clamp.

2-1-2: The second clamp.

2-2: Clamping cavity.

2-3: Positioning convex strips.

2-4: Open your mouth.

2-5: Lock the recessed position.

3: Storage device.

4: Accessories.

4-1: Install the plate.

Detailed ways

The following is a further description of the specific implementation of the utility model in conjunction with the drawings of the specification, so that the technical solution and its beneficial effects of the utility model are clearer and more explicit. The following description of the embodiments with reference to the drawings is exemplary and intended to explain the utility model, and cannot be understood as limiting the utility model.

Additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent in the following description or will be understood through practice of the present invention.

Example 1

Referring to Figures 1 to 3, a fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device includes a connecting member 1 and a clamping member 2, wherein the connecting member 1 is used to realize the connection and fixation between the fixing mechanism and the portable electronic device, and a plug-in slot 1-1 is provided on the connecting member 1; the clamping member 2 is used to clamp a storage device 3, and the clamping member 2 is composed of at least two mutually spliced clamping blocks 2-1, and each of the clamping blocks 2-1 is inserted into the plug-in slot 1-1 after being spliced to maintain a fixed splicing shape.

As shown in FIG4 , the connector 1 includes an annular connector body 1-2 and magnets 1-3 symmetrically arranged on both sides of the plug-in slot 1-1. Here, the advantage of providing the magnets 1-3 is that it is convenient to realize the magnetic connection between the connector 1 and the portable electronic device, and it is also convenient to realize the magnetic fixation of the clamp 2 in the plug-in slot 1-1; accordingly, a magnetic member that is attracted to the magnet is provided on the portable electronic device and the clamp, and the magnetic member can be a magnet, an iron block, etc.

To facilitate the installation of the magnet 1-3, in this embodiment, a magnetic groove 1-4 and a cover plate 1-5 are preferably provided on the connector body 1-2, and the magnet 1-3 is arranged in the corresponding magnetic groove 1-4 and is covered and fixed by the cover plate 1-5. The cover plate 1-5 and the magnetic groove 1-4 can be detachably connected by a snap connection, screws, etc.

In some embodiments, the magnetic groove 1-4 can be omitted, and the magnet 1-3 can be directly bonded and fixed to the connector body 1-2; this is not limited to this embodiment.

In some embodiments, the shape and size of the connector body 1-2 can be appropriately adjusted according to actual needs; the connector 1 can also be fixed to the portable electronic device by other fixing methods such as gluing, strapping, etc. that are currently known or can be realized in the future. In this case, the magnet 1-3 can be omitted, and the clamping member 2 and the plug-in slot 1-1 can be connected and fixed by interference fit; it is not limited to this embodiment.

As shown in Figure 5, the clamping member 2 is composed of two first clamping blocks 2-1-1 and second clamping blocks 2-1-2 that are spliced with each other. The first clamping block 2-1-1 and the second clamping block 2-1-2 are provided with mutually matching clamping cavities 2-2, and the splicing surfaces of the first clamping block 2-1-1 and the second clamping block 2-1-2 are inclined surfaces; this can ensure that after the clamping member 2 is plugged into the plug-in slot 1-1, each clamping block 2-1 has the longest contact with the plug-in slot 1-1, thereby having the best clamping and plug-in reliability.

As shown in FIG6 , when the storage device is actually clamped, one end of the storage device is first inserted into the clamping cavity of the first clamping block 2-1-1, and the other end is inserted into the clamping wall of the second clamping block 2-1-2, and then the two clamping blocks are pushed toward the middle to fit together. Since the storage device is clamped by the insertion slot 1-1 and the two clamping blocks, storage devices of different shapes and sizes can be compatible.

In particular, according to different actual needs, the plug-in slots 1-1, the first clamping block 2-1-1 and the second clamping block 2-1-2 of different shapes and sizes can also be configured, and the plug-in slots 1-1, the first clamping block 2-1-1 and the second clamping block 2-1-2 of different shapes and sizes form a corresponding set. Different first clamping blocks 2-1-1 and second clamping blocks 2-1-2 can be selected during actual assembly, so that more types of storage devices can be compatible, as shown in FIG7.

In this embodiment, it is preferred that a plurality of positioning ridges 2-3 are further provided on the side wall of the clamping cavity 2-2, so that the storage device 3 can be better positioned to ensure that the storage device 3 is stable and does not shake in the clamping cavity 2-2. In some embodiments, the positioning ridges 2-3 can be omitted or replaced by other existing known and future positioning auxiliary structures; it is not limited to this embodiment.

In this embodiment, an opening 2-4 corresponding to the data port of the storage device 3 is also reserved on the first clamping block 2-1-1, so as to facilitate the connection of the storage device 3 and the portable electronic device with a data cable. Obviously, the position of the opening 2-4 is set as required and slightly different according to the size and model of the storage device 3, which is well known to those skilled in the art.

It should be noted that, in this embodiment, the portable electronic device is preferably a tablet computer, and the storage device is preferably an SSD solid state drive. Obviously, the fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device provided in this embodiment can also be used in connecting other portable electronic devices such as mobile phones with other storage devices; it is not limited to this embodiment.

Example 2

8 to 12 , a fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device is basically the same as that of Embodiment 1, with the main difference being that.

1. An accessory groove 1-6 is provided on the side of the connector body 1-2, and the accessory groove 1-6 is used to install the accessory 4. The accessory 4 can be a common camera hot shoe on the market, so as to facilitate connecting other self-matched shooting accessories such as fill light, microphone, etc. to the connector body 1-2 for use with electronic equipment.

2. A reverse magnet 1-7 is provided on the side of the connector body 1-2 away from the connection side of the portable electronic device, and the reverse magnet 1-7 is used to connect magnetic products, such as a magnetic fill light.

3. A mobile phone holder connection hole 1-8 is provided on the connector body 1-2 to achieve the connection between the connector body 1-2 and the mobile phone holder, so as to facilitate the user to take pictures. The mobile phone holder connection hole 1-8 is preferably a screw hole. Obviously, those skilled in the art can also use other forms of connection holes that are currently known or can be realized in the future according to different actual needs.

Fourth, the connection groove 1-1 is provided with a locking convex position 1-9, and the clamping member 2 is provided with a plurality of locking recesses 2-5 that cooperate with the locking convex position 1-9. After the clamping member 2 is fixed to the main body 1, the user can adjust the position of the clamping member 2 and the storage device 3 by using the locking convex position 1-9 and different locking recesses 2-5 according to the usage. Obviously, in some embodiments, the positions of the locking convex position and the locking recess can be swapped, such as providing a plurality of locking convex positions on the clamping member 2, and providing a locking recess that can cooperate with each locking convex position on the connection groove; similar effects can be achieved; not limited to this embodiment.

Referring to FIG. 8 again, in this embodiment, a reverse magnetic attraction groove 1-10 for mounting a reverse magnet 1-7 is provided on the connector body 1-2, and the reverse magnet 1-7 is disposed in the corresponding reverse magnetic attraction groove 1-10 and is covered and fixed by a corresponding cover plate 1-11. The cover plate 1-11 and the reverse magnetic attraction groove 1-10 can be detachably connected by a snap connection, screws, or the like.

As shown in combination with FIG8 and FIG14, in this embodiment, the installation method of the accessory 4 and the accessory embedding groove 1-6 is: a mounting plate 4-1 corresponding to the accessory embedding groove 1-6 is provided on the accessory 4, the mounting plate 4-1 is directly inserted into the accessory embedding groove 1-6, and the accessory embedding groove 1-6 is used to clamp the accessory 4. To ensure the clamping effect, the two can be interference-fitted through an elastic member.

12 to 15 , in this embodiment, the clamp 2 is an integrally formed single component, which constitutes the housing of the storage device 3. To facilitate heat dissipation of the storage device 3, a plurality of heat dissipation ribs are preferably formed on the outer surface of the clamp 2.

Compared with the first embodiment, this embodiment adds some structures for installing shooting accessories on the basis of the fixed structure of the storage device, so that the user can install props needed for shooting, such as fill light and microphone for receiving sound, on the accessories.

It should also be noted that, in the description of the present invention, directional words such as the terms "center", "lateral", "longitudinal", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating directions and positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and cannot be understood as limiting the specific scope of protection of the present invention.

In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features. Therefore, the definition of "first" and "second" features can explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the utility model, "at least" means one or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

In the present invention, unless otherwise specified and limited, the terms "assemble", "connect", and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can also be a mechanical connection; it can be directly connected, or it can be connected through an intermediate medium, or the two elements can be internally connected. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

In the utility model, unless otherwise specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "below" and "above" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the horizontal height of the first feature is higher than the height of the second feature. A first feature being "above", "below" and "below" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the horizontal height of the first feature is lower than the second feature.

Through the description of the above structure and principle, those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the above specific implementations. Improvements and substitutions based on the present invention using the known technology in the art fall within the protection scope of the present invention, and the protection scope of the present invention should be defined by the claims and their equivalents. Parts not described in the specific implementations are prior art or common knowledge.

Claims (15)

1. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device, characterized in that it comprises a connecting member and a clamping member, wherein the connecting member is used to realize the connection and fixing of the fixing mechanism and the portable electronic device, and a plug-in slot is provided on the connecting member; the clamping member is used to clamp the storage device and plug into the plug-in slot; The clamping member is composed of at least two mutually spliced clamping blocks, each of which is provided with a clamping cavity that cooperates with each other and is used to clamp the storage device. After being spliced, each of the clamping blocks is inserted into the plug-in slot to maintain a fixed splicing shape; Alternatively, the clamp is a single component formed in one piece. 2. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that the connecting member comprises a connecting member body having the plug-in slot and a magnetic member installed on the connecting member body; the connecting member is magnetically connected to the portable electronic device and the clamping member; Alternatively, the connector and the portable electronic device are fixed by gluing or binding. 3. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 2, characterized in that a magnetic suction groove for installing the magnetic suction member is provided on the connecting member body, and a cover plate is provided on the opening of the magnetic suction groove, and the cover plate and the opening of the magnetic suction groove form a detachable connection. 4 . The fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein the clamping member and the plug-in slot are interference-fitted. 5. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that the clamping member is composed of a first clamping block and a second clamping block spliced to each other, and the splicing surface of the first clamping block and the second clamping block is an inclined surface. 6. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 5, characterized in that the first clamping block and/or the second clamping block is a set of clamping block units of different shapes and sizes. 7. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that the connector is a set of connector units having plug-in slots of different shapes and sizes. 8. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that a plurality of positioning ridges are provided on the side walls of the clamping cavity, and the positioning ridges are used to assist in positioning the storage device located in the clamping cavity. 9. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that an opening corresponding to a data port of the storage device is left on the clamping member. 10 . The fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein the portable electronic device is a tablet computer or a mobile phone, and the storage device is an SSD solid state drive. 11. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that a heat dissipation rib is provided on the clamping member, and the heat dissipation rib and the clamping member are an integrally formed structure or a separate structure. 12. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that an accessory embedding groove is provided on the connecting member, and the accessory embedding groove is used to install an accessory for auxiliary shooting. 13. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that a reverse magnetic attraction member is provided on a side of the connecting member away from a connecting side of the portable electronic device, and the reverse magnetic attraction member is used to connect magnetic auxiliary shooting accessories. 14. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that a mobile phone holder connecting hole is provided on the connecting member to achieve connection between the connecting member and the mobile phone holder. 15. A fixing mechanism for fixing a storage device on a portable electronic device according to claim 1, characterized in that a locking protrusion/locking recess is provided on the connecting member, and a plurality of locking recesses/locking protrusions cooperating with the locking protrusion/locking recess are provided on the clamping member.