Patent Publication Number: US-2023146462-A1

Title: Storage case and charging device for vr equipment

Description:
CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS 
     This application is a continuation application of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 17/574,585, filed on Jan. 13, 2022, which claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202122707902.7, filed on Nov. 5, 2021, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. 
    
    
     FIELD 
     The present disclosure relates to virtual reality technology field, and specifically to a storage case and charging device for a VR equipment. 
     BACKGROUND 
     A VR (virtual reality) equipment generally refers to a virtual reality head mounted display device. It is a product that uses a combination of simulation technology, computer graphics, man-machine interface technology, multimedia technology, sensor technology, network technology and other technologies to display images for a left eye and a right eye respectively through a left eye screen and a right eye screen, and cooperate with ear phones and other devices to make people get a strong sense of immersion. 
     The VR equipment has been popular with people since it was launched. However, due to fine internal structure, it needs to be stored carefully, which makes it inconvenient for people to store and carry the VR equipment. At the same time, with frequent use of the VR equipment, its charging problem is also puzzled users. However, an existing accommodation device for a VR equipment on the market only provides an accommodation space, and the VR equipment may move in the accommodation space. When the user carries the VR equipment by the existing accommodation device, it is easy to get damage to the VR equipment. 
     Therefore, the present disclosure provides a storage case and charging device for a VR equipment, which can charge the VR equipment while stably storing the VR equipment, and effectively solve the above problems. 
     SUMMARY 
     In order to overcome the disadvantage of the existing accommodation device, the present disclosure provides a storage case and charging device for a VR equipment, which has the advantages of simple structure, convenient use, good storage and charging effect. 
     The present disclosure adopts the following technical solution: a storage case and charging device for a VR equipment including: a lower housing having an accommodation groove for accommodating the VR equipment; an upper housing covering the accommodation groove and detachably connected with the lower housing; and a first charging plug disposed in the accommodation groove, and the first charging plug configured for inserting into and electrically connecting to a first charging port of the VR equipment for charging the VR equipment. 
     Further, a magnetic module is disposed on the first charging plug, and the magnetic module is configured to connect to the first charging port of the VR equipment by magnetic force. 
     Further, the magnetic module comprises a magnetic ring, the magnetic ring is disposed on an end of the first charging plug, a through hole is disposed on a middle region of the magnetic ring, and connection pins of the first charging plug correspond to the through hole. 
     Further, the accommodation groove matches a shape of the VR equipment. 
     Further, a first restriction portion, a second restriction portion, and a third restriction portion are disposed in the accommodation groove, and the accommodation groove is divided into a first accommodation part, a second accommodation part, a third accommodation part and a fourth accommodation part by the first restriction portion, the second restriction portion, and the third restriction portion. 
     Further, the first restriction portion and the second restriction portion are arc-shaped. 
     Further, the first restriction portion, the second restriction portion part and the third restriction portion protrude from a bottom part of the accommodation groove. 
     Further, a fourth restriction portion is disposed on the upper housing, and when the upper housing covers the accommodation groove, the fourth restriction portion contacts with a surface of the VR equipment. 
     Further, the fourth restriction portion is an elastic restriction block with smooth edges. 
     Further, a fifth restriction portion is disposed in the second accommodation part, and the fifth restriction portion is configured to contact with surfaces of an ear phone and other accessories. 
     Further, the storage case and charging device comprises a handle, and the handle is rotatably connected with a surface of the lower housing. 
     Further, a rotation shaft is disposed on the surface of the lower housing, a shaft hole with an oval shape is disposed on the handle, and the rotation shaft is slidably disposed in the shaft hole. 
     Further, a hang ring is disposed on an end of the rotation shaft and rotatably connected with the end of the rotation shaft. 
     Further, a control circuit board is disposed in the lower housing, and the first charging plug is connected to the control circuit board. 
     Further, a second charging port is disposed on the lower housing, the second charging port is electrically connected to and the control circuit board. 
     Further, at least one indicator light is disposed on a side wall of the lower housing, the at least one indicator light is electrically connected to the control circuit board. 
     Further, a transparent observation window is disposed on the upper housing, the transparent observation window is configured to allow light to pass through. 
     Further, the rotation shaft slidably disposed in the shaft hole; when the storage case and charging device is lifted, the rotation shaft moves along the shaft hole and slides into a lower end of the shaft hole, and the rotation shaft rotates at the lower end of the shaft hole; when the handle is pressed down, the rotation shaft moves along the shaft hole to an upper end of the shaft hole such that the handle is close to the surface of the lower housing. 
     The present disclosure also has the beneficial effects: through above structure, the battery is disposed in the lower housing, the first charging plug is electrically connected to the battery, when the VR equipment is placed in the accommodation groove, the first charging plug is inserted into the first charging port of the VR equipment to electrically connect the VR equipment and the battery, so that the battery can supply the VR equipment and effectively improve endurance of the VR equipment. The storage case and charging device can charge the VR equipment while storing it, simplify the user&#39;s operation and improve the user experience. Further, the VR equipment can be placed, effectively stored and fixed in the accommodation groove, so as to prevent the VR equipment from being damaged when the user carries the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment, and effectively ensure property safety of the user. Moreover, when the user lifts the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment, the rotation shaft moves along the shaft hole and slides into a lower end of the shaft hole, and the rotation shaft rotates at the lower end of the shaft hole, and when the VR equipment is stored in the storage case and charging device, the user can press down the handle, and the rotation shaft moves along the shaft hole to an upper end of the shaft hole, thus, the handle is close to the surface of the lower housing, which effectively reduces the size of the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment and facilitates the user store the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment; and when the storage case and charging device is in the close state, the hanging ring can be close to the end of the rotation shaft so as to reduce the size of the storage case and charging device. When it needs to use the hanging ring, the hanging ring can be rotated to be exposed from the end of the rotation shaft, which is convenient for the user to hang other products (such as key chains, decorative pendants, etc.,) on the hanging ring, so that the user do not need to carry other products during lifting the handle, so as to improve the user experience. 
    
    
     
       BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS 
       For the purpose of a clearer description of the embodiments in this application or technical solutions in prior art, below is a brief introduction of the attached drawings needed to be used in the description of the embodiments or prior art. Apparently, the attached drawings in the following description are only some embodiments indicated in the present application. For ordinary skill in the art, they may obtain other drawings according to these attached drawings without any innovative laboring. 
       The present disclosure will be further described with reference to the attached drawings and the embodiments hereunder. 
         FIG.  1    is an explosive view of a storage case and charging device in a close state according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. 
         FIG.  2    is an explosive view of the storage case and charging device of  FIG.  1    in an open state. 
         FIG.  3    is an enlarge view of part A of  FIG.  2   . 
         FIG.  4    is a cross-section view of the storage case and charging device of  FIG.  1   . 
         FIG.  5    is another cross-section view of the storage case and charging device of  FIG.  1   . 
         FIG.  6    is an enlarge view of part B of  FIG.  5   . 
         FIG.  7    is another explosive view of the storage case and charging device of  FIG.  1    in the close state. 
     
    
    
     DETAILED DESCRIPTION 
     In order to provide a clear understanding of the objects, features, and advantages of the embodiments, the following are detailed and complete descriptions to the technological solutions adopted in the embodiments. Obviously, the descriptions are part of the whole embodiments. The other embodiments which are not processed creatively by technicians of ordinary skills in the field are under the protection of this disclosure. The same is given with reference to the drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that non-conflicting embodiments in the disclosure and the features in the embodiments may be combined with each other without conflict. 
     In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a full understanding of the disclosure. The disclosure may be practiced otherwise than as described herein. The following specific embodiments are not to limit the scope of the disclosure. 
     Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms herein have the same meaning as used in the field of the art as generally understood. The terms used in the disclosure are to describe particular embodiments and are not intended to limit the disclosure. 
     The disclosure, referencing the accompanying drawings, is illustrated by way of examples and not by way of limitation. It should be noted that references to “an” or “one” embodiment in this disclosure are not necessarily to the same embodiment, and such references mean “at least one.” 
     Referring to  FIGS.  1 - 7   , a storage case and charging device for a VR equipment includes a lower housing  10  having an accommodation groove  11  for accommodating the VR equipment, an upper housing  20  covering the accommodation groove  11  and detachably connected with the lower housing  10 , a battery  50  disposed in the lower housing  10 , and a first charging plug  30  disposed in the accommodation groove  11  and electrically connected to the battery  50 , and the first charging plug  30  configured for inserting into and electrically connecting to a first charging port of the VR equipment for charging the VR equipment. 
     Through above structure, the battery  50  is dispose in the lower housing  10 , and the first charging plug  30  is electrically connected to the battery  50 , when the VR equipment is placed in the accommodation groove  11 , the first charging plug  30  is inserted into the first charging port of the VR equipment to electrically connect the VR equipment and the battery  50 , so that the battery  50  can supply power to the VR equipment and effectively improve endurance of the VR equipment. The storage case and charging device can charge the VR equipment while storing it, simplify user&#39;s operation and improve user experience. Further, the VR equipment can be placed, effectively stored and fixed in the accommodation groove  11 , so as to prevent the VR equipment from being damaged when the user carries the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment, and effectively ensure property safety of the user. 
     In the embodiment, a magnetic module  31  is disposed on the first charging plug  30 , and the magnetic module  31  is configured to connect to the first charging port of the VR equipment by magnetic force. Through above structure, the VR equipment can be placed, effectively stored and fixed in the accommodation groove  11 , so as to prevent the VR equipment from being damaged when the user carries the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment. Through the magnetic module  31 , the first charging plug can be automatically set and inserted into the first charging port of the VR equipment, so as to effectively charge the VR equipment, improve endurance of the VR equipment and provide a good user experience. 
     In the embodiment, the magnetic module  31  can be a magnetic ring, the magnetic ring is disposed on an end of the first charging plug  30 . A through hole is disposed on a middle region of the magnetic ring, and connection pins of the first charging plug  30  correspond to the through hole. The magnetic ring can ensure a force between the first charging plug and the VR equipment balance, make the first charging plug more firmly connect to the VR equipment, improve stability of the storage case and charging device, make the first charging plug more stably charge the VR equipment, protect the connection pins of the first charging plug  30 , and effectively ensure service life of the storage case and charging device. 
     In the embodiment, the accommodation groove  11  matches a shape of the VR equipment. Through above structure, the VR equipment can be fixed and restricted in the accommodation groove to prevent the VR equipment from moving, effectively protect the VR equipment and improve stability of the storage case and charging device. 
     In the embodiment, a first restriction portion  91 , a second restriction portion  92 , and a third restriction portion  93  are disposed in the accommodation groove  11 , and the accommodation groove  11  is divided into a first accommodation part  12 , a second accommodation part  13 , a third accommodation part  14  and a fourth accommodation part  15  by the first restriction portion  91 , the second restriction portion  92 , and the third restriction portion  93 . Through above structure, the first restriction portion  91 , the second restriction portion  92  part and the third restriction portion  93  protrude from a bottom part of the accommodation groove  11 , and the accommodation groove  11  is divided into the first accommodation part  12 , the second accommodation part  13 , the third accommodation part  14  and the fourth accommodation part  15 . The first accommodation part  12  can be used to store a VR glasses/VR head display of the VP equipment, and the second accommodation part  13  can be used to store other accessories such as a headband of the VR equipment. The third accommodation part  14  can accommodate accessories such as a handle of the VR equipment, and the fourth accommodation part  15  can accommodate small accessories such as a data cable and a second charging plug of the VR equipment. The separated accommodation parts can store each element of the VR equipment separately, prevent collision between each element, effectively ensure the stability of the storage case and charging device, and make each element be stored more regularly and provide convenience to the user. 
     In the embodiment, the first restriction portion  91  and the second restriction portion  92  are arc-shaped. Through above structure, outer surfaces of the arc-shaped first restriction portion  91  and the second restriction portion  92  can effectively fit an inner surface of an ear phone and an inner side of the VR glasses/VR head display, and can more stably and fully contact the VR glasses/VR head display and the accessories of the VR equipment, so as to further improve the stability of the storage case and charging device. 
     In the embodiment, a fourth restriction portion  21  is disposed on the upper housing  20 , and when the upper housing  20  covers the accommodation groove  11 , the fourth restriction portion  21  contacts with an upper surface of the VR equipment. Through above structure, the fourth restriction portion  21  can contact with and butt against the upper surface of the VR device to further restrict the VR device, prevent the VR equipment from moving up and down, and further improve the stability of the storage case and charging device. 
     In the embodiment, the fourth restriction portion  21  is an elastic restriction block with smooth edges. Through above structure, due to elasticity of the elastic restriction block, when the elastic restriction block contacts with and butts against the upper surface of the VR device, the elastic restriction block is elastically deformed and effectively butts against the upper surface of the VR equipment to restrict the VR equipment and prevent the upper surface of the VR equipment from shifting. Moreover, with the smooth edges edge and the elasticity, the elastic restriction block can prevent the upper surface of the VR equipment from damaging, so as to protect the VR equipment and effectively improve the user experience. 
     In the embodiment, a fifth restriction portion  132  is disposed in the second accommodation part  13 , and the fifth restriction portion  132  is configured to contact with and but against surfaces of the ear phone and other accessories. Through above structure, the fifth restriction portion  132  can contact with and but against one side surface of the accessories such as the ear phone, and the other end of the first restriction portion  91  can contact with and but against the other side surface of the accessories such as the ear phone, so as to effectively restrict the accessories such as the ear phone and ensure the stability of the storage case and charging device. 
     In the embodiment, the storage case and charging device further includes a handle  40 , and the handle  40  is rotatably connected with a surface of the lower housing  10 . Through above structure, the handle  40  can facilitate the user to lift and carry the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment. Preferably, when the user lifts the handle  40 , gravity center of the storage case and charging device and the handle  40  are arranged along the same vertical line, which can make the storage case and charging device with stress uniform, further facilitate the user to lift the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment, and effectively improve the user experience. 
     In the embodiment, a rotation shaft  17  is disposed on the surface of the lower housing  10 , a shaft hole  41  with an oval shape is disposed on the handle  40 , and the rotation shaft  17  is slidably disposed in the shaft hole  41 . Through above structure, when the user lifts the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment, the rotation shaft  17  moves along the shaft hole  41  and slides into a lower end of the shaft hole  41 , and the rotation shaft  17  rotates at the lower end of the shaft hole  41 . When the VR equipment is stored in the storage case and charging device, the user can press down the handle  50 , and the rotation shaft  17  moves along the shaft hole  41  to an upper end of the shaft hole  41 , thus, the handle  50  is close to the surface of the lower housing  10 , which effectively reduces the size of the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment and facilitates the user store the storage case and charging device with the VR equipment. 
     In the embodiment, a control circuit board  60  is disposed in the lower housing  10 , the control circuit board  60  is electrically connected to the battery  50 , and the first charging plug  30  is connected to the control circuit board  60 . Through above structure, the battery  50  can separate the storage case and charging device from mains power, facilitate the user to charge the VR equipment outdoors, and effectively improve the endurance of the VR equipment. The design of the control circuit board  60  can effectively adjust input/output power, voltages and currents when the storage case and charging device is connected to the mains power, the VR equipment and other electrical devices, so as to protect the storage case and charging device, the VR equipment and other electrical devices. 
     In the embodiment, a second charging plug  131  is disposed on the second accommodation part  13 , and the second charging plug  131  is electrically connected the battery  50  and the control circuit board  60 . Through above structure, the second charging plug  132  is placed in the second accommodation part  13 , so as to charge the electrical devices (such as such as earphones or mobile phones) placed in the second accommodation part  13  and effectively improve applicability of the storage case and charging device and provide a better user experience. 
     In the embodiment, a hanging ring  171  is disposed on an end of the rotation shaft  17  and rotatably connected with the end of the rotation shaft  17 . Through above structure, when the storage case and charging device is in the close state, the hanging ring  171  can be close to the end of the rotation shaft  17  so as to reduce the size of the storage case and charging device  10 . When it needs to use the hanging ring  171 , the hanging ring  171  can be rotated to be exposed from the end of the rotation shaft  17 , which is convenient for the user to hang other products (such as key chains, decorative pendants, etc.,) on the hanging ring  171 , so that the user do not need to carry other products during lifting the handle  40 , so as to improve the user experience. 
     In the embodiment, a second charging port  18  is disposed on the lower housing  10 , the second charging port  18  is electrically connected to the battery  50  and the control circuit board  60 . Through above structure, the user can insert a charging cable into the charging second charging port  18  and connect the battery  50  to the mains power, so as to effectively charge the battery  50  and improve the endurance of the storage case and charging device; Moreover, the storage case and charging device can also be electrically connected with other electronic devices (such as computer) through USB port to transmit power and information. 
     In the embodiment, at least one indicator light  16  is disposed on a side wall of the lower housing  10 , the indicator light  16  is electrically connected to the battery  50  and the control circuit board  60 . Through above structure, the indicator lights  16  can be used to prompt the user remaining power, charging state and use state of the storage case and charging device. For example, when a red indicator light  16  is lighted, it prompts the user that the battery  50  is low, the number of green indicator lights  16  prompts remaining power of the battery  50 , and when the red indicator light  16  flashes, it means the storage case and charging device failure and prompts the user to check and repair the storage case and charging device. 
     In the embodiment, a transparent observation window  22  is disposed on the upper housing  20 , the transparent observation window  22  is configured to allow light to pass through. Through above structure, the transparent observation window  22  can facilitate the user to observe the VR equipment and other electronic devices inside the storage case and charging device, which can not only make the storage case and charging device beautiful, concise and generous, but also facilitate the user to observe the VR equipment contained in the storage case and charging device, so as to give a better user experience. 
     Finally, it should be noted that above embodiments are merely used for illustrating the technical solutions of the disclosure, rather than limiting the disclosure; though the disclosure is illustrated in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, it should be understood by those of ordinary skill in the art that modifications may still be made on the technical solutions disclosed in the aforementioned respective embodiments, or equivalent substitutions may be made to a part of technical features thereof; and these modifications or substitutions do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the respective embodiments of the disclosure.