Cooling device of vehicle brake system and automobile

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automobiles, in particular to a cooling device of a vehicle brake system and an automobile, and the cooling device comprises a cooling assembly, a driving assembly and a switch, the cooling assembly comprises a support, a mounting disc and a water storage tank, the mounting disc is arranged beside a hub of the vehicle body, connected to the vehicle body through the support and connected to a wheel shaft through a bearing, a water spraying opening is formed in the mounting disc and connected with the water storage tank through a water pipe, and the water storage tank is arranged on the vehicle body. The driving assembly is arranged on the vehicle body, connected with the water storage tank and used for driving water in the water storage tank to the water spraying opening to be sprayed out; the switch is arranged in the cab and electrically connected with the driving assembly. When a brake system is overheated, a driver can quickly start the driving assembly through the switch in a cab, the driving assembly drives water in the water storage tank to be sprayed out through the water pipe to the water spraying opening to act on a brake pad, a brake disc or an outline, physical cooling can be conducted on the brake system, and the brake system is prevented from losing efficacy due to overheating.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive technology, and in particular to a cooling device for a vehicle braking system and an automobile. Background Technology

[0002] In the current automotive technology field, although the performance and safety of large vehicles have been significantly improved, there are still significant shortcomings in brake system temperature management, especially in cooling measures after the brake system overheats. Specifically, drivers find it difficult to quickly perform appropriate brake system cooling operations when the brake system overheats, leading to the safety hazard of brake system overheating failure. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to address the safety hazard of brake system failure caused by the difficulty for drivers of large vehicles to quickly perform corresponding brake system cooling operations when the brake system overheats, thus leading to brake system failure. This invention provides a vehicle brake system cooling device and a vehicle.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a cooling device for a vehicle braking system, including a cooling assembly, a drive assembly, and a switch; the cooling assembly includes a bracket, a mounting plate, and a water tank; the mounting plate is disposed beside the wheel hub of the vehicle body, the mounting plate is connected to the vehicle body via the bracket, the mounting plate is connected to the wheel axle via a bearing, the mounting plate is provided with at least one water spray nozzle, the water spray nozzle is connected to the water tank via a water pipe, and the water tank is disposed on the vehicle body; the drive assembly is disposed on the vehicle body, the drive assembly is connected to the water tank, and the drive assembly is used to drive the water in the water tank to be sprayed out from the water spray nozzle; the switch is disposed in the driver's cab, and the switch is electrically connected to the drive assembly.

[0006] The vehicle braking system cooling device described in this utility model allows the driver to quickly activate the drive assembly via a switch in the cab when the braking system overheats. The drive assembly drives water from the water tank through the water pipe to the spray nozzle. Since the spray nozzle is located on the mounting plate next to the wheel hub, the sprayed water can directly act on the brake pads, brake discs, or brake rims, thus physically cooling the braking system and preventing it from overheating and failing. This cooling device has a simple structure, is easy to use, and has good performance.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, the outer diameter of the mounting plate matches the hub ring of the wheel hub.

[0008] With this structural design, the mounting plate is matched to the wheel hub, which can straighten the airflow of the wheel, optimize the aerodynamic structure of the car, and achieve certain energy-saving and emission-reduction effects.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, both the bracket and the mounting plate are hollow structures, and the water pipe is located inside the bracket and the mounting plate.

[0010] With this structural design, the water pipes are concealed within the vehicle body, the bracket, and the mounting plate along their path from the vehicle body to the water nozzle, without being exposed. This reduces the risk of the water pipes breaking and ensures that the cooling components can operate smoothly.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the driving component includes a gas storage tank and a valve; the gas storage tank stores high-pressure gas and is connected to the top of the water storage tank; the bottom of the water storage tank is provided with a water outlet, the water outlet is connected to the valve, and the valve is connected to all the spray nozzles through the water pipe; the switch is electrically connected to the valve.

[0012] This structural design utilizes high-pressure gas from the gas storage tank as a power source. When the valve is opened, the gas storage tank instantly releases pressure into the water storage tank, propelling water from the tank at high speed and pressure from each nozzle. This instantaneous spraying mechanism ensures that the target area is rapidly covered by a large amount of dense cooling water, effectively reducing the temperature of the object being cooled and significantly improving cooling efficiency. Simultaneously, by leveraging the energy storage characteristics of the gas storage tank, energy can be stored during non-spraying periods, reducing reliance on continuous power supply and thus lowering energy consumption and carbon emissions to some extent. The precise control of the spray volume through the valve prevents water waste, achieving optimized resource allocation and sustainable utilization.

[0013] As a further preferred technical solution of this utility model, the top of the water storage tank is provided with an air inlet, and the air inlet is provided with a quick-connect conversion port; the air outlet pipe of the air storage tank is connected to the quick-connect conversion port.

[0014] As a further preferred technical solution of this utility model, the gas storage tank is provided with a pressure regulating valve, a pressure gauge and a safety valve, and the pressure regulating valve is connected to the gas outlet pipe.

[0015] As a further preferred technical solution of this utility model, the pressure regulating valve is provided with a check valve and a filter element.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the driving component includes a pump and a valve; the bottom of the water storage tank is provided with a water outlet, the water outlet is connected to the pump, the pump is connected to the valve, and the valve is connected to all the spray nozzles through the water pipe; the switch is electrically connected to the pump and the valve.

[0017] With this structural design, water is drawn from the water storage tank by the pump and distributed to each of the spray nozzles via the valves.

[0018] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the water pipe is equipped with a filter.

[0019] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the mounting plate is provided with 2-6 water spray nozzles, which are evenly distributed along the circumference of the mounting plate.

[0020] As a preferred technical solution of this utility model, the cooling device of the vehicle braking system further includes an alarm component; the alarm component includes a detector, a controller, and an alarm. The detector is located at the braking system of the vehicle body, and the controller and the alarm are located in the driver's cab of the vehicle body. The controller is electrically connected to the alarm and the detector. The detector is used to detect abnormal data of the braking system and transmit it to the controller. The controller has a data threshold and controls the alarm to work after the received abnormal data exceeds the data threshold. The alarm is used to issue an alarm.

[0021] With this structural setup, the alarm component allows the driver to be directly aware that the braking system is overheating beyond a data threshold, and then the switch can be turned on to cool the braking system.

[0022] Secondly, this utility model also provides an automobile, including a cooling device for the vehicle braking system as described in any of the above claims.

[0023] In a vehicle using the present invention, when the braking system overheats, the driver can quickly activate the drive assembly via the switch in the driver's cab. The drive assembly drives the water in the water tank through the water pipe to the spray nozzle. Since the spray nozzle is located on the mounting plate next to the wheel hub, the sprayed water can directly act on the brake pads, brake discs, or brake rims, thereby physically cooling the braking system and preventing it from overheating and failing.

[0024] In summary, due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0025] This utility model discloses a cooling device for a vehicle braking system and a car. When the braking system overheats, the driver can quickly activate the drive assembly from the driver's cab via the switch. The drive assembly drives water in the water tank through the water pipe to the spray nozzle. Since the spray nozzle is located on the mounting plate next to the wheel hub, the sprayed water can directly act on the brake pads, brake discs, or brake rims, thus physically cooling the braking system and preventing overheating failure. This cooling device has a simple structure, is easy to use, and has good effect. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the installation of the cooling device for the vehicle's braking system;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The right view (partial);

[0028] Figure 3 Side view of the bracket, mounting plate, and spray nozzle;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the pipeline layout of the cooling device in Example 1;

[0030] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the pipeline layout of the cooling device in Example 2.

[0031] The markings in the diagram are: 1-vehicle body, 2-bracket, 3-mounting plate, 4-spray nozzle, 5-water pipe, 6-valve, 7-filter, 8-outlet, 9-water tank, 10-inlet, 11-air inlet, 12-pressure regulating valve, 13-air tank, 14-pressure gauge, 15-safety valve, 16-pump. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to experimental examples and specific embodiments. However, this should not be construed as limiting the scope of the above-mentioned subject matter of the present invention to the following embodiments; all technologies implemented based on the content of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention.

[0033] Unless otherwise specified, the use of terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "center," "inner," and "outer" to indicate orientation or positional relationships in the description of specific embodiments of the present invention is based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product / equipment / device is typically placed during use. These terms are merely for the purpose of facilitating the description of the present invention or simplifying the description in specific embodiments, enabling those skilled in the art to quickly understand the solution, and do not indicate or imply that a particular device / component / element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific positional relationship. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention.

[0034] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," "suspended," and "parallel" does not imply that the corresponding device / component / element must be absolutely horizontal, vertical, suspended, or parallel, but rather that it can be slightly tilted or have a deviation. For example, "horizontal" merely means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but that it can be slightly tilted. Alternatively, it can be simplified to mean that the corresponding device / component / element, when set in a "horizontal," "vertical," "suspended," or "parallel" direction, can have an error / deviation of ±10% relative to the corresponding direction, more preferably within ±8%, more preferably within ±6%, more preferably within ±5%, and more preferably within ±4%. As long as the corresponding device / component / element is within the error / deviation range, it can still achieve its function in the present invention.

[0035] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first," "second," and "third" in terminology is merely for distinguishing descriptions of identical or similar components and should not be interpreted as emphasizing or implying the relative importance of a particular component.

[0036] Furthermore, in the description of the embodiments of the present invention, "several", "more than", and "a number of" represent at least two. The number can be any number, such as 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 9, and can even exceed nine.

[0037] Furthermore, in the description of the technical solution of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified / limited / restricted, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," "link," "provided with," "laid out," and "arranged" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to common connection methods in the art, such as welding, riveting, bolting, and threaded connections. Such connections can be mechanical, electrical, or communication connections; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components.

[0038] While the performance and safety of large vehicles have been significantly improved in related technologies, there are still significant shortcomings in brake system temperature management, especially in cooling measures after the brake system overheats. Specifically, drivers often find it difficult to detect brake system overheating in a timely manner and take appropriate cooling measures, leading to a safety hazard of brake system failure due to overheating. Therefore, the technical solution of this application was developed. The following section discusses... Figures 1 to 5 To elaborate.

[0039] Example 1

[0040] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, the cooling device for a vehicle braking system according to this utility model includes an alarm component, a cooling component, a drive component, and a switch.

[0041] The alarm component is used to alert the driver that the braking system is overheating and needs to be cooled down. The cooling component is used to cool down the braking system. The drive component is used to drive the water in the cooling component to move and spray out. The switch is used to turn the drive component on and off.

[0042] In some optional embodiments, the alarm component includes a thermal sensor, a controller, and an alarm. The thermal sensor is located at the braking system of the vehicle body 1, and the controller and the alarm are located in the driver's cab of the vehicle body 1. The controller is electrically connected to the alarm and the thermal sensor. The thermal sensor is used to collect temperature data of the braking system and transmit it to the controller. The controller has a temperature threshold and controls the alarm to operate after the received temperature data exceeds the temperature threshold. The alarm is used to issue an alarm.

[0043] In some alternative implementations, the thermal sensor includes one or more of a thermocouple, a thermistor, and an infrared temperature sensor.

[0044] In some optional embodiments, the alarm component includes a smoke detector, a controller, and an alarm. The smoke detector is located at the braking system of the vehicle body 1, and the controller and the alarm are located in the driver's cab of the vehicle body 1. The controller is electrically connected to the alarm and the smoke detector. The smoke detector is used to detect the smoke duration data of the braking system and transmit it to the controller. The controller has a smoke duration threshold and controls the alarm to work after the received smoke duration data exceeds the smoke duration threshold. The alarm is used to issue an alarm.

[0045] In an alternative implementation, the alarm component includes both the thermal sensor and the smoke detector.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the cooling assembly includes a bracket 2 and a mounting plate 3. The mounting plate 3 is disposed next to the wheel hub of the vehicle body 1. The mounting plate 3 is connected to the vehicle body 1 through the bracket 2 and is connected to the wheel axle through a bearing. The mounting plate 3 is provided with at least one water spray nozzle 4.

[0047] In some alternative embodiments, the bracket 2 is detachably connected to the vehicle body 1 by bolts, and the mounting plate 3 is detachably connected to the bracket 2 by bolts.

[0048] In some optional embodiments, the mounting plate 3 is provided with 2-6 water nozzles 4, which are evenly distributed along the circumference of the mounting plate 3.

[0049] For example, in this embodiment, as follows Figure 2 As shown, the mounting plate 3 is provided with four evenly distributed water nozzles 4.

[0050] In some alternative embodiments, the spray angle of the nozzle 4 is adjustable. For example, the nozzle 4 is connected to the mounting plate 3 via a ball joint.

[0051] By rationally designing the layout and angle of the spray nozzles 4, the cooling water can evenly and extensively cover the cooled area, reducing temperature gradient differences and achieving a more uniform cooling effect. This helps prevent material performance degradation or equipment damage caused by local overheating and extends service life.

[0052] In some alternative implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, the outer diameter of the mounting plate 3 matches the wheel hub rim. This structural arrangement, where the mounting plate 3 matches the wheel hub rim, can straighten the airflow around the wheel, optimizing the vehicle's aerodynamic structure and achieving a certain degree of energy saving and emission reduction.

[0053] In some alternative implementations, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, both the bracket 2 and the mounting plate 3 are hollow structures, and the water pipe 5 is located inside the bracket 2 and the mounting plate 3. With this structural design, the water pipe 5 is concealed within the vehicle body 1, the bracket 2, and the mounting plate 3 along its path from the vehicle body 1 to the water nozzle 4, and is not exposed, reducing the risk of the water pipe 5 breaking and ensuring the proper functioning of the cooling assembly.

[0054] In one alternative implementation, such as Figure 3 As shown, the mounting plate 3 is formed by two gong-shaped shells connected to each other. The mounting plate 3 is bulging in the middle and thin at the edges, which can simultaneously meet the requirements of pneumatic rectification and hollow placement of the water pipe 5.

[0055] like Figure 4 As shown, the drive assembly is mounted on the vehicle body 1, and the cooling assembly also includes a water tank 9. The water tank 9 is mounted on the vehicle body 1, and the water nozzle 4 is connected to the water tank 9 via a water pipe 5. The drive assembly is connected to the water tank 9, and the drive assembly is used to drive the water in the water tank 9 to the water nozzle 4 for spraying.

[0056] In some alternative implementations, such as Figure 4As shown, the drive assembly includes a gas storage tank 13 and a valve 6; the gas storage tank 13 stores high-pressure gas and is connected to the top of the water storage tank 9. The top of the water storage tank 9 is provided with a water inlet 10 for adding water to the water storage tank 9. The bottom of the water storage tank 9 is provided with a water outlet 8, which is connected to the valve 6 through a water pipe 5. A filter 7 is provided between the valve 6 and the water outlet 8. The valve 6 is connected to all the spray nozzles 4 through the water pipe 5. The switch is electrically connected to the valve 6. With this structural design, the high-pressure gas inside the gas storage tank 13 serves as the power source. When the valve 6 is opened, the gas storage tank 13 instantly releases pressure into the water storage tank 9, propelling the water in the water storage tank 9 to be ejected from each of the spray nozzles 4 at high speed and high pressure. This instantaneous spraying mechanism ensures that the target area can be quickly covered by a large amount of dense cooling water, effectively reducing the temperature of the object being cooled and significantly improving cooling efficiency. At the same time, utilizing the energy storage characteristics of the gas storage tank 13, energy can be stored during non-spraying periods, reducing dependence on continuous power supply, thereby reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions to a certain extent. The precise spray volume controlled by the valve 6 avoids water waste, achieving optimized resource allocation and sustainable utilization.

[0057] In some optional embodiments, the top of the water tank 9 is provided with an air inlet 11, and the air inlet 11 is provided with a quick-connect conversion port. The air outlet pipe of the air tank 13 is connected to the quick-connect conversion port. The air tank 13 is provided with a pressure regulating valve 12, a pressure gauge 14 and a safety valve 15. The pressure regulating valve 12 is connected to the air outlet pipe, and the pressure regulating valve 12 is provided with a check valve and a filter element.

[0058] Unless otherwise shown, the switch is located in the driver's cab. In this embodiment, the switch specifically adopts a knob structure.

[0059] The vehicle braking system cooling device described in this embodiment allows the driver to intuitively know that the braking system has overheated due to exceeding a data threshold through the alarm component. Then, the driver can quickly activate the drive component in the cab by using the switch. The drive component drives the water in the water tank 9 to be sprayed out through the water pipe 5 to the spray nozzle 4. Since the spray nozzle 4 is located on the mounting plate 3 next to the wheel hub, the sprayed water can directly act on the brake pads, brake discs, or brake contours, thereby physically cooling the braking system and preventing the braking system from overheating and failing.

[0060] The cooling device for a vehicle braking system described in this embodiment has a simple structure and is easy to use. Cooling water can be sprayed simply by turning the switch, which greatly reduces the difficulty of operation and labor costs. In addition, the cooling device adopts a high-pressure sealing design, which effectively prevents cooling water leakage and gas escape, ensuring the safety and reliability of the working environment and achieving good results.

[0061] The cooling device for a vehicle braking system described in this embodiment can flexibly adjust the spray flow rate, speed, and coverage of the cooling water by adjusting the pressure of the water tank 9, the opening degree of the valve 6, and the setting of the spray nozzle 4, in order to meet the cooling needs under different working conditions. This high degree of flexibility and adaptability makes this technical solution have broad application prospects.

[0062] Example 2

[0063] like Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 5 As shown, the cooling device for a vehicle braking system described in this utility model differs from Embodiment 1 in that, in this embodiment, the drive component includes a pump 16 and a valve 6.

[0064] like Figure 5 As shown, the bottom of the water storage tank 9 is provided with a water outlet 8, the water outlet 8 is connected to the pump 16, the pump 16 is connected to the filter 7, the filter 7 is connected to the valve 6, and the valve 6 is connected to all the spray nozzles 4 through the water pipe 5; the switch is electrically connected to the pump 16 and the valve 6.

[0065] Water is drawn from the water storage tank 9 by the pump 16 and distributed to each of the spray nozzles 4 via the valve 6.

[0066] Example 3

[0067] like Figure 1 As shown, the automobile of this utility model includes a cooling device for the vehicle braking system as described in Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2.

[0068] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cooling device for a vehicle braking system, characterized in that, include: The cooling assembly includes a bracket (2), a mounting plate (3), and a water tank (9). The mounting plate (3) is located next to the wheel hub of the vehicle body (1). The mounting plate (3) is connected to the vehicle body (1) via the bracket (2). The mounting plate (3) is connected to the wheel axle via a bearing. The mounting plate (3) is provided with at least one water spray nozzle (4). The water spray nozzle (4) is connected to the water tank (9) via a water pipe (5). The water tank (9) is located on the vehicle body (1). A drive assembly is provided on the vehicle body (1), the drive assembly is connected to the water storage tank (9), and the drive assembly is used to drive the water in the water storage tank (9) to the spray nozzle (4) for spraying. A switch, located in the driver's cab, is electrically connected to the drive assembly.

2. The cooling device for the vehicle braking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer diameter of the mounting plate (3) matches the hub rim of the wheel hub.

3. The cooling device for the vehicle braking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, Both the bracket (2) and the mounting plate (3) are hollow structures, and the water pipe (5) is located inside the bracket (2) and the mounting plate (3).

4. The cooling device for the vehicle braking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes an air tank (13) and a valve (6); The gas storage tank (13) contains high-pressure gas and is connected to the top of the water storage tank (9). The bottom of the water storage tank (9) is provided with a water outlet (8), which is connected to the valve (6). The valve (6) is connected to all the spray nozzles (4) through the water pipe (5). The switch is electrically connected to the valve (6).

5. The cooling device for the vehicle braking system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The top of the water storage tank (9) is provided with an air inlet (11), and the air inlet (11) is provided with a quick-connect conversion port; The gas outlet pipe of the gas storage tank (13) is connected to the quick-connect adapter.

6. The cooling device for the vehicle braking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a pump (16) and a valve (6); The bottom of the water storage tank (9) is provided with a water outlet (8), the water outlet (8) is connected to the pump (16), the pump (16) is connected to the valve (6), and the valve (6) is connected to all the spray nozzles (4) through the water pipe (5); The switch is electrically connected to the pump (16) and the valve (6).

7. The cooling device for a vehicle braking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water pipe (5) is equipped with a filter (7).

8. The cooling device for the vehicle braking system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting plate (3) is provided with 2-6 water nozzles (4), and the water nozzles (4) are evenly distributed along the circumference of the mounting plate (3).

9. The cooling device for a vehicle braking system according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, It also includes alarm components; The alarm component includes a detector, a controller, and an alarm. The detector is located at the braking system of the vehicle body (1). The controller and the alarm are located in the driver's cab of the vehicle body (1). The controller is electrically connected to the alarm and the detector. The detector is used to detect abnormal data of the braking system and transmit it to the controller. The controller has a data threshold and controls the alarm to work after the received abnormal data exceeds the data threshold. The alarm is used to issue an alarm.

10. A car, characterized in that, Includes a cooling device for a vehicle braking system as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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