Windshield wiper assembly
By introducing a safety and guidance unit into the windshield wiper device, the problem of fluid outflow and damage to the connection unit during the connection of the wiper blade to the wiper arm is solved, and quick and simple assembly and disassembly are achieved, improving operating comfort and connection reliability.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202010505455.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2019-06-07
- Filing Date
- 2020-06-05
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-08
- Estimated Expiration
- 2040-06-05
AI Technical Summary
During the connection and disassembly of the wiper blade and the wiper arm, existing windshield wiper devices are prone to fluid outflow and unexpected damage to the connection unit.
The use of a safety and/or guide unit is to ensure that the connecting unit can be safely coupled and separated when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm, avoiding fluid outflow and damage to the connecting unit.
The wiper blades are quickly and simple assembled and disassembled, which improves operating comfort, avoids accidental damage to the connecting unit and fluid passages, and ensures the reliability and safety of the connection.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to a windshield wiper device and a windshield wiper having the windshield wiper device. Background Art
[0002] A windshield wiper device has already been proposed, comprising at least one wiper blade having at least one wiper blade adapter, at least one wiper arm having at least one wiper arm adapter, at least one fluid channel arranged on the wiper arm and at least one connecting unit for fluidically connecting the fluid channel to the wiper blade adapter. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The present invention is based on a windshield wiper device having at least one wiper blade with at least one wiper blade adapter, at least one wiper arm with at least one wiper arm adapter, at least one fluid channel arranged on the wiper arm, and at least one connecting unit for fluidically connecting the fluid channel to the wiper blade adapter.
[0004] It is proposed that a windscreen wiper device has at least one securing and / or guiding unit, which has at least one securing element, in particular a mechanical stop, with which the connecting unit can be brought into contact when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm, and the securing and / or guiding unit has at least one guiding element, which guides the connecting unit when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm.
[0005] The windshield wiper device is preferably designed as part of a windshield wiper. The windshield wiper is preferably designed as a flat-beam wiper. The windshield wiper, in particular the windshield wiper device, is preferably configured for use on a vehicle, in particular a motor vehicle, in particular for cleaning at least one windshield of the vehicle. Use on the front windshield and / or mirror surfaces of buildings or other static objects is also conceivable. The wiper arm is preferably configured to provide a connection between the object, in particular the vehicle, and the wiper blade for guiding the wiper blade on the windshield. The wiper arm is preferably captively arranged on the object, in particular the vehicle, and movably supported thereon. The wiper blade is preferably designed to be replaceable. The wiper blade preferably has a contact area with the windshield, in particular the windshield of the vehicle. The wiper blade is preferably configured to be captively connected to the wiper arm and / or a wiper arm adapter of the wiper arm. The wiper arm adapter preferably has a contact area with the wiper arm and is captively connected to the wiper arm. The wiper arm adapter is preferably provided for providing a coupling region of the wiper arm for coupling and / or contact with the wiper blade adapter.
[0006] A "fluid channel" is preferably understood to mean a channel-shaped element for guiding a fluid. In particular, the fluid is intended to be discharged via the wiper blade for cleaning the windshield. The fluid channel preferably has an at least substantially circular cross-section. Alternatively, it is conceivable for the fluid channel to have a polygonal, in particular at least substantially square, elliptical cross-section, or other cross-sections deemed appropriate by those skilled in the art. The flow channel is preferably designed as a fluid-guiding element, such as a tube and / or a hose, particularly preferably an elastic hose. It is conceivable that the fluid channel is at least partially arranged within a channel-shaped recess in the wiper arm and / or is retained by a retaining element on the wiper arm. The main extension axis of the fluid channel preferably extends at least substantially parallel to the main extension axis of the wiper arm. The "main extension axis" of an object is particularly understood to mean an axis that is parallel to the longest edge of the smallest geometric hexahedron that completely encloses the object. "Substantially parallel" is particularly understood to mean a direction relative to a reference direction, in particular an orientation in a plane, wherein the direction deviates from the reference direction by, in particular, less than 8°, advantageously less than 5°, and particularly advantageously less than 2°. Preferably, the fluid channel is provided for connecting a fluid receiving container of the vehicle to a wiper blade. Preferably, the fluid channel is provided for conveying at least one fluid from a fluid receiving container of the windshield wiper to the wiper blade of the windshield wiper, in particular via a connecting unit. Preferably, the windshield wiper device has at least one, in particular exactly two, fluid channels, in particular from the fluid receiving container to the connecting unit, in particular arranged in and / or on the wiper arm. Preferably, the fluid channel is connected to the connecting unit, in particular at the end of the fluid channel facing away from the fluid receiving container. Preferably, the fluid channel is fluidically connected to the connecting unit, in particular to a connecting element of the connecting unit.
[0007] The connecting unit is preferably configured to provide a connection, in particular fluidic, between a fluid channel and a wiper blade, in particular a wiper blade adapter. The connecting unit preferably has an arcuate or L-shaped guide channel. The guide channel preferably extends from the end of the connecting unit facing away from the fluid channel into the connecting element or into the other end of the connecting unit that delimits the connecting element, in particular facing away from the fluid channel. The connecting unit is preferably connected to the wiper blade adapter in at least one assembled state of the connecting unit. The connecting element of the connecting unit is preferably designed as a connecting pipe, such as a pipe continuation, a channel element, or the like. It is conceivable that the connecting element is at least substantially rigid in bending. It is also conceivable that the connecting element is designed as a flexible hose and / or tube and / or is integrally formed with the fluid channel. The connecting element is preferably made at least predominantly, in particular completely, of plastic, in particular hard plastic, and / or of metal. In designs in which the connecting element of a windshield wiper device is integrally formed with the fluid channel, it is also conceivable that the connecting element is made of an elastic material, such as rubber. Additionally, it is conceivable that the connecting unit has at least one sealing element, which is particularly arranged on the connecting element and is provided for fluidically sealing the connection between the connecting unit and the wiper blade adapter. Preferably, the connecting unit has at least one connecting axis, which, in at least one assembled state of the wiper blade on the wiper arm, is oriented at least substantially perpendicular to the rotational axis of the wiper blade and / or perpendicular to the main extension axis of the wiper blade or the wiper arm. "At least substantially perpendicular" is to be understood as meaning, in particular, a direction relative to a reference direction, wherein the direction and the reference direction enclose an angle of 90°, in particular as viewed along a projection plane, and the angle has a maximum deviation of, in particular, less than 8°, advantageously less than 5°, and particularly advantageously less than 2°. Preferably, the connecting axis, in the assembled state of the wiper blade, is oriented at least substantially parallel to a plane of the wiper blade extending at least substantially perpendicular to the rotational axis. Preferably, the wiper blade adapter is provided for providing a coupling region of the wiper blade for coupling to and / or contacting the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, and the connecting unit. Particularly preferably, the wiper blade is moved relative to the wiper arm about the wiper blade's axis of rotation, in particular for assembly or disassembly of the wiper blade and / or the wiper arm. Preferably, the wiper blade, in particular the wiper blade adapter, is configured to be fastened to or detached from the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, by movement relative to the wiper arm about the axis of rotation. Preferably, the wiper blade adapter has at least one coupling element configured to correspond to the connecting unit, in particular the connecting element. Preferably, the coupling element is configured to connect the connecting unit, in particular the connecting element, and the guide channel arranged therein to a fluid guide channel of the wiper blade adapter, in particular fluidically. In particular, the connecting unit and the wiper blade adapter, in particular the coupling element, are configured to be connected to each other in a direction along the connecting axis.
[0008] Preferably, the securing and / or guiding unit is configured to couple the connecting unit to the wiper arm and / or wiper blade during at least one movement. For example, the securing element, which is particularly configured as a mechanical stop, has at least one contact surface for bringing the connecting unit into contact. In particular, the contact surface is oriented at least substantially perpendicular to the connecting axis. Preferably, the contact surface is oriented at least substantially parallel to the main extension axis of the wiper arm or wiper blade. For example, the securing element is at least partially made of metal and / or plastic. In particular, the securing element is configured to detach the connecting unit from the wiper blade, in particular the wiper blade adapter, and to connect and / or fasten the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter during rotational movement of the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm. Preferably, the guiding element is arranged on the wiper blade, in particular the wiper blade adapter, on the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, or on the connecting unit. Preferably, the guiding element is integrally formed with the wiper arm adapter, the wiper blade adapter, or a connecting element of the connecting unit. "Integrally" should be understood to mean, in particular, at least a materially bonded connection, for example, by welding, gluing, injection molding, and / or other processes deemed appropriate by a person skilled in the art, and / or advantageously, a one-piece molding, for example, by production from a casting and / or by production in a single-component or multi-component injection molding process, advantageously from a single blank. For example, the guide element may be configured as a guide rail, in particular as a slotted guide, as a guide groove, as a guide strip, or the like. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the guide element delimits a recess, in particular a positive-locking recess, in the wiper arm, wiper blade, or connecting unit. Preferably, the guide element is configured to guide the connecting unit on the wiper arm or wiper blade during movement in at least one direction that is oriented at least substantially parallel to a plane of motion of the wiper blade, in particular at least substantially parallel to a connecting axis of the connecting unit. In particular, the plane of motion of the wiper blade is oriented at least substantially parallel to the main axis of extension of the wiper arm and the main axis of extension of the wiper blade when at least one of the wiper blades is positioned on the wiper arm. Preferably, the plane of movement of the wiper blade is oriented at least substantially perpendicularly to the axis of rotation of the wiper blade on the wiper arm. In particular, the axis of rotation is oriented at least substantially perpendicularly to at least one axis of the wiper blade that is oriented at least substantially parallel to the main axis of extension of the wiper blade. Preferably, the wiper blade is mounted on the wiper arm so as to be rotatable about the axis of rotation when arranged on the wiper arm.
[0009] It is conceivable that the windshield wiper device includes at least one electronic connection unit, which is configured to connect at least one electronic connection element, in particular a cable connection element, of a wiper arm to at least one electronic connection element, in particular a cable connection element, of a wiper blade. Preferably, the electronic connection element is designed as part of an electronic unit of the windshield wiper and / or windshield wiper device, in particular a wiper blade heating device. Preferably, the electronic connection unit includes at least one electronic connection element, which is arranged on a wiper arm adapter or a wiper blade adapter, in particular in at least one assembled state of the wiper blade and / or wiper arm, at least substantially parallel to the main axis of extension of the wiper arm and / or wiper blade. Preferably, the electronic connection element is connectable to and / or disconnectable from the electronic connection element along an axis oriented at least substantially parallel to the main axis of extension of the wiper arm.
[0010] This embodiment of the windshield wiper device according to the invention allows for advantageously quick and simple assembly and / or disassembly of the wiper blade, particularly since the connecting unit can be coupled to the movement of the wiper arm or wiper blade. Advantageously, high operating comfort can be achieved, particularly when replacing the wiper blade. In particular, the securing and / or guiding unit allows the connecting unit to be separated from the wiper blade, particularly the fluid connection of the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter, to be released by rotating the wiper blade along the rotation axis of the wiper arm to release the connection between the wiper blade and the wiper arm adapter. The guiding element allows for advantageously simple and quick connection of the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter. Errors in coupling the connecting unit and / or the fluid channel to the wiper blade adapter can advantageously be avoided, thereby particularly preventing fluid from leaking out and resulting damage.
[0011] Furthermore, it is proposed that the securing element be configured to apply a force to the connecting unit in at least one direction, in particular a direction at least substantially parallel to the direction of movement of the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm, when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm. Preferably, the direction of movement of the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm is oriented at least substantially perpendicular to the axis of rotation of the wiper blade. In a design of a windshield wiper device in which the securing element is arranged on the wiper arm, in particular on the wiper arm adapter, the securing element is preferably configured to apply a force to the connecting unit in at least one direction directed away from the wiper arm, in particular on the wiper arm adapter, and parallel to the direction of movement of the wiper blade, in particular to separate the connecting unit and the wiper blade adapter when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm. Preferably, this force is configured as a retaining force of the wiper arm directed opposite to a force applied by a user to the wiper blade, the retaining force being applied to the connecting unit in particular via the securing element. In an alternative design of a windshield wiper device in which the securing element is arranged on the wiper blade, in particular, the wiper blade adapter, the securing element is preferably configured to apply a force to the connecting unit in at least one direction facing the wiper arm, in particular, the wiper blade adapter, and oriented parallel to the direction of movement of the wiper blade, in particular to secure the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm. The securing element is preferably configured to transmit a force applied by a user to the wiper blade to the connecting unit, in particular via a contact surface. This design of the windshield wiper device according to the invention advantageously allows for quick and simple assembly and / or disassembly of the wiper blade, in particular because the connecting unit can be coupled to the movement of the wiper arm or wiper blade. Advantageously, unintended damage to the connecting unit, the wiper blade adapter, and / or the fluid channel during disassembly of the wiper blade can be at least substantially avoided.
[0012] It is further proposed that the securing element be provided to secure the connecting unit in a position relative to the wiper arm or wiper blade when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm. Preferably, the securing element is provided to secure the connecting unit to the wiper arm, in particular a wiper arm adapter, or to the wiper blade, in particular a wiper blade adapter, when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm about the axis of rotation. In a design of a windshield wiper device in which the connecting unit is secured to the wiper blade via the securing element, the connecting unit is preferably coupled to the wiper blade adapter, in particular a coupling element, in at least one position secured by the securing element, in particular fluidically. In an alternative design of a windshield wiper device in which the connecting unit is secured to the wiper arm via the securing element, the connecting unit is preferably arranged spaced apart from the wiper blade adapter, in particular a coupling element, in at least one position secured by the securing element. This design of the windshield wiper device according to the invention advantageously makes it possible to at least substantially prevent accidental damage to the connecting unit and / or the fluid channel when the wiper blade is removed. In particular, in an embodiment of a windscreen wiper device in which the securing element secures the connecting unit to the wiper arm, the connecting unit can advantageously be simultaneously separated from the wiper blade by a movement of the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm.
[0013] It is further proposed that the securing and / or guiding unit has at least one further guiding element, which is arranged on the wiper arm or the connecting unit and is designed to cooperate with the guiding element and / or the securing element, in particular for the guided movement of the connecting unit on the wiper arm or the wiper blade. Preferably, the further guiding element is designed as an integral part of the connecting element or the wiper arm adapter. The further guiding element is designed, for example, as a guide pin, as a projection, as a spike, etc. Preferably, the further guiding element, while cooperating with the guiding element, at least partially engages in the guiding element. Particularly preferably, the further guiding element and the guiding element are designed to support the connecting unit in a floating manner on the wiper blade, in particular the wiper blade adapter or the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, wherein in particular the further guiding element and the guiding element are designed to limit the movement of the connecting unit along at least one axis. Preferably, the guiding element is designed so that the further guiding element is at least partially limited in the movement along the guiding element. In particular, in designs of windshield wiper devices in which the guide element is configured as a guide groove, guide rail, guide track, or the like, the guide element is preferably configured as a stop and / or delimitation in at least one region of the guide element and is particularly provided to at least partially delimit the movement of the further guide element along the guide element. It is conceivable that at least the guide element and / or the further guide element are configured at least partially as magnets. In designs of windshield wiper devices in which the guide element or the further guide element is configured at least partially as magnets, the further guide element and / or the guide element are preferably made at least partially of a magnetizable material. The guide element or the further guide element configured as a magnet preferably configures, in particular, the aforementioned securing element. This design of the windshield wiper device according to the present invention advantageously guides the movement of the connecting unit during assembly of the wiper blade. This advantageously increases operating comfort during assembly of the wiper blade. Advantageously, improper coupling of the connecting unit to the wiper arm adapter can be at least substantially avoided.
[0014] It is further proposed that the securing element is arranged on the wiper arm or wiper blade, in particular, is integrally formed with the wiper arm or wiper blade, and, when brought into contact, at least partially receives the connecting unit or is at least partially received by the connecting unit. Preferably, the securing element is arranged on the wiper arm adapter or the wiper blade adapter. Particularly preferably, the securing element is integrally formed with the wiper arm adapter or the wiper blade adapter. Preferably, the securing element at least partially surrounds the further guide element arranged on the connecting unit in at least one assembled state of the wiper blade. Preferably, the securing element is at least partially surrounded by the connecting unit in the assembled state of the wiper blade. This design of the windshield wiper device according to the invention allows for advantageously clear positioning of the connecting unit on the securing element. An advantageously secure connection between the securing element and the wiper arm or wiper blade can be achieved. This preferably at least substantially prevents damage to the securing element, particularly due to incorrect operation, during assembly and / or disassembly of the wiper blade.
[0015] It is further proposed that the wiper arm include at least one cover cap, which is arranged on the wiper arm adapter and is designed to hold the connecting unit in a position relative to the wiper arm and / or the wiper blade, in particular in combination with a securing element and / or a guide element. Preferably, the cover cap is fastened to the wiper arm adapter in at least one assembled state of the wiper arm. Preferably, the cover cap is designed to secure the connecting unit in a position relative to the wiper arm, in at least one assembled state of the wiper arm, in particular by cooperating with the securing element and / or the guide element. It is conceivable that the cover cap includes at least one positive-locking projection, which is designed to secure the connecting unit in at least one direction opposite to movement relative to the cover cap, in at least one assembled state of the wiper arm. In one embodiment of the present invention, the securing element and / or the guide element are arranged on the cover cap, in particular, are formed integrally therewith. Preferably, the connecting element is arranged on the wiper arm, in particular, on the wiper arm adapter, via the cover cap. In an alternative embodiment, the cover is configured to secure the connecting unit together with a securing element in a position relative to the wiper arm, the securing element particularly at least partially resting against a guide element arranged on the connecting element. In particular, the connecting element is at least partially arranged between the cover and the securing element. Preferably, the connecting unit rests against the cover when the wiper arm is assembled. This embodiment of the windshield wiper device according to the invention allows for advantageously simple and rapid removal of the wiper blade, particularly since the connecting unit can be at least partially released from the wiper blade simply by removing the cover from the wiper arm adapter.
[0016] It is further proposed that the cover is movably mounted on the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, and is configured to at least partially enclose the wiper arm adapter, the connecting unit, and the securing and / or guiding unit in at least one operating state. The cover is preferably configured to at least partially, in particular at least predominantly, cover the connecting unit, the wiper arm adapter, and / or the wiper blade adapter in at least one assembled state of the wiper arm. Furthermore, it is conceivable that the cover is configured to at least predominantly, in particular at least substantially completely, cover the electronics connection unit and / or the electronics connector. The cover is preferably rotatably mounted on the wiper arm adapter, in particular about a fastening axis. The wiper arm adapter and / or the cover are configured such that the fastening axis is oriented at least substantially parallel to the main extension axis of the wiper arm. The cover preferably has at least one basic shape, in particular on an outer side, which, at least when the cover is mounted on the connecting unit, is arranged on the cover in a direction facing away from the connecting unit. This basic shape may, for example, be rounded, angular, or configured in another manner that is user-friendly. This embodiment of the invention ensures advantageously simple and rapid disassembly of the windscreen wiper device, in particular because the wiper arm adapter, the wiper blade adapter, and / or the connecting unit can be protected from damage by external influences by the cover. Advantageously high aerodynamics can be achieved, in particular, the windscreen wiper device can have an advantageously low air resistance when the vehicle is in motion. An attractive appearance of the windscreen wiper device can advantageously be achieved.
[0017] It is further proposed that the securing and / or guide unit include at least one actuating element configured to detach the connecting unit from the wiper arm or wiper blade, in particular from the securing element. Preferably, the actuating element is configured to cooperate with the securing element in a form-fitting and / or non-positive manner to detach the connecting unit from the wiper arm or wiper blade. Preferably, the actuating element is arranged on the connecting unit, in particular the connecting element, or on the wiper arm adapter, in particular the cover. It is conceivable that the actuating element is at least partially elastic, wherein deformation of the actuating element, in particular deformation caused by a user, results in a release of the non-positive and / or non-positive connection between the connecting unit, in particular the connecting element, and the securing element. Alternatively, it is conceivable that the actuating element is wedge-shaped in at least one region, wherein, in particular, upon actuation by a user, the actuating element is brought into contact with the securing element, and separation of the securing element contact surface from the connecting unit results in a release of the non-positive and / or non-positive connection between the connecting unit, in particular the connecting element and the securing element. The actuating element is preferably movably arranged on the connecting element or integrally formed therewith. The operating element preferably has at least one operating surface, which is particularly arranged on a side of the operating element and / or the connecting unit facing away from the wiper blade adapter. The operating surface is preferably arranged on a side of the operating element and / or the connecting unit, particularly the connecting element, that is oriented at least substantially perpendicular to the connecting axis. Alternatively or additionally, it is conceivable that the securing and / or guide unit has at least one operating element designed as a button, which is provided to at least partially release the connecting unit from the securing element when actuated by a user. This embodiment of the windshield wiper device according to the invention allows for advantageously simple and rapid disassembly of the wiper blade.
[0018] It is further proposed that the securing element is at least partially configured as a locking element and is configured to secure the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter in at least one connected state. Preferably, the securing and / or guiding unit comprises at least one counter-securing element, which is arranged on the wiper blade adapter and is configured to cooperate with the securing element configured as a locking element to secure the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter. Preferably, the securing element is configured to lock into the counter-securing element to secure the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter, in particular to provide a positive and / or non-positive connection. The counter-securing element comprises at least one contact surface, on which the securing element at least partially rests against the counter-securing element in at least one secured state of the connecting unit. Particularly preferably, the securing element and / or the counter-securing element is configured such that a retaining force is applied to the connecting unit, in particular the connecting element, by the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm in at least one direction that is at least substantially perpendicular to a main axis of extension that is at least substantially parallel to the wiper blade. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the securing and / or guide unit comprises at least, in particular, exactly two securing elements configured as locking elements and at least, in particular, exactly two counter-securing elements, each arranged on one side of the connecting element and / or the wiper blade adapter, as viewed along the main extension axis of the wiper blade. The two securing elements are preferably arranged and / or configured such that each securing element at least partially engages the counter-securing element in opposite directions. In particular, the actuating element is configured to release the two securing elements from the two counter-securing elements upon actuation, in particular by a user, in particular to release the positive-locking and / or non-positive-locking connection between the connecting element and the wiper blade adapter. This embodiment of the windshield wiper device according to the present invention allows for advantageously secured assembly and / or disassembly of the wiper blade, in particular because the connecting unit can be fastened to the wiper blade adapter independently of the movement of the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm. Advantageously, unintended fluid leakage during assembly and / or disassembly of the wiper blade can be at least substantially prevented. Incorrect mounting of the connecting unit on the wiper blade adapter can advantageously be avoided, in particular since a successful connection can be signaled to the user by the locking of the securing element.
[0019] Furthermore, a windshield wiper device is proposed that includes at least one, in particular, windshield wiper device according to the present invention as described above. Preferably, the wiper blade adapter includes at least one retaining element that is configured to fasten the wiper blade adapter to the wiper blade. Preferably, the wiper blade adapter includes at least one fluid-conducting channel for conducting fluid from the coupling element to the wiper blade and / or to at least one fluid outlet element of the wiper blade adapter. Preferably, the fluid outlet element is designed, for example, as a nozzle. In particular, the fluid outlet element is integrally formed with the fluid-conducting channel and / or the wiper blade adapter. Preferably, the wiper blade and / or the nozzle element are configured to discharge fluid for cleaning the windshield. Preferably, the fluid-conducting channel includes at least two projections for at least fluidically connecting the wiper blade adapter to the wiper blade, in particular, the projections being arranged on the wiper blade adapter at least substantially parallel to the main axis of extension of the wiper blade. Preferably, the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, and the wiper blade adapter are rotatably connected to one another via at least one bearing bolt of the wiper arm adapter. In particular, the bearing bolt extends at least substantially parallel to the axis of rotation of the wiper blade. Preferably, the longitudinal axis of the support bolt is aligned with the axis of rotation of the wiper blade. Preferably, the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, has at least one fastening element configured to hold the wiper blade in at least one position relative to the wiper arm. In particular, the fastening element is configured, for example, as a clamping element, a spring element, or the like. Preferably, the wiper blade adapter has at least one at least partially tubular recess for accommodating the support bolt. Preferably, the wiper blade adapter has at least one other fastening element, in particular configured to correspond to the fastening element of the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter. However, other designs of the wiper arm, in particular the wiper arm adapter, and / or the wiper blade adapter are also conceivable for fastening the wiper blade to the wiper arm. It is conceivable that the windshield wiper includes an electronics unit. Preferably, the windshield wiper and / or the vehicle have at least one control and / or regulating unit configured to control and / or regulate the wiper arm and the electronics unit. This design of the windshield wiper according to the present invention allows for advantageously quick and simple assembly and / or disassembly of the wiper blade.
[0020] The windshield wiper device according to the invention and / or the windshield wiper according to the invention are not limited to the applications and embodiments described above. In particular, the windshield wiper device according to the invention and / or the windshield wiper according to the invention may have a number of individual elements, components, and units other than those mentioned herein in order to fulfill the mode of operation described herein. Furthermore, within the value ranges specified in this disclosure, values within the stated limits are also to be considered disclosed and may be used freely. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0021] Further advantages are apparent from the following description of the drawings. The drawings illustrate three exemplary embodiments of the present invention. The drawings, the description, and the claims contain numerous combinations of features. A person skilled in the art can also consider these features individually as appropriate and combine them into other suitable combinations.
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[0023] Figure 1 A schematic diagram shows a windscreen wiper according to the invention having a windscreen wiper device according to the invention in a state mounted on a vehicle,
[0024] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a windscreen wiper device according to the invention is shown in a detailed view of the connection region of the wiper blade and the wiper arm of the windscreen wiper device according to the invention in the assembled state.
[0025] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a windscreen wiper device according to the invention is shown in a detailed view of the connection region of the wiper blade and the wiper arm in the assembled state with the cover.
[0026] Figure 4 A schematic diagram shows a cover, a connecting unit and a securing and / or guiding unit of an alternative embodiment of a windscreen wiper device according to the invention,
[0027] Figure 5 In an alternative illustration, a schematic representation of the cover, the connecting unit and the securing and / or guiding unit of the alternative embodiment of the windscreen wiper device according to the invention is shown.
[0028] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a wiper blade adapter, a connecting unit and a securing and / or guide unit of a further alternative embodiment of a windscreen wiper device according to the invention is shown in the unmounted state of the connecting unit.
[0029] Figure 7 A schematic illustration of the wiper blade adapter, the connecting unit and the securing and / or guide unit of this further alternative embodiment of a windscreen wiper device according to the invention is shown in the assembled state of the connecting unit. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0030] Figure 11 shows a windshield wiper 10a as part of a motor vehicle 11a. The motor vehicle 11a has a windshield, in particular a front windshield, wherein the windshield wiper 10a is provided for cleaning the windshield. It is of course also conceivable that the windshield wiper 10a is provided for cleaning other windshields of the motor vehicle 11a. The windshield wiper 10a comprises a windshield wiper device 12a having a wiper blade 14a with a wiper blade adapter 16a and a wiper arm 18a with a wiper arm adapter 20a. The windshield wiper device 12a is rotatably mounted on the outer edge of the windshield, in particular via the wiper arm 18a. The wiper arm 18a is arranged on the motor vehicle 11a in an unremovable manner. The wiper blade 14a has a contact area with the windshield. The wiper blade 14a is preferably configured to be connected to a wiper arm 18a and / or a wiper arm adapter 20a of the wiper arm 18a. The wiper arm adapter 20a has a contact region with the wiper arm 18a and is connected to the wiper arm 18a. The wiper arm adapter 20a is preferably configured to provide a coupling region of the wiper arm 18a for coupling to and / or contact with the wiper blade adapter 16a.
[0031] Figure 2 A detailed view of the windshield wiper device 12a is shown in the connection area of the wiper blade 14a and the wiper arm 18a. The windshield wiper device 12a has two fluid channels 22a, which are arranged on the wiper arm 18a. The windshield wiper device 12a has a connecting unit 24a for fluidically connecting the fluid channels 22a to the wiper blade adapter 16a. The wiper blade adapter 16a has a coupling element 72a for fluidically connecting to the connecting unit 24a, but this coupling element is not Figure 2 The connecting unit 24a comprises a connecting element 26a, which comprises two fluid-conducting channels which are fluidically separated from each other, the fluid-conducting channels being in particular Figure 2(not shown) The two fluid channels 22a are connected to a connecting element 26a of the connecting unit 24a, in particular a fluid-conducting channel. The wiper arm 18a is rotatably connected to the wiper blade 14a, in particular the wiper blade adapter 16a, via the wiper arm adapter 20a and a support bolt 28a of the wiper arm adapter 20a. The support bolt 28a extends at least substantially parallel to the rotation axis 32a of the wiper blade 14a, wherein in particular the longitudinal axis of the support bolt 28a is arranged identically to the rotation axis 32a of the wiper blade 14a. The wiper arm adapter 20a has a fastening element 30a, which is provided for holding the wiper blade 14a in at least one position relative to the wiper arm 18a. The fastening element 30a is designed as a clamping element. However, other designs of the connecting unit 24a and / or the fastening element 30a are also conceivable. The windshield wiper device 12a includes a securing and / or guiding unit 34a having a securing element 36a configured as a mechanical stop, with which the connecting unit 24a can be brought into contact when the wiper blade 14a moves relative to the wiper arm 18a, in particular about the rotation axis 32a. The securing element 36a is configured to at least partially receive the connecting unit 24a when brought into contact. The securing element 36a configured as a mechanical stop has a contact surface 38a for bringing the connecting unit 24a into contact. The contact surface 38a of the securing element 36a is oriented at least substantially parallel to a main extension axis 40a of the wiper arm 18a. The securing element 36a is configured to apply a force to the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, when the wiper blade 14a moves relative to the wiper arm 18a, in at least one direction, in particular at least substantially parallel to a direction of movement 42a of the wiper blade 14a relative to the wiper arm 18a, in particular about the rotation axis 32a. The securing element 36a is preferably designed to act upon the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, with a force in at least one direction directed away from the wiper arm 18a, in particular the wiper blade adapter 16a, and oriented parallel to the direction of movement 42a of the wiper blade 14a, in particular to separate the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, from the wiper blade adapter 16a when the wiper blade 14a moves relative to the wiper arm 18a. The securing element 36a is designed to secure the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, in a position relative to the wiper arm 18a when the wiper blade 14a moves relative to the wiper arm 18a. The connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, is attached to the wiper blade 14a. Figure 2In the position shown in FIG, secured by a securing element 36a, the securing element 36a is connected to the wiper blade adapter 16a, particularly fluidically. The securing element 36a is arranged on the wiper arm 18a, particularly the wiper arm adapter 20a, and is integrally formed with the wiper arm 18a. The securing element 36a is formed as a projection on the fastening element 30a of the wiper arm 18a. The securing element 36a extends from the fastening element 30a at least predominantly along an axis of the wiper arm adapter 20a that is oriented at least substantially parallel to a main extension axis 40a of the wiper arm 18a. The securing element 36a is configured to at least partially receive the connecting unit 24a when brought into contact. The securing and / or guiding unit 34a has a guide element 44a, which is arranged on the connecting element 26a and guides the connecting unit 24a when the wiper blade 14a moves relative to the wiper arm 18a. The guide element 44a is integrally formed with the connecting element 26a of the connecting unit 24a. The guide element 44a is designed as a recess. The guide element 44a has a contact surface 46a on the connecting element 26a, pointing away from the wiper blade adapter 16a, for connecting with the securing element 36a, in particular, the contact surface 38a of the securing element 36a. The guide element 44a is arranged on the connecting element 26a at least partially in a direction oriented at least substantially parallel to a connecting axis 48a of the connecting unit 24a. The guide element 44a is provided to guide the connecting unit 24a on the wiper arm 18a during movement along at least one plane of movement at least substantially parallel to the wiper blade 14a, in particular, in a direction oriented at least substantially parallel to the connecting axis 48a of the connecting unit 24a. The plane of movement of the wiper blade 14a is oriented at least substantially perpendicular to the rotational axis 32a of the wiper blade 14a on the wiper arm 18a. In particular, the rotational axis 32a is oriented at least substantially perpendicular to the main extension axis 50a of the wiper blade 14a. The securing element 36a of the securing and / or guiding unit 34a forms a further guide element 52a, which is arranged on the wiper arm 18a and is designed to cooperate with the guide element 44a, in particular for guided movement of the connecting unit 24a on the wiper arm 18a. The further guide element 52a, in particular formed by the securing element 36a, is designed to be at least partially enclosed by the guide element 44a when cooperating with the guide element 44a. The further guide element 52a, in particular formed by the securing element 36a, and the guide element 44a are designed to support the connecting unit 24a in a floating manner on the wiper arm 18a, in particular on the wiper arm adapter 20a. The guide element 44a is designed such that the further guide element 52a is confined to movement along the guide element 44a.The windscreen wiper device 12a comprises an electronics connection unit 54a which is provided for connecting at least one electronics connection element, in particular a cable connection element, of the wiper arm 18a to at least one electronics connection element, in particular a cable connection element, of the wiper blade 14a, wherein in particular the electronics connections of the wiper arm 18a and the wiper blade 14a are connected. Figure 2 The electronic connection unit 54a and the electronic connection part are configured as an electronic unit of the windscreen wiper 10a, in particular as part of a wiper blade heating device. The electronic connection unit 54a comprises an electronic connection element 56a, which in particular Figure 2 The wiper blade 14a and the wiper arm 18a shown in FIG. 1 are arranged in the assembled state on the wiper arm adapter 20a at least substantially parallel to the main extension axes 40a , 50a of the wiper arm 18a and the wiper blade 14a .
[0032] Figure 3 In a fragmentary view, the windshield wiper device 12a is shown in the assembled state in the region of the wiper blade adapter 16a, with a cover 58a for the wiper arm 18a. The cover 58a is arranged on the wiper arm adapter 20a and is provided for holding the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, in a position relative to the wiper arm 18a and / or the wiper blade 14a in combination with the securing element 36a and the guide element 44a. The cover 58a is arranged on at least one, in particular Figure 3 The wiper arm 18a shown in the figure is fastened to the wiper arm adapter 20a in the assembled state. The cover 58a is provided for securing the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, in a position relative to the wiper arm 18a in the assembled state of the wiper arm 18a by cooperating with the securing element 36a and the guide element 44a. The cover 58a has a form-locking projection 60a, which is Figure 3(not shown) is provided for securing the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, in at least one direction opposite to the movement relative to the cover 58a and toward the wiper arm 18a, when the wiper arm 18a is assembled. The cover 58a is provided for securing the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, in a position relative to the wiper arm 18a together with the securing element 36a, wherein the securing element, in particular via the contact surfaces 38a, 46a, at least partially abuts a guide element 44a arranged on the connecting element 26a. In particular, the connecting element 26a is arranged at least partially between the cover 58a and the securing element 36a. When the wiper arm 18a is assembled, the connecting unit 24a abuts the cover 58a. The cover 58a is movably arranged on the wiper arm 18a, in particular on the wiper arm adapter 20a, and is configured to at least partially enclose the wiper arm adapter 20a, the connecting unit 24a, and the securing and / or guiding unit 34a in at least one operating state. The cover 58a is configured to at least partially, in particular at least predominantly, cover the connecting unit 24a, in particular the connecting element 26a, the wiper arm adapter 20a, the electronics connection unit 54a, and the wiper blade adapter 16a when the wiper arm 18a is in the assembled state. The cover 58a is rotatably mounted on the wiper arm adapter 20a about a fastening axis 62a. The wiper arm adapter 20a and the cover 58a are configured such that the fastening axis 62a is oriented at least substantially parallel to the main extension axis 40a of the wiper arm 18a. The cover 58a has at least one rounded basic shape on the outer side 64a, which is arranged on the cover 58a in a direction away from the connecting unit 24a, at least when the cover 58a is arranged on the connecting unit 24a. However, other designs of the cover are also conceivable.
[0033] exist Figures 4 to 7 The following description and drawings are essentially limited to the differences between the exemplary embodiments, wherein, with respect to identically named components, in particular with respect to components having the same reference numerals, reference can in principle also be made to the drawings and / or descriptions of the other exemplary embodiments, in particular Figures 1 to 3 In order to distinguish the embodiments, Figures 1 to 3 The reference numerals of the embodiments are followed by the letter a. Figures 4 to 7 In the embodiment of the present invention, the letter a is replaced by the letter b or c.
[0034] Figure 4 and 5An alternative embodiment of a windshield wiper device 12b of a windshield wiper 10b is shown in a cutout. The windshield wiper device 12b comprises a wiper blade 14b having at least one wiper blade adapter 16b, a wiper arm 18b having at least one wiper arm adapter 20b, two fluid channels 22b arranged on the wiper arm 18b, and a connecting unit 24b for fluidically connecting the fluid channels 22b to the wiper blade adapter 16b. Figure 4 and 5 Only the connecting unit 24b, the securing and / or guiding unit 34b of the windscreen wiper device 12b as well as parts of the wiper arm adapter 20b and the fluid channel 22b are shown. Figure 4 and 5 The windscreen wiper device 12b shown in FIG. Figures 1 to 3 The windscreen wiper device 12a described in the description of FIG. 1 is of at least substantially similar construction, and therefore with respect to FIG. Figures 4 to 5 The design of the windscreen wiper device 12b shown in FIG. 1 can be at least substantially compared to the design of the windscreen wiper device 12b shown in FIG. Figures 1 to 3 Description of . Figures 1 to 3 The windshield wiper device 12a described in the description is different from that described in Figures 4 to 5The windshield wiper device 12b shown in FIG preferably has a securing and / or guiding unit 34b that is at least partially connected to a cover 58b of the wiper arm 18b. The connecting element 26b is arranged on the wiper arm 18b, in particular the wiper arm adapter 20b, via the cover 58b. The securing and / or guiding unit 34b has two securing elements 36b, which are at least partially designed as mechanical stops, with which the connecting unit 24b can be brought into contact when the wiper blade 14b moves relative to the wiper arm 18b. The securing and / or guiding unit 34b has two guide elements 44b that guide the connecting unit 24b when the wiper blade 14b moves relative to the wiper arm 18b. The securing elements 36b and the guide elements 44b are integrally formed with the cover 58b. The securing element 36b, the guide element 44b, and two further guide elements 52b of the securing and / or guiding unit 34b, which are arranged on the connecting element 26b and are designed as guide grooves, together form a long hole guide. In particular, the connecting unit 24b, in particular the connecting element 26b of the connecting unit 24b, is movably, in particular, floatingly, supported on the cover 58b via the two further guide elements 52b of the securing and / or guiding unit 34b. The securing elements 36b each include a contact surface 38b, which is designed as a surface surrounding the long hole guide. The connecting unit 24b is movably supported on the cover 58b via the securing element 36b and the guide element 44b along the connecting axis 48b of the connecting unit 24b. The support axis 66b is arranged at least substantially perpendicular to the axis of the connecting unit 24b and is oriented at least substantially parallel to the connecting axis 48b of the connecting unit 24b. The connecting unit 24b is supported on the cover 58b via the securing element 36b and the guide element 44b along an axis oriented at least substantially parallel to the connecting axis 48b. The guide element 44b is designed such that the connecting unit 26b is restricted from movement along the guide element 44b, in particular along the connecting axis 48b. The cover 58b includes a form-locking projection 60b, which is provided to secure the connecting unit 24b, in particular the connecting element 26b, in at least one direction opposite to movement relative to the cover 58b when the wiper arm 18b is assembled. The cover 58b includes two projections 69b, which are arranged on the side of the cover 58b facing away from the securing and / or guiding unit 34b and the connecting unit 24b. Each projection 69b is formed integrally with one of the securing elements 36b and one of the guide elements 44b. The projection 69b is at least partially elastically designed, wherein a deformation of the projection 69b, in particular a deformation caused by a user, leads to a release of the non-positive and / or positive connection between the connecting unit 24b and the securing element 36b.The projection 69b is provided to release the frictional and / or positive connection between the connecting unit 24b and the securing element 36b by deformation caused by the user in opposite directions, wherein in particular the connecting unit 24b can be separated from the cover 58b. However, other designs of the connecting unit 24b, the securing and / or guide unit 34b and / or the cover 58b are also conceivable.
[0035] Figure 6 and 7 A further alternative embodiment of a windshield wiper device 12c of a windshield wiper 10c is shown in a cutout. The windshield wiper device 12c comprises a wiper blade 14c having at least one wiper blade adapter 16c, a wiper arm 18c having at least one wiper arm adapter 20c, two fluid channels 22c arranged on the wiper arm 18c and a connecting unit 24c for fluidically connecting the fluid channels 22c to the wiper blade adapter 16c. Figure 6 and 7 Only the connecting unit 24c, in particular the connecting element 26c of the connecting unit 24c, the securing and / or guiding unit 34c of the windscreen wiper device 12c and the wiper blade adapter 16c are shown. Figure 6 : shows the connecting unit 24c in a state fluidically separated from the wiper blade adapter 16c during a connecting process, wherein the connecting unit 24c is partially arranged on the wiper blade adapter 16c. Figure 7 , the connecting unit 24c is shown in a state connected to the wiper blade adapter 16c, wherein in particular the connecting unit 24c is fastened to the wiper blade adapter 16c. Figure 6 and 7 The windscreen wiper device 12c shown in FIG. Figures 1 to 3 The windscreen wiper device 12a described in the description of FIG. 1 is of at least substantially similar construction, and therefore with respect to FIG. Figures 6 to 7 The construction of the windscreen wiper device 12c shown in FIG. 1 can be at least substantially compared to Figures 1 to 3 Description of . Figures 1 to 3 The windshield wiper device 12a described in the description is different from that described in Figures 6 to 7The windshield wiper device 12c shown in FIG preferably has a securing and / or guide unit 34c, which is at least partially arranged on the wiper blade adapter 16c. The securing and / or guide unit 34c has two securing elements 36c, which are at least partially designed as mechanical stops and are integrally formed with the wiper blade adapter 20c. The connecting unit 24c and the securing elements 36c can be brought into contact. The securing elements 36c are at least partially designed as locking elements and are provided to secure the connecting unit 24c to the wiper blade adapter 16c in at least one connected state, in particular by cooperating with two counter-securing elements 70c of the connecting unit 24c. The counter-securing elements 70c are arranged on the connecting element 26c and, in particular, are designed as locking elements that correspond at least partially to the securing elements 36c. Preferably, the securing element 36c and the counter-securing element 70c are configured to engage with each other when the connecting element 26c is moved relative to the wiper blade adapter 16c, in particular along the connecting axis 48c of the connecting unit 24c, to connect the connecting unit 24c to the wiper blade adapter 16c. The securing element 36c is configured to act upon the connecting unit 24c with a force in at least one direction, in particular at least substantially parallel to a direction of movement 42c of the wiper blade 14c relative to the wiper arm 18c, when the wiper blade 14c is moved relative to the wiper arm 18c. The securing element 36c is configured to secure the connecting unit 24c in a position relative to the wiper blade 14c when the wiper blade 14c is moved relative to the wiper arm 18c. The securing element 36c is configured to at least partially receive the connecting unit 24c when brought into contact. The securing and / or guiding unit 34c has an actuating element 68c, which is configured to disconnect the connecting unit 24c, in particular a counter-securing element 70c arranged on the connecting unit 26c, from the wiper blade 14c, in particular from the securing element 36c. The actuating element 68c is configured to interact with the securing element 26c in a form-fitting and / or force-fitting manner to disconnect the connecting unit 24c from the wiper blade 14c. The actuating element 68c is elastically configured in at least one region and is configured to, when actuated by a user, move the counter-securing element 70c away from each other in opposite directions transversely to the connecting axis 48c and release the connection between the counter-securing element 70c and the securing element 36c, thereby enabling, in particular, disconnection of the connecting unit 24c from the wiper blade adapter 16c. The actuating element 68c is movably arranged on the connecting element 26c. The operating element 68c has an operating surface 71c, which is arranged on the connecting element 26c on the side of the connecting unit 24c facing away from the wiper blade adapter 16c. The operating surface 71c is arranged on a side of the connecting element 26c that is oriented at least substantially perpendicularly to the connecting axis 48c. The securing and / or guiding unit 34c has a guide element 44c, which guides the connecting unit 24c when the wiper blade 14c moves relative to the wiper arm 18c.The guide element 44c is arranged on the wiper blade 14c and is integrally formed with the wiper blade adapter 16c. The guide element 44c is arranged on the securing element 36c and the coupling element 72c of the wiper blade adapter 16c. The securing element 36c is configured to at least partially receive the connecting unit 24c when brought into contact. The securing and / or guiding unit 34c includes a further guide element 52a, which is arranged on the connecting element 26c of the connecting unit 24c and is configured to cooperate with the guide element 44c, in particular for guided movement of the connecting unit 24c on the wiper blade 14c. The further guide element 52c is configured as a guide pin and extends from the connecting element 26c in a direction oriented at least substantially parallel to the connecting axis 48c. The connecting element 26c is supported in a floating manner on the wiper blade adapter 16c via the guide element 44c and the further guide element 52c. The further guide element 52c is designed as a guide groove and extends at least partially along an axis of the wiper blade adapter 16c that is oriented at least substantially parallel to the main extension axis 50c of the wiper blade 14c. The guide element 44c and the further guide element 52c are designed such that, when the connecting element 26c and the coupling element 72c are connected, the further guide element 52c is at least largely surrounded by the guide element 44c over its entire length. Preferably, the guide element 44c is designed such that the further guide element 52c is limited in movement along the guide element 44c, in particular in a direction facing the coupling element 72c. However, other designs of the connecting unit 24c, the securing and / or guide unit 34c, and the wiper blade adapter 16c are also conceivable. It is conceivable that the wiper arm 18c includes a cover 58c that is arranged on the wiper arm adapter 20c and movably supported on the wiper arm 18c, wherein the cover 58c is located on the wiper arm adapter 20c. Figure 6 and 7 The cover 58c is preferably provided to at least partially enclose the wiper arm adapter 20c, the connecting unit 24c and the securing and / or guide unit 34c in at least one operating state.
Claims
1. Windshield wiper device, having at least one wiper blade having at least one wiper blade adapter; having at least one wiper arm, the wiper arm having at least one wiper arm adapter; having at least one fluid channel arranged on the wiper arm and having at least one connecting unit for fluidically connecting the fluid channel to the wiper blade adapter, 14. The windshield wiper device according to claim 13, wherein the at least one securing and / or guiding unit comprises at least two securing elements, each of which is configured at least partially as a locking element and is arranged on one side of the wiper blade adapter as viewed along a main extension axis of the wiper blade, the connecting unit being able to be brought into contact with the securing elements when the wiper blade is moved relative to the wiper arm, and the securing and / or guiding unit comprises at least one guide element, which is formed by a gap between the securing elements and which guides the connecting unit when the wiper blade is moved relative to the wiper arm and limits the connection unit in its movement along the guide elements. The connecting unit comprises at least one connecting axis, which is oriented perpendicular to a main extension axis of the wiper blade in at least one assembled state of the wiper blade on the wiper arm, and the connecting unit comprises at least two corresponding securing elements, which are designed as locking elements that at least partially correspond to the design of the securing elements, and when the connecting unit is moved relative to the wiper blade adapter along the connecting axis, the securing elements and the corresponding securing elements engage with each other in a direction parallel to the connecting axis of the connecting unit, so that the securing elements are respectively locked into the corresponding corresponding securing elements.
2. The windshield wiper device according to claim 1, characterized in that The securing element is provided for acting upon the connecting unit with a force in at least one direction when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm.
3. The windshield wiper device according to claim 2, characterized in that The securing element is provided for acting upon the connecting unit with a force at least substantially parallel to the direction of movement of the wiper blade relative to the wiper arm when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm.
4. A windscreen wiper device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The securing element is provided for securing the connecting unit in a position relative to the wiper arm or the wiper blade when the wiper blade moves relative to the wiper arm.
5. A windscreen wiper device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The securing and / or guiding unit has at least one further guiding element which is arranged on the wiper arm or the connecting unit and is provided for interacting with the guiding element and / or the securing element for the guided movement of the connecting unit on the wiper arm or the wiper blade.
6. A windscreen wiper device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The securing element is arranged on the wiper arm or the wiper blade and, when brought into contact, at least partially receives the connecting unit or is at least partially received by the connecting unit.
7. A windscreen wiper device according to claim 6, characterized in that The securing element is formed integrally with the wiper arm or the wiper blade.
8. A windscreen wiper device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The wiper arm has at least one covering cap which is arranged on the wiper arm adapter and is provided for holding the connecting unit in a position relative to the wiper arm and / or the wiper blade in combination with the securing element and / or the guide element.
9. A windscreen wiper device according to claim 8, characterized in that The cover is movably mounted on the wiper arm and is provided to at least partially enclose the wiper arm adapter, the connecting unit and the securing and / or guiding unit in at least one operating state.
10. A windscreen wiper device according to claim 9, characterized in that The cover is movably mounted on the wiper arm adapter.
11. A windscreen wiper device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The securing and / or guiding unit comprises at least one actuating element which is provided for detaching the connecting unit from the wiper arm or the wiper blade.
12. A windscreen wiper device according to claim 11, characterized in that The actuating element is provided for separating the connecting unit from the securing element.
13. A windscreen wiper device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that The securing element is provided for securing the connecting unit to the wiper blade adapter in at least one connected state.
14. Windscreen wiper having at least one windscreen wiper device according to any one of the preceding claims.
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