Instrument panel cross member and vehicle
The instrument panel crossbeam design, which integrates a metal frame with plastic parts through injection molding, solves the problem that existing instrument panel crossbeams cannot simultaneously meet the requirements of lightweighting and rigidity, achieving both high-efficiency safety performance and lightweighting effect.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202210536767.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2022-05-17
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2042-05-17
AI Technical Summary
The existing instrument panel crossbeams cannot simultaneously meet the requirements of lightweighting and rigidity, and cannot maintain sufficient structural strength and safety performance while reducing weight.
The design adopts an integral injection molding of metal frame and plastic parts. The metal frame extends along the first direction, and the plastic parts cover one side of it. The support frame extends along the second direction and connects with the central channel, front bulkhead, steering column, left side bulkhead and right side bulkhead. The metal frame provides support and load-bearing capacity. The plastic parts, left end plate, right end plate and support frame are integrally injection molded with the metal frame as an insert, which enhances connection stability and safety performance.
It improves the frontal and side impact performance of the instrument panel crossbeam, meets stiffness requirements, reduces weight, achieves lightweighting, and improves manufacturing efficiency and safety performance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the automotive field, and more specifically to an instrument panel crossbeam and an automobile. Background Technology
[0002] Due to global requirements for vehicle emissions and the rise of new energy vehicles, lightweighting of automobiles is receiving increasing attention from major automakers and Tier 1 manufacturers. Simply relying on traditional structural steel, aluminum alloys, and other metal materials is no longer sufficient to meet lightweighting requirements. The dashboard crossbeam, as a crucial structural element of a vehicle, supports the dashboard and also provides some protection for passengers. Unlike typical interior and exterior trim components, it has high requirements for strength and rigidity. However, existing dashboard crossbeams have the drawback of not being able to simultaneously meet both lightweighting and rigidity requirements. Summary of the Invention
[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide an instrument panel crossbeam and a car to solve the problem that traditional instrument panel crossbeams cannot simultaneously meet the requirements of lightweighting and rigidity.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes an instrument panel crossbeam for connection to a vehicle body, the vehicle body including a center tunnel, a front bulkhead, a steering column, a left side bulkhead, and a right side bulkhead. The instrument panel crossbeam is characterized by comprising a main beam, a support frame, a left end plate, a right end plate, and a connecting frame. The main beam comprises a metal frame and a plastic component. The metal frame extends along a first direction, with the left end plate and the right end plate located at opposite ends of the metal frame. The plastic component covers one side of the metal frame. The plastic component, the left end plate, the right end plate, and the support frame are integrally injection molded with the metal frame as an insert. The support frame extends along a second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction. The support frame is used to connect to the center tunnel, the connecting frame is used to connect to the plastic component, the connecting frame is used to connect to the front bulkhead and the steering column, the left end plate is used to connect to the left side bulkhead, and the right end plate is used to connect to the right side bulkhead.
[0005] Optionally, the metal frame has a mounting groove extending through it along the first direction on the side away from the plastic part, and multiple reinforcing ribs are integrally injection molded in the mounting groove.
[0006] Optionally, the metal frame has multiple through holes, and the multiple through holes are arranged one-to-one with the multiple reinforcing ribs. The metal frame has a connecting section that protrudes away from the front cover, and the support frame is disposed on the connecting section.
[0007] Optionally, the connecting frame includes a first bracket and a second bracket connected to each other, the first bracket being used to connect with the plastic part and the steering column, the second bracket being used to connect with the front bulkhead, and the second bracket having a collapsible structure.
[0008] Optionally, the first bracket includes a first connecting plate and two connecting arms. The first connecting plate is connected to the plastic part by fasteners. Both connecting arms are used to connect to the steering column. Each connecting arm includes a first connecting part, a second connecting part, and a third connecting part connected to each other. The first connecting plate is connected between the two first connecting parts. The second connecting part is connected to the plastic part. The third connecting part is connected to the second bracket.
[0009] Optionally, the second bracket includes a second connecting plate and the collapse structure connected together. The second connecting plate is connected between the two third connecting parts. The collapse structure includes a first collapse part and a second collapse part connected together and arranged at an angle. The first collapse part is used to connect with the front cover, and the second collapse part is connected with the second connecting plate.
[0010] Optionally, the collapse structure further includes a third collapse portion, the adjacent two sides of which are connected to the second collapse portion and the first collapse portion respectively. The first collapse portion has a positioning groove, the third collapse portion has a positioning protrusion that engages with the positioning groove, and the third collapse portion has a guide groove.
[0011] Optionally, the support frame includes a first support rod, a second support rod, and multiple reinforcing rods, wherein the first support rod and the second support rod extend along the second direction, and the multiple reinforcing rods are connected between the first support rod and the second support rod.
[0012] Optionally, the instrument panel crossbeam further includes a plurality of mounting brackets, which are spaced apart on the main beam and / or the support frame, each mounting bracket being used for connection to the vehicle body structure; and / or,
[0013] The instrument panel crossbeam also includes a mounting bracket, which is connected to the plastic part. The mounting bracket is provided with multiple fixing protrusions for connecting to the vehicle body structure.
[0014] In addition, the present invention also provides an automobile, the automobile including the body and the dashboard crossbeam as described above.
[0015] In this invention, the metal frame primarily serves to support and shape the instrument panel crossbeam, significantly improving its frontal and side impact performance. The plastic parts, left end plate, right end plate, and support frame are integrally injection molded with the metal frame as inserts, improving the manufacturing efficiency of the instrument panel crossbeam. The support frame extends vertically and connects to the center channel, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam to the center channel. The connecting frame connects to the front bulkhead and steering column, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam to these components. The left end plate connects to the left side bulkhead, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam to the left side bulkhead. The right end plate connects to the right side bulkhead, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam to the right side bulkhead. This invention uses a metal frame for support and load-bearing, meeting the rigidity requirements of the instrument panel crossbeam and significantly improving its frontal and side impact performance, thereby enhancing its safety. Furthermore, the integral injection molding of the plastic parts, left end plate, right end plate, and support frame with the metal frame as inserts reduces the weight of the instrument panel crossbeam, meeting the requirements for lightweight instrument panel crossbeams. Attached Figure Description
[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0017] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of an angle of the instrument panel crossbeam according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the instrument panel crossbeam from another angle according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the metal frame in the instrument panel crossbeam according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first support in an embodiment of the present invention.
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[0024] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0026] It should be noted that all directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of the present invention are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.
[0027] Furthermore, in this invention, descriptions involving "first," "second," etc., are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0028] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.
[0029] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the present invention can be combined with each other, but only if they are feasible for those skilled in the art. If the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention.
[0030] In this invention, the descriptions of directions such as "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," and "right" are as follows: Figure 1 The directions shown are for reference only and are used to interpret the location. Figure 1 The relative positional relationship between the components in the shown posture is such that if the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.
[0031] This invention provides a dashboard crossbeam.
[0032] In one embodiment, such as Figures 1 to 4As shown, the instrument panel crossbeam 100 is used to connect with the vehicle body, which includes a center tunnel, a front bulkhead, a steering column, a left side bulkhead, and a right side bulkhead. The instrument panel crossbeam 100 includes a main beam 10, a support frame 20, a left end plate 30, a right end plate 40, and a connecting frame 50. The main beam 10 includes a metal frame 11 and a plastic part 12. The metal frame 11 extends along a first direction. The left end plate 30 and the right end plate 40 are located at both ends of the metal frame 11, respectively. The plastic part 12 covers one side of the metal frame 11. The plastic part 12, the left end plate 30, the right end plate 40, and the support frame 20 are integrally injection molded with the metal frame 11 as an insert. The support frame 20 extends along a second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction. The support frame 20 is used to connect with the center tunnel. The connecting frame 50 is connected with the plastic part 12. The connecting frame 50 is used to connect with the front bulkhead and the steering column. The left end plate 30 is used to connect with the left side bulkhead, and the right end plate 40 is used to connect with the right side bulkhead.
[0033] The first direction is Figure 1 The left and right directions, the second direction is Figure 1 The up and down directions in the middle.
[0034] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 The metal frame 11 extends in the left-right direction. The left end plate 30 is located at the left end of the metal frame 11, and the right end plate 40 is located at the right end. A plastic part 12 covers the front of the metal frame 11. The metal frame 11 primarily serves to support and shape the structure, and it significantly improves the frontal and side impact performance of the instrument panel crossbeam 100. The plastic part 12, left end plate 30, right end plate 40, and support frame 20 are integrally injection molded with the metal frame 11 as an insert, improving the manufacturing efficiency of the instrument panel crossbeam 100. The support frame 20 extends in the vertical direction and is used to connect with the center channel, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam 100 to the center channel. The connecting frame 50 is used to connect with the front bulkhead and steering column, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam 100 to the front bulkhead and steering column. The left end plate 30 is used to connect with the left side bulkhead, thus connecting the instrument panel crossbeam 100 to the left side bulkhead. The right end plate 40 is used to connect with the right side panel, thereby connecting the instrument panel beam 100 with the right side panel.
[0035] In this embodiment, the metal frame 11 provides support and load-bearing capacity, meeting the rigidity requirements of the instrument panel crossbeam 100 and significantly improving its frontal and side impact performance, thus enhancing its safety. Furthermore, the plastic parts 12, left end plate 30, right end plate 40, and support frame 20 are integrally injection molded with the metal frame 11 as inserts, reducing the weight of the instrument panel crossbeam 100 and meeting its lightweight requirements.
[0036] The metal skeleton 11 can be made of automotive structural steel, aluminum alloy, magnesium alloy, etc., and the forming process can be conventional metal forming processes such as stamping, welding, and die casting to minimize product costs. The thickness of the metal skeleton 11 depends on the material used, typically ranging from 1mm to 3mm. To ensure a tight bond between the metal skeleton 11 and the injection molded body, the surface of the metal skeleton 11 will be treated, including one or a combination of sandblasting, chemical etching, anodizing, laser processing, and adhesive coating, with anodizing using an acidic solution being preferred. Based on the product's performance and moldability requirements, the injection molding material can be one of PP+60GF, PA6+60GF, PA66+60GF, PA+30CF, or PA+40CF.
[0037] In one embodiment, a mounting groove 111 is provided through the metal frame 11 on the side away from the plastic part 12 along a first direction, and a plurality of reinforcing ribs 13 are integrally injection molded in the mounting groove 111.
[0038] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 and Figure 3 A mounting groove 111 is provided through the rear side of the metal frame 11 in the left-right direction. Multiple reinforcing ribs 13 are integrally injection molded in the mounting groove 111. The reinforcing ribs 13 enhance the structural stability of the instrument panel crossbeam 100 and improve the safety performance of the instrument panel crossbeam 100. In addition, the mounting groove 111 can reduce the weight of the metal frame 11, making the instrument panel crossbeam 100 even lighter.
[0039] In one embodiment, the metal frame 11 has a plurality of through holes 112, and the plurality of through holes 112 are provided in a one-to-one correspondence with a plurality of reinforcing ribs 13. The metal frame 11 has a connecting section 113 protruding in a direction away from the front cover, and the support frame 20 is disposed on the connecting section 113.
[0040] Please refer to the reference. Figures 1 to 3 Multiple through holes 112 are provided to allow the injection molded part to penetrate the front and rear sides of the metal frame 11 during injection molding, forming a reinforcing rib 13 on the rear side of the metal frame 11. The plastic part 12 and the reinforcing rib 13 clamp the metal frame 11 together, improving the structural strength of the instrument panel crossbeam 100. Specifically, the reinforcing rib 13 has a plastic thickness of 1.5 to 2.5 mm, and the layout of the reinforcing rib 13 follows the principle of gradually changing from dense to sparse from the driver's side to the passenger side, in order to ensure that the product is lightweight while maintaining maximum performance.
[0041] In a preferred embodiment, a covering rib 14 is formed on the plastic part 12. The spacing between the covering ribs 14 is related to the position of the reinforcing rib 13. The covering ribs 14 make the structural strength of the instrument panel beam 100 higher and improve the safety performance of the instrument panel beam 100.
[0042] In one embodiment, the connecting frame 50 includes a first bracket 51 and a second bracket 52 connected to each other. The first bracket 51 is used to connect with the plastic part 12 and the steering column, and the second bracket 52 is used to connect with the front bulkhead. The second bracket 52 has a collapsible structure 522.
[0043] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 and Figure 2 The connecting bracket 50 can be made of automotive structural steel, aluminum alloy, magnesium alloy, etc., and the forming process can be sheet metal welding or die casting. Sheet metal welding is recommended from both cost and performance perspectives. The first bracket 51 is used to connect with the steering column, thus enabling the connecting bracket 50 to connect with the steering column. The second bracket 52 is used to connect with the front bulkhead, thus enabling the connecting bracket 50 to connect with the front bulkhead. The first bracket 51 is connected to the plastic part 12, thus enabling the connecting bracket 50 to connect with the plastic part 12. The second bracket 52 has a collapsible structure 522, ensuring that the second bracket 52 can absorb the impact force and collapse after being subjected to a frontal collision force from the front bulkhead of the vehicle body, thereby protecting passenger safety.
[0044] In one embodiment, the first bracket 51 includes a first connecting plate 511 and two connecting arms 512. The first connecting plate 511 is connected to the plastic part 12 by fasteners. Both connecting arms 512 are used to connect to the steering column. Each connecting arm 512 includes a first connecting part 5121, a second connecting part 5122 and a third connecting part 5123 connected to each other. The first connecting plate 511 is connected between the two first connecting parts 5121. The second connecting part 5122 is connected to the plastic part 12 and the third connecting part 5123 is connected to the second bracket 52.
[0045] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 The fasteners can be ordinary bolts or FDS screws. The first connecting plate 511 is mounted on the plastic part 12 by the fasteners, making the connection between the first bracket 51 and the plastic part 12 stable and reliable, thus improving the structural stability of the instrument panel beam 100. Both connecting arms 512 are used to connect with the steering column, thereby enabling the connecting bracket 50 to connect with the steering column. The first connecting plate 511 is connected between the two first connecting parts 5121, improving the structural strength of the first bracket 51. The second connecting part 5122 is connected to the plastic part 12, and the shape of the second connecting part 5122 matches that of the plastic part 12, making the connection between the first bracket 51 and the plastic part 12 tighter and more reliable. The third connecting part 5123 is connected to the second bracket 52, thereby realizing the connection between the first bracket 51 and the second bracket 52.
[0046] In one embodiment, the second bracket 52 includes a second connecting plate 521 and a collapsible structure 522 connected together. The second connecting plate 521 is connected between two third connecting parts 5123. The collapsible structure 522 includes a first collapsible part 5221 and a second collapsible part 5222 connected together and arranged at an angle. The first collapsible part 5221 is used to connect with the front cover, and the second collapsible part 5222 is connected to the second connecting plate 521.
[0047] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 The second connecting plate 521 connects between the two third connecting parts 5123, thereby connecting the second bracket 52 to the first bracket 51 and improving the structural stability of the connecting frame 50. The first collapsible part 5221 and the second collapsible part 5222 are arranged at an angle, which improves the performance of the collapsible structure 522 and protects passenger safety. The first collapsible part 5221 is used to connect with the front bulkhead, thereby enabling the connecting frame 50 to connect with the front bulkhead. The second collapsible part 5222 is connected to the second connecting plate 521, thereby enabling the collapsible structure 522 to connect with the second connecting plate 521.
[0048] In one embodiment, the collapse structure 522 further includes a third collapse portion 5223, the adjacent two sides of the third collapse portion 5223 being connected to the second collapse portion 5222 and the first collapse portion 5221 respectively, the first collapse portion 5221 having a positioning groove 5224, the third collapse portion 5223 having a positioning protrusion 5225 that engages with the positioning groove 5224, and the third collapse portion 5223 having a guide groove 5226.
[0049] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 The right side of the third crumple zone 5223 connects to the second crumple zone 5222, and the rear side of the third crumple zone 5223 connects to the first crumple zone 5221. The first crumple zone 5221, the second crumple zone 5222, and the third crumple zone 5223 form a stable frame structure, which improves the performance of the crumple structure 522 and ensures that the second bracket 52 can absorb the impact force and crumple after being subjected to a positive collision force from the front of the vehicle body, thereby protecting passenger safety. The third crumple zone 5223 and the first crumple zone 5221 can be connected by welding, making the structural strength of the crumple structure 5222 stronger. A positioning protrusion 5225 is formed at the rear end of the third crumple zone 5223. The positioning protrusion 5225 and the positioning groove 5224 cooperate to position the connection between the third crumple zone 5223 and the first crumple zone 5221, facilitating welding between the third crumple zone 5223 and the first crumple zone 5221. The third crumple section 5223 has a guide groove 5226, which further guides the crumple by reducing the material, making the performance of the crumple structure 522 better and improving the safety performance of the instrument panel beam 100.
[0050] Please refer to the reference. Figure 2 The left-side collapse structure 522 includes only the first collapse portion 5221 and the second collapse portion 5222, while the right-side collapse structure 522 includes the first collapse portion 5221, the second collapse portion 5222, and the third collapse portion 5223. The two collapse structures can be installed either one or both, depending on actual needs.
[0051] In one embodiment, the support frame 20 includes a first support rod 21, a second support rod 22, and a plurality of reinforcing rods 23. The first support rod 21 and the second support rod 22 extend along a second direction, and the plurality of reinforcing rods 23 are connected between the first support rod 21 and the second support rod 22.
[0052] Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 The first support rod 21 and the second support rod 22 extend vertically and connect to the middle portion of the plastic part 12. The center channel includes a left center channel and a right center channel. The first support rod 21 is used to connect to the left center channel of the vehicle body, and the second support rod 22 is used to connect to the right center channel of the vehicle body, thereby enabling the support frame 20 to connect to the center channel. Multiple reinforcing rods 23 are connected between the first support rod 21 and the second support rod 22 to enhance the structural stability of the support frame 20 and improve the structural strength of the instrument panel crossbeam 100.
[0053] In one embodiment, please refer to the reference Figure 1 The instrument panel crossbeam 100 also includes multiple mounting brackets 60, which are spaced apart on the main beam 10 and / or support frame 20. Each mounting bracket 60 is used for connection to the vehicle body structure. The mounting brackets 60 facilitate the connection between the instrument panel crossbeam 100 and the vehicle body structure, such as the air conditioning unit or airbag, and facilitate the use of the instrument panel crossbeam 100. The mounting brackets 60 are integrally injection molded onto the metal frame 11.
[0054] In one embodiment, the dashboard crossbeam 100 further includes a mounting bracket 70, which is connected to the plastic part 12. The mounting bracket 70 has multiple fixing protrusions 71 for connection to the vehicle body structure. Please refer to the reference. Figure 1 The mounting bracket 70 enhances the structural stability of the instrument panel beam 100. Furthermore, the mounting protrusion 71 on the mounting bracket 70 facilitates the connection between the instrument panel beam 100 and the vehicle body structure, such as the instrument panel, display, and other vehicle body structures, making it convenient to use the instrument panel beam 100. The mounting bracket is integrally injection molded onto the metal frame 11.
[0055] In the preferred technical solution, the left end plate 30 and the right end plate 40 are integrally formed by injection molding with threaded holes, and bushings are installed in the threaded holes to facilitate the installation of bolts. The left end plate 30 is connected to the left side panel by bolts, and the right end plate 40 is connected to the right side panel by bolts.
[0056] In addition, the present invention also provides an automobile, including a body and an instrument panel crossbeam 100 as described above. The specific structure of the instrument panel crossbeam 100 is as described in the above embodiments. Since the automobile adopts all the technical solutions of the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here.
[0057] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformations made under the concept of the present invention using the description and drawings of the present invention, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A dashboard crossbeam for connection to a vehicle body, the vehicle body including a center tunnel, a front bulkhead, a steering column, a left side panel, and a right side panel, characterized in that, The instrument panel crossbeam includes a main beam, a support frame, a left end plate, a right end plate, and a connecting frame. The main beam includes a metal frame and a plastic component. The metal frame extends along a first direction. The left end plate and the right end plate are located at opposite ends of the metal frame. The plastic component covers one side of the metal frame. A mounting groove is formed through the metal frame along the first direction on the side away from the plastic component. The metal frame has multiple through holes. The plastic component, the left end plate, the right end plate, and the support frame are integrally injection molded with the metal frame as an insert. The multiple through holes allow... The injection-molded body can penetrate the metal skeleton during injection molding to form multiple reinforcing ribs in the mounting groove. The multiple through holes are arranged one-to-one with the multiple reinforcing ribs. The plastic part and the reinforcing ribs clamp the metal skeleton one in front and one behind. The support frame extends along a second direction, which is perpendicular to the first direction. The support frame is used to connect with the central channel. The connecting frame is used to connect with the plastic part. The connecting frame is used to connect with the front bulkhead and the steering column. The left end plate is used to connect with the left side bulkhead, and the right end plate is used to connect with the right side bulkhead.
2. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The metal frame has a connecting section that protrudes away from the front enclosure, and the support frame is disposed on the connecting section.
3. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting frame includes a first bracket and a second bracket connected to each other. The first bracket is used to connect with the plastic part and the steering column, and the second bracket is used to connect with the front bulkhead. The second bracket has a collapsible structure.
4. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The first bracket includes a first connecting plate and two connecting arms. The first connecting plate is connected to the plastic part by fasteners. Both connecting arms are used to connect to the steering column. Each connecting arm includes a first connecting part, a second connecting part and a third connecting part that are connected to each other. The first connecting plate is connected between the two first connecting parts. The second connecting part is connected to the plastic part. The third connecting part is connected to the second bracket.
5. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The second bracket includes a second connecting plate and the collapse structure connected together. The second connecting plate is connected between the two third connecting parts. The collapse structure includes a first collapse part and a second collapse part connected together and arranged at an angle. The first collapse part is used to connect with the front cover, and the second collapse part is connected with the second connecting plate.
6. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The collapse structure further includes a third collapse portion, the adjacent two sides of which are connected to the second collapse portion and the first collapse portion respectively. The first collapse portion has a positioning groove, the third collapse portion has a positioning protrusion that is inserted into the positioning groove, and the third collapse portion has a guide groove.
7. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The support frame includes a first support rod, a second support rod, and multiple reinforcing rods. The first support rod and the second support rod extend along the second direction, and the multiple reinforcing rods are connected between the first support rod and the second support rod.
8. The instrument panel crossbeam as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The instrument panel crossbeam also includes multiple mounting brackets, which are spaced apart on the main beam and / or the support frame, each mounting bracket being used for connection to the vehicle body structure; and / or The instrument panel crossbeam also includes a mounting bracket, which is connected to the plastic part. The mounting bracket is provided with multiple fixing protrusions for connecting to the vehicle body structure.
9. A car, characterized in that, The vehicle includes the vehicle body and the dashboard crossbeam as described in any one of claims 1-8.
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