Control method for vehicle exterior mirror, structure thereof and vehicle

Abstract

The application discloses a control method of a vehicle exterior mirror, a structure and a vehicle. The control method comprises the following steps: acquiring a first control instruction of a user; and controlling the exterior mirror to perform telescopic movement in and out of a vehicle body in response to the first control instruction. Thus, the control method of the application can acquire the first control instruction of the user, control the exterior mirror to be retracted into the vehicle body for concealment when the exterior mirror is not used, avoid the problem that the protruding exterior mirror increases the wind resistance of the vehicle, causes the energy consumption of the vehicle body to increase, and further provides better quietness and subjective feeling for the user during driving, and makes the overall appearance of the vehicle beautiful. In addition, the exterior mirror is controlled to be retracted into the vehicle body for concealment when the exterior mirror is not used, and the exterior mirror is controlled to be extended out of the vehicle body for display when the exterior mirror is used, which can further provide higher vehicle appearance design space for the vehicle, and provide higher design freedom for automobile development.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive technology, and in particular to a control method for a vehicle exterior rearview mirror, its structure, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, fixed exterior rearview mirrors protrude beyond the vehicle body, which is detrimental to the vehicle's aesthetics. Furthermore, the protruding structure increases wind resistance, leading to increased fuel consumption. Additionally, the protruding structure generates wind noise, negatively impacting the driving experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention aims to at least partially solve one of the problems in the related art. Therefore, the object of this application is to provide a method for controlling a vehicle exterior rearview mirror, its structure, and a vehicle.

[0004] This application provides a method for controlling a vehicle exterior rearview mirror. The control method includes:

[0005] Obtain the user's first control command;

[0006] In response to the first control command, the exterior rearview mirror is controlled to extend and retract inside and outside the vehicle body.

[0007] Thus, the vehicle exterior rearview mirror control method of this application can obtain a first control command from the user and, in response to the first control command, control the exterior rearview mirror to retract into the vehicle body when not in use, thereby avoiding the problem of the exterior rearview mirror protruding outward, increasing the vehicle's wind resistance, and thus increasing the vehicle's energy consumption. This provides the user with better quietness and subjective feeling during driving, and also makes the overall vehicle shape more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, controlling the exterior rearview mirror to retract into the vehicle body when not in use and controlling the exterior rearview mirror to extend outward for display when in use can also provide the vehicle with greater space for styling design and give car development greater design freedom.

[0008] In some embodiments, after controlling the exterior rearview mirror to extend beyond the vehicle body in response to the first control command, the control method includes:

[0009] Obtain the user's second control command;

[0010] In response to the second control command, the exterior rearview mirror is rotated to adjust its own rotation angle.

[0011] Thus, the control method of this application controls the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror in response to the second control command obtained from the user, thereby adjusting its own rotation angle. This allows the user to control the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror according to the usage situation, adjusting its own rotation angle to provide the user with the most suitable field of view and to observe surrounding obstacles better and more intuitively.

[0012] In some embodiments, after controlling the exterior rearview mirror to rotate outside the vehicle body in response to the first control command, the control method includes:

[0013] Obtain the user's third-party control commands;

[0014] In response to the third control command, the exterior rearview mirror is moved back and forth along the vehicle body direction.

[0015] Thus, the control method of this application controls the exterior rearview mirror to move back and forth along the vehicle direction in response to the third control command obtained from the user, so that the user can freely adjust the position of the exterior rearview mirror according to the needs of driving road conditions, and provide the user with a more suitable rear observation field of vision.

[0016] In some embodiments, after controlling the exterior rearview mirror to retract into the vehicle body in response to the first control command, the control method further includes:

[0017] Obtain the user's fourth control command;

[0018] The exterior rearview mirror is cleaned in response to the fourth control command.

[0019] Thus, the control method of this application cleans the exterior rearview mirror in response to the fourth control command obtained from the user, so that the cleaned exterior rearview mirror can provide the user with a clearer field of view.

[0020] In some embodiments, after cleaning the exterior rearview mirror in response to the fourth control command, the control method further includes:

[0021] Obtain the user's fifth control command;

[0022] The exterior rearview mirror is dried in response to the fifth control command.

[0023] Thus, the control method of this application obtains the user's fifth control command and dries the exterior rearview mirror in response to the fifth control command, thereby avoiding the problem that water stains remain on the exterior rearview mirror after cleaning due to the mirror not being dried in time, which would affect the user's observation of the road conditions behind the vehicle through the exterior rearview mirror.

[0024] In some embodiments, after controlling the exterior rearview mirror to retract into the vehicle body in response to the first control command, the control method further includes:

[0025] When the vehicle is in driving mode, the user's fourth control command and / or fifth control command are acquired;

[0026] The exterior rearview mirror is cleaned and / or dried in response to the fourth control command and / or the fifth control command.

[0027] Thus, when the vehicle is in driving mode, the control method of this application can clean or dry the exterior rearview mirrors in response to the fourth or fifth control command obtained from the user, thereby avoiding the problem that the exterior rearview mirrors cannot provide a clear rear view for the user due to dirt on them while driving.

[0028] This application also provides a vehicle exterior rearview mirror structure. The exterior rearview mirror structure includes an exterior rearview mirror and a motor controller, a first motor module, a second motor module, and a linkage mechanism disposed within the vehicle body. The motor controller is connected to a first end of the first motor module. The second end of the first motor module is connected to the exterior rearview mirror via a first link of the linkage mechanism. The second motor module is connected to the first link via a second link of the linkage mechanism. A third link is provided between the first and second links, forming a triangular structure with the first and second links. The motor controller is used to acquire a first control command from a user and transmit the first control command to the first and second motor modules. In response to the first control command, the first motor module controls the first link to extend and retract. Simultaneously, in response to the first control command, the second motor module controls the second and third links to extend and retract along the first link, thereby causing the exterior rearview mirror to extend and retract within and outside the vehicle body.

[0029] Thus, when the motor controller of the exterior rearview mirror structure of this application receives the user's first control command, it transmits the first control command to the first motor module and the second motor module. This causes the first motor module to control the first linkage to extend and retract in response to the first control command, while the second motor module also controls the second and third linkages to extend and retract along the first connection in response to the first control command. This causes the exterior rearview mirror to extend and retract inside and outside the vehicle body, allowing the user to retract the exterior rearview mirror into the vehicle body when not in use, thereby avoiding the problem of the exterior rearview mirror protruding outwards, which increases the vehicle's wind resistance and leads to increased energy consumption. This provides the user with better quietness and subjective experience during driving, and also makes the overall vehicle shape more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, controlling the exterior rearview mirror to retract into the vehicle body when not in use and to extend it outwards when in use provides greater space for vehicle styling design and greater design freedom for car development.

[0030] In some embodiments, after the first motor module controls the exterior rearview mirror to extend outside the vehicle body in response to the first control command, the motor controller is configured to acquire a second control command from the user and transmit the second control command to the first motor module; the first motor module, in response to the second control command, controls the exterior rearview mirror to rotate to adjust its own rotation angle; and / or the motor controller is configured to acquire a third control command from the user and transmit the third control command to the second motor module; the second motor module, in response to the third control command, pushes the linkage mechanism to move back and forth along the vehicle body direction to control the exterior rearview mirror to move back and forth along the vehicle body direction.

[0031] Thus, when the motor controller of the exterior rearview mirror structure of this application receives a second control command from the user, it transmits the second control command to the first motor module. This causes the first motor module to respond to the second control command by controlling the exterior rearview mirror to adjust its rotation angle. Therefore, the user can control the exterior rearview mirror to adjust its rotation angle according to usage conditions, allowing the user to better and more intuitively observe surrounding obstacles. Furthermore, when the motor controller receives a third control command from the user, it transmits the third control command to the second motor module. This causes the second motor module to respond to the third control command by pushing the linkage mechanism to move back and forth along the vehicle's direction, thereby moving the exterior rearview mirror back and forth along the vehicle's direction. Therefore, the user can freely adjust the position of the exterior rearview mirror according to the needs of driving conditions, providing the user with a more suitable rearward observation field of vision.

[0032] In some embodiments, the exterior rearview mirror structure further includes a cleaning module disposed in the vehicle body, and the motor controller is connected to the cleaning module; the motor controller is further configured to acquire a fourth control command from the user and transmit the fourth control command to the cleaning module; the cleaning module, in response to the fourth control command, cleans the exterior rearview mirror; and / or the motor controller is further configured to acquire a fifth control command from the user and transmit the fifth control command to the cleaning module; the cleaning module, in response to the fifth control command, dries the exterior rearview mirror.

[0033] Thus, when the motor controller of the exterior rearview mirror structure of this application receives the fourth or fifth control command, it transmits the fourth or fifth control command to the cleaning module, so that the cleaning module responds to the fourth or fifth control command to clean or dry the exterior rearview mirror, thereby avoiding the problem that the exterior rearview mirror cannot provide a clear rear view for the user due to the dirt on the exterior rearview mirror during use.

[0034] This application provides a vehicle. The vehicle further includes a memory and a processor, wherein the memory stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements the control method described in the above embodiments.

[0035] Thus, the vehicle of this application can receive a first control command from the user and, in response to that command, retract the exterior rearview mirrors into the vehicle body when they are not in use. This avoids the problem of the exterior rearview mirrors protruding outwards, increasing wind resistance and thus increasing vehicle energy consumption. This provides the user with better quietness and subjective experience during driving, and also makes the overall vehicle design more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, retracting the exterior rearview mirrors into the vehicle body when they are not in use and extending them outwards when they are in use provides greater design flexibility and greater freedom in vehicle development.

[0036] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0037] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent and readily understood from the following description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0038] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of certain embodiments of this application;

[0039] Figure 2This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the control device according to certain embodiments of this application;

[0040] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the exterior rearview mirror of a vehicle mounted on the vehicle body according to certain embodiments of this application;

[0041] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of certain embodiments of this application;

[0042] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of certain embodiments of this application;

[0043] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of certain embodiments of this application;

[0044] Figure 7 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of certain embodiments of this application;

[0045] Figure 8 This is a flowchart illustrating the control method of some embodiments of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0046] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0047] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, features defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0048] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0049] The following disclosure provides many different implementations or examples for carrying out different structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or reference letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various implementations and / or arrangements discussed.

[0050] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application.

[0051] Please see Figure 1 This application provides a method for controlling a vehicle's exterior rearview mirror. The control method includes:

[0052] 01: Obtain the user's first control command;

[0053] 02: In response to the first control command, control the exterior rearview mirrors to extend and retract inside and outside the vehicle body.

[0054] Please see Figure 2 This application also provides a control device 10. The control device 10 includes an acquisition module 11 and a response module 12.

[0055] Step 01 can be implemented by the acquisition module 11, and step 02 can be implemented by the response module 12. That is, the acquisition module 11 is used to acquire the user's first control command; the response module 12 is used to control the exterior rearview mirror to extend and retract inside and outside the vehicle body in response to the first control command.

[0056] Please see Figure 3 The vehicle 1000 of this application includes an exterior rearview mirror structure 100 and a vehicle body 200. The exterior rearview mirror structure 100 includes an exterior rearview mirror 20, a motor controller 40, a first motor module 50, a second motor module 60, a linkage mechanism 70, and a cleaning module 80. The vehicle 1000 can be equipped with control buttons or a voice system. The user can issue a first control command through the control buttons or voice system on the vehicle 1000. The first control command is a command issued by the user to extend or retract the linkage mechanism 70, which is connected to the exterior rearview mirror 20, the first motor module 50, and the second motor module 60, respectively.

[0057] The first control command includes a retraction command and an extension command. Specifically, the retraction command controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to retract into the body 200 of the vehicle 1000. The extension command controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend out of the body 200 of the vehicle 1000.

[0058] When a user issues the first control command via a control button set on vehicle 1000, a control button can be configured such that, upon the first press of the button, if the exterior rearview mirror 20 is currently inside the vehicle body 200, it can be extended outside the vehicle body 200. Upon pressing the button again, if the exterior rearview mirror 20 is currently outside the vehicle body 200, it can be retracted back inside the vehicle body 200.

[0059] When a user issues the first control command via the control buttons on vehicle 1000, two control buttons can be configured: a retract button and an extend button. When the user presses the extend button, the exterior rearview mirror 20 extends from inside the vehicle body 200 to outside the vehicle body 200. When the user presses the retract button, the exterior rearview mirror 20 retracts from outside the vehicle body 200 back inside the vehicle body 200.

[0060] The following example illustrates this further, using the user issuing their first control command via voice system. For instance, such as... Figure 3 As shown, when a user needs to hide the exterior rearview mirror 20, the system first receives a first control command issued by the user via voice. This first control command is a retraction command, such as the command to rotate the mirror into the vehicle body 200, which is the user's voice command to "hide the exterior rearview mirror". Upon receiving the retraction command, the motor controller 40 transmits the retraction command to the first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60. The first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60 respond to the retraction command by controlling the linkage structure 70 to move from position A to position B, thereby causing the exterior rearview mirror 20 to retract into the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000 for concealment.

[0061] When the user needs to use the exterior rearview mirror 20, the user can issue a first control command again through the control button or voice system set in the vehicle 1000. At this time, the first control command issued by the user is an extension command. For example, the extension command is the user's voice command "Show exterior rearview mirror 20". Then, when the motor controller 40 receives the extension command, it transmits the extension command to the first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60. The first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60 respond to the extension command and control the linkage structure 70 to move from position B to position A, so as to drive the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend to the outside of the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000 for display.

[0062] Thus, the control method for the exterior rearview mirror 20 of the vehicle 1000 of this application can obtain a first control command from the user and, in response to the first control command, control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to retract into the vehicle body 200 when it is not in use, thereby avoiding the problem of the exterior rearview mirror 20 protruding outward and increasing the wind resistance of the vehicle 1000, which would lead to an increase in the energy consumption of the vehicle body 200. This provides the user with better quietness and subjective feeling during driving, and also makes the overall shape of the vehicle 1000 more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to retract into the vehicle body 200 when it is not in use and controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend outward from the vehicle body 200 when it is in use can also provide the vehicle 1000 with greater design space and give the car development a greater degree of design freedom.

[0063] Please see Figure 4 In some embodiments, after step 02, the control method further includes:

[0064] 03: Obtain the user's second control command;

[0065] 04: In response to the second control command, control the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror to adjust the rotation angle of the exterior rearview mirror itself.

[0066] Please combine Figure 2 Step 03 can be implemented by the acquisition module 11, and step 04 can be implemented by the response module 12. That is, the acquisition module 11 is used to acquire the user's second control command; the response module 12 is used to control the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the second control command, so as to adjust the rotation angle of the exterior rearview mirror 20 itself.

[0067] The user can issue a second control command via a control knob or voice system located on the vehicle 1000. This second control command is a rotation command. The rotation angle of the exterior rearview mirror 20 can be any angle between 0° and 360°, without any limitation.

[0068] When a user issues a second control command via a control knob located on vehicle 1000, a control knob can be configured. By turning the control knob, the user can control the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror 20 to adjust its own rotation angle. For example, turning the control knob can control the exterior rearview mirror to rotate clockwise in direction C to adjust a preset angle, which can be 20°, 45°, 90°, or other angles, without limitation. Alternatively, turning the control knob can also control the exterior rearview mirror to rotate counterclockwise in direction D to adjust a preset angle, which can be 10°, 50°, 180°, or other angles, without limitation.

[0069] When a user issues a second control command via a control knob set in vehicle 1000, two control knobs can be configured: a clockwise control knob and a counter-clockwise control knob. Turning the clockwise control knob rotates the exterior rearview mirror 20 clockwise to adjust its rotation angle. Turning the counter-clockwise control knob rotates the exterior rearview mirror 20 counter-clockwise to adjust its rotation angle. For example, turning the clockwise control knob to a preset angle will rotate the exterior rearview mirror clockwise towards direction C, adjusting it to a preset angle of 15°, 65°, or other angles, without limitation. Similarly, turning the counter-clockwise control knob to a preset angle will rotate the exterior rearview mirror counter-clockwise towards direction D, adjusting it to a preset angle of 25°, 12°, 125°, or other angles, without limitation.

[0070] The following example illustrates this further, using a user issuing a second control command via voice. For instance, such as... Figure 3 As shown, when the exterior rearview mirror 20 is outside the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000 and the user needs to adjust the angle of the exterior rearview mirror 20, the system first obtains a third control command issued by the user via voice command. This third control command is a rotation command, for example, the user's voice command "rotate the exterior rearview mirror 60° clockwise." Then, upon receiving the rotation angle command, the motor controller 40 transmits the rotation angle command to the first motor module 50, which responds to the rotation command by controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate 60° clockwise. Alternatively, the rotation command could be the user's voice command "rotate the exterior rearview mirror 45° counterclockwise." The motor controller 40, upon receiving the rotation angle command, transmits the rotation angle command to the first motor module 50, which responds to the rotation command by controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate 45° counterclockwise.

[0071] Thus, the control method of this application controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate in response to the second control command obtained from the user, thereby adjusting its own rotation angle. This allows the user to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate and adjust its own rotation angle according to the usage situation, providing the user with the most suitable field of view and enabling a better and more intuitive observation of surrounding obstacles.

[0072] Please see Figure 5 In some embodiments, after step 02, the control method further includes:

[0073] 05: Obtain the user's third-party control commands;

[0074] 06: In response to the third control command, control the exterior rearview mirror to move back and forth along the vehicle body direction.

[0075] Please combine Figure 2Step 05 can be implemented by the acquisition module 11, and step 06 can be implemented by the response module 12. That is, the acquisition module 11 is used to acquire the user's third control command; the response module 12 is used to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 in response to the third control command.

[0076] Users can issue third control commands via control buttons or voice systems on the vehicle 1000. These third control commands include commands to move forward and commands to move backward.

[0077] When a user issues a third control command via the control buttons on the vehicle 1000, two control buttons can be configured: a forward movement button and a backward movement button. Pressing the forward movement button moves the exterior rearview mirror 20 forward along the vehicle 200. Pressing the backward movement button moves the exterior rearview mirror 20 backward along the vehicle 200. For example, pressing the forward movement button once can move the exterior rearview mirror 20 forward by 1 cm or other distance along the vehicle 200, without limitation. Similarly, pressing the backward movement button once can move the exterior rearview mirror 20 backward by 1 cm or other distance along the vehicle 200, without limitation.

[0078] The following example illustrates this further, using a user issuing a third control command via a voice system. For instance, such as... Figure 3 As shown, when the exterior rearview mirror 20 is outside the body 200 of the vehicle 1000 and the user needs to change the position of the exterior rearview mirror 20, the system first obtains the third control command issued by the user through voice command. At this time, the third control command issued by the user is a forward movement command. For example, the forward movement command is the user's voice command "move the exterior rearview mirror forward". Then, when the motor controller 40 obtains the forward movement command, it transmits the forward movement command to the second motor module 60. The second motor module 60 responds to the forward movement command and controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move backward along the body 200.

[0079] Thus, the control method of this application controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 in response to the third control command obtained from the user, so that the user can freely adjust the position of the exterior rearview mirror 20 according to the needs of driving road conditions, so that the exterior rearview mirror 20 can provide the user with a more suitable rear observation field of view.

[0080] Please see Figure 6 In some embodiments, after step 02, the control method further includes:

[0081] 07: Obtain the user's fourth control command;

[0082] 08: In response to the fourth control command, clean the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0083] Please combine Figure 2 Step 07 can be implemented by the acquisition module 11, and step 08 can be implemented by the response module 12. That is, the acquisition module 11 is used to acquire the user's fourth control command; the response module 12 is used to clean the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fourth control command.

[0084] The user can issue a fourth control command, which is a cleaning command, via the control buttons or voice system on the vehicle 1000. In addition to being issued by the user, the fourth control command can also be automatically triggered by the vehicle 1000 after the exterior rearview mirror 20 retracts into the vehicle body 200.

[0085] When the user issues a fourth control command via the control button set in vehicle 1000, the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth control command by cleaning the exterior rearview mirror 20, and automatically stops cleaning the exterior rearview mirror 20 after a certain cleaning period. The cleaning time can be 2s, 2.5s, 3s, 3.5s, 4s, 4.5s, 5s, 5.5s, 6s, 6.5s, and 7s, and is not limited here.

[0086] The following example illustrates this further, using the user issuing a second control command through the voice system.

[0087] For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, when the exterior rearview mirror 20 is retracted into the body 200 of the vehicle 1000, the user's fourth control command is first obtained. At this time, the fourth control command is a cleaning command, such as the user's voice command "clean the exterior rearview mirror". Then, when the motor controller 40 obtains the cleaning command, it transmits the cleaning command to the cleaning module 80. The cleaning module 80 responds to the cleaning command and cleans the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0088] Thus, the control method of this application cleans the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fourth control command obtained from the user, so that the cleaned exterior rearview mirror 20 can provide the user with a clearer field of view.

[0089] Furthermore, after the exterior rearview mirror 20 is retracted into the body 200 of the vehicle 1000, the vehicle 1000 can automatically trigger a fourth control command to control the cleaning module 80 to clean the exterior rearview mirror 20 that is retracted into the body 200 of the vehicle 1000. Thus, when the exterior rearview mirror 20 is retracted into the body 200 of the vehicle 1000, the vehicle 1000 automatically triggers the fourth control command to clean the exterior rearview mirror 20 without the user needing to manually issue the fourth control command.

[0090] Please see Figure 7 In some embodiments, after step 08, the control method further includes:

[0091] 09: Obtain the user's fifth control command;

[0092] 010: Dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fifth control command.

[0093] Please combine Figure 2 Step 09 can be implemented by the acquisition module 11, and step 010 can be implemented by the response module 12. That is, the acquisition module 11 is used to acquire the user's fifth control command; the response module 12 is used to dry the exterior rearview mirror 2020 in response to the fifth control command.

[0094] Among them, users can issue a fifth control command through the control button or voice system set in the vehicle 1000. The fifth control command is the drying command.

[0095] In addition, the fifth control command can be issued by the user or automatically triggered by the vehicle 1000 after the exterior rearview mirror 20 is cleaned.

[0096] When the user issues a fifth control command via the control button set in vehicle 1000, the washing module 80 responds to the fifth control command by drying the exterior rearview mirror 20, and automatically stops drying the exterior rearview mirror 20 after a certain drying period. The drying time can be 2s, 2.5s, 3s, 3.5s, 4s, 4.5s, 5s, 5.5s, 6s, 6.5s, and 7s, and is not limited here.

[0097] The following example illustrates this further, using a user issuing a third control command via a voice system.

[0098] For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, after the exterior rearview mirror 20 is cleaned, the user's fifth control command is first obtained. At this time, the fifth control command is a drying command. For example, the drying command is the user's voice command "dry the exterior rearview mirror". Then, when the motor controller 40 obtains the drying command, it transmits the drying command to the cleaning module 80. The cleaning module 80 responds to the drying command and dries the cleaned exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0099] Thus, the control method of this application obtains the user's fifth control command and dries the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fifth control command, thereby avoiding the problem that water stains remain on the exterior rearview mirror 20 after cleaning because it is not dried in time, which would affect the user's observation of the road conditions behind the vehicle through the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0100] Furthermore, after the exterior rearview mirror 20 is cleaned, the vehicle 1000 can automatically trigger the fifth control command and control the cleaning module 80 to dry the cleaned exterior rearview mirror 20. Thus, after the exterior rearview mirror 20 is cleaned, the vehicle 1000 automatically triggers the fifth control command to dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 without the user needing to manually issue the fifth control command.

[0101] Please see Figure 8 In some embodiments, after step 02, the control method further includes:

[0102] 011: When the vehicle is in driving mode, acquire the user's fourth and / or fifth control commands;

[0103] 012: In response to the fourth and / or fifth control commands, clean and / or dry the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0104] Please combine Figure 2 Step 011 can be implemented by the acquisition module 11, and step 012 can be implemented by the response module 12. That is, the acquisition module 11 is used to acquire the user's fourth control command and / or fifth control command when the vehicle is in driving mode; the response module 12 is used to clean and / or dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fourth control command and / or fifth control command.

[0105] Specifically, when the vehicle 1000 is in a driving state, the following three situations are included in obtaining the user's fourth control command and / or fifth control command: (1) when the vehicle 1000 is in a driving state, obtaining the user's fourth control command; (2) when the vehicle 1000 is in a driving state, obtaining the user's fifth control command; (3) when the vehicle 1000 is in a driving state, obtaining the user's fourth control command and fifth control command.

[0106] Correspondingly, the situations in which the exterior rearview mirror 20 is cleaned and / or dried in response to the fourth control command and / or the fifth control command include the following three situations: (1) cleaning the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fourth control command; (2) drying the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fifth control command; (3) cleaning and drying the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fourth control command and the fifth control command.

[0107] The following explanation describes how, when the vehicle 1000 is in driving mode, the user's fourth and fifth control commands are obtained, and the external rearview mirror 20 is cleaned and dried in response to the fourth and fifth control commands.

[0108] For example, such as Figure 3As shown, when the user needs to clean and dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 while the vehicle 1000 is in motion, the fourth control command and the fifth control command of the user are first obtained. Then, the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth control command and the fifth control command and cleans the exterior rearview mirror 20 that is retracted into the body 200 of the vehicle 1000. After the exterior rearview mirror 20 is cleaned, it is dried.

[0109] Thus, when the vehicle 1000 is in driving mode, the control method of this application can clean or dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 in response to the fourth or fifth control command obtained from the user, thereby avoiding the problem that the exterior rearview mirror 20 cannot provide a clear rear view for the user due to dirt on the upper part of the exterior rearview mirror 20 during the driving of the vehicle 1000.

[0110] Please see Figure 3 This application also provides an exterior rearview mirror structure 100 for a vehicle 1000. The exterior rearview mirror structure 100 includes an exterior rearview mirror 20 and a motor controller 40, a first motor module 50, a second motor module 60, and a linkage mechanism 70 disposed within the body 200 of the vehicle 1000. The motor controller 40 is connected to a first end of the first motor module 50, and the second end of the first motor module 50 is connected to the exterior rearview mirror 20 via a first link 71 of the linkage mechanism 70. The second motor module 60 is connected to the first link 71 via a second link 72 of the linkage mechanism 70, and a third link 73 is provided between the first link 71 and the second link 72. The third link 73, the first link 71, and the second link 72 form a triangular structure. The motor controller 40 is used to acquire a first control command from a user and transmit the first control command to the first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60. The first motor module 50 responds to the first control command and controls the first link 71 to extend and retract. At the same time, the second motor module 60 responds to the first control command and controls the second link 72 and the third link 73 to extend and retract along the first link 71, so as to drive the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend and retract inside and outside the body 200 of the vehicle 1000.

[0111] Among them, such as Figure 3 As shown, there is a preset distance between the end of the second link 72 connected to the first link 71 and the end of the third link 73 connected to the first link 71. For example, the preset distance can be 5cm, and there is no limitation here. In this way, by setting the preset distance between the end of the second link 72 connected to the first link 71 and the end of the third link 73 connected to the first link 71, the third link 73, the first link 71, and the second link 72 form a stable triangular structure, thereby ensuring that the exterior rearview mirror 20 can move stably back and forth along the vehicle body 200.

[0112] Both the first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60 can be DC motors, variable frequency motors, AC motors, etc., and there are no restrictions here.

[0113] For example, when a user issues a first control command via control buttons or a voice system, the motor controller 40 first acquires the first control command and transmits it to the first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60. Then, the first motor module 50 responds to the first control command by controlling the first link 71 to extend or retract, while the second motor module 60 also responds to the first control command by controlling the second link 72 and the third link 73 to extend or retract along the direction of extension or retraction of the first link 71, thereby causing the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend or retract inside and outside the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000.

[0114] Thus, when the motor controller 40 of the exterior rearview mirror structure 100 of this application receives the user's first control command, it transmits the first control command to the first motor module 50 and the second motor module 60. This causes the first motor module 50 to control the first link 71 to extend or retract in response to the first control command, while the second motor module 60 also controls the second link 72 and the third link 73 to extend or retract along the first connection in response to the first control command. This causes the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend or retract inside and outside the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000, allowing the user to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 via the first control command even when it is not in use. The side mirror 20 is retracted into the vehicle body 200 for concealment, thereby avoiding the problem of the side mirror 20 protruding outward, increasing the wind resistance of the vehicle 1000, and thus increasing the energy consumption of the vehicle body 200. This provides users with better quietness and subjective experience during driving, and also makes the overall shape of the vehicle 1000 more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, when the side mirror 20 is not in use, it is controlled to retract into the vehicle body 200 for concealment, and when the side mirror 20 is in use, it is controlled to extend outward from the vehicle body 200 for display. This also provides the vehicle 1000 with greater styling design space and gives car development greater design freedom.

[0115] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, after the first motor module 50 controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend beyond the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000 in response to a first control command, the motor controller 40 acquires a second control command from the user and transmits the second control command to the first motor module 50. The first motor module 50, in response to the second control command, controls the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate, thereby adjusting the rotation angle of the exterior rearview mirror 20. And / or the motor controller 40 acquires a third control command from the user and transmits the third control command to the second motor module 60. The second motor module 60, in response to the third control command, pushes the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 direction, thereby controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 direction.

[0116] Specifically, the motor controller 40 is used to acquire the user's second control command and transmit the second control command to the first motor module 50; and / or the motor controller 40 acquires the user's third control command and transmits the third control command to the second motor module 60, including the following three cases: (1) the motor controller 40 acquires the user's second control command and transmits the second control command to the first motor module 50; (2) the motor controller 40 acquires the user's third control command and transmits the third control command to the second motor module 60; (3) the motor controller 40 acquires both the user's second and third control commands, transmits the second control command to the first motor module 50 and transmits the third control command to the second motor module 60.

[0117] Correspondingly, the first motor module 50 responds to the second control command by controlling the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror 20 to adjust its own rotation angle; and / or the second motor module 60 responds to the third control command by pushing the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200. The situations include the following three cases: (1) the first motor module 50 responds to the second control command by controlling the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror 20 to adjust its own rotation angle; (2) the second motor module 60 responds to the third control command by pushing the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200; (3) the first motor module 50 responds to the second control command by controlling the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror 20 to adjust its own rotation angle, and the second motor module 60 responds to the third control command by pushing the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200.

[0118] The following description uses the motor controller 40 to acquire the user's second and third control commands, and to transmit the second control command to the first motor module 50 and the third control command to the second motor module 60. The first motor module 50 responds to the second control command by controlling the rotation of the exterior rearview mirror 20 to adjust its own rotation angle, and the second motor module 60 responds to the third control command by pushing the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200, thereby controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200.

[0119] For example, when the exterior rearview mirror 20 extends beyond the vehicle body 200 of the vehicle 1000 and the user issues a second and third control command via control buttons or a voice system, the motor controller 40 first acquires the second and third control commands issued by the user and transmits the second control command to the first motor module 50 and the third control command to the second motor module 60. Then, the first motor module 50 responds to the second control command by controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate and adjust its rotation angle, and the second motor module 60 responds to the third control command by pushing the second link 72 and the third link 73 of the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth in the direction of the vehicle body 200, thereby causing the exterior rearview mirror 20 to move back and forth in the direction of the vehicle body 200.

[0120] Thus, when the motor controller 40 of the exterior rearview mirror structure 100 of this application receives a second control command from the user, it transmits the second control command to the first motor module 50. This causes the first motor module 50 to control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate and adjust its own rotation angle in response to the second control command. Therefore, the user can control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to rotate and adjust its own rotation angle according to usage conditions, allowing the user to better and more intuitively observe surrounding obstacles. Furthermore, when the motor controller 40 receives a third control command from the user, it transmits the third control command to the second motor module 60. This causes the second motor module 60 to push the linkage mechanism 70 to move back and forth along the vehicle body 200 in response to the third control command, thereby moving the exterior rearview mirror 20 back and forth along the vehicle body 200. Therefore, the user can freely adjust the position of the exterior rearview mirror 20 according to the needs of driving conditions, providing the user with a more suitable rearward observation field of vision.

[0121] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, the exterior rearview mirror structure 100 further includes a cleaning module 80 disposed in the body 200 of the vehicle 1000. A motor controller 40 is connected to the cleaning module 80. The motor controller 40 is also configured to acquire a fourth control command from the user and transmit the fourth control command to the cleaning module 80, which, in response to the fourth control command, cleans the exterior rearview mirror 20. And / or the motor controller 40 is also configured to acquire a fifth control command from the user and transmit the fifth control command to the cleaning module 80, which, in response to the fifth control command, dries the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0122] The cleaning module 80 is positioned flush with and close to the exterior rearview mirror 20 inside the body 200 of the vehicle 1000, so as to clean and dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 when it is inside the body 200 of the vehicle 1000.

[0123] Specifically, the motor controller 40 is used to acquire the user's fourth control command and transmit the fourth control command to the cleaning module 80; and / or the motor controller 40 is used to acquire the user's fifth control command and transmit the fifth control command to the cleaning module 80 in the following three cases: (1) the motor controller 40 is used to acquire the user's fourth control command and transmit the fourth control command to the cleaning module 80; (2) the motor controller 40 is used to acquire the user's fifth control command and transmit the fifth control command to the cleaning module 80; (3) the motor controller 40 is used to acquire both the user's fourth and fifth control commands and transmit both the fourth and fifth control commands to the cleaning module 80.

[0124] Correspondingly, the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth control command to clean the exterior rearview mirror 20; and / or the cleaning module 80 responds to the fifth control command to dry the exterior rearview mirror 20 in the following three cases: (1) the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth control command to clean the exterior rearview mirror 20; (2) the cleaning module 80 responds to the fifth control command to dry the exterior rearview mirror 20; (3) the cleaning module 80 responds to both the fourth and fifth control commands to clean and dry the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0125] The following description uses the motor controller 40 to acquire the user's fourth and fifth control commands and transmit them to the cleaning module 80, so that the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth and fifth control commands to clean and dry the exterior rearview mirror 20.

[0126] For example, when the exterior rearview mirror 20 is inside the body 200 of the vehicle 1000 and the user issues the fourth and fifth control commands, the motor controller 40 first acquires the user's fourth and fifth control commands and transmits them to the cleaning module 80. Then, the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth and fifth control commands and cleans the exterior rearview mirror 20, and dries the exterior rearview mirror 20 after it has been cleaned.

[0127] Thus, when the motor controller 40 of the exterior rearview mirror structure 100 of this application receives the fourth or fifth control command, it transmits the fourth or fifth control command to the cleaning module 80, so that the cleaning module 80 responds to the fourth or fifth control command to clean or dry the exterior rearview mirror 20, thereby avoiding the problem that the exterior rearview mirror 20 cannot provide a clear rear view for the user due to the dirt on the exterior rearview mirror 20 during use.

[0128] This application also provides a vehicle 1000. The vehicle 1000 includes a front memory 300 and a processor 400. The memory 300 stores a computer program, which, when executed by the processor 400, implements the control method described in the above embodiments. For the sake of brevity, it will not be described in detail here.

[0129] Thus, the vehicle 1000 of this application can obtain a first control command from the user and, in response to the first control command, control the exterior rearview mirror 20 to retract and extend inside and outside the vehicle body 200. When the exterior rearview mirror 20 is not in use, it is controlled to retract into the vehicle body 200 for concealment, thereby avoiding the problem of the exterior rearview mirror 20 protruding outward and increasing the wind resistance of the vehicle 1000, which would lead to increased energy consumption of the vehicle body 200. This provides the user with better quietness and subjective feeling during driving, and also makes the overall shape of the vehicle 1000 more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to retract into the vehicle body 200 for concealment when not in use, and controlling the exterior rearview mirror 20 to extend out of the vehicle body 200 for display when in use, can also provide the vehicle 1000 with greater design space and give the car development a greater degree of design freedom.

[0130] The above embodiments merely illustrate several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An exterior mirror structure of a vehicle, characterized by comprising: The outer rearview mirror structure comprises an outer rearview mirror and a motor controller, a first motor module, a second motor module and a linkage mechanism arranged in the vehicle body, the motor controller is connected with the first end of the first motor module, the second end of the first motor module is connected with the outer rearview mirror through the first linkage of the linkage mechanism, the second motor module is connected with the first linkage through the second linkage of the linkage mechanism, the third linkage is arranged between the first linkage and the second linkage, and the first linkage, the second linkage and the third linkage form a triangular structure; The motor controller is configured to obtain a first control instruction of a user and transmit the first control instruction to the first motor module and the second motor module; The first motor module is configured to control the first linkage to perform extension and retraction movement in response to the first control instruction, and the second motor module is configured to control the second linkage and the third linkage to perform extension and retraction movement along the first linkage in response to the first control instruction, so as to drive the outer rearview mirror to perform extension and retraction movement in and out of the vehicle body.

2. The vehicle exterior mirror structure according to claim 1, characterized by After the first motor module controls the outer rearview mirror to extend out of the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction, The motor controller is configured to obtain a second control instruction of a user and transmit the second control instruction to the first motor module; The first motor module is configured to control the outer rearview mirror to rotate in response to the second control instruction, so as to adjust the rotation angle of the outer rearview mirror itself; and / or The motor controller is configured to obtain a third control instruction of a user and transmit the third control instruction to the second motor module; The second motor module is configured to drive the linkage mechanism to move back and forth along the vehicle body in response to the third control instruction, so as to control the outer rearview mirror to move back and forth along the vehicle body.

3. The vehicle exterior mirror structure according to claim 1, characterized by The outer rearview mirror structure further comprises a cleaning module arranged in the vehicle body, and the motor controller is connected with the cleaning module; The motor controller is further configured to obtain a fourth control instruction of a user and transmit the fourth control instruction to the cleaning module; The cleaning module is configured to clean the outer rearview mirror in response to the fourth control instruction; and / or The motor controller is further configured to obtain a fifth control instruction of a user and transmit the fifth control instruction to the cleaning module; The cleaning module is configured to dry the outer rearview mirror in response to the fifth control instruction.

4. A control method of a vehicle outside mirror, characterized by, The method applied to the outer rearview mirror structure of the vehicle according to any one of claims 1-3, the method comprises: obtaining a first control instruction of a user and transmitting the first control instruction to the first motor module and the second motor module; controlling the outer rearview mirror to perform extension and retraction movement in and out of the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction; wherein the controlling the outer rearview mirror to perform extension and retraction movement in and out of the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction comprises: controlling the first linkage to perform extension and retraction movement in response to the first control instruction; ​ Simultaneously control the second link and the third link to perform telescopic movement along the first link, so as to drive the outside rearview mirror to perform telescopic movement in and out of the vehicle body.

5. The control method according to claim 4, characterized by, After the outside rearview mirror is controlled to extend out of the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction, the control method comprises: obtaining a second control instruction of a user; controlling the outside rearview mirror to rotate in response to the second control instruction, so as to adjust the rotation angle of the outside rearview mirror itself.

6. The control method according to claim 4, characterized by After the outside rearview mirror is controlled to extend out of the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction, the control method comprises: obtaining a third control instruction of a user; controlling the outside rearview mirror to move forward and backward along the vehicle body in response to the third control instruction.

7. The control method according to claim 4, characterized by, After the outside rearview mirror is controlled to retract into the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction, the control method further comprises: obtaining a fourth control instruction of a user; controlling the outside rearview mirror to be cleaned in response to the fourth control instruction.

8. The control method according to claim 7, characterized by After the outside rearview mirror is controlled to be cleaned in response to the fourth control instruction, the control method further comprises: obtaining a fifth control instruction of a user; controlling the outside rearview mirror to be dried in response to the fifth control instruction.

9. The control method according to claim 4, characterized by, After the outside rearview mirror is controlled to retract into the vehicle body in response to the first control instruction, the control method further comprises: obtaining a fourth control instruction and / or a fifth control instruction of a user when the vehicle is in a driving state; controlling the outside rearview mirror to be cleaned and / or dried in response to the fourth control instruction and / or the fifth control instruction.

10. A vehicle characterized by comprising: The vehicle further comprises a memory and a processor, and the memory stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by the processor, the control method of any one of claims 4-9 is realized.

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