Split fender and vehicle

By dividing the fender into an upper plate and a lower plate and adopting a process design that combines injection molding and stamping, the problems of processing accuracy and assembly difficulty are solved, and high-precision, low-cost maintenance and aesthetic effects are achieved.

CN116331362BActive Publication Date: 2025-09-16DONGFENG MOTOR GRP
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Application Number
CN202310407241.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-04-17
Publication Date
2025-09-16
Estimated Expiration
2043-04-17

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Technical Problem

In the existing technology, the fender is too large, resulting in poor processing accuracy, low structural strength, and difficulty in assembly and matching. It is difficult to form it through the stamping process, especially for models with sharp edges.

Method used

The fender is divided into an upper panel and a lower panel, each designed using different processes. The upper panel is injection molded, while the lower panel is stamped. The upper panel is detachably connected and the combined structure of the injection molded frame and the outer panel is used to improve the connection stability and aesthetics.

Benefits of technology

It improves the processing accuracy and assembly matching of the fender, reduces maintenance costs, enhances maintainability, improves the overall aesthetics and smoothness of the vehicle, and reduces baking deformation.

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Abstract

The present invention discloses a split fender and a vehicle, relating to the field of automotive technology. The fender comprises an upper plate and a lower plate that are spliced ​​together, the upper plate being used to connect to engine compartment components; the lower plate being used to connect to engine compartment components, with one end detachably connected to the upper plate and the other end extending toward the wheel. Furthermore, a vehicle including the fender is provided. By separating the fender into an upper plate and a lower plate, and connecting both to engine compartment components while enabling detachable connection, the fender solves problems such as reduced molding process requirements, poor dimensional accuracy, assembly and matching difficulties, and baking deformation. Furthermore, the split fender improves the maintainability of parts in the fender area, reducing maintenance costs and improving maintenance efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automobiles, and in particular to a split fender and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] With the development of the automotive industry, the overall design of vehicles is becoming increasingly diverse to cater to the aesthetic tastes of a wider range of consumers. As a crucial component of a vehicle's appearance, the fender's structure is crucial. A fender is an exterior panel that covers the wheels, named for its shape and position on older vehicles, which resembles a bird's wing. Based on their mounting location, they are divided into front and rear fenders. The front fender is mounted on the front wheel, ensuring maximum clearance for both rotation and oscillation.

[0003] Currently, for models with sharp edges, the Y-axis depth of the fender is too deep to be achieved through stamping. Furthermore, the upper fender ridges cannot be formed through stamping. This also leads to problems such as poor dimensional accuracy, difficulty in assembly and matching, and deformation during baking. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the defects existing in the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a split fender and a vehicle to solve the problem in the prior art that the fender is too large, resulting in poor processing accuracy and low structural strength.

[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0006] In one aspect, the present application provides a split fender, comprising:

[0007] an upper plate, which is used to connect with cabin parts;

[0008] The lower plate is used to connect with the cabin parts, and one end is detachably connected to the upper plate, and the other end extends toward the wheel.

[0009] In some optional embodiments, the upper plate includes:

[0010] An injection-molded frame, which is used to connect with the cabin parts and is detachably connected to the lower plate at the end near the wheel;

[0011] The outer plate is connected to the injection molded frame, and the end of the outer plate close to the lower plate abuts against the outer wall of the lower plate.

[0012] In some optional embodiments, the injection-molded frame includes a fitting section and an avoidance section. The fitting section is fitted with the outer panel. The avoidance section is bent toward the vehicle body and forms an avoidance space with the outer panel. A mounting seat is provided on the inner wall of the outer panel near the avoidance space. The inner panel and the outer panel are connected to each other through self-tapping screws and threaded cooperation with the mounting seat.

[0013] In some optional embodiments, the avoidance section of the injection-molded frame is further provided with a connecting portion bent toward the avoidance space, and the lower plate includes a connecting section and a main section. The connecting section is bent toward the vehicle body and overlaps with the connecting portion of the injection-molded frame, and is detachably connected by a snap.

[0014] In some optional embodiments, the end portion of the outer plate close to the lower plate is bent toward the avoidance space to form a bent section, and the bent section abuts against the lower plate.

[0015] In some optional embodiments, a transition section is further provided between the connecting section of the lower plate and the main body section. The transition section is arched upward relative to the connecting section and abuts against the end of the bending section.

[0016] In some optional embodiments, the ends of the bending section and the transition section that abut against each other are curved into the avoidance space.

[0017] In some optional embodiments, the outer panel is further provided with a collapse structure near the windshield.

[0018] In some optional embodiments, the thickness of the upper plate is 2.5 mm, and the thickness of the lower plate is 0.65 mm.

[0019] On the other hand, the present application also provides a vehicle comprising the above-mentioned split fender.

[0020] Compared with the existing technology, the advantages of the present invention are: by dividing the fender into an upper plate and a lower plate, and connecting the upper plate and the lower plate to the cabin parts, the upper plate and the lower plate are made detachable, thereby solving the problems of lowering the molding process requirements, improving poor dimensional accuracy, difficult assembly and matching, and baking deformation. In addition, after dividing into blocks, it is beneficial to improve the maintainability of parts in the fender area, reduce maintenance costs, and improve maintenance efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of a split fender of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the cross section in the AA direction;

[0024] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Explosion diagram of

[0025] Figure 4 The figure is a schematic diagram of the assembly of a split fender of the present invention.

[0026] In the figure: 1. Upper plate; 10. Avoidance space; 11. Injection-molded frame; 111. Fitting section; 112. Avoidance section; 12. Outer plate; 13. Self-tapping screw; 14. Buckle; 2. Lower plate; 21. Connecting section; 22. Main section; 23. Transition section; 3. Blind rivet; 4. First bolt; 5. Second bolt; 6. Third bolt; 7. Fourth bolt; 8. Fifth bolt; 9. Collapse structure. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of this application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0028] The embodiments of the present invention are further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] On the one hand, if Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the present application provides a split fender, including an upper plate 1 and a lower plate 2 spliced ​​together, the upper plate 1 is used to connect with the cabin parts; the lower plate 2 is used to connect with the cabin parts, and one end is detachably connected to the above-mentioned upper plate 1, and the other end extends toward the wheel direction.

[0030] As mentioned in the background technology, during the vehicle development process, due to the hard-core style requirements of the vehicle model, such as a small hood, large fenders, and sharp edges, the fender shape is different from that of conventional models. When the oversized fender is too deep in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body, it is difficult to achieve it through the stamping process, and the upper shape of the fender ridges cannot be formed by stamping. Therefore, in order to reduce the molding process requirements, improve the dimensional accuracy, and solve the problems of assembly matching difficulties and baking deformation, the fender is split into an upper plate 1 and a lower plate 2. The two plates are designed separately according to different process requirements and styling requirements. After the upper plate 1 and the lower plate 2 are connected to the cabin parts, the upper plate 1 and the lower plate 2 are detachably connected. This arrangement can also improve the maintainability of the vehicle. For local damage, the independent upper plate 1 or lower plate 2 can be replaced or repaired, reducing maintenance costs and improving maintenance efficiency.

[0031] In some optional embodiments, the upper plate 1 includes an injection molded frame 11 and an outer panel 12, the injection molded frame 11 is used to connect with the cabin parts, and the end near the wheel is detachably connected to the lower plate 2; the outer panel 12 is connected to the injection molded frame 11, and the end of the outer panel 12 near the lower plate 2 abuts against the outer wall of the lower plate 2.

[0032] Understandably, because the upper panel 1's styling features change dramatically, stamping is not suitable. In this example, both the injection-molded frame 11 and outer panels 12 of the upper panel 1 can be injection-molded to meet diverse design requirements. The lower panel 2, on the other hand, has a simpler shape and can be made of sheet metal using a stamping process. Bolts connect the lower panel 2 to the cabin components, improving its structural rigidity and connection stability.

[0033] In this example, the outer panel 12 is designed to match the vehicle's styling. To ensure sufficient structural rigidity and deformation resistance, an injection-molded frame 11 is placed between the outer panel and the cabin components to enhance its support. The lower panel 2 is detachably connected to the injection-molded frame 11 and abuts against the end of the outer panel 12. This not only improves the connection stability between the upper and lower panels, but also ensures a cohesive appearance after the two panels are joined.

[0034] The upper plate 1 is configured as two parts including an injection-molded frame 11 and an outer plate 12 , so that the injection-molded frame 11 is installed on the vehicle body in accordance with the shape, and the outer plate 12 is injection-molded in accordance with the shape, thereby improving versatility.

[0035] In some optional embodiments, the injection molded skeleton 11 includes a fitting section 111 and an avoidance section 112. The fitting section 111 is fitted with the outer panel 12. The avoidance section 112 is bent toward the vehicle body and forms an avoidance space 10 with the outer panel 12. The outer panel 12 is provided with a mounting seat near the inner wall of the avoidance space 10. The injection molded skeleton 11 and the outer panel 12 are threadedly connected to the mounting seat through self-tapping screws 13.

[0036] It is understandable that the stability of the connection between the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 needs to be ensured to avoid abnormal noise between the outer panel 12 and the injection molded frame 11 during driving of the vehicle, or uneven support of the injection molded frame 11 on the outer panel 12, which causes the outer panel 12 to be easily deformed when it is hit by external force. Therefore, in addition to fitting the outer panel 12 and the injection molded frame 11 tightly at the fitting section 111, and connecting the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 to each other at the ends away from the lower plate 2 through the blind rivets 3, the present application also connects them at the other end through self-tapping screws 13. The injection molded frame 11 is bent toward the vehicle body to provide an escape space for the mounting seat on the outer panel 12, and the self-tapping screws 13 pass through the escape section 112 of the injection molded frame 11 and cooperate with the mounting seat thread.

[0037] By utilizing the self-tapping screws 13 and the mounting seat in the avoidance space 10 for connection, the connection stiffness is improved, and at the same time, the connection point between the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 is not visible from the exterior of the vehicle body, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

[0038] In this example, the upper ends of the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 are also bent toward the vehicle body, and the blind rivets 3 are connected to the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 at the bending point close to the vehicle body, thereby hiding the connection point inside the vehicle body and improving the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

[0039] In some optional embodiments, the avoidance section 112 of the injection molded skeleton 11 is also provided with a connecting portion bent toward the avoidance space 10, and the lower plate 2 includes a connecting section 21 and a main section 22. The connecting section 21 is bent toward the vehicle body and overlaps with the connecting portion of the injection molded skeleton 11, and is detachably connected by a snap 14.

[0040] In this example, the connection portion of the injection molded frame 11 is at right angles to the avoidance section 112 and overlaps with the connection section 21 of the lower plate 2 . The connection section 21 is located below the connection portion of the injection molded frame 11 .

[0041] Preferably, a gasket is provided between the connecting section 21 and the connecting portion of the injection molded frame 11 , and the buckle 14 passes through the connecting portion of the injection molded frame 11 , the gasket and the connecting section 21 to connect the injection molded frame 11 and the lower plate 2 .

[0042] This makes it easier to install and disassemble the lower plate 2 and the injection-molded frame 11. At the same time, since the injection-molded frame 11 is a plastic plate and the lower plate 2 is a metal plate, adding a gasket and using a snap-fit ​​connection can improve the stability of the connection.

[0043] In some optional embodiments, the end portion of the outer plate 12 close to the lower plate 2 is bent toward the avoidance space 10 to form a bent section, and the bent section abuts against the lower plate 2 .

[0044] It can be understood that, compared to the outer panel 12's end abutting against the lower panel 2, the provision of a bent section improves the integrity of the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2 when spliced ​​together, avoiding the appearance of a truncated surface at the joint between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, which would affect the overall aesthetics of the fender and improve the smoothness of the vehicle's exterior. It can also be used to create desired sharp edges at the joint between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, in accordance with the vehicle's styling design. Especially after the topcoat sprayer has been applied, the curved section's arcuate shape prevents scratches and wear during assembly of the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, and does not require high assembly precision.

[0045] In some optional embodiments, a transition section 23 is further provided between the connecting section 21 of the lower plate 2 and the main section 22. The transition section 23 is arched upward relative to the connecting section 21 and abuts against the end of the bending section.

[0046] To further enhance the fit between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, and to improve the stability of the connection between the lower panel 2, the injection-molded frame 11, and the outer panel 12, the transition section 23 is arched upward relative to the connecting section 21, and smoothly transitions into the main section 22. This arrangement also has the advantage that when the outer panel 12 is impacted, the arch of the transition section 23 can provide a certain amount of support for the outer panel 12. Compared with the situation without the transition section, the relative stability between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2 is poorer.

[0047] In some optional embodiments, the end portion where the bending section abuts against the transition section 23 is curved in an arc shape toward the avoidance space.

[0048] The advantage of such a setting is that by bending toward the avoidance space, the splicing between the outer plate 12 and the lower plate 2 can be made smoother, forming an integrated overall shape.

[0049] In some optional embodiments, the outer panel 12 is further provided with a collapse structure 9 near the windshield.

[0050] It can be understood that the outer panel 12 is close to the windshield, which is an area that is prone to collision with pedestrians during vehicle driving. Therefore, the characteristics of the outer panel 12 using the injection molding process can also be utilized to design a crush structure 9 in this collision area. When the outer panel 12 collides with a pedestrian, the impact load is absorbed by the crush structure 9 to reduce the damage to the pedestrian.

[0051] In some optional embodiments, the thickness of the upper plate 1 is 2.5 mm, and the thickness of the lower plate 2 is 0.65 mm.

[0052] In this example, the upper plate 1 is not suitable for stamping due to the rapid changes in its shape features, so PP+GF30 material is injection molded to achieve the shape intention, and the thickness is preferably 2.5mm; the shape surface of the lower plate 2 has a smooth transition, so DX56D+Z (50 / 50) material is stamped and formed, and the thickness is preferably 0.65mm.

[0053] On the other hand, the present application also provides a vehicle comprising the above-mentioned split fender.

[0054] Specifically, the split fender includes an upper plate 1 and a lower plate 2. The upper plate 1 is connected to the cabin parts, and the lower plate 2 is connected to the cabin parts. One end of the lower plate is detachably connected to the upper plate 1, and the other end extends toward the wheel direction.

[0055] The fender is split into an upper panel 1 and a lower panel 2, each designed to meet different process and styling requirements. After both panels are connected to the engine compartment components, they are removably connected. This arrangement also improves vehicle maintainability. Localized damage can be replaced or repaired independently of either panel 1 or 2, reducing repair costs and improving efficiency. It also reduces the precision requirements for mounting the upper and lower panels 1 and 2 on other vehicle structures, thus lowering the processing requirements.

[0056] In some optional embodiments, the upper plate 1 includes an injection molded frame 11 and an outer panel 12, the injection molded frame 11 is used to connect with the cabin parts, and the end near the wheel is detachably connected to the lower plate 2; the outer panel 12 is connected to the injection molded frame 11, and the end of the outer panel 12 near the lower plate 2 abuts against the outer wall of the lower plate 2.

[0057] Understandably, because the upper panel 1's styling features change dramatically, stamping is not suitable. In this example, both the injection-molded frame 11 and outer panels 12 of the upper panel 1 can be injection-molded to meet diverse design requirements. The lower panel 2, on the other hand, has a simpler shape and can be made of sheet metal using a stamping process. Bolts connect the lower panel 2 to the cabin components, improving its structural rigidity and connection stability.

[0058] In this example, the outer panel 12 is designed to match the vehicle's styling. To ensure sufficient structural rigidity and deformation resistance, an injection-molded frame 11 is placed between the outer panel and the cabin components to enhance its support. The lower panel 2 is detachably connected to the injection-molded frame 11 and abuts against the end of the outer panel 12. This not only improves the connection stability between the upper and lower panels, but also ensures a cohesive appearance after the two panels are joined.

[0059] The upper plate 1 is configured as two parts including an injection-molded frame 11 and an outer plate 12 , so that the injection-molded frame 11 is installed on the vehicle body in accordance with the shape, and the outer plate 12 is injection-molded in accordance with the shape, thereby improving versatility.

[0060] In some optional embodiments, the injection molded skeleton 11 includes a fitting section 111 and an avoidance section 112. The fitting section 111 is fitted with the outer panel 12. The avoidance section 112 is bent toward the vehicle body and forms an avoidance space 10 with the outer panel 12. The outer panel 12 is provided with a mounting seat near the inner wall of the avoidance space 10. The injection molded skeleton 11 and the outer panel 12 are threadedly connected to the mounting seat through self-tapping screws 13.

[0061] It is understandable that the stability of the connection between the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 needs to be ensured to avoid abnormal noise between the outer panel 12 and the injection molded frame 11 during driving of the vehicle, or uneven support of the injection molded frame 11 on the outer panel 12, which causes the outer panel 12 to be easily deformed when it is hit by external force. Therefore, in addition to the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 being connected to each other by the blind rivet 3 at the end away from the lower plate 2, the present application also connects them at the other end by a self-tapping screw 13. The injection molded frame 11 is bent toward the vehicle body to provide an escape space for the mounting seat on the outer panel 12. The self-tapping screw 13 passes through the escape section 112 of the injection molded frame 11 and cooperates with the thread of the mounting seat.

[0062] By utilizing the self-tapping screws 13 and the mounting seat in the avoidance space 10 for connection, the connection stiffness is improved, and at the same time, the connection point between the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 is not visible from the exterior of the vehicle body, thereby improving the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

[0063] In this example, the upper ends of the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 are also bent toward the vehicle body, and the blind rivets 3 are connected to the injection molded frame 11 and the outer panel 12 at the bending point close to the vehicle body, thereby hiding the connection point inside the vehicle body and improving the overall aesthetics of the vehicle.

[0064] In some optional embodiments, the avoidance section 112 of the injection molded skeleton 11 is also provided with a connecting portion bent toward the avoidance space 10, and the lower plate 2 includes a connecting section 21 and a main section 22. The connecting section 21 is bent toward the vehicle body and overlaps with the connecting portion of the injection molded skeleton 11, and is detachably connected by a snap 14.

[0065] In this example, the connection portion of the injection molded frame 11 is at right angles to the avoidance section 112 and overlaps with the connection section 21 of the lower plate 2 . The connection section 21 is located below the connection portion of the injection molded frame 11 .

[0066] Preferably, a gasket is provided between the connecting section 21 and the connecting portion of the injection molded frame 11 , and the buckle 14 passes through the connecting portion of the injection molded frame 11 , the gasket and the connecting section 21 to connect the injection molded frame 11 and the lower plate 2 .

[0067] This makes it easier to install and disassemble the lower plate 2 and the injection-molded frame 11. At the same time, since the injection-molded frame 11 is a plastic plate and the lower plate 2 is a metal plate, adding a gasket and using a snap-fit ​​connection can improve the stability of the connection.

[0068] In some optional embodiments, the end portion of the outer plate 12 close to the lower plate 2 is bent toward the avoidance space 10 to form a bent section, and the bent section abuts against the lower plate 2 .

[0069] It can be understood that, compared to the outer panel 12's end abutting against the lower panel 2, the provision of a bent section improves the integrity of the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2 when spliced ​​together, avoiding the appearance of a truncated surface at the joint between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, which would affect the overall aesthetics of the fender, and improving the overall smoothness of the appearance. It can also be used to form a desired sharp edge at the joint between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2 to match the vehicle's styling design. Especially after the topcoat sprayer is baked, the curved configuration of the bent section can prevent scratches and wear during the assembly of the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, and does not require high assembly precision.

[0070] In some optional embodiments, a transition section 23 is further provided between the connecting section 21 of the lower plate 2 and the main section 22. The transition section 23 is arched upward relative to the connecting section 21 and abuts against the end of the bending section.

[0071] To further enhance the fit between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2, and to improve the stability of the connection between the lower panel 2, the injection-molded frame 11, and the outer panel 12, the transition section 23 is arched upward relative to the connecting section 21, and smoothly transitions into the main section 22. This arrangement also has the advantage that when the outer panel 12 is impacted, the arch of the transition section 23 can provide a certain amount of support for the outer panel 12. Compared with the situation without the transition section, the relative stability between the outer panel 12 and the lower panel 2 is poorer.

[0072] In some optional embodiments, the end portion where the bending section abuts against the transition section 23 is curved in an arc shape toward the avoidance space.

[0073] The advantage of such a setting is that by bending toward the avoidance space, the splicing between the outer plate 12 and the lower plate 2 can be made smoother, forming an integrated overall shape.

[0074] In some optional embodiments, the outer panel 12 is further provided with a collapse structure 9 near the windshield.

[0075] It can be understood that the outer panel 12 is close to the windshield, which is an area that is prone to collision with pedestrians during vehicle driving. Therefore, the characteristics of the outer panel 12 using the injection molding process can also be utilized to design a crush structure 9 in this collision area. When the outer panel 12 collides with a pedestrian, the impact load is absorbed by the crush structure 9 to reduce the damage to the pedestrian.

[0076] In some optional embodiments, the thickness of the upper plate 1 is 2.5 mm, and the thickness of the lower plate 2 is 0.65 mm.

[0077] In this example, the upper plate 1 is not suitable for stamping due to the rapid changes in its shape features, so PP+GF30 material is injection molded to achieve the shape intention, and the thickness is preferably 2.5mm; the shape surface of the lower plate 2 has a smooth transition, so DX56D+Z (50 / 50) material is stamped and formed, and the thickness is preferably 0.65mm.

[0078] During the specific processing and installation, the injection molded skeleton 11 is first connected to the cabin parts, and then the outer panel 12 is sprayed with topcoat and baked, and then the injection molded parts assembly of the upper plate 1 is completed at the assembly and subassembly station with the injection molded skeleton 11 through blind rivets 3 and self-tapping screws 13.

[0079] The lower panel 2 consists of an upper seam area near the roof, a front seal seam area near the front door, and a lower seam area near the A-pillar. During assembly, the upper seam area is connected to the vehicle's engine compartment components via five first bolts 4; the front door seam area is connected to the A-pillar via one second bolt 5; the lower seam area is connected to the lower portion of the A-pillar via two third bolts 6, and the front portion is connected to the engine compartment components via two fourth bolts 7. This connection allows the lower panel 2 to be assembled with the vehicle body at the welding station and then enter the final assembly line after undergoing electrophoresis, painting, and baking along with the body-in-white.

[0080] On the final assembly line, the injection molded frame 11 is clamped to the lower plate 2 through the clips 14 according to the specific workstations of the final assembly process; the upper part of the injection molded frame 11 is connected to the cabin parts through four fifth bolts 8; at this point, the entire fender assembly is assembled.

[0081] The split fender of the present invention is divided into an upper plate and a lower plate, and the two plates are designed separately according to different process requirements and modeling requirements, which can improve the maintainability of the vehicle, reduce the molding process requirements, improve the dimensional accuracy, and solve the problems of assembly matching difficulties and baking deformation; the upper plate includes an injection-molded frame and an outer plate, so that the injection-molded frame is installed on the vehicle body according to the shape, and the outer plate is injection-molded according to the shape, thereby improving versatility; the outer plate and the injection-molded frame are tightly fitted in the fitting section, and the avoidance section is bent toward the vehicle body, and an avoidance space is formed with the above-mentioned outer plate for the mounting seat and the self-tapping screw thread to cooperate, so as to improve the connection stiffness and improve the appearance of the vehicle body. No connection point can be seen on the top, which improves the overall aesthetics of the vehicle; a bent section is provided at the end where the outer panel and the lower panel abut each other, so that the outer panel and the lower panel can have better integrity when spliced, and the smoothness of the vehicle body appearance is improved, especially after baking in the topcoat sprayer, the arc-shaped setting of the bent section can avoid scratches and wear when the outer panel and the lower panel are assembled, and the precision of the assembly is not required to be high; the transition section of the lower panel is arched upward to make the splicing fit between the outer panel and the lower panel higher and improve the connection stability; taking advantage of the characteristics of the injection molding process of the outer panel, a collapse structure is also provided near the windshield to absorb impact loads to reduce damage to pedestrians.

[0082] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper" and "lower" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on this application. Unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be internal communication between two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0083] It should be noted that, in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "include", "comprise" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device comprising a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "comprising a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device comprising the element.

[0084] The foregoing is merely a list of specific embodiments of the present application, intended to enable those skilled in the art to understand or implement the present application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present application. Therefore, the present application is not limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is intended to conform to the broadest scope consistent with the principles and novel features of the present application.

Claims

1. A split fender, characterized in that: include: An upper plate (1) for connecting with cabin components; A lower plate (2) is used for connecting to cabin parts, one end of which is detachably connected to the upper plate (1) and the other end of which extends toward the wheel; The upper plate (1) comprises: an injection-molded frame (11) for connecting to cabin parts, and an end portion close to the wheel being detachably connected to the lower plate (2); an outer plate (12) connected to the injection-molded frame (11), and an end portion of the outer plate (12) close to the lower plate (2) abutting against an outer wall of the lower plate (2); The injection molded frame (11) includes a fitting section (111) and an avoidance section (112), wherein the fitting section (111) is fitted with the outer panel (12), the avoidance section (112) is bent toward the vehicle body and forms an avoidance space (10) with the outer panel (12), and a mounting seat is provided on the inner wall of the outer panel (12) close to the avoidance space (10), and the injection molded frame (11) and the outer panel (12) are threadedly connected to the mounting seat via self-tapping screws (13); The avoidance section (112) of the injection molded frame (11) is further provided with a connection portion bent toward the avoidance space (10); the lower plate (2) comprises a connection section (21) and a main section (22); the connection section (21) is bent toward the vehicle body and overlaps with the connection section of the injection molded frame (11), and is detachably connected via a buckle (14); A gasket is provided between the connecting section (21) and the connecting portion of the injection molded frame (11), and the buckle (14) passes through the connecting portion of the injection molded frame (11), the gasket, and the connecting section (21) to connect the injection molded frame (11) and the lower plate (2).

2. The split fender according to claim 1, wherein: The end portion of the outer plate (12) close to the lower plate (2) is bent toward the avoidance space (10) to form a bent section, and the bent section abuts against the lower plate (2).

3. The split fender according to claim 2, wherein: A transition section (23) is further provided between the connecting section (21) of the lower plate (2) and the main section (22); the transition section (23) arches upward relative to the connecting section (21) and abuts against the end of the bent section.

4. The split fender according to claim 3, characterized in that: The end portion where the bending section and the transition section (23) abut against each other is curved in an arc shape toward the avoidance space.

5. The split fender according to claim 1, wherein: The outer plate (12) is also provided with a collapse structure near the windshield.

6. The split fender according to claim 1, wherein: The thickness of the upper plate (1) is 2.5 mm, and the thickness of the lower plate (2) is 0.65 mm.

7. A vehicle, characterized in that: It comprises a split fender as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

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