An enhanced oil pan

Abstract

This invention discloses an enhanced oil pan, comprising a U-shaped inner shell, a U-shaped outer shell, reinforcing ribs, a cross-shaped reinforcing frame, a support frame, an intelligent detection system, an oil temperature control system, and an oil filtration system. This invention solves the significant deficiencies in current oil pans regarding shape design, oil temperature control, intelligent detection, and oil filtration. By designing the shape as a double-layered U-shaped wave, the rigidity and strength of the oil pan are increased. Simultaneously, the wave shape reduces wind resistance on the oil pan surface, lowering the vehicle's air resistance. The oil temperature control system provides more precise oil temperature control, thereby improving the mechanical performance of the oil pan and even the entire vehicle. The intelligent detection system achieves a higher level of automation and intelligence. The oil filtration system thoroughly filters out impurities from the oil, ensuring the purity and stability of the oil. Therefore, this invention has significant market potential.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of automotive parts technology, and in particular to an enhanced oil pan. Background Technology

[0002] The oil pan is a crucial component of the engine lubrication system. While current automotive oil pans are constantly being optimized, several shortcomings remain. First, existing oil pans are typically flat, resulting in significant wind resistance and increased air resistance in the vehicle. Furthermore, their low rigidity and strength make them prone to cracking under vibration. Second, oil temperature control often relies on passive cooling, which only meets basic cooling requirements and fails to maintain the oil temperature within a suitable range. Third, many existing automotive oil pans lack high-precision intelligent detection functions, making it difficult to detect abnormal conditions in the oil system. Finally, many automotive oil pans have inadequate filtration systems, failing to effectively filter out fine particles and impurities, leading to a high level of contaminants in the lubricating oil and impacting engine performance and lifespan. Therefore, we should overcome these shortcomings and innovate and upgrade the oil pan to improve its performance and reliability. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In order to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides an enhanced oil pan.

[0004] The technical solution of this invention is implemented as follows:

[0005] An enhanced oil pan includes a U-shaped inner shell with an oil suction pipe installed inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell. Reinforcing ribs are welded to the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell, and cross-shaped reinforcing frames are welded to the reinforcing ribs. Support frames are installed on the reinforcing ribs extending outward from the U-shaped inner shell. The U-shaped inner shell is connected to the U-shaped outer shell through the support frames. The outer surface of the U-shaped outer shell is designed with a wave shape. The U-shaped inner shell integrates an intelligent detection system, an oil temperature control system, and an oil filtration system. An oil drain port is provided at the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell.

[0006] The top of the U-shaped inner shell is fitted with a fixing plate that is equidistantly spaced around the perimeter by welding. The other end of the fixing plate is connected to the top of the U-shaped outer shell by bolts.

[0007] There are four sets of reinforcing ribs, which are circumferentially and longitudinally arranged in the U-shaped inner shell cavity. The support frame is preferably installed on each set of reinforcing ribs in three groups.

[0008] The oil extraction tube extends upward from the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell, passes through the center of the cross-shaped reinforcing frame, and then connects to the external oil pump.

[0009] The intelligent detection system includes a sensor slot, a pressure sensor, and an oil quality sensor. The sensor slots are circumferentially and equidistantly arranged on the upper, middle, and lower middle sections of the U-shaped inner shell. The pressure sensor is installed in the sensor slot in the upper part of the U-shaped inner shell, and the oil quality sensor is installed in the sensor slot in the lower middle section of the U-shaped inner shell.

[0010] The oil temperature control system includes an oil temperature sensor, a heat sink, a heating rod, and a controller. The oil temperature sensor is circumferentially and equidistantly installed in a sensor slot located in the middle of the U-shaped inner shell. The heat sink is fitted to the left and right sides of the support frame. The heating rod is circumferentially and equidistantly fixed to the shell in the middle of the U-shaped inner shell by bolts. The controller is embedded in the lower shell of the U-shaped inner shell.

[0011] The oil filtration system includes an oil filter, a spiral disc sedimentation chamber, and a magnetic sealing plug. The oil filter is bolted to the oil extraction pipe inlet. The spiral disc sedimentation chamber includes a shaft, a spiral disc, and a sedimentation chamber. The magnetic sealing plug is located on the drain port.

[0012] The oil filter includes a frame and a filter screen, and the shaft and spiral disc are both located inside the oil filter.

[0013] The sedimentation chamber is fixed to the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell by bolts, and the sedimentation chamber is fixedly connected to the oil extraction pipe by an oil filter.

[0014] A motor slot is provided above the oil filter, and a motor is installed inside the motor slot.

[0015] This invention solves the significant deficiencies in current oil pan designs regarding shape, oil temperature control, intelligent detection, and oil filtration. By designing the oil pan with a double-layered U-shaped wave shape, its rigidity and strength are increased. Simultaneously, the wave shape reduces wind resistance on the oil pan surface, lowering the vehicle's air resistance. The oil temperature control system provides more precise temperature control, thereby improving the mechanical performance of the oil pan and even the entire vehicle. The intelligent detection system achieves a higher level of automation and intelligence. The oil filtration system thoroughly filters out impurities from the oil, ensuring its purity and stability. Therefore, this invention has significant market potential. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a top view of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the heat sink structure of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the oil filtration system of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the spiral rotating disc sedimentation chamber of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the oil filter of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 7 This is a top view of the sedimentation chamber of the present invention.

[0023] 1-U-shaped inner shell; 2-Oil suction pipe; 3-Reinforcing rib; 4-Cross reinforcing frame; 5-Support frame; 6-U-shaped outer shell; 7-Intelligent detection system; 8-Oil temperature control system; 9-Oil filtration system; 10-Oil drain port; 11-Fixing plate; 12-Sensor slot; 13-Pressure sensor; 14-Oil quality sensor; 15-Oil temperature sensor; 16-Heat sink; 17-Heating rod; 18-Controller; 19-Oil filter; 20-Spiral rotary sedimentation chamber; 21-Magnetic sealing plug; 22-Shaft; 23-Spiral rotary disc; 24-Sedimentation chamber; 25-Frame; 26-Filter screen; 27-Motor slot. Detailed Implementation

[0024] like Figure 1-7 As shown, an enhanced oil pan includes:

[0025] An enhanced oil pan includes a U-shaped inner shell 1 for holding oil. An oil extraction pipe 2 is installed inside the U-shaped inner shell 1 to transport the oil to an oil pump. Reinforcing ribs 3 are welded onto the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell 1 to increase its structural strength. Cross-shaped reinforcing frames 4 are welded onto the reinforcing ribs 3 to increase the structural stability of the U-shaped inner shell 1. Support frames 5 extend from the reinforcing ribs 3 to the outside of the U-shaped inner shell 1, connecting the U-shaped inner shell 1 to a U-shaped outer shell 6 via the support frames 5. The support frames 5 connect the U-shaped inner shell 1 and the U-shaped outer shell 6. The outer surface of the U-shaped outer shell 6 is designed with a wavy shape. The wavy shape increases overall rigidity and strength while reducing surface wind resistance and lowering vehicle air resistance. The U-shaped outer shell 6 protects the U-shaped inner shell 1 and increases overall strength and rigidity. The U-shaped inner shell 1 integrates an intelligent detection system 7, an oil temperature control system 8, and an oil filtration system 9. The intelligent detection system 7 detects and provides real-time feedback on the pressure of the U-shaped inner shell 1 and parameters such as oil viscosity, acid value, and carbon black content. The oil temperature control system 8 controls the oil temperature within a suitable range. The oil filtration system 9 filters various impurities in the oil more thoroughly. An oil drain port 10 is provided at the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell 1 for draining oil and periodically cleaning settled impurities.

[0026] The top of the U-shaped inner shell 1 is provided with a fixing plate 11 circumferentially equidistantly welded. The other end of the fixing plate 11 is connected to the top of the U-shaped outer shell 6 by bolts. The fixing plate 11 serves to connect and fix the U-shaped inner shell 1 and the U-shaped outer shell 6 and to increase the overall structural strength and rigidity.

[0027] The reinforcing ribs 3 are in four groups, arranged longitudinally and equidistantly in the U-shaped inner shell 1 cavity. The support frame 5 is installed on each group of reinforcing ribs 3, preferably three in total. The support frame 5 is fixed to the reinforcing ribs 3 by welding.

[0028] The oil extraction pipe 2 extends upward from the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell 1, passes through the center of the cross-shaped reinforcing frame 4, and then connects to the external oil pump.

[0029] The intelligent detection system 7 includes a sensor slot 12, a pressure sensor 13, and an oil quality sensor 14. The sensor slot 12 prevents oil and water from directly immersing the sensor and affecting its performance. The sensor slot 12 is circumferentially and equidistantly arranged on the upper, middle, and lower middle parts of the U-shaped inner shell 1. The pressure sensor 13 is used to detect the pressure parameters of the U-shaped inner shell 1 and the oil. The pressure sensor 13 is installed in the sensor slot 12 at the upper part of the U-shaped inner shell 1. The oil quality sensor 14 is used to detect parameters such as the viscosity, acid value, and carbon black content of the oil. The oil quality sensor 14 is installed in the sensor slot 12 at the lower middle part of the U-shaped inner shell 1.

[0030] The oil temperature control system 8 includes an oil temperature sensor 15, a heat sink 16, a heating rod 17, and a controller 18. The oil temperature sensor 15 is used to monitor the real-time temperature of the oil. The oil temperature sensor 15 is circumferentially and equidistantly installed in the sensor slot 12 located in the middle of the U-shaped inner shell 1. The heat sink 16 is used for heat dissipation and cooling. The heat sink 16 is fitted to the left and right sides of the support frame 5. The heating rod 17 is used for heating and raising the temperature. The heating rod 17 is circumferentially and equidistantly fixed to the shell in the middle of the U-shaped inner shell 1 by bolts. The controller 18 is used to set, receive, and feedback temperature information. The controller 18 is embedded in the lower shell of the U-shaped inner shell 1.

[0031] The oil filtration system 9 includes an oil filter 19, a spiral disc sedimentation chamber 20, and a magnetic sealing plug 21. The oil filter 19 is used to filter impurities and is bolted to the inlet of the oil extraction pipe 2. The spiral disc sedimentation chamber 20 uses centrifugal force to shake off and settle larger particles. The spiral disc sedimentation chamber 20 includes a shaft 22, a spiral disc 23, and a sedimentation chamber 24. The spiral disc 23 rotates around the shaft 22 to push impurities in the oil to the outer edge of the sedimentation chamber 24 and settle there. The sedimentation chamber 24 is composed of a circular top plate and vertical support structure and is located directly above the drain port 10. Due to gravity, all deposited impurities will collect in the sedimentation chamber 24. The magnetic sealing plug 21 is located on the drain port 10 and is used to adsorb metallic impurities in the oil.

[0032] The oil filter 19 includes a frame 25 and a filter screen 26. The frame 25 supports the filter screen 26, which filters out dirt and impurities in the oil. The shaft 22 and the spiral disc 23 are both located inside the oil filter 19.

[0033] The sedimentation chamber 24 is fixed to the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell 1 by bolts, and the sedimentation chamber 24 is fixedly connected to the oil extraction pipe 2 by the oil filter 19.

[0034] A motor slot 27 is provided above the oil filter 19, and a motor is installed inside the motor slot 27. The motor slot 27 is waterproof and oilproof, and the motor provides power to the spiral turntable 23. Example

[0035] An enhanced oil pan includes a U-shaped inner shell 1, an oil suction pipe 2 disposed inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell 1, reinforcing ribs 3 welded together inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell 1, cross reinforcing frames 4 welded together on the reinforcing ribs 3, and support frames 5 installed on the reinforcing ribs 3 extending outward from the U-shaped inner shell 1. The U-shaped inner shell 1 is connected to a U-shaped outer shell 6 through the support frames 5. The outer surface of the U-shaped outer shell 6 is designed with a wave shape. The U-shaped inner shell 1 integrates an intelligent detection system 7, an oil temperature control system 8, and an oil filtration system 9. An oil drain port 10 is provided at the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell 1.

[0036] When the car is driving in an environment with high external temperatures, the working process of this invention is as follows:

[0037] The oil is stored in the U-shaped inner shell 1, with a pre-set suitable oil temperature range. The controller 18 receives and records the information. During driving, when encountering bumpy road sections, the supporting structures such as the reinforcing ribs 3, support frame 5, and cross reinforcement frame 4 can resist the impact caused by external forces. The intelligent detection system 7 feeds back parameters such as the pressure of the U-shaped inner shell 1 and the viscosity, acid value, and carbon black content of the oil to the vehicle's manager in real time. Once abnormal data is detected, an alarm is immediately issued. The oil temperature control system 8 constantly monitors the real-time temperature of the oil, and the heat sink 16 is also in operation, continuously transferring the high temperature in the U-shaped inner shell 1 to the engine. In the gap between the U-shaped inner shell 1 and the U-shaped outer shell 6, heat is carried away by air, keeping the temperature in the U-shaped inner shell 1 within a safe range. During continuous driving, the oil in the U-shaped inner shell 1 is sent to the oil pump through the oil extraction pipe 2. When the oil flows to the oil filter 19, it is initially filtered by the filter screen 26. The rotating spiral disc 23 uses centrifugal force to throw off heavier impurities and particulate matter and settle them into the sedimentation chamber 24. The magnetic sealing plug 21 located directly below the sedimentation chamber 24 firmly adsorbs the metal particles in the sediment. The sediment in the sedimentation chamber 24 can be cleaned periodically through the drain port 10. Example

[0038] An enhanced oil pan includes a U-shaped inner shell 1, an oil suction pipe 2 disposed inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell 1, reinforcing ribs 3 welded together inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell 1, cross reinforcing frames 4 welded together on the reinforcing ribs 3, and support frames 5 installed on the reinforcing ribs 3 extending outward from the U-shaped inner shell 1. The U-shaped inner shell 1 is connected to a U-shaped outer shell 6 through the support frames 5. The outer surface of the U-shaped outer shell 6 is designed with a wave shape. The U-shaped inner shell 1 integrates an intelligent detection system 7, an oil temperature control system 8, and an oil filtration system 9. An oil drain port 10 is provided at the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell 1.

[0039] When the car is driving in an environment with low external temperatures, the working process of this invention is as follows:

[0040] The oil is stored in a U-shaped inner shell 1, with a pre-set suitable oil temperature range. The controller 18 receives and records this information. During driving, when encountering bumpy road sections, the reinforcing ribs 3, support frame 5, and cross-shaped reinforcing frame 4, among other support structures, can resist the impact caused by external forces. The intelligent detection system 7 feeds back the pressure of the U-shaped inner shell 1 and parameters such as the oil's viscosity, acid value, and carbon black content to the vehicle's management system in real time. An alarm is immediately triggered if any abnormal data is detected. The oil temperature control system 8 constantly monitors the real-time temperature of the oil. When the detected temperature falls below the set threshold, the controller... 18 Turn on the heating rod 17 until the oil temperature is raised to a safe level, then turn off the heating rod 17. During continuous operation, the oil in the U-shaped inner shell 1 is sent to the oil pump through the oil extraction pipe 2. When the oil flows to the oil filter 19, it is initially filtered by the filter screen 26. The rotating spiral disc 23 uses centrifugal force to throw off heavier impurities and particulate matter and settle them into the sedimentation chamber 24. The magnetic sealing plug 21 located directly below the sedimentation chamber 24 firmly adsorbs the metal particles in the sediment. The sediment in the sedimentation chamber 24 can be cleaned periodically through the drain port 10.

Claims

1. An enhanced oil pan, characterized in that: The device includes a U-shaped inner shell (1), an oil suction pipe (2) is provided inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell (1), a reinforcing rib (3) is installed inside the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell (1) by welding, a cross reinforcing frame (4) is welded on the reinforcing rib (3), a support frame (5) is installed on the reinforcing rib (3) extending to the outside of the U-shaped inner shell (1), the U-shaped inner shell (1) is connected to the U-shaped outer shell (6) through the support frame (5), the outer surface of the U-shaped outer shell (6) is designed with a wave shape, the U-shaped inner shell (1) integrates an intelligent detection system (7), an oil temperature control system (8) and an oil filtration system (9), and an oil drain port (10) is provided at the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell (1). The oil extraction pipe (2) extends upward from the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell (1), passes through the center of the cross reinforcement frame (4), and then connects to the oil pump. The intelligent detection system (7) includes a sensor slot (12), a pressure sensor (13), and an oil quality sensor (14). The sensor slot (12) is circumferentially and equidistantly arranged on the upper, middle, and lower parts of the U-shaped inner shell (1). The pressure sensor (13) is installed in the sensor slot (12) at the upper part of the U-shaped inner shell (1), and the oil quality sensor (14) is installed in the sensor slot (12) at the lower part of the U-shaped inner shell (1). The oil temperature control system (8) includes an oil temperature sensor (15), a heat sink (16), a heating rod (17), and a controller (18). The oil temperature sensor (15) is circumferentially and equidistantly installed in the sensor groove (12) located in the middle of the U-shaped inner shell (1). The heat sink (16) is fitted to the left and right sides of the support frame (5). The heating rod (17) is circumferentially and equidistantly fixed to the shell in the middle of the U-shaped inner shell (1) by bolts. The controller (18) is embedded in the lower shell of the U-shaped inner shell (1). The oil filtration system (9) includes an oil filter (19), a spiral disc sedimentation chamber (20), and a magnetic sealing plug (21). The oil filter (19) is installed on the inlet of the oil extraction pipe (2) by bolts. The spiral disc sedimentation chamber (20) includes a shaft (22), a spiral disc (23), and a sedimentation chamber (24). The magnetic sealing plug (21) is located on the drain port (10).

2. The enhanced oil pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the U-shaped inner shell (1) is provided with a fixing plate (11) by welding and circumferentially equidistantly. The other end of the fixing plate (11) is connected to the top of the U-shaped outer shell (6) by bolts.

3. The enhanced oil pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reinforcing ribs (3) are in four groups, arranged longitudinally at equal intervals in the circumferential direction within the cavity of the U-shaped inner shell (1). The support frame (5) is preferably installed on each group of reinforcing ribs (3) in three groups.

4. The enhanced oil pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The oil filter (19) includes a frame (25) and a filter screen (26), and the shaft (22) and the spiral disc (23) are both located inside the oil filter (19).

5. The enhanced oil pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sedimentation chamber (24) is fixed to the bottom of the U-shaped inner shell (1) by bolts, and the sedimentation chamber (24) is fixedly connected to the oil extraction pipe (2) through the oil filter (19).

6. The enhanced oil pan according to claim 1, characterized in that: A motor slot (27) is provided above the oil filter (19), and a motor is installed inside the motor slot (27).

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