Lidar mounting structure and vehicle

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of lidar mounting structure for vehicle, lidar mounting structure includes roof outer plate, roof outer plate is formed with recess structure and via, via is arranged in recess structure, the radar component of vehicle is installed in recess structure and makes radar component at least partially be arranged in via;Roof outer plate further includes the compensation convex surface formed in recess structure and buffer structure, compensation convex surface and buffer structure are oppositely arranged in the side away from the front windshield of vehicle, and buffer structure is arranged between compensation convex surface and via.Such, compensation convex surface can be compensated by subsequent flattening process to compensate rebound shrinkage, and buffer structure can absorb and block the excess generated by compensation convex surface flattening process, avoid affecting via, so that compensation convex surface flattening process when roof sheet metal can be oriented towards the direction away from via extends.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a lidar mounting structure and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, with the development of autonomous driving technology, vehicles are given more possibilities. Autonomous driving technology requires vehicles to be equipped with LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) to perceive the surrounding environment, avoid obstacles, and adjust the driving route. Generally, LiDAR is preferred to be installed on the roof, where the field of view is good and there are fewer obstructions to the detection range. LiDAR requires a dedicated mounting groove, which is recessed downwards relative to the A-side of the roof. The transition area needs to form rounded corners; small rounded corners (e.g., R1.2) provide a more refined look. However, small rounded corners can cause defects in the surface finish of the A-side of the roof. After drawing and forming, the roof will spring back under its own elasticity, causing changes in the curvature and flatness of the A-side, and even resulting in a wavy surface, affecting the vehicle's aesthetics. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a lidar mounting structure and a vehicle.

[0004] In the lidar mounting structure of the present application embodiment, the lidar mounting structure is used in a vehicle. The lidar mounting structure includes a top cover outer plate, the top cover outer plate having a recessed platform structure and a through hole, the through hole being disposed in the recessed platform structure, the vehicle's lidar assembly being mounted in the recessed platform structure such that the lidar assembly is at least partially inserted through the through hole; the top cover outer plate also includes a compensating convex surface and a buffer structure formed in the recessed platform structure, the compensating convex surface and the buffer structure being disposed opposite each other on the side away from the vehicle's windshield, the buffer structure being disposed between the compensating convex surface and the through hole.

[0005] In the lidar mounting structure of this application embodiment, the lidar mounting structure is used in a vehicle. The lidar mounting structure includes a top cover outer plate, which has a recessed structure and a through hole. The through hole is disposed in the recessed structure, and the vehicle's lidar assembly is mounted in the recessed structure such that the lidar assembly at least partially passes through the through hole. The top cover outer plate also includes a compensating convex surface and a buffer structure formed in the recessed structure. The compensating convex surface and the buffer structure are disposed opposite each other on the side away from the vehicle's windshield, and the buffer structure is disposed between the compensating convex surface and the through hole. Thus, after the recessed structure and the through hole are formed in the top cover outer plate, in order to avoid the problem of surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, a compensating convex surface and a buffer structure can be provided in the recessed structure. The compensating convex surface can compensate for the rebound shrinkage through a subsequent flattening process, while the buffer structure can absorb and block the excess generated by the flattening process of the compensating convex surface, avoiding affecting the through hole, so that the top cover sheet metal can extend in a direction away from the through hole during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface.

[0006] In some embodiments, the recessed structure is disposed between the windshield and the sunroof of the vehicle, and is spaced apart from the sunroof.

[0007] This design ensures the independence of the recessed platform structure, reduces the impact of openings in the vehicle's windshield and sunroof on the platform, facilitates radar component installation, improves the installation's firmness and sealing, and enhances the overall stability of the vehicle. Furthermore, the recessed platform's location allows the radar component to be positioned at the top front of the vehicle, minimizing obstructions and enabling the lidar to achieve better detection results.

[0008] In some embodiments, the buffer structure further includes an intercepting rib, which, along with the compensating convex surface, extends along a first direction at an angle to the width direction of the vehicle.

[0009] Thus, by using the intercepting ribs, the sheet metal of the recessed structure can extend directionally away from the through-hole during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface, preventing the outer panel of the top cover from springing back under its own elasticity and causing surface defects. Simultaneously, the intercepting ribs and the compensating convex surface can be arranged along the first direction, allowing the compensating convex surface to compensate for the springback shrinkage at the corners of the outer panel of the top cover during the flattening process, avoiding potential stress concentration at the corners. The intercepting ribs extend in the same direction as the compensating convex surface, allowing the intercepting ribs to act as a "sheet metal deformation barrier," preventing the sheet metal material from being pushed towards the through-hole during the flattening process and absorbing any deformation allowance.

[0010] In some embodiments, the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle is 35-55 degrees.

[0011] This creates a triangle between the extended line of the first direction and the extended edge of the concave platform structure. The intercepting ribs and compensating convex surfaces along the first direction then significantly improve the stability of the concave platform structure. Setting the included angle within this range effectively avoids stress concentration at corners. The intercepting ribs and compensating convex surfaces extend along the first direction. The flattening process of the compensating convex surfaces maximizes compensation for the springback shrinkage of the top cover outer plate perpendicular to the first direction, while the intercepting ribs absorb excess material perpendicular to the first direction to the maximum extent, preventing any impact on the through-hole structure.

[0012] In some embodiments, the buffer structure further includes directional ribs that connect to the intercepting ribs and extend toward the compensating convex surface, and are spaced apart from the compensating convex surface.

[0013] Thus, through the cooperation of directional ribs and intercepting ribs, it is further ensured that when the compensating convex surface is flattened, the sheet metal of the concave platform structure can extend in a direction away from the through hole, while further avoiding surface defects caused by the top cover springing back under its own elasticity. The intercepting ribs extend along the first direction, and the directional ribs can extend perpendicularly to the first direction towards the compensating convex surface. In this way, during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface, the directional ribs can resist the sheet metal allowance from moving towards the through hole, while the intercepting ribs can absorb a certain amount of sheet metal allowance, avoiding any impact on the structure of the through hole and radar components.

[0014] In some embodiments, the directional rib further includes a first directional rib and a second directional rib, the first directional rib being connected to the middle of the intercepting rib, and the second directional rib being respectively disposed on both sides of the first directional rib, the first directional rib protruding from the second directional rib in a direction closer to the compensating convex surface.

[0015] Thus, the combination of multiple directional ribs and intercepting ribs further ensures that when the compensating convex surface completes the flattening process, the sheet metal of the concave platform structure can extend in a direction away from the through hole. At the same time, multiple directional ribs further strengthen the resistance to the sheet metal allowance in the flattening process of the concave platform structure, avoid the surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, and enhance the function of the compensating convex surface and the buffer structure.

[0016] In some embodiments, the central portion of the compensation convex surface protrudes at a certain arc in a direction away from the buffer structure, and the central portion of the intercepting rib protrudes at a certain arc in a direction closer to the through hole.

[0017] This ensures that the compensating convex surface has greater elongation when flattened, and the intercepting rib also has a certain curvature in the middle for a greater interception effect. At the same time, the middle parts of the compensating convex surface and the intercepting rib are far apart to leave enough space to prepare multiple directional ribs.

[0018] In some embodiments, the edges of the recessed structure are formed with rounded corners.

[0019] This makes the edges of the recessed platform structure smoother, increasing the sense of unity of the sheet metal. By using the combination of compensating convex surfaces and intercepting ribs for drawing and shaping, the radius of the corner is reduced as much as possible, and the small rounded corners bring a stronger sense of refinement to the recessed platform structure.

[0020] In some embodiments, there are two of each of the compensating convex surfaces and the buffer structures, with the two compensating convex surfaces and the two buffer structures arranged symmetrically along the length of the vehicle.

[0021] This ensures that the recessed platform structure is more symmetrical along the length of the vehicle, making the left and right sides consistent and improving the aesthetics. It also reduces surface defects caused by the two corners and makes the installation of the radar components simpler and more secure.

[0022] The vehicle described in this application includes the lidar mounting structure described in any of the above embodiments.

[0023] In the lidar mounting structure and vehicle of the embodiments of this application, the lidar mounting structure is used in a vehicle and includes a top cover outer plate. The top cover outer plate has a recessed structure and a through hole. The through hole is disposed in the recessed structure, and the vehicle's lidar assembly is mounted in the recessed structure such that the lidar assembly at least partially passes through the through hole. The top cover outer plate also includes a compensating convex surface and a buffer structure formed in the recessed structure. The compensating convex surface and the buffer structure are disposed opposite each other on the side away from the vehicle's windshield, and the buffer structure is disposed between the compensating convex surface and the through hole. Thus, after the recessed structure and the through hole are formed in the top cover outer plate, in order to avoid the problem of surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, a compensating convex surface and a buffer structure can be provided in the recessed structure. The compensating convex surface can compensate for the rebound shrinkage through a subsequent flattening process, while the buffer structure can absorb and block the excess generated by the flattening process of the compensating convex surface, avoiding affecting the through hole, so that the top cover sheet metal can extend in a direction away from the through hole during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface.

[0024] 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

[0025] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, wherein:

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the lidar mounting structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the vehicle according to an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the top cover outer plate according to an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 4 This is another structural schematic diagram of the top cover outer plate according to an embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 5 This is another structural schematic diagram of the top cover outer plate according to an embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 6This is yet another structural schematic diagram of the vehicle according to an embodiment of this application.

[0032] Explanation of key component symbols:

[0033] LiDAR mounting structure 100;

[0034] Top cover outer panel 10, concave platform structure 11, through hole 12, compensating convex surface 13, buffer structure 14, intercepting rib 141, directional rib 142, first directional rib 1421, second directional rib 1422, rounded corner structure 15, vehicle 200, windshield 201, sunroof 202. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The embodiments of this application are described in detail below, examples of which 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.

[0036] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0037] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing different structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples and settings 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 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 embodiments and / or settings discussed. In addition, various specific examples of processes and materials are provided in this application, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0038] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2The lidar mounting structure 100 of this application is used in a vehicle 200. The lidar mounting structure 100 includes a top cover outer plate 10. The top cover outer plate 10 has a recessed structure 11 and a through hole 12. The through hole 12 is disposed in the recessed structure 11. The lidar assembly of the vehicle 200 is mounted in the recessed structure 11 such that the lidar assembly is at least partially disposed in the through hole 12. The top cover outer plate 10 also includes a compensating convex surface 13 and a buffer structure 14 formed in the recessed structure 11. The compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 are disposed opposite each other on the side away from the windshield 201 of the vehicle 200. The buffer structure 14 is disposed between the compensating convex surface 13 and the through hole 12.

[0039] In the lidar mounting structure 100 of this application embodiment, the lidar mounting structure 100 is used in a vehicle 200. The lidar mounting structure 100 includes a top cover outer plate 10, which has a recessed structure 11 and a through hole 12. The through hole 12 is disposed in the recessed structure 11, and the lidar assembly of the vehicle 200 is mounted in the recessed structure 11 such that the lidar assembly at least partially passes through the through hole 12. The top cover outer plate 10 also includes a compensating convex surface 13 and a buffer structure 14 formed in the recessed structure 11. The compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 are disposed opposite each other on the side away from the windshield 201 of the vehicle 200, and the buffer structure 14 is disposed between the compensating convex surface 13 and the through hole 12. Thus, after the recessed structure 11 and the through hole 12 are formed in the top cover outer plate 10, in order to avoid the problem of the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity and causing surface defects, the compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 can be provided in the recessed structure 11. The compensating convex surface 13 can compensate for the springback shrinkage through the subsequent flattening process, while the buffer structure 14 can absorb and block the excess generated by the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13, so as to avoid affecting the through hole 12, and so that the top cover sheet metal can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12 during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13.

[0040] Furthermore, the radar assembly in this embodiment includes a radar body, a mounting structure, and other components. That is, the radar body is mounted and fixed in the recessed platform structure 11 via the mounting structure. It should be noted that this application does not limit the type of radar; it can be various types of radar, such as lidar, ultrasonic radar, and millimeter-wave radar. Only one type of radar can be installed, or multiple types of radar can be installed to meet various needs.

[0041] Currently, with the development of autonomous driving technology, vehicles are given more possibilities. Autonomous driving technology requires vehicles to be equipped with LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) to perceive the surrounding environment, avoid obstacles, and adjust the driving route. Generally, LiDAR is preferred to be installed on the roof, where the field of view is good and there are fewer obstructions to the detection range. LiDAR requires a special mounting groove, which is recessed downwards relative to the A-side of the roof. The transition area needs to form rounded corners, with small rounded corners (e.g., R1.2) providing a more refined look. However, small rounded corners can cause defects in the surface finish of the A-side of the roof. After drawing and forming, the roof will spring back under its own elasticity, causing changes in the curvature and flatness of the A-side, and even resulting in a wavy surface, affecting the vehicle's aesthetics.

[0042] In this embodiment, the top cover outer plate 10 of the lidar mounting structure 100 includes a recessed platform structure 11 and a through hole 12. A compensating convex surface 13 and a buffer structure 14 can be provided in the recessed platform structure 11. The compensating convex surface 13 can compensate for the rebound shrinkage in the subsequent flattening process. The buffer structure 14 can absorb and block the excess generated by the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13, thereby forcibly increasing the material area of ​​the flange surface. This avoids the problem of surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, ensuring the refinement of the rounded corner structure 15, ensuring the flatness of the structure and the aesthetics of the vehicle 200, and at the same time, it will not aggravate surface defects and will not increase costs.

[0043] It should be noted that both the compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 are slightly convex in shape and will not be concave, thus preventing surface defects.

[0044] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the recessed structure 11 is disposed between the windshield 201 and the sunroof 202 of the vehicle 200, and is spaced apart from the sunroof 202.

[0045] This ensures the independence of the recessed platform structure 11, reduces the impact of openings at the windshield 201 and sunroof 202 of the vehicle 200 on the recessed platform structure 11, facilitates the installation of radar components, improves the installation firmness and sealing of radar components, and enhances the overall stability of the vehicle 200. Simultaneously, the recessed platform structure 11 is positioned in this location to allow the radar components to be installed at the top front of the vehicle 200, reducing obstructions and enabling the lidar to achieve better detection results.

[0046] Specifically, the windshield 201, the recessed platform structure 11 for mounting the radar assembly, and the sunroof 202 of the vehicle 200 are arranged sequentially along the length of the vehicle 200, with independent openings that do not affect each other. Simultaneously, the openings of each structure are symmetrical along the length of the vehicle 200, meaning that the windshield 201, the recessed platform structure 11, and the sunroof 202 can all be located at the center of the width of the vehicle 200. This improves the robustness and sealing of the radar assembly after installation, enhances the overall stability and aesthetics of the vehicle 200, and the higher position of the lidar mounting structure 100, closer to the front of the vehicle, provides better visibility and improves the driving functions of the vehicle 200. For example, it can enhance driving safety, particularly for autonomous or assisted driving. In practice, the recessed platform structure 11 can be closer to the windshield 201 or closer to the sunroof 202; this application does not impose any restrictions to meet various needs.

[0047] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the number of recessed structures 11 is not limited. Multiple recessed structures 11 can be evenly arranged along the width of the vehicle 200 to accommodate the installation of multiple radars, thereby enhancing the vehicle 200's perception of its surroundings, improving its field of vision, and enabling it to effectively avoid obstacles and adjust its driving route. This, in turn, makes the vehicle 200's autonomous driving and assisted driving functions more powerful. The number of recessed structures 11 can be one, two, three, or more, and one or more radars can be installed in one recessed structure 11. The specific assembly method is not limited in this application to meet various needs.

[0048] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the buffer structure 14 further includes an intercepting rib 141, which and the compensating convex surface 13 both extend along a first direction, which is at an angle to the width direction of the vehicle 200.

[0049] Thus, through the interception of the intercepting rib 141, the sheet metal of the concave platform structure 11 can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12 when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, avoiding the problem of surface defects caused by the springback of the top cover outer plate 10 under its own elasticity. At the same time, the intercepting rib 141 and the compensating convex surface 13 can be set along the first direction, so that the compensating convex surface 13 can compensate for the springback shrinkage at the corner of the top cover outer plate 10 through the flattening process, avoiding the problem of stress concentration that may occur at the corner. The intercepting rib 141 extends in the same direction as the compensating convex surface 13, so that the intercepting rib 141 can act as a "sheet metal deformation barrier" to prevent the sheet metal material from being pushed towards the through hole 12 during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13, absorbing the deformation allowance.

[0050] Specifically, the direction along the vehicle 200 is defined as the first direction, and the first direction forms an angle with the width direction of the vehicle 200. The intercepting rib 141 and the compensating convex surface 13 are both extended along the first direction. The buffer structure 14 and the compensating convex surface 13 are arranged sequentially from near to far on the side of the windshield 201 away from the vehicle 200. That is to say, the buffer structure 14 is arranged between the compensating convex surface 13 and the windshield.

[0051] Furthermore, the buffer structure 14 is disposed between the compensating convex surface 13 and the through hole 12. In this way, when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, the intercepting rib 141 can intercept the extension direction of the compensating convex surface 13 when it is flattened, so that the sheet metal of the recessed platform structure 11 can be flattened and extended in a direction away from the through hole 12, avoiding the problem of surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elastic force.

[0052] Further, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 In some embodiments, the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 is 35-55 degrees. For example, the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 can be 35°, 40°, 45°, 50°, or 55°.

[0053] Thus, the extended line of the first direction and the extended line of the edge of the concave platform structure 11 form a triangle. At this time, the intercepting rib 141 and the compensating convex surface 13 along the first direction can greatly improve the stability of the concave platform structure 11. The included angle is set within this range, which can effectively avoid the stress concentration problem that may occur at the corner. The intercepting rib 141 and the compensating convex surface 13 extend along the first direction. The flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13 can maximize the compensation for the springback shrinkage of the top cover outer plate 10 perpendicular to the first direction. At the same time, the intercepting rib 141 can maximize the absorption of the excess perpendicular to the first direction, so as to avoid affecting the structure of the through hole 12.

[0054] Specifically, both the intercepting rib 141 and the compensating convex surface 13 extend along the first direction, with an angle of 35-55 degrees between them and the width direction of the vehicle 200. This makes the extended line of the first direction and the extended edge of the recessed platform structure 11 form a triangle, which can greatly improve the stability of the recessed platform structure 11. At the same time, setting a precise angle ensures that when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, the sheet metal of the recessed platform structure 11 can be oriented and flattened in the specific required direction. Adjusting the degree of flattening extension in different directions forcibly increases the material area of ​​the flange surface. Further details are not elaborated here. In this application, the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 is not limited to meet different needs.

[0055] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4In some embodiments, the buffer structure 14 further includes a directional rib 142, which connects to the intercepting rib 141 and extends toward the compensating convex surface 13, and is spaced apart from the compensating convex surface 13.

[0056] Thus, through the cooperation of the directional rib 142 and the intercepting rib 141, it is further ensured that when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, the sheet metal of the concave platform structure 11 can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12, while further avoiding surface defects caused by the top cover springing back under its own elasticity. The intercepting rib 141 extends along the first direction, and the directional rib 142 can extend perpendicularly to the first direction towards the compensating convex surface 13. In this way, during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13, the directional rib 142 can resist the sheet metal allowance from approaching the through hole 12, while the intercepting rib 141 can absorb a certain amount of sheet metal allowance, avoiding any impact on the structure of the through hole 12 and the radar assembly.

[0057] Specifically, the directional rib 142 is provided on the intercepting rib 141 and extends in a direction perpendicular to the first direction. At the same time, the extending direction of the directional rib 142 is away from the through hole 12 and towards the compensating convex surface 13, thereby strengthening the intercepting effect of the intercepting rib 141. In this way, the entire buffer structure 14 can further ensure that when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, the sheet metal of the recessed platform structure 11 can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12, while further avoiding surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity.

[0058] Further, please refer to Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the directional rib 142 further includes a first directional rib 1421 and a second directional rib 1422. The first directional rib 1421 is connected to the middle of the intercepting rib 141, and the second directional rib 1422 is respectively disposed on both sides of the first directional rib 1421. The first directional rib 1421 protrudes from the second directional rib 1422 in the direction close to the compensating convex surface 13.

[0059] Thus, the cooperation of multiple directional ribs 142 and intercepting ribs 141 further ensures that when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, the sheet metal of the concave platform structure 11 can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12. At the same time, the multiple directional ribs 142 further strengthen the resistance to the sheet metal allowance in the flattening process of the concave platform structure 11, avoid the surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, and enhance the function of the compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14.

[0060] Specifically, a buffer structure 14 can be provided with three directional ribs 142, namely one first directional rib 1421 and two second directional ribs 1422. In this case, all three directional ribs 142 protrude towards the compensating convex surface 13, and the first directional rib 1421 protrudes more than the second directional ribs 1422. In this way, the cooperation of multiple directional ribs 142 and intercepting ribs 141 further ensures that when the compensating convex surface 13 completes the flattening process, the sheet metal of the concave platform structure 11 can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12. At the same time, it further avoids the surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, and enhances the function of the compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14.

[0061] It should be noted that this application does not limit the number of directional ribs 142. A buffer structure 14 may also be provided with a third directional rib, a fourth directional rib, etc., which can be set according to the actual situation to meet various needs.

[0062] In addition, both the compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 are slightly convex in shape, which will not produce surface defects.

[0063] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the middle part of the compensation convex surface 13 protrudes away from the buffer structure 14 with a certain arc, and the middle part of the intercepting rib 141 protrudes closer to the through hole 12 with a certain arc.

[0064] In this way, the compensating convex surface 13 can be guaranteed to have greater extension when flattened, and the middle part of the intercepting rib 141 can also have a certain curvature to achieve a greater interception effect. At the same time, the middle parts of the compensating convex surface 13 and the intercepting rib 141 are far apart from each other to leave enough space to set up multiple directional ribs 142.

[0065] Specifically, both the compensating convex surface 13 and the intercepting rib 141 have a certain curvature in their middle portions, and the middle portions of the two curvatures are far apart from each other. That is to say, the curvatures of the compensating convex surface 13 and the intercepting rib 141 can be combined to form a structure similar to a flattened circle, so that the distance between the middle portions of the compensating convex surface 13 and the middle portions of the intercepting rib 141 along the first direction perpendicular to the first direction is greater than the distance between the sides of the compensating convex surface 13 and the sides of the intercepting rib 141 along the first direction perpendicular to the first direction. Furthermore, the middle portions of the compensating convex surface 13 and the intercepting rib 141 are wider than the sides, and the first directional rib 1421 in the middle is longer than the second directional ribs 1422 on both sides. In this way, the compensating convex surface 13 can have a greater extension when flattened, and the buffer structure 14 has a greater interception effect, reducing the impact on the surface.

[0066] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the recessed platform structure 11 has a rounded corner structure 15 at its edge.

[0067] This makes the edge transition of the recessed platform structure 11 smoother, increasing the sense of unity of the sheet metal. By using the cooperation of the compensating convex surface 13 and the intercepting rib 141 for drawing and shaping, the R-angle is reduced as much as possible. The small rounded corners bring a stronger sense of refinement to the recessed platform structure 11.

[0068] Specifically, the recessed platform structure 11 has a rounded corner structure 15 at its edge, which can be R1.2, R2, R3, R4, or R5. R1.2 is preferred. The rounded corner structure 15 allows for a smooth transition at the edge of the recessed platform structure 11, increasing the overall seamlessness of the sheet metal. Through the cooperation of the compensating convex surface 13 and the intercepting rib 141, the compensating convex surface 13 has greater extension when flattened and extends towards the edge of the recessed platform structure 11, further reducing the size of the rounded corner structure 15, for example, reducing it to R1.2. This smaller rounded corner structure 15 gives the recessed platform structure 11 a more refined look.

[0069] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, there are two compensation convex surfaces 13 and two buffer structures 14. The two compensation convex surfaces 13 are symmetrically arranged along the length direction of the vehicle 200, and the two buffer structures 14 are symmetrically arranged along the length direction of the vehicle 200.

[0070] In this way, the recessed platform structure 11 can be more symmetrical along the length of the vehicle 200, making the left and right sides consistent and improving the aesthetics. At the same time, it can reduce the surface problems caused by the two corners and make the installation of the radar components simpler and more secure.

[0071] Specifically, this application may also include a second direction, which is symmetrical to the first direction along the length of the vehicle 200. Similar to the compensating convex surface 13 and buffer structure 14 in the first direction, a compensating convex surface 13 and buffer structure 14 are also provided in the second direction. The compensating convex surface 13 and buffer structure 14 in the second direction are also symmetrical to the compensating convex surface 13 and buffer structure 14 in the first direction along their length. This ensures the left and right sides of the recessed platform structure 11 are consistent, improving the functional consistency of both sides of the recessed platform structure 11, enhancing aesthetics, reducing surface defects on both sides, and making the installation of the radar assembly simpler and more secure.

[0072] For example, when the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 is 45 degrees, the angle between the second direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 can be 135 degrees; when the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 is 50 degrees, the angle between the second direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 can be 130 degrees; that is to say, the sum of the angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 and the angle between the second direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 should be equal to 180 degrees.

[0073] In addition, if the arrangement of a pair of compensating convex surfaces 13 and buffer structures 14 cannot meet the actual needs, multiple pairs of compensating convex surfaces 13 and buffer structures 14 can be arranged. In this case, a third direction and a fourth direction can be arranged. The angle between the third direction and the width direction of the vehicle 200 can be different from the first direction, but the third direction and the fourth direction are also symmetrical along the length direction of the vehicle 200. Of course, there can also be a fifth direction and a sixth direction, etc. In this way, multiple pairs of directions can be arranged according to actual needs, that is, multiple pairs of compensating convex surfaces 13 and buffer structures 14 can be arranged. This application does not limit the specific number to meet various needs.

[0074] It should be noted that this application does not limit the number of compensating convex surfaces 13 and buffer structures 14. If the recessed platform structure 11 is set too large, for example, the distance of the recessed platform structure 11 along the width direction of the vehicle 200 or the distance of the recessed platform structure 11 along the length direction of the vehicle 200 is too large, multiple compensating convex surfaces 13 and buffer structures 14 can be symmetrically set for installing multiple radars. In addition to the above-mentioned positions, the compensating convex surfaces 13 and buffer structures 14 can also be reasonably set in other required positions to improve the strength of the sheet metal at the recessed platform structure 11, improve the drawing effect of the sheet metal and the refinement of the rounded corner structure 15.

[0075] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 6 The vehicle 200 of this application includes the lidar mounting structure 100 of any of the above embodiments.

[0076] In the lidar mounting structure 100 and vehicle 200 of this application embodiment, the lidar mounting structure 100 is used in the vehicle 200. The lidar mounting structure 100 includes a top cover outer plate 10, which has a recessed structure 11 and a through hole 12. The through hole 12 is disposed in the recessed structure 11, and the lidar assembly of the vehicle 200 is mounted in the recessed structure 11 such that the lidar assembly is at least partially inserted through the through hole 12. The top cover outer plate 10 also includes a compensating convex surface 13 and a buffer structure 14 formed in the recessed structure 11. The compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 are disposed opposite each other on the side away from the windshield 201 of the vehicle 200, and the buffer structure 14 is disposed between the compensating convex surface 13 and the through hole 12. Thus, after the recessed structure 11 and the through hole 12 are formed in the top cover outer plate 10, in order to avoid the problem of surface defects caused by the top cover rebounding under its own elasticity, the compensating convex surface 13 and the buffer structure 14 can be provided in the recessed structure 11. The compensating convex surface 13 can compensate for the springback shrinkage through the subsequent flattening process, while the buffer structure 14 can absorb and block the excess generated by the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13, so as to avoid affecting the through hole 12, and so that the top cover sheet metal can extend in a direction away from the through hole 12 during the flattening process of the compensating convex surface 13.

[0077] In the embodiments of this application, the specific type of vehicle 200 is not limited. Vehicle 200 can be a new energy pure electric vehicle, a hybrid vehicle, or a traditional pure oil vehicle, etc., to meet various needs.

[0078] In the description of the embodiments of this application, 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 indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the stated features. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0079] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with the described embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0080] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting this application. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A lidar mounting structure for a vehicle, characterized in that, The lidar mounting structure includes a top cover outer plate, the top cover outer plate forming a recessed platform structure and a through hole, the through hole being disposed in the recessed platform structure, and the vehicle's radar assembly being mounted in the recessed platform structure such that the radar assembly at least partially passes through the through hole; The outer top cover also includes a compensating convex surface and a buffer structure formed in the concave platform structure. The compensating convex surface and the buffer structure are disposed opposite each other on the side away from the windshield of the vehicle. The buffer structure is disposed between the compensating convex surface and the through hole. The buffer structure also includes an intercepting rib, which and the compensation convex surface both extend along a first direction, which is at an angle to the width direction of the vehicle.

2. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The recessed structure is disposed between the windshield and the sunroof of the vehicle, and is spaced apart from the sunroof.

3. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle between the first direction and the width direction of the vehicle is 35-55 degrees.

4. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer structure also includes directional ribs, which are connected to the intercepting ribs and extend toward the compensating convex surface, and are spaced apart from the compensating convex surface.

5. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The directional rib further includes a first directional rib and a second directional rib. The first directional rib is connected to the middle of the intercepting rib, and the second directional rib is respectively disposed on both sides of the first directional rib. The first directional rib protrudes from the second directional rib in a direction closer to the compensating convex surface.

6. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The middle part of the compensation convex surface protrudes away from the buffer structure at a certain arc, and the middle part of the intercepting rib protrudes closer to the through hole at a certain arc.

7. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The recessed platform structure has rounded corners at its edges.

8. The lidar mounting structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of the compensation convex surface and the number of the buffer structure are both two. The two compensation convex surfaces are symmetrically arranged along the length direction of the vehicle, and the two buffer structures are symmetrically arranged along the length direction of the vehicle.

9. A vehicle, characterized in that, The lidar mounting structure includes any one of claims 1-8.

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