A concealed car foot pedal and car

Abstract

This application relates to a concealed car pedal and a car, belonging to the field of car pedal technology. The concealed car pedal of this application includes an extension unit and a pushing unit. The extension unit is located at the lower edge of the door frame at the bottom of the vehicle body, and a pedal is provided on the outer side of the extension unit. The extension unit allows the pedal to extend away from the vehicle body. The pushing unit is connected to the extension unit and is used to push the extension unit to move outwards from the vehicle body. When the pedal is not in use, the entire extension unit and pushing unit can be concealed, preventing it from being exposed on the outside of the vehicle body. This avoids the risk of the pedal scraping or even hitting the ground while the car is in motion due to constant exposure. It also solves the problem of dust and mud accumulating on the pedal due to long-term exposure, soiling passengers' trousers, and making it easier for passengers to get in and out of the car.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive pedal technology, and in particular to a concealed automotive pedal and an automotive device. Background Technology

[0002] Nowadays, SUVs are large and have a high ground clearance, which can make getting in and out of the vehicle inconvenient. Therefore, foot pedals are usually installed under the doors to solve this problem. However, fixed foot pedals pose a risk of bumping into the road surface while driving; and because fixed foot pedals are always exposed, they are prone to accumulating dust and mud, which can soil passengers' trousers when getting in and out of the vehicle. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a concealed car foot pedal and a car to solve the problem in the related art that fixed foot pedals are prone to bumping against the road surface and getting passengers' trouser legs dirty.

[0004] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a concealed car foot pedal, comprising:

[0005] An extension unit is provided at the lower edge of the door frame at the bottom of the vehicle body, and a foot pedal is provided on the outside of the extension unit. The extension unit can extend the foot pedal away from the vehicle body.

[0006] A pushing unit is connected to the extending unit and is used to push the extending unit to move toward the outer side of the vehicle body.

[0007] In some embodiments, the pushing unit includes a fixing member fixed to the bottom of the vehicle body and a pushing member connected to the fixing member, the pushing member being used to drive the extension unit to move toward or away from the fixing member.

[0008] In some embodiments, the fixing member is a switched magnet that magnetically attracts the extension unit, for driving the extension unit to move toward the fixing member, and the pushing member is a compression spring, for pushing the extension unit to move away from the fixing member.

[0009] In some embodiments, the extension unit includes a slider, an extension device connected to the slider, and the foot pedal is provided at one end of the extension device away from the slider, and a limiting abutment is provided on the side of the bottom of the vehicle body to limit the slider.

[0010] In some embodiments, the extending device includes a first sliding rod, a second sliding rod rotatably connected to the first sliding rod, and a driving mechanism for driving the first sliding rod to rotate is provided on the sliding member.

[0011] In some embodiments, the driving mechanism includes a servo motor located inside the slider, the servo motor being connected to a first gear, the first gear meshing with a second gear, the second gear simultaneously meshing with a third gear located at the center of the first gear, and the second gear being provided with a connecting rod, one end of the connecting rod being able to slide along a first slide rail opened on the side of the slider.

[0012] In some embodiments, the connecting rod is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod, and when the connecting rod slides up and down along the first slide rail, it drives the first sliding rod and the second sliding rod to perform telescopic movements.

[0013] In some embodiments, multiple first sliding rods and multiple second sliding rods are provided, and two adjacent first sliding rods are rotatably connected, and two adjacent second sliding rods are rotatably connected. A second slide rail is provided at the connection between the foot pedal and the second sliding rod.

[0014] In some embodiments, a pivot is provided between the first sliding rod and the second sliding rod.

[0015] Secondly, embodiments of this application provide a car including the aforementioned concealed car pedal.

[0016] The beneficial effects of the technical solution provided in this application include:

[0017] This application provides a concealed car pedal and a car. The concealed car pedal of this application includes an extension unit and a push unit. The extension unit is disposed at the lower edge of the door frame at the bottom of the car body, and a pedal is disposed on the outside of the extension unit. The extension unit can extend the pedal away from the car body. The push unit is connected to the extension unit and is used to push the extension unit to move towards the outside of the car body.

[0018] When the pedals are not in use, the entire pedal system, including the extension and push units, can be hidden from the outside of the vehicle. This avoids the risk of the pedals scraping or even bumping against the ground while the car is in motion due to constant exposure. It also solves the problem of dust and mud accumulating on the pedals and soiling passengers' trousers due to long-term exposure, making it easier for passengers to get in and out of the vehicle. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure provided for an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Detailed structural diagram of the servo motor in the middle;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Detailed view of the protruding device near the slider;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Detailed view of the extension device near the foot pedal;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the position of the foot pedals on the vehicle body.

[0025] Figure 6 A top view of the foot pedal provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0026] Figure label:

[0027] 1. Connecting line; 2. Fixing component; 3. Pushing component; 4. Sliding component; 5. Servo motor; 6. Extending device; 7. Limiting contact component; 8. Foot pedal; 9. Body; 11. Connecting rod; 12. Second gear; 13. First gear; 14. First slide rail; 16. First sliding rod; 17. Rotating shaft; 18. Second sliding rod; 19. Third gear; 21. Second slide rail; 22. First switch; 23. Second switch; 24. Door. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0029] This application provides a concealed car foot pedal and a car, which can solve the problem in the related art that fixed foot pedals are prone to bumping against the road surface and getting the passenger's trousers dirty.

[0030] See Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a first aspect of this application provides a concealed car foot pedal, including: an extension unit and a push unit. The extension unit is disposed at the lower edge of the bottom door frame of the vehicle body 9, and a foot pedal 8 is disposed on the outer side of the extension unit. The extension unit can extend the foot pedal 8 away from the vehicle body 9. The push unit is connected to the extension unit and is used to push the extension unit to move outward from the vehicle body 9. In use, the push unit pushes the extension unit to the outermost side of the vehicle body 9, and then the extension unit unfolds and extends, extending the foot pedal 8 disposed on the outer side of the extension unit away from the vehicle body 9.

[0031] When the foot pedal 8 is not in use, the entire foot pedal 8 system, namely the extension unit and the push unit, can be hidden so that it is not exposed on the outside of the vehicle body 9. This avoids the risk of the foot pedal 8 scraping or even bumping against the ground when the car is in motion because it is always exposed. It also solves the problem that the foot pedal 8 is prone to accumulating dust and mud stains due to long-term exposure, which can dirty the trousers of passengers and make it easier for passengers to get on and off the vehicle.

[0032] In some alternative embodiments, see Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides a concealed car foot pedal. The pushing unit includes a fixing member 2 fixed to the bottom of the vehicle body 9 and a pushing member 3 connected to the fixing member 2. The pushing member 3 is used to drive the extension unit to move towards or away from the fixing member 2. In actual use, the fixing member 2 is a switched magnet that magnetically attracts the extension unit and is used to drive the extension unit to move towards the fixing member 2. The pushing member 3 is a compression spring and is used to push the extension unit to move away from the fixing member 2.

[0033] Connection line 1 is connected to fixing member 2, which can be a magnet with a switch. When not energized, the magnet with the switch is in the open state and has magnetism, which can attract the extension unit, making the extension unit hidden under the door 24. When energized, connection line 1 triggers the switch of the magnet with the switch, thereby turning off the magnetism of the magnet with the switch. The extension unit can be repelled by the magnet with the switch. The push member 3 connected to fixing member 2 compresses the spring, which can push the extension unit to move away from fixing member 2, thereby exposing the foot pedal 8.

[0034] In some alternative embodiments, see Figures 1 to 4As shown, this application embodiment provides a concealed car foot pedal. The extension unit includes a slider 4, an extension device 6 connected to the slider 4, and a foot pedal 8 disposed at the end of the extension device 6 away from the slider 4. A limiting contact member 7 for limiting the slider 4 is disposed on the bottom side of the vehicle body 9. In some usage scenarios, the extension device 6 includes a first sliding rod 16 and a second sliding rod 18 rotatably connected to the first sliding rod 16. A drive mechanism for driving the first sliding rod 16 to rotate is disposed on the slider 4. Specifically, the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 are rotatably connected to each other to form a scissor shape, and the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 are connected to the foot pedal 8, which can drive the foot pedal 8 to extend or retract.

[0035] The drive mechanism includes a servo motor 5 located inside the slider 4. The servo motor 5 is connected to the first gear 13. The first gear 13 meshes with the second gear 12. The second gear 12 meshes with the third gear 19 located at the center of the first gear 13. A connecting rod 11 is provided on the second gear 12. One end of the connecting rod 11 can slide along the first slide rail 14 opened on the side of the slider 4.

[0036] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, when the servo motor 5 is turned on, the first gear 13 rotates, and the second gear 12 can rotate along the inner ring of the first gear 13. At this time, a third gear 19 is provided at the center of the first gear 13. The third gear 19 meshes with the second gear 12, that is, one end of the second gear 12 meshes with the inner ring of the first gear 13, and the other end meshes with the third gear 19. This ensures that the second gear 12 can rotate close to the inner ring of the first gear 13. A connecting rod 11 is provided on the second gear 12. Since the second gear 12 can rotate within the inner ring of the first gear 13, it can drive the connecting rod 11 to reciprocate along the first slide rail 14.

[0037] In some applications, the connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod 16. When the connecting rod 11 slides up and down along the first slide rail 14, it drives the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 to extend and retract. In actual use, multiple first sliding rods 16 and second sliding rods 18 are provided, with adjacent first sliding rods 16 rotatably connected and adjacent second sliding rods 18 rotatably connected. A second slide rail 21 is provided at the connection between the foot pedal 8 and the second sliding rod 18. A pivot 17 is provided between the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18. The end of the second sliding rod 18 is hinged to the sliding member 4.

[0038] Specifically, when the power is applied, the connecting line 1 triggers the switch with the switch magnet, thereby turning off the magnetism of the switch magnet. The extension unit can be repelled by the switch magnet. The pusher 3 connected to the fixing member 2 compresses the spring, which can push the extension unit to move away from the fixing member 2. When the extension unit is pushed out by the pusher, the slider 4 moves to the position of the limit contact member 7 and is limited by the limit contact member 7, stopping its movement. At the same time, the switch of the servo motor 5 is triggered, and the servo motor 5 starts to work. At this time, the slider 4 is made of metal and can be attracted or repelled by the switch magnet.

[0039] like Figure 3 As shown, after the servo motor 5 is turned on, it drives the connecting rod 11 to slide along the first slide rail 14. The connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod 16, and the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 are rotatably connected. At this time, the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 can be set to multiple. For ease of description, those connected to the leftmost first sliding rod 16 are all called the first sliding rod 16, and those connected to the leftmost second sliding rod 18 are all called the second sliding rod 18. That is, two adjacent first sliding rods 16 are connected end to end, and two adjacent second sliding rods 18 are connected end to end.

[0040] See Figure 4 As shown, a second slide rail 21 is provided at the connection between the foot pedal 8 and the second sliding rod 18. When the connecting rod 11 slides along the first slide rail 14, it drives multiple first sliding rods 16 and second sliding rods 18 to rotate. At this time, the structure can be referred to as a scissor motion, thereby causing the foot pedal 8 to extend or retract, so as to achieve the purpose of hiding or unfolding the foot pedal 8.

[0041] See Figures 1 to 4 As shown, a second aspect of this application provides a car including the concealed car pedal described in any of the above embodiments. The pedal includes an extension unit and a push unit. The extension unit is disposed at the lower edge of the bottom door frame of the vehicle body 9, and a pedal 8 is disposed on the outer side of the extension unit. The extension unit allows the pedal 8 to extend away from the vehicle body 9. The push unit is connected to the extension unit and is used to push the extension unit to move outward from the vehicle body 9. In use, the push unit pushes the extension unit to the outermost side of the vehicle body 9, and then the extension unit unfolds and extends, extending the pedal 8 disposed on the outer side of the extension unit away from the vehicle body 9.

[0042] When the foot pedal 8 is not in use, the entire foot pedal 8 system, namely the extension unit and the push unit, can be hidden so that it is not exposed on the outside of the vehicle body 9. This avoids the risk of the foot pedal 8 scraping or even bumping against the ground when the car is in motion because it is always exposed. It also solves the problem that the foot pedal 8 is prone to accumulating dust and mud stains due to long-term exposure, which can dirty the trousers of passengers and make it easier for passengers to get on and off the vehicle.

[0043] In some alternative embodiments, see Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides a concealed car foot pedal. The pushing unit includes a fixing member 2 fixed to the bottom of the vehicle body 9 and a pushing member 3 connected to the fixing member 2. The pushing member 3 is used to drive the extension unit to move towards or away from the fixing member 2. In actual use, the fixing member 2 is a switched magnet that magnetically attracts the extension unit and is used to drive the extension unit to move towards the fixing member 2. The pushing member 3 is a compression spring and is used to push the extension unit to move away from the fixing member 2.

[0044] Connection line 1 is connected to fixing member 2, which can be a magnet with a switch. When not energized, the magnet with the switch is in the open state and has magnetism, which can attract the extension unit, making the extension unit hidden under the door 24. When energized, connection line 1 triggers the switch of the magnet with the switch, thereby turning off the magnetism of the magnet with the switch. The extension unit can be repelled by the magnet with the switch. The push member 3 connected to fixing member 2 compresses the spring, which can push the extension unit to move away from fixing member 2, thereby exposing the foot pedal 8.

[0045] In some alternative embodiments, see Figures 1 to 4 As shown, this application embodiment provides a concealed car foot pedal. The extension unit includes a slider 4, an extension device 6 connected to the slider 4, and a foot pedal 8 disposed at the end of the extension device 6 away from the slider 4. A limiting contact member 7 for limiting the slider 4 is disposed on the bottom side of the vehicle body 9. In some usage scenarios, the extension device 6 includes a first sliding rod 16 and a second sliding rod 18 rotatably connected to the first sliding rod 16. A drive mechanism for driving the first sliding rod 16 to rotate is disposed on the slider 4. Specifically, the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 are rotatably connected to each other to form a scissor shape, and the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 are connected to the foot pedal 8, which can drive the foot pedal 8 to extend or retract.

[0046] The drive mechanism includes a servo motor 5 located inside the slider 4. The servo motor 5 is connected to the first gear 13. The first gear 13 meshes with the second gear 12. The second gear 12 meshes with the third gear 19 located at the center of the first gear 13. A connecting rod 11 is provided on the second gear 12. One end of the connecting rod 11 can slide along the first slide rail 14 opened on the side of the slider 4.

[0047] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, when the servo motor 5 is turned on, the first gear 13 rotates, and the second gear 12 can rotate along the inner ring of the first gear 13. At this time, a third gear 19 is provided at the center of the first gear 13. The third gear 19 meshes with the second gear 12, that is, one end of the second gear 12 meshes with the inner ring of the first gear 13, and the other end meshes with the third gear 19. This ensures that the second gear 12 can rotate close to the inner ring of the first gear 13. A connecting rod 11 is provided on the second gear 12. Since the second gear 12 can rotate within the inner ring of the first gear 13, it can drive the connecting rod 11 to reciprocate along the first slide rail 14.

[0048] In some applications, the connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod 16. When the connecting rod 11 slides up and down along the first slide rail 14, it drives the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 to extend and retract. In actual use, multiple first sliding rods 16 and second sliding rods 18 are provided, with adjacent first sliding rods 16 rotatably connected and adjacent second sliding rods 18 rotatably connected. A second slide rail 21 is provided at the connection between the foot pedal 8 and the second sliding rod 18. A pivot 17 is provided between the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18. The end of the second sliding rod 18 is hinged to the sliding member 4.

[0049] Specifically, when the power is applied, the connecting line 1 triggers the switch with the switch magnet, thereby turning off the magnetism of the switch magnet. The extension unit can be repelled by the switch magnet. The pusher 3 connected to the fixing member 2 compresses the spring, which can push the extension unit to move away from the fixing member 2. When the extension unit is pushed out by the pusher, the slider 4 moves to the position of the limit contact member 7 and is limited by the limit contact member 7, stopping its movement. At the same time, the switch of the servo motor 5 is triggered, and the servo motor 5 starts to work. At this time, the slider 4 is made of metal and can be attracted or repelled by the switch magnet.

[0050] like Figure 3As shown, after the servo motor 5 is turned on, it drives the connecting rod 11 to slide along the first slide rail 14. The connecting rod 11 is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod 16, and the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 are rotatably connected. At this time, the first sliding rod 16 and the second sliding rod 18 can be set to multiple. For ease of description, those connected to the leftmost first sliding rod 16 are all called the first sliding rod 16, and those connected to the leftmost second sliding rod 18 are all called the second sliding rod 18. That is, two adjacent first sliding rods 16 are connected end to end, and two adjacent second sliding rods 18 are connected end to end.

[0051] See Figure 4 As shown, a second slide rail 21 is provided at the connection between the foot pedal 8 and the second sliding rod 18. When the connecting rod 11 slides along the first slide rail 14, it drives multiple first sliding rods 16 and second sliding rods 18 to rotate. At this time, the structure can be referred to as a scissor motion, thereby causing the foot pedal 8 to extend or retract, so as to achieve the purpose of hiding or unfolding the foot pedal 8.

[0052] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, two or more extendable devices 6 can be arranged parallel to each other on the horizontal plane to extend or retract the foot pedal. In use, two switches can be provided: a first switch 22 and a second switch 23. The first switch 22 is located on the lower side wall of the fixed end of the door 24. In some situations, when the door 24 is open, the first switch 22, which is held in place by the door 24, pops out, activating the foot pedal 8 and extending it. When the door 24 is closed, the first switch 22 is held in place by the door 24, retracting the foot pedal 8. The second switch 23 is located below the unfolded end of the other door 24 and can serve as a backup switch if the first switch 22 fails.

[0053] In practical use, to prevent foot pedal malfunctions from causing inconvenience to users, the foot pedal 8 system can be connected to the car's central control display screen. When the foot pedal 8 is not retracted or extended properly, a fault signal can be displayed on the control screen to remind the driver of the abnormal status of the foot pedal 8 and avoid adverse consequences.

[0054] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship 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, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication between two elements. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0055] It should be noted that in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0056] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement this 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 this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features claimed herein.

Claims

1. A concealed car foot pedal, characterized in that, include: The extension unit is located at the lower edge of the bottom door frame of the vehicle body (9), and a foot pedal (8) is provided on the outside of the extension unit. The extension unit can extend the foot pedal (8) away from the vehicle body (9). A pushing unit is connected to the extending unit and is used to push the extending unit to move outward toward the vehicle body (9); The pushing unit includes a fixing member (2) fixed to the bottom of the vehicle body (9) and a pushing member (3) connected to the fixing member (2). The pushing member (3) is used to drive the extension unit to move in a direction closer to or away from the fixing member (2). The fixing member (2) is a switch magnet that magnetically attracts the extension unit and is used to drive the extension unit to move toward the fixing member (2). The pushing member (3) is a compression spring and is used to push the extension unit to move away from the fixing member (2). The extension unit includes a slider (4), an extension device (6) connected to the slider (4), and a foot pedal (8) is provided at one end of the extension device (6) away from the slider (4), and a limiting abutment (7) is provided on the bottom side of the vehicle body (9) to limit the slider (4).

2. The concealed car foot pedal as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The extension device (6) includes a first sliding rod (16) and a second sliding rod (18) that is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod (16). The sliding member (4) is provided with a driving mechanism for driving the first sliding rod (16) to rotate.

3. A concealed car foot pedal as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a servo motor (5) located inside the slider (4). The servo motor (5) is connected to a first gear (13). The first gear (13) meshes with a second gear (12). The second gear (12) meshes with a third gear (19) located at the center of the first gear (13). A connecting rod (11) is provided on the second gear (12). One end of the connecting rod (11) can slide along a first slide rail (14) opened on the side of the slider (4).

4. A concealed car foot pedal as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The connecting rod (11) is rotatably connected to the first sliding rod (16). When the connecting rod (11) slides up and down along the first slide rail (14), it drives the first sliding rod (16) and the second sliding rod (18) to perform telescopic movements.

5. A concealed car foot pedal as described in claim 4, characterized in that: Multiple first sliding rods (16) and second sliding rods (18) are provided, and two adjacent first sliding rods (16) are rotatably connected, and two adjacent second sliding rods (18) are rotatably connected. A second slide rail (21) is provided at the connection between the foot pedal (8) and the second sliding rod (18).

6. A concealed car foot pedal as described in claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: A pivot (17) is provided between the first sliding rod (16) and the second sliding rod (18).

7. A car, characterized in that, Including the concealed car pedal as described in any one of claims 1-6.

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