Luggage racks and cars

Abstract

This application relates to roof racks and automobiles. A roof rack includes: a base for mounting on a side of the vehicle roof panel facing away from the vehicle interior along a first direction, the first direction being the height direction of the vehicle; the base has a mounting cavity with a push-pull opening for communication with the external environment and a drain outlet; a protective member installed in the mounting cavity, one end of the protective member being exposed through the push-pull opening, the one end being configured to reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity along a second direction, the second direction being the width direction of the vehicle. The aforementioned roof rack and automobile can provide protection for passengers getting in and out of the vehicle in rainy and sunny weather, and in rainy weather, rainwater is less likely to accumulate inside the roof panel or leak into the vehicle interior, resulting in a better passenger experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive technology, and in particular to roof racks and automobiles. Background Technology

[0002] When driving in the rain, passengers need to lean out of the car to open an umbrella while getting out and close it while getting in, making them easily soaked. Similarly, in hot weather, passengers face the inconvenience of opening and closing umbrellas when getting in and out of the car. Therefore, related technologies often install protective canopies inside the roof panel. In rainy or sunny weather, the canopy can be pulled out from the roof panel to the top of the door to protect passengers during entry and exit. However, in rainy weather, rainwater can accumulate on top of the canopy. When it is retracted into the roof panel, water can accumulate inside, corroding the internal structure of the roof panel, shortening its lifespan. Furthermore, the rainwater accumulated inside the roof panel may leak into the car through holes or gaps, affecting the passenger experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a roof rack for cars that can protect passengers getting in and out of the car in rainy and sunny weather. In rainy weather, rainwater is less likely to accumulate inside the roof sheet metal or leak into the car, resulting in a better riding experience.

[0004] A luggage rack, the luggage rack comprising:

[0005] A base for mounting on the roof sheet metal of a vehicle along a first direction away from the interior of the vehicle, wherein the first direction is the height direction of the vehicle; the base has an internal mounting cavity, the mounting cavity having a push-pull opening for communication with the external environment and a drain outlet; and

[0006] A protective component is installed in the mounting cavity, with one end of the protective component exposed through the push-pull opening. The one end is configured to reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity in a second direction, the second direction being the width direction of the vehicle.

[0007] In some embodiments, a fixed shaft is provided in the mounting cavity, and the protective member is a coiled spring plate wound around the fixed shaft. The coiled spring plate has a fixed end and a free end. The fixed end is fixed to the fixed shaft, and the free end is exposed through the push-pull opening. The free end is configured to reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity in the second direction.

[0008] In some embodiments, the free end is connected to a sealing member, and when the coil spring plate retracts, the sealing member blocks the outer wall of the base and seals the push-pull opening.

[0009] In some embodiments, the luggage rack includes a linkage mechanism connected to the sealing member and the base; when the spring plate is pulled out, the linkage mechanism switches to an unfolded state; when the spring plate is retracted, the linkage mechanism switches to a folded state; in the unfolded state, the linkage mechanism is used to overcome the rebound force of the spring plate to limit the retraction of the spring plate.

[0010] In some embodiments, the linkage mechanism includes a first link, a second link, a third link, and a fourth link. One end of the first link is hinged to the base, and the other end is hinged to the second link. The end of the second link opposite to the first link is hinged to the sealing member. One end of the third link is hinged to the base and can slide relative to the base, and the other end is hinged to the fourth link. The end of the fourth link opposite to the third link is hinged to the sealing member and can slide relative to the sealing member. The first link and the third link intersect and are hinged at the intersection. The second link and the fourth link intersect and are hinged at the intersection.

[0011] In some embodiments, the base has a first pin hole for hinged engagement of the first link and a first groove for sliding and hinged engagement of the third link, the first pin hole and the first groove forming at least a portion of the drain outlet.

[0012] In some embodiments, in the folded state, the linkage mechanism blocks a portion of the drain outlet.

[0013] In some embodiments, a portion of the outer wall of the base is recessed inward to form a receiving groove. When the coil spring plate retracts, the sealing member and the linkage mechanism are received in the receiving groove, and one end of the sealing member and the linkage mechanism away from the base along the second direction is flush with the outer wall of the base.

[0014] In some embodiments, the luggage rack includes a drive unit, a gear, and a rack, the gear being connected to the power output end of the drive unit, the rack meshing with the gear and being connected to the protective member, and the drive unit being used to drive the gear to rotate.

[0015] An automobile includes the aforementioned roof rack, with two sets of the roof racks spaced apart along the second direction and mounted on the roof sheet metal.

[0016] The aforementioned roof rack and car have a base mounted on the roof panel along a first direction away from the interior of the vehicle, i.e., the base is mounted on the top of the roof panel. A protective component is installed in the mounting cavity, with one end exposed through a sliding opening. This exposed end can reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity along a second direction, allowing the component to be pulled out or retracted. Because the base is located on top of the roof panel, when the protective component is pulled out from the mounting cavity along the second direction, it is positioned above the door, providing protection for passengers getting in and out. Furthermore, since the base is on top of the roof panel, when the protective component is retracted into the mounting cavity in rainy weather, rainwater accumulates in the mounting cavity rather than inside the roof panel. Therefore, it is less likely for rainwater to corrode the internal structure of the roof panel, and rainwater is less likely to leak into the vehicle interior, affecting the passenger experience. The mounting cavity also features a drainage outlet that connects to the external environment. Even if water accumulates inside the cavity, it can drain through the outlet to the top of the roof panel and then flow down the exterior surface of the vehicle to the ground. Therefore, rainwater does not easily accumulate inside the mounting cavity, making it less prone to corrosion and ensuring the long-term normal use of the protective components. Furthermore, integrating the protective components into the roof rack fully utilizes the vehicle's existing structural space, eliminating the need for a separate protective structure, thus saving costs and reducing space requirements. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a left view of a car in one embodiment of this application.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a front view of a car according to one embodiment of this application.

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the coiled spring plate after it has been pulled out in one embodiment of this application.

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the retracted spring plate in one embodiment of this application.

[0021] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view (left view) of the luggage rack after the spring plate has retracted in one embodiment of this application.

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the drainage outlet on the base in one embodiment of this application (view from below, and only one set is shown).

[0023] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of a luggage rack in one embodiment of this application (the spring plate is omitted).

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the base, linkage mechanism, and sealing element when the linkage mechanism is in the deployed state according to one embodiment of this application.

[0025] Figure 9This is a schematic diagram (view from below, showing only one example) of how the linkage mechanism blocks the drain outlet when it is in a folded state, according to one embodiment of this application.

[0026] Figure label:

[0027] 10. Roof rack; 20. Roof panel repair;

[0028] 100. Base; 110. Base body; 120. Top cover; 130. Support component; 140. Fixed shaft; 150. Mounting cavity; 151. Push-pull opening; 152. Drain outlet; 1521. First pin hole; 1522. First sliding groove; 1523. Through groove; 160. Storage groove;

[0029] 200. Spring plate; 210. Fixed end; 220. Free end;

[0030] 300, sealing component; 310, second pin hole; 320, second slide groove;

[0031] 400. Linkage mechanism; 410. First link; 420. Second link; 430. Third link; 440. Fourth link;

[0032] 500, pin. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0034] In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" appear, these terms indicate the orientation or positional relationship 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.

[0035] Furthermore, where the terms "first" and "second" appear, these terms are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, where the term "multiple" appears, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0036] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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 of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0037] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the use of descriptions such as "above" or "below" the second feature indicates that the first and second features are in direct contact or indirect contact via an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. Similarly, "below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0038] It should be noted that if an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. If an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. If so, the terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used in this application are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0039] See Figures 1 to 4 One embodiment of this application provides a luggage rack 10 including a base 100 and a protective component. The base 100 is used to install on the roof sheet metal 20 along a first direction away from the interior of the vehicle, where the first direction is the height direction of the vehicle. See also... Figure 5The base 100 has a mounting cavity 150 inside, which has a push-pull opening 151 for communicating with the external environment and a drain outlet 152. A protective member is installed in the mounting cavity 150, and one end of the protective member is exposed through the push-pull opening 151. The end of the protective member exposed through the push-pull opening 151 is configured to reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity 150 in a second direction, which is the width direction of the vehicle.

[0040] The aforementioned luggage rack 10 has a base 100 mounted on the roof panel 20 along a first direction away from the interior of the vehicle, meaning the base 100 is mounted on the top of the roof panel 20. A protective component is installed in the mounting cavity 150, with one end exposed through a push-pull opening 151. This exposed end of the protective component can reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity 150 along a second direction, allowing it to be pulled out or retracted into the mounting cavity 150. Since the base 100 is located on top of the roof panel 20, when the protective component is pulled out from the mounting cavity 150 along the second direction, it is positioned above the vehicle door, providing protection for passengers getting in and out of the vehicle. Furthermore, since the base 100 is located on top of the roof panel 20, when the protective component is retracted into the mounting cavity 150 during rainy weather, rainwater accumulates in the mounting cavity 150 rather than inside the roof panel 20. Therefore, it is less likely for rainwater to corrode the internal structure of the roof panel 20, and rainwater is less likely to leak into the vehicle interior, affecting the passenger experience. The mounting cavity 150 also has a drain outlet 152 that connects to the external environment. Even if there is water accumulation in the mounting cavity 150, it can be drained through the drain outlet 152 to the top of the roof panel 20, and then flow along the outer surface of the vehicle to the ground. Therefore, rainwater is less likely to accumulate in the mounting cavity 150, thus preventing corrosion and ensuring the long-term normal use of the protective component. In addition, since the protective component is integrated into the roof rack 10, the existing structural space on the vehicle can be fully utilized, eliminating the need for a separate protective structure, saving costs and reducing space occupation.

[0041] From the perspective of the attached diagram, the up-down direction is the first direction, and the left-right direction is the second direction.

[0042] See Figures 3 to 5 In some embodiments, a fixed shaft 140 is provided in the mounting cavity 150, and the protective member is a coil spring plate 200 wound around the fixed shaft 140. The coil spring plate 200 has a fixed end 210 and a free end 220. The fixed end 210 is fixed to the fixed shaft 140, and the free end 220 of the coil spring plate 200 is exposed through the push-pull port 151. The free end 220 of the coil spring plate 200 is configured to be able to reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity 150 in a second direction.

[0043] Specifically, the fixed shaft 140 is fixedly installed on the base 100, and the two can also be integrally formed. The fixed shaft 140 extends along the length of the luggage rack 10 (the front-to-back direction from the perspective of the attached drawing). The fixed end 210 of the coil spring plate 200 is fixed to the fixed shaft 140 by means of adhesive, snap-fit, etc. The free end 220 of the coil spring plate 200 is exposed through the push-pull opening 151, so that the coil spring plate 200 can be pulled outward by pulling the free end 220, and can be retracted inward by pushing the free end 220. The coil spring plate 200 is elastic. When the coil spring plate 200 is pulled outward, its rebound force needs to be overcome; when the coil spring plate 200 is retracted inward, its rebound force can assist it to retract quickly. Therefore, it is only necessary to pull out the coil spring plate 200 to unfold when in use, and push it back into the mounting cavity 150 for storage after use.

[0044] In the above embodiments, the protective component is set as a coiled spring plate 200, which can be quickly retracted by its elastic force. When retracted, it can be coiled around the fixed shaft 140, resulting in a smaller overall volume and less space occupation. It is more suitable for the size of the luggage rack 10, and there is no need to increase the size of the luggage rack 10 in order to store the protective component.

[0045] See Figures 3 to 5 In some embodiments, the free end 220 of the coil spring plate 200 is connected to a sealing member 300. When the coil spring plate 200 retracts, the sealing member 300 blocks the outer wall of the base 100 and seals the push-pull opening 151.

[0046] Specifically, the sealing element 300 is slightly larger than the push-pull opening 151, so that when the coil spring plate 200 retracts, it can be blocked outside the push-pull opening 151 by the outer wall of the base 100, thus playing a limiting role and preventing the coil spring plate 200 from retracting completely into the mounting cavity 150, thereby facilitating the next pull to unfold the coil spring plate 200. The free end 220 of the coil spring plate 200 can be fixed to the sealing element 300 by means of adhesive bonding, threaded fastener connection, etc. In the embodiment shown in the attached figure, the free end 220 of the coil spring plate 200 is inserted into the sealing element 300, and the free end 220 and the sealing element 300 are connected by a pin 500.

[0047] In the above embodiment, when the coil spring plate 200 retracts, the sealing member 300 seals the push-pull opening 151, thereby playing a certain sealing role and preventing external rainwater from entering the installation cavity 150 and corroding the internal components.

[0048] Preferably, in some embodiments, the sealing member 300 is made of materials such as silicone or rubber, so that the push-pull opening 151 can be better sealed, and when the coil spring plate 200 is retracted, the soft sealing member 300 is less likely to form a hard collision with the outer wall of the base 100, thereby preventing damage to the component and extending its service life.

[0049] See Figure 5 In some embodiments, a push-pull opening 151 is provided on the sidewall of the base 100 along the second direction to facilitate the pulling out and retracting of the coil spring plate 200 along the second direction.

[0050] See Figure 5 In some embodiments, the drain outlet 152 is located at the bottom end of the base 100 to facilitate more thorough drainage of water accumulated in the mounting cavity 150. Of course, in other embodiments, the drain outlet 152 may also be located on the side wall of the base 100.

[0051] See Figures 3 to 5 ,as well as Figure 8 In some embodiments, the luggage rack 10 includes a linkage mechanism 400 connected to the sealing member 300 and the base 100; when the coil spring plate 200 is pulled out, the linkage mechanism 400 switches to the unfolded state; when the coil spring plate 200 is retracted, the linkage mechanism 400 switches to the folded state; in the unfolded state, the linkage mechanism 400 is used to overcome the rebound force of the coil spring plate 200 to limit the retraction of the coil spring plate 200.

[0052] Specifically, when the coil spring plate 200 retracts, it is wound around the fixed shaft 140. Therefore, after being pulled out, it may curl and cannot present a flat shape. In the extended state of the linkage mechanism 400, the rigid rods help to straighten the coil spring plate 200, making it flat. Furthermore, after the linkage mechanism 400 is extended, its rigid rods can maintain their current position through their own shape and the friction between the rods, overcoming the spring rebound force of the coil spring plate 200 and limiting the coil spring plate 200 so that it will not retract into the mounting cavity 150 due to its own rebound force, thus maintaining its current position and stably providing a protective function. It should be noted that although the linkage mechanism 400 limits the coil spring plate 200 to its current position, the position of the coil spring plate 200 is not immutable. By applying an external force to push the coil spring plate 200, it can be retracted, and the linkage mechanism 400 can be gradually switched to the folded state.

[0053] In other embodiments, other limiting methods can also be used. For example, a cylinder and a telescopic rod connected to it can be provided. The free end of the telescopic rod is connected to the cylinder and the sealing member 300. The cylinder can drive the telescopic rod to extend, thereby pushing the sealing member 300, pushing out the coil spring plate 200, and keeping it in its current position. When it is necessary to retract the coil spring plate 200, the cylinder can simply drive the telescopic rod to move in the opposite direction to retract it.

[0054] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 7 and Figure 8In some embodiments, the linkage mechanism 400 includes a first link 410, a second link 420, a third link 430, and a fourth link 440. One end of the first link 410 is hinged to the base 100, and the other end is hinged to the second link 420. The end of the second link 420 facing away from the first link 410 is hinged to the sealing member 300. One end of the third link 430 is hinged to the base 100 and can slide relative to the base 100, and the other end is hinged to the fourth link 440. The end of the fourth link 440 facing away from the third link 430 is hinged to the sealing member 300 and can slide relative to the sealing member 300. The first link 410 and the third link 430 intersect and are hinged at the intersection. The second link 420 and the fourth link 440 intersect and are hinged at the intersection.

[0055] Specifically, the hinges between the various links, as well as the hinges between the corresponding links and the base 100 and the sealing member 300, are all achieved through pins 500, which is existing technology and will not be described in detail here. The first link 410, the second link 420, the third link 430, and the fourth link 440 constitute a four-bar linkage, which can realize the unfolding and folding of the linkage mechanism 400 through the relative rotation between the various links and the sliding of the corresponding links relative to the base 100 and the sealing member 300. When the linkage mechanism 400 is used to limit the coil spring plate 200, the linkage mechanism 400 is folded after the coil spring plate 200 is retracted, thereby reducing the space occupied. Furthermore, the components of the linkage mechanism 400 are simple and easy to obtain, resulting in low manufacturing costs.

[0056] See Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, the base 100 has a first pin hole 1521 for hinged connection of the first link 410 and a first groove 1522 for sliding and hinged connection of the third link 430, the first pin hole 1521 and the first groove 1522 forming at least a portion of the drain outlet 152.

[0057] Specifically, the base 100 includes a base body 110 and a top cover 120 connected together, forming a mounting cavity 150. The base body 110 is provided with a first pin hole 1521 and a first sliding groove 1522. The end of the first connecting rod 410 facing away from the second connecting rod 420 is hinged to the wall of the first pin hole 1521 by a pin 500. The end of the third connecting rod 430 facing away from the fourth connecting rod 440 is hinged to the wall of the first sliding groove 1522 by a pin 500, and the end of the third connecting rod 430 facing away from the fourth connecting rod 440 can slide along the first sliding groove 1522. The base body 110 is also provided with a through groove 1523, and the drain outlet 152 includes the first pin hole 1521, the first sliding groove 1522, and the through groove 1523. Water accumulated in the mounting cavity 150 can be drained through the first pin hole 1521, the first sliding groove 1522, and the through groove 1523, thereby preventing rainwater from accumulating in the mounting cavity 150 and causing component corrosion. Alternatively, the through groove 1523 may not be provided, and the drain outlet 152 may be formed only through the first pin hole 1521 and the first sliding groove 1522.

[0058] In the above embodiments, at least a portion of the drain outlet 152 is formed by the first pin hole 1521 and the first sliding groove 1522, thereby achieving the installation of the rod through the first pin hole 1521 and the first sliding groove 1522 while also having a drainage effect, thus simplifying the structure and reducing the processing difficulty.

[0059] See Figure 8 Similarly, in some embodiments, the sealing member 300 has a second pin hole 310 for hinged connection of the second link 420, and a second groove 320 for sliding and hinged connection of the fourth link 440.

[0060] Specifically, the end of the second link 420 away from the first link 410 is hinged to the wall of the second pin hole 310 by a pin 500, and the end of the fourth link 440 away from the third link 430 is hinged to the wall of the second slide groove 320 by a pin 500, and the end of the fourth link 440 away from the third link 430 can slide along the second slide groove 320.

[0061] See Figure 5 and Figure 9 In some embodiments, in the folded state, the linkage mechanism 400 blocks a portion of the drain outlet 152.

[0062] Specifically, in the folded state, the positions of the first link 410 and the third link 430 correspond to the positions of the drain outlet 152, both located on the side of the drain outlet 152 closest to the roof sheet metal, i.e., both located below the drain outlet 152. Furthermore, the first link 410 and the third link 430 cover a portion of the drain outlet 152, thus partially sealing off the drain outlet 152 and reducing the likelihood of external dust and rainwater entering the mounting cavity 150. Since the first link 410 and the third link 430 do not completely seal off the drain outlet 152, any water accumulation in the mounting cavity 150 can still be drained normally.

[0063] See Figure 4 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, a portion of the outer wall of the base 100 is recessed inward to form a receiving groove 160. When the coil spring plate 200 retracts, the sealing member 300 and the linkage mechanism 400 are received in the receiving groove 160, and the end of the sealing member 300 and the linkage mechanism 400 away from the base 100 along the second direction is flush with the outer wall of the base 100.

[0064] Specifically, the storage slot 160 is formed on the base 100 along the second direction near the push-pull opening 151. The base 100 includes a base body 110, a top cover 120, and a support member 130. The top cover 120 and the support member 130 are respectively connected to the two ends of the base body 110 along the first direction. The entire base 100 can be supported on the roof sheet metal by the support member 130. The side walls of the base body 110 and the support member 130 are both recessed inward to jointly construct the storage slot 160. When the coil spring plate 200 retracts, the sealing member 300 and the linkage mechanism 400 are precisely accommodated in the storage slot 160, preventing them from protruding outward. This makes the shape of the entire roof rack 10 more regular and compact, reducing the frontal area during vehicle operation and thus reducing driving noise.

[0065] See Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the luggage rack 10 has multiple sets of matching fixed shafts 140, coil spring plates 200, sealing members 300, and linkage mechanisms 400, with these components arranged along the length of the luggage rack 10. By providing multiple sets of these components, the protective area can be increased, providing protection for passengers getting on and off the vehicle at both the front and rear doors.

[0066] See Figure 7 In some embodiments, the base body 110 and the top cover 120 of the base 100 are detachably connected to facilitate maintenance and cleaning of internal components, and can be disassembled when protective parts are not required to reduce vehicle weight. Specifically, detachment can be achieved through snap-fit ​​connections, threaded fastener connections, or other methods.

[0067] See Figure 1and Figure 2 In some embodiments, the luggage rack 10 includes a drive member, a gear, and a rack. The gear is connected to the power output end of the drive member, the rack meshes with the gear, and the rack is connected to the protective member. The drive member is used to drive the gear to rotate.

[0068] Specifically, the protective component can be a protective cloth or a protective plate, and also includes a telescopic rod connected to it. The driving component can be a motor, with a gear connected to the motor's output shaft, allowing the gear to be driven to rotate. A rack extends in a second direction; when the gear rotates, the rack meshing with it moves in the second direction, thereby causing the connected telescopic rod to extend in the second direction, thus extending the protective cloth or protective plate to provide protection. To retract the protective cloth or protective plate, simply reverse the motor, causing the rack to move in the opposite direction.

[0069] See Figure 1 and Figure 2 An embodiment of this application provides a car including the roof rack 10 of any of the foregoing embodiments, with two sets of roof racks 10 installed at intervals along a second direction on the roof sheet metal 20.

[0070] Specifically, two sets of luggage racks 10 are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the roof sheet metal 20 along the second direction.

[0071] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0072] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A luggage rack (10), characterized in that, The luggage rack (10) includes: A base (100) is used for mounting on the roof sheet metal (20) on the side facing away from the interior of the vehicle along a first direction, the first direction being the height direction of the vehicle; the base (100) has an internal mounting cavity (150), the mounting cavity (150) having a push-pull opening (151) for communicating with the external environment and a drain outlet (152); and The protective component has a fixed shaft (140) inside the mounting cavity (150). The protective component is a coil spring plate (200) wound around the fixed shaft (140). The coil spring plate (200) has a fixed end (210) and a free end (220). The fixed end (210) is fixed to the fixed shaft (140), and the free end (220) is exposed through the push-pull port (151). The free end (220) is configured to be able to reciprocate relative to the mounting cavity (150) in a second direction, where the second direction is the width direction of the vehicle. The free end (220) is connected to a sealing member (300). When the coil spring plate (200) retracts, the sealing member (300) blocks the outer wall of the base (100) and seals the push-pull port (151). The luggage rack (10) includes a linkage mechanism (400) connected to the sealing member (300) and the base (100); when the coil spring plate (200) is pulled out, the linkage mechanism (400) switches to the unfolded state; when the coil spring plate (200) is retracted, the linkage mechanism (400) switches to the folded state, and the linkage mechanism (400) blocks part of the drain outlet (152); in the unfolded state, the linkage mechanism (400) is used to overcome the rebound force of the coil spring plate (200) to limit the retraction of the coil spring plate (200).

2. The luggage rack (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The linkage mechanism (400) includes a first link (410), a second link (420), a third link (430), and a fourth link (440). One end of the first link (410) is hinged to the base (100), and the other end is hinged to the second link (420). The end of the second link (420) facing away from the first link (410) is hinged to the sealing member (300). One end of the third link (430) is hinged to the base (440). 100) and can slide relative to the base (100), the other end is hinged to the fourth link (440), the end of the fourth link (440) away from the third link (430) is hinged to the sealing member (300) and can slide relative to the sealing member (300), the first link (410) and the third link (430) intersect and are hinged at the intersection, the second link (420) and the fourth link (440) intersect and are hinged at the intersection.

3. The luggage rack (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base (100) has a first pin hole (1521) for hinged connection of the first link (410) and a first groove (1522) for sliding and hinged connection of the third link (430), the first pin hole (1521) and the first groove (1522) forming at least a portion of the drain outlet (152).

4. The luggage rack (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, A portion of the outer wall of the base (100) is recessed inward to form a receiving groove (160). When the coil spring plate (200) retracts, the sealing member (300) and the linkage mechanism (400) are housed in the receiving groove (160), and the end of the sealing member (300) and the linkage mechanism (400) facing away from the base (100) along the second direction is flush with the outer wall of the base (100).

5. The luggage rack (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The luggage rack (10) includes a drive unit, a gear and a rack. The gear is connected to the power output end of the drive unit, the rack meshes with the gear and is connected to the protective member, and the drive unit is used to drive the gear to rotate.

6. A car, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a roof rack (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, and two sets of the roof racks (10) are spaced apart along the second direction and mounted on the roof sheet metal (20).

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