A car corner window trim structure and a car body assembly having the car corner window trim structure

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of corner windows, specifically to a car corner window decorative structure and a vehicle body assembly having the same structure, including a corner window decorative panel; the corner window decorative panel includes a bright strip and decorative elements; the decorative elements are embedded in the bright strip; the bright strip has embedding holes; the decorative elements include a faceplate, which is arranged within the embedding holes; this invention, by adding decorative elements to the bright strip, not only increases the aesthetics of the entire vehicle corner window area, but also facilitates the subsequent placement of display patterns or vehicle logos at the corner window; furthermore, the faceplate of this invention, connected to the bright strip by embedding, helps ensure the flatness of the car corner window decorative structure and minimizes the increase in vehicle running resistance caused by the presence of the decorative elements.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of corner windows, specifically to a car corner window decorative structure and a car body assembly having the car corner window decorative structure. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of the new energy vehicle industry, the requirements for car appearance are becoming more and more youthful, and car styling styles are becoming more varied. Adding corner window decorative panels to corner windows is a common design concept.

[0003] The decorative panels commonly found in the market are usually designed separately from the corner window body. This can easily lead to gaps between the corner window body and the decorative panels during actual assembly, as well as problems such as poor appearance, wind noise, and water leakage.

[0004] Meanwhile, when existing decorative panels are installed on corner windows, they are generally connected using methods such as clips, which is a relatively simple connection method, and sealing the assembly gap between the decorative panel and the corner window body is inconvenient.

[0005] A search revealed that existing patent 202310056878.6 - "Installation Structure of Triangular Window Decorative Block in Car Door and Vehicle" does not disclose any technical content that solves the aforementioned technical problem.

[0006] Therefore, in order to improve or solve at least one of the above problems, it is necessary to optimize the design of the existing corner window structure. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide a corner window decorative structure with decorative elements.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows:

[0009] A car corner window decorative structure includes a corner window decorative panel; the corner window decorative panel includes a bright strip and decorative elements; the decorative elements are embedded in the bright strip;

[0010] The bright strip has an embedding hole; the decorative element includes a mask, which is arranged in the embedding hole.

[0011] The mask includes an outer cover body, and the outer cover body has an installation flange on the side near the vehicle body sheet metal; the vertical cross-section of the mask is T-shaped.

[0012] The lateral dimension of the outer cover near the roof is smaller than the lateral dimension of the outer cover away from the roof; the outer cover near the roof is arc-shaped.

[0013] The mounting flange presses against the inner wall of the bright strip; the mounting flange is bonded to the inner wall of the bright strip by an adhesive layer; a first sealing layer is provided between the mounting flange and the inner wall of the bright strip.

[0014] The decorative element also includes a base that is attached to the face mask.

[0015] The base includes a seat body, which is connected to the face mask via a connecting component; the connecting component includes an adhesive component and a snap-fit ​​component;

[0016] The adhesive component includes a sealing groove at the edge of the base and a sealing protrusion at the edge of the face mask; the face mask is inserted into the sealing groove of the base through the sealing protrusion.

[0017] The snap-fit ​​component includes a snap ring disposed on the face mask and a snap fastener disposed on the base.

[0018] The base is provided with a light source mechanism; the mask is provided with a display pattern; the light source mechanism includes a light source plate disposed on the side of the base near the mask, the light source plate is connected to a power supply harness, the power supply harness extends through the base toward the body sheet metal side; the power supply harness is provided with a harness plug.

[0019] The base is provided with a positioning mechanism, which includes a positioning pin disposed on the base; a sealing element is sleeved on the positioning pin.

[0020] The base is provided with a support component, which includes a support block disposed on the base.

[0021] A vehicle body assembly includes a body sheet metal, on which the automotive corner window decorative structure is provided; a locating pin in the automotive corner window decorative structure is inserted into a corresponding hole in the body sheet metal.

[0022] The advantages of this invention are:

[0023] This invention discloses a car corner window decorative structure and a car body assembly having the car corner window decorative structure.

[0024] This invention enhances the aesthetics of the vehicle's corner window area by adding decorative elements to the bright strip, while also facilitating the placement of subsequent display patterns or vehicle logos in the corner window. Furthermore, the mask of this invention is connected to the bright strip by an embedded method, which helps ensure the flatness of the vehicle's corner window decorative structure and minimizes the increase in vehicle running resistance caused by the presence of the decorative elements. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The following is a brief explanation of the contents of each of the accompanying drawings and the markings in the drawings:

[0026] Figure 1 : A schematic diagram of the mask and the bright strip in this invention;

[0027] Figure 2: A schematic diagram of the base and mask assembly in this invention;

[0028] Figure 3 : A schematic diagram of the base structure in this invention;

[0029] Figure 4 : Schematic diagram of the installation of the present invention on a vehicle.

[0030] The markings in the above figures are all:

[0031] 1. Corner window decorative panel; 2. Bright strip; 3. Face mask; 4. 3M adhesive; 5. First sealing layer; 6. Display pattern; 7. Base; 8. Base; 9. Positioning pin; 10. Sealing element; 11. Wiring harness plug. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and the description of the preferred embodiments.

[0033] A car corner window decorative structure includes a corner window decorative panel 1; the corner window decorative panel 1 includes a bright strip 2 and decorative elements; the decorative elements are embedded in the bright strip 2; the bright strip 2 has an embedding hole 101; the decorative elements include a face mask 3, which is arranged in the embedding hole 101; the present invention, by adding decorative elements to the bright strip 2, not only increases the aesthetics of the entire vehicle corner window area, but also facilitates the subsequent arrangement of the display pattern 6 or vehicle logo at the corner window; in addition, the face mask 3 of the present invention is connected to the bright strip 2 by embedding, which helps to ensure the flatness of the car corner window decorative structure and minimizes the increase in the vehicle's running resistance caused by the presence of the decorative elements.

[0034] The automotive corner window decorative structure disclosed in this invention is mainly used in the triangular window area of ​​the whole vehicle. Its purpose is to increase the aesthetics of the triangular window area, and at the same time, it also facilitates the arrangement and placement of some display and signage units.

[0035] In this invention, the automotive corner window decorative structure mainly includes a corner window decorative panel 1; the corner window decorative panel 1 is installed on the vehicle body sheet metal; simultaneously, the corner window decorative panel 1 in this invention includes a bright strip 2 and decorative parts; the bright strip 2 is arranged around the perimeter of the triangular window, which is an exterior trim structure, while the decorative parts in this invention are embedded in the bright strip 2; this facilitates the installation and connection between the decorative parts and the bright strip 2. At the same time, the bright strip 2 in this invention is provided with an embedding hole 101; the embedding hole 101 on the bright strip 2 is a punched structure, which facilitates the insertion of the decorative parts on the bright strip 2. In addition, the decorative parts in this invention include a face mask 3, which is arranged in the embedding hole 101; the face mask 3 is also an exterior trim, and the face mask 3 is installed in the embedding hole 101; the embedding hole 101 can limit the position of the face mask 3 in the circumferential direction.

[0036] Furthermore, in this invention, the mask 3 includes an outer cover body 31, which is the main structure of the mask 3. In this invention, the outer cover body 31 is provided with a mounting flange 32 on the side near the body sheet metal. The vertical cross-section of the mask 3 is T-shaped. The mounting flange 32 acts as a hanging plate structure, which facilitates the subsequent use of the mounting flange 32 to be hung on the bright strip 2, ensuring the stability of the mask 3 installed on the bright strip 2.

[0037] Furthermore, in this invention, the lateral dimension of the outer cover 31 on the side near the roof is smaller than the lateral dimension of the outer cover 31 on the side away from the roof; the outer cover 31 on the side near the roof is arc-shaped; based on this setting, the outer cover 31 has a structure that is small at the top and large at the bottom. This setting facilitates the sliding of water off the outer cover 31 and avoids water residue on the mask 3.

[0038] Furthermore, in this invention, the mounting flange 32 presses against the inner wall of the bright strip 2, facilitating the hanging of the mask 3 on the bright strip 2. At the same time, in this invention, the mounting flange 32 is bonded to the inner wall of the bright strip 2 by an adhesive layer 4. The adhesive layer 4 can be 3M adhesive or other adhesive layers 4, the purpose of which is to ensure a stable connection between the mask 3 and the bright strip 2.

[0039] In addition, a first sealing layer 5 is provided between the mounting flange 32 and the inner wall of the bright strip 2 in this invention; the first sealing layer 5 plays a good blocking and sealing role, ensuring the sealing of the connection between the mask 3 and the bright strip 2.

[0040] Furthermore, the decorative component in this invention also includes a base 8, which is connected to the face mask 3. In this invention, the base 8 provides good support and facilitates the placement and arrangement of other components. In addition, the base 8 also provides good support and, when used, presses against the body sheet metal to provide good support for the face mask 3, ensuring the tightness of the connection between the face mask 3 and the bright strip 2.

[0041] Furthermore, in this invention, the base 8 includes a seat 7, which is the main structure of the base 8. In this invention, the seat 7 is connected to the face mask 3 through a connecting component. The connection component facilitates the fixed connection between the base 8 and the face mask 3.

[0042] The connecting components described in this invention include adhesive bonding components and snap-fit ​​components; by using adhesive bonding components and snap-fit ​​components in combination, this invention can better ensure the connection stability between the mask 3 and the base 8.

[0043] Furthermore, the adhesive bonding component in this invention includes a sealing groove 17 disposed at the edge of the base 7 and a sealing protrusion disposed at the edge of the face mask 3; the face mask 3 is inserted into the sealing groove 17 of the base 7 through the sealing protrusion; the sealing protrusion and the sealing groove 17 play a good role in locking and limiting, ensuring the accuracy and stability of the connection between the face mask 3 and the base 8, while an adhesive layer is coated in the sealing groove 17; thus playing a good role in bonding and fixing.

[0044] Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​component in this invention includes a snap ring disposed on the face mask 3 and a snap fastener disposed on the base 8; the base 8 and the face mask 3 are connected by multiple snap-fit ​​components, which effectively ensures the stability of the connection between the face mask 3 and the base 8.

[0045] Furthermore, the base 8 described in this invention is provided with a light source mechanism; the light source mechanism facilitates the provision of a light source, and can provide a light source for the mask 3 during subsequent use, facilitating the subsequent display of the pattern 6.

[0046] The face mask 3 described in this invention is provided with a display pattern 6; the display pattern 6 may be a display logo, a symbol, or a display light strip, etc.

[0047] In this invention, the light source mechanism includes a light source plate disposed on the side of the base 8 near the mask 3. The light source plate is connected to a power supply harness 13, which can provide power to the light source plate. The light source plate can emit light to provide light source operation for the subsequent display of pattern 6.

[0048] Meanwhile, in this invention, the power supply harness 13 extends through the base 8 toward the body sheet metal side; this operation method facilitates the wiring operation of the power supply harness 13. In addition, the power supply harness 13 in this invention is provided with a harness plug 11; the harness plug 11 plays a sealing and protective role, ensuring the sealing of the connection between the body sheet metal and the power supply harness 13.

[0049] In addition, the base 8 in this invention is provided with a positioning mechanism, which includes a positioning pin 9 disposed on the base 8. By setting the positioning pin 9, this invention can be inserted into the body sheet metal during subsequent use, and the position of the base 8 can be limited. The base 8 is connected to the face mask 3, and the face mask 3 is connected to the bright strip 2. Therefore, by limiting the position of the base 8, the position of the automotive corner window decorative structure can be limited, ensuring its stability and accuracy in the triangular window area of ​​the vehicle body.

[0050] Meanwhile, in this invention, the power supply harness 13 disclosed above can be used in conjunction with a positioning mechanism, and can also limit the position of the base 8 to ensure the stability of the orientation of the base 8, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the subsequent installation position of the automotive corner window decorative structure.

[0051] Meanwhile, a sealing element 10 is provided on the positioning pin 9 in this invention; this ensures the sealing of the connection between the positioning pin 9 and the body sheet metal. Similarly, a wire harness plug 11 is provided on the power supply harness 13 disclosed in this invention, which also serves as a seal. At the same time, a sealing element 10 can also be provided on the side of the power supply harness 13 near the base 8 in this invention, so that the sealing of the base 8 near the power supply harness 13 when it is connected to the body sheet metal can be ensured in subsequent use.

[0052] Furthermore, in this invention, a support component 12 is provided on the base 8. The support component 12 includes a support block 121 provided on the base 8. In this invention, the support block 121 can be a nylon block or a foam block, which can be selected according to the actual working conditions. Based on this setting, this invention is equivalent to adding an internal support in the middle area of ​​the base 8, thereby ensuring the contact area between the base 8 and the body sheet metal, and ensuring the fit between the car corner window decorative structure and the body sheet metal.

[0053] A vehicle body assembly includes a body sheet metal on which the automotive corner window decorative structure is provided. The automotive corner window decorative structure disclosed in this invention can not only block and protect the automotive corner window area, but also facilitate the installation and arrangement of subsequent display units by adding a face mask 3. At the same time, the face mask 3 is embedded in the bright strip 2, which ensures the flatness of the automotive corner window decorative structure as much as possible. In addition, the face mask 3 is mounted with a flange 32, so that the face mask 3 is equivalent to being hung on the bright strip 2, ensuring the stability of the installation between the face mask 3 and the bright strip 2.

[0054] In addition, the positioning pin 9 in the automotive corner window decorative structure described in this invention is inserted into the corresponding hole in the body sheet metal; based on this design, this invention can realize the positioning of the automotive corner window decorative structure before assembly, ensuring the stability and accuracy of the assembly position of the automotive corner window decorative structure on the body sheet metal.

[0055] The automotive corner window decorative structure disclosed in this invention mainly includes a bright strip 2, a faceplate 3, and a base 8; the faceplate 3 is connected to the bright strip 2, and the base 8 is connected to the faceplate 3.

[0056] The mask 3 of this invention is embedded in the bright strip 2, which can reduce the assembly gap between the mask 3 and the bright strip 2. The decorative part disclosed in this invention is integrated at the corner of the corner window. The surface of the exposed embedded position of the mask 3 is flush with the bright strip 2, and a recessed platform is designed inside. Foam is added at the position where the bright strip 2 and the mask 3 fit together for sealing. The base 8 is designed with a positioning mechanism to assist in positioning the rear end of the automotive corner window decorative structure and ensure that the rear end of the automotive corner window decorative structure fits completely with the side wall to meet the sealing requirements.

[0057] In this invention, an embedded hole 101 is punched in the area of ​​the triangular window bright strip 2; the shape of the embedded hole 101 can be closed or not, and there are no special requirements.

[0058] The mask 3 is embedded in the mounting hole 101. The mask 3 is flush with the surface of the bright strip 2, and the internal bonding surface is sealed with foam.

[0059] The mask 3 can be designed with a display pattern 6, which can be a personalized character or pattern. The base 8 on the back is designed with a positioning pin 9, which can be a wedge-shaped positioning card. The internal cavity of the base 8 can install components such as a light source board, an integrated PCB circuit board 15, a light guide plate, and a light-diffusing film. The circuit board contains RGB light-emitting elements 16, which can express multi-color ambient light effects.

[0060] A power supply harness 13 is led out from the back side of the base 8, and a waterproof sealing plug is installed between the power supply harness 13 and the base 8 for sealing.

[0061] The power supply harness 13 passes through the side panel sheet metal and connects to the wiring harness inside the vehicle.

[0062] The wire harness and the wedge-shaped positioning card are sealed with foam sealant 10 at the sheet metal hole.

[0063] The base 8 is designed with a sealing groove 17. The sealing groove 17 is a U-shaped groove filled with PU glue. When it is fastened with the face mask 3, it is completely sealed to achieve waterproof and dustproof functions.

[0064] This invention, while meeting the overall vehicle performance requirements:

[0065] The corner window integrates a decorative panel, and the integrated positioning of the decorative parts on the back and side is more stable, effectively ensuring that the rear end fits snugly with the side panel and preventing edge lifting. The integration of the decorative parts with the corner window reduces the difficulty of installation and effectively controls installation misalignment and gaps. The interior cavity of the decorative parts is designed with a light source mechanism, and the internal domain control release signal controls the generation of multi-color light emission effects to convey the vehicle status signals to the user.

[0066] specific:

[0067] The automotive corner window decorative structure disclosed in this invention mainly includes a bright strip 2, a faceplate 3, and a base 8; the faceplate 3 is fitted with the bright strip 2, the surface is flush, the bonding surface is designed with a first sealing layer 5 and 3M adhesive to reinforce the fit and achieve a waterproof effect, and the visual observation area is designed with characters and light-transmitting patterns.

[0068] The inner side boundary of the base 8 is designed with a U-shaped sealing groove 17, which is filled with PU glue during assembly and snaps into the faceplate 3 to achieve inner cavity sealing. The outer side is designed with a wedge-shaped positioning pin 9 to ensure that the corner window fits tightly with the side wall. The bottom end of the positioning pin 9 is equipped with a sealing element 10 to achieve sealing with the sheet metal mounting hole. The power supply harness 13 is led out from the non-positioning side and connected to the vehicle bus with a connector 14 to obtain power support. A harness plug 11 is added to the lead-out position of the power supply harness 13 for sealing. The bottom end of the harness is equipped with a sealing element 10 to achieve sealing of the sheet metal harness through hole.

[0069] The base 8 is designed with a color-changing light source RBG16 and a light guiding and uniform light component 18 in its inner cavity. Through the light-transmitting pattern designed on the mask 3, it can achieve specific light-emitting effects for special scenes.

[0070] The automotive corner window decorative structure disclosed in this invention reduces appearance defects caused by improper installation during the assembly process of the split structure, as well as gap problems caused by product size errors, while maintaining the field of vision of the corner window.

[0071] Obviously, the specific implementation of this invention is not limited to the above-described methods. Any non-substantial improvements made using the inventive concept and technical solution of this invention are within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A decorative structure for a car corner window, characterized in that, Includes a corner window decorative panel; the corner window decorative panel includes a light strip and decorative elements; the decorative elements are embedded in the light strip; The bright strip has an embedding hole; the decorative component includes a face mask, which is arranged in the embedding hole; The mask includes an outer cover body, and the outer cover body has a mounting flange on the side near the vehicle body sheet metal; the vertical cross-section of the mask is T-shaped. The lateral dimension of the outer cover near the roof is smaller than the lateral dimension of the outer cover away from the roof; the outer cover near the roof is arc-shaped. The mounting flange presses against the inner wall of the bright strip; the mounting flange is bonded to the inner wall of the bright strip by an adhesive layer; a first sealing layer is provided between the mounting flange and the inner wall of the bright strip; The decorative element also includes a base that is attached to the face mask; The base includes a seat body, which is connected to the face mask via a connecting component; the connecting component includes an adhesive component and a snap-fit ​​component. The adhesive component includes a sealing groove at the edge of the base and a sealing protrusion at the edge of the face mask; the face mask is inserted into the sealing groove of the base through the sealing protrusion. The snap-fit ​​component includes a snap ring disposed on the face mask and a snap fastener disposed on the base.

2. The automotive corner window decorative structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base is provided with a light source mechanism; the mask is provided with a display pattern; the light source mechanism includes a light source plate disposed on the side of the base near the mask, the light source plate is connected to a power supply harness, the power supply harness extends through the base toward the body sheet metal side; the power supply harness is provided with a harness plug.

3. The automotive corner window decorative structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base is provided with a positioning mechanism, which includes a positioning pin disposed on the base; a sealing element is sleeved on the positioning pin.

4. The automotive corner window decorative structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base is provided with a support component, which includes a support block disposed on the base.

5. A vehicle body assembly, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a body sheet metal, on which a corner window decorative structure as described in any one of claims 1-4 is provided; the positioning pin in the corner window decorative structure is inserted into a corresponding hole in the body sheet metal.

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