An installation bracket for an automotive blind spot detection radar

Abstract

The present invention relates to the technical field of automotive radar installation, and discloses an installation bracket for an automotive blind spot detection radar, which includes an installation cover shell. A shell cover is provided at the open end of the installation cover shell, and a fixing component is provided at the closed end. An assembly component is arranged inside the installation cover shell. The assembly component is used to adapt to the screw hole layout on the automotive radar and assemble the automotive radar inside the installation cover shell. The assembly component includes a first lead screw and a second lead screw that are parallel to each other. The axial direction of the first lead screw is parallel to the extending direction of the inner cavity of the installation cover shell. A first sliding seat is arranged on the external thread of the first lead screw. The second lead screw is arranged on the first sliding seat. A second sliding seat is arranged on the external thread of the second lead screw. A swing rod is hinged on the first sliding seat. A connecting rod is hinged between the swing rod and the second sliding seat. A support is arranged at the end of the swing rod through a bolt. When the bolt is loosened or tightened, the support can rotate around the bolt or the support is fixed at the end of the swing rod.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of automotive radar installation, and particularly to a mounting bracket for a blind spot detection radar of an automobile. Background Art

[0002] An automotive radar is a radar used for automobiles or other ground motor vehicles. It uses sound or a more intuitive display to inform the driver of the situation of surrounding obstacles, assisting the driver in using the vehicle and making up for the visual field angle. However, for different vehicles, the environment for installing the automotive radar is different. In addition, the radar is generally assembled by screws, and the shapes of different types of automotive radars are different, and the positions of the screw holes are also different. Therefore, it is necessary to select a corresponding mounting bracket according to the specific installation environment of the vehicle and the type of radar, that is, the mounting bracket cannot be applied to most automobiles and most types of radars, and there are limitations in use.

[0003] Based on the above problems, a search was conducted and a Chinese utility model patent was found. Its authorization publication number is CN217259844U, which discloses a conveniently adjustable mounting bracket assembly for an automotive radar. It uses a rotating piece, a screw rod, a screw barrel, a clamping piece, and a rotating bar to cooperate to squeeze the inner walls of the sleeve and the round hole, so that the fixing plate and the sleeve on the round rod are fixed, thereby fixing the automotive radar on the vehicle. It has some deficiencies: the mounting bracket assembly fixes the automotive radar by a clamping method, and the installation environments of different vehicles for the mounting bracket assembly are different, and this point is not taken into account, that is, the mounting bracket assembly cannot adapt to the installation environments of different vehicle models; according to different types, the shapes of radars are different, and not all the outer shapes of automotive radars are regular and can be fixed by the clamping method. Therefore, there are limitations in its application to the assembly of different types of radars, and it is not flexible enough. Moreover, the radar generally consists of precision electronic components such as sensors, cameras, and chips, and the clamping method is likely to cause extrusion to the precision electronic components, affecting the use of the radar.

[0004] Based on the above, the present invention proposes a mounting bracket for a blind spot detection radar of an automobile. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To solve the problems that the existing automotive radar mounting brackets in the above background cannot be flexibly installed according to different radar models and shapes and that the existing automotive radar mounting brackets cannot be adaptively adjusted for installation according to the installation environments of different vehicles, the present invention provides a mounting bracket for a blind spot detection radar of an automobile.

[0006] To achieve the above technical objectives, the technical solutions adopted by the present invention are as follows.

[0007] An installation bracket for an automotive blind spot detection radar, comprising an installation cover housing. A shell cover is provided at the open end of the installation cover housing, and a fixing component is provided at the closed end. An assembly component is arranged inside the installation cover housing. The fixing component is used to install the installation cover housing on the automotive outer shell, and the assembly component is used to adapt to the screw hole layout on the automotive radar and assemble the automotive radar inside the installation cover housing;

[0008] The assembly component includes a first lead screw and a second lead screw that are parallel to each other. The axial direction of the first lead screw is parallel to the extending direction of the inner cavity of the installation cover housing. A first sliding seat is arranged on the external thread of the first lead screw. The second lead screw is arranged on the first sliding seat. A second sliding seat is arranged on the external thread of the second lead screw. A swing rod is hingedly arranged on the first sliding seat. A connecting rod is hingedly arranged between the swing rod and the second sliding seat. A support is arranged at the end of the swing rod through a bolt. When the bolt is loosened or tightened, the support can rotate around the bolt or the support is fixed at the end of the swing rod.

[0009] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, a plurality of groups of the assembly components are arranged in a circumferential array, and the axis line in the circumferential array direction coincides with the center line of the installation cover housing.

[0010] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, a perforation is arranged at the end of the swing rod. One end of the support is provided with two lugs, and the two lugs are respectively located on both sides of the end of the swing rod. A threaded hole is arranged on one lug, and a jack is arranged on the other lug. The end of the bolt passes through the jack and the perforation and then forms a threaded connection with the threaded hole.

[0011] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, a first avoidance hole and a second avoidance hole are arranged at the closed end of the installation cover housing. Cross slots are arranged at the ends of the first lead screw and the second lead screw. The first avoidance hole or the second avoidance hole is used to avoid the entry and exit of a screwdriver, so that the screwdriver can be inserted into the cross slot.

[0012] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, heat dissipation holes are arranged on the outer surface of the installation cover housing.

[0013] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, a drying packet is arranged inside the installation cover housing.

[0014] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, the fixing component includes a connecting seat arranged at the closed end of the installation cover housing and at least two fixing seats. The fixing seats are installed at the reserved positions in the automotive installation environment. At least one fixing unit is arranged between the connecting seat and the fixing seats.

[0015] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, the fixing unit includes a support rod, and both ends of the support rod are ball-hinged to the connecting seat and the fixing seats respectively.

[0016] As a further improvement and optimization of the present invention, convex seats are provided on both sides of the connecting seat and the fixed seat facing each other, and universal ball heads are provided at both ends of the support rod. The universal ball heads cooperate with the convex seats to achieve ball hinge connection between the support rod and the connecting seat or the fixed seat;

[0017] The outer thread of the convex seat is provided with a ball sleeve. The inner wall of the ball sleeve is in an arc shape. Initially, the arc surface of the ball sleeve fits with the universal ball head, and there is a gap between the arc surface of the ball sleeve and the convex seat.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0019] 1. In this solution, the fixing component can adapt to the installation environments of different automobiles to install the installation cover on the automobile. The assembly component can adapt to the screw hole layouts of different types of automotive radars to assemble the automotive radar in the installation cover, solving the problems that the existing installation brackets for automotive radars cannot be flexibly installed according to different radar models and shapes and that the existing installation brackets for automotive radars cannot be adaptively adjusted for installation according to the installation environments of different automobiles;

[0020] Furthermore, this solution uses screws to assemble the automotive radar. Compared with the clamping method, it will not cause extrusion to the electronic components of the automotive radar, ensuring the normal use of the automotive radar;

[0021] Furthermore, the use of the fixing component is relatively convenient. Just rotate the ball sleeve and deflect the installation cover. The use of the assembly component is also relatively convenient. Just rotate the first lead screw, the second lead screw and the rotation bolt. Therefore, it is more convenient to use;

[0022] Furthermore, since this solution can adapt to the screw hole layout on the automotive radar, during the design and production of the automotive radar, the layout of the screw holes can be designed and adjusted according to the actual situation to achieve better assembly stability;

[0023] 2. This solution adds heat dissipation holes on the installation cover to enhance the heat dissipation effect, and adds a drying package inside the installation cover to play a moisture-proof role, ensuring the normal operation of the radar in a high-humidity environment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of the connection position between the connecting rod and the fixed seat;

[0026] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the closed end of the installation cover;

[0027] Figure 4 is an internal schematic diagram of the installation cover after opening the shell cover;

[0028] Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the connection between the assembly component and the radar Figure 1 ;

[0029] Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the connection between the assembly component and the radar Figure 2 ;

[0030] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of the structure of the assembly component;

[0031] Figure 8 Exploded view of the yaw bar, support and bolt.

[0032] The reference numerals in the drawings are:

[0033] 100, mounting housing; 101, support rod; 1011, universal ball head; 1012, ball socket; 102, fixed seat; 103, housing cover; 104, connecting seat; 105, avoidance hole one; 106, avoidance hole two; 107, heat dissipation hole; 108, drying packet; 200, assembly component; 201, first lead screw; 202, first slide seat; 203, second lead screw; 204, second slide seat; 205, yaw bar; 2051, through hole; 206, connecting rod; 207, support; 2071, jack; 2072, threaded hole; 208, bolt. Detailed implementation manners

[0034] To further elaborate on the technical means and effects adopted by the present invention to achieve the predetermined invention purpose, the following, in conjunction with the drawings and preferred embodiments, details the specific implementation manners, structures, features and their effects of the present invention as follows.

[0035] Refer to Figures 1-8 , an installation bracket for an automotive blind spot detection radar, comprising a mounting housing 100. A housing cover 103 is provided at the open end of the mounting housing 100, and a fixing component is provided at the closed end. An assembly component 200 is provided inside the mounting housing 100.

[0036] The fixing component is used to adapt to the installation environment of the vehicle and mount the mounting housing 100 on the vehicle body. The assembly component 200 assembles the radar by means of screws and can adapt to the layout of the screw holes on the radar.

[0037] In a preferred embodiment, heat dissipation holes 107 are provided on the outer surface of the mounting housing 100 for heat dissipation, and a drying packet 108 is provided inside the mounting housing 100. The desiccant in the drying packet 108 is used to dry the air and prevent moisture.

[0038] I. Fixing component:

[0039] Refer to Figures 1-3, The fixing component includes a connecting seat 104 arranged at the closed end of the mounting housing 100 and two fixing seats 102. According to the installation environment of the vehicle, using existing technologies such as bolts and screws, the two fixing seats 102 are installed at the reserved positions in the vehicle installation environment.

[0040] At least one fixing unit is arranged between the connecting seat 104 and the fixing seat 102.

[0041] The fixing unit includes a support rod 101. The two ends of the support rod 101 are respectively ball-jointed with the connecting seat 104 and the fixing seat 102. Specifically, on the opposite sides of the connecting seat 104 and the fixing seat 102 facing each other, there are respectively convex seats. The end of the support rod 101 is provided with a universal ball head 1011 for cooperating with the convex seats on the connecting seat 104 or the fixing seat 102 to achieve ball-jointing. The outer thread of the convex seat is provided with a ball sleeve 1012. The inner wall of the ball sleeve 1012 is set in an arc shape and the arc surface of the ball sleeve 1012 can fit with the universal ball head 1011.

[0042] The using process of the fixing component:

[0043] Taking Figure 2 the perspective as an example for elaboration, initially, the arc surface of the ball sleeve 1012 fits with the universal ball head 1011, and there is a gap between the arc surface of the ball sleeve 1012 and the convex seat.

[0044] The shell cover 103 of the mounting housing 100 is made of a transparent material such as transparent plastic or glass for the radar to observe the external environment. After installing the two fixing seats 102 at the reserved positions in the vehicle installation environment, the mounting housing 100 can be swung randomly. After the orientation of the shell cover 103 of the mounting housing 100 reaches the requirement, rotate the ball sleeve 1012 to make it move downward. Then, since the maximum diameter of the arc surface of the ball sleeve 1012 is smaller than the ball diameter of the universal ball head 1011, therefore, the arc surface of the ball sleeve 1012 will clamp the universal ball head 1011, thus restricting the ball-jointing. At this time, the position of the mounting housing 100 is fixed. Similarly, if you want to adjust the position of the mounting housing 100, then rotate the ball sleeve 1012 to make it move upward.

[0045] II. Assembly component 200:

[0046] Referring to Figures 4-6 , several groups of assembly components 200 are arranged in a circumferential array and the axis line in the circumferential array direction coincides with the center line of the mounting housing 100. In the attached drawing, ab refers to different types of radars. For example, the radar in a is rectangular as a whole and the screw holes are distributed at the four right angles, and the radar in b is cylindrical as a whole and the screw holes are distributed on the platforms on the outer circular surface.

[0047] Referring to Figure 7 And Figure 8, the assembly component 200 includes a first lead screw 201 and a second lead screw 203 that are parallel to each other. The axial direction of the first lead screw 201 is parallel to the extending direction of the inner cavity of the mounting housing 100.

[0048] A first sliding seat 202 is provided on the external thread of the first lead screw 201. The second lead screw 203 is arranged on the first sliding seat 202, and a second sliding seat 204 is provided on the external thread of the second lead screw 203.

[0049] A swing rod 205 is hingedly arranged on the first sliding seat 202. A connecting rod 206 is hingedly arranged between the swing rod 205 and the second sliding seat 204. Due to the existence of the swing rod 205 and the connecting rod 206, the rotation of the second sliding seat 204 following the second lead screw 203 is restricted. Therefore, when the second lead screw 203 rotates, the position of the second sliding seat 204 on the second lead screw 203 can be changed. The movement of the second sliding seat 204 can drive the swing rod 205 to swing through the connecting rod 206, so that the end of the swing rod 205 approaches or moves away from the center line of the mounting housing 100. In addition, when only the first lead screw 201 rotates, the first sliding seat 202 rotates together with the first lead screw 201, and the first sliding seat 202 will drive the second lead screw 203, the second sliding seat 204, the connecting rod 206 and the swing rod 205 to rotate together, so that the end of the swing rod 205 rotates around the first lead screw 201. When the first lead screw 201 rotates and the staff manually pinches the swing rod 205 or the connecting rod 206, the rotation of the first sliding seat 202 following the first lead screw 201 is restricted. At this time, the rotation of the first lead screw 201 will drive the first sliding seat 202 to move. At the same time, the first sliding seat 202 will drive the second lead screw 203, the second sliding seat 204, the connecting rod 206 and the swing rod 205 to move together, so that the end of the swing rod 205 approaches or moves away from the housing cover 103.

[0050] A support 207 is provided at the end of the swing rod 205 through a bolt 208. When the bolt 208 is loosened or tightened, the support 207 can rotate around the bolt 208 or the support 207 is fixed at the end of the swing rod 205. Specifically, referring to Figure 8 , a through hole 2051 is provided at the end of the swing rod 205. One end of the support 207 is provided with two lugs, and the two lugs are respectively located on both sides of the end of the swing rod 205. A threaded hole 2072 is provided on one lug, and a jack 2071 is provided on the other lug. The end of the bolt 208 passes through the jack 2071 and the through hole 2051 and then forms a threaded connection with the threaded hole 2072. Therefore, when the bolt 208 is loosened, the bolt 208 acts as a hinge shaft, and the support 207 can rotate around the bolt 208. When the bolt 208 is tightened, the support 207 can be clamped at the end of the swing rod 205 to play a role in fixing the support 207.

[0051] Usage process of the assembly component 200:

[0052] By rotating the first lead screw 201, the end of the swing rod 205 can be rotated around the first lead screw 201, that is, the support 207 rotates around the first lead screw 201;

[0053] By rotating the first lead screw 201 and the operator pinching the swing rod 205 or the connecting rod 206, the end of the swing rod 205 can be moved closer to or farther from the housing cover 103, that is, the support 207 moves closer to or farther from the housing cover 103;

[0054] By rotating the second lead screw 203, the end of the swing rod 205 can be moved closer to or farther from the center line of the mounting housing 100, that is, the support 207 moves closer to or farther from the center line of the mounting housing 100;

[0055] By loosening the bolt 208, the support 207 can be rotated around the bolt 208, and by tightening the bolt, the support 207 can be fixed at the end of the swing rod 205;

[0056] Through the above cooperation, the position of the support 207 inside the mounting housing 100 can be adjusted, so that the position of the screw hole provided on the support 207 can be adjusted to be adapted to the screw hole provided on the radar, and then through technical means such as screws, the assembly of the support 207 and the radar is realized.

[0057] Furthermore, after opening the housing cover 103, the first lead screw 201 and the second lead screw 203 can be directly rotated, or it can be referred to Figure 3 , an avoidance hole one 105 and an avoidance hole two 106 are provided at the closed end of the mounting housing 100, cross slots are provided at the ends of the first lead screw 201 and the second lead screw 203, the entry and exit of the screwdriver are avoided through the avoidance hole one 105 or the avoidance hole two 106, and the first lead screw 201 and the second lead screw 203 are rotated by using the screwdriver.

[0058] Working principle of the present invention:

[0059] First, after installing the two fixed seats 102 at the reserved positions in the vehicle installation environment, the mounting housing 100 is randomly swung. After the orientation of the housing cover 103 of the mounting housing 100 meets the requirements, the ball sleeve 1012 is screwed. The arc surface of the ball sleeve 1012 clamps the universal ball head 1011, thereby playing a role in restricting the ball hinge. At this time, the position of the mounting housing 100 is fixed. Similarly, if you want to adjust the position of the mounting housing 100, then reverse-screw the ball sleeve 1012 to cancel the restriction on the ball hinge;

[0060] Secondly, by rotating the first lead screw 201, the end of the swing rod 205 can be rotated around the first lead screw 201, that is, the support 207 can be rotated around the first lead screw 201; by rotating the first lead screw 201 and adding the staff pinching the swing rod 205 or the connecting rod 206, the end of the swing rod 205 can be moved closer to or farther away from the housing cover 103, that is, the support 207 can be moved closer to or farther away from the housing cover 103; by rotating the second lead screw 203, the end of the swing rod 205 can be moved closer to or farther away from the center line of the mounting cover housing 100, that is, the support 207 can be moved closer to or farther away from the center line of the mounting cover housing 100; by loosening the bolt 208, the support 207 can be rotated around the bolt 208, and by tightening the bolt, the support 207 can be fixed at the end of the swing rod 205; through the coordination of these actions, the position of the support 207 in the mounting cover housing 100 can be adjusted, so that the position of the screw hole provided on the support 207 can be adjusted, and the position of the screw hole provided on the support 207 can be made to correspond and match the position of the screw hole provided on the automotive radar, and then the assembly of the support 207 and the radar can be realized by means of existing screws and other technical means.

[0061] As described above:

[0062] 1. In this solution, the fixing component can adapt to the installation environments of different vehicles to install the mounting cover housing on the vehicle, and the assembly component can adapt to the screw hole layouts on different types of automotive radars to assemble the automotive radar in the mounting cover housing, solving the problems that the existing automotive radar mounting brackets cannot be flexibly installed according to different radar models and shapes and that the existing automotive radar mounting brackets cannot be adaptively adjusted for installation according to the installation environments of different vehicles.

[0063] Furthermore, this solution uses screws to achieve the assembly of the automotive radar. Compared with the clamping method, it will not cause extrusion to the electronic components of the automotive radar, ensuring the normal use of the automotive radar.

[0064] Furthermore, the fixing component is relatively convenient to use, just by screwing the ball sleeve and the swing mounting cover housing, and the assembly component is relatively convenient to use, just by screwing the first lead screw, the second lead screw and the bolt. Therefore, it is more convenient to use.

[0065] Furthermore, since this solution can adapt to the screw hole layout on the automotive radar, during the design and production of the automotive radar, the screw hole layout can be designed and adjusted according to the actual situation to achieve better assembly stability.

[0066] 2. This solution adds heat dissipation holes to the mounting cover housing to enhance the heat dissipation effect, and adds a drying packet inside the mounting cover housing to play a moisture-proof role, ensuring the normal operation of the radar in a high-humidity environment.

[0067] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and do not impose any form of limitation on the present invention. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with the preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art can make some changes or modifications to equivalent embodiments with equivalent changes within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention. However, as long as it does not depart from the content of the technical solution of the present invention, any brief modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention still fall within the scope of the technical solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. An installation bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar, comprising an installation cover (100), characterized in that, The open end of the mounting housing (100) is provided with a housing cover (103), and the closed end is provided with a fixing assembly. An assembling assembly (200) is arranged inside the mounting housing (100). The fixing assembly is used to mount the mounting housing (100) on the vehicle body, and the assembling assembly (200) is used to adapt to the screw hole layout on the vehicle radar and assemble the vehicle radar inside the mounting housing (100). The assembling assembly (200) includes a first lead screw (201) and a second lead screw (203) that are parallel to each other. The axial center line direction of the first lead screw (201) is parallel to the extending direction of the inner cavity of the mounting housing (100). A first sliding seat (202) is arranged on the external thread of the first lead screw (201). The second lead screw (203) is arranged on the first sliding seat (202). A second sliding seat (204) is arranged on the external thread of the second lead screw (203). A swing rod (205) is hingedly arranged on the first sliding seat (202). A connecting rod (206) is hingedly arranged between the swing rod (205) and the second sliding seat (204). The end of the swing rod (205) is provided with a support seat (207) through a bolt (208). When the bolt (208) is loosened or tightened, the support seat (207) can rotate around the bolt (208) or the support seat (207) is fixed at the end of the swing rod (205).

2. The installation bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 1, characterized in that, A plurality of groups of the assembling assemblies (200) are arranged in a circumferential array, and the axial center line in the circumferential array direction coincides with the center line of the mounting housing (100).

3. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 2, characterized in that, A through hole (2051) is arranged at the end of the swing rod (205). One end of the support seat (207) is provided with two lugs, and the two lugs are respectively located on both sides of the end of the swing rod (205). A threaded hole (2072) is arranged on one lug, and a jack (2071) is arranged on the other lug. The end of the bolt (208) passes through the jack (2071) and the through hole (2051) and then forms a threaded connection with the threaded hole (2072).

4. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 2, characterized in that, The closed end of the mounting housing (100) is provided with an avoidance hole one (105) and an avoidance hole two (106). Cross slots are arranged at the ends of the first lead screw (201) and the second lead screw (203). The avoidance hole one (105) or the avoidance hole two (106) is used to avoid the entry and exit of a screwdriver, so that the screwdriver can be inserted into the cross slot.

5. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 2, characterized in that, Heat dissipation holes (107) are arranged on the outer surface of the mounting housing (100).

6. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 2, wherein, A drying packet (108) is arranged inside the mounting housing (100).

7. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fixing assembly includes a connecting seat (104) arranged at the closed end of the mounting housing (100) and at least two fixing seats (102). The fixing seats (102) are installed at the reserved positions in the vehicle mounting environment. At least one fixing unit is arranged between the connecting seat (104) and the fixing seats (102).

8. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 7, characterized in that, The fixing unit includes a support rod (101), and both ends of the support rod (101) are ball-hinged to the connecting seat (104) and the fixing seats (102) respectively.

9. The mounting bracket for a vehicle blind spot detection radar according to claim 8, characterized in that, Convex seats are provided on the opposite sides of the connecting seat (104) and the fixed seat (102). Universal ball heads (1011) are provided at both ends of the support rod (101). The cooperation between the universal ball heads (1011) and the convex seats realizes the spherical hinge between the support rod (101) and the connecting seat (104) or the fixed seat (102). A ball sleeve (1012) is externally threaded on the convex seat. The inner wall of the ball sleeve (1012) is formed in an arc shape. Initially, the arc surface of the ball sleeve (1012) is in contact with the universal ball head (1011), and there is a gap between the arc surface of the ball sleeve (1012) and the convex seat.

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