Split integrated skylight protective frame

Through the split integrated sunroof guardrail with integrated drainage, insect-proof net and handrail functions, the existing sunroof guardrail cannot block debris and drainage, improving the comfort and safety of the cab.

CN120396645APending Publication Date: 2025-08-01BEIJING FOTONDAIMLER AUTOMOTIVE
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Application Number
CN202510819230.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-06-18
Publication Date
2025-08-01

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Technical Problem

The existing sunroof frame protection function is single, unable to effectively block debris from entering, and lacks drainage design, resulting in water inlet and sheet metal corrosion problems in the cab.

Method used

A split integrated sunroof frame is designed, including inner plate components, outer plate components and insect-proof mesh components, integrating drainage system, insect-proof mesh and handrail functions to form a sandwich structure, the inner plate components are fixed to the top cover of the car body, the outer plate components are connected by bolts, the insect-proof mesh components are sandwiched between the inner and outer plates, the water guide groove and drain port are designed for drainage, and the insect-proof mesh can be manually expanded to cover the sunroof vents.

Benefits of technology

It improves the adaptability of the sunroof system, maintains ventilation, prevents debris and moisture from entering, enhances the comfort and safety of the cab, and improves the space utilization and the integrity of the interior.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of automobile interiors, in particular to a split integrated skylight protection frame which comprises an inner plate assembly, an outer plate assembly and an insect-proof net assembly. The inner plate assembly and the outer plate assembly are each of a frame structure with an open hole in the center and are both located in the automobile body top cover metal plate. The inner plate assembly is pre-connected with a metal plate on the inner side of the top cover of the automobile body and is further fixed through bolt connection; the top of the outer plate assembly is pre-connected with the bottom of the inner plate assembly and is further fixed with a metal plate on the inner side of an automobile body top cover through bolts; the insect-proof net assembly is clamped between the inner plate assembly and the outer plate assembly, and the insect-proof net assembly, the inner plate assembly and the outer plate assembly form a sandwich structure to limit displacement of the ceiling. A water guide groove is annularly formed in the edge of the inner plate assembly, the rear portion of the water guide groove is higher than the front portion to form a drainage slope, and at least one drainage opening inserted into a skylight water pipe is formed in the front end of the water guide groove. According to different use scenes, the functions of draining water and blocking sundries are provided for the skylight system, and ventilation is kept.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of automotive interiors, and particularly to a split integrated skylight frame. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous expansion of the commercial vehicle market, the demand for the comfort of the cab interior space is increasing day by day, and users show an increasing interest in the comfort configurations of the skylight system. Although the skylight frame is an indispensable interior component in the skylight configuration, the functions of current products on the market are relatively single, mainly serving to cover the sheet metal and for decoration. However, when users open the skylight to rest in the cab, they may encounter problems such as water ingress due to sudden weather changes or forgetting to close the skylight. In addition, in specific seasons, the skylight system is also prone to being invaded by sundries such as flying insects and catkins, which undoubtedly brings a lot of inconvenience to the activity space in the cab.

[0003] To address the above problems, the invention patent CN219947871 U discloses an electric skylight assembly device for light trucks. The system includes an electric skylight, an electric skylight assembly installed on the white body roof, and a sunshade assembly integrated on the skylight frame. The skylight frame is connected to the skylight through four screw joints at the bottom. Although this skylight frame has the functions of covering the internal installation structure and decoration, in actual use, the sunshade will obstruct the airflow when the skylight is opened for ventilation. In addition, if the sunshade is opened when the skylight is in the open state, it will not be able to effectively block sundries such as mosquitoes, leaves, and catkins. Moreover, the entire skylight system lacks a drainage design. If the user forgets to close the skylight, in rainy weather, rainwater or condensate is likely to invade the cab interior, resulting in problems such as ceiling water seepage and sheet metal corrosion.

[0004] In view of the deficiencies of the existing technology, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a split skylight frame that integrates multiple functions to solve the defects in the existing technology. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Aiming at the problems in the existing technology, the present invention provides a split integrated skylight frame, which can provide functions of draining water, blocking sundries, and maintaining ventilation for the skylight system according to different usage scenarios when the user opens the skylight to rest. This not only enhances the adaptability of the skylight system to different weather and seasons, but also significantly improves the comfort of the activity space in the cab.

[0006] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve its technical problems is:

[0007] A split integrated skylight frame includes an inner plate assembly, an outer plate assembly, and an insect-proof net assembly;

[0008] Both the inner plate assembly and the outer plate assembly are frame structures with openings in the center, and are both located inside the body roof sheet metal;

[0009] The inner panel assembly is pre-connected to the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof and further fixed by bolt connection;

[0010] The top of the outer panel assembly is pre-connected to the bottom of the inner panel assembly and further fixed to the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof by bolts;

[0011] The insect screen assembly is clamped between the inner panel assembly and the outer panel assembly, and the three form a sandwich structure to limit the movement of the roof lining.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, a water guide groove is annularly arranged at the edge of the inner panel assembly. The rear part of the water guide groove is higher than the front part to form a drainage slope, and at least one drainage port for inserting a skylight water pipe is arranged at the front end thereof.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, a skylight armrest is integrated on the inner panel assembly, and the armrest is fixed to the vehicle body sheet metal by bolts.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, the insect screen assembly includes:

[0015] A pair of parallel guide rails;

[0016] A reel connecting one side of the two guide rails, and torsion spring sets connected to the guide rails on both sides are arranged at the left and right ends of the reel;

[0017] An insect screen installed on the reel, the left and right ends of the insect screen are connected between the torsion spring sets, and the end far from the reel is a free end and is provided with an operation frame with a locking buckle for stretching the insect screen and clamping and positioning it with the end of the guide rail.

[0018] As a preferred technical solution, an indoor lamp installation groove is integrated on the outer panel assembly, and the depth of the groove matches the thickness of the indoor lamp.

[0019] As a preferred technical solution, the inner panel assembly is pre-connected to the inside of the vehicle body roof sheet metal through a first pre-clamping structure.

[0020] As a preferred technical solution, the inner panel assembly is pre-connected to a third pre-clamping structure on the outer panel assembly through a second pre-clamping structure.

[0021] As a preferred technical solution, the insect screen assembly (3) and the inner panel assembly (1) are integrated into one body and then pre-connected to the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof.

[0022] As a preferred technical solution, mounting through holes are provided on the guide rail (31), and Boss columns matching them are provided on the inner panel assembly (1).

[0023] As a preferred technical solution, the inner panel assembly and the outer panel assembly are respectively bolt-connected to the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof through first threaded holes and second threaded holes.

[0024] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0025] The split integrated skylight frame of the present invention integrates functional modules such as a drainage system, an insect screen, an armrest, and ceiling lamp installation into the split skylight frame, significantly improving the space utilization rate, providing more activity space inside the cab, enhancing the integrity and coordination of the interior trim, significantly improving the comfort, practicality and safety of the cab, and having good market application prospects. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the drawings and embodiments.

[0027] Figure 1 is an exploded view of the split integrated skylight frame of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 2 is a schematic structural view of the inner and outer plate assemblies of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 3 is a top view of the inner plate assembly of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 4 is a top view of the outer plate assembly of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 5 is a schematic structural view of the insect screen assembly of the present invention.

[0032] In the figure: 1, inner plate assembly; 11, water guide groove; 12, drain hole; 13, second pre-clamping structure; 14, first threaded hole; 2, outer plate assembly; 21, third pre-clamping structure; 22, second threaded hole; 3, insect screen assembly; 31, guide rail; 32, reel; 33, spring group; 34, insect screen; 35, operation frame; 4, skylight water pipe; 5, skylight armrest; 6, interior lamp; 7, skylight system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0033] In order to make the technical means, creative features, achieved purposes and functions of the present invention easy to understand, the present invention will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0034] Please refer to Figures 1-5 , an embodiment of the present invention provides a technical solution: a split integrated skylight frame, the frame and the skylight system on the top of the vehicle are respectively located inside and outside the body roof sheet metal; the split integrated skylight frame of the present invention integrates functional modules such as a drainage system, an insect screen, an armrest, and ceiling lamp installation into the split structure of the skylight frame. The specific structure includes three core components: an inner plate assembly 1, an outer plate assembly 2, and an insect screen assembly 3;

[0035] The inner panel assembly 1 and the outer panel assembly 2 are both square structures as a whole, and an inner panel assembly opening and an outer panel assembly opening adapted to the skylight system are respectively provided at the centers; a plurality of first pre - clamping structures, second pre - clamping structures 12 and first threaded holes 14 are provided at the edge of the inner panel assembly 1. The first pre - clamping structures are clamped with the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof; the first threaded holes 14 are used for bolt connection with the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof. As the core component, the inner panel assembly 1 is clamped on the vehicle body sheet metal through the pre - clamping structures and then fastened in place by bolts, providing a stable basic support for the entire skylight system.

[0036] A plurality of third pre - clamping structures 21 and second threaded holes 22 are also provided at the edge of the outer panel assembly 2; the first and third pre - clamping structures are adapted to each other. Thus, after the outer panel assembly is pre - connected to the bottom of the inner panel assembly 1, the outer panel assembly is bolt - connected to the inner sheet metal of the vehicle body roof through the second threaded holes; this close cooperation between the inner panel assembly and the outer panel assembly not only improves the overall stiffness of the roof but also enhances the sealing performance of the interior system, effectively preventing foreign objects from entering the cab.

[0037] The insect - proof net assembly 3 is clamped between the inner panel assembly and the outer panel assembly. The cooperation between the inner panel assembly and the outer panel assembly, together with the roof and the insect - proof net assembly 3, forms a sandwich structure, preventing the roof from moving and improving the overall stiffness of the roof and the overall sealing performance of the interior system.

[0038] In some specific embodiments, a water guide groove 11 is annularly arranged around the four - week edge of the inner panel assembly 1, which is adapted to the shape of the skylight; the rear part of the water guide groove 11 is higher than the front part, forming a natural drainage slope to ensure that the water flow can smoothly flow forward along the water guide groove; a drainage port 12 is provided on each of the left and right sides at the front end of the water guide groove 11, and the drainage port 12 is in plug - in fit with the skylight water pipe 4. When rainwater invades the cab from the outside or condensate water is generated inside the roof in wet and cold weather, these moisture will be collected by the water guide groove 11 and discharged to the outside of the cab in time through the drainage port 12 and the skylight water pipe 4. This design effectively prevents moisture from penetrating into the interior of the roof and the cab, protects the dryness of the cab and interior parts, and avoids problems such as roof water seepage and sheet metal corrosion caused by water leakage, providing a dry and comfortable environment inside the cab.

[0039] In some specific embodiments, a skylight armrest 5 is integrated on the inner panel assembly 1. The armrest is fixed to the vehicle body sheet metal by bolts through the left - right through - holes of the inner panel assembly. When the user opens or closes the skylight, the armrest can be held to maintain body balance, preventing the user from falling due to unstable body center of gravity during the operation of the skylight, improving the convenience and safety of the operation.

[0040] In some specific embodiments, the insect-proof net assembly 3 includes a pair of parallel guide rails 31. One side of the two guide rails 31 is connected by a reel 32. A spring group 33 connected to the two side guide rails 31 is installed on the reel 32 to provide a closing force for the expansion and contraction of the reel. An insect-proof net 34 is provided between the spring groups. On the side of the insect-proof net 34 away from the reel, there is an operation frame 35 with grooves for manually pulling the insect-proof net. The length of the operation frame 35 is adapted to the distance between the guide rails, and locking buckles are respectively designed at both ends of the operation frame 35 so that the insect-proof net 33 can be clamped and positioned with the ends of the guide rails 31 after being stretched in place. When the user can manually pull the operation frame 35 to drive the insect-proof net 32 to slowly withdraw from the reel 34, under the guiding action of the two side guide rails 33, the insect-proof net 32 gradually unfolds and covers the entire skylight ventilation opening. The spring groups for winding and unwinding at both ends of the reel are stretched during this process to generate a restoring force. After the operation frame 35 is clamped with the ends of the guide rails 33, the unfolded state of the insect-proof net 32 is fixed and completely covers the skylight ventilation opening, forming an effective physical barrier to effectively prevent foreign objects such as mosquitoes, catkins, and leaves from entering the cab, ensuring the cleanliness of the air inside the vehicle. When the insect-proof net needs to be retracted, the clamping connection between the operation frame 35 and the ends of the guide rails 33 is released, and the spring group drives the reel 34 to rotate back by virtue of its own elastic potential energy, rewinding the insect-proof net 32 back onto the reel 34 to realize the automatic retraction of the insect-proof net and restore the normal closed state of the skylight. The operation is convenient and the practicability is strong.

[0041] Further preferably, after the insect-proof net assembly 3 and the inner panel assembly 1 are integrated into one body, they are then connected to the outer panel assembly. Specifically, mounting through holes are provided on the guide rails 31, and the inner panel assembly is provided with matching Boss columns. Integrating the insect-proof net assembly with the inner panel assembly can provide a frame support for the guide rails of the insect-proof net.

[0042] In some specific embodiments, the outer panel assembly 2 integrates the installation structure of the cab interior lamp 6, effectively improving the part integration degree, reducing the layout space, and saving more activity space for the user. Specifically, an installation groove for the interior lamp is designed on the outer panel assembly 2, and the depth of the installation groove for the interior lamp matches the thickness of the interior lamp 6. The interior lamp 6 can be assembled on the groove. This design effectively reduces the longitudinal height of the interior lamp 6, saves the space occupied by the part, and provides more interior activity space for the user. During the later market user maintenance and repair, it is convenient for part disassembly and repair, reducing the vehicle use and maintenance cost. The outer panel assembly 2 can adjust the size and surface of the outer panel assembly according to different interior styles, and cooperate with the shapes of different interior lamps 6 to adjust the appearance style.

[0043] During the assembly process, first install the inner panel assembly 1 and connect it to the sunroof water pipe 4 to rule out failures such as kinking and blockage of the drain pipe during the assembly process. Then install the ceiling and other interior products. This assembly sequence can effectively avoid failure factors such as kinking and slack of the sunroof water pipe 4 during the assembly process and ensure smooth drainage. When maintenance is required, the split structure also makes it more convenient to disassemble and assemble parts, reducing the vehicle use and maintenance costs for users.

[0044] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited by the above embodiments. The above-described embodiments and descriptions in the specification are only for explaining the principles of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention will have various changes and improvements, and all such changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present invention claimed. The scope of the present invention claimed is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A split integrated skylight frame, characterized in that It includes an inner panel assembly (1), an outer panel assembly (2) and an insect screen assembly (3); Both the inner panel assembly (1) and the outer panel assembly (2) are frame structures with openings in the center, and are both located inside the body roof sheet metal; The inner panel assembly (1) is pre-connected to the inner side sheet metal of the body roof and further fixed by bolt connection; The top of the outer panel assembly (2) is pre-connected to the bottom of the inner panel assembly (1) and further fixed to the inner side sheet metal of the body roof by bolts; The insect screen assembly (3) is clamped between the inner panel assembly (1) and the outer panel assembly (2), and the three form a sandwich structure to limit the movement of the roof; 2. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1, characterized in that A water guide groove (11) is annularly arranged at the edge of the inner panel assembly (1). The rear part of the water guide groove (11) is higher than the front part to form a drainage slope, and at least one drainage port (12) inserted into the skylight water pipe (4) is arranged at its front end; 3. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, A skylight armrest (5) is integrated on the inner panel assembly (1), and the armrest is fixed to the body sheet metal by bolts; 4. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1, wherein The insect screen assembly (3) includes: A pair of guide rails (31) arranged in parallel; A reel (32) connecting one side of the two guide rails (31). Spring sets (33) connected to the guide rails on both sides are arranged at the left and right ends of the reel (32); An insect screen (34) installed on the reel (32). The left and right ends of the insect screen (34) are connected between the spring sets. The end far from the reel (32) is a free end and is provided with an operation frame (35) with a locking buckle for stretching the insect screen (34) and clamping and positioning it with the end of the guide rail (31); 5. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 4, characterized in that, The insect screen assembly (3) is integrated with the inner panel assembly (1) and then pre-connected to the inner side sheet metal of the body roof; 6. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 5, characterized in that, Mounting through holes are provided on the guide rail (31), and Boss columns matching them are provided on the inner panel assembly (1); 7. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1, wherein, An installation groove for an interior lamp (6) is integrated on the outer panel assembly (2), and the depth of the groove matches the thickness of the interior lamp (6); 8. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner panel assembly (1) is pre-connected to the inside of the body roof sheet metal through a first pre-clamping structure; 9. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner panel assembly (1) is pre-connected to a third pre-clamping structure (21) on the outer panel assembly (2) through a second pre-clamping structure (12); 10. The split integrated skylight frame according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner panel assembly (1) and the outer panel assembly (2) are respectively bolt-connected to the inner side sheet metal of the body roof through a first threaded hole (14) and a second threaded hole (22);