Front-end cooling module, assembling method and automobile

Abstract

The invention provides a front-end cooling module, which is used for heat dissipation of the front end of an automobile, and comprises a fan guard which comprises an outer frame and a back plate arranged in the outer frame; the condenser is arranged in the outer frame, and the condenser is clamped on the back plate; the radiator is located on the side, away from the back plate, of the condenser, and the radiator is clamped to the outer frame. The assembly and disassembly efficiency of the front-end cooling module can be improved, and the production cost is reduced. The invention further provides an assembling method of the front end cooling module and an automobile comprising the front end cooling module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application belongs to the field of automobile design and manufacturing technology, and in particular relates to a front-end cooling module, an assembly method, and an automobile. Background Art

[0002] The front-end cooling module is mainly installed in the front engine compartment of the car and serves as the core component of the car's heat dissipation. It plays an important role in the thermal balance of the entire vehicle.

[0003] In the prior art, automobile front-end cooling modules are assembled using bolt connections. For example, Chinese invention patent CN205344511U discloses a front-end cooling module for electric vehicles, in which connecting columns are provided at the connection positions with the bracket on the left and right sides of the condenser assembly. Two L-shaped connecting plates are fixedly connected to the connecting columns, and the bracket is provided with two connecting ears punched outward. The upper connecting plate is fastened to the connecting ears by bolts.

[0004] However, bolting the front-end cooling module has several drawbacks. Bolting requires a specific tightening torque, which is time-consuming. Bolting increases the use of bolts and other fasteners, leading to higher vehicle costs. Bolt installation increases the demand for fasteners, increasing vehicle costs. During the installation and disassembly process, bolting requires the coordination of multiple people, reducing assembly and disassembly efficiency and increasing labor costs. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To solve the above technical problems, an embodiment of the present invention provides a front-end cooling module for dissipating heat from the front end of an automobile. The front-end cooling module includes:

[0006] A wind shield, comprising an outer frame and a back plate disposed inside the outer frame;

[0007] The condenser is arranged inside the outer frame and is snapped onto the back plate;

[0008] The radiator is located on the side of the condenser away from the back plate, and the radiator is snapped onto the outer frame.

[0009] Optionally, the condenser is constructed with multiple card interfaces that pass through the length direction of the car; the back panel is provided with multiple card plugs extending along the length direction, the number of card plugs is equal to the number of card interfaces, and each card plug is connected to a card interface.

[0010] Optionally, the card interface is a stepped hole, which has a stepped surface facing away from the wind shield; the card plug includes at least one card post, and the end of the card post is provided with a first limiting surface facing the back plate; the first limiting surface is in contact with the step surface.

[0011] Optionally, the snap-in plug includes two snap-in posts, and the first limiting surface on each snap-in post is arranged on a side away from the other snap-in post.

[0012] Optionally, the radiator is constructed with a plurality of snap-in plates extending along the width direction of the car; the outer frame is constructed with a plurality of snap-in slots, the number of the snap-in slots is equal to the number of the snap-in plates, and each snap-in plate is snap-connected to a snap-in slot.

[0013] Optionally, a clamping plate is provided on both sides of the heat sink along the width direction, the clamping slot opening is through along the width direction and the opening of the clamping slot is upward, and the clamping plate can enter the clamping slot from top to bottom.

[0014] Optionally, a second limiting surface facing downwards is constructed in the clamping groove, and when the clamping plate is inserted into the clamping groove, the second limiting surface fits into the upper end surface of the clamping plate.

[0015] Optionally, a snap-fit seat is provided on the outer frame, and a snap-fit groove is constructed on the snap-fit seat; a folded edge is provided at the end of the snap-fit plate away from the radiator, and a third limiting surface facing the radiator is provided on the folded edge. When the snap-fit plate is snapped with the snap-fit groove, the third limiting surface is in contact with the end surface of the snap-fit seat away from the radiator.

[0016] Optionally, a vent is provided in the center of the back panel, a fan is provided in the vent, and the fan is detachably connected to the wind shield, and the fan is used to drive the air flow through the radiator and the condenser.

[0017] Optionally, the vent is covered with a protective grille, and the fan is arranged on a side of the protective grille close to the condenser, and the fan and the protective grille are detachably connected.

[0018] An embodiment of the present invention further provides an assembly method for assembling any of the aforementioned front-end cooling modules on a vehicle, the assembly method comprising:

[0019] Fix the position of the wind shield;

[0020] Snap the condenser onto the inner side of the back panel;

[0021] Snap the radiator into place on the outer frame.

[0022] Optionally, snapping the condenser to the inner side of the back plate includes:

[0023] Constructing a plurality of card plugs extending along the length direction on the back plate;

[0024] Construct multiple card interfaces on the condenser that pass through along the length direction. The number of card interfaces is equal to the number of card plugs, and the positions correspond one to one.

[0025] Move the condenser to the side of the back panel where the card plugs are located, and make the connection lines between each card plug and its corresponding card interface parallel to the length direction;

[0026] Move the condenser along the length direction so that the card interface is engaged with the card plug.

[0027] Optionally, the card interface is a stepped hole, which has a stepped surface facing away from the wind shield constructed inside; the card plug includes at least one card post, and the ends of the card posts are provided with a first limiting surface facing the back plate; when the card plug is connected to the card interface, the first limiting surface fits into the stepped surface.

[0028] Optionally, the snap-in plug includes two snap-in posts, and the first limiting surface on each snap-in post is arranged on a side away from the other snap-in post.

[0029] Optionally, snapping the heat sink to the outer frame includes:

[0030] A plurality of snap-in slots are constructed on the outer frame, the slots opening upward and extending along the width direction of the vehicle;

[0031] A plurality of snap-in plates extending along the width direction of the vehicle are constructed on the radiator, wherein the number of the snap-in plates is equal to the number of the snap-in slots, and the positions thereof correspond one to one;

[0032] Move the radiator to the top of the outer frame, and make the vertical projection of each clamping plate fall into its corresponding clamping slot;

[0033] Move the radiator vertically to engage the clamping plate with the clamping slot.

[0034] Optionally, a second limiting surface facing downwards is constructed in the clamping groove, and when the clamping plate is inserted into the clamping groove, the second limiting surface fits into the upper end surface of the clamping plate.

[0035] Optionally, a snap-fit seat is provided on the outer frame, and a snap-fit groove is constructed on the snap-fit seat; a folded edge is provided at the end of the snap-fit plate away from the radiator, and a third limiting surface facing the radiator is provided on the folded edge; when the snap-fit plate is snapped with the snap-fit groove, the third limiting surface is in contact with the end surface of the snap-fit seat away from the radiator.

[0036] Furthermore, before the condenser is connected to the wind shield, the method further includes:

[0037] Construct vents in the back panel;

[0038] Constructing a protective grille on the outer side of the back panel so that the protective grille covers the vents;

[0039] A fan is arranged in the vent and is detachably connected to the protective grille. The fan is constructed to blow air from the inner side of the back plate to the outer side of the back plate.

[0040] An embodiment of the present invention further provides an automobile, comprising any of the aforementioned front-end cooling modules.

[0041] In summary, the front-end cooling module provided by this application has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0042] The present invention achieves quick assembly and disassembly by snapping the condenser into the wind shield and interlocking the radiator with the wind shield. Compared to the prior art method of bolting the condenser, radiator, and wind shield together, the present invention improves the assembly and disassembly efficiency of the front-end cooling module, reduces labor and parts usage, and lowers production costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0043] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for the specific embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be derived from these drawings without inventive effort.

[0044] Figure 1 An overall view of the front-end cooling module provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0045] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of part A;

[0046] Figure 3 An exploded view of a front-end cooling module provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0047] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of part B;

[0048] Figure 5 A structural view of the wind shield provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0049] The accompanying drawings are numerals as follows:

[0050] 1. Wind shield, 2. Back panel, 3. Outer frame, 4. Condenser, 5. Radiator, 6. Card interface, 7. Card plug, 8. Step surface, 9. Card column, 10. First limiting surface, 11. Card plate, 12. Card slot, 13. Second limiting surface, 14. Card seat, 15. Third limiting surface, 16. Fan, 17. Protective grille, 18. Folded edge, 19. Vent. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0051] In order to make the above and other features and advantages of the present application more clear, the present invention is further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments given herein are for the purpose of explaining to those skilled in the art and are only exemplary and not restrictive.

[0052] In the description of this application, features qualified by "first" or "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood to indicate or imply relative importance or implicitly specify the number of technical features. Features qualified by "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the qualified features. If the term "plurality" appears in the description, it generally means at least two, such as two or three, unless otherwise specifically qualified.

[0053] In this application, unless otherwise specified or limited, terms such as "mounted," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, removable connections, or integration; mechanical connections, electrical connections, direct connections, or indirect connections through an intermediary; and internal connections between two components or interactions between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0054] In the description of this application, if the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" appear, it means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described can be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and combine different embodiments or examples described in this specification and the features of different embodiments or examples without contradiction.

[0055] To make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clear, the embodiments of the present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Figure 1 An overall view of the front-end cooling module provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the front-end cooling module provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 5 This is a structural view of the wind shield 1 provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0056] See also Figures 1 to 5 An embodiment of the present invention provides a front-end cooling module for dissipating heat from the front end of an automobile. The front-end cooling module includes a windshield 1, a condenser 4, and a radiator 5. The windshield 1 includes an outer frame 3 and a back panel 2 disposed within the outer frame 3. The condenser 4 is disposed within the outer frame 3 and is clipped onto the back panel 2. The radiator 5 is located on the side of the condenser 4 away from the back panel 2 and is clipped onto the outer frame 3.

[0057] The above technical solution enables quick assembly and disassembly by snapping the condenser 4 into the interior of the wind shield 1 and interlocking the radiator 5 with the wind shield 1. Compared to the prior art method of connecting the condenser 4, radiator 5, and wind shield 1 with bolts, the present invention improves the assembly and disassembly efficiency of the front-end cooling module, reduces labor and parts, and lowers production costs.

[0058] Furthermore, if Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the condenser 4 and the back plate 2 are arranged along the length direction of the car ( Figures 1 to 5 The condenser 4 is connected to the back panel 2 in the direction from the front end of the vehicle to the rear end of the vehicle by snapping together. Connecting the condenser 4 in a front-to-rear snap-fit manner facilitates the construction of the condenser 4 inside the wind shield 1, so that the airflow gathered by the wind shield 1 can all pass through the condenser 4, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency of the condenser 4. Compared with the prior art of connecting the condenser 4 and the back panel 2 by bolt connection, the condenser 4 is snap-fitted to the back panel 2 in this embodiment, which can improve assembly efficiency and reduce labor and parts costs. Specifically, a plurality of snap-fit interfaces 6 that pass through along the length direction are constructed on the condenser 4; a plurality of snap-fit plugs 7 extending along the length direction of the car are provided on the back panel 2. The number of the snap-fit plugs 7 is equal to the number of the snap-fit interfaces 6, and each snap-fit plug 7 is snap-fitted to a snap-fit interface 6.

[0059] Furthermore, if Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the card interface 6 is a stepped hole, and a stepped surface 8 facing away from the wind shield 1 is constructed inside it; the card plug 7 includes at least one card post 9, and the end of the card post 9 is provided with a first limiting surface 10 facing the back plate 2; the first limiting surface 10 is in contact with the stepped surface 8. As a preferred embodiment, the card plug 7 can include two card posts 9, and the first limiting surface 10 on each card post 9 is provided on a side away from the other card post 9. The two card posts 9 are spaced a certain distance apart, and a limiting protrusion is provided at the end of each card post 9. Each limiting protrusion protrudes from the surface of the card post 9 where it is located in a direction away from the other card post 9, and each first limiting surface 10 is provided on the limiting protrusion. When the card plug 7 is inserted into the card interface 6, the inner wall of the card interface 6 applies pressure to the limiting protrusion, causing the two card posts 9 to approach each other. The clamping post 9 has elasticity to return to its original shape. When the limiting protrusion moves to the side of the step surface 8, the clamping post 9 can return to the state before entering the card interface 6, so that the first limiting surface 10 moves to a position where it fits the step surface 8.

[0060] Furthermore, if Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the radiator 5 is constructed with multiple Figures 1 to 5A plurality of snap-in slots 12 are constructed on the outer frame 3. The number of snap-in slots 12 is equal to the number of snap-in plates 11, and each snap-in plate 11 is snap-into one snap-in slot 12. Specifically, snap-in plates 11 are provided on both sides of the radiator 5 along the width direction. The snap-in slots 12 are opened through the width direction and the openings of the snap-in slots 12 are upward. The snap-in plates 11 can enter the snap-in slots 12 from top to bottom. By snapping the radiator 5 to the wind shield 1, the condenser 4 can be enclosed inside the cooling module, which not only makes the structure of the cooling module compact but also protects the condenser 4 and prevents the condenser 4 from being hit when the condensing module is installed. Furthermore, the direction in which the radiator 5 is fastened to the wind shield 1 is perpendicular to the direction in which the condenser 4 is fastened to the wind shield 1. During assembly of the cooling module, the equipment assembling the condenser 4 pushes the condenser 4 toward the wind shield 1 from the front, while the equipment assembling the radiator 5 pushes the radiator 5 downward from above the wind shield 1. The two sets of equipment do not interfere with each other. The equipment assembling the condenser 4 and the radiator 5 can be arranged at the same workstation, improving space utilization, shortening the production line, and increasing production efficiency.

[0061] Furthermore, if Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a second limiting surface 13 facing downward is constructed in the clamping groove 12 . When the clamping plate 11 is inserted into the clamping groove 12 , the second limiting surface 13 fits in with the upper end surface of the clamping plate 11 .

[0062] Furthermore, a snap-in base 14 is provided on the outer frame 3, and a snap-in slot 12 is constructed on the snap-in base 14. At least one snap-in plate 11 with a folded edge 18 is constructed on each side of the radiator 5. Specifically, the end of the snap-in plate 11 facing away from the radiator 5 is provided with a folded edge 18, and the folded edge 18 is provided with a third limiting surface 15 facing the radiator 5. The third limiting surface 15 is aligned with the end face of the snap-in base 14 facing away from the radiator 5. The inner wall of the snap-in slot 12 can limit the freedom of the snap-in plate 11 along the length direction, the second limiting surface 13 can limit the freedom of the snap-in plate 11 along the vertical direction, and the third limiting surface 15 can limit the freedom of the snap-in plate 11 along the width direction. This ensures a tight connection between the radiator 5 and the wind shield 1, preventing the two from separating.

[0063] Furthermore, if Figure 5 As shown, a fan 16 is provided in the vent 19 and is detachably connected to the wind shield 1. The fan 16 is used to drive airflow through the radiator 5 and the condenser 4. Specifically, the vent 19 is covered with a protective grille 17. The fan 16 is provided on a side of the protective grille 17 close to the condenser 4. The fan 16 is detachably connected to the protective grille 17.

[0064] An embodiment of the present invention further provides an assembly method for assembling any of the aforementioned front-end cooling modules on a vehicle, the assembly method comprising:

[0065] S1. Fix the position of the wind shield 1. Limit the degree of freedom of the wind shield 1 in all directions and the degree of freedom of rotation, so as to facilitate the positioning of the condenser 4 and the radiator 5 based on the position of the wind shield 1.

[0066] S2. Snap the condenser 4 onto the inner side of the back panel 2. The wind shield 1 comprises an outer frame 3 and a back panel 2. The back panel 2 and the outer frame 3 enclose an installation space. The surface of the back panel 2 facing the installation space is the inner side of the back panel 2. Once the condenser 4 is snapped onto the inner side of the back panel 2, it is positioned within the installation space. During assembly on a real vehicle, the outer side of the back panel 2 faces the rear, while the inner side faces the front.

[0067] S3. Attach the radiator 5 to the outer frame 3. By attaching the condenser 4 to the interior of the wind shield 1 and interlocking the radiator 5 with the wind shield 1, the assembly efficiency of the front-end cooling module is improved. Furthermore, by attaching the radiator 5 to the outer frame 3, the condenser 4 is enclosed within the installation space, allowing airflow to pass through the entire condenser 4, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency of the condenser 4.

[0068] The assembly method of the above-mentioned technical solution can achieve quick installation by snapping the condenser 4 into the interior of the wind shield 1 and snapping the radiator 5 into the wind shield 1. Compared with the bolt connection method used in the prior art, the snap-on assembly method of the present invention can improve the assembly and disassembly efficiency of the front-end cooling module, reduce the use of manpower and parts, and reduce production costs. It is worth mentioning that the above-mentioned assembly process is reversible. When maintaining the front-end cooling module, the above-mentioned assembly method can be used in reverse to disassemble the front-end cooling module, which can also improve the disassembly speed and maintenance efficiency of the front-end cooling module.

[0069] Furthermore, snapping the condenser 4 to the inner side of the back plate 2 includes:

[0070] A1. Construct a plurality of card plugs 7 extending along the length direction on the back plate 2.

[0071] A2. Construct a plurality of card interfaces 6 that penetrate along the length direction on the condenser 4. The number of card interfaces 6 is equal to the number of card plugs 7, and the positions correspond one to one.

[0072] A3. Move the condenser 4 to the side of the back panel 2 where the snap-in plugs 7 are located, and align the lines connecting each snap-in plug 7 to its corresponding snap-in interface 6 in parallel with the longitudinal direction. Align the snap-in interface 6 with the snap-in plug 7 to facilitate applying pressure toward the wind shield 1 through the condenser 4, allowing the snap-in interface 6 to snap into engagement with the snap-in plug 7.

[0073] A4. Move the condenser 4 along the length direction so that the card interface 6 is engaged with the card plug 7. Specifically, moving the condenser 4 along the length direction includes two stages. In the first stage, the installation equipment drives the condenser 4 to move at a constant speed so that the end of the card plug 7 contacts the port of the card interface 6. In the second stage, pressure directed toward the back panel 2 is applied to the condenser 4. A guide surface is provided at the end of the card plug 7. Under the squeezing action of the inner wall of the card interface 6, the guide surface will guide the card plug 7 to undergo elastic deformation to adapt to the caliber of the card interface 6. After passing through the card interface 6, the card plug 7 will be separated from the inner wall of the card interface 6 and return to its original state.

[0074] As a further embodiment, the snap-in interface 6 is a stepped hole with a stepped surface 8 formed therein facing away from the windshield 1. The snap-in plug 7 includes at least one snap-in post 9, each end of which is provided with a first stop surface 10 facing the backplate 2. When the snap-in interface 6 and snap-in plug 7 are snapped together, the first stop surface 10 aligns with the stepped surface 8. The number of snap-in posts 9 can be one, two, three, or more. There is no limitation on the number of snap-in posts 9; any number of snap-in posts 9 that can snap the snap-in plug 7 to the snap-in interface 6 falls within the scope of protection of the present invention. As a preferred embodiment, the snap-in plug 7 includes two snap-in posts 9, each with a first stop surface 10 located on a side facing away from the other snap-in post 9. The two snap-in posts 9 are spaced a certain distance apart, and each snap-in post 9 has a stop projection at its end. Each stop projection protrudes from the surface of the snap-in post 9 in a direction facing away from the other snap-in post 9, and each first stop surface 10 is provided on the stop projection. When the card plug 7 is inserted into the card interface 6, the inner wall of the card interface 6 applies pressure to the stop protrusion, forcing the two card posts 9 toward each other. The card posts 9 have elasticity to return to their original state. When the stop protrusion moves to the side of the stepped surface 8, the card posts 9 can return to the state before entering the card interface 6, causing the first stop surface 10 to move to a position where it contacts the stepped surface 8.

[0075] Furthermore, snapping the heat sink 5 to the outer frame 3 includes:

[0076] B1. Constructing a plurality of card slots 12 on the outer frame 3 that open upward and extend along the width direction of the car;

[0077] B2. Construct a plurality of card plates 11 extending along the width direction of the car on the radiator 5. The card plates 11 are equal in number to the card slots 12 and have a one-to-one correspondence in position;

[0078] B3. Move the radiator 5 to above the outer frame 3, and make the projection of each snap-in plate 11 in the vertical direction fall into its corresponding snap-in groove 12. Specifically, the snap-in plate 11 includes a connecting end connected to the radiator 5 and a free end away from the radiator 5. The projection that falls into the snap-in groove 12 in the vertical direction is the portion between the connecting end and the free end, rather than the entire projection of the snap-in plate 11 falling into the snap-in groove 12. In addition, the inside of the snap-in groove 12 specifically refers to the inner bottom surface of the snap-in groove 12. That is, when the snap-in plate 11 moves downward in the vertical direction, the bottom surface of the portion between the free end and the connecting end of the snap-in plate 11 can fit into the inner bottom surface of the snap-in groove 12.

[0079] B4. Move the radiator 5 in the vertical direction so that the snap-in plate 11 is snap-fitted with the snap-in groove 12. Specifically, a snap-in structure is provided in the snap-in groove 12, and moving the radiator 5 in the vertical direction includes two stages. In the first stage, the assembly equipment drives the radiator 5 to move at a constant speed in the vertical direction until the bottom surface of the snap-in plate 11 is in contact with the snap-in structure. In the second stage, the assembly equipment applies downward pressure to the radiator 5 so that the snap-in plate 11 can compress the snap-in structure to deform, so as to allow the snap-in plate 11 to enter the snap-in groove 12. Subsequently, the snap-in plate 11 moves below the snap-in structure, and the snap-in structure returns to its original state to prevent the snap-in plate 11 from moving upward.

[0080] As a further embodiment, a second limiting surface 13 facing downward is constructed in the snap-fit groove 12. The snap-fit structure described in B4 is a limiting protrusion provided on the side wall of the snap-fit groove 12, and the limiting protrusion is provided with a second limiting surface 13 facing downward. When the snap-fit plate 11 is inserted into the snap-fit groove 12, the limiting protrusion is pressed away from the side wall of the snap-fit groove 12 opposite to it, so that the snap-fit plate 11 can pass between the limiting protrusion and the side wall of the snap-fit groove 12 opposite to it. When the snap-fit plate 11 moves to the bottom of the limiting protrusion, it no longer applies pressure to the limiting protrusion. The limiting protrusion returns to its original shape under the action of its own elasticity, so that the second limiting surface 13 constructed on the limiting protrusion moves to the top of the snap-fit, and the second limiting surface 13 fits with the upper end face of the snap-fit plate 11 to limit the upward movement of the snap-fit plate 11.

[0081] Furthermore, a snap-fit seat 14 is provided on the outer frame 3, and a snap-fit groove 12 is constructed on the snap-fit seat 14; a folded edge 18 is provided on the end of the snap-fit plate 11 away from the radiator 5, and a third limiting surface 15 facing the radiator 5 is provided on the folded edge 18; when the snap-fit plate 11 is snapped into engagement with the snap-fit groove 12, the third limiting surface 15 fits in with the end surface of the snap-fit seat 14 facing away from the radiator 5. The construction method and advantages of the folded edge 18 and the third limiting surface 15 have been described in detail above and will not be repeated here. It is worth mentioning that the number of snap-fit plates 11 provided with folded edges 18 in this example can be one or more, and there is no restriction here. Any number of folded edges 18 that can limit the movement of the radiator 5 in the width direction relative to the wind shield 1 is within the protection scope of this application.

[0082] Furthermore, before the condenser 4 is connected to the wind shield 1, the following steps are further included:

[0083] S11. Constructing the vent 19 on the back plate 2;

[0084] S12 constructs a protective grille 17 on the outside of the back plate 2, so that the protective grille 17 covers the vents 19;

[0085] S13. Install fan 16 within vent 19 and removably connect fan 16 to protective grille 17. Fan 16 is configured to blow air from the inside of back panel 2 to the outside of back panel 2. Protective grille 17 provides an attachment point for fan 16, facilitating its installation. Furthermore, protective grille 17 prevents foreign matter from entering vent 19 and colliding with fan 16, causing damage.

[0086] Embodiments of the present invention also provide an automobile comprising any of the aforementioned front-end cooling modules. Automobiles employing this technical solution not only improve assembly efficiency and save costs, but also shorten production lines and increase production efficiency. Furthermore, due to the highly integrated and compact size of the front-end cooling module, cabin space utilization in automobiles employing this module is significantly improved.

[0087] Although the present invention has been illustrated and described with reference to certain preferred embodiments thereof, it should be understood by those skilled in the art that the above description is provided as a further detailed description of the present invention in conjunction with specific embodiments thereof, and that the specific implementation of the present invention is not limited to these descriptions. Those skilled in the art may make various changes in form and details, including simple deductions or substitutions, without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A front-end cooling module for heat dissipation at the front end of a car, characterized in that: The front-end cooling module includes: A wind shield (1) comprising an outer frame (3) and a back plate (2) arranged inside the outer frame (3); A condenser (4) is arranged inside the outer frame (3), and the condenser (4) is snap-connected to the back plate (2); The radiator (5) is located on a side of the condenser (4) away from the back plate (2), and the radiator (5) is snap-connected to the outer frame (3).

2. The front-end cooling module according to claim 1, wherein: The condenser (4) is provided with a plurality of card interfaces (6) extending along the length direction of the vehicle; the back panel (2) is provided with a plurality of card plugs (7) extending along the length direction, the number of the card plugs (7) being equal to the number of the card interfaces (6), and each of the card plugs (7) is card-connected with one of the card interfaces (6).

3. The front-end cooling module according to claim 2, wherein: The card interface (6) is a stepped hole, and a stepped surface (8) facing away from the wind shield (1) is constructed therein; the card plug (7) includes at least one card post (9), and the end of each card post (9) is provided with a first limiting surface (10) facing the back plate (2); the first limiting surface (10) is in contact with the stepped surface (8).

4. The front-end cooling module according to claim 3, wherein: The clamping plug (7) comprises two clamping posts (9), and the first limiting surface (10) on each clamping post (9) is arranged on a side away from the other clamping post (9).

5. The front-end cooling module according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The radiator (5) is provided with a plurality of snap-in plates (11) extending in the width direction of the automobile; the outer frame (3) is provided with a plurality of snap-in slots (12), the number of the snap-in slots (12) being equal to the number of the snap-in plates (11), and each of the snap-in plates (11) is snap-connected to a snap-in slot (12).

6. The front-end cooling module according to claim 5, wherein: The radiator (5) is provided with the clamping plates (11) on both sides along the width direction, the clamping slot (12) is opened through along the width direction and the opening of the clamping slot (12) is upward, and the clamping plates (11) can enter the clamping slot (12) from top to bottom.

7. The front-end cooling module according to claim 6, wherein: A second limiting surface (13) facing downward is constructed in the clamping groove (12); when the clamping plate (11) is inserted into the clamping groove (12), the second limiting surface (13) is in contact with the upper end surface of the clamping plate (11).

8. The front-end cooling module according to claim 7, wherein: The outer frame (3) is provided with a snap-fit seat (14), and the snap-fit groove (12) is constructed on the snap-fit seat (14); the end of the snap-fit plate (11) away from the radiator (5) is provided with a folding edge (18), and the folding edge (18) is provided with a third limiting surface (15) facing the radiator (5); when the snap-fit plate (11) is snap-fitted with the snap-fit groove (12), the third limiting surface (15) is in contact with the end surface of the snap-fit seat (14) away from the radiator (5).

9. The front-end cooling module according to any one of claims 6 to 8, characterized in that: A vent (19) is provided at the center of the back plate (2), a fan (16) is provided in the vent (19), and the fan (16) is detachably connected to the wind shield (1), and the fan (16) is used to drive airflow through the radiator (5) and the condenser (4).

10. The front-end cooling module according to claim 9, wherein: The vent (19) is covered with a protective grille (17), and the fan (16) is arranged on a side of the protective grille (17) close to the condenser (4). The fan (16) and the protective grille (17) are detachably connected.

11. An assembly method for assembling the front-end cooling module according to any one of claims 1 to 10 on a vehicle, characterized in that: The assembly method comprises: Fixing the position of the wind shield (1); The condenser (4) is clamped to the inner side surface of the back plate (2); The radiator (5) is snap-connected to the outer frame (3).

12. The assembly method according to claim 11, wherein: The step of clamping the condenser (4) to the inner side of the back plate (2) comprises: A plurality of card-connecting plugs (7) extending along the length direction are constructed on the back plate (2); A plurality of card interfaces (6) are constructed on the condenser (4) and pass through along the length direction, wherein the number of the card interfaces (6) is equal to the number of the card plugs (7), and the positions thereof correspond one to one; The condenser (4) is moved to the side of the back plate (2) where the card plug (7) is provided, and the connection line between each card plug (7) and its corresponding card interface (6) is parallel to the length direction; The condenser (4) is moved along the length direction so that the card interface (6) is engaged with the card plug (7).

13. The assembly method according to claim 12, wherein: The card interface (6) is a stepped hole, and a stepped surface (8) facing away from the wind shield (1) is constructed inside the card interface (6); the card plug (7) includes at least one card post (9), and the end of each card post (9) is provided with a first limiting surface (10) facing the back plate (2); when the card plug (7) is carded with the card interface (6), the first limiting surface (10) is in contact with the stepped surface (8).

14. The assembly method according to claim 13, wherein: The clamping plug (7) comprises two clamping posts (9), and the first limiting surface (10) on each clamping post (9) is arranged on a side away from the other clamping post (9).

15. The assembly method according to claim 11, wherein: The snap-fitting of the radiator (5) and the outer frame (3) comprises: A plurality of snap-in slots (12) are constructed on the outer frame (3), the openings facing upward and extending through the width direction of the vehicle; A plurality of clamping plates (11) extending along the width direction of the automobile are constructed on the radiator (5), the number of the clamping plates (11) being equal to the number of the clamping slots (12), and the positions thereof being in one-to-one correspondence; The heat sink (5) is moved above the outer frame (3), and the projection of each of the clamping plates (11) in the vertical direction falls within the corresponding clamping groove (12); The heat sink (5) is moved in a vertical direction so that the clamping plate (11) is clamped with the clamping groove (12).

16. The assembly method according to claim 15, wherein: A second limiting surface (13) facing downward is constructed in the clamping groove (12); when the clamping plate (11) is inserted into the clamping groove (12), the second limiting surface (13) is in contact with the upper end surface of the clamping plate (11).

17. The assembly method according to claim 16, wherein: The outer frame (3) is provided with a snap-fit seat (14), and the snap-fit groove (12) is constructed on the snap-fit seat (14); the end of the snap-fit plate (11) away from the radiator (5) is provided with a folding edge (18), and the folding edge (18) is provided with a third limiting surface (15) facing the radiator (5); when the snap-fit plate (11) is snap-fitted with the snap-fit groove (12), the third limiting surface (15) is in contact with the end surface of the snap-fit seat (14) away from the radiator (5).

18. The assembly method according to claim 17, wherein: Also includes: Constructing a vent (19) on the back plate (2); constructing a protective grille (17) on the outer side of the back plate (2), so that the protective grille (17) covers the ventilation opening (19); A fan (16) is provided in the vent (19), and the fan (16) is detachably connected to the protective grille (17), and the fan (16) is constructed to blow air from the inner side of the back plate (2) to the outer side of the back plate (2).

19. An automobile, characterized in that: The front-end cooling module comprises the front-end cooling module according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

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