Plug connector part for a housing for a control device, housing for a control device for a vehicle, control device for a vehicle comprising such a housing, and vehicle comprising a control device

Abstract

The invention relates to a plug connector part (10) which is designed to interact with at least one housing part (56, 58), in particular a housing part (56, 58) made of metal, the plug connector part (10) and the at least one housing part (56, 58) being designed to engage with the housing part (56, 58). The invention relates to a housing (50) for a control device (100) for a vehicle (200), in particular for a vehicle component of a vehicle (200). The control device (100) has a plurality of control elements (102, 104) interconnected to one another in a signal-conducting manner for controlling functions of the vehicle (200). The plug connector part (10) has one or more plug connectors (16) for a signal line (18) to be coupled and a contact region (28, 62, 64) which extends along at least one section of the plug connector part (10) and which is designed to be connected in a sealing manner to the housing part (56, 58). The plug connector part (10) also has at least one connector structure (34) which is arranged on an inner side (24) of the plug connector part delimiting an interior space (54) of the housing (50), the housing part (56, 58) is provided with a holding device (60) which is arranged on the housing part (56, 58) or can be connected with the housing part (56, 58) to hold the plug connector part (10) in position relative to the housing part (56, 58).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a plug-in connector part, which is configured to cooperate with at least one housing part, in particular a housing part made of metal or plastic, wherein the plug-in connector part and the at least one housing part are intended to form a housing for a control device for a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component of the vehicle, wherein the control device has a plurality of control elements interconnected with one another in a signal-conducting manner for controlling functions of the vehicle, wherein the plug-in connector part has one or more plug-in connectors for signal lines to be coupled and a contact area extending along at least one section of the plug-in connector part, the contact area being set up for connection to the housing part, in particular for connection to the housing part in a form-locking manner and / or in a sealed manner.

[0002] The invention further relates to a housing for a control device for a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component of a vehicle; a control device for a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component of a vehicle; and a vehicle, in particular a passenger vehicle or a commercial vehicle. Background Art

[0003] Known control devices for vehicles, such as engine, brake, or transmission controllers, are used to control vehicle functions, particularly the functions of various vehicle components. These known control devices typically include a plurality of control elements interconnected by signal transmission, which are used to implement various functions and operating states of, for example, the vehicle's engine, brakes, or transmission. The control device typically includes a housing that houses the control elements, which can be constructed at least partially from metal. The area surrounding the housing and surrounding the control elements is defined by a plug-in connector portion (also known as a header). The plug-in connector portion includes at least one plug-in connector, typically configured as a plug interface, for coupling a signal line. The plug-in connector portion also includes a contact area that extends at least along a section of the plug-in connector portion and is configured for connection to the housing portion.

[0004] In control devices known from the prior art, the structural coupling between the housing part and the plug connector part is also achieved via a sealing connection (often an adhesive connection). In particular, if adverse forces act on the plug connector part or the socket, for example due to control lines connected to the plug connector part, the adhesive connection may partially fail, often resulting in a loss of the sealing effect of the adhesive connection. With this failure of the sealing function, moisture may penetrate into the interior of the control device, which in turn can lead to malfunctions of the control device itself and, consequently, vehicle defects. Summary of the Invention

[0005] Against this background, the object of the present invention is to provide a plug-in connector part, a housing, and a control unit that avoid the aforementioned disadvantages. In particular, the object of the present invention is to provide a plug-in connector part, a housing, and a control unit that at least reduce, or in the best case, avoid, structural stresses on the adhesive connection and thus ensure a permanently reliable sealing function.

[0006] According to the invention, this object is achieved with respect to a plug-in connector part by means of the features of the subject matter of claim 1. The invention is based on the plug-in connector part described in the introduction and provides that at least one connector structure is provided on the plug-in connector part, which is arranged on the inner side of the plug-in connector part, which delimits the interior space of the housing, and is designed to hold the plug-in connector part in position relative to the housing part by means of holding means arranged on the housing part or connectable to the housing part.

[0007] The present invention is distinguished by the provision of a connector structure, constructed separately from the contact region, on the plug-in connector part. This connector structure provides an additional structural coupling between the plug-in connector part (also known as the socket) and the housing part, typically made of metal or plastic, that accommodates the plug-in connector part. Consequently, forces acting on the plug-in connector part, for example, by signal lines of a plug-in connector coupled to the plug-in connector part during operation of the control device, are no longer absorbed via an adhesive connection. Instead, these forces are absorbed by the connector structure and introduced into the housing part to which the plug-in connector part can be connected. Compared to known embodiments, the connector structure, arranged on the inner side of the plug-in connector part, significantly reduces the forces acting on the sealed connection and, in optimal cases, completely eliminates them. Preferably, a force-free adhesive connection is formed between the plug-in connector part and the housing part, which achieves a particularly durable sealing effect. The inner side of the plug-in connector part, on which the connector structure is arranged, defines the interior of the housing of the control device, within which the control elements of the control device are arranged.

[0008] Currently, the plug connectors that connect the signal lines in the operating state of the control unit can be plugs (eg pin strips) or designed as plug sleeves, by means of which correspondingly designed plug connectors for signal transmission are coupled.

[0009] Developments of the invention are described in the dependent claims, which are directed to advantageous features within the scope of the proposed task and develop the concept of the invention with further advantageous aspects.

[0010] In one possible refinement, the plug-in connector part includes a wall section that defines a portion of the housing, wherein one or more plug-in connectors are arranged on the outer side of the wall section, and the connector structure is arranged on the inner side of the wall section. Preferably, the wall section of the plug-in connector part forms a wall region of the housing that surrounds the control element and, therefore, the electronic components of the control device. In one possible embodiment, the wall section forms at least one flat surface region on the plug-in connector part. On the one hand, the wall section separates the outer side of the plug-in connector part (particularly on the surface regions of the wall section facing away from each other) from the inner side. On the other hand, elements are arranged on the facing away surface regions of the wall section, namely, the plug-in connector on the outer side and at least one connector structure on the inner side, by means of which forces are applied to the plug-in connector part and these forces are dissipated into the housing part to which the plug-in connector part can be coupled, thereby securely holding the plug-in connector part in its position on the housing part in the assembled state. Advantageously, deformation of the plug-in connector part due to the forces acting on it is prevented.

[0011] Providing a wall section on the plug connector part also provides an advantageous design possibility in which the contact region can abut against the housing part. Preferably, the contact region is formed along at least a section of the periphery of the wall section. According to a preferred refinement, the contact region is formed around the periphery of the wall section on the plug connector part. The contact region on the plug connector part can abut against one or more housing parts to form the housing.

[0012] Preferably, multiple connector structures are arranged on the inner side of the plug connector part, preferably configured as inwardly protruding retaining portions or sleeves. By arranging multiple such connector structures on the inner side of the plug connector part, particularly on its inner wall sections, a more uniform force distribution can be achieved over a larger area on the inner side of the plug connector part. This further reduces point-like structural loads on the plug connector part, which contributes to the dimensional stability of the plug connector part. Preferably, at least two, three, or more such connector structures are arranged on the inner side of the plug connector part, particularly on the inner sides of its wall sections. In one possible design, the multiple connector structures are arranged at evenly spaced intervals, for example, along the length of the plug connector part.

[0013] In one possible design, the connector structure is constructed as an inner protruding retaining portion or sleeve, which can be coupled in a simple manner to a corresponding retaining device arranged on or connected to the housing part. Preferably, the connector structure is constructed as a sleeve, and for example, a bolt protruding from the housing part or a fastening pin, for example in the form of a screw, which can be inserted after the housing is assembled, cooperates with the sleeve. For example, the retaining device constructed as a screw passes through the connector structure constructed as a sleeve and is fastened with its end having a threaded section opposite to the head in a threaded blind hole of a fastening boss on one of the housing parts. In an alternative or optional design, the corresponding connector structure constructed as a retaining portion has, for example, a tab section protruding vertically from the plug connector part, and a cylindrical boss is arranged at the end of the tab section, and the connector structure is embedded in a corresponding recess constructed in one or more housing parts. The connector structure formed on the inner side of the plug connector part can each have any design / shape as long as it is suitable for forming a positive connection between the connector structure on the plug connector part and a retaining device arranged on the housing part or connectable to the housing part.

[0014] According to a preferred refinement of the present invention, the connector structure is integrally formed with the plug-in connector part. In particular, the connector structure is injection-molded onto the plug-in connector part (also known as the socket). The one-piece or integral design of the plug-in connector part achieves a durable, secure connection between the connector structure and adjacent areas of the plug-in connector part, thereby enabling stable force transmission. In a preferred embodiment, the connector structure is injection-molded onto the plug-in connector part, thereby creating the connector structure directly on the plug-in connector part during its manufacture.

[0015] In one possible embodiment of the present invention, the plug-in connector part includes a circumferential recess of constant width along the contact region for forming a sealed connection, in particular an adhesive connection, with the housing part. The constant width of the recess ensures a uniform connection along the entire contact region between the plug-in connector part and at least one housing part capable of contacting it. This helps avoid sections or areas of weakened joining force due to excessive buildup of adhesive between the components to be connected.

[0016] Preferably, the recess is formed along the periphery of the wall section of the plug-in connector part, which further simplifies the contact of the plug-in connector part with one or more housing parts, such as the housing lower part and / or the housing cover, to form the housing. Furthermore, the design of a recess having a constant width offers the advantage that, with such a constant width form-fit connection, an equal amount of adhesive per unit length of the recess can be applied circumferentially into the recess, thereby ensuring a sealed connection with the housing part, i.e., primarily the sealing function of the adhesive connection.

[0017] According to a refinement of the present invention, the recess is shaped like a groove and has two side walls extending parallel to each other at regular intervals along its length, and a bottom surface extending approximately perpendicular to the side walls. The two side walls, preferably extending parallel to each other, particularly along the entire recess, provide a structurally simple, particularly circumferential recess of constant width in the connector part. This groove-like design also simplifies the process of introducing adhesive to establish an adhesive bond between the connector part and at least one housing part capable of contacting the connector part. The depth of the groove-shaped recess is determined, in particular, by the bottom surface, which preferably extends perpendicular to the side walls. In this case, the width of the bottom surface or the spacing between the parallel side walls defines the width of the recess. Preferably, the recess has an arcuate section in addition to its straight-line sections in its direction of extension, thereby achieving a gradual change in direction in the contact area and, therefore, improving the connection between the contact surfaces to be joined.

[0018] Preferably, the inner sidewalls of the recess have a smaller height from the bottom surface than the outer sidewalls. The shortened inner sidewalls allow excess adhesive in the recess to drain toward the inner side of the housing when the plug-in connector part comes into contact with at least one housing part. This prevents contamination of the outer side of the housing during construction, simplifying housing assembly. Furthermore, the sidewalls of different heights allow the housing part in contact with the plug-in connector part to terminate flush with the upper edge of the plug-in connector part, allowing a flat housing design. Preferably, the height of the inner sidewalls is shortened by approximately one-quarter to one-third relative to the height of the outer sidewalls.

[0019] One refinement of the present invention provides for a reinforcing structure to be provided at the plug connector part, preferably extending along at least one section of the side edge of the wall segment. The reinforcing structure provides additional reinforcement at the plug connector part in addition to the connector structure on the inner side of the plug connector part. These reinforcing structures improve the plug connector part's resistance to deformation. The reinforcing structure extends partially on both the outer and inner sides of the plug connector part and preferably reinforces the wall segment at the plug connector part, in particular the large, flat central wall segment. The reinforced wall segments define portions of the housing that define the outer dimensions of the wall portion. Preferably, at least two reinforcing structures spaced apart from one another are provided at the plug connector part, further increasing the plug connector part's resistance to deformation.

[0020] In one possible embodiment of the present invention, the reinforcement structure is designed as a material tab protruding laterally from the outer and / or inner side of the wall segment, accommodating the recess. Preferably, the reinforcement structure acts in conjunction with a recess or recesses formed on the periphery of the plug connector part. For example, this provides additional reinforcement of specific areas of the wall segment of the plug connector part that are at increased risk of deformation perpendicular to the plane of the wall segment.

[0021] In one possible embodiment, the plug-in connector part has a central wall section that accommodates one or more plug-in connectors. Two wall end pieces extending at an angle to the central wall section adjoin the central wall section at opposite ends and project from a surface defining the inner side of the wall section. A connecting radius is preferably provided in the deflection region between the central wall section and the wall end pieces. In combination with reinforcement structures that preferably extend along the longitudinal sides of the central wall section and the wall end pieces, the plug-in connector part has a preferably reinforced corner geometry, which has a favorable effect on the deformation resistance of the plug-in connector part.

[0022] In another aspect, the invention relates to a housing for a control device of a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component of a vehicle. For example, such a housing serves to enclose control electronics, for example for a vehicle component, in a sealed manner with respect to external environmental conditions.

[0023] The housing according to the present invention achieves the basic task of a plug-in connector part by comprising a plug-in connector part according to one of the preferred developments or embodiments described above and at least one housing part cooperating with the plug-in connector part, in particular a housing part made of metal, wherein the housing part has at least one retaining means that cooperates with a connector structure on the plug-in connector part to hold the plug-in connector part in position relative to the housing part. With this housing designed according to the present invention, the retaining means cooperates with the connector structure provided on the plug-in connector part to achieve a structural coupling between the housing part and the plug-in connector part, so that forces that may act on the plug-in connector part, in particular on a wall section of the plug-in connector part, can be reliably absorbed by or on the connector structure formed on the inner side of the plug-in connector part and can be dissipated into the housing part via the retaining means on the housing part. The additional connector structure formed on the inner side of the plug-in connector part and the retaining means on the cooperating housing part prevent structural stress on the sealing connection produced in the contact area between the at least one housing part and the plug-in connector part.

[0024] A preferred embodiment of the housing provides that the housing portion has a projection extending along its contact region that interacts with a recess in the plug-in connector portion. Preferably, the housing portion, with its projection extending along its contact region, engages with the recess in the plug-in connector portion and comes into contact with an adhesive, in particular one previously introduced into the recess in the plug-in connector portion, to form a sealed connection. As the adhesive connection hardens, a sealing function is established in the contact region between the plug-in connector portion and the housing portion. In the optimal case, the sealed connection, in particular the adhesive connection, is free of any forces due to the connector structure on the inner side of the plug-in connector portion and the cooperating retaining means.

[0025] The housing for a control unit utilizes the same advantages and preferred developments as the plug-in connector part according to the invention, which together with at least one housing part is intended to form a housing for a control unit for a vehicle.

[0026] In a third aspect, the present invention relates to a control device for a vehicle, in particular for a vehicle component of a vehicle, the control device having a plug connector part according to any one of claims 1 to 9 or a housing according to any one of claims 10 and 11, wherein control elements for controlling functions of the vehicle are arranged within the housing and are interconnected with each other in a signal-conducting manner, wherein the control elements are preferably arranged on a circuit board.

[0027] In a further aspect, the invention relates to a vehicle, in particular a passenger vehicle or commercial vehicle, having at least one plug connector part according to any of claims 1 to 9, a housing according to any of claims 10 and 11 or a control device according to claim 12.

[0028] The preferred embodiments and improvements described for the plug connector part or housing are also preferred embodiments or improvements of the control device for a vehicle according to the invention or the vehicle itself (in particular, a passenger vehicle or a commercial vehicle). The control device and the vehicle utilize the same advantages as the plug connector part or housing according to the invention.

[0029] Now, an embodiment of the invention will now be described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in comparison with the prior art, which is also partially shown. These drawings do not necessarily show the embodiment with exact dimensions, but rather the drawings used for explanation are implemented in a schematic and / or slightly distorted form. For supplementary content on the teachings that can be directly derived from the drawings, see the relevant prior art. It should be taken into account that various modifications or changes can be made to the form and details of the embodiment without departing from the general concept of the invention. The features disclosed in the description, drawings and claims are of great significance to the improvement scheme of the present invention, whether individually or in any combination. In addition, all combinations of at least two of the features disclosed in the description, drawings and / or claims fall within the scope of the present invention. The general concept of the invention is not limited to the exact form or details of the preferred embodiment shown and described below, nor is it limited to subject matter that is limited compared to the subject matter claimed for protection. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] Further advantages, features and details of the present invention are set forth in the following description of preferred embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings; in which:

[0031] Figure 1 A perspective view of a housing with a plug connector part according to the invention and two housing parts is shown in an exploded view;

[0032] Figure 2 A top view of a portion of a plug connector according to the invention is shown, with the housing portion removed;

[0033] Figure 3 shows a perspective view of the control device according to the invention from the inside thereof in the form of an exploded view, with the housing cover removed; and

[0034] Figure 4 Shown with Figure 3 Schematic view of a control device of a vehicle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] Figure 1 A vehicle 200 ( Figure 4) of a control device 100, which has a wall 52 for forming an interior space 54, isolated from the environment, for control elements 102, 104, which are arranged on a circuit board 106 and interconnected with one another. Housing 50 is composed, in particular, of a plug-in connector part 10 according to the present invention and two housing parts 56, 58 that interact with plug-in connector part 10. Housing parts 56, 58 are composed, in particular, of metal or plastic. In the present embodiment, at least one (in the present case, three) retaining means 60 are fastened to housing part 56, which is configured as a housing lower part. These retaining means are preferably configured as screws 68 and interact with plug-in connector part 10 to hold plug-in connector part 10 in position relative to housing parts 56, 58.

[0036] The plug connector part 10 (also called socket) has a wall section 12, which is part of a wall 52 of a housing 50. Two plug connectors 16 are arranged on an outer side 14 of the wall section 12 for coupling schematically indicated signal lines 18.

[0037] The wall section 12 of the plug connector part 10 is composed, in particular, of a central wall section 20 and wall end pieces 22, 22'. The wall end pieces 22, 22' extend at an angle in the range of 30° to 150° relative to the central wall section 20. In the embodiment shown, the wall end pieces 22, 22' extend from the inner side 24 of the wall section 20 (i.e., the inner side of the plug connector part 10) at an angle of approximately 90°.

[0038] In the embodiment shown here, the plug-in connector 16 is designed as a plug 26 . The signal line 18 cooperating therewith has a corresponding plug sleeve at its end (not shown in detail) for cooperating with the plug-in connector 16 , which is designed in particular as a plug 26 .

[0039] The plug-in connector part has a contact area 28 that is designed to correspond, in particular, in a sealing manner, to contact areas 62, 64 on the housing parts 56, 58. In this regard, these contact areas 28, 62, 64 can be connected in a form-fitting manner to close the housing. In this case, the contact area 28 on the plug-in connector part 10 has a depression 32 that runs along the circumference of the plug-in connector part 10. In this case, the contact areas 62, 64 on the housing parts, in particular on the housing lower part 56 and the housing cover 58, each have a material projection 66, 66' that cooperates with the depression 32 on the plug-in connector part 10; in this regard, a sealing connection is formed via the contact areas 28, 62, 64.

[0040] Figure 21 shows a top view of a plug connector part according to the invention, in particular on its inner side 24. Figure 2 As shown, the plug-in connector part 10 has at least one (in the present case, three) connector structure 34 on the inner side 24 that, together with the housing lower part 56 and the housing cover 58, delimits the interior space 54 of the housing 50. These connector structures 34, and in particular, a plurality of connector structures 34, are configured to hold the plug-in connector part 10 in position relative to at least one of the housing parts 56, 58 by means of retaining means 60 arranged on or connectable to the housing parts 56, 58. The connector structure 34 is arranged on the inner side 24 of the wall section 12. In the illustrated embodiment, the connector structure 34 is designed as a sleeve 36. Any desired design of the connector structure 34 is also conceivable, for example, as a retaining portion protruding from the inner side 24 of the plug-in connector part 10.

[0041] The connector structure 34 is integrally formed with the plug connector part 10. The connector structure 34 is injection-molded onto the inner side 24 of the plug connector part 10; the connector structure 34 is thus already produced during the manufacture of the plug connector part 10 (also called socket).

[0042] Another example Figure 2 As shown, the recess 32, which circumferentially serves as the contact area 28 on the plug-in connector part, has a constant width B. The recess 32 is shaped like a groove and has two side walls 38, 38', which extend parallel to each other at a uniform spacing A over their length, in particular over their entire length. In this case, the width B corresponds to the spacing A. The recess 32 also has a bottom surface 40 that extends approximately perpendicular to the side walls 38, 38'. Alternatively, in an embodiment not shown, the bottom of the recess 32 can be of semicircular design. The inner side wall 38' has a smaller height H than the outer side wall 38.

[0043] This prevents the adhesive to be introduced into the recess for producing a sealed connection, in particular a materially bonded connection, between the plug-in connector part 10 and the housing part 56 , 58 to be in contact therewith from leaking outwards.

[0044] In the embodiment shown here, in particular Figure 1 and Figure 3It can be seen that the plug-in connector part 10 has a reinforcement structure 42 that extends along at least a section of the side edges 44, 44' of the wall section 12. The reinforcement structure 42 is produced, in particular, in the region of the circumferentially formed recess 32 in the wall section 12. The reinforcement structure 42 forms a circumferential material thickening at the periphery 30 of the wall section 12 and is in particular designed as a material web 46 that projects approximately perpendicularly on the outside and / or inside. A circumferential recess 32 of constant width is embedded in this material web 46, which projects circumferentially, in particular, on the inside 24 of the plug-in connector part 10 and on the outside only at the side edges 44, 44'.

[0045] Figure 3 , a perspective view of a control device 100 according to the present invention is shown. The control device has a housing 50 with a plug-in connector part 10 and housing parts 56, 58 (housing cover 58 is not shown for simplicity), and has a plurality of control elements 102, 104 interconnected within housing 50 in a signal-conducting manner for controlling functions of vehicle 200, in particular functions of vehicle components of vehicle 200. In the embodiment shown here, control elements 102, 104 are arranged on a circuit board 106. In the embodiment shown here, the electrical interconnection of circuit board 106 with terminals 48 of plug-in connector 16 protruding from inner side 24 of the plug-in connector part for signal transmission is not shown in detail.

[0046] Figure 3 The diagram shows the interaction of retaining means 60 with the housing lower part 56 (wherein retaining means 60 is arranged on or connectable to housing part 56), and the interaction of retaining means 60 with the connector structure 34 formed on the inner side 24 of the wall section 12. Retaining means 60, which is configured as a bolt, pin, or preferably a screw 68, penetrates the connector structure 34, which is particularly configured as a sleeve 36, and secures the plug-in connector part 10 relative to at least one housing part 56, 58 of the housing 50. If retaining means 60 is configured as a screw, it can interact with a fastening stud 70 protruding from the inner side of the housing lower part 56 and engage in a corresponding recess 72 in the form of a threaded blind hole formed on the fastening stud. Alternatively, retaining means 60, which is configured as a bolt, can also be firmly connected to one of the housing parts 56, 58 that interacts with the plug-in connector part 10 and engages in a corresponding recess in the other housing part (e.g., the housing cover 58).

[0047] Figure 4 The schematic diagram of a vehicle 202, in particular a passenger vehicle 202, is shown. However, the vehicle 200 can also be designed as a commercial vehicle (not shown in detail). The vehicle 200 is equipped with Figure 3, a control device 100 having a plug-in connector part 10 according to the invention is shown in FIG. Thus, the control device 10 has at least one, in particular a plurality of, connector structures 34 on its plug-in connector part 10, which are arranged on the inner side 24 of the plug-in connector part 10 facing the interior space 54 of the housing and are designed to hold the plug-in connector part 10 in position relative to at least one, in particular both, housing parts 56, 58 by means of holding means 60 arranged on the housing parts 56, 58 or connectable to the housing parts, in particular the housing lower part 56.

[0048] Control device 100 may be any controller in vehicle 200 , such as an engine controller, a brake controller, or a transmission controller.

[0049] List of reference numerals (part of the description)

[0050] 10 plug connector part

[0051] 12 wall segments

[0052] 14 outside

[0053] 16-pin connector

[0054] 18 signal lines

[0055] 20 wall sections

[0056] 22, 22' wall end piece

[0057] 24 inside

[0058] 26 plug

[0059] 28 contact areas

[0060] 30 around

[0061] 32 recessed portion

[0062] 34 connector structure

[0063] 36 sleeve

[0064] 38, 38' sidewall

[0065] 40 bottom

[0066] 42 Strengthening structure

[0067] 44, 44' side edge

[0068] 46 material splices

[0069] 48 terminals

[0070] 50 shell

[0071] 52 wall

[0072] 54 interior space

[0073] 56, 58 housing part, housing lower part, housing cover

[0074] 60 holding device

[0075] 62, 64 contact areas

[0076] 66, 66' material protrusion

[0077] 68 bolts and pins

[0078] 70 fastening boss

[0079] 72 concavity

[0080] 100 control devices

[0081] 102, 104 control elements

[0082] 106 circuit board

[0083] 200 vehicles

[0084] 202 passenger vehicles

[0085] A spacing

[0086] B width

[0087] H height

Claims

1. A plug-in connector part (10) configured to cooperate with at least one housing part (56, 58), in particular a housing part (56, 58) made of metal or plastic, wherein: The plug-in connector part (10) and the at least one housing part (56, 58) are intended to form a housing (50) of a control device (100) for a vehicle (200), in particular for a vehicle component of the vehicle (200), wherein the control device (100) has a plurality of control elements (102, 104) interconnected in a signal-conducting manner for controlling functions of the vehicle (200), wherein the plug-in connector part (10) has: - one or more plug connectors (16) for the signal lines (18) to be coupled, and - a contact area (28, 62, 64) extending along at least one section of the plug connector part (10), the contact area being designed for connection to the housing part (56, 58), in particular for connection to the housing part (56, 58) in a form-fitting and / or sealing manner, The invention is characterized in that it has at least one connector structure (34), which is arranged on the inner side (24) of the plug-in connector part, which limits the inner space (54) of the housing (50), and is designed to hold the plug-in connector part (10) in position relative to the housing part (56, 58) by means of a holding device (60) arranged on the housing part (56, 58) or connectable to the housing part.

2. The plug connector part (10) according to claim 1, It is characterized by: The plug connector part (10) has a wall section (12) which defines a part of the housing (50), wherein the plug connector (16) is arranged on the outer side (14) of the wall section (12) and the connector structure (34) is arranged on the inner side (24) of the wall section (12).

3. Plug connector part (10) according to claim 1 or 2, It is characterized by: A plurality of connector structures (34) are arranged on the inner side (24) of the plug connector part (10), wherein the connector structures (34) are preferably configured as inner protruding retaining portions or sleeves (36).

4. The plug connector part (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 3, It is characterized by: The connector structure (34) is constructed in one piece with the plug-in connector part (10), in particular is injection-molded onto the plug-in connector part (10).

5. Plug connector part (10) according to any one of the preceding claims, It is characterized by: The plug-in connector part (10) has a circumferential recess (32) of constant width (B) along the contact region (28, 62, 64) for forming an adhesive connection with the housing part (56, 58).

6. Plug connector part (10) according to claim 5, in, The depression (32) is shaped like a groove and has two side walls (38, 38') extending parallel to each other at a uniform distance (A) over its length, and a bottom surface (40) extending preferably approximately perpendicularly to the side walls.

7. Plug connector part (10) according to claim 6, in, The inner side wall (38') has a smaller height (H) from the bottom surface (40) than the outer side wall (38).

8. Plug connector part (10) according to any one of the preceding claims 2 to 7, It is characterized by: A reinforcement structure (42) is provided on the plug connector part (10), wherein the reinforcement structure (42) preferably extends along at least one section of a side edge (44, 44') of the wall section (12).

9. Plug connector part (10) according to claim 8, It is characterized by: The reinforcement structure (42) is designed as a material web (46) that accommodates the depression (32) and projects laterally from the outside and / or inside of the wall section (12).

10. A housing (50) for a control device (100) of a vehicle (200), in particular for a vehicle component of the vehicle, the housing comprising: The plug connector part (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, and At least one housing part (56, 58), preferably made of metal or plastic, cooperating with the plug-in connector part (10), in particular a housing lower part (56) and / or a housing cover (58), wherein The housing parts (56, 58) have at least one retaining means (60) which cooperates with a connector structure (34) at the plug connector part (10) for holding the plug connector part (10) in position relative to the housing parts (56, 58), in particular for holding the plug connector part (10) in position relative to a housing lower part (56) and / or a housing cover (58).

11. The housing (50) according to claim 10, It is characterized by: The housing parts (56, 58) have projections (66, 66') extending along their contact regions (28, 62, 64) and cooperating with recesses (32) on the plug-type connector part (10).

12. A control device (100) for a vehicle (200), in particular for a vehicle component of the vehicle (200), comprising: The housing (50) according to any one of claims 10 and 11, wherein Control elements (102, 104) interconnected in a signal-conducting manner for controlling functions of the vehicle (200) are provided within the housing (50), wherein the control elements (102, 104) are preferably arranged on a circuit board (106).

13. A vehicle (200), in particular a passenger vehicle (202) or a commercial vehicle, comprising at least: - a plug connector part (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 9, - a housing (50) according to any one of claims 10 and 11, or - A control device (100) according to claim 12.

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