Brake lamp assembly for tail door of vehicle and vehicle

Abstract

The invention discloses a brake lamp assembly for a vehicle tail door and a vehicle. The brake lamp assembly comprises a long-strip-shaped component, and the long-strip-shaped component extends in the length direction and is suitable for being attached to a vehicle tail door in an approximately horizontal posture; the brake lamp comprises a pair of side brake lamps and a middle brake lamp located between the pair of side brake lamps, and the middle brake lamp and the pair of side brake lamps are arranged on the long-strip-shaped component at intervals in the length direction. According to the brake lamp assembly and the vehicle, the middle brake lamp and the side brake lamps are integrated on the long-strip-shaped component, so that the brake lamp assembly is compact in structure and suitable for batch production, the installation process of the brake lamps on the tail door of the vehicle is greatly simplified, and the brake lamps of the vehicle are integrally in a novel and unique design style.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of vehicle technology, and particularly relates to a brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate and the vehicle itself. Background Technology

[0002] Vehicle brake lights, also known as brake lights, illuminate during braking to alert following vehicles. Vehicle brake lights typically include side brake lights positioned along the width of the vehicle on both sides and a center brake light (or high-mounted center brake light). In traditional models where brake lights are mounted on the tailgate, the three brake lights are installed on the left, right, and upper-middle sides of the tailgate, and naturally, each brake light is manufactured separately. This makes the manufacturing and installation (especially installation) of vehicle brake lights time-consuming and labor-intensive, reducing production efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention proposes a brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate and a vehicle thereof. This brake light assembly is suitable for mass production and can save labor and time in installing brake lights on the vehicle tailgate.

[0004] Therefore, according to one aspect of the technical concept of the present invention, a brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate is provided, comprising: an elongated member extending along a length direction and adapted to be attached to the vehicle tailgate in a generally horizontal posture; and a brake light including a pair of side brake lights and a central brake light located between the pair of side brake lights, the central brake light and the pair of side brake lights being spaced apart on the elongated member along the length direction.

[0005] Based on the above-described technical concept, the present invention may further include any one or more of the following optional forms.

[0006] According to some alternative configurations, the pair of side brake lights are arranged to be aligned with each other in the length direction, and the central brake light is arranged to be misaligned with the pair of side brake lights in the length direction.

[0007] According to some alternative configurations, when the elongated member is attached to the vehicle tailgate in a generally horizontal position, the pair of side brake lights are on the same horizontal plane, while the central brake light is offset from the horizontal plane on which the pair of side brake lights are located.

[0008] According to some alternative forms, the elongated member is constructed as an elongated shell and includes transparent side covers and receiving grooves attached to each other, the transparent side covers and the receiving grooves both extending along the length direction and jointly defining the hollow cavity of the elongated member, the brake lamp being disposed in the hollow cavity.

[0009] According to some alternative forms, the elongated member further includes a pair of clamping plates that extend along the length direction and are fixed in the hollow cavity, and the pair of clamping plates are stacked therebetween to clamp the brake lamp.

[0010] According to another aspect of the technical concept of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a vehicle tailgate and a brake light assembly for the vehicle tailgate, the vehicle tailgate having a mounting portion, and the elongated member of the brake light assembly being attached to the mounting portion in a generally horizontal position.

[0011] Based on the above-described technical concept, the present invention may further include any one or more of the following optional forms.

[0012] According to some alternative configurations, when the elongated member is attached to the vehicle tailgate, the horizontal height of the central brake light is higher than the horizontal height of the pair of side brake lights.

[0013] In some alternative configurations, the elongated member is mounted to the mounting portion using threaded fasteners.

[0014] According to some alternative configurations, the mounting portion is constructed as an elongated groove to accommodate the elongated member.

[0015] The brake light assembly and vehicle of the present invention integrate the central brake light and the side brake lights onto a long strip component, which not only has a compact structure suitable for mass production, but also greatly simplifies the installation process of the brake lights on the vehicle tailgate, and gives the vehicle's brake lights a novel and unique design. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Features, advantages and other aspects of the various embodiments of the present invention will become more apparent from the accompanying drawings and the following detailed description, in which several embodiments of the invention are shown by way of example and not limitation, and in the drawings, the same reference numerals denote the same or similar parts.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an exemplary embodiment of a brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate according to the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An exploded view of the brake lamp assembly shown.

[0019] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the brake lamp assembly taken along line AA.

[0020] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 An exploded view of a pair of clamping plates;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of an exemplary embodiment of the tailgate of a vehicle according to the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 An exploded view of the vehicle's tailgate;

[0023] Figure 7 yes Figure 5 The image shows a front view of the vehicle's tailgate.

[0024] Reference numerals: 10-elongated strip-shaped component; 11-transparent side cover; 12-accommodating groove; 12A-first side wall; 12B-second side wall; 13-hollow inner cavity; 14A, 14B-clamping plates; 20-brake light; 21-center brake light; 22A, 22B-side brake lights; 30-vehicle tailgate; 31-mounting part; H1-horizontal height of center brake light; H2-horizontal height of side brake light; L-virtual connection line; Y-length direction; I-brake light assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0026] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indication, the directional indication is only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a certain specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indication will also change accordingly.

[0027] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only if they are feasible for those skilled in the art. If the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0028] Given the current design of vehicle tailgates, the manufacturing and installation of brake lights on the tailgates are quite cumbersome. This invention proposes a brake light assembly and a vehicle. The brake light assembly is suitable for mass production, simplifies the installation process of brake lights on the tailgate, and gives the vehicle's tailgate a unique brake light design.

[0029] Figure 1An exemplary embodiment of a brake light assembly I for a vehicle tailgate according to the present invention is shown. The brake light assembly I includes an elongated member 10 and a brake light 20. The brake light 20 includes a central brake light 21 and a pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B. The central brake light 21 and the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B are spaced apart along the length direction Y on the elongated member 10, with the central brake light 21 located between the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B. For example, in the extension direction / length direction Y of the elongated member 10, the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B can be located at opposite ends of the elongated member 10, while the central brake light 21 is located in the center of the elongated member 10. The pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the central brake light 21, giving the brake light assembly I an overall symmetrical aesthetic. The brake lamp assembly I of the present invention integrates brake lamps 20 (including a central brake lamp 21 and a pair of side brake lamps 22A and 22B) into a single integral component. Compared with the dispersed arrangement of individual brake lamps in existing conventional designs, the brake lamp assembly I has a compact structure and is more suitable for mass production to reduce production costs.

[0030] Reference Figures 1 to 3 In some embodiments, the elongated member 10 may be constructed as an elongated shell, including a transparent side cover 11 and a receiving groove 12 attached to each other. For example, the transparent side cover 11 may snap onto the opening of the receiving groove 12. Both the transparent side cover 11 and the receiving groove 12 extend along the length direction Y and together define the hollow cavity 13 of the elongated member 10. The transparent side cover 11 may be made of transparent plastic or glass. The brake lamp 20 is disposed in the hollow cavity 13 and is oriented toward the transparent side cover 11. The light emitted by the brake lamp 20 can pass through the transparent side cover 11 and exit from the elongated member 10. At the same time, the hollow cavity 12 may also accommodate the wiring harness connected to the brake lamp 20, grouping the wiring harness of the brake lamp 20 together and optimizing the wiring harness arrangement of the brake lamp 20. The wiring harness is used to supply electrical energy to the brake lamp 20 (including the central brake lamp 21 and a pair of side brake lamps 22A, 22B). In some implementations, such as Figures 2 to 4 As shown, the elongated member 10 also includes a pair of clamping plates 14A and 14B, which extend along the length direction Y and are accommodated and fixed in the hollow cavity 13. Simultaneously, the pair of clamping plates 14A and 14B are stacked (e.g., snapped together) to clamp the brake lamp 20, holding and fixing the brake lamp 20 (including the central brake lamp 21 and a pair of side brake lamps 22A and 22B) between the pair of clamping plates 14A and 14B. Of course, fasteners (such as threaded fasteners like screws) can be configured to further fix the brake lamp 20 to the pair of clamping plates 14A and 14B, thus achieving the installation and fixation of the brake lamp 20 on the elongated member 10.

[0031] The vehicle according to the present invention includes a tailgate 30 and a brake light assembly I. Figure 5 and Figure 6 An exemplary embodiment of a vehicle tailgate 30 is shown, on which a mounting portion 31 is provided. An elongated member 10 of the brake light assembly I is attached to the mounting portion 31 in a generally horizontal position; that is, when the elongated member 10 is attached to the vehicle tailgate 30, its extension direction / length direction Y is approximately horizontal. During installation, the operator can install the vehicle's brake lights 20 (including the central brake light 21 and a pair of side brake lights 22A, 22B) onto the vehicle tailgate 30 in one go, making the installation of the brake lights 20 on the vehicle tailgate 30 simpler and giving the vehicle tailgate 30 a unique style of brake light arrangement. It should be understood that the elongated member 10 can be provided on the mounting portion 31 in any suitable connection manner; for example, the elongated member 10 can be installed to the mounting portion 31 by threaded fasteners. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 6 As shown, the mounting part 31 can be configured as an elongated groove to accommodate the elongated member 10, particularly the elongated member 10 which is configured as an elongated shell.

[0032] In some implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, a virtual line L is schematically illustrated between a pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B. This virtual line L extends along the length Y / extension path of the elongated member 10 from one side brake light 22A to the other side brake light 22B. That is, the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B are arranged aligned with each other in the length Y direction, while the central brake light 21 is offset from the virtual line L, meaning the central brake light 21 is arranged to be offset / not aligned with the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B in the length Y direction. In this way, when the elongated member 10 is attached to the vehicle's tailgate 30 in a generally horizontal position, the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B are on the same horizontal plane, while the central brake light 21 is offset from the horizontal plane containing the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B. Specifically, as... Figures 1 to 3 As shown, for example, the receiving groove 12 of the elongated member 10, which is constructed as an elongated shell, has opposing first sidewalls 12A and second sidewalls 12B, which extend along the length direction Y. Within the hollow cavity 13, the central brake light 21 is adjacent to the first sidewall 12A and away from the second sidewall 12B relative to a pair of side brake lights 22A, 22B, while the pair of side brake lights 22A, 22B are adjacent to the second sidewall 12B and away from the first sidewall 12A relative to the central brake light 21. In this way, when the elongated member 10 is attached / installed in a horizontal position to the mounting portion 31 on the vehicle tailgate 30, as... Figure 7As shown, during normal vehicle use, with the tailgate 30 closed, the horizontal height H1 of the center brake light 21 (i.e., the vertical distance of the center brake light 21 from the horizontal ground) is higher than / greater than the horizontal height H2 of the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B (i.e., the vertical distance of the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B from the horizontal ground). This satisfies the compliance requirement that, under normal circumstances, the center brake light 21 (corresponding to the central high-mounted brake light) is higher than the side brake lights 22A and 22B on both sides. It should be understood that the aforementioned virtual connection L, as its name suggests, does not actually exist; it is merely a fictitious line used to describe the relative positional relationship between the center brake light 21 and the pair of side brake lights 22A and 22B on the elongated member 10.

[0033] Those skilled in the art should understand that the brake light assembly I and its installation on the vehicle tailgate 30 enable the brake lights 20 (including the center brake light 21 and the side brake lights 22A and 22B) to meet the relevant compliance requirements in the place of manufacture, use, or sale. For example, in China, the brake lights 20 meet the requirements of the current national standards GB 4785-2019 and GB 5920-2019. For instance, regarding the height of the brake lights, the side brake lights 22A and 22B meet the requirements for S1 or S2 category brake lights in §5.7.4.2.1 of GB 4785-2019, while the center brake light 21 corresponds to the high-mounted brake light and accordingly meets the requirements for S3 or S4 category brake lights in §5.7.4.2.2 of GB 4785-2019. The definitions of S1, S2, S3, and S4 category brake lights can be found in §3.5 of the current national standard GB 5920-2019.

[0034] It should be understood that the above description of the preferred embodiments is quite detailed, but it should not be considered as a limitation on the scope of protection of this invention. Those skilled in the art, under the guidance of this invention, can make substitutions or modifications without departing from the scope of protection of the claims of this invention, and all such substitutions or modifications fall within the scope of protection of this invention. The scope of protection of this invention should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A brake light assembly (I) for a vehicle tailgate, characterized in that, include: A long strip member (10) extends along the length direction (Y) and is adapted to be attached to the tailgate of a vehicle in a generally horizontal posture; Brake light (20), the brake light (20) includes a pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) and a central brake light (21) located between the pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B), the central brake light (21) and the pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) are spaced apart on the elongated member (10) along the length direction (Y).

2. The brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the central brake light (21).

3. The brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) are arranged to be aligned with each other in the length direction (Y), and the central brake light (21) is arranged to be misaligned with the pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) in the length direction (Y).

4. The brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, When the elongated member (10) is attached to the vehicle tailgate in a generally horizontal position, the pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) are on the same horizontal plane, and the central brake light (21) is offset from the horizontal plane where the pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B) are located.

5. The brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The elongated member (10) is constructed as an elongated shell and includes a transparent side cover (11) and a receiving groove (12) attached to each other. The transparent side cover (11) and the receiving groove (12) both extend along the length direction (Y) and together define the hollow cavity (13) of the elongated member (10). The brake lamp (20) is disposed in the hollow cavity (13).

6. The brake light assembly for a vehicle tailgate according to claim 5, characterized in that, The elongated member (10) further includes a pair of clamping plates (14A, 14B) which extend along the length direction (Y) and are fixed in the hollow cavity (13), and the pair of clamping plates (14A, 14B) are stacked therebetween to clamp the brake lamp (20).

7. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes a vehicle tailgate (30) and a brake light assembly (I) for the vehicle tailgate according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the vehicle tailgate (30) is provided with a mounting portion (31), and the elongated member (10) of the brake light assembly (I) is attached to the mounting portion (31) in a generally horizontal position.

8. The vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that, When the elongated member (10) is attached to the vehicle tailgate (30), the horizontal height (H1) of the central brake light (21) is higher than the horizontal height (H2) of the pair of side brake lights (22A, 22B).

9. The vehicle according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that, The elongated member (10) is installed to the mounting part (31) by threaded fasteners.

10. The vehicle according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that, The mounting part (31) is constructed as an elongated groove to accommodate the elongated member (10).

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