Vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module trim cover assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decoration cover assembly comprises a front decoration plate, a rear decoration plate and two side decoration plates, and the two ends of the side decoration plates are connected with the front decoration plate and the rear decoration plate respectively; the front decoration plate and the rear decoration plate are connected through the two side decoration plates to form a square frame structure, the vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decoration cover assembly is high in assembling work convenience, the assembling efficiency is improved, and the overall structural strength is reliable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of automotive photovoltaic technology. Specifically, this invention relates to a decorative cover assembly for automotive photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of the new energy vehicle industry, photovoltaic integration technology has gradually become an important direction for improving vehicle range and energy efficiency.

[0003] In existing technologies, some rooftop photovoltaic systems require decorative panels to prevent the photovoltaic modules from being exposed and affecting the overall aesthetics of the vehicle. However, current decorative panels are mostly independently installed flat panels or simple bent parts, which have the following structural and assembly problems: 1. When installing decorative panels, if the photovoltaic modules are pre-fixed to the vehicle body before assembling the decorative panels, the operation is cumbersome, requires additional assembly personnel, and affects installation efficiency. If the photovoltaic modules and decorative panels are pre-assembled and then installed as a whole, the smooth surface of the decorative panels makes it difficult for operators to install them as a whole on the roof, and the overall weight of the installation is also relatively large, posing certain safety hazards.

[0004] 2. The existing decorative panel has a simple structure and cannot form an overall frame structure after assembly, which affects the consistency of appearance. In addition, there is a lack of mechanical connection between the components, which can easily cause resonance deformation during vehicle dynamic driving, affecting the stability of photovoltaic modules.

[0005] Utility model patent CN213367703U, published on June 4, 2021, discloses a new energy vehicle with an adjustable solar photovoltaic panel. It includes a vehicle body, a first solar photovoltaic panel, a second solar photovoltaic panel, a Beidou navigation or GPS device, and a hydraulic control device. Both the Beidou navigation or GPS device and the hydraulic control device are mounted on the vehicle body. The hydraulic control device includes a controller and four hydraulic telescopic rods. The Beidou navigation or GPS device is connected to the controller. The bottom end of each hydraulic telescopic rod is rotatably connected to the top of the vehicle body, and the top of each rod is rotatably connected to the bottom of the first solar photovoltaic panel. The second solar photovoltaic panel is slidably connected to the top of the vehicle body. However, this new energy vehicle with an adjustable solar photovoltaic panel does not solve the aforementioned technical problem. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly that offers high assembly convenience, improved assembly efficiency, and reliable overall structural strength.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows: The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly includes a front decorative panel, a rear decorative panel, and two side decorative panels. The two ends of the side decorative panels are connected to the front decorative panel and the rear decorative panel, respectively. The front decorative panel and the rear decorative panel are connected by the two side decorative panels to form a square frame structure.

[0008] The side decorative panel is provided with a lifting opening, which is square in shape. The lifting opening is detachably connected to a first cover plate. The first cover plate has buckles on the inner side of the top and both sides, a positioning block at the bottom, and a disassembly groove on the outer side of the top.

[0009] Each of the side decorative panels includes a first side panel unit and a second side panel unit. The first side panel unit has a connecting edge at its end, which overlaps with the end of the second side panel unit. The connecting edge has a slot, and the second side panel unit has a buckle corresponding to the slot. Both the connecting edge and the end of the second side panel unit have limiting edges, and the limiting edge of the second side panel unit abuts against the edge of the first side panel unit. The middle of the connecting edge has an installation platform, and there are two buckles. The installation platform is located between the two buckles and has a positioning pin.

[0010] The front decorative panel includes an upper decorative panel and a lower decorative panel. The bottom of the upper decorative panel overlaps the bottom of the lower decorative panel. The top of the lower decorative panel is provided with a flange, and reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed on the flange. Multiple screws are provided inside the upper decorative panel.

[0011] Both ends of the upper and lower decorative panels are provided with overlapping edges. The overlapping edges of the side decorative panels and the upper decorative panels are connected by pins, and the overlapping edges of the side decorative panels and the lower decorative panels are connected by buckles and pins.

[0012] The front trim panel, rear trim panel, and side trim panel are all equipped with multiple buckles on their inner sides.

[0013] The rear and side trim panels are provided with bolt removal plugs. The bolt removal plugs are circular and have buckles at the top and bottom. Positioning blocks are provided on both sides of the bolt removal plugs.

[0014] The tops of the front decorative panel, rear decorative panel, and side decorative panel are all on the same plane, and the bottom ends of the side decorative panel are arc-shaped.

[0015] The rear decorative panel has a raised edge at the top and a guide plate at the bottom.

[0016] Vehicles, including the aforementioned vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly.

[0017] The technical advantages of this invention are as follows: The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly of this invention provides lifting and lowering points for the overall installation of the photovoltaic module and decorative cover by setting lifting and lowering openings on the side decorative panels. This saves on the steps of gradually installing the decorative panels, effectively reducing the number of assembly personnel required. It also meets the requirement of pre-assembling the decorative cover and photovoltaic modules into a whole, improving the convenience of operators, reducing safety risks, and increasing assembly efficiency. The connection between the decorative panels is rationally designed, using overlapping, snap-fit, and pin-fitting methods to form an overall frame structure after connection. This achieves the requirements for shielding and protecting the internal photovoltaic modules, while also ensuring the overall structural strength and effectively avoiding deformation problems caused by vehicle resonance, thus ensuring the stability of the photovoltaic modules. Attached Figure Description

[0018] This manual includes the following figures, which illustrate the following: Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the front decorative panel of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the lower decorative panel of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a front view of the side decorative panel of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the side decorative panel and the front decorative panel of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connection of the side plate unit of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the first cover plate of the present invention.

[0019] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting and lowering opening structure of the present invention; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first cover plate of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the bolt removal plug of the present invention.

[0020] The markings in the diagram are as follows: 1. Front decorative panel; 2. Rear decorative panel; 3. Side decorative panel; 4. First side panel unit; 5. Second side panel unit; 6. Upper decorative panel; 7. Lower decorative panel; 8. Raised edge; 9. Guide plate; 10. Lifting opening; 11. First cover plate; 12. Bolt removal plug; 13. Connecting edge; 14. Mounting platform; 15. Positioning pin; 16. Flanged edge; 17. Overlapping edge; 18. Screw; 19. Positioning block; 20. Disassembly groove. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in order to help those skilled in the art to have a more complete, accurate and in-depth understanding of the inventive concept and technical solution of the present invention, and to facilitate its implementation.

[0022] like Figure 1 As shown, the vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly includes a front decorative panel 1, a rear decorative panel 2, and two side decorative panels 3. The two ends of the side decorative panels 3 are connected to the front decorative panel 1 and the rear decorative panel 2, respectively. The front decorative panel 1 and the rear decorative panel 2 are connected by the two side decorative panels 3 to form a square frame structure. All decorative panels are assembled to form an integrated square frame structure with four sides enclosing the photovoltaic module. After installation, this structure fits tightly around the photovoltaic module, effectively shielding and protecting internal electrical components and preventing direct exposure to the external environment, while also significantly improving the overall aesthetics and harmony. This design not only continues the advantages of lightweight and structural integrity of the photovoltaic assembly but also significantly enhances the torsional stiffness and structural stability of the decorative panel assembly under complex working conditions through the synergistic load-bearing effect of the frame, thus providing long-term reliable protection and support for the rooftop photovoltaic system.

[0023] like Figure 2 As shown, the side decorative panel 3 has a lifting opening 10, which is square in shape. A first cover plate 11 is detachably connected to the lifting opening 10. The first cover plate 11 has buckles on its inner top and both sides, a positioning block 19 at its bottom, and a disassembly groove 20 on its outer top. The lifting opening 10 corresponds to the handle of the photovoltaic module, allowing operators to directly lift the photovoltaic module and the entire decorative cover through the lifting opening 10, avoiding force applied to the decorative cover and causing connection failure between the decorative panels. After installation, the first cover plate 11 can close the lifting opening 10. During operation, each decorative panel is assembled with the photovoltaic module, ensuring that all buckles are in place and there are no gaps between the decorative panels. Then, the entire decorative cover and the photovoltaic module are installed as a whole. The operator uses the handle of the photovoltaic module to lift the entire structure onto the roof and secure it to the roof. Finally, the first cover plate 11 is closed. The first cover plate 11 adopts a detachable design. It is stably installed on the side decorative panel 3 by means of a buckle and a positioning block 19, so as to be coplanar with the surface of the side decorative panel 3 and ensure the consistency of appearance. When the first cover plate 11 is removed, simply insert a screwdriver or similar tool into the removal slot 20 and apply torque to pry the first cover plate 11 off the side decorative panel 3 to remove the first cover plate 11.

[0024] like Figure 1 and Figure 6As shown, each side decorative panel 3 includes a first side panel unit 4 and a second side panel unit 5. The first side panel unit 4 has a connecting edge 13 at its end, which overlaps with the end of the second side panel unit 5. The connecting edge 13 has a slot, and the second side panel unit 5 has a buckle corresponding to the slot. Both the connecting edge 13 and the end of the second side panel unit 5 have limiting edges, and the limiting edges of the second side panel unit 5 abut against the edge of the first side panel unit 4. The middle of the connecting edge 13 has an installation platform 14 with two buckles. The installation platform 14 is located between the two buckles and has a positioning pin 15. The above structure replaces the existing rigid bolt connection method used for decorative panels by using the overlapping of the connecting edge 13 and the buckle connection. The limiting edge provides a pre-positioning effect at the connection point of the two side decorative panels 3, so that there will be no assembly gap between the decorative panels, which would affect the consistency of appearance. Specifically, the limiting edge contacting the second side panel unit 5 provides a contact surface with a positioning effect for the two side panel units. The positioning pin 15 is used to position the outer frame of the photovoltaic module, and its connection provides a positioning effect perpendicular to the contact surface for the two side panel units, thereby ensuring the accuracy and reliability of the snap-fit ​​between the two side panel units. Similarly, the rear decorative panel 2 is also connected and fixed to the end of the side decorative panel 3 using the above combination of overlapping, snap-fit ​​and positioning pin.

[0025] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the front decorative panel 1 includes an upper decorative panel 6 and a lower decorative panel 7. The bottom of the upper decorative panel 6 overlaps the bottom of the lower decorative panel 7. The top of the lower decorative panel 7 has a flange 16 with evenly distributed reinforcing ribs. Multiple screws 18 are located inside the upper decorative panel 6. Since the front decorative panel 1 is located on the side of the vehicle closer to the front, the rear decorative panel 2 is located on the side of the vehicle closer to the rear, and the side decorative panels 3 are located on both sides of the roof, the flange 16 creates a stepped structure at the top of the lower decorative panel 7, facilitating the installation and positioning of the upper decorative panel 6. Simultaneously, the flange 16 extends the contact surface between the upper decorative panel 6 and the lower decorative panel 7, increasing the difficulty for external dust, rainwater, and other impurities to enter the inner side of the front decorative panel 1 during vehicle operation, thus preventing impurities from entering the photovoltaic modules and affecting their operational reliability. The reinforcing ribs on the flange 16 also enhance its structural strength. Both the aforementioned front trim panel 1 and side trim panel 3 adopt a segmented structure, which effectively reduces the production difficulty of the injection molding process, improves the yield rate, and significantly reduces the burden of warehousing and transportation, facilitating subsequent transportation and on-site installation. It also enhances the overall adaptability of the trim panels to meet the roof length dimensions of different vehicles. If local damage occurs, the corresponding single trim panel can be replaced without disassembling the entire side trim panel 3, greatly reducing maintenance costs and operational complexity.

[0026] like Figure 4As shown, both ends of the upper decorative panel 6 and the lower decorative panel 7 are provided with overlapping edges 17. The side decorative panel 3 is connected to the overlapping edge 17 of the upper decorative panel 6 by a pin, and the overlapping edge 17 of the side decorative panel 3 is connected to the overlapping edge 17 of the lower decorative panel 7 by a snap fastener and a pin. The overlapping edges 17 of both the upper decorative panel 6 and the lower decorative panel 7, which connect with the side decorative panel 3, can reduce the use of connectors, improve the structural integration, and allow adjacent decorative panels to be assembled and connected into a systematic frame structure, thereby improving the overall torsional stiffness and preventing resonance deformation or affecting the installation stability of photovoltaic modules.

[0027] like Figure 1 As shown, the front decorative panel 1, rear decorative panel 2, and side decorative panel 3 are all equipped with multiple clips on their inner sides. The clips are alternately arranged vertically on the inner sides of the decorative panels and distributed at certain intervals, thereby providing a uniform snap-fit ​​connection effect. Furthermore, each decorative panel has reinforcing ribs distributed longitudinally and laterally on its inner side. Each clip is located at the connection between the transverse and longitudinal reinforcing ribs, so that the reinforcing ribs not only improve the strength of the decorative panel body but also enhance the connection strength between the clips and the decorative panel.

[0028] like Figure 2 and Figure 10 As shown, bolt removal plugs 12 are provided on the rear decorative panel 2 and the side decorative panel 3. The bolt removal plugs 12 are circular, with buckles at the top and bottom, and positioning blocks 19 on both sides. The buckles and positioning blocks 19 ensure the stable installation of the bolt removal plugs 12, making them coplanar with the surface of the side decorative panel 3 after installation, ensuring consistency in appearance. The bolt removal plugs 12 are axially aligned with the removal bolts of the photovoltaic module, facilitating the removal of the photovoltaic module.

[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, the tops of the front trim panel 1, rear trim panel 2, and side trim panel 3 are all on the same plane, and the bottom ends of the side trim panel 3 are arc-shaped. After the above trim panels are installed, the top of the entire trim cover forms a plane, which is coplanar with the top surface of the photovoltaic panel in the horizontal reset position, and the bottom shape of the side trim panel 3 is adapted to the roof, thereby forming a uniform gap to ensure the consistency of the vehicle's appearance.

[0030] like Figure 2 As shown, the rear trim panel 2 has a raised edge 8 at the top and a guide slope 9 at the bottom. The raised edge 8 extends from the top of the rear trim panel 2, enhancing the vehicle's aesthetics, while the guide slope helps reduce wind resistance during vehicle operation. This vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly, by setting lifting openings 10 on the side decorative panel 3, provides lifting points for the overall installation process of the photovoltaic module and decorative cover, saving the steps of gradually installing the decorative panel, effectively reducing the number of assembly personnel, and also meeting the requirement of pre-assembling the decorative cover and photovoltaic module into a whole, improving the convenience of the operator's work and reducing safety risks, and improving assembly efficiency. The connection between the decorative panels is reasonably designed, and the decorative panels adopt overlapping, snap-fit ​​and pin-fitting methods, so that the decorative panels form an overall frame structure after being connected, which meets the requirements of shielding and protecting the photovoltaic module inside, and also ensures the overall structural strength, effectively avoiding deformation problems caused by vehicle resonance, and ensuring the stability of the photovoltaic module.

[0031] The present invention has been described above by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the specific implementation of the present invention is not limited to the above-described manner. Any non-substantial improvements made using the inventive concept and technical solution; or the direct application of the inventive concept and technical solution to other situations without modification, are all within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A decorative cover assembly for a vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module, characterized in that: It includes a front decorative panel (1), a rear decorative panel (2) and two side decorative panels (3), with the two ends of the side decorative panels (3) connected to the front decorative panel (1) and the rear decorative panel (2) respectively; the front decorative panel (1) and the rear decorative panel (2) are connected by the two side decorative panels (3) to form a square frame structure.

2. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side decorative panel (3) is provided with a lifting opening (10), which is square. The lifting opening (10) is detachably connected to a first cover plate (11). The first cover plate (11) is provided with buckles on the inner side of the top and both sides. The first cover plate (11) is provided with a positioning block (19) at the bottom and a disassembly groove (20) on the outer side of the top.

3. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: Each of the side decorative panels (3) includes a first side panel unit (4) and a second side panel unit (5). The first side panel unit (4) has a connecting edge (13) at its end, which overlaps the end of the second side panel unit (5). The connecting edge (13) has a slot, and the second side panel unit (5) has a buckle corresponding to the slot. The connecting edge (13) and the end of the second side panel unit (5) both have limiting edges. The limiting edge of the second side panel unit (5) abuts against the edge of the first side panel unit (4). The middle of the connecting edge (13) has an installation platform (14). There are two buckles, and the installation platform (14) is located between the two buckles. The installation platform (14) has a positioning pin (15).

4. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that: The front decorative panel (1) includes an upper decorative panel (6) and a lower decorative panel (7). The bottom of the upper decorative panel (6) overlaps the bottom of the lower decorative panel (7). The top of the lower decorative panel (7) is provided with a flange (16). Reinforcing ribs are evenly distributed on the flange (16). Multiple screws (18) are provided inside the upper decorative panel (6).

5. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that: Both ends of the upper decorative panel (6) and the lower decorative panel (7) are provided with overlapping edges (17). The overlapping edges (17) of the side decorative panel (3) and the upper decorative panel (6) are connected by pins. The overlapping edges (17) of the side decorative panel (3) and the lower decorative panel (7) are connected by buckles and pins.

6. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The front decorative panel (1), rear decorative panel (2) and side decorative panel (3) are each provided with multiple buckles on their inner sides.

7. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rear decorative panel (2) and the side decorative panel (3) are provided with bolt removal plugs (12). The bolt removal plugs (12) are circular. The top and bottom of the bolt removal plugs (12) are provided with buckles. The bolt removal plugs (12) are provided with positioning blocks (19) on both sides.

8. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tops of the front decorative panel (1), the rear decorative panel (2), and the side decorative panel (3) are all on the same plane, and the bottom ends of the side decorative panel (3) are arc-shaped.

9. The vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rear decorative panel (2) has a raised edge (8) at the top and a guide plate (9) at the bottom.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: Includes the vehicle-mounted photovoltaic module decorative cover assembly as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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