Front grille light and vehicle

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to a front grille lamp and a vehicle. The front grille lamp comprises a plurality of lamp strips, a lamp shell comprising a first through hole and a plurality of supports connected to the inner wall of the first through hole, the plurality of supports being arranged side by side and spaced apart, and a lamp cover comprising a second through hole and a plurality of lamp caps connected to the inner wall of the second through hole, the plurality of lamp caps being arranged side by side and spaced apart. The lamp shell and the lamp cover are sealingly connected, the lamp caps and the supports are connected one by one to form a plurality of groups of sealed lamp cavities, at least one lamp strip is arranged in each sealed lamp cavity, and the gap between adjacent sealed lamp cavities forms an air inlet channel.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more particularly to a front grille light and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Vehicle front grille lights typically consist of a housing and a cover, which are connected only at their four edges to form a sealed cavity, within which a light strip is placed. However, the cover of this type of front grille light is a single panel, which cannot meet the air intake requirements of conventional gasoline-powered vehicles. Therefore, existing front grille lights cannot be installed in gasoline-powered vehicles, limiting their application scenarios. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This disclosure provides a front grille light and a vehicle to address shortcomings in the related art.

[0004] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, a front grille light is provided, comprising: Multiple light strips; The lamp housing includes a first through-hole and multiple brackets connected to the inner wall of the first through-hole, the multiple brackets being arranged side by side and spaced apart; The lampshade includes a second through opening and a plurality of lamp caps connected to the inner wall of the second through opening, wherein the plurality of lamp caps are arranged side by side and spaced apart; The lamp housing and the lamp shade are sealed together, and the lamp cap and the bracket are connected to form multiple sets of sealed lamp cavities. At least one lamp strip is provided in each sealed lamp cavity, and the gap between adjacent sealed lamp cavities forms an air intake channel.

[0005] Optionally, the lamp housing includes a first frame forming the first through opening, and each of the brackets is connected to the first frame; The lampshade includes a second frame forming the second through opening, and each of the lamp caps is connected to the second frame; The first frame and the second frame cooperate to form a first annular groove, and the multiple lamp caps cooperate with the multiple brackets to form multiple spaced second annular grooves. Each second annular groove surrounds a single air intake channel, and the openings of the first annular groove and the second annular groove are both away from the sealed lamp cavity. The front grille light also includes a seal that fills the first annular groove and the second annular groove.

[0006] Optionally, the bracket includes a body and a first leg, the body being used to form the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity, and the first leg being connected to the side of the body opposite to the sealed lamp cavity; The lamp cap includes a cap top and an extension frame connected to the cap top. The extension frame extends from the cap top in a direction away from the sealed lamp cavity. The body is disposed within the extension frame to form the sealed lamp cavity located on one side of the body. The side of the body away from the sealed lamp cavity, the extension frame, and the first leg are used to form the second annular groove.

[0007] Optionally, the extension frame includes a first extension frame and a second extension frame disposed opposite to each other, wherein the surface of the first extension frame facing the second extension frame is provided with a first rib, and the surface of the second extension frame facing the first extension frame is provided with a second rib; On a projection plane parallel to the length direction of the light strip, the orthographic projections of the first rib and the second rib are alternately arranged. The first rib is in contact with the surface of the body that forms the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity, and the second rib is in contact with the surface of the body that forms the bottom surface of the second annular groove.

[0008] Optionally, the first frame includes a side frame and an extension wall. The side frame is arranged along the parallel direction of the plurality of supports and connected to the supports. The extension wall is connected to the side of the side frame away from the supports and extends outward. The second frame covers the side frame and the extension wall, and forms part of the first annular groove with the side of the extension wall opposite to the second frame.

[0009] Optionally, the second frame, the extended wall, and the side frame form a receiving cavity that communicates with the sealed lamp cavity; The front grille light also includes a light panel fixed inside the receiving cavity, and multiple light strips extend out of the sealed light cavity and are electrically connected to the light panel.

[0010] Optionally, the receiving cavity includes a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity, wherein the first receiving cavity is located at one end of the light strip and the second receiving cavity is located at the other end of the light strip; The front grille light also includes a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate. One end of each of the multiple adjacent light strips extending out of the sealed lamp cavity is connected to the first connecting plate, and the other end is connected to the second connecting plate. The first connecting plate is located in the first receiving cavity and is connected to the lamp panel located in the first receiving cavity. The second connecting plate is located in the second receiving cavity and is connected to the lamp panel located in the second receiving cavity.

[0011] Optionally, the bracket includes a body, a second leg, and a third leg. The body is used to form the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity, and the second leg and the third leg are respectively connected to the body and both extend into the sealed lamp cavity. The main body, the second leg, and the third leg cooperate to form a limiting cavity, and the light strip is disposed in the limiting cavity.

[0012] Optionally, the body is provided with a first arc-shaped bottom rib and a second arc-shaped bottom rib spaced apart along the length of the light strip; the second leg is provided with a first arc-shaped side rib, and the third leg is provided with a second arc-shaped side rib; Both the first and second arc-shaped bottom ribs are in contact with the light strip, and the body is in a gap fit with the light strip in the area where the first and second arc-shaped bottom ribs are located; The first arc-shaped side rib is located on the side of the first arc-shaped bottom rib that is away from the main body, and the second arc-shaped side rib is located on the side of the second arc-shaped bottom rib that is away from the main body. The first arc-shaped side rib and the second arc-shaped side rib respectively contact the side of the light strip and press the light strip into the limiting cavity.

[0013] Optionally, the lampshade includes a light-transmitting cover and a light-shielding layer, the light-shielding layer being disposed in a portion of the light-transmitting cover and used to construct a light-transmitting pattern.

[0014] Optionally, the lampshade includes a first injection-molded layer and a second injection-molded layer, one of the first injection-molded layer and the second injection-molded layer being a light-transmitting layer and the other being a non-light-transmitting layer. The first injection-molded layer and the second injection-molded layer are stacked to form a light-transmitting pattern, and at least one of the first injection-molded layer and the second injection-molded layer is sealed to the bracket.

[0015] Optionally, the lampshade includes a third injection molding layer, a fourth injection molding layer, and a fifth injection molding layer, wherein the third injection molding layer is a light-transmitting layer, and the fourth and fifth injection molding layers are non-light-transmitting layers; The lampshade includes a second frame, the lamp cap includes a cap top and an extension frame connected to the cap top, the fifth injection molding layer is injection molded to form the extension frame and the second frame, and the third injection molding layer and the fourth injection molding layer are stacked to form the cap top and construct a light-transmitting pattern.

[0016] According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, a vehicle is provided, including a front grille light as described in any of the foregoing embodiments.

[0017] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this disclosure may include the following beneficial effects: As can be seen from the above embodiments, in this disclosure, a sealed lamp cavity is formed by the cooperation of the bracket and the lamp cap, and an air intake channel is located between the sealed lamp cavity. Such an independent sealed lamp cavity design can ensure sealing protection while configuring the air intake channel. The air intake channel can connect the light-emitting side of the front grille light and the other side away from the light-emitting side, so that external air can enter the vehicle interior equipped with the front grille light through the air intake channel. On the one hand, it can dissipate heat for the lamp strip, and on the other hand, it can meet the air intake requirements of conventional fuel vehicles, thus improving the application scenarios of the front grille light.

[0018] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this disclosure.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a front view of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0021] Figure 2 This is an exploded schematic diagram of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0022] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the DD section of the front grille light.

[0023] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of point A of the front grille light.

[0024] Figure 5 This is a first-angle isometric view of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0025] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Enlarged schematic diagram of point E of the front grille light.

[0026] Figure 7 yes Figure 3 Enlarged view of point B of the front grille light.

[0027] Figure 8 This is a rear view of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0028] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Enlarged view of point C of the front grille light.

[0029] Figure 10This is a schematic diagram illustrating the engagement of a lamp cap and a bracket according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0030] Figure 11 This is another schematic diagram illustrating the fit between a lamp cap and a bracket according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0031] Figure 12 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the EE cross-section of the front grille light.

[0032] Figure 13 This is a second-angle isometric view of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0033] Figure 14 This is a front view of a lamp housing according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0034] Figure 15 yes Figure 14 Enlarged schematic diagram of point D of the front grille light.

[0035] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between a bracket and a light strip according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0036] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram illustrating another possible combination of a bracket and a light strip, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0037] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram illustrating another type of bracket and light strip assembly according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0038] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram illustrating another possible combination of a lamp cap and a bracket, according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0039] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram illustrating another type of lamp cap and bracket assembly according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0040] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between a lamp cap and a bracket according to an exemplary embodiment.

[0041] Figure 22 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the CC section of the front grille light.

[0042] Figure 23 yes Figure 22 Enlarged schematic diagram of point G of the front grille light.

[0043] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Light strip; 11. Light panel; 12. First connecting plate; 13. Second connecting plate; 2. Lamp housing; 21. First through opening; 22. Bracket; 221. Body; 2211. First arc-shaped bottom rib; 2212. Second arc-shaped bottom rib; 222. First leg; 223. Second leg; 2231. First arc-shaped side rib; 224. Third leg; 2241. Second arc-shaped side rib; 23. First frame; 231. Side frame; 232 1. Extension wall; 3. Lampshade; 31. Second through opening; 32. Lamp cap; 321. Cap top; 322. Extension frame; 3221. First extension frame; 3222. Second extension frame; 3223. First rib; 3224. Second rib; 33. Second frame; 4. Sealed lamp cavity; 5. Air intake channel; 6. First annular groove; 7. Second annular groove; 8. Receiving cavity; 81. First receiving cavity; 82. Second receiving cavity; 9. Light guide strip. Detailed Implementation

[0044] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numerals in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.

[0045] The terminology used in this disclosure is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the disclosure. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” as used in this disclosure and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0046] It should be understood that although the terms first, second, third, etc., may be used in this disclosure to describe various information, such information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish information of the same type from one another. For example, without departing from the scope of this disclosure, first information may also be referred to as second information, and similarly, second information may also be referred to as first information. Depending on the context, the word "if" as used herein may be interpreted as "when," "when," or "in response to determination."

[0047] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a front grille light according to an exemplary embodiment. Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the front grille light includes multiple light strips 1, a lamp housing 2, and a lamp cover 3. The light strip 1 may include a light guide plate, which is correspondingly positioned to the light source, through which the light emitted by the light source is projected onto the lamp cover 3; alternatively, the light strip 1 may also include a light strip, through which the light emitted by the light strip can be directly projected from the lamp cover 3.

[0048] The front grille light may include one or more lamp housings 2, and similarly, it may also include one or more lamp covers 3. The lamp housing 2 and the lamp cover 3 are sealed together, for example, the lamp housing 2 and the lamp cover 3 can be sealed together in a one-to-one correspondence, or a single lamp housing 2 can be sealed together with multiple lamp covers 3, or a single lamp cover 3 can be sealed together with multiple lamp housings 2. The same front grille light may simultaneously incorporate multiple configurations of the lamp housing and lamp cover 3 as described in the above embodiments.

[0049] In some embodiments, the lamp housing 2 has a first through opening 21 and multiple supports 22 connected to the inner wall of the first through opening 21, the multiple supports 22 being arranged side by side and spaced apart. For example, such as Figure 1 As shown, the lamp housing 2 may include a first frame 23, through which a first through opening 21 can be formed, and multiple supports 22 are arranged along... Figure 2 The brackets 22 are spaced apart in the left and right directions, and each bracket 22 is connected to the first frame 23, thereby creating multiple gaps in the first through opening 21. Each bracket 22 and the first frame 23 can be integrally formed or can be a separate structure fixedly connected. The connection methods between the multiple brackets 22 and the first frame 23 can be the same or different.

[0050] Similarly, the lampshade 3 has a second through-hole 31 and a plurality of lamp caps 32 connected to the inner wall of the first through-hole 21, the plurality of lamp caps 32 being arranged side by side and spaced apart. For example, still using Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the lampshade 3 may include a second frame 33, which can form a second through opening 31, through which multiple lamp caps 32 can be installed. Figure 2 The lamp caps 32 are spaced apart in the left and right directions, and each lamp cap 32 is connected to the second frame 33, thereby creating multiple lamp cover gaps in the second through opening 31 of the lamp cover 3. Each lamp cap 32 and the second frame 33 can be integrally formed, or they can be separate structures fixedly connected. The connection methods between multiple lamp caps 32 and the second frame 33 can be the same or different.

[0051] like Figure 3As shown, after the lamp housing 2 and lamp cover 3 are sealed together, the first frame 23 and the second frame 33 are sealed together. Multiple lamp caps 32 and multiple brackets 22 are connected one-to-one to form multiple sets of sealed lamp cavities 4. Each sealed lamp cavity 4 can contain one or more lamp strips 1. The lamp strips 1 are housed within the sealed lamp cavity 4, effectively protecting them from external moisture and dust, thus extending their lifespan and ensuring stable optical performance. Since multiple lamp strips 1 are each housed within their own independent sealed lamp cavity 4, individual lamp strips 1 can be replaced individually if one malfunctions, reducing maintenance costs. It is understood that the one-to-one connection between the lamp caps 32 and brackets 22 is merely an illustrative description. In other embodiments, within the same front grille light, a single lamp cap 32 can be connected to multiple brackets 22 to form a sealed lamp cavity 4, or a single bracket 22 can be connected to multiple lamp caps 32 to form a sealed lamp cavity 4. This application does not impose any quantity limitations.

[0052] After the lamp cap 32 and the bracket 22 are connected one-to-one, the corresponding gaps in the lamp housing and the lamp cover correspond to each other, forming an air intake channel 5 between adjacent sealed lamp cavities 4. Further, based on the configuration of the first through-hole 21 and the second through-hole 31, the air intake channel 5 can connect the light-emitting side of the front grille light and the side opposite to the light-emitting side, allowing external air to enter the vehicle interior equipped with the front grille light through the air intake channel 5. This provides heat dissipation for the lamp strip 1 and meets the air intake requirements of conventional fuel vehicles, thus expanding the application scenarios of the front grille light. It should be noted that the first through-hole 21 is a through-hole in the front-rear direction of the lamp housing 2, and a notch may or may not be provided on the periphery of the first through-hole 21. Similarly, the second through-hole 31 is a through-hole in the front-rear direction of the lamp cover 3, and a notch may or may not be provided on the periphery of the second through-hole 31.

[0053] In some embodiments, the cavity enclosed by the first frame 23 and the second frame 33 can be used for wiring without arranging the light strip 1. In other embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, one or more light strips 1 can also be installed within the sealed cavity formed by the first frame 23 and the second frame 33, which helps to increase the light-emitting area of ​​the front grille light. Of course, for aesthetic consistency, the shape of the second frame 33 can refer to the shape of the lamp cap 32, the difference being that no gaps are provided for air intake.

[0054] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the first frame 23 and the second frame 33 can cooperate to form a first annular groove 6. For example, the first annular groove 6 can be arranged around the first through-hole 21 and the second through-hole 31, located around the outer perimeter of the front grille light. Multiple brackets 22 and multiple lamp caps 32 can cooperate to form multiple second annular grooves 7 spaced apart. The parallel direction of the multiple second annular grooves 7 is the same as the parallel direction of the multiple brackets 22, and each second annular groove 7 is arranged around a single air intake channel 5.

[0055] The first annular groove 6 can surround the entire second annular groove 7, and the openings of both the first annular groove 6 and the second annular groove 7 are positioned away from the sealed lamp cavity 4. The front grille light also includes a seal that can fill the first annular groove 6 and the second annular groove 7. This forms an annular sealing barrier between the first frame 23 and the second frame 33, blocking moisture from the outer periphery of the front grille light. Furthermore, combined with the seal within the second annular groove 7, a surrounding sealing barrier can be formed around each air intake channel 5, blocking moisture from the air intake channel 5 and ensuring the sealing effect of each sealed lamp cavity 4.

[0056] Furthermore, in the embodiments of this application, considering that the design of the air intake channel 5 requires a certain width dimension, in order to compensate for the occupied dimension, as many sealing lamp cavities 4 as possible are arranged. In the embodiments of this application, the first frame 23 and the second frame 33 cooperate to form a first annular groove 6, and the bracket 22 and the lamp cap 32 cooperate to form a second annular groove 7. Compared with the scheme where the annular groove is set on one side and filled and sealed after being inserted on the other side, the sealing width can be greatly reduced in the parallel direction of multiple brackets 22, which helps to compensate for the disadvantages caused by the width dimension occupied by the air intake channel 5, and helps to increase the number of lamp strips 1 arranged in the parallel direction of the brackets 22.

[0057] In some embodiments, in order to form the second annular groove 7, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the bracket 22 includes a body 221 and a first leg 222. The body 221 forms the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity 4, and the first leg 222 is connected to the side of the body 221 away from the sealed lamp cavity 4 and can extend in the direction away from the sealed lamp cavity 4. The first leg 222 provides a depth dimension for the second annular groove 7.

[0058] The lamp cap 32 includes a cap top 321 and an extension frame 322 connected to the cap top 321. The cap top 321 can be used to form the top of the sealed lamp cavity 4, that is, the front part of the cap top 321 facing the front grille light. The extension frame 322 is connected to the open end of the cap top 321 and extends from the cap top 321 in a direction away from the sealed lamp cavity 4. Each extension frame 322 can be connected to a second frame 33 to form an integrated lamp cover 3. The extension frames 322 of two adjacent lamp caps 32 can also be connected to each other to increase the strength of the lamp cover 3. The two extension frames 322 of two adjacent lamp caps 32 are spaced apart to form a lamp cover gap, and this lamp cover gap can form part of the air intake channel 5.

[0059] Furthermore, the main body 221 can be fitted inside the extension frame 322, so that the side of the main body 221 facing the top of the cap 321 can cooperate with the top of the cap 321 and the extension frame 322 to form a sealed lamp cavity 4. Alternatively, the main body 221 can cooperate with the top of the cap 321 to form a sealed lamp cavity 4. The side of the main body 221 facing away from the sealed lamp cavity 4, the extension frame 322, and the first leg 222 can be used to form a second annular groove 7. For example... Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the first leg 222 of two adjacent brackets 22, a part of the extension frame 322 connecting two adjacent lamp caps 32, and the inner wall of the first frame 23 form a second annular groove 7.

[0060] After assembly, the lamp housing 2 and lampshade 3 form a complete second annular groove 7 in the area between two adjacent sealed lamp cavities 4. The sealant fills the second annular groove 7, effectively isolating each sealed lamp cavity 4 from the adjacent air intake channel 5, preventing the airflow in the air intake channel 5 from carrying moisture or dust into the sealed lamp cavity 4. Simultaneously, the second annular groove 7 is formed by multiple parts, which helps reduce the width occupied by the sealing area in the side-by-side direction. The design of the extension frame 322 extending beyond the body 221 provides depth for the layout of the second annular groove 7 and allows for the formation of a smooth airflow guiding surface on the inner wall of the extension frame 322 facing the air intake channel 5, reducing airflow resistance.

[0061] Based on this structure, it can be understood that after the bracket 22 and the lamp cap 32 are assembled, the body 221 of the bracket 22 will be located within the extension frame 322 of the corresponding lamp cap 32. For example, such as... Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, the extension frame 322 may include a first extension frame 3221 and a second extension frame 3222. The first extension frame 3221 and the second extension frame 3222 are arranged opposite to each other, that is, they can be understood as being arranged "face to face" in the parallel direction of the brackets 22. The surface of the first extension frame 3221 facing the second extension frame 3222 is provided with a first rib 3223, and the surface of the second extension frame 3222 facing the first extension frame 3221 is provided with a second rib 3224. In the parallel direction of the multiple brackets 22, the first rib 3223 and the second rib 3224 are alternately arranged.

[0062] That is to say Figure 9 As shown, on a projection plane parallel to the length direction of the light strip 1, projections are made in the vertical direction, with the projections of the first rib 3223 and the second rib 3224 alternating. Furthermore, as... Figure 10 As shown, the first protruding rib 3223 and the body 221 of the bracket 22 form a surface contact with the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity 4, as shown. Figure 11 The second rib 3224 shown makes surface contact with the bottom surface of the second annular groove 7 formed by the body 221. Based on this, on the one hand, the body 221 can be limited by the first rib 3223 and the second rib 3224, which can limit the bracket 22 and prevent it from rebounding. On the other hand, due to the alternating arrangement of the first rib 3223 and the second rib 3224, the misalignment of the two can be achieved, which can avoid excessively restricting the assembly gap between the first extension frame 3221 and the second extension frame 3222 used to assemble the bracket 22, which is conducive to ensuring the smooth assembly between the bracket 22 and the lamp cap 32.

[0063] The formation of the second annular groove 7 has been described in detail in the above embodiments. The first annular groove 6 will be described in the following embodiments. Figure 12 and Figure 13 As shown, the first frame 23 includes side frames 231 and extension walls 232. The side frames 231 are arranged along the parallel direction of multiple supports 22, and the side frames 231 can be connected to each support 22. The extension walls 232 are connected to the side frames 231 and extend outward. It can be understood that, in order to form the first through opening 21, the first frame 23 may include two side frames 231, each of which can be connected to a corresponding extension wall 232. Each support 22 is connected and fixed to at least one of the two side frames 231, achieving an integrated design of the lamp housing 2.

[0064] After the second frame 33 covers the side frame 231 and extends toward the extension wall 232, it forms part of the first annular groove 6 with the side of the extension wall 232 opposite to the second frame 33. Based on this, on the one hand, the sealing between the lamp housing 2 and the lamp shade 3 can be improved, and on the other hand, the outward extension of the extension wall 232 can form a receiving cavity 8 between the second frame 33, the side frame 231 and the extension wall 232, which helps to accommodate the lamp plate 11 of the lamp strip 1.

[0065] Specifically, the second frame 33, the side frame 231, and the extension wall 232 can form a receiving cavity 8 that communicates with the sealed lamp cavity 4, for example... Figure 12 As shown, the receiving cavity 8 may include a first receiving cavity 81 and a second receiving cavity 82, which are located at different ends of the light strip 1. For example, as shown in 12, the first receiving cavity 81 is located at the upper end of the light strip 1, and the second receiving cavity 82 is located at the lower end of the light strip 1. Further combined... Figure 1 As shown, the front grille light also includes a first connecting plate 12 and a second connecting plate 13. One end of the multiple adjacent light strips 1 extending out of the sealed lamp cavity 4 is connected to the first connecting plate 12, and the other end is connected to the second connecting plate 13. The first connecting plate 12 is located in the first receiving cavity 81, and the second connecting plate 13 is located in the second receiving cavity 82.

[0066] Furthermore, the first connecting plate 12 can be stacked and fixedly connected to the lamp panel 11 located in the first receiving cavity 81; similarly, the second connecting plate 13 can be stacked and fixedly connected to the lamp panel 11 located in the second receiving cavity 82. In this way, when assembling the light strip 1, multiple light strips 1 can be connected into one piece by the first connecting plate 12 and the second connecting plate 13, and then connected to the lamp panel 11. Compared with the method of connecting each light strip 1 to the lamp panel 11 separately, the difficulty of electrical connection can be reduced and the assembly efficiency can be improved.

[0067] For the same front grille light, multiple first connecting plates 12 can be connected to a single light panel 11 located in the first receiving cavity 81, and multiple second connecting plates 13 can be connected to a single light panel 11 located in the second receiving cavity 82. This helps to integrate all the light strips 1 of the front grille light into a single unit, which can then be fixedly connected to the light cap 32, greatly reducing the difficulty of positioning and installation. The fixing methods can include screw fixing, riveting fixing, adhesive fixing, crimping fixing, snap-fit ​​fixing, and welding fixing.

[0068] The front grille light also includes a lamp panel electrically connected to the lamp strip 1. The lamp panel can be fixedly installed in the receiving cavity 8, and the lamp strip 1 extends out of the sealed lamp cavity 4 and connects to the lamp panel. For example, the lamp strip 1 can include a light strip that extends out of the sealed lamp cavity 4 and is electrically connected to the lamp panel located in the receiving cavity 8. Alternatively, the lamp strip 1 can include a light guide strip 9 and a light source. The light source is located in the receiving cavity 8 and electrically connected to the lamp panel located in the receiving cavity 8. The light guide strip 9 is physically connected to the lamp panel and is located in the sealed lamp cavity 4. The light guide strip 9 is oriented towards the light source so that the light emitted by the light source can be guided by the light guide strip 9 before exiting from the lamp cover 3.

[0069] In some alternative embodiments, regarding the limiting of the light strip 1 within the sealed lamp cavity 4, such as... Figure 7 As shown, the bracket 22 also includes a second leg 223 and a third leg 224, which are connected to the main body 221 and extend into the sealed lamp cavity 4. The main body 221, the second leg 223, and the third leg 224 cooperate to form a limiting cavity, within which the lamp strip 1 is disposed, positioned between the second leg 223 and the third leg 224. Thus, the second leg 223 and the third leg 224 clamp and limit the lamp strip 1 from both sides, effectively fixing it in a predetermined position within the sealed lamp cavity 4 and preventing displacement or loosening due to vibration during vehicle operation. Furthermore, the limiting cavity design allows for rapid positioning of the lamp strip 1 during assembly, improving assembly efficiency.

[0070] To limit the light strip 1 in the depth direction of the limiting cavity, while ensuring that the light strip 1 can be assembled into the limiting cavity. For example... Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, the body 221 is provided with a first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and a second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212 spaced apart along the length direction of the lamp strip 1. Both the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212 can extend into the sealed lamp cavity 4, and as shown... Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, it fits snugly against the bottom of light strip 1, forming a support for light strip 1. (As shown...) Figure 18 As shown, due to the protruding arrangement of the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212, the area of ​​the body 221 between the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212 forms a gap fit with the lamp strip 1. This helps reduce the contact area between the lamp strip 1 and the bracket 22, aiding in the dissipation of heat generated by the lamp strip 1 and preventing excessive heat concentration at the contact point between the lamp strip 1 and the bracket 22. Simultaneously, the arc-shaped surfaces of the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212 facilitate a good fit with the arc-shaped bottom surface of the lamp strip 1, increasing the contact area to disperse stress.

[0071] Furthermore, the second leg 223 is provided with a first arc-shaped side rib 2231 and the third leg 224 is provided with a second arc-shaped side rib 2241. In the depth direction of the limiting cavity, the first arc-shaped side rib 2231 is located on the side of the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 that is away from the body 221. The two can be spaced apart or connected. Similarly, the second arc-shaped side rib 2241 is located on the side of the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212 that is away from the body 221. The two can be spaced apart or connected.

[0072] Subsequently, after the light strip 1 is assembled into the limiting cavity, the bottom of the light strip 1 can fit against the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212, and the light strip 1 is clamped by the first arc-shaped side rib 2231 and the second arc-shaped side rib 2241, with the two sides of the light strip 1 respectively fitting against the first arc-shaped side rib 2231 and the second arc-shaped side rib 2241. Thus, a portion of the light strip 1 can be located within the semi-open space formed by the first arc-shaped side rib 2231 and the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211, such as... Figure 16 As shown, the first arc-shaped side rib 2231 can press against the lamp strip 1 inside the limiting cavity, forming a first upward oblique force F1; as Figure 17 As shown, a portion of the light strip 1 can also be located within the semi-open space formed by the second arc-shaped side rib 2241 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212. The second arc-shaped side rib 2241 can press the light strip 1 into the limiting cavity, forming a second upward force F2. The first force F1 and the second force F2 can clamp the portion of the light strip 1 located between the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211 and the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212, improving the installation stability of the light strip 1. At the same time, the semi-open space formed can improve the tolerance of errors, which helps in the installation of the light strip 1 and prevents the light strip 1 from being stuck and unable to be installed.

[0073] Assuming that the first arc-shaped bottom rib 2211, the second arc-shaped bottom rib 2212, the first arc-shaped side rib 2231, and the second arc-shaped side rib 2241 are used as a set of ribs for the bracket 22 to limit the light strip 1, then multiple sets of ribs can be configured along the length of the light strip 1 on the same bracket 22, thereby improving the installation stability of the light strip 1.

[0074] In the above embodiments, the structure of the lamp cover 3 was described from the perspective of shape. However, considering that the aesthetics of the vehicle's front face are usually taken into account when assembling the front grille light to the front of the vehicle, it is necessary to construct a light-transmitting pattern on the lamp cover 3 to enhance the vehicle's technological feel. Therefore, in the following embodiments, the structure of the lamp cover 3 will be described from the perspective of layered structure.

[0075] In some embodiments, from a layer structure perspective, such as Figure 19As shown, the lampshade 3 may include a light-transmitting cover 34 and a light-shielding layer 35, with the light-transmitting cover 34 sealed to the bracket 22. The light-shielding layer 35 is disposed in a portion of the light-transmitting cover 34, such as a portion of the light-emitting surface or a portion of the light-receiving surface. Thus, a light-transmitting pattern can be constructed using the light-shielding layer 35, enhancing aesthetics and a sense of technology. The light-shielding layer 35 can be a light-shielding paint layer. During the manufacturing process, the light-shielding paint layer can be fully covered on the light-emitting or light-receiving surface of the light-transmitting cover 34. Subsequently, a portion of the light-shielding paint layer can be removed using laser engraving or other etching processes to create the light-transmitting pattern.

[0076] In other embodiments, the lampshade 3 can be manufactured using two-color injection molding. For example... Figure 20 As shown, the lampshade 3 may include a first injection-molded layer 36 and a second injection-molded layer 37. One of the first injection-molded layer 36 and the second injection-molded layer 37 is a light-transmitting layer, and the other is a non-light-transmitting layer. The first injection-molded layer 36 and the second injection-molded layer 37 are stacked to form a light-transmitting pattern. Furthermore, at least one of the first injection-molded layer 36 and the second injection-molded layer 37 is sealed to the bracket 22. For example... Figure 20 As shown, the first injection-molded layer 36 is a light-transmitting layer, and the second injection-molded layer 37 is a non-light-transmitting layer. The first injection-molded layer 36 forms the main body of the lampshade 3, and the second injection-molded layer 37 is disposed inside the first injection-molded layer 36, covering and forming the non-light-emitting area. Thus, the first injection-molded layer 36 can be sealed to the bracket 22. In other embodiments, the second injection-molded layer 37 can also be sealed to the bracket 22, or both the first injection-molded layer 36 and the second injection-molded layer 37 can be sealed to the bracket 22.

[0077] In this way, by molding the light-transmitting and non-light-transmitting materials into one piece through two-color injection molding, a light-transmitting pattern can be formed on the lampshade 3 without the need for an additional painting process, which helps to reduce manufacturing processes and improve the durability of the pattern.

[0078] In some other embodiments, such as Figure 21As shown, the lamp cover 3 includes a third injection molding layer 38, a fourth injection molding layer 39, and a fifth injection molding layer 40. The third injection molding layer 38 is a light-transmitting layer, while the fourth and fifth injection molding layers 39 and 40 are opaque layers. The fifth injection molding layer forms an extension frame 322 and a second frame 33. The third and fourth injection molding layers 38 and 39 are stacked to form a cap 321, creating a light-transmitting pattern. Thus, the extension frame 322, being an opaque layer, can block light and prevent crosstalk between adjacent lamp strips 1. By using different injection molding layers for the extension frame 322 and the cap 321 to construct the opaque area, the material can be adapted to the application scenario. For example, the cap 321 typically forms the exterior surface of the front grille light, so a material that is easy to coat with an exterior layer can be used to improve aesthetics. The extension frame 322, usually facing the interior of the vehicle and not visible to the user, can therefore be made of a material with good light-blocking properties.

[0079] In this embodiment, such as Figure 22 and Figure 23 As shown, in the second frame 33 area of ​​the lampshade 3, the third injection molding layer 38, the fourth injection molding layer 39 and the fifth injection molding layer 40 can be stacked according to the light transmission pattern requirements. The structural layers can be the same as or different from those in the lamp cap 32 area.

[0080] Based on the aforementioned front grille light, this disclosure also provides a vehicle including a front grille light as described in any of the foregoing embodiments. This front grille light can be installed in the front grille area of ​​the vehicle and used as a daytime running light, position light, or decorative light. Because the front grille light integrates an air intake channel 5 between the lamp housing 2 and the lamp cover 3, the front grille light can continuously create convection with the rear when illuminated, enabling its application in the field of gasoline-powered vehicles.

[0081] Other embodiments of this disclosure will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the disclosure herein. This disclosure is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this disclosure that follow the general principles of this disclosure and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this disclosure are indicated by the following claims.

[0082] It should be understood that this disclosure is not limited to the precise structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A front grille light, characterized in that, include: Multiple light strips; The lamp housing includes a first through-hole and multiple brackets connected to the inner wall of the first through-hole, the multiple brackets being arranged side by side and spaced apart; The lampshade includes a second through opening and a plurality of lamp caps connected to the inner wall of the second through opening, wherein the plurality of lamp caps are arranged side by side and spaced apart; The lamp housing and the lamp shade are sealed together, and the lamp cap and the bracket are connected to form multiple sets of sealed lamp cavities. At least one lamp strip is provided in each sealed lamp cavity, and the gap between adjacent sealed lamp cavities forms an air intake channel.

2. The front grille light according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lamp housing includes a first frame forming the first through opening, and each of the brackets is connected to the first frame; The lampshade includes a second frame forming the second through opening, and each of the lamp caps is connected to the second frame; The first frame and the second frame cooperate to form a first annular groove, and the multiple lamp caps cooperate with the multiple brackets to form multiple spaced second annular grooves. Each second annular groove surrounds a single air intake channel, and the openings of the first annular groove and the second annular groove are both away from the sealed lamp cavity. The front grille light also includes a seal that fills the first annular groove and the second annular groove.

3. The front grille light according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bracket includes a body and a first leg. The body is used to form the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity, and the first leg is connected to the side of the body opposite to the sealed lamp cavity. The lamp cap includes a cap top and an extension frame connected to the cap top. The extension frame extends from the cap top in a direction away from the sealed lamp cavity. The body is disposed within the extension frame to form the sealed lamp cavity located on one side of the body. The side of the body away from the sealed lamp cavity, the extension frame, and the first leg are used to form the second annular groove.

4. The front grille light according to claim 3, characterized in that, The extension frame includes a first extension frame and a second extension frame disposed opposite to each other. The surface of the first extension frame facing the second extension frame is provided with a first rib, and the surface of the second extension frame facing the first extension frame is provided with a second rib. On a projection plane parallel to the length direction of the light strip, the orthographic projections of the first rib and the second rib are alternately arranged. The first rib is in contact with the surface of the body that forms the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity, and the second rib is in contact with the surface of the body that forms the bottom surface of the second annular groove.

5. The front grille light according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first frame includes a side frame and an extension wall. The side frame is arranged along the parallel direction of the plurality of supports and is connected to the supports. The extension wall is connected to the side of the side frame away from the supports and extends outward. The second frame covers the side frame and the extension wall, and forms part of the first annular groove with the side of the extension wall opposite to the second frame.

6. The front grille light according to claim 5, characterized in that, The second frame, the extended wall, and the side frame form a receiving cavity that communicates with the sealed lamp cavity; The front grille light also includes a light panel fixed inside the receiving cavity, and multiple light strips extend out of the sealed light cavity and are electrically connected to the light panel.

7. The front grille light according to claim 6, characterized in that, The receiving cavity includes a first receiving cavity and a second receiving cavity, wherein the first receiving cavity is located at one end of the light strip and the second receiving cavity is located at the other end of the light strip; The front grille light also includes a first connecting plate and a second connecting plate. One end of each of the multiple adjacent light strips extending out of the sealed lamp cavity is connected to the first connecting plate, and the other end is connected to the second connecting plate. The first connecting plate is located in the first receiving cavity and is connected to the lamp panel located in the first receiving cavity. The second connecting plate is located in the second receiving cavity and is connected to the lamp panel located in the second receiving cavity.

8. The front grille light according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bracket includes a main body, a second leg, and a third leg. The main body is used to form the bottom surface of the sealed lamp cavity. The second leg and the third leg are respectively connected to the main body and both extend into the sealed lamp cavity. The main body, the second leg, and the third leg cooperate to form a limiting cavity, and the light strip is disposed in the limiting cavity.

9. The front grille light according to claim 8, characterized in that, The main body is provided with a first arc-shaped bottom rib and a second arc-shaped bottom rib spaced apart along the length of the light strip; the second leg is provided with a first arc-shaped side rib, and the third leg is provided with a second arc-shaped side rib; Both the first and second arc-shaped bottom ribs are in contact with the light strip, and the body is in a gap fit with the light strip in the area where the first and second arc-shaped bottom ribs are located; The first arc-shaped side rib is located on the side of the first arc-shaped bottom rib that is away from the main body, and the second arc-shaped side rib is located on the side of the second arc-shaped bottom rib that is away from the main body. The first arc-shaped side rib and the second arc-shaped side rib respectively contact the side of the light strip and press the light strip into the limiting cavity.

10. The front grille light according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lampshade includes a light-transmitting cover and a light-shielding layer. The light-shielding layer is disposed in a portion of the light-transmitting cover and is used to construct a light-transmitting pattern.

11. The front grille light according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lampshade includes a first injection-molded layer and a second injection-molded layer, one of which is a light-transmitting layer and the other is a non-light-transmitting layer. The first injection-molded layer and the second injection-molded layer are stacked to form a light-transmitting pattern. At least one of the first injection-molded layer and the second injection-molded layer is sealed and connected to the bracket.

12. The front grille light according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lampshade includes a third injection molding layer, a fourth injection molding layer, and a fifth injection molding layer, wherein the third injection molding layer is a light-transmitting layer, and the fourth and fifth injection molding layers are non-light-transmitting layers; The lampshade includes a second frame, the lamp cap includes a cap top and an extension frame connected to the cap top, the fifth injection molding layer is injection molded to form the extension frame and the second frame, and the third injection molding layer and the fourth injection molding layer are stacked to form the cap top and construct a light-transmitting pattern.

13. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the front grille light as described in any one of claims 1-12.

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