Water pump support and vehicle with same

By dividing the water pump bracket into first-stage and second-stage vibration isolation components, and using fasteners and bushing components to fix them with the water pump and the body, the problems of poor vibration noise and vibration isolation effects of water pumps in new energy vehicles are solved, and better results are achieved vibration isolation effect.

CN222254314UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-27CHINA FAW CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420096177.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-01-15
Publication Date
2024-12-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-01-15

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Technical Problem

The vibration and noise of water pumps in new energy vehicles is serious, especially in hybrid models, due to complex systems and space limitations, the vibration isolation effect of the water pump bracket is poor, making it difficult to avoid body resonance.

Method used

A water pump bracket is designed, by dividing it into a first connecting bracket and a second connecting bracket, and using fasteners and bushing components to perform first and second vibration isolation, which is fixed with the water pump and the vehicle body respectively, to improve the vibration isolation effect. .

Benefits of technology

It effectively improves the vibration isolation effect of the water pump bracket, reduces vibration noise, and enhances the stability and vibration isolation performance of the bracket.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a water pump support and a vehicle with the same, the water pump support comprises a first connecting support assembly, the first connecting support assembly has a clamping state for clamping a water pump to be installed and a releasing state for releasing the water pump to be installed, part of the first connecting support assemblies are made of rubber materials. The second connecting bracket comprises a fourth connecting part; and the number of the lining assemblies is one or more, the lining assemblies are arranged in the first mounting holes, and threaded holes are formed in the lining assemblies. The water pump support is divided into the first connecting support and the second connecting support, the first connecting support is connected with the water pump through the fastener, the second connecting support is connected with the vehicle body fixing point through the lining assembly, the fastener is used for primary vibration isolation, and the lining assembly is used for secondary vibration isolation. The vibration isolation effect of the water pump support is effectively improved by adopting the two vibration isolation modes.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of brackets, and in particular to a water pump bracket and a vehicle having the same. Background Art

[0002] Since new energy vehicles have higher requirements for the overall noise of the vehicle, and the cooling system of new energy vehicles is more complex, with more cooling circuits, more water pumps are needed, and the vibration and noise problems caused by the operation of the water pump are also increasing. In new energy vehicles, especially hybrid vehicles, the systems are more complex, the space in the cabin is limited, and the layout of the water pump and its bracket is more limited. The water pump will generate a certain speed during its operation, and there is a risk of resonance with the vehicle body. The resonance frequency range of the vehicle body is large and difficult to avoid, so the vibration isolation of the water pump has become a major problem for hybrid vehicles. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a water pump bracket and a vehicle having the same, so as to solve the problem of poor vibration isolation effect of the water pump bracket in the prior art.

[0004] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, according to one aspect of the utility model, a water pump bracket is provided, including: a first connecting bracket assembly, the first connecting bracket assembly has a clamping state for clamping a water pump to be installed, and the first connecting bracket assembly has a releasing state for releasing the water pump to be installed, wherein part of the first connecting bracket assembly is made of rubber material; a second connecting bracket, the second connecting bracket includes a fourth connecting part, one end of the fourth connecting part is connected to the first connecting bracket assembly, and the other end of the fourth connecting part away from the first connecting bracket assembly is provided with two first mounting holes; a bushing assembly, the bushing assembly is one or more, the bushing assembly is arranged in the first mounting hole, the bushing assembly is provided with a threaded hole, and the second connecting bracket is fixedly connected to the vehicle body by a second bolt passing through the threaded hole.

[0005] Furthermore, the first connecting bracket assembly includes: a connecting body, the two ends of the connecting body are arranged opposite to each other so that the middle part of the connecting body is surrounded by an annular clamping space, and the annular clamping space is used to clamp the water pump to be installed; a locking assembly, the locking assembly is detachably connected to the two ends of the connecting body so that the two ends of the connecting body have a clamping state of mutual fit, and the two ends of the connecting body have a released state of mutual separation, the connecting body is made of rubber material, and the second connecting bracket is connected to the connecting body.

[0006] Furthermore, the locking assembly includes: a metal fastener, which is arranged in at least one end of the connecting body; and a locking member, which is detachably inserted into the metal fastener to lock the connecting body.

[0007] Furthermore, a toothed portion is provided on the side wall of the connecting body located in the annular clamping space. When the first connecting bracket assembly is in the clamping state, the toothed portion abuts against the water pump. The connecting body is also provided with a protrusion, which is connected to one end of the fourth connecting portion.

[0008] Further, the fourth connecting part includes: a first plate body, the first plate body is connected to the raised part; a second plate body, the first end of the second plate body is connected to an end of the first plate body away from the raised part and is arranged at an angle with the first plate body; a third plate body, the third plate body is connected to the second end of the second plate body and is arranged at an angle with the second plate body, and a first mounting hole is provided on the third plate body.

[0009] Furthermore, the second connecting bracket also has a fifth connecting part, which includes: a fourth plate body, the first end of the fourth plate body is connected to the side wall of the second plate body; a fifth plate body, the side wall of the first end of the fifth plate body is connected to the second end of the fourth plate body and is arranged at an angle, the second end of the fifth plate body extends along the height direction of the second connecting bracket, and the fifth plate body is provided with at least one second mounting hole.

[0010] Furthermore, the bushing assembly includes: a mounting pad, a side wall of the mounting pad is provided with an annular groove, when the bushing assembly is set in the first mounting hole, part of the third plate body is set in the annular groove, and the mounting pad is provided with a first connecting hole; a second bushing, the second bushing is set in the first connecting hole, the second bushing is provided with a threaded hole, and both ends of the second bushing are provided with embossed tooth structures.

[0011] Furthermore, the mounting pad is made of rubber material.

[0012] Furthermore, the second bushing includes: a main body portion, which is arranged in the first mounting hole and is provided with a threaded hole; an annular boss, which is connected to one end of the main body portion and abuts against the embossed tooth structure.

[0013] According to another aspect of the utility model, a vehicle is provided, comprising a water pump bracket, wherein the water pump bracket is the above-mentioned water pump bracket.

[0014] By applying the technical solution of the utility model, the water pump bracket is divided into a first connecting bracket and a second connecting bracket, the first connecting bracket is connected to the water pump through a fastener, and the second connecting bracket is connected to the fixing point of the vehicle body through a bushing assembly, wherein the fastener is a primary vibration isolation, and the bushing assembly is a secondary vibration isolation, and the use of two vibration isolation methods effectively improves the vibration isolation effect of the water pump bracket. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The drawings constituting part of the present application are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present invention. In the drawings:

[0016] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a water pump bracket according to the utility model is shown;

[0017] Figure 2 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a second connecting bracket according to the utility model is shown;

[0018] Figure 3 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a second bushing according to the utility model is shown;

[0019] Figure 4 A schematic structural diagram of an embodiment of a mounting pad according to the utility model is shown;

[0020] Figure 5 A structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of a first connecting bracket assembly according to the utility model is shown.

[0021] The above drawings include the following reference numerals:

[0022] 10. Connecting body; 11. Locking assembly; 110. Metal fastener; 111. Locking member; 112. Toothed portion; 113. Protruding portion;

[0023] 20, fourth connection part; 200, first plate; 201, second plate; 202, third plate; 21, fifth connection part; 210, fourth plate; 211, fifth plate; 212, second mounting hole; 22, first mounting hole; 23, threaded hole;

[0024] 30. Mounting pad; 300. Annular groove; 31. First connecting hole; 32. Second bushing; 34. Main body; 35. Annular boss. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of the present application can be combined with each other. The present utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in combination with the embodiments.

[0026] It should be noted that the terms used herein are only for describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to the present application. As used herein, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is also intended to include the plural form. In addition, it should be understood that when the terms "comprise" and / or "include" are used in this specification, it indicates the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components and / or combinations thereof.

[0027] It should be noted that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the present application and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that the terms used in this way can be interchangeable where appropriate, so that the embodiments of the present application described herein can be implemented in an order other than those illustrated or described herein, for example. In addition, the terms "including" and "having" and any of their variations are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusions, for example, a process, method, system, product or device that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are clearly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not clearly listed or inherent to these processes, methods, products or devices.

[0028] Now, exemplary embodiments according to the present application will be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, these exemplary embodiments may be implemented in a variety of different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiments described herein. It should be understood that these embodiments are provided to make the disclosure of the present application thorough and complete, and to fully convey the concepts of these exemplary embodiments to those of ordinary skill in the art. In the accompanying drawings, for the sake of clarity, the thickness of the layers and regions may be enlarged, and the same reference numerals are used to represent the same devices, and thus their descriptions will be omitted.

[0029] Combination Figures 1 to 5 As shown, according to a specific embodiment of the present application, a water pump bracket is provided.

[0030] Specifically, a water pump bracket comprises: a first connecting bracket assembly, the first connecting bracket assembly has a clamping state for clamping a water pump to be installed, and the first connecting bracket assembly has a releasing state for releasing the water pump to be installed, wherein part of the first connecting bracket assembly is made of rubber material; a second connecting bracket, the second connecting bracket comprises a fourth connecting portion 20, one end of the fourth connecting portion 20 is connected to the first connecting bracket assembly, and the other end of the fourth connecting portion 20 away from the first connecting bracket assembly is provided with two first mounting holes 22; a bushing assembly, the bushing assembly is one or more, the bushing assembly is arranged in the first mounting hole 22, the bushing assembly is provided with a threaded hole 23, and the second connecting bracket is fixedly connected to the vehicle body by a second bolt passing through the threaded hole 23.

[0031] In this embodiment, the water pump bracket is divided into a first connecting bracket and a second connecting bracket, the first connecting bracket is connected to the water pump through a fastener, and the second connecting bracket is connected to the fixing point of the vehicle body through a bushing assembly, wherein the fastener is a first-level vibration isolation, and the bushing assembly is a second-level vibration isolation. The use of two vibration isolation methods effectively improves the vibration isolation effect of the water pump bracket.

[0032] Furthermore, the first connecting bracket assembly includes: a connecting body 10, the two ends of the connecting body 10 are arranged opposite to each other so that the middle part of the connecting body 10 is surrounded by an annular clamping space, and the annular clamping space is used to clamp the water pump to be installed; a locking assembly 11, the locking assembly 11 is detachably connected to the two ends of the connecting body 10, so that the two ends of the connecting body 10 have a mutually fitting clamping state, and the two ends of the connecting body 10 have a mutually separated release state, the connecting body 10 is made of rubber material, and the second connecting bracket is connected to the connecting body 10. In this embodiment, the connecting body 10 and the locking assembly 11 are fixed by vulcanization or plug-in, and this arrangement ensures that the first connecting bracket assembly will not break in the working state and detach from the water pump. In addition, the rubber bracket and the water pump are the first-level vibration isolation, and the metal bracket and the vehicle body are the second-level vibration isolation, which basically retains the direction of the metal skeleton and can enhance the vibration isolation effect.

[0033] Furthermore, the locking assembly 11 includes: a metal fastener 110, which is disposed in at least one end of the connection body 10; and a locking member 111, which is detachably inserted into the metal fastener 110 to lock the connection body 10. In this embodiment, the metal fastener 110 has a through hole, and the locking member 111 passes through the through hole to fix the two ends of the connection body 10. This arrangement ensures that the first connection bracket assembly will not break in the working state and detach from the water pump. A first bushing is provided between the metal fastener 110 and the connection body 10.

[0034] Furthermore, a toothed portion 112 is provided on the side wall of the connection body 10 located in the annular clamping space. When the first connection bracket assembly is in the clamping state, the toothed portion 112 abuts against the water pump. The connection body 10 is also provided with a protrusion 113, which is connected to one end of the fourth connection portion 20. This arrangement effectively increases the friction between the connection body 10 and the water pump, and effectively prevents the connection body 10 and the water pump from slipping.

[0035] Further, the fourth connecting portion 20 includes: a first plate 200, the first plate 200 is connected to the protrusion 113; a second plate 201, the first end of the second plate 201 is connected to the end of the first plate 200 away from the protrusion 113 and is arranged at an angle with the first plate 200; a third plate 202, the third plate 202 is connected to the second end of the second plate 201 and is arranged at an angle with the second plate 201, and the third plate 202 is provided with a first mounting hole 22. Such an arrangement effectively improves the stable connection between the second connecting bracket and the first connecting bracket assembly, and ensures the rigidity of the second connecting bracket.

[0036] Furthermore, the second connecting bracket also has a fifth connecting portion 21, which includes: a fourth plate 210, the first end of which is connected to the side wall of the second plate 201; a fifth plate 211, the side wall of the first end of the fifth plate 211 is connected to the second end of the fourth plate 210 and is arranged at an angle, the second end of the fifth plate 211 extends along the height direction of the second connecting bracket, and the fifth plate 211 is provided with at least one second mounting hole 212. This arrangement allows the second connecting bracket to be equipped with other components through the second mounting hole 212 according to different vehicle models and different situations.

[0037] Further, the bushing assembly includes: a mounting pad 30, a side wall of the mounting pad 30 is provided with an annular groove 300, when the bushing assembly is arranged in the first mounting hole 22, part of the third plate 202 is arranged in the annular groove 300, the mounting pad 30 is provided with a first connecting hole 31; a second bushing 32, the second bushing 32 is arranged in the first connecting hole 31, the second bushing 32 is provided with a threaded hole 23, and both ends of the second bushing 32 are provided with an embossed tooth structure. Such an arrangement provides a secondary vibration isolation effect for the second connecting bracket and the vehicle body fixing point.

[0038] Furthermore, the mounting pad 30 is made of rubber material. Such a configuration effectively improves the vibration isolation efficiency between the second connecting bracket and the vehicle body through the rubber material.

[0039] Furthermore, the second bushing 32 includes: a main body 34, which is arranged in the first mounting hole 22, and the main body 34 is provided with a threaded hole 23; an annular boss 35, which is connected to one end of the main body 34, and the annular boss 35 abuts against the embossed tooth structure. In this embodiment, the main body 34 and the annular boss 35 are both made of stainless steel. The annular boss 35 is fixed to the welding nut by projection welding; the main body 34 and the annular boss 35 are riveted to press the embossed teeth into the annular boss 35, the aperture is smaller than the outer diameter of the embossed teeth, and plastic deformation occurs under pressure to achieve a clamping effect. The contact surface of the second bushing 32 has no protrusions and is flush with the rubber contact surface, eliminating the risk of the bolt crushing the rubber bracket or gasket during the tightening process.

[0040] In another embodiment of the present application, a vehicle is provided, including a water pump bracket, and the water pump bracket is the above-mentioned water pump bracket.

[0041] For ease of description, spatially relative terms such as "above", "above", "on the upper surface of", "above", etc. may be used here to describe the spatial positional relationship between a device or feature and other devices or features as shown in the figure. It should be understood that spatially relative terms are intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientation described in the figure. For example, if the device in the accompanying drawings is inverted, the device described as "above other devices or structures" or "above other devices or structures" will be positioned as "below other devices or structures" or "below other devices or structures". Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below". The device can also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatially relative descriptions used here are interpreted accordingly.

[0042] In addition to the above, it should be noted that "one embodiment", "another embodiment", "embodiment", etc. mentioned in this specification refer to the specific features, structures or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment included in at least one embodiment generally described in this application. The same expression appearing in multiple places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Further, when describing a specific feature, structure or characteristic in conjunction with any embodiment, it is claimed that the realization of such feature, structure or characteristic in conjunction with other embodiments also falls within the scope of the present utility model.

[0043] In the above embodiments, the description of each embodiment has its own emphasis. For parts that are not described in detail in a certain embodiment, reference can be made to the relevant descriptions of other embodiments.

[0044] The above description is only the preferred embodiment of the utility model, and is not intended to limit the utility model. For those skilled in the art, the utility model can have various modifications and changes. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A water pump bracket, characterized in that: include: A first connecting bracket assembly, wherein the first connecting bracket assembly has a clamping state for clamping a water pump to be installed, and the first connecting bracket assembly has a releasing state for releasing the water pump to be installed, wherein a portion of the first connecting bracket assembly is made of rubber material; a second connecting bracket, the second connecting bracket comprising a fourth connecting portion (20), one end of the fourth connecting portion (20) being connected to the first connecting bracket assembly, and the other end of the fourth connecting portion (20) away from the first connecting bracket assembly being provided with two first mounting holes (22); A bushing assembly, wherein the bushing assembly is one or more, the bushing assembly is arranged in the first mounting hole (22), the bushing assembly is provided with a threaded hole (23), and the second connecting bracket is fixedly connected to the vehicle body by a second bolt passing through the threaded hole (23).

2. The water pump bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connecting bracket assembly comprises: A connecting body (10), wherein two ends of the connecting body (10) are arranged opposite to each other so that the middle of the connecting body (10) is surrounded by an annular clamping space, and the annular clamping space is used to clamp the water pump to be installed; A locking assembly (11), wherein the locking assembly (11) is detachably connected to the two ends of the connecting body (10), so that the two ends of the connecting body (10) have the clamping state in which they fit together, and the two ends of the connecting body (10) have the releasing state in which they are separated from each other, the connecting body (10) is made of rubber material, and the second connecting bracket is connected to the connecting body (10).

3. The water pump bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking assembly (11) comprises: A metal fastener (110), the metal fastener (110) being arranged in at least one end of the connecting body (10); A locking piece (111), wherein the locking piece (111) is detachably inserted into the metal fastener (110) to lock the connecting body (10).

4. The water pump bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting body (10) is provided with a toothed portion (112) on the side wall located in the annular clamping space; when the first connecting bracket assembly is in the clamping state, the toothed portion (112) abuts against the water pump; the connecting body (10) is also provided with a protruding portion (113); and the protruding portion (113) is connected to one end of the fourth connecting portion (20).

5. The water pump bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fourth connecting portion (20) comprises: A first plate body (200), wherein the first plate body (200) is connected to the protruding portion (113); a second plate body (201), wherein a first end of the second plate body (201) is connected to an end of the first plate body (200) away from the protruding portion (113) and is arranged at an angle with the first plate body (200); A third plate body (202), the third plate body (202) is connected to the second end of the second plate body (201) and is arranged at an angle to the second plate body (201), and the first mounting hole (22) is provided on the third plate body (202).

6. The water pump bracket according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second connecting bracket further comprises a fifth connecting portion (21), wherein the fifth connecting portion (21) comprises: a fourth plate body (210), wherein a first end of the fourth plate body (210) is connected to a side wall of the second plate body (201); A fifth plate body (211), wherein the side wall of the first end of the fifth plate body (211) is connected to the second end of the fourth plate body (210) and is arranged at an angle, the second end of the fifth plate body (211) extends along the height direction of the second connecting bracket, and the fifth plate body (211) is provided with at least one second mounting hole (212).

7. The water pump bracket according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bushing assembly comprises: A mounting pad (30), wherein a side wall of the mounting pad (30) is provided with an annular groove (300), when the bushing assembly is arranged in the first mounting hole (22), a portion of the third plate body (202) is arranged in the annular groove (300), and the mounting pad (30) is provided with a first connecting hole (31); A second bushing (32), the second bushing (32) is arranged in the first connecting hole (31), the second bushing (32) is provided with a threaded hole (23), and both ends of the second bushing (32) are provided with embossed tooth structures.

8. The water pump bracket according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mounting pad (30) is made of rubber material.

9. The water pump bracket according to claim 7, wherein the second bushing (32) comprises: A main body (34), the main body (34) being disposed in the first mounting hole (22), and the main body (34) being provided with the threaded hole (23); An annular boss (35), the annular boss (35) is connected to one end of the main body (34), and the annular boss (35) abuts against the embossed tooth structure.

10. A vehicle, comprising a water pump bracket, characterized in that: The water pump bracket is the water pump bracket according to any one of claims 1 to 9.