Clock spring assembly structure for automobile and automobile

Abstract

The utility model discloses a clock spring assembly structure for an automobile, which comprises a clock spring follow-up end provided with a first limit seat; the clock spring fixing end is provided with a locking assembly, the locking assembly at least comprises a clamping head connected to the clock spring fixing end and a second limiting seat arranged on the clock spring fixing end, and the clamping head is limited in the first limiting seat instead of being limited by the second limiting seat; the clock spring follow-up end is locked relative to the clock spring fixed end, and the clock spring follow-up end is kept locked at the neutral position. The utility model further discloses an automobile. According to the clock spring assembly structure for the automobile and the automobile, the locking state of the clock spring follow-up end and the locking state of the clock spring fixing end can be flexibly switched; the structure is simple and the cost is easy to control.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of automobile manufacturing, in particular to a clock spring assembly structure for an automobile. Background Art

[0002] In the prior art, automobile clock springs usually use a latch to implement neutral locking. The automobile clock springs with this structure have the following technical problems: because the latch is an independent part, locking and then pulling out the latch is a destructive operation, and it will not be possible to insert and lock it a second time; that is, the latch will be broken and discarded after the steering wheel is installed on the vehicle for the first time, and when the automobile clock spring with this structure is repaired in the subsequent vehicle, the clock spring follower end will be in a free rotation state due to lack of effective fixation. Therefore, once the clock spring follower end rotates, the clock spring is not in the neutral position, which will cause the internal cable of the clock spring to be broken and the related functions to fail during the subsequent use of the vehicle. Utility Model Content

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the utility model is to provide a clock spring assembly structure for automobiles and an automobile, which can flexibly switch the locking state of the clock spring follower end and the clock spring fixed end; the structure is simple and the cost is easy to control.

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, an embodiment of the utility model provides a clock spring assembly structure for an automobile, comprising: a clock spring follower end, the clock spring follower end is provided with a first limit seat; a clock spring fixed end, the clock spring fixed end is provided with a locking assembly, the locking assembly at least comprises: a clamping head connected to the clock spring fixed end and a second limit seat installed on the clock spring fixed end, wherein: the clamping head is limited by the second limit seat and converted to be limited in the first limit seat, the clock spring follower end is locked relative to the clock spring fixed end, and the clock spring follower end remains locked in a neutral position.

[0005] Among them, a rotating support can rotate relative to the fixed end of the clock spring, one end of the clamping head is connected to the rotating support, and the rotating support is linked to the clamping head to rotate.

[0006] The locking assembly further comprises: a fixing piece mounted on the fixing end of the clock spring, and the rotating support is rotatably connected to the fixing piece.

[0007] The rotating support is flipped relative to the fixing member, and the fixing member and the rotating support are respectively provided with a circular hole and an axial hole with corresponding positions.

[0008] The clamping head is formed by connecting a plurality of clamping plates in sequence, and the plurality of clamping plates are enclosed in a U shape; corresponding clamping slots are respectively arranged on the two clamping plates.

[0009] Among them, the first limiting seat is a U-shaped groove that can adapt to accommodate the clamping head, and a convex ridge is provided in the U-shaped groove, and the position is adapted to the clamping slot, wherein: the clamping head is limited in the U-shaped groove of the first limiting seat, and the clamping slot is correspondingly clamped on the convex ridge.

[0010] The second limiting seat is composed of two limiting plates that can be adapted to accommodate the clamping head, and the positions of the two limiting plates are arranged relative to each other.

[0011] Wherein, a plug-in connector for connecting with electronic components on the steering wheel of the car is arranged on the follower end of the clock spring.

[0012] Wherein, a connector for connecting with a wiring harness of a vehicle body is arranged on the fixed end of the clock spring, and the fixed end of the clock spring is assembled on a pipe column mounting bracket of the vehicle body.

[0013] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model also discloses a vehicle having the above automobile clock spring assembly structure.

[0014] The automobile clock spring assembly structure and automobile provided by the utility model have the following beneficial effects: the automobile clock spring assembly structure comprises: a clock spring follower end, the clock spring follower end is provided with a first limit seat; a clock spring fixed end, the clock spring fixed end is provided with a locking assembly, the locking assembly at least comprises: a clamping head connected to the clock spring fixed end and a second limit seat installed on the clock spring fixed end, the clamping head is limited by the second limit seat and converted to be limited in the first limit seat, the clock spring follower end is locked relative to the clock spring fixed end, the clock spring follower end is kept locked in a neutral position, and the locking state of the clock spring follower end and the clock spring fixed end can be flexibly switched; the structure is simple and the cost is easy to control. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0016] Figure 1 It is a schematic structural diagram of the automotive clock spring assembly in the unlocked state according to the present embodiment.

[0017] Figure 2 It is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of the locking component of the automotive clock spring assembly of this embodiment in the unlocked state.

[0018] Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the automotive clock spring assembly in a locked state according to this embodiment.

[0019] Figure 4 It is an enlarged structural schematic diagram of the locking component of the automotive clock spring assembly in the locked state according to this embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0021] Figure 1-Figure 4 The figure shows the first embodiment of the clock spring assembly structure for automobile of the utility model.

[0022] The automotive clock spring assembly structure in this embodiment includes: a clock spring follower end 1, which is provided with a first limit seat 11; a clock spring fixed end 2, which is provided with a locking component 3, and the locking component 3 at least includes: a clamping head 33 connected to the clock spring fixed end 2 and a second limit seat 34 installed on the clock spring fixed end 2.

[0023] Wherein: the clamping head 33 can rotate relative to the clock spring fixed end 2, the clamping head 33 is limited by the second limit seat 34 and converted to be limited in the first limit seat 11, the clock spring follower end 1 is locked relative to the clock spring fixed end 2, and the clock spring follower end 1 remains locked in the neutral position.

[0024] In specific implementation, the clock spring follower end 1 can be adapted and installed with the steering wheel of the car, and after being installed with the steering wheel, it can rotate with the steering wheel. The clock spring follower end 1 in this embodiment is provided with a connector for connecting with the electronic components on the steering wheel of the car.

[0025] The clock spring fixed end 2 can be fixed relative to the automobile body. The clock spring fixed end 2 in this embodiment is assembled on the automobile body column mounting bracket, and a plug-in component for connecting to the automobile body wiring harness is provided on the clock spring fixed end 2. The connection between the internal cables of the clock spring and the electronic components at the steering wheel end is realized through the plug-in component of the clock spring fixed end 2.

[0026] Furthermore, a first limiting seat 11 is provided on the clock spring follower end 1. The function of the first limiting seat 11 is to limit the clamping head 33 of the locking assembly 3.

[0027] In this embodiment, the first limiting seat 11 is a U-shaped groove that can be adapted to accommodate the clamping head 33, and a convex ridge 112 is provided in the U-shaped groove. The function of the convex ridge 112 is to strengthen the fastening of the clamping head 33 and improve safety and reliability.

[0028] Furthermore, the locking assembly 3 has the function of flexibly switching the locking state of the clock spring follower end 1 and the clock spring fixed end 2, and when the two are relatively locked, the clock spring follower end 1 remains locked in a neutral position.

[0029] The clock spring follower end 1 is locked in the neutral position when the marking arrow T1 of the clock spring follower end 1 is aligned with the marking arrow T2 of the clock spring fixed end 2 as shown in the figure.

[0030] The locking assembly in this embodiment includes: a fixing member 31, a rotating support 32, a clamping head 33 and a second limiting seat 34. The fixing member 31 and the second limiting seat 34 are respectively mounted on the clock spring fixed end 2, the rotating support 32 is rotatably connected to the fixing member 31, and one end of the clamping head 33 is fixedly connected to the end of the rotating support 32. In this way, the clamping head 33 can rotate relative to the clock spring fixed end 2.

[0031] It can be understood that: by configuring the differentiated structures of the fixing member 31 and the rotating support 32, different ways of implementing the position change of the clamping head 33 relative to the clock spring fixed end 2 can be implemented. For example: when the assembly structure in which the rotating support 32 is directly connected to the clock spring fixed end 2 is set, so that the rotating support 32 can rotate relative to the clock spring fixed end 2, the rotation of the clamping head 33 relative to the clock spring fixed end 2 can be realized in linkage. For another example: the fixing member 31 can also be set to realize the indirect assembly between the rotating support 32 and the clock spring fixed end 2, thereby implementing the structural mode in which the clamping head 33 can be flipped relative to the clock spring fixed end 2.

[0032] In this embodiment, the rotating support 32 can rotate relative to the fixing member 31 through the following structure. A circular hole and an axial hole are respectively provided on the fixing member 31 and the rotating support 32, and a rotating shaft is provided between the two apertures, so that the rotating support 32 can rotate relative to the fixing member 31.

[0033] The clamping head 33 is composed of a plurality of clamping plates 330 connected in sequence. In this embodiment, there are three clamping plates 330, and the three clamping plates 330 are surrounded in a U shape, so as to enhance the assembly stability with the first limiting seat 11 / the second limiting seat 34.

[0034] Preferably, the two clamping plates 330 are respectively provided with clamping grooves 330a corresponding to the ridges 112 of the first limiting seat 11. During implementation, the clamping head 33 is limited in the U-shaped groove of the first limiting seat 11, and the clamping grooves 330a are correspondingly clamped on the ridges 112.

[0035] Furthermore, the second limiting seat 34 is two limiting plates that can be adapted to accommodate the clamping head 33. When implemented, the two limiting plates are arranged to be parallel and opposite to each other. When it is necessary to release the locking state of the locking assembly 3 on the clock spring follower end 1, the clamping head 33 can be flipped to convert it from being limited by the first limiting seat 11 to being limited in the second limiting seat 34. In this way, the locking of the clock spring fixed end 2 on the clock spring follower end 1 is released, that is, the locking assembly 3 can flexibly switch between the locked and unlocked states according to actual use needs.

[0036] In the specific implementation of the clock spring assembly structure for automobiles in this embodiment, the clamping head 33 of the locking assembly 3 is limited in the first limit seat 11, and the clamping groove 330a of the clamping head 33 is correspondingly clamped on the convex 112. In this way, the locking state of the clock spring fixed end 2 to the clock spring follower end 1 is maintained, and this state can be maintained from the factory to the production line. After the clock spring follower end 1 is installed and fixed to the vehicle steering wheel, the clamping head 33 can be flipped, and it can be limited from the first limit seat 11 to the second limit seat 34, and the locking of the clock spring fixed end 2 to the clock spring follower end 1 is released. In this way, the locking assembly 3 is prevented from generating abnormal noise when the vehicle vibrates.

[0037] For another example, when repairing a vehicle, the clock spring follower end 1 can be locked in the neutral position by the locking assembly 3 before the steering wheel and the clock spring can be disassembled. This can avoid the problem that when the clock spring is disassembled and assembled, the clock spring has no effective locking structure, which can easily cause the clock spring to be out of the neutral position due to human error, causing the cable inside the clock spring to be broken during the subsequent use of the vehicle, resulting in vehicle malfunction.

[0038] In other embodiments of the clock spring assembly structure for automobiles of the utility model, the locking assembly 3 can be arranged on the clock spring follower end 1, and a limit seat matched with the locking assembly 3 can be arranged on the clock spring fixed end 2. The process of locking by the locking assembly 3 is the same as that of the above embodiment, and will not be repeated. In addition, the utility model also discloses an automobile having the above-mentioned clock spring assembly for automobiles, and the process of locking by the locking assembly 3 is the same as that of the above embodiment, and will not be repeated.

[0039] The automobile clock spring assembly structure and automobile provided by the utility model have the following beneficial effects:

[0040] First, a clock spring assembly structure for an automobile comprises: a clock spring follower end, the clock spring follower end is provided with a first limit seat; a clock spring fixed end, the clock spring fixed end is provided with a locking assembly, the locking assembly comprises at least: a clamping head connected to the clock spring fixed end and a second limit seat installed on the clock spring fixed end, wherein: the clamping head is limited by the second limit seat and converted to be limited in the first limit seat, the clock spring follower end is locked relative to the clock spring fixed end, the clock spring follower end remains locked in a neutral position, and the locking state of the clock spring follower end and the clock spring fixed end can be flexibly switched.

[0041] Second, it reduces the need for frequent replacement of clock springs due to damage during the trial production stage, saving manpower and product consumption; the structure is streamlined and costs are easy to control.

Claims

1. A clock spring assembly structure for an automobile, characterized in that: include: A clock spring follower end, wherein the clock spring follower end is provided with a first limit seat; The clock spring fixed end is provided with a locking assembly, and the locking assembly at least comprises: a clamping head connected to the clock spring fixed end and a second limit seat installed on the clock spring fixed end, wherein: The clamping head is limited by the second limiting seat and converted to be limited in the first limiting seat, the clock spring follower end is locked relative to the clock spring fixed end, and the clock spring follower end remains locked in a neutral position.

2. The automotive clock spring assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking assembly further comprises: a rotating support which can rotate relative to the fixed end of the clock spring, one end of the clamping head is connected to the rotating support, and the rotating support is linked to the clamping head for rotation.

3. The automotive clock spring assembly structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking assembly further comprises: a fixing piece mounted on the fixing end of the clock spring, and the rotating support is rotatably connected to the fixing piece.

4. The automotive clock spring assembly structure as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating support is flipped relative to the fixing member, and the fixing member and the rotating support are respectively provided with a circular hole and an axial hole in one-to-one correspondence.

5. The automotive clock spring assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping head is formed by connecting a plurality of clamping plates in sequence, and the plurality of clamping plates are enclosed in a U shape; corresponding clamping slots are respectively arranged on the two clamping plates.

6. The automotive clock spring assembly structure as claimed in claim 5, characterized in that: The first limiting seat is a U-shaped groove capable of adapting to accommodate the clamping head, and a convex ridge whose position is adapted to the clamping groove is provided in the U-shaped groove, wherein: The clamping head is limited in the U-shaped groove of the first limiting seat, and the clamping groove is correspondingly clamped on the convex ridge.

7. The automotive clock spring assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second limiting seat is two limiting plates that can be adapted to accommodate the clamping head, and the positions of the two limiting plates are arranged opposite to each other.

8. The automotive clock spring assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clock spring follower end is provided with a plug-in connector for connecting with electronic components on the steering wheel of the car.

9. The automotive clock spring assembly structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixed end of the clock spring is provided with a connector for connecting with a wiring harness of a vehicle body, and the fixed end of the clock spring is assembled on a pipe column mounting bracket of a vehicle body.

10. A car, comprising: A clock spring assembly, characterized in that the clock spring assembly is a clock spring assembly structure for an automobile as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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