Automobile engine cover hinge assembling and positioning device

By designing a positioning device for the assembly of the hinge of the automotive engine cover, the combination of connecting plates, connecting rods and multiple pin mechanisms solves the problems of complex and bulky structure of the existing assembly, achieving low cost, short cycle and operation Convenient effect.

CN222474307UActive Publication Date: 2025-02-14CHERY AUTOMOBILE CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202420484310.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-03-13
Publication Date
2025-02-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-03-13

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Technical Problem

The existing automotive engine cover hinge assembly has complex structure and heavy, high manufacturing costs and long cycles, making it difficult to meet the requirements of low cost, short cycles and convenient operation in the trial production stage.

Method used

A positioning device for assembly and positioning of automobile engine cover hinges is designed, including a connecting plate and a connecting rod. The assembly mechanism consists of a positioning pin, a fixing pin, a hand latch, a connecting block and a pin seat. Through the symmetrical arrangement and flexible splicing of these components, the Accurate positioning of the body and hinges.

Benefits of technology

It reduces the manufacturing cost of engine cover hinge assembly, shortens the manufacturing cycle, improves assembly accuracy and efficiency, and is suitable for the needs of the trial production stage.

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Abstract

The utility model provides an automobile engine cover hinge assembly positioning device. The positioning device comprises a connecting plate and a connecting rod. The connecting plates are symmetrically and fixedly arranged at the two ends of the aluminum profile correspondingly. An assembling mechanism is arranged on the connecting plate; the assembling mechanism comprises a positioning pin, a fixing pin and a hand plug pin, and the positioning pin is arranged on the first side of the upper end face of the connecting plate in the vertical direction and can be connected to a vehicle body framework in an inserted mode so as to position a vehicle body in the X-direction, the Y-direction and the Z-direction; the fixing pin is arranged on the second side of the upper end face of the connecting plate in the vertical direction and can be inserted into a second positioning hole of the vehicle body framework, and therefore the vehicle body is positioned in the X direction, the Y direction and the Z direction. The hand bolt is arranged on the side edge of the connecting plate in the inclined direction and can be inserted into a third positioning hole of the vehicle body framework, and therefore the engine cover hinge is positioned in the X direction, the Y direction and the Z direction. According to the scheme provided by the utility model, the manufacturing cost can be reduced, the manufacturing period is shortened, and the assembly precision and the assembly efficiency of the engine cover hinge are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile engine cover hinge assembly and positioning devices, and in particular relates to an automobile engine cover hinge assembly and positioning device. Background Art

[0002] In the prior art, the engine hood hinge assembly has a complex and bulky structure, high manufacturing cost, and a long cycle, which is not suitable for the trial production stage with low cost, short cycle, and convenient operation requirements.

[0003] Based on the technical problems existing in the above-mentioned engine hood hinge assembly structure, there is no relevant solution yet; therefore, it is urgent to find an effective solution to solve the above-mentioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to address the deficiencies in the above-mentioned technology and to propose an automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device, aiming to solve one of the problems of the existing engine hood hinge equipment, namely, complex structure, bulky, high manufacturing cost and long cycle.

[0005] The utility model provides an assembly and positioning device for an automobile engine hood hinge. The positioning device comprises a connecting plate and a connecting rod, wherein the connecting rod is a long strip structure; the connecting plates are respectively and symmetrically fixedly arranged at two ends of an aluminum profile; an assembly mechanism is arranged on the connecting plate; the assembly mechanisms on the connecting plates at both ends are the same and symmetrical along the center line of the connecting rod; the assembly mechanism comprises a positioning pin, a fixing pin and a hand latch, the positioning pin is arranged on a first side of an upper end surface of the connecting plate in a vertical direction, and can be plugged into a vehicle body frame, so as to position the vehicle body in the X, Y and Z directions; the fixing pin is arranged on a second side of an upper end surface of the connecting plate in a vertical direction, and can be plugged into a second positioning hole of the vehicle body frame, so as to position the vehicle body in the X, Y and Z directions; the hand latch is arranged on a side of the connecting plate in an inclined direction, and can be plugged into a third positioning hole of the vehicle body frame, so as to position the engine hood hinge in the X, Y and Z directions.

[0006] Furthermore, the assembly mechanism also includes a connecting block and a first pin seat; the connecting block is installed on the first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate; the first pin seat is installed on the connecting block along the vertical direction, and the positioning pin is arranged on the top of the first pin seat.

[0007] Furthermore, the connecting block includes a first connecting block and a second connecting block; the first connecting block is installed on the first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate, the second connecting block is installed on the first connecting block, and the first pin seat is installed on the second connecting block along the vertical direction.

[0008] Furthermore, the assembly mechanism also includes a connecting block and a second pin seat; the connecting block is installed on the second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate; the second pin seat is installed on the connecting block along the vertical direction, and the fixing pin is arranged on the top of the second pin seat.

[0009] Furthermore, the connecting block includes a third connecting block and a fourth connecting block; the third connecting block is installed on the second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate, the fourth connecting block is installed on the third connecting block, and the second pin seat is installed on the fourth connecting block along the vertical direction.

[0010] Further, the installation height of the positioning pin in the vertical direction is lower than the installation height of the fixing pin.

[0011] Furthermore, the assembly mechanism also includes a connecting block and a third pin seat, the connecting block is installed on the side of the connecting plate, the third pin seat is obliquely installed on the connecting block, and two hand latches are installed side by side on the mounting surface of the third pin seat, and the mounting surface is inclined toward the lower end surface of the connecting plate.

[0012] Furthermore, the connecting block includes a fifth connecting block, a sixth connecting block and a seventh connecting block, the fifth connecting block is installed on the lower end surface of the connecting plate; the sixth connecting block is installed on the fifth connecting block in the vertical direction, and the seventh connecting block is installed obliquely on the sixth connecting block; the third pin seat is installed obliquely on the side of the seventh connecting block.

[0013] Furthermore, the assembly mechanism also includes a positioning block, which is fixedly arranged on a first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate along the vertical direction and is used to position the vehicle body in the Z direction.

[0014] Furthermore, the connecting rod is an aluminum profile.

[0015] Compared with the existing structure, the automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device provided by the utility model can reduce the manufacturing cost, shorten the manufacturing cycle, and improve the assembly accuracy and assembly efficiency of the engine hood hinge. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The utility model is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0017] The utility model will be further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 This is an overall schematic diagram of an assembly and positioning device for a hinge of an automobile engine cover according to the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view of a vehicle engine hood hinge assembly positioning device according to the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a top view of a vehicle engine cover hinge assembly positioning device of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 The utility model is a left side view of a vehicle engine cover hinge assembly positioning device.

[0022] In the figure: 1, connecting plate; 2, first connecting block; 3, second connecting block; 4, first pin holder; 5, positioning pin; 6, positioning block; 7, third connecting block; 8, fourth connecting block; 9, second pin holder; 10, fixing pin; 11, fifth connecting block; 12, sixth connecting block; 13, seventh connecting block; 14, third pin holder; 15, hand latch; 16, aluminum profile. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects to be solved by the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention.

[0024] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "disposed on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or indirectly on the other element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or indirectly connected to the other element.

[0025] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present utility model, the meaning of "multiple" is two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined. The meaning of "several" is one or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0026] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "left", "right", etc. indicate directions or positional relationships based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0027] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installation", "connection" and "connection" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present utility model can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0028] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the utility model provides an assembly and positioning device for a hinge of an automobile engine hood, the positioning device comprises a connecting plate 1 and a connecting rod, the connecting rod is a long strip structure, specifically, the connecting rod is an aluminum profile 16; the connecting plates 1 are symmetrically fixedly arranged at both ends of the aluminum profile 16; an assembly mechanism is arranged on the connecting plate 1; the assembly mechanisms on the connecting plates 1 at both ends are the same and symmetrical along the midline of the connecting rod; the assembly mechanism comprises a positioning pin 5, a fixing pin 10 and a hand latch 15, the positioning pin 5 is arranged on the first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate 1 along the vertical direction, and can be plugged into the body frame, so as to position the body in the X, Y and Z directions; the fixing pin 10 is arranged along the vertical direction The hand latch 15 is arranged on the side of the connecting plate 1 along the inclined direction, and can be inserted into the third positioning hole of the vehicle body frame, so as to position the engine hood hinge in the X, Y and Z directions; specifically, the X, Y and Z directions are based on the three-dimensional coordinate system of the vehicle frame as a reference; the automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device provided by the utility model can reduce the manufacturing cost of the automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device, shorten the manufacturing cycle, and improve the engine hood hinge assembly accuracy and assembly efficiency compared with the existing structure.

[0029] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the assembly mechanism also includes a connecting block and a first pin seat 4; specifically, the connecting block is installed on the first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate 1; the first pin seat 4 is installed on the connecting block along the vertical direction, and the positioning pin 5 is arranged on the top of the first pin seat 4, so that it can be plugged into the vehicle body frame, thereby positioning the vehicle body in the X, Y, and Z directions.

[0030] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the connecting block includes a first connecting block 2 and a second connecting block 3; the first connecting block 2 is installed on the first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate 1, the second connecting block 3 is installed on the first connecting block 2, and the first pin seat 4 is installed on the second connecting block 3 along the vertical direction; two connecting blocks are spliced, which makes it convenient to connect the first pin seat 4 and to adjust the installation position of the first pin seat 4.

[0031] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the assembly mechanism also includes a connecting block and a second pin seat 9; specifically, the connecting block is installed on the second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate 1; the second pin seat 9 is installed on the connecting block along the vertical direction, and the fixing pin 10 is arranged on the top of the second pin seat 9, thereby being inserted into the second positioning hole of the vehicle body frame, thereby positioning the vehicle body in the X, Y, and Z directions.

[0032] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4As shown, in this embodiment: the connecting block includes a third connecting block 7 and a fourth connecting block 8; specifically, the third connecting block 7 is installed on the second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate 1, the fourth connecting block 8 is installed on the third connecting block 7, and the second pin seat 9 is installed on the fourth connecting block 8 along the vertical direction; two connecting blocks are spliced, which makes it convenient to connect the second pin seat 9 and to adjust the installation position of the second pin seat 9.

[0033] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the installation height of the positioning pin 5 in the vertical direction is lower than the installation height of the fixing pin 10, so that the automobile engine hood hinge can be positioned on different surfaces.

[0034] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the assembly mechanism also includes a connecting block and a third pin seat 14. Specifically, the connecting block is installed on the side of the connecting plate 1, the third pin seat 14 is installed obliquely on the connecting block, and two hand latches 15 are installed side by side on the installation surface of the third pin seat 14, and the installation surface is inclined toward the lower end surface of the connecting plate 1.

[0035] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the connecting blocks include a fifth connecting block 11, a sixth connecting block 12 and a seventh connecting block 13, wherein the fifth connecting block 11 is installed on the lower end surface of the connecting plate 1; the sixth connecting block 12 is installed on the fifth connecting block 11 along the vertical direction, and the seventh connecting block 13 is installed obliquely on the sixth connecting block 12; specifically, the third pin seat 14 is installed obliquely on the side of the seventh connecting block 13, thereby realizing the oblique installation of the two hand latches 15.

[0036] Preferably, in combination with the above scheme, Figures 1 to 4 As shown, in this embodiment: the assembly mechanism also includes a positioning block 6, which is fixedly arranged on the first side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate 1 along the vertical direction and is used to position the vehicle body in the Z direction; specifically, the positioning block 6 is an L-shaped positioning block.

[0037] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the automobile engine cover hinge assembly positioning device provided by the utility model comprises the following steps:

[0038] Insert the fixing pin 10 of the positioning device into the second positioning hole of the vehicle body frame, and check that the positioning profile of the second pin seat 9 fits the profile of the vehicle body without any gap;

[0039] Place the positioning pin 5 of the positioning device on the body frame and check that the positioning pin profile fits the body profile without any gap;

[0040] Install the engine cover hinge on the hinge positioning mechanism, insert the hand latch 15, and check that the hand latch positioning surface fits the hinge surface without gap;

[0041] Install the engine cover hinge bolts according to the process requirements, and remove the positioning device after the bolts are installed.

[0042] Compared with the existing structure, the automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device provided by the utility model can reduce the manufacturing cost, shorten the manufacturing cycle, and improve the assembly accuracy and assembly efficiency of the engine hood hinge.

[0043] The above is only a preferred embodiment of the utility model, and does not limit the utility model in any form. Any technician familiar with the field can make many possible changes and modifications to the technical solution of the utility model by using the above-mentioned technical content without departing from the scope of the technical solution of the utility model, or modify it into an equivalent embodiment of equivalent changes. Therefore, any changes, modifications, equivalent changes and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technology of the utility model without departing from the content of the technical solution of the utility model shall fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the utility model.

Claims

1. A vehicle engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device, characterized in that: The positioning device comprises a connecting plate (1) and a connecting rod, wherein the connecting rod is a long strip structure and is an aluminum profile (16); the connecting plates (1) are symmetrically fixedly arranged at both ends of the aluminum profile (16); an assembly mechanism is arranged on the connecting plate (1); the assembly mechanisms on the connecting plates (1) at both ends are the same and are symmetrical along the center line of the connecting rod; the assembly mechanism comprises a positioning pin (5), a fixing pin (10) and a hand latch (15); the positioning pin (5) is arranged on the connecting plate (1) along the vertical direction. The connecting plate (1) is provided on a first side of the upper end surface and can be plugged into a vehicle frame, thereby positioning the vehicle frame in the X, Y and Z directions; the fixing pin (10) is provided on a second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate (1) in a vertical direction and can be plugged into a second positioning hole of the vehicle frame, thereby positioning the vehicle frame in the X, Y and Z directions; the hand latch (15) is provided on a side of the connecting plate (1) in an inclined direction and can be plugged into a third positioning hole of the vehicle frame, thereby positioning the engine hood hinge in the X, Y and Z directions.

2. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly mechanism further comprises a connecting block and a first pin seat (4); the connecting block is mounted on a first side of an upper end surface of the connecting plate (1); the first pin seat (4) is mounted on the connecting block in a vertical direction, and the positioning pin (5) is arranged on the top of the first pin seat (4).

3. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting block comprises a first connecting block (2) and a second connecting block (3); the first connecting block (2) is mounted on a first side of an upper end surface of the connecting plate (1), the second connecting block (3) is mounted on the first connecting block (2), and the first pin seat (4) is mounted on the second connecting block (3) in a vertical direction.

4. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly mechanism further comprises a connecting block and a second pin seat (9); the connecting block is mounted on the second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate (1); the second pin seat (9) is mounted on the connecting block in a vertical direction, and the fixing pin (10) is arranged on the top of the second pin seat (9).

5. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The connecting block comprises a third connecting block (7) and a fourth connecting block (8); the third connecting block (7) is mounted on the second side of the upper end surface of the connecting plate (1), the fourth connecting block (8) is mounted on the third connecting block (7), and the second pin seat (9) is mounted on the fourth connecting block (8) in a vertical direction.

6. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The installation height of the positioning pin (5) in the vertical direction is lower than the installation height of the fixing pin (10).

7. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly mechanism further comprises a connecting block and a third pin seat (14), wherein the connecting block is mounted on the side of the connecting plate (1), the third pin seat (14) is obliquely mounted on the connecting block, and the two hand latches (15) are mounted side by side on a mounting surface of the third pin seat (14), the mounting surface being inclined towards the lower end surface of the connecting plate (1).

8. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The connecting blocks comprise a fifth connecting block (11), a sixth connecting block (12) and a seventh connecting block (13); the fifth connecting block (11) is mounted on the lower end surface of the connecting plate (1); the sixth connecting block (12) is mounted on the fifth connecting block (11) in a vertical direction; the seventh connecting block (13) is mounted obliquely on the sixth connecting block (12); and the third pin seat (14) is mounted obliquely on the side surface of the seventh connecting block (13).

9. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly mechanism further comprises a positioning block (6), the positioning block (6) being fixedly arranged on a first side of an upper end surface of the connecting plate (1) in a vertical direction and being used for positioning the vehicle body in the Z direction.

10. The automobile engine hood hinge assembly and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting rod is an aluminum profile (16).