Positioning tool

Abstract

The utility model provides a positioning tool, which is applied to a vehicle and comprises a main body and a mounting groove, the body can be matched with and attached to the surface of the vehicle. And the mounting groove is formed in the main body and is used for limiting the mounting position of the film. Mounting grooves are formed in a main body of the positioning tool, and the mounting grooves are determined according to the actual position, where a structural film needs to be pasted, of a vehicle. A user only needs to attach the positioning tool to the corresponding vehicle body, and then the structural film can be directly attached according to the groove hole of the mounting groove. Therefore, the positioning tool can conveniently mark the position where the structural film needs to be pasted, operation is easy and effective, the efficiency and accuracy of pasting the structural film are improved, and the vehicle body technology is optimized. In addition, the positioning tool is simple in structure and easy to produce, can be correspondingly designed according to different vehicle types, different parts and different installation positions, and is wide in application range.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the automotive field, and in particular to a positioning tool. Background Art

[0002] With the development of automobile manufacturing and new material technology, structural sealants with various properties are becoming more and more widely used as an important material necessary for automobile production. The application of structural sealants in automobile manufacturing can not only strengthen the structure of the automobile, tighten and prevent rust, and insulate and reduce vibration, but also replace traditional processes such as welding or riveting of certain body sheet metal parts, simplify the production process, and optimize the product structure. As a new type of automobile body bonding technology, structural adhesive can transmit large mechanical load stress and avoid stress concentration between sheet metals, thereby improving the stiffness, strength and durability of body structural parts. It can also solve the problem of difficulty in applying welds between sheet metals with more than three layers of body. Due to these obvious advantages, structural adhesives are widely used by many automobile manufacturers.

[0003] In the process of automobile body manufacturing, in order to enhance the rigidity and strength of the body structure, structural adhesive is usually added to some multi-layer sheet metal overlap locations where it is difficult to apply welding points. This adhesive has a high bonding strength. After thermal expansion, the two layers of sheet metal are tightly combined into one. It has good adhesion to the sheet metal surface and does not require special heating and curing equipment. Although this structural adhesive patch is easy to operate when manually pasted, if the position of the adhesive is deviated, it will not play a role in strengthening the structure at the overlap of the sheet metal, and it is easy to cause sheet metal abnormal noise problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The present application provides a positioning tool to solve some or all of the deficiencies in the related art.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, an embodiment of the present application provides a positioning tool, which is applied to a vehicle, and the positioning tool includes a main body and an installation groove; the main body can adapt to and fit with the surface of the vehicle; the installation groove is opened on the main body to limit the installation position of the film.

[0006] Optionally, there are a plurality of mounting grooves, and the mounting grooves are spaced apart along a first direction and / or a second direction, and the first direction is different from the second direction.

[0007] Optionally, the mounting groove is opened at the outer edge of the main body, and the mounting groove includes an opening arranged at the outer edge.

[0008] Optionally, there is a distance between the mounting groove and an outer edge of the main body.

[0009] Optionally, a positioning member is further included; the positioning member is connected to the main body and is used to be connected to a vehicle.

[0010] Optionally, the positioning member is a positioning pin, and the positioning pin is used to be inserted into a positioning hole of the vehicle.

[0011] Optionally, the positioning member and the main body are integrally formed, or the positioning member is fixedly connected to the main body.

[0012] Optionally, the positioning tool includes a handle, and the handle is arranged on a side of the main body away from the vehicle.

[0013] Optionally, a bending section is provided on a side of the main body away from the mounting groove; the bending section is bent along the surface of the main body in a direction away from the vehicle.

[0014] Optionally, the thickness of the main body is greater than or equal to 1 mm and less than or equal to 3 mm.

[0015] The technical solution provided by the embodiments of the present application may have the following beneficial effects:

[0016] It can be seen from the above embodiments that the positioning tool of the present application is provided with installation grooves on its main body, and these installation grooves are determined according to the actual positions on the vehicle where the structural film needs to be pasted. The user only needs to stick the positioning tool against the corresponding vehicle body, and then directly paste the structural film according to the slot holes of the installation grooves. This makes it very convenient for the positioning tool in the present application to mark the positions where the structural film needs to be pasted. The operation is simple and effective, which improves the efficiency and accuracy when pasting the structural film and optimizes the vehicle body process. In addition, the positioning tool has a simple structure and is easy to produce. It can be designed accordingly for different vehicle models, different parts, and different installation positions, and has a wide range of applications.

[0017] It is to be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0019] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the structure of the positioning tool in the embodiment of the present application.

[0020] Description of reference numerals:

[0021] Positioning tool 1, main body 11, bending section 111, installation groove 12, positioning member 13, handle 14. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements unless otherwise indicated. The methods described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all methods consistent with the present application. Instead, they are merely examples of devices consistent with some aspects of the present application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0023] The terms used in this application are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit this application. Unless otherwise defined, the technical terms or scientific terms used in this application should be understood by people with ordinary skills in the field to which this application belongs. The words "first", "second" and similar words used in the specification and claims of this application do not indicate any order, quantity or importance, but are only used to distinguish different components. Similarly, similar words such as "one" or "one" do not indicate a quantitative limit, but indicate that there is at least one, and if only "one" is referred to, it will be separately described. "Multiple" or "several" means two or more. Unless otherwise specified, similar words such as "front", "rear", "lower" and / or "upper" are only for the convenience of explanation, and are not limited to one position or one spatial orientation. Similar words such as "include" or "comprise" mean that the elements or objects appearing in front of "include" or "comprise" cover the elements or objects listed after "include" or "comprise" and their equivalents, and do not exclude other elements or objects. "Connected" or "connected" and similar words are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, and may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The singular forms "a", "said" and "the" used in this specification and the appended claims are also intended to include plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term "and / or" used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more associated listed items.

[0024] The embodiments of the present application are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the absence of conflict, the features of the following embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of the present application provides a positioning tool 1, which is applied to a vehicle. The positioning tool 1 includes a main body 11 and a mounting groove 12. The main body 11 can be adapted and fitted to the surface of the vehicle. The mounting groove 12 is provided on the main body 11 to limit the installation position of the film.

[0026] In this embodiment, the positioning tool 1 is provided with mounting grooves 12 on the main body 11, and these mounting grooves 12 are determined according to the actual positions where the structural film needs to be pasted on the vehicle. During the production process of the vehicle, when the structural film needs to be pasted, the user only needs to affix the positioning tool 1 to the corresponding vehicle body, mark the pasting position through the mounting groove 12, and then directly paste the structural film according to the slot holes of the mounting groove 12. This makes it very convenient for the positioning tool 1 to mark the position where the structural film needs to be pasted, which is simple and effective to operate, improves the efficiency and accuracy when pasting the structural film, and optimizes the vehicle body process. At the same time, during the mass production of vehicles, the use of the positioning tool can improve the uniformity of the bonding position of the structural films of different vehicles, thereby improving the production efficiency and production quality of mass production of vehicles. In addition, the positioning tool 1 has a simple structure and is easy to produce. It can be designed accordingly for different models, different parts, and different installation positions, and has a wide range of applications.

[0027] The installation slot 12 is set according to the vehicle model, installation location, and the location and number of locations to be pasted. For example, in one embodiment, the B-pillar position of the vehicle needs to be pasted with structural films, the number of pasted films is 5, the arrangement method is to arrange along a straight line, and the size of each structural film is different. Therefore, if Figure 1 As shown, the number of the mounting grooves 12 is 5 and they are spaced apart along the first direction X, and the size of each mounting groove 12 is set according to the size of the structural film to be pasted.

[0028] In another embodiment, according to the installation requirements of the vehicle, the installation slots 12 are spaced apart along the second direction Y. In addition, in other embodiments, multiple installation slots 12 may be provided simultaneously in the first direction X and the second direction Y. Therefore, the present application does not limit this.

[0029] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 1 As shown, the mounting groove 12 is provided at the outer edge of the main body 11. The mounting groove 12 includes an opening provided at the outer edge.

[0030] The mounting grooves 12 are arranged at the outer edge of the main body 11, and each mounting groove 12 includes an opening, so that the mounting grooves 12 do not limit the width of the structural film, and the positioning tool 1 is still applicable even when a wider film needs to be replaced. Such a structure effectively improves the fault tolerance and application range of the positioning tool 1, and is also more convenient for pasting structural films.

[0031] In addition, the length of the mounting groove 12 is slightly greater than the length of the structural film. In an optional embodiment, the length of the mounting groove 12 is 1-4 mm longer than the structural film. For example, the length of the mounting groove 12 may be 1 mm, 2 mm, 3 mm or 4 mm longer than the structural film. In the actual pasting process, the worker needs to fix the positioning tool 1 with one hand and paste the structural film with the other hand. The worker only needs to align one side of the mounting groove 12 to complete the installation, and since the length of the mounting groove 12 is longer than the structural film, there is a reserved space in the mounting groove 12 for the worker to adjust the position of the hand and the structural film during installation. It can be seen that the above-mentioned arrangement makes the pasting of the structural film more convenient while ensuring the pasting effect of the film, and also makes the positioning tool 1 more fault-tolerant.

[0032] In another embodiment, the mounting groove 12 is arranged to have a spacing from the outer edge of the main body 11. That is, the mounting groove 12 is arranged closer to the middle of the main body 11 without an opening. Such an arrangement enables the position of the film in the first direction X and the second direction Y to be limited, thereby further improving the positioning accuracy of the positioning tool 1, thereby improving the accuracy of the pasting of the structural film. When in use, after the positioning is completed, it is only necessary to consider pasting the film in the mounting groove 12, thereby simplifying the pasting process and making its operation simpler and clearer.

[0033] Of course, in other optional embodiments, the setting mode of the installation groove 12 can be set according to specific installation requirements. For example: in the structural film that needs to be pasted on the vehicle, the width of the film pasted at two positions may be changed due to different vehicles. In order to save time and cost, the installation grooves 12 corresponding to these two positions are set as grooves with openings, and other positions are set as grooves without openings because the size of the structural film will basically not change. Such a setting not only ensures the accuracy and convenience when pasting the structural film, but also makes the use of the positioning tool 1 more flexible and extensive, effectively saving production time and production costs. Therefore, the present application does not limit the setting position of the installation groove 12.

[0034] In an optional embodiment, the positioning tool 1 further includes a positioning member 13. The positioning member 13 is connected to the main body 11 and is used to be connected to the vehicle.

[0035] In some embodiments, the positioning member 13 can fix the positioning tool 1 by magnetic attraction, that is, a magnet is provided on the positioning tool 1, and a magnet is also provided correspondingly at the position where the structural film needs to be pasted on the vehicle. When using the positioning tool 1, the two magnets are aligned with each other so that the positioning tool 1 is magnetically attracted to the position where the structural film needs to be pasted, thereby completing the positioning. Alternatively, the positioning member 13 fixes the positioning tool 1 by bonding, that is, a sticky positioning member 13 is provided on the main body 11, and a mark is made at the corresponding position of the vehicle. When using the positioning tool 1, the positioning member 13 is bonded to the marked position to complete the positioning, and then the structural film is pasted. Therefore, the present application does not limit the setting method of the positioning member 13.

[0036] The present application uses the positioning piece 13 to locate the position on the vehicle where the structural film needs to be pasted, so that the positioning tool 1 can more accurately determine the position corresponding to each installation groove 12, thereby effectively improving the use efficiency and stability of the positioning tool 1, and also improving the accuracy of pasting the structural film, which is beneficial to ensure the uniformity of the position of the structural film during mass production of vehicles.

[0037] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 1 As shown, the positioning member 13 is a positioning pin. The positioning pin is used to be inserted into a positioning hole of the vehicle.

[0038] A positioning pin is used as the positioning member 13, so that when using the positioning jig 1, it is only necessary to insert the positioning pin into the positioning hole at the corresponding structure of the vehicle to fix the position of the positioning jig 1. The provision of the positioning pin simplifies the use process of the positioning jig 1. In addition, when keeping the positioning jig 1 in contact with the surface of the vehicle, the worker may apply a force at a certain angle to the surface of the vehicle to the positioning jig 1, thereby pushing the positioning jig 1 to move along the surface of the vehicle. The cooperation between the positioning pin and the positioning hole can limit the movement of the positioning jig 1 along the surface of the vehicle, which is beneficial to enhance the stability of the positioning jig 1 when it is placed on the vehicle body, thereby improving the convenience and accuracy of pasting the structural film. When the positioning jig 1 is produced, the positioning hole is determined according to the position of the process hole of the vehicle body, thereby determining the installation position of the positioning member 13, and the main body 11 and the positioning member 13 are integrally formed to ensure the firmness and accuracy of the positioning member 13.

[0039] The positioning member 13 can be integrally formed with the main body 11, thereby improving the structural strength of the positioning tool 1. Alternatively, the positioning member 13 can be fixedly connected to the main body 11, such as by bonding, welding, threaded connection, etc. This application does not limit this.

[0040] It is easy to understand that when the plate-like structure of the main body 11 is attached to the vehicle surface, it is difficult for workers to quickly and stably separate the main body 11 from the vehicle surface. Figure 1As shown, the positioning tool 1 includes a handle 14. The handle 14 is arranged on a side of the main body 11 away from the vehicle.

[0041] When using the positioning tool 1, the user only needs to hold the handle 14 to complete the processes of moving, positioning, installing the positioning member 13, and installing the structural patch of the positioning tool 1, without directly holding the main body 11. The setting of the handle 14 effectively improves the convenience of using the positioning tool 1, thereby improving the use efficiency of the positioning tool 1.

[0042] In such Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the handle 14 is configured as a crossbar-shaped structure, which is convenient for workers to operate by hand. In other embodiments, the handle 14 can be configured as two vertical structures extending outward from the surface of the main body 11, which allows workers to adjust the position of the positioning tool 1 with both hands. Alternatively, the handle 14 can be configured as a hook-shaped structure extending outward from the main body 11, which is not only convenient for workers to adjust the position of the positioning tool 1 during installation, but also allows the positioning tool 1 to be conveniently hung up by the hook, thereby facilitating the storage of the positioning tool 1 in the workshop, so that the positioning tool 1 is not easily lost. Therefore, the present application does not limit the structure of the handle 14.

[0043] In an optional embodiment, if Figure 1 As shown, a bending section 111 is provided on one side of the main body 11 away from the mounting groove 12. The bending section 111 is bent along the surface of the main body 11 in a direction away from the vehicle.

[0044] The setting of the bending section 111 ensures the safety of the positioning tool 1 during use, and effectively protects the vehicle body from being scratched by the edge of the positioning tool 1. If the body of some vehicles is arched upward, the positioning tool 1 will still be applicable because the bending section 111 is bent away from the vehicle, and there will be no gap between the main body 11 and the body, thereby expanding the scope of application of the positioning tool 1. In addition, due to the existence of the bending section 111, a straight line will appear at the starting point of the bending section 111, which allows the positioning tool 1 to be positioned according to the starting point of the bending section 111, further improving the positioning accuracy of the positioning tool 1.

[0045] Of course, in an optional embodiment, the bending angle of the bending section 111 is determined according to the actual structure of the vehicle body and installation requirements. For example, the bending angle of the bending section 111 can be 10°, 20°, 30°, 40° or 45°, etc. Therefore, this application does not limit this.

[0046] In an optional embodiment, all outer edges of the positioning tool 1 are polished so that the outer edges are polished into a smooth shape. For example, the four corners of the main body 11, the inner edge of the mounting groove 12, the outer edge of the bending section 111, and the outer edge of the main body 11, etc. Since during the use of the positioning tool 1, the worker needs to fix the positioning tool 1 by hand and paste the structural film into the mounting groove 12, and the worker needs to operate back and forth many times during the pasting, polishing these positions can well protect the worker's hands from being scratched by the positioning tool 1. At the same time, since the positioning tool 1 needs to directly contact the body surface of the vehicle, it can also protect the body from being scratched by the positioning tool 1. It can be seen that the polishing process effectively prevents the positioning tool 1 from scratching the user or the body, and improves its safety during use.

[0047] In some embodiments, the main body 11 can also be made of a steel plate greater than or equal to 1 mm and less than or equal to 3 mm. For example, the main body 11 can be made of a steel plate with a thickness of 1 mm, 2 mm or 3 mm. Such a setting ensures the structural strength of the main body 11 while also ensuring the convenience of installation of the structural film. In a preferred embodiment, the main body 11 is made of a steel plate with a thickness of 1 mm, which makes the groove depth of the installation groove 12 smaller, making it convenient for workers to affix the structural film. In addition, this also makes the weight of the positioning tool 1 lighter, which is beneficial for workers to perform operations such as moving and positioning, and avoids worker fatigue due to the positioning tool 1 being too heavy.

[0048] The specific embodiments described herein are merely examples of the spirit of the present application. A person skilled in the art of the present application may make various modifications, supplements, or replace the described specific embodiments with similar methods, but they will not deviate from the spirit of the present application or exceed the scope defined by the attached claims.

[0049] The technical features of the above embodiments may be combined arbitrarily. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

Claims

1. A positioning tool, applied to a vehicle, characterized in that: The positioning tool includes a main body and an installation groove; the main body can adapt to and fit with the surface of the vehicle; the installation groove is arranged on the main body to limit the installation position of the film; there are multiple installation grooves, and the installation grooves are spaced apart along a first direction and / or a second direction, and the first direction is different from the second direction.

2. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The installation groove is disposed at the outer edge of the main body, and the installation groove includes an opening disposed at the outer edge.

3. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: There is a distance between the installation groove and the outer edge of the main body.

4. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a positioning member; the positioning member is connected to the main body and is used to be connected to the vehicle.

5. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that: The positioning member is a positioning pin, and the positioning pin is used to be inserted into a positioning hole of the vehicle.

6. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that: The positioning member and the main body are integrally formed, or the positioning member is fixedly connected to the main body.

7. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning tool comprises a handle, and the handle is arranged on a side of the main body away from the vehicle.

8. The positioning tool as claimed in claim 1, characterized in that: A bending section is provided on one side of the main body away from the mounting groove; the bending section is bent along the surface of the main body in a direction away from the vehicle.

9. The positioning tool according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The thickness of the main body is greater than or equal to 1 mm and less than or equal to 3 mm.

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