Knuckle integrated with brake caliper support

Abstract

The utility model relates to a steering knuckle integrated with a brake caliper bracket, which comprises a steering knuckle bottom plate, the end part of the steering knuckle bottom plate is provided with a brake caliper mounting bracket, one side of the steering knuckle bottom plate is provided with a shaft head, and the other side of the steering knuckle bottom plate is provided with a master pin mounting hole; according to the split type steering knuckle, the problem that the total weight of a traditional split type steering knuckle and a brake caliper support is large is effectively solved, and the weight reduction effect is obvious.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of commercial vehicles, in particular to a knuckle integrated with a brake caliper bracket. Background Technique

[0002] On a traditional disc steering axle, the brake caliper and the knuckle are respectively connected to the brake caliper bracket through connecting bolts. The brake caliper bracket and the knuckle are of a split structure. This assembly structure is relatively heavy in weight and high in development cost. In order to meet the increasing lightweight requirements of commercial vehicles, it is urgent to reduce the weight of the traditional disc steering axle. A new type of knuckle with an integrated brake caliper bracket and knuckle needs to be designed. Content of the Utility Model

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a knuckle integrated with a brake caliper bracket in view of the deficiencies of the prior art, and solve the problem of the relatively heavy total weight of the traditional split knuckle and brake caliper bracket.

[0004] The utility model is realized by adopting the following technical scheme:

[0005] A knuckle integrated with a brake caliper bracket, the knuckle includes a knuckle bottom plate, a brake caliper mounting bracket is arranged at the end of the knuckle bottom plate, an axle head is arranged on one side of the knuckle bottom plate, and a kingpin mounting hole is arranged on the other side of the knuckle bottom plate.

[0006] Preferably, the number of the brake caliper mounting brackets is two, and they are symmetrically arranged on the knuckle bottom plate.

[0007] Preferably, a brake caliper mounting hole is arranged on the brake caliper mounting bracket.

[0008] Preferably, a positioning groove coaxial with the brake caliper mounting hole is arranged on the brake caliper mounting bracket.

[0009] Preferably, a weight reduction structure is arranged on the brake caliper mounting bracket.

[0010] Preferably, the kingpin mounting hole includes an upper kingpin hole and a lower kingpin hole; reinforcing ribs connected to the upper kingpin hole and the lower kingpin hole are respectively arranged on the knuckle bottom plate.

[0011] Preferably, the kingpin inclination angle between the center lines of the upper kingpin hole and the lower kingpin hole and the vertical plane is 6°-10°.

[0012] Preferably, the knuckle is of an integral casting or integral forging structure.

[0013] Preferably, the axle head is of a solid or hollow structure.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the utility model has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0015] The steering knuckle and brake caliper bracket of the utility model are integrally designed, effectively solving the problem of the relatively heavy total weight of the traditional split steering knuckle and brake caliper bracket, and the weight reduction effect is obvious.

[0016] The utility model optimizes the design of the reinforcing rib and weight reduction groove structure on the steering knuckle, effectively improving the braking stiffness of the steering knuckle while ensuring the overall strength of the steering knuckle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] The following further describes the utility model with reference to the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0019] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model Figure 2 .

[0020] DESCRIPTION OF THE REFERENCE NUMERALS:

[0021] 1. Brake caliper mounting bracket; 2. Steering knuckle bottom plate; 3. Axle head; 4. Brake caliper mounting hole; 5. Positioning groove; 6. Weight reduction groove; 7. Lower kingpin hole; 8. Upper kingpin hole; 9. First reinforcing rib; 10. Second reinforcing rib. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0022] In order to more clearly understand the above objects, features and advantages of the utility model, the following describes the utility model in detail with reference to the drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the embodiments of the present application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other. In the description of the utility model, it should also be noted that unless otherwise clearly defined and limited, the terms "set", "installed", "connected" 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, an electrical connection; it can be directly connected, or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the utility model can be understood according to specific situations.

[0023] As Figure 1-2 shown: A steering knuckle integrated with a brake caliper bracket, the steering knuckle includes a steering knuckle bottom plate 2, a brake caliper mounting bracket 1 is provided at the end of the steering knuckle bottom plate 2, an axle head 3 is provided on one side of the steering knuckle bottom plate 2, and a kingpin mounting hole is provided on the other side of the steering knuckle bottom plate 2.

[0024] The number of the brake caliper mounting brackets 1 is two, and they are symmetrically arranged on the steering knuckle bottom plate 2.

[0025] The brake caliper mounting bracket 1 is provided with brake caliper mounting holes 4.

[0026] The brake caliper mounting bracket 1 is provided with a positioning groove 5 coaxial with the brake caliper mounting holes 4.

[0027] The brake caliper mounting bracket 1 is provided with a weight reduction structure, which can be a weight reduction groove 6 structure or a weight reduction hole structure.

[0028] The kingpin mounting holes include an upper kingpin hole 8 and a lower kingpin hole 7; reinforcing ribs are respectively provided on the steering knuckle bottom plate 2 and connected to the upper kingpin hole 8 and the lower kingpin hole 7. Preferably, a first reinforcing rib 9 is provided on the side of the steering knuckle bottom plate 2 close to the outside of the steering knuckle center and connected to the upper kingpin hole 8; a second reinforcing rib 10 is provided on the side of the steering knuckle bottom plate 2 close to the outside of the steering knuckle center and connected to the lower kingpin hole 7.

[0029] The kingpin inclination angles between the centerlines of the upper kingpin hole 8 and the lower kingpin hole 7 and the vertical plane are 6° to 10°.

[0030] The steering knuckle is of an integral casting or integral forging structure.

[0031] The axle head 3 is of a solid or hollow structure.

[0032] For those skilled in the art, it is obvious that the present utility model is not limited to the details of the above exemplary embodiments, and can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of the present utility model. Therefore, from any point of view, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-limiting. The scope of the present utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the above description. Therefore, all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are intended to be included in the present utility model. Any reference signs in the claims should not be regarded as limiting the claimed rights.

[0033] As described above, the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present utility model and are not intended to limit them; although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements for some of the technical features; and these modifications or replacements do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A steering knuckle with an integrated brake caliper bracket, characterized in that: The steering knuckle comprises a steering knuckle base plate (2), a brake caliper mounting bracket (1) is arranged at the end of the steering knuckle base plate (2), a shaft head (3) is arranged on one side of the steering knuckle base plate (2), and a kingpin mounting hole is arranged on the other side of the steering knuckle base plate (2).

2. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The brake caliper mounting brackets (1) are two in number and are symmetrically arranged on the steering knuckle bottom plate (2).

3. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The brake caliper mounting bracket (1) is provided with a brake caliper mounting hole (4).

4. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 3, characterized in that: The brake caliper mounting bracket (1) is provided with a positioning groove (5) coaxial with the brake caliper mounting hole (4).

5. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The brake caliper mounting bracket (1) is provided with a weight reduction structure.

6. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The kingpin mounting hole comprises an upper kingpin hole (8) and a lower kingpin hole (7); reinforcing ribs connected to the upper kingpin hole (8) and the lower kingpin hole (7) are respectively arranged on the steering knuckle bottom plate (2).

7. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 6, characterized in that: The kingpin inclination angle between the center line of the upper kingpin hole (8) and the lower kingpin hole (7) and the vertical plane is 6° to 10°.

8. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The steering knuckle is an integrally cast or integrally forged structure.

9. The steering knuckle with integrated brake caliper bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shaft head (3) is a solid or hollow structure.

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