Automobile suspension cover wheel trim cover assembly

By designing a suspended LOGO logo and a wheel decorative cover assembly with a sealed cavity, the problems of simplicity of traditional design and insufficient waterproof and dustproof performance are solved, and the effects of advanced sense enhancement, enhanced waterproof and dustproof performance and improved installation stability are achieved.

CN222946456UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-06NINGBO ZHONGJUN SHANGYUAN AUTO PARTS
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Application Number
CN202422030985.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-21
Publication Date
2025-06-06
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-21

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Technical Problem

The traditional wheel decorative cover is simple in design and lacks innovation, which makes it difficult to meet consumers' pursuit of high-end and personalized vehicles. At the same time, the waterproof and dustproof performance are insufficient and are easily affected by bad weather.

Method used

A car suspension cover wheel decorative cover assembly is designed, using a suspended LOGO logo, forming a sealing cavity between the base and the transparent cover, combining the design of bearings and counterweights to ensure that the LOGO base remains vertical, and sealing and stable connection is achieved through ultrasonic welding and hot melt welding.

Benefits of technology

It improves the vehicle's sense of advancedness and recognition, enhances waterproof and dustproof performance, improves installation stability and reliability, extends the service life of the decorative cover, and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an automobile suspension cover wheel trim cover assembly, and relates to the technical field of automobile parts. The utility model relates to a decorative cover assembly, which comprises an outer decorative cover assembly and an inner decorative cover assembly fixedly connected to the outer decorative cover assembly, the inner decorative cover assembly comprises a base, a transparent cover is arranged on the base, a sealing cavity is formed between the base and the transparent cover, a LOGO base is arranged in the sealing cavity, the LOGO base is rotatably connected with the base through a bearing, a balancing weight is eccentrically arranged on the LOGO base, and the balancing weight is arranged on the base. The inner decorative cover assembly is fixedly connected to the hub, and when the hub rotates, the LOGO base is kept vertical and does not synchronously rotate along with the hub under the combined action of the bearing and the balancing weight. Due to the design of the suspended LOGO, the visual layering sense of the vehicle is improved, and the advanced sense and the identification degree of the vehicle are improved; a sealing cavity is formed between the base and the transparent cover, the waterproof and dustproof standard of the IP67 level is achieved, and the service life is prolonged. And through the structural design of the clamping jaws, the clamping springs and the like, stable connection with the hub is achieved, and potential safety hazards caused by loosening or falling off are avoided.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile parts, in particular to an automobile suspension cover wheel decorative cover assembly. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of the automobile industry and the increasing diversification of consumer demand, automobile manufacturers are paying more and more attention to the exterior design and detail processing of vehicles to enhance the attractiveness and market competitiveness of vehicles. As an important part of the vehicle's appearance, wheel covers not only protect the wheels and tires, but also play an important role in enhancing the overall appearance of the vehicle and brand recognition.

[0003] Traditional wheel covers often use a single LOGO logo, with simple design and lack of innovation, which makes it difficult to meet consumers' pursuit of high-end and personalized vehicles. In addition, the waterproof and dustproof performance of traditional wheel covers is often insufficient, and they are easily affected by bad weather, causing damage or corrosion to internal parts.

[0004] Therefore, the market urgently needs a new type of wheel cover assembly, which should not only have high waterproof and dustproof performance to protect internal parts from the external environment, but also have unique design elements, such as a suspended LOGO logo, to enhance the vehicle's sense of luxury and recognition. At the same time, the assembly should also have good installation stability and reliability to ensure stable performance under various road conditions.

[0005] Based on this, the applicant proposed an automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly to solve the above technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0006] The utility model aims at the deficiencies in the prior art and provides an automobile suspension cover wheel decorative cover assembly to solve the above technical problems.

[0007] The utility model solves the problem through the following technical solutions:

[0008] A vehicle floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly comprises an outer decorative cover assembly and an inner decorative cover assembly fixedly connected to the outer decorative cover assembly, the inner decorative cover assembly comprises a base, a transparent cover is arranged on the base, a sealed cavity is formed between the base and the transparent cover, a LOGO base is arranged in the sealed cavity, the LOGO base is rotatably connected to the base via a bearing, a counterweight block is eccentrically arranged on the LOGO base, the inner decorative cover assembly is fixedly connected to the wheel hub, when the wheel hub rotates, the LOGO base is kept vertically by the joint action of the bearing and the counterweight block and does not rotate synchronously with the wheel hub.

[0009] Preferably, a mounting groove is provided in the middle of the base, the outer ring of the bearing is fixedly embedded in the mounting groove, and a connecting protrusion is provided on the lower side of the LOGO base, and the connecting protrusion is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the bearing.

[0010] Preferably, a LOGO body is fixedly clamped on the upper side of the LOGO base, a plurality of buckling claws are arranged on the LOGO body, a plurality of buckling grooves are correspondingly arranged on the LOGO base, and the buckling claws are cooperatively connected with the buckling grooves.

[0011] Preferably, the base and the transparent cover are sealed and connected by ultrasonic welding.

[0012] Preferably, the outer decorative cover assembly comprises an outer decorative cover body and an outer decorative aluminum cover, the outer decorative aluminum cover is provided with a plurality of clamping feet, the outer decorative cover body is correspondingly provided with a plurality of clamping slots, and the clamping feet are cooperatively connected with the clamping slots.

[0013] Preferably, the outer decorative cover body and the base are assembled by hot-melt welding.

[0014] Preferably, a plurality of hot melt blocks are arranged on the lower side of the outer decorative cover body, and a plurality of connecting seats are correspondingly arranged on the base, and connecting holes are arranged on the connecting seats. After the hot melt blocks are inserted into and pass through the connecting holes, the ends of the hot melt blocks are melted by hot melt welding and then connected to the connecting seats.

[0015] Preferably, a plurality of claws are provided on the lower side of the base, and the claws are clamped and connected to the wheel hub.

[0016] Preferably, a retaining spring is also provided on the clamping claw.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0018] 1. Enhance the vehicle's sense of luxury and recognition: By adopting a suspended LOGO design, the LOGO can remain vertical while the vehicle is driving, rather than rotating synchronously with the wheel hub. This unique design not only increases the vehicle's visual layering, but also significantly enhances the vehicle's sense of luxury and recognition, making the vehicle stand out from many models;

[0019] 2. Enhanced waterproof and dustproof performance: The decorative cover assembly of the utility model forms a sealed cavity between the base and the transparent cover, and reaches the IP67 level waterproof and dustproof standard. This design effectively prevents the intrusion of external moisture and dust, protects internal parts from corrosion and damage, extends the service life of the decorative cover, and also reduces vehicle maintenance costs;

[0020] 3. Improve installation stability and reliability: The decorative cover assembly is firmly connected to the wheel hub through the design of claws, retaining springs and other structures. This connection method not only simplifies the installation process, but also improves the stability and reliability of the decorative cover during driving, avoiding safety hazards caused by loosening or falling off;

[0021] 4. Optimize visual effects: The outer decorative cover is made of PC+ABS material, which has excellent weather resistance and impact resistance. The outer decorative aluminum cover is polished and has the same color as the wheel hub, forming a unified visual effect. At the same time, the LOGO body adopts a combination of high-gloss black spraying and aluminum polishing, which further enhances the texture and aesthetics of the decorative cover.

[0022] 5. Promote environmental protection and sustainable development: Some parts in this utility model are made of recyclable materials, such as PC+ABS, which helps to reduce resource consumption and environmental pollution, and is in line with the current trend and requirements of green development in the automotive industry.

[0023] 6. The utility model has strong formability and assemblability, is easy to manufacture, and is suitable for industrial mass production. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] 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 discussed below. Obviously, the technical solutions described in conjunction with the drawings are only some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other embodiments and their drawings can be obtained based on the embodiments shown in these drawings without paying creative work.

[0025] Figure 1 It is an exploded view of the three-dimensional structure of the utility model.

[0026] Figure 2 It is the front view of the utility model.

[0027] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Cross-sectional view at AA.

[0028] Figure 4 It is a partial enlarged view of the fitting part between the utility model and the wheel hub.

[0029] Figure 5 It is a rear view of the utility model.

[0030] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Cross-sectional view at BB.

[0031] Figure 7 yes Figure 5Cross-sectional view at CC (when mated with the wheel hub).

[0032] In the figure: 1. External decorative aluminum cover, 11. Clamping foot, 2. External decorative cover body, 21. Clamping slot, 22. Hot melt block, 3. LOGO body, 31. Snap-fit ​​claw, 4. LOGO base, 41. Connecting protrusion, 42. Snap-fit ​​groove, 5. Counterweight, 6. Bearing, 7. Base, 71. Mounting slot, 72. Connecting seat, 73. Connecting hole, 74. Clamping claw, 8. Spring, 9. Transparent cover. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] The following will be combined with the accompanying drawings to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions of the various 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 described in 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. Embodiment 1:

[0034] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the utility model is a vehicle floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly, including an outer decorative cover assembly and an inner decorative cover assembly fixedly connected to the outer decorative cover assembly, the inner decorative cover assembly including a base 7, the base 7 is made of PC+ABS, a transparent cover 9 is arranged on the base 7, the transparent cover is made of PC black transparent material, the base 7 and the transparent cover 9 are sealed by ultrasonic welding, a sealed cavity is formed between the base 7 and the transparent cover 9, which has IP67 waterproof and dustproof function, effectively prevents the invasion of external moisture and dust, protects internal parts from corrosion and damage, prolongs the service life of the decorative cover, and also reduces the vehicle maintenance cost, a LOGO base 4 is arranged in the sealed cavity, the The material of the LOGO base 4 is PC+ABS, and the LOGO base 4 is rotatably connected to the base 7 through a bearing 6. A counterweight block 5 is also eccentrically arranged on the LOGO base 4, and the counterweight block 5 is made of 45# steel. A plurality of claws 74 are arranged on the lower side of the base 7, and a retaining spring 8 is also arranged on the claw 74, and the retaining spring 8 is made of SUS304. The claw 74 is clamped and connected to the wheel hub. This connection method not only simplifies the installation process, but also improves the stability and reliability of the decorative cover during driving, and avoids safety hazards caused by loosening or falling off. When the wheel hub rotates, the LOGO base 4 is kept vertical and does not rotate synchronously with the wheel hub due to the joint action of the bearing 6 and the counterweight block 5.

[0035] The utility model discloses a vehicle floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly which is no longer a single LOGO mark as in the past. The floating design not only increases the visual layering of the vehicle, but also significantly improves the high-end feel and recognition of the vehicle, making the vehicle stand out among many models.

[0036] A mounting groove 71 is provided in the middle of the base 7 , and the outer ring of the bearing 6 is fixedly embedded in the mounting groove 71 . A connecting protrusion 41 is provided on the lower side of the LOGO base 4 , and the connecting protrusion 41 is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the bearing 6 .

[0037] The LOGO body 3 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the LOGO base 4. The material of the LOGO body 3 is aluminum. The surface of the LOGO body 3 is high-gloss black spray-painted, and the LOGO is polished aluminum. A number of snapping claws 31 are provided on the LOGO body 3, and a number of snapping grooves 42 are correspondingly provided on the LOGO base 4. The snapping claws 31 are matched and connected with the snapping grooves 42.

[0038] The outer decorative cover assembly includes an outer decorative cover body 2 and an outer decorative aluminum cover 1. The outer decorative cover body 2 is made of PC+ABS and has excellent weather resistance and impact resistance. The surface of the outer decorative aluminum cover 1 is polished and has the same color as the wheel hub. The outer decorative aluminum cover 1 is provided with a plurality of clips 11, and the outer decorative cover body 2 is correspondingly provided with a plurality of slots 21. The clips 11 are matched and connected with the slots 21.

[0039] The LOGO body 3 of the device is sprayed with high-gloss black and the surface of the outer decorative aluminum cover 1 is polished, which is the same color as the wheel hub, forming different surface color treatments, giving the passenger car a new and beautiful color scheme, and further improving the texture and aesthetics of the decorative cover.

[0040] The outer decorative cover body 2 and the base 7 are assembled by hot melt welding. A plurality of hot melt blocks 22 are arranged on the lower side of the outer decorative cover body 2. A plurality of connecting seats 72 are correspondingly arranged on the base 7. The connecting seats 72 are provided with connecting holes 73. After the hot melt block 22 is inserted into and passes through the connecting hole 73, the end of the hot melt block 22 is melted by hot melt welding and then connected to the connecting seat 72.

[0041] It is obvious to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential features of the present invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be regarded as exemplary and non-restrictive from any point of view. The scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims, rather than the above description, and it is intended that all changes falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalent elements of the claims are included in the present invention. Any figure mark in the claims should not be regarded as limiting the claims involved.

[0042] In addition, it should be understood that although the present specification is described according to implementation modes, not every implementation mode contains only one independent technical solution. This description of the specification is only for the sake of clarity. Those skilled in the art should regard the specification as a whole. The technical solutions in each embodiment may also be appropriately combined to form other implementation modes that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. An automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly, characterized in that: The invention comprises an outer decorative cover assembly and an inner decorative cover assembly fixedly connected to the outer decorative cover assembly, wherein the inner decorative cover assembly comprises a base (7), a transparent cover (9) is arranged on the base (7), a sealed cavity is formed between the base (7) and the transparent cover (9), a LOGO base (4) is arranged in the sealed cavity, the LOGO base (4) is rotatably connected to the base (7) via a bearing (6), a counterweight (5) is eccentrically arranged on the LOGO base (4), the inner decorative cover assembly is fixedly connected to the wheel hub, and when the wheel hub rotates, the LOGO base (4) is kept vertically and does not rotate synchronously with the wheel hub under the joint action of the bearing (6) and the counterweight (5).

2. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A mounting groove (71) is provided in the middle of the base (7), the outer ring of the bearing (6) is fixedly embedded in the mounting groove (71), and a connecting protrusion (41) is provided on the lower side of the LOGO base (4), and the connecting protrusion (41) is fixedly connected to the inner ring of the bearing (6).

3. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper side of the LOGO base (4) is fixedly connected with a LOGO body (3), the LOGO body (3) is provided with a plurality of buckling claws (31), the LOGO base (4) is correspondingly provided with a plurality of buckling grooves (42), and the buckling claws (31) are matched and connected with the buckling grooves (42).

4. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (7) and the transparent cover (9) are sealed and connected by ultrasonic welding.

5. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer decorative cover assembly comprises an outer decorative cover body (2) and an outer decorative aluminum cover (1); the outer decorative aluminum cover (1) is provided with a plurality of clamping feet (11); the outer decorative cover body (2) is correspondingly provided with a plurality of clamping grooves (21); the clamping feet (11) are matched and connected with the clamping grooves (21).

6. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that: The outer decorative cover body (2) and the base (7) are assembled by hot-melt welding.

7. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 6, characterized in that: A plurality of hot melt blocks (22) are arranged on the lower side of the outer decorative cover body (2), and a plurality of connecting seats (72) are correspondingly arranged on the base (7), and a connecting hole (73) is arranged on the connecting seat (72). After the hot melt block (22) is inserted into and passes through the connecting hole (73), the end of the hot melt block (22) is melted by hot melt welding and then connected to the connecting seat (72).

8. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of clamping claws (74) are arranged on the lower side of the base (7), and the clamping claws (74) are clamped and connected to the wheel hub.

9. The automobile floating cover wheel decorative cover assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that: The clamping claw (74) is also provided with a clamping spring (8).