Reinforcing beam connecting plate structure of automobile dash panel

By designing irregular long and long car front panel reinforced beam connecting plate structure, combined with high-strength carbon steel material and corrosion-resistant coating, the problems of insufficient strength and poor corrosion resistance in the existing technology are solved, significantly improving the strength and service life of the connecting plate, ensuring the safety performance and driving comfort of the whole vehicle.

CN223031090UActive Publication Date: 2025-06-27HANGZHOU XIAOSHAN WANLI ELECTROMECHANICAL CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422735436.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-11
Publication Date
2025-06-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-11

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Technical Problem

The existing automobile front panel cross beam reinforcement structure has problems such as insufficient strength and poor corrosion resistance, which may cause deformation, damage or even breaking of the connecting plate during use, affecting the safety performance of the entire vehicle.

Method used

A structure of the automotive front panel reinforced beam connecting plate is designed, including an irregularly long connecting plate body. The main structure and the raised structure are connected through smooth edge corners. The inner wall of the raised structure is equipped with a grid-like structure. High-strength carbon steel material is made of and corrosion-resistant coating is added to increase the pressing edge and reinforcement to improve strength and rigidity.

Benefits of technology

It significantly improves the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate, can better withstand forces from different directions, extends service life, reduces the risk of fracture, and improves the safety performance and driving comfort of the entire vehicle.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile accessories, in particular to an automobile dash panel stiffening beam connecting plate structure which comprises a connecting plate body and is characterized in that the connecting plate body is composed of a body structural part and a protruding structural part, the connecting plate body is in an irregular long strip shape, and the edge corners of the whole structure are all subjected to smooth treatment. The connecting plate comprises a connecting plate body and a protruding structural part, the connecting plate body comprises a main body structural part and a protruding structural part, the position from the main body structural part to the edge of the protruding structural part is gradually narrowed, the whole edge of the connecting plate body is provided with a pressing edge, and the angle of the protruding structural part is designed to be 60-65 DEG C. According to the connecting plate, through the design of the main body structural part and the protruding structural part and the arrangement of the pressing edge and reinforcing ribs, the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate are remarkably improved, and the service life of the connecting plate is prolonged. The force from different directions can be better borne; the edge corners are subjected to smooth treatment, the stress concentration phenomenon possibly generated in the installation and use process is reduced, the angle of the protruding structural part is designed to range from 60 degrees to 65 degrees, and the stability of the connecting plate in the installation process is guaranteed.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile parts, in particular to a connecting plate structure of a front apron reinforcing beam of an automobile. Background Technique

[0002] With the development of the automobile industry, the safety and durability of vehicles have become important considerations in design. Especially for the area of the front apron, it is not only a part of the vehicle appearance, but also a key structure directly related to the safety of occupants. There are certain limitations in the design and material selection of traditional connecting plates of front apron reinforcing beams, such as insufficient strength and poor corrosion resistance. These problems may cause deformation, damage or even fracture of the connecting plate during use, thereby affecting the safety performance of the whole vehicle. Therefore, it is particularly important to develop a new type of connecting plate structure of a front apron reinforcing beam of an automobile with higher strength, better corrosion resistance and better installation performance.

[0003] The Chinese patent discloses a reinforcing structure of a front apron cross beam of an automobile (publication number: CN 206243266U), which includes a front apron of an automobile. A "∩"-shaped groove is formed by the middle part of the lower plate surface of the front apron bulging. A lower reinforcing plate of the front apron is arranged in the groove. A front apron reinforcing cross beam is transversely arranged in the middle of the plate surface of the front apron, and the front apron reinforcing cross beam is fixedly attached to the front apron according to the plate surface characteristics of the front apron. However, there are certain limitations in the reinforcing structure of the front apron cross beam of the automobile, such as insufficient strength and poor corrosion resistance. These problems may cause deformation, damage or even fracture of the connecting plate during use, thereby affecting the safety performance of the whole vehicle. Therefore, a connecting plate structure of a front apron reinforcing beam of an automobile is needed. Content of the Utility Model

[0004] The purpose of the utility model is to solve the shortcomings that there are certain limitations in the reinforcing structure of the front apron cross beam of an automobile during use, such as insufficient strength and poor corrosion resistance. These problems may cause deformation, damage or even fracture of the connecting plate during use, thereby affecting the safety performance of the whole vehicle, and to propose a connecting plate structure of a front apron reinforcing beam of an automobile.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by the present utility model to solve its technical problems is as follows: A connecting plate structure for an automotive front apron reinforcement beam according to the present utility model includes a connecting plate main body, characterized in that: the connecting plate main body includes a main structural member and a raised structural member, the shape of the connecting plate main body is an irregular long strip and the edges and corners of the overall structure are all rounded, the part of the main structural member from the edge to the raised structural member gradually becomes narrower from wide, a hemming is provided on the entire edge of the connecting plate main body, the angle of the raised structural member is designed to be 60° - 65°, a grid-like structure is provided on the inner wall of the raised structural member, and the grid is a network-like structure composed of multiple intersecting bars or lines, which provides a way to evenly distribute the load and increases the overall stability. This design helps to disperse stress, prevent local overload, and improve the resistance of the entire structure to impact and vibration. Improve strength and rigidity: Through the design of the main structural member and the raised structural member, and the setting of the hemming, the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate are significantly improved, enabling it to better withstand forces from different directions; the edges and corners are rounded to reduce the stress concentration phenomenon that may occur during installation and use, and reduce the risk of fracture; the angle of the raised structural member is designed to be 60° - 65°, which not only ensures the stability of the connecting plate during installation but also avoids interference with other components.

[0006] Preferably, the material of the connecting plate main body is high-strength carbon steel and a corrosion-resistant coating is provided on the surface. Prolong service life: Using high-strength carbon steel material and a corrosion-resistant coating effectively prevents the connecting plate from rusting and corroding due to environmental factors (such as rain, moisture, etc.) during use, thereby prolonging its service life; the high-strength carbon steel material has high tensile strength and yield strength, which can meet the requirements of the automotive front apron reinforcement beam for strength and rigidity.

[0007] Preferably, a concave first reinforcing rib is provided at the connecting part of the main structural member and the raised structural member, the number of the first reinforcing ribs is 2 and they are arranged correspondingly. The setting of the first reinforcing rib further improves the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate, especially at the connecting part, which is crucial for bearing large loads. Through the design of the reinforcing rib, the connecting plate is not easily deformed or damaged during long-term use.

[0008] Preferably, a groove-shaped opening is provided on the outer wall surface of the raised structural member, the number of the groove-shaped openings is 2 and they are arranged side by side, and a pressure sensor is provided on one side of the groove-shaped opening. The design of the groove-shaped opening increases the versatility of the connecting plate, which can be used to fix other components or as a guiding device; the setting of the pressure sensor can provide real-time feedback when the connecting plate is under pressure change, which helps to detect potential problems in a timely manner.

[0009] Preferably, shock pads are provided on the inner walls of the hemming. The shape and specifications of the shock pads match the inner walls of the hemming. The shock pads can play a buffering role during installation, reducing vibration and noise, thereby improving driving comfort.

[0010] Preferably, circular openings are provided on the hemming. The number of the circular openings is 5 to 6 and they are arranged in an equidistant array. Second reinforcing ribs are provided on both sides of the hemming, which is convenient for installation: the design of the circular openings enables the connecting plate to be easily installed through bolts or other fasteners, improving the assembly efficiency; the second reinforcing ribs further enhance the strength and rigidity of the hemming, ensuring that the connecting plate will not deform or be damaged due to excessive force during use.

[0011] The advantages of the present utility model are as follows:

[0012] Through the design of the main structural member and the protruding structural member, as well as the hemming and the reinforcing ribs, the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate are significantly improved, enabling it to better withstand forces from different directions;

[0013] Using high-strength carbon steel material and corrosion-resistant coating effectively prevents the connecting plate from rusting and corroding due to environmental factors (such as rain, moisture, etc.) during use, thereby extending its service life; the edges and corners are rounded to reduce the stress concentration phenomenon that may occur during installation and use, reducing the risk of fracture; the angle of the protruding structural member is designed to be 60° - 65°, which not only ensures the stability of the connecting plate during installation but also avoids interference with other components; the design of the groove-shaped opening increases the versatility of the connecting plate, which can be used to fix other components or as a guiding device; the shock pads can reduce vibration and noise, thereby improving driving comfort. Description of the Drawings

[0014] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the following drawings are only some embodiments of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0015] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present utility model.

[0016] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the inner wall structure of the present utility model.

[0017] In the figure: 1, pressure sensor; 2, trough-shaped opening; 3, hemming; 4, second reinforcing rib; 5, network structure; 6, main structural member; 7, first reinforcing rib; 8, circular opening; 9, convex structural member; 10, connecting plate main body; 11, shock-absorbing gasket. Detailed implementation manner

[0018] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0019] Embodiment

[0020] Please refer to Figure 1-2 As shown, a connecting plate structure for an automobile front bulkhead reinforcing beam includes a connecting plate main body 10, and is characterized in that: the connecting plate main body 10 includes a main structural member 6 and a convex structural member 9. The connecting plate main body 10 is in the shape of an irregular long strip and the edges and corners of the overall structure are all rounded. The part of the main structural member 6 to the edge of the convex structural member 9 gradually changes from wide to narrow. A hemming 3 is provided on the entire edge of the connecting plate main body 10. The angle of the convex structural member 9 is designed to be 60° - 65°. The inner wall of the convex structural member 9 is provided with a grid structure. The grid is a network structure 5 composed of multiple intersecting strips or lines, which provides a way to evenly distribute the load and increases the overall stability. This design helps to disperse stress, prevent local overload, and improve the resistance of the entire structure to impact and vibration, and improve strength and rigidity: Through the design of the main structural member 6 and the convex structural member 9, and the setting of the hemming 3, the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate are significantly improved, enabling it to better withstand forces from different directions; the edges and corners are rounded, reducing the stress concentration phenomenon that may occur during installation and use, and reducing the risk of fracture; the angle of the convex structural member 9 is designed to be 60° - 65°, which not only ensures the stability of the connecting plate during installation but also avoids interference with other components.

[0021] In this embodiment, the material of the connecting plate main body 10 is high-strength carbon steel and its surface is provided with a corrosion-resistant coating. Prolong the service life: Using high-strength carbon steel material and corrosion-resistant coating effectively prevents the connecting plate from rusting and corroding due to environmental factors (such as rain, moisture, etc.) during use, thereby prolonging its service life; the high-strength carbon steel material has high tensile strength and yield strength, which can meet the requirements of the automobile front bulkhead reinforcing beam for strength and rigidity.

[0022] In this embodiment, a concave first reinforcing rib 7 is provided at the connecting portion of the main structural member 6 and the convex structural member 9. The number of the first reinforcing ribs 7 is two and they are arranged correspondingly. The arrangement of the first reinforcing ribs 7 further improves the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate, especially at the connecting portion, which is crucial for bearing large loads. Through the design of the reinforcing ribs, the connecting plate is not easily deformed or damaged during long-term use.

[0023] In this embodiment, two grooved openings 2 are provided on the outer wall surface of the convex structural member 9 and are arranged side by side. A pressure sensor 1 is provided on one side of the grooved opening 2. The design of the grooved opening 2 increases the versatility of the connecting plate and can be used to fix other components or serve as a guiding device; the setting of the pressure sensor 1 can provide real-time feedback when the connecting plate is subjected to pressure changes, which helps to detect potential problems in a timely manner.

[0024] In this embodiment, shock pads 11 are provided on the inner walls of the beadings 3. The shape and specifications of the shock pads 11 match the inner walls of the beadings 3. The setting of the shock pads 11 can play a buffering role during installation, reducing vibration and noise, thereby improving driving comfort.

[0025] In this embodiment, five to six circular openings 8 are provided on the beadings 3 and are arranged in an equidistant array. Second reinforcing ribs 4 are provided on both sides of the beadings 3, which is convenient for installation: the design of the circular openings 8 enables the connecting plate to be easily installed through bolts or other fasteners, improving the assembly efficiency; the setting of the second reinforcing ribs 4 further enhances the strength and rigidity of the beadings 3, ensuring that the connecting plate will not be deformed or damaged due to excessive force during use.

[0026] The implementation principle of this embodiment is as follows: First, the connecting plate body 10 is composed of the main structural member 6 and the convex structural member 9, and the overall shape is an irregular long strip with smooth corners at the edges. The connecting plate body 10 is made of high-strength carbon steel material, which has high tensile strength and yield strength and can meet the requirements of the front wall reinforcement beam of the automobile for strength and rigidity. A concave first reinforcing rib 7 is provided at the connecting portion of the main structural member 6 and the convex structural member 9, and these reinforcing ribs can further improve the strength and rigidity of the connecting plate, especially at the connecting portion, which is crucial for bearing large loads. In addition, grooved openings 2 are provided on the outer wall surface of the convex structural member 9, and these grooved openings 2 can be used to fix other components or serve as a guiding device, increasing the versatility of the connecting plate. A pressure sensor 1 is provided on one side of the grooved opening 2, which can provide real-time feedback when the connecting plate is subjected to pressure changes, helping to detect potential problems in a timely manner; shock pads 11 are provided on the inner walls of the beadings 3, and the shape and specifications match the inner walls of the beadings 3. These shock pads 11 can play a buffering role during installation, reducing vibration and noise, thereby improving driving comfort.

[0027] In the description of this specification, the descriptions referring to the terms "one embodiment", "example", "specific example", etc. mean that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in connection with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present utility model. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0028] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present utility model is not limited by the above embodiments, and the above embodiments and the descriptions in the specification only illustrate the principles of the present utility model. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present utility model, the present utility model will have various changes and improvements, and all these changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present utility model claimed.

Claims

1. A connecting plate structure for a front panel reinforcement beam of an automobile, comprising a connecting plate body (10), characterized in that: The connecting plate body (10) comprises a main structural part (6) and a raised structural part (9). The connecting plate body (10) is in the shape of an irregular long strip and the edges and corners of the overall structure are rounded. The edge portion from the main structural part (6) to the raised structural part (9) gradually becomes narrower. The overall edge of the connecting plate body (10) is provided with a pressing edge (3). The angle of the raised structural part (9) is designed to be 60° to 65°. The inner wall of the raised structural part (9) is provided with a grid-like structure.

2. The automobile dash panel reinforcement beam connecting plate structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting plate body (10) is made of high-strength carbon steel and has a corrosion-resistant coating on its surface.

3. The automobile dash panel reinforcement beam connecting plate structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting portion between the main structural member (6) and the raised structural member (9) is provided with a first concave reinforcing rib (7), and the number of the first reinforcing ribs (7) is 2 and they are arranged correspondingly.

4. The automobile dash panel reinforcement beam connecting plate structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer wall surface of the raised structural member (9) is provided with a slot-shaped opening (2), the slot-shaped openings (2) are two in number and arranged side by side, and a pressure sensor (1) is provided on one side of the slot-shaped opening (2).

5. The automobile dash panel reinforcement beam connecting plate structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the pressing edge (3) is provided with a shock-absorbing gasket (11), and the shape and specification of the shock-absorbing gasket (11) match the inner wall of the pressing edge (3).

6. The automobile dash panel reinforcement beam connecting plate structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pressing edge (3) is provided with a circular opening (8), the number of the circular openings (8) is 5 to 6 and they are arranged in an array with equal spacing, and both sides of the pressing edge (3) are provided with raised second reinforcing ribs (4).

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  • Bounding wall crossbeam additional strengthening before car

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