Windscreen wiper supporting structure and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model provides a windscreen wiper supporting structure and a vehicle, the windscreen wiper supporting structure comprises a supporting main body of an integrated structure, the supporting main body comprises a supporting frame and a connecting plate, the supporting frame is of a bent long-strip-shaped structure, reinforcing pieces are arranged on the two sides of the long-strip-shaped structure in the length direction, and the connecting plate is connected with the supporting frame. Fixing supporting arms are arranged at the two ends of the supporting frame, the supporting frame is installed on a vehicle through the fixing supporting arms, and the connecting plate is arranged in the middle of the supporting frame and used for installing a windscreen wiper motor. According to the windscreen wiper supporting structure, due to the fact that the integrated supporting body is adopted, molds and testing fixtures used in the manufacturing process can be effectively reduced, the manufacturing difficulty and cost are reduced, the manufacturing efficiency is improved, and the precision of installation points can also be improved; due to the cooperation of the supporting frame and the connecting plate, the stability of the windscreen wiper motor in the whole assembling process can be improved, the installation steps can be reduced, and the installation quality is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of vehicle manufacturing, and in particular, to a wiper support structure and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] The wiper is an important component installed on the vehicle windshield. Its function is to sweep away rain, snow and dust that obstruct the line of sight on the windshield, which plays an important role in driving safety.

[0003] At present, the support frame assembly of the existing wiper is generally riveted by a main support, a sub-support and a support pipe, and a motor mounting plate is also welded or screwed in different application scenarios. In this way, a large number of new molds and inspection tools are required during the manufacturing process, the manufacturing process is cumbersome, and the accuracy of the wiper installation point cannot be guaranteed.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to design a wiper support structure to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] In view of this, to overcome the defects of the prior art, the present utility model provides a wiper support structure and a vehicle, effectively solving the problems that a large number of new molds and inspection tools are required during the manufacturing process of the support frame assembly of the existing wiper, the manufacturing process is cumbersome, and the accuracy of the wiper installation point cannot be guaranteed.

[0006] According to a first aspect of the present utility model, a wiper support structure is provided, wherein the wiper support structure includes a support main body formed as an integral structure. The support main body includes a support frame and a connection plate. The support frame is formed as a long strip-shaped structure with a bend. Reinforcing members are provided on both sides of the long strip-shaped structure in the length direction. Fixed support arms are provided at both ends of the support frame. The support frame is installed on the vehicle through the fixed support arms. The connection plate is arranged in the middle of the support frame for installing the wiper motor.

[0007] Preferably, the connection plate includes a connection main body, a first connection point and a second connection point. The first connection point and the second connection point are respectively arranged at both ends of the connection main body in a first direction. The first connection point is located above the support frame, and the second connection point is located below the support frame. The wiper motor is installed on the support frame through the first connection point and the second connection point; and / or the cross-section of the long strip-shaped structure is formed as an I-shaped.

[0008] Preferably, a through hole is formed in the middle of the connection main body, and the output shaft of the wiper motor passes through the through hole.

[0009] Preferably, a first bending portion is provided at the lower part of the connecting body, and the first bending portion bends towards the direction of the wiper motor so that the lower part of the connecting body surrounds the wiper motor; a connecting pin is further provided on the outer side wall of the lower part of the connecting body, and the support frame is mounted on the vehicle through the connecting pin.

[0010] Preferably, the support frame includes a support portion and a connecting portion. Second bending portions are provided at both ends of the support portion in the second direction, and the connecting portion is connected to the support portion through the second bending portions; the second bending portions bend towards the lower part of the support portion.

[0011] Preferably, the first end of the connecting portion in the second direction is connected to the support portion, and a third bending portion is provided at the second end of the connecting portion in the second direction. The fixed support arm is connected to the connecting portion through the third bending portion; the bending direction of the third bending portion is opposite to the bending direction of the second bending portion.

[0012] Preferably, an installation hole is formed at the end of the fixed support arm in the second direction; the installation hole has a notch.

[0013] Preferably, the I-shaped body includes a first horizontal portion, a second horizontal portion and a vertical portion. The two ends of the vertical portion are respectively connected to the middle regions of the first horizontal portion and the second horizontal portion. First and second strengthening positions are respectively formed on both sides of the vertical portion, and strengthening members are provided at both the first strengthening position and the second strengthening position. The two ends of the strengthening member are respectively connected to the first horizontal portion and the second horizontal portion.

[0014] Preferably, the number of the strengthening members is multiple, and the multiple strengthening members are connected end to end in sequence, and the included angle between two adjacent strengthening members is an obtuse angle.

[0015] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, wherein the vehicle includes the wiper support structure as described above.

[0016] According to the wiper support structure of the present invention, due to the adoption of an integrated support body, the number of molds and gauges used in the manufacturing process can be effectively reduced, the manufacturing difficulty and cost can be reduced, the manufacturing efficiency can be improved, and the accuracy of the installation points can also be improved; due to the cooperation of the support frame and the connecting plate, the stability during the assembly of the wiper motor and the whole can be improved, the installation steps can also be reduced, and the installation quality can be effectively improved.

[0017] In order to make the above objects, features and advantages of the present application more obvious and understandable, the following specifically enumerates preferred embodiments and, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, makes the following detailed description. Description of the Drawings

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the accompanying drawings required for the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following accompanying drawings only show some embodiments of the present application, and therefore should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other related accompanying drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings.

[0019] Figure 1 Schematic diagram showing a wiper support structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 Another schematic diagram showing a wiper support structure according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 Showing according to an embodiment of the present invention Figure 1 Cross-sectional view taken along line A-A of;

[0022] Figure 4 Showing according to an embodiment of the present invention Figure 1 Cross-sectional view taken along line B-B of;

[0023] Figure 5 Showing according to an embodiment of the present invention Figure 1 Cross-sectional view taken along line C-C of.

[0024] Reference numerals: 1 - support main body; 2 - support frame; 201 - support portion; 202 - connecting portion; 203 - second bending portion; 204 - third bending portion; 3 - connecting plate; 301 - connecting main body; 302 - first connection point; 303 - second connection point; 304 - through hole; 305 - first bending portion; 4 - fixed support arm; 401 - mounting hole; 402 - notch; 5 - wiper motor; 501 - output shaft; 6 - connecting pin; 701 - first horizontal portion; 702 - second horizontal portion; 703 - vertical portion; 704 - first strengthening position; 705 - second strengthening position; 8 - reinforcing rib; 9 - connecting member; S1 - first direction; S2 - second direction. Detailed implementation manners

[0025] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of this application. Apparently, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, rather than all of them. The components of the embodiments of this application usually described and illustrated in the accompanying drawings here can be arranged and designed in various different configurations. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely represents selected embodiments of this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative efforts belong to the scope of protection of this application.

[0026] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the products of this application are customarily placed during use. It is only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used for descriptive distinction and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0027] In addition, terms such as "horizontal" and "vertical" do not mean that the components are required to be absolutely horizontal or hanging, but can be slightly inclined. For example, "horizontal" only means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical", and does not mean that the structure must be completely horizontal, but can be slightly inclined.

[0028] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should also be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "set", "installed", "connected", and "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 or 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 this application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0029] According to a first aspect of the present utility model, a wiper support structure is provided, as Figures 1 to 5 shown. This wiper support structure is used for a vehicle. Since the overall structure is integrally formed, during the processing and manufacturing process, the use of molds and gauges can be reduced, and the accuracy of the installation points can be ensured. This wiper support structure includes a support main body 1 formed as an integral structure.

[0030] In the following description, reference will be made to Figures 1 to 5 to specifically describe the detailed structure of the support body 1 of the wiper support structure. In the description of the embodiment, two directions are also involved, namely the first direction S1 and the second direction S2. In Figure 2 it, the first direction S1 can be understood as the direction from bottom to top, and the second direction S2 can be understood as the direction from left to right.

[0031] As Figures 1 to 3 shown, in the embodiment, the support body 1 is an integral structure, and specifically can be an integral die-casting structure.

[0032] As Figures 1 to 5 shown, in the embodiment, the support body 1 includes a support frame 2 and a connection plate 3. The support frame 2 can serve as the support structure of the wiper and is used for the installation and fixation of the support arm and swing arm of the wiper, etc. The connection plate 3 can be used for the installation of the wiper motor 5.

[0033] Specifically, the support frame 2 can be formed into a long strip structure with bends. The long strip structure with bends can be adapted to the front end of the vehicle for auxiliary installation. Reinforcing members are provided on both sides of the long strip structure in the length direction. The reinforcing members can be used to enhance the overall structural strength. The reinforcing members can be, for example, the following reinforcing ribs 8. The length direction here can be understood as Figure 2 the second direction S2 in

[0034] it. Further preferably, the cross-section of the long strip structure is formed into an I-shaped structure. The I-shaped structure can ensure the overall structural strength while reducing the overall weight. Fixing support arms 4 are provided at both ends of the support frame 2. The support frame 2 is installed at the front end of the vehicle through the fixing support arms 4. The fixing support arms 4 can be understood as the installation points of the support body 1. Since the support body 1 is integrally die-cast, the position of the fixing support arms 4 can be ensured to be accurate, so as to enable the wiper support structure to be accurately installed on the vehicle. The connection plate 3 is arranged in the middle of the support frame 2. At this time, the wiper motor 5 can be installed in the middle of the support frame 2, and power is transmitted through the output shaft 501 of the wiper motor 5, so as to drive components such as the support arm and swing arm installed on the wiper support structure to move, realizing the function of the wiper.

[0034] By adopting the integrally manufactured support body 1, the wiper support structure can reduce the use of molds and inspection tools in the manufacturing process, reduce the manufacturing difficulty and cost, and improve the manufacturing efficiency; at the same time, since the support body 1 is an integrally formed structure, the position accuracy of the installation points can be ensured, facilitating subsequent installation.

[0035] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 3As shown, in the embodiment, the connecting plate 3 may include a connecting body 301, a first connection point 302, and a second connection point 303. The first connection point 302 and the second connection point 303 are respectively arranged at both ends of the connecting body 301 in the first direction S1. The wiper motor 5 is installed on the support frame 2 through the first connection point 302 and the second connection point 303. In order to ensure the stable installation of the wiper motor 5, multiple connection points are provided, and the multiple connection points are respectively located at the upper and lower ends of the connecting body 301 (the upper and lower here refer to Figure 2 the upper and lower in

[0036] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 3 shown, in the embodiment, the first connection point 302 is located at the upper part of the support frame 2, and the second connection point 303 is located at the lower part of the support frame 2 (the upper and lower here refer to Figure 2 the upper and lower in Figure 5 ). Since the cross-section of the support body 1 is in the shape of an I-beam (as

[0037] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 4 shown, in the embodiment, a through hole 304 is formed in the middle of the connecting body 301, and the output shaft 501 of the wiper motor 5 passes through the through hole 304, thus avoiding interference and facilitating the connection of the output shaft 501 to the transmission structure of the wiper.

[0038] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 4 shown, in the embodiment, a first bending portion 305 is provided at the lower part of the connecting body 301. The first bending portion 305 bends towards the direction of the wiper motor 5, so that the lower part of the connecting body 301 can surround the wiper motor 5. The lower part of the connecting body 301 with a bend can effectively protect the wiper motor 5, and at the same time, an installation point can be set here. The position connection line of the installation point set here and the above-mentioned fixed support arm 4 forms a triangle, which can make the wiper support structure installed stably and avoid shaking.

[0039] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 4As shown, in the embodiment, a connecting pin 6 is further provided on the outer sidewall of the lower part of the connecting body 301. The support frame 2 is installed on the vehicle through the connecting pin 6. The connecting pin 6 can be understood as an installation point, and the two fixed support arms 4 are the other two installation points. The wiper support structure is installed on the vehicle through these three installation points. The connecting pin 6 can cooperate with the gasket to be installed on the lower part of the connecting body 301.

[0040] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 3 shown, in the embodiment, the support frame 2 includes a support portion 201 and a connecting portion 202. Second bending portions 203 are provided at both ends of the support portion 201 in the second direction S2. The connecting portion 202 is connected to the support portion 201 through the second bending portions 203. The second bending portions 203 are bent toward the lower part of the support portion 201. The "lower" here refers to Figure 2 the "lower" in Figure 2 and the lower part of the support portion 201 in

[0041] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 3 shown, in the embodiment, the first end of the connecting portion 202 in the second direction S2 is connected to the support portion 201, and a third bending portion 204 is provided at the second end of the connecting portion 202 in the second direction S2. The fixed support arm 4 is connected to the connecting portion 202 through the third bending portion 204. The bending direction of the third bending portion 204 is opposite to the bending direction of the second bending portion 203, which can enable the swing arm of the wiper to act on the front window of the vehicle and is also convenient for overall installation and fixation.

[0042] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 3 shown, in the embodiment, an installation hole 401 is provided at the end of the fixed support arm 4 in the second direction S2. The installation hole 401 serves as a specific installation point of the fixed support arm 4, and the support body 1 can be installed at the installation location of the vehicle through the installation hole 401. The installation hole 401 has a notch 402, and the notch 402 can facilitate installation and improve the convenience of installation. At the same time, since the fixed support arm 4 and the support body 1 are integrally formed by die-casting, the position accuracy of the installation hole 401 and the notch 402 can be ensured, enabling the wiper support structure to be accurately installed on the vehicle and facilitating assembly.

[0043] Preferably, as Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, in the embodiment, the I-shaped body may include a first horizontal portion 701, a second horizontal portion 702, and a vertical portion 703. The two ends of the vertical portion 703 are respectively connected to the middle regions of the first horizontal portion 701 and the second horizontal portion 702. The two sides of the vertical portion 703 are respectively formed as a first strengthening position 704 and a second strengthening position 705. Reinforcing members are provided at both the first strengthening position 704 and the second strengthening position 705. The reinforcing members may be, for example, reinforcing ribs 8. The two ends of the reinforcing rib 8 are respectively connected to the first horizontal portion 701 and the second horizontal portion 702. The reinforcing rib 8 can be used to strengthen the support frame 2 to ensure the product strength.

[0044] Preferably, as Figures 1 to 3 shown, in the embodiment, the number of the reinforcing members is multiple, that is, the number of the reinforcing ribs 8 is multiple. The multiple reinforcing ribs 8 are connected end to end in sequence, and the included angle between two adjacent reinforcing ribs 8 is an obtuse angle. Such a setting can increase the length of each reinforcing rib 8, and thus reduce the number of the reinforcing ribs 8. While ensuring the structural strength, the overall weight is reduced.

[0045] The assembly and use process of the windshield wiper support structure is as follows: Install the windshield wiper motor 5 on the connecting plate 3. The connecting plate 3 has three connection points. The three connection parts of the windshield wiper motor 5 are connected to the three connection points. The connection method can be through the use of a connecting member 9 for connection. The connecting member 9 may be, for example, a connecting screw. The output shaft 501 of the windshield wiper motor 5 passes through the through hole 304 of the connecting plate 3 to realize the installation and fixation of the windshield wiper motor 5. Then, install the support frame 2 at the installation location at the front end of the vehicle through two fixed support arms 4 and a connecting pin 6. The connection methods of the windshield wiper motor 5 and the support main body 1 are both triangular stable connections, which can effectively reduce the shaking and improve the installation stability.

[0046] Since the windshield wiper support structure adopts an integrated support main body, it can effectively reduce the molds and fixtures used in the manufacturing process, reduce the manufacturing difficulty and cost, improve the manufacturing efficiency, and also improve the accuracy of the installation points; due to the cooperation of the support frame and the connecting plate, the stability of the windshield wiper motor and the overall assembly can be improved, and the installation steps can also be reduced, effectively improving the installation quality.

[0047] In addition, according to the second aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, and the vehicle includes the windshield wiper support structure as described above. During the manufacturing and assembly process of the vehicle, due to the adoption of this windshield wiper support structure, the assembly accuracy can be ensured and the assembly efficiency can be improved.

[0048] Finally, it should be noted that the above-described embodiments are only specific implementation manners of the present application, used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than limiting it. The protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that any person skilled in the technical field of the present application can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or can easily think of changes, or perform equivalent replacements on some of the technical features; and these modifications, changes or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, and should all be covered within the protection scope of the present application. Therefore, the protection scope of the present application should be subject to the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A windshield wiper support structure, characterized in that, The wiper support structure includes a support main body formed as an integral structure. The support main body includes a support frame and a connecting plate. The support frame is formed as a long strip-shaped structure with a bend. Reinforcing members are provided on both sides of the long strip-shaped structure in the length direction. Fixed support arms are provided at both ends of the support frame. The support frame is mounted on the vehicle through the fixed support arms. The connecting plate is provided in the middle of the support frame for mounting a wiper motor.

2. The wiper support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting plate includes a connecting main body, a first connection point, and a second connection point. The first connection point and the second connection point are respectively provided at both ends of the connecting main body in a first direction. The first connection point is located above the support frame, and the second connection point is located below the support frame. The wiper motor is mounted on the support frame through the first connection point and the second connection point; and / or The cross-section of the long strip-shaped structure is formed as an I-shaped.

3. The windshield wiper support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, A through hole is formed in the middle of the connecting main body, and the output shaft of the wiper motor passes through the through hole.

4. The wiper support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, A first bending portion is provided at the lower part of the connecting main body. The first bending portion bends towards the direction of the wiper motor so that the lower part of the connecting main body surrounds the wiper motor. A connecting pin is further provided on the outer side wall of the lower part of the connecting main body. The support frame is mounted on the vehicle through the connecting pin.

5. The wiper support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support frame includes a support portion and a connecting portion. Second bending portions are provided at both ends of the support portion in a second direction. The connecting portion is connected to the support portion through the second bending portions. The second bending portion bends towards the lower part of the support portion.

6. The wiper support structure according to claim 5, wherein, The connecting portion is connected to the support portion at the first end in the second direction. A third bending portion is provided at the second end of the connecting portion in the second direction. The fixed support arm is connected to the connecting portion through the third bending portion. The bending direction of the third bending portion is opposite to the bending direction of the second bending portion.

7. The wiper support structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, An installation hole is formed at the end of the fixed support arm in the second direction. The installation hole has a notch.

8. The windshield wiper support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The I-shaped includes a first cross portion, a second cross portion, and a vertical portion. Both ends of the vertical portion are respectively connected to the middle regions of the first cross portion and the second cross portion. First and second strengthening positions are respectively formed on both sides of the vertical portion. Reinforcing members are provided at both the first strengthening position and the second strengthening position. Both ends of the reinforcing member are respectively connected to the first cross portion and the second cross portion.

9. The wiper support structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The number of the reinforcing members is multiple. The multiple reinforcing members are connected end to end in sequence. The included angle between two adjacent reinforcing members is an obtuse angle.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle includes the wiper support structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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