Isolation device and vehicle

By designing an automated isolation device, using the rolling mechanism and the pull-head assembly, the automatic sleeve and removal of the isolation cover is achieved, solving the problem of manual operation of the existing vehicle isolation cover and providing an automated isolation effect.

CN223187336UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-05方添顺
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Application Number
CN202422488124.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-15
Publication Date
2025-08-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-15

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing vehicle isolation cover needs to be manually screwed and removed, especially in harsh environments, which are difficult to operate and difficult to automatically adapt to the shape of the vehicle.

Method used

An isolation device is designed, including a base, a rolling mechanism, an isolation assembly and a pull-head assembly. The isolation sheet is expanded or wound by a motor driving the rolling mechanism, and the isolation cover is automatically formed or removed by combining the strip and the driving member to realize automatic sleeve and removal.

Benefits of technology

The automatic operation of the isolation cover is realized, avoiding the burden of manual sleeve and removal, and the isolation cover is fitted with the vehicle surface, effectively isolating the outside world and occupying a small space.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicle isolation and protection, and discloses an isolation device which comprises a base which comprises a base body and a plurality of rolling mechanisms arranged in the circumferential direction of the base body. The multiple isolation assemblies are configured to surround the base and comprise isolation pieces connected with the rolling mechanism, and first combination strips and second combination strips which are arranged on the two opposite sides of the isolation pieces and configured to be combined or separated from each other; the multiple first puller assemblies are arranged among the multiple isolation assemblies at intervals, and each first puller assembly comprises a first puller located between every two adjacent isolation pieces; and the pair of first driving pieces is rotationally arranged on the first pull head and is configured to be coupled with the first combination strip and the second combination strip which are adjacent to each other on the two adjacent isolation pieces respectively, so that the first combination strip and the second combination strip which are adjacent to each other are combined or separated based on the movement of the rolling mechanism. A vehicle is also disclosed, comprising: a vehicle body; and the isolating device is arranged at the top of the vehicle body.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model discloses and relates to the technical field of vehicle isolation and protection, in particular to an isolation device and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] In recent years, vehicles have shown a trend of automation and intelligence. Currently, in the field of vehicle isolation and protection, vehicles are usually equipped with protective covers or isolation covers to isolate the vehicle from the external environment and protect the vehicle from rain, snow and sunlight.

[0003] However, existing shields are typically manually installed and removed by the user. These shields are difficult to install and time-consuming to operate, especially in harsh environments such as at night, in strong winds, or in rain or snow. Therefore, there is a need for a shield installation device that can automatically install a shield on a vehicle based on its body shape. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the above problems, the present invention discloses an isolation device and a vehicle, which can solve many existing problems.

[0005] In some embodiments, the present invention discloses an isolation device, comprising: a base, comprising a base body and a plurality of rolling mechanisms arranged along the circumference of the base body; a plurality of isolation components, configured to surround the base, each isolation component comprising an isolation sheet, a first binding strip and a second binding strip, wherein the isolation sheet is configured to be connected to the rolling mechanism so as to be released or wound up under the drive of the rolling mechanism, the first binding strip and the second binding strip are arranged on opposite sides of the isolation sheet, and are configured to be able to be combined with or separated from each other; and a plurality of first pull-head components, spaced apart between the plurality of isolation components, for combining or separating the plurality of isolation components, each first pull-head component comprising: a first pull-head, located between two adjacent isolation sheets; and a pair of first driving members, rotatably arranged on the first pull-head, configured to be respectively coupled with the first binding strip and the second binding strip adjacent to each other on the two adjacent isolation sheets, so as to combine or separate the first binding strip and the second binding strip adjacent to each other based on the movement of the rolling mechanism.

[0006] In some embodiments, the first slider includes a first substrate and a first separation column arranged on the first substrate, the first separation column is used to separate the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip adjacent to each other, a pair of first driving members are rotatably arranged on the first substrate and farther away from the base body than the first separation column, and the pair of first driving members are configured to clamp the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip adjacent to each other from both sides to drive the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip adjacent to each other by rotation.

[0007] In some embodiments, the isolation device also includes a plurality of second pull head assemblies, which are arranged between the plurality of isolation assemblies in a one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of first pull head assemblies and are configured to be farther away from the base than the plurality of first pull head assemblies. The second pull head assemblies are used to cooperate with the plurality of first pull head assemblies to combine or separate the plurality of isolation assemblies. Each second pull head assembly includes: a second pull head, located between two adjacent isolation sheets; and a pair of second driving members, rotatably arranged on the second pull head, and configured to be coupled with the first and second binding strips adjacent to each other, respectively, to combine or separate the distal ends of the first and second binding strips adjacent to each other.

[0008] In some embodiments, the second slider includes a second substrate and a second separation column arranged on the second substrate, the second separation column is used to separate the first binding strip and the second binding strip adjacent to each other, a pair of second driving members are rotatably arranged on the second substrate and closer to the base body than the second separation column, and the pair of second driving members are configured to clamp the first binding strip and the second binding strip adjacent to each other from both sides to drive the first binding strip and the second binding strip adjacent to each other by rotation.

[0009] In some embodiments, each second slider assembly further includes: at least one roller rotatably disposed on a surface of the second base plate opposite to a surface on which the pair of second driving members are disposed.

[0010] In some embodiments, the spacer is constructed of a resilient, flexible material.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip are disposed on the lower surface of the isolation sheet.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first coupling strip includes a first main body, a first coupling portion formed on the outside of the first main body, and a first driving portion formed on the inside of the first main body; the second coupling strip includes a second main body, a second coupling portion formed on the outside of the second main body, and a second driving portion formed on the inside of the second main body; and the second coupling portion matches the shape of the first coupling portion and is used to couple with or separate from the first coupling portion, wherein the first driving portion includes a first driving surface for receiving drive, and the first driving surface is formed as a non-smooth surface or a toothed surface; and the second driving portion includes a second driving surface for receiving drive, and the second driving surface is formed as a non-smooth surface or a toothed surface.

[0013] In some embodiments, the rolling mechanism includes a shaft mounted on the main body, a rotating member rotatably mounted on the shaft, and a motor coupled to the rotating member to drive the rotating member to rotate around the shaft, wherein the motor includes an outer rotor motor, the outer rotor motor includes an outer rotor fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the rotating member and an inner stator fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the shaft.

[0014] The present utility model further provides a vehicle, comprising: a vehicle body; and an isolation device according to any one of some embodiments of the present utility model, wherein the isolation device is arranged on the top of the vehicle body.

[0015] The isolation device disclosed in the present utility model can automatically form an isolation cover on an isolated object or remove the isolation cover from the isolated object, thereby eliminating the burden on the user caused by manually applying or removing the isolation cover. Furthermore, the isolation device can form an isolation cover that conforms to the outer surface of the isolated object, thus not occupying additional space and effectively isolating the isolated object from the outside world. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments disclosed in the present invention, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for describing the embodiments disclosed in the present invention. The drawings described below only illustrate some embodiments disclosed in the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other embodiments can be obtained based on the contents of the embodiments disclosed in the present invention and these drawings without inventive efforts.

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an isolation device according to some embodiments of the present utility model is shown;

[0018] Figure 2 A partially enlarged schematic diagram of an isolation device according to some embodiments of the present utility model is shown;

[0019] Figure 3 Showing a schematic structural diagram of a base according to some embodiments disclosed in the utility model;

[0020] Figure 4A A partial cross-sectional view of two adjacent isolation assemblies in a separated state according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown;

[0021] Figure 4B A partial cross-sectional view of two adjacent isolation assemblies in a combined state according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown;

[0022] Figure 5 A schematic structural diagram of a first slider assembly according to some embodiments of the present utility model is shown;

[0023] Figure 6 Showing a schematic structural diagram of an isolation device according to other embodiments disclosed in the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 7 A partially enlarged schematic diagram showing an isolation device according to other embodiments disclosed in the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 8A schematic structural diagram of a second slider assembly according to some embodiments of the present utility model is shown;

[0026] Figure 9 A schematic diagram showing a vehicle according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0027] Reference numerals:

[0028] 100, 200, 920, isolation device; 110, 921, base; 111, base body; 1111, mounting groove; 1112, mounting seat; 1113, yield groove; 112, rolling mechanism; 1121, shaft; 1122, rotating member; 113, accommodating space; 130, 130a, 130b, 923, isolation assembly; 131, 131a, 131b, first connecting strip; 1311, first body; 1312, first connecting portion; 1313, first driving portion; 13130, first driving surface; 132, 132a, 132b, second connecting strip; 1321, second body; 1322, second connecting portion; 1323, second driving portion; 13230, second driving surface; 135, 135a, 135b, isolation plate; 150, 925, first slider assembly; 151, first slider; 1511, first substrate; 1512, first separation column; 1513, upper channel; 1514, lower channel; 153, first driving member; 1531, first rotating shaft; 1532, first driving wheel; 15320, first outer peripheral surface; 170, second slider assembly; 171, second slider; 1711, second substrate; 1712, second separation column; 1713, upper channel; 1714, lower channel; 1715, roller; 173, second driving member; 1731, second rotating shaft; 1732, second driving wheel; 17320, second outer peripheral surface; 900, vehicle; 910, vehicle body. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] In order to make the technical problems solved, the technical solutions adopted and the technical effects achieved by the present invention more clear, the technical solutions of the embodiments disclosed in the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only exemplary embodiments disclosed in the present invention, rather than all embodiments.

[0030] In the description of this utility model disclosure, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model disclosure and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or components referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model disclosure. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," "connected," and "coupled" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed or detachable connections; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediary; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on specific circumstances.

[0032] In the present disclosure, the end close to the object to be isolated (e.g., the vehicle body or the top of the vehicle body) or the main body of the device (e.g., the base) is defined as the proximal end, the near end, the rear end, or the rear end, and the end away from the object to be isolated or the main body of the device is defined as the distal end, the far end, the front end, or the front end. It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments disclosed in the present disclosure can be used in various types of vehicles, as well as other non-vehicle devices that need to be isolated from the outside, such as electrical appliances, machine tools, furniture, or buildings.

[0033] Figure 1 FIG2 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the isolation device 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that for the sake of simplicity, Figure 1 Only a portion of the plurality of isolation devices and the plurality of first slider assemblies is shown. In the utility model disclosed, the isolation device 100 can expand or retract the isolation cover to be placed on the isolation object (e.g. Figure 9 The isolation cover is removed from the isolated object (shown in the vehicle body 910) or from the isolated object. Figure 2 A partially enlarged schematic diagram of an isolation device 100 according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, the isolation device 100 may include a base 110, a plurality of isolation assemblies 130, and a plurality of first slider assemblies 150. The base 110 is used to release the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 to form an isolation cover covering the isolation object, or to retract the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 to remove the isolation cover from the isolation object. The base 110 may be set on the top of the isolation object (e.g. Figure 9 (As shown, the base 110 is disposed on top of the vehicle body 910). In some embodiments, the base 110 may include a base body 111 and a plurality of rolling mechanisms 112 disposed along the circumference of the base body 111. In some embodiments, the rolling mechanisms 112 are configured to rotate synchronously relative to the base body 111 to synchronously release or reel in the plurality of isolation assemblies 130.

[0035] Multiple isolation assemblies 130 are configured to surround the base 110. In some embodiments, the multiple isolation assemblies 130 can be configured to correspond one-to-one with the multiple rolling mechanisms 112 to circumferentially surround the base 110. In the present disclosure, the isolation assemblies 130 may include flexible structures that can be extended from the base 110 and deployed, or retracted and accommodated within the base 110, driven by the rolling mechanisms 112. In the deployed state, the multiple isolation assemblies 130 can be combined to form an isolation cover, thereby isolating the isolated object from the outside world.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, each isolation assembly 130 may include an isolation sheet 135, a first binding strip 131 and a second binding strip 132. The isolation sheet 135 may be configured to be connected to the rolling mechanism 112 so as to be released or wound by the rolling mechanism 112. In some embodiments, the isolation sheet 135 may be configured to be connected to the rolling mechanism 112 at its proximal end so as to be released from the rolling mechanism 112 or wound on the rolling mechanism 112 under the drive of the rolling mechanism 112. In some embodiments, the isolation sheet 135 may be made of an elastic flexible material so as to bend, stretch, etc. under the action of an external drive. The first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 may be in the slider assembly (for example, Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 4B 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 6 or Figure 7 The first slider assembly 150 or Figure 6 、 Figure 7 or Figure 8 Driven by the second slider assembly 170 (shown), the isolation sheets 135 are stretched and combined to form an isolation cover that conforms to the outer surface of the object being isolated. When the isolation cover is removed, the isolation sheets 135 can shrink and return to their natural width, thereby being wound around the rolling mechanism 112. In some embodiments, the isolation sheets 135 can be made of, for example, an elastic flexible film or an elastic flexible fabric.

[0037] The first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can be arranged on opposite sides of the isolation sheet 135 and configured to be able to be combined with or separated from each other. In some embodiments, the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can be long strips of flexible connectors, used to be combined with or separated from the binding strips arranged on adjacent isolation sheets, so that multiple isolation sheets can be combined with each other to form an isolation cover or separated from each other to disassemble the isolation cover. The first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can include structures that can cooperate with each other in the length direction, and can be combined with each other by approaching each other, or separated from each other by moving away from each other. In some embodiments, the first binding strip and the second binding strip can be formed into a snap-fit structure, a zipper structure, or a magnetic structure that can be combined with or separated from each other in the length direction.

[0038] The first slider assembly 150 may be spaced apart between the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 to connect or separate the plurality of isolation assemblies 130. Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, each first slider assembly 150 may include a first slider 151 and a pair of first driving members 153. The first slider 151 may be located between two adjacent isolation sheets 135. The pair of first driving members 153 may be rotatably disposed on the first slider 151 and configured to couple with the first binding strips 131 and the second binding strips 132 adjacent to each other on the two adjacent isolation sheets 135, respectively, so as to couple or separate the first binding strips 131 and the second binding strips 132 adjacent to each other as the rolling mechanism 112 moves. For example, the pair of first driving members 153 may be configured to drive the first binding strips 131 and the second binding strips 132 adjacent to each other to couple with each other as the rolling mechanism 112 releases the isolation sheets 135, and to drive the first binding strips 131 and the second binding strips 132 adjacent to each other to separate from each other as the rolling mechanism 112 winds the isolation sheets 135.

[0039] In the disclosure of the present utility model, adjacent connecting strips refer to two connecting strips respectively provided on two adjacent isolation sheets and adjacent to each other in the circumferential direction of the isolation device. Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, multiple isolation assemblies 130 may include isolation assemblies 130a and isolation assemblies 130b adjacent to each other. Isolation assembly 130a includes an isolation sheet 135a, a first binding strip 131a disposed on a first side of isolation sheet 135a, and a second binding strip 132a disposed on a second side of isolation sheet 135a that is approximately opposite to the first side. Isolation assembly 130b includes an isolation sheet 135b, a first binding strip 131b disposed on a first side of isolation sheet 135b, and a second binding strip 132b disposed on a second side of isolation sheet 135b that is approximately opposite to the first side, wherein isolation sheet 135b is adjacent to isolation sheet 135a, and second binding strip 132b is adjacent to first binding strip 131a on isolation sheet 135a. Furthermore, first binding strips 131a, 131b and second binding strips 132a, 132b are formed into a structure that can be coupled to or separated from each other along a length direction. The first slider assembly 150 can be located between the isolation assembly 130a and the isolation assembly 130b, and is used to drive the adjacent first connecting strips 131a and the second connecting strips 132b to be connected or separated through a pair of first driving members 153, so that the adjacent isolation sheets 135a and the isolation sheets 135b are connected to each other to form a part of the isolation cover or separated from each other to disassemble a part of the isolation cover.

[0040] In some embodiments, the isolation device 100 may further include a control device. The control device may be connected to the multiple rolling mechanisms 112 on the base 110 and the first driving members 153 on the multiple first slider assemblies 150, and configured to control the synchronous rotation of the multiple rolling mechanisms 112 to release or wind up the isolation sheets 135 in the multiple isolation assemblies 130. The control device also controls the rotation of a pair of first driving members 153 based on the movement of the rolling mechanisms 112, thereby driving the adjacent first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132 to engage or disengage as the rolling mechanisms 112 rotate to release or wind up the isolation sheets 135. It should be understood that the control device is not limited to the above structure. For example, the control device may also control the first slider assembly 150 to engage two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 after the rolling mechanism 112 releases the isolation sheets 135, and control the first slider assembly 150 to separate two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 before the rolling mechanism 112 winds up the isolation sheets 135.

[0041] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the base 110 according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown. Figure 3 As shown, the base 110 may include a base body 111 and a plurality of rolling mechanisms 112 arranged along the circumference of the base body 111. In some embodiments, the base body 111 may be formed into a polygonal structure, such as a quadrilateral, hexagonal, or octagonal structure. The base 110 may include a number of rolling mechanisms 112 corresponding to the number of sides of the base body 111, such as four, six, or eight rolling mechanisms.

[0042] In some embodiments, a plurality of mounting portions may be formed on the base body 111 for mounting a plurality of rolling mechanisms 112. The mounting portions may include mounting grooves 1111 formed on the circumference of the base body 111 and mounting seats 1112 formed on each vertex of the base body 111. Figure 3 As shown, the mounting groove 1111 can be formed along the outer surface of the base body 111. In some embodiments, the mounting groove 1111 can be configured to form a receiving space 113 between the mounting groove 1111 and the rolling mechanism 112 when the rolling mechanism 112 is installed. The receiving space 113 can be used to receive at least a portion of the isolation sheet 135, such as the portion of the isolation sheet 135 that is wound around the rolling mechanism 112. In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the mounting seat 1112 may be a portion remaining at each corner of the base body 111 by forming a plurality of mounting slots 1111 in the base body 111. The mounting seat 1112 may have a mounting surface facing the mounting slots 1111, with the mounting surfaces of two adjacent mounting seats 1112 facing each other, for mounting the rolling mechanism 112. In some embodiments, each mounting seat 1112 may also have a clearance slot 1113 formed therein for passing the isolation sheet 135.

[0043] In some embodiments, the rolling mechanism 112 may include: a shaft 1121 mounted on the base body 111, a rotating member 1122 rotatably mounted on the shaft 1121, and a motor (not shown) coupled to the rotating member 1122 to drive the rotating member 1122 to rotate around the shaft 1121. Figure 3 As shown, the rolling mechanism 112 can be configured such that a shaft 1121 is disposed between the mounting surfaces of a pair of mounting seats 1112, and a rotating member 1122 is accommodated in the mounting groove 1111, thereby forming a structure capable of rotating relative to the base body 111. In some embodiments, the isolation sheet 135 of the isolation assembly 130 can be connected to the rotating member 1122. For example, the proximal end of the isolation sheet 135 can be fixedly connected to the rotating member 1122, so that it can be wound around the outer circumference of the rotating member 1122 and accommodated in the accommodating space 113 under the drive of the rotating member 1122, or released from the outer circumference of the rotating member 1122 and extend out of the accommodating space 113.

[0044] In some embodiments, the motor may include an outer rotor motor, which may include an outer rotor fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the rotating member 1122 and an inner stator fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the shaft 1121. In some embodiments, the inner stator of the outer rotor motor may serve as the shaft 1121 of the rolling mechanism 112 and be fixedly disposed between a pair of mounting seats 1112, or may be fixedly connected to the shaft 1121 fixedly disposed between the pair of mounting seats 1112. The outer rotor may serve as the rotating member 1122 of the rolling mechanism 112, rotating around the inner stator, or may be fixedly connected to the rotating member 1122 sleeved on the shaft 1121, thereby driving the rotating member 1122 to rotate around the shaft 1121.

[0045] It should be understood that the rolling mechanism is not limited to the above-described structure; any rolling mechanism capable of synchronously winding or releasing the spacer does not depart from the scope of the present invention. In some embodiments, a motor may be disposed within the base body 111, with multiple rolling mechanisms sharing a single motor via a transmission structure to achieve synchronous rotation of multiple rotating parts.

[0046] Figure 4A A partial cross-sectional view of two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 in a separated state according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown. Figure 4B FIG2 shows a partial cross-sectional view of two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 in a combined state according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. It should be understood that Figure 4A and Figure 4B The first connecting strip 131 and the second connecting strip 132 shown in FIG. 1 are two connecting strips adjacent to each other on two adjacent isolation sheets 135 , for example Figure 1 and Figure 2 The first binding strip 131a and the second binding strip 132b are shown, but the second binding strip 132a on the isolation sheet 135a may have a structure similar to the second binding strip 132, and the first binding strip 131b on the isolation sheet 135b may have a structure similar to the first binding strip 131.

[0047] In some embodiments, as Figure 4A and Figure 4B As shown, the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can be provided on the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135. The first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can be provided on the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135 by, for example, bonding, thermoplasticization, etc. In the disclosure of the present utility model, the upper surface or the upper surface of the isolation sheet or other structure (such as the first slider assembly or the second slider assembly, etc.) refers to the surface facing away from the isolation object (such as Figure 9 The lower surface refers to the surface facing the side or side of the isolation object. By arranging the first connecting strip 131 and the second connecting strip 132 on the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135, the slider assembly (for example, Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 4B 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 6 or Figure 7 The first slider assembly 150 or Figure 6 、 Figure 7 or Figure 8 The second slider assembly 170 shown is coupled to the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 below the isolation sheet 135, respectively, so that the slider assembly can combine multiple isolation assemblies 130 below the multiple isolation assemblies 130 to form a seamless isolation cover, which can improve the isolation effect of the isolation device. It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 are not limited to being set on the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135. For example, the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can also be set on the upper surface of the isolation sheet 135. Alternatively, the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 can also be respectively set on the upper surface or lower surface of the isolation sheet 135, or on the two side edges of the isolation sheet 135.

[0048] In some embodiments, as Figure 4A and Figure 4B As shown, the first connecting strip 131 may include a first main body 1311, a first connecting portion 1312 formed on the outside of the first main body 1311, and a first driving portion 1313 formed on the inside of the first main body 1311. The second connecting strip 132 may include a second main body 1321, a second connecting portion 1322 formed on the outside of the second main body 1321, and a second driving portion 1323 formed on the inside of the second main body 1321, and the second connecting portion 1322 matches the shape of the first connecting portion 1312 and is used to connect with or separate from the first connecting portion 1312. In the disclosure of the present utility model, the outer side of the first connecting strip 131 (or the first main body 1311) and the second connecting strip 132 (or the second main body 1321) refers to the side facing the adjacent isolation sheet, and the inner side of the first connecting strip 131 and the second connecting strip 132 refers to the side facing away from the adjacent isolation sheet.

[0049] In some embodiments, the first body 1311 and the second body 1321 can be long strips of flexible structures, which are respectively fixedly connected to the isolation sheet 135, for example, fixedly connected to the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135, so as to move together with the isolation sheet 135. In some embodiments, the first combining portion 1312 of the first binding strip 131 and the second combining portion 1322 of the second binding strip 132 can be configured to be roughly opposite to each other when the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 are respectively arranged on two adjacent isolation sheets 135, so as to combine the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 by approaching each other under the action of external drive, and separate the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 by moving away from each other. In some embodiments, the first combining portion 1312 and the second combining portion 1322 can be formed into a snap-fit structure whose shapes match each other. For example, as Figure 4A and Figure 4B As shown, the first coupling portion 1312 may include an outwardly protruding flange, and the flange may be formed so that the diameter (thickness) of the cross section at the distal end is greater than the diameter (thickness) of the proximal end. The second coupling portion 1322 may include an inwardly recessed groove, and the groove may be formed to match the flange on the first coupling portion 1312. For example, the groove of the second coupling portion 1322 may include an outwardly opening channel and a receiving cavity connected to the channel, and the cross section may be formed so that the diameter (thickness) of the cross section at the channel is smaller than the diameter (thickness) of the receiving cavity, so that when coupled with the first coupling portion 1312, the flange of the first coupling portion 1312 is engaged in the groove, preventing the first coupling strip 131 from separating from the second coupling strip 132.

[0050] In some embodiments, as Figure 4A and Figure 4B As shown, the first driving portion 1313 of the first coupling bar 131 may include a first driving surface 13130 for receiving drive. The first driving surface 13130 may be formed as a non-smooth surface or a toothed surface with a high coefficient of friction to receive external drive. Similar to the first driving portion 1313 of the first coupling bar 131, the second driving portion 1323 of the second coupling bar 132 may also include a second driving surface 13230 for receiving drive. The second driving surface 13230 is formed as a non-smooth surface or a toothed surface with a high coefficient of friction to receive external drive. In some embodiments, as Figure 4A and Figure 4B As shown, the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving portion 1323 may further include a first driving groove and a second driving groove, each of which is open to the outside, and the first driving groove and the second driving groove are used to accommodate and limit a pair of driving members (for example, Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 4B 、 Figure 5 、 Figure 6 or Figure 7The pair of first driving members 153 or Figure 6 、 Figure 7 or Figure 8 In some embodiments, the first driving surface 13130 may be the bottom (inside) surface of the first driving slot, and the second driving surface 13230 may be the bottom (inside) surface of the second driving slot.

[0051] In the present disclosure, the outer side of the first coupling portion 1312 and the first driving portion 1313 refers to the side away from the first body 1311, and the inner side refers to the side close to the first body 1311. The outer side of the second coupling portion 1322 and the second driving portion 1323 refers to the side away from the second body 1321, and the inner side refers to the side close to the second body 1321.

[0052] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 can be combined or separated by a plurality of first slider assemblies 150 spaced between two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 . Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first slider assembly 150 according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown. Figure 1 、 Figure 2 、 Figure 4B and Figure 5 As shown, each first slider assembly 150 may include a first slider 151 and a pair of first driving members 153 rotatably disposed on the first slider 151 .

[0053] In some embodiments, as Figure 5 As shown, the first slider 151 may include a first substrate 1511 and a first separation post 1512 disposed on the first substrate 1511. The first separation post 1512 is used to separate the adjacent first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132. The first substrate 1511 may be formed in a plate shape, including an upper surface opposite the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135 and a lower surface opposite the isolation object. The first separation post 1512 may be erected from the upper surface of the first substrate 1511 and formed in a wedge-shaped cross-section. In some embodiments, the first separation post 1512 may be disposed at the proximal end of the upper surface of the first substrate 1511 and is used to separate the adjacent first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132 when the rolling mechanism 112 is winding the isolation sheets 135 of two adjacent isolation assemblies 130, thereby disassembling the isolation cover.

[0054] In some embodiments, as Figure 5As shown, a pair of first driving members 153 can be rotatably disposed on the first substrate 1511 and further away from the base body 111 than the first separation column 1512, and the pair of first driving members 153 can be configured to clamp the adjacent first and second binding bars 131, 132 from both sides to drive the adjacent first and second binding bars 131, 132 by rotation. In some embodiments, the pair of first driving members 153 can be disposed at the distal end of the upper surface of the first substrate 1511, and used to cooperatively drive the first and second binding bars 131, 132 based on the movement of the rolling mechanism 112, thereby causing the first slider 151 to move proximally or distally relative to the first and second binding bars 131, 132, to couple the first and second binding bars 131, 132 or separate the first and second binding bars 131, 132 via the first separation column 1512.

[0055] In some embodiments, as Figure 5 As shown, the pair of first driving members 153 can each include a first rotating shaft 1531 rotatably disposed on the upper surface of the first substrate 1511 and a first driving wheel 1532 fixedly connected to the first rotating shaft 1531. The pair of first rotating shafts 1531 can be connected to a driving device (e.g., a motor) (not shown) to drive the pair of first driving wheels 1532 to rotate synchronously in opposite directions under the drive of the driving device. The first driving wheel 1532 can include a first outer peripheral surface 15320. In some embodiments, the first outer peripheral surface 15320 of the first driving wheel 1532 can be formed as a non-smooth surface with a high coefficient of friction. The first outer peripheral surface 15320 of the first driving wheel 1532 can transmit driving force to the first and second connecting bars 131 and 132 by contacting the first driving surface 13130 of the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving surface 13230 of the second driving portion 1323, which are also formed as non-smooth surfaces. It should be understood that the first driving wheel 1532 is not limited to the above-described structure. For example, the first outer peripheral surface 15320 of the first driving wheel 1532 may also be formed as a toothed surface, and transmits driving force to the first connecting bar 131 and the second connecting bar 132 respectively by engaging with the first driving surface 13130 of the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving surface 13230 of the second driving portion 1323, which are also formed as toothed surfaces. Figure 4BAs shown, a pair of first driving members 153 can be configured such that the spacing between the first outer peripheral surfaces 15320 of a pair of first driving wheels 1532 is approximately equal to the spacing between the first driving surface 13130 and the second driving surface 13230 of the first and second binding strips 131, 132 in the coupled state, thereby being able to clamp the first and second binding strips 131, 132 adjacent to each other from both sides, so that the first and second binding strips 131, 132 can be coupled to each other between the pair of first driving wheels 1532. In some embodiments, the first driving portion 1313 of the first binding strip 131 and the second driving portion 1323 of the second binding strip 132 can further include a first driving groove and a second driving groove, each of which is open inward. The pair of first driving members 153 can be configured such that when coupled to the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving portion 1323, at least a portion of the pair of first driving wheels 1532 (e.g., the inner portion of each of the pair of first driving wheels 1532) is accommodated in the first driving groove and the second driving groove, as shown in FIG. Figure 4B In this way, the first slider assembly 150 can be supported, thereby preventing the first slider assembly 150 from being separated from the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 .

[0056] In some embodiments, the first slider 151 may further include at least one channel for guiding the first and second connecting strips 131 and 132. Figure 5 As shown, the at least one channel may include an upper channel 1513 and a lower channel 1514. The upper channel 1513 may be located on both sides of the first separation column 1512, and is used to guide the first and second binding strips 131 and 132 in a separated state to enter or exit the first slider assembly 150. The lower channel 1514 may be located at the distal end of the first base plate 1511, and is used to guide the first and second binding strips 131 and 132 in a coupled state to enter or exit the first slider assembly 150.

[0057] In some embodiments, the first slider assembly 150 may further include an elastic member (not shown). The elastic member may be disposed on the lower surface of the first substrate 1511 to separate the first slider assembly 150 from the isolation object below. In some embodiments, the elastic member may be, for example, a roller, such as Figure 8 Roller 1715 is shown.

[0058] In some embodiments, the control device can be configured to cooperatively control the pair of first driving members 153 to rotate based on the movement of the rolling mechanism 112, thereby driving the adjacent first and second connecting strips 131, 132 to couple or separate via the pair of first driving members 153. For example, the control device can be configured to control the rolling mechanism 112 to release the isolation sheet 135 and cooperatively control the pair of first driving members 153 to drive the first and second connecting strips 131, 132 in a coupled state away from the distal end of the first substrate 1511 of the first slider assembly 150, thereby coupling the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 while maintaining the first slider assembly 150 substantially stationary relative to the base 110. Alternatively, the control device can be configured to control the rolling mechanism 112 to wind the isolation sheet 135 and cooperatively control the pair of first driving members 153 to drive the first and second connecting strips 131, 132 in a separated state away from the proximal end of the first substrate 1511 of the first slider assembly 150, thereby separating the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 while maintaining the first slider assembly 150 substantially stationary relative to the base 110. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the control device may also be configured to control the first slider assembly 150 to combine with two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 after the rolling mechanism 112 releases the isolation sheet 135 , and to control the first slider assembly 150 to separate the two adjacent isolation assemblies 130 before the rolling mechanism 112 winds the isolation sheet 135 .

[0059] It should be understood that the first slider assembly 150 is not limited to the above-described structure. In some embodiments, the first slider assembly 150 may also be configured such that the first base plate 1511 of the first slider 151 is fixedly connected to the base body 111 of the base 110. Alternatively, the first base plate 1511 may not be provided with the first separation posts 1512, but instead the first and second binding strips 131 and 132 may be separated by mounting bases 1112 located at each corner of the base body 111.

[0060] In some embodiments, the isolation device may further include a plurality of second slider assemblies for cooperating with the plurality of first slider assemblies to assemble or separate the plurality of isolation assemblies. Figure 6 FIG2 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of an isolation device 200 according to another embodiment of the present invention. It should be understood that for the sake of simplicity, Figure 6 Only a portion of the plurality of isolating devices, the plurality of first slider assemblies, and the plurality of second slider assemblies are shown. Figure 6 As shown, the isolation device 200 may include a base 110 , a plurality of isolation assemblies 130 , a plurality of first slider assemblies 150 , and a plurality of second slider assemblies 170 . Figure 7A partially enlarged schematic diagram of an isolation device 200 according to other embodiments of the present disclosure is shown. In some embodiments, a plurality of second slider assemblies 170 can be disposed between the plurality of isolation assemblies 130, corresponding one-to-one with the plurality of first slider assemblies 150, and positioned farther from the base 110 than the plurality of first slider assemblies 150. The plurality of second slider assemblies 170 are used to cooperate with the plurality of first slider assemblies 150 to connect or separate the plurality of isolation assemblies 130.

[0061] Figure 8 Schematic diagram of the structure of the second slider assembly 170 according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown. Figure 6 、 Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, each second slider assembly 170 may include a second slider 171 and a pair of second driving members 173. The second slider 171 may be located between two adjacent isolation sheets 135. The pair of second driving members 173 may be rotatably disposed on the second slider 171 and configured to couple with the second binding strips 131 and the second binding strips 132 adjacent to each other on the two adjacent isolation sheets 135, respectively, to combine or separate the distal ends of the first binding strips 131 and the second binding strips 132 adjacent to each other. In the present disclosure, the distal ends of the first binding strips and the second binding strips refer to the portions of the first binding strips and the second binding strips extending from the distal end of the first slider assembly.

[0062] In some embodiments, as Figure 8 As shown, the second slider 171 may include a second substrate 1711 and a second separation post 1712 disposed on the second substrate 1711. The second separation post 1712 is used to separate the second binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 that are adjacent to each other. The second substrate 1711 can be formed into a plate shape, including an upper surface opposite the lower surface of the isolation sheet 135 and a lower surface opposite the isolation object. The second separation post 1712 can be erected from the upper surface of the second substrate 1711 and formed into a wedge-shaped cross-section. In some embodiments, the second separation post 1712 can be disposed at the distal end of the upper surface of the second substrate 1711 to separate the second binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132 that are coupled by the first slider assembly 150.

[0063] In some embodiments, as Figure 8As shown, a pair of second driving members 173 can be rotatably disposed on the second base plate 1711 and closer to the base body 111 than the second separation column 1712, and the pair of second driving members 173 can be configured to clamp the adjacent first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132 from both sides to drive the adjacent first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132 by rotation. In some embodiments, the pair of second driving members 173 can be disposed at the proximal end of the upper surface of the second base plate 1711 to drive the second slider 171 to move relative to the first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132, so as to separate the first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132 via the second separation column 1712 or to couple the first binding strips 131 and second binding strips 132 via the pair of second driving members 173.

[0064] In some embodiments, as Figure 8As shown, the pair of second driving members 173 can each include a second rotating shaft 1731 rotatably disposed on the upper surface of the second base plate 1711 and a second driving wheel 1732 fixedly connected to the second rotating shaft 1731. The pair of second rotating shafts 1731 can be connected to a driving device (e.g., a motor) (not shown) to drive the pair of second driving wheels 1732 to rotate synchronously in opposite directions under the drive of the driving device. The second driving wheels 1732 can include a second outer peripheral surface 17320. In some embodiments, the second outer peripheral surface 17320 of the second driving wheel 1732 can be formed as a non-smooth surface with a high coefficient of friction. The second outer peripheral surface 17320 of the second driving wheel 1732 can transmit driving force to the first and second connecting bars 131 and 132 by contacting the first driving surface 13130 of the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving surface 13230 of the second driving portion 1323, which are also formed as non-smooth surfaces. It should be understood that the second driving wheel 1732 is not limited to the above-described structure. For example, the second outer peripheral surface 17320 of the second driving wheel 1732 can also be formed as a toothed surface, and can respectively engage with the first driving surface 13130 of the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving surface 13230 of the second driving portion 1323, which are also formed as toothed surfaces, to transmit driving force to the first and second connecting bars 131, 132. Similar to the pair of first driving members 153 on the first slider assembly 150, the pair of second driving members 173 can be configured such that the spacing between the second outer peripheral surfaces 17320 of the pair of second driving wheels 1732 is substantially equal to the spacing between the first driving surfaces 13130 and the second driving surfaces 13230 of the first and second connecting bars 131, 132 in the coupled state. This allows the first and second connecting bars 131, 132 to be clamped from both sides, allowing the first and second connecting bars 131, 132 to be coupled to each other between the pair of second driving wheels 1732. In some embodiments, a pair of second driving members 173 can be configured so that when they are coupled with the first driving portion 1313 and the second driving portion 1323 respectively, at least a portion of the pair of second driving wheels 1732 (for example, the inner portion of each of the pair of second driving wheels 1732) is accommodated in the first driving groove and the second driving groove, thereby providing support for the second slider assembly 170 and preventing the second slider assembly 170 from detaching from the first coupling strip 131 and the second coupling strip 132.

[0065] In some embodiments, the second slider 171 may further include at least one channel for guiding the first and second connecting strips 131 and 132. Figure 8As shown, the at least one channel may include an upper channel 1713 and a lower channel 1714. The upper channel 1713 may be located at the distal end of the second base plate 1711, and is used to guide the first and second binding strips 131, 132 in a coupled state into or out of the second slider assembly 170. The lower channel 1714 may be located on both sides of the second separation column 1712, and is used to guide the first and second binding strips 131, 132 in a separated state into or out of the second slider assembly 170.

[0066] In some embodiments, as Figure 8 As shown, the second slider assembly 170 may further include at least one roller 1715. The at least one roller 1715 may be disposed on a surface opposite to the surface of the second substrate 1711 on which the pair of second driving members 173 are disposed. Figure 8 As shown, at least one roller 1715 can be rotatably disposed on the lower surface of the second substrate 1711 to separate the second slider assembly 170 from the isolated object below. In some embodiments, the roller 1715 can be made of an elastic material such as rubber or silicone.

[0067] In some embodiments, the control device can be configured to cooperatively control the rotation of the pair of second driving members 173 based on the movement of the pair of first driving members 153, thereby driving the adjacent first and second binding strips 131, 132 to engage or disengage via the pair of second driving members 173. For example, the control device can be configured to control the pair of first driving members 153 to drive the first and second binding strips 131, 132 away from the first slider assembly 150 in an engaged state from the distal end of the first substrate 1511, and to cooperatively control the pair of second driving members 173 to drive the first and second binding strips 131, 132 away from the second slider assembly 170 in a disengaged state from the distal end of the second substrate 1711, thereby disassembling the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 while maintaining the second slider assembly 170 substantially stationary relative to the first slider assembly 150. In this manner, the isolation sheets 135 of the plurality of isolation assemblies 130 can be kept free and covered on the isolation object. In some embodiments, the control device can also be configured to cooperatively control a pair of second driving members 173 to rotate to drive the second slider assembly 170 when multiple isolation sheets 135 are covered on the isolation object in a free state, so that the second slider assembly 170 moves along the surface of the isolation object through the roller 1715, so as to arrange the isolation sheets 135 along the surface of the isolation object and combine the first binding strip 131 and the second binding strip 132, so that the multiple isolation assemblies 130 are combined to form an isolation cover that matches the surface shape of the isolation object.

[0068] The utility model also provides a vehicle, Figure 9 Schematic diagram of a vehicle 900 according to some embodiments of the present invention is shown. Figure 9 As shown, vehicle 900 may include a vehicle body 910 and an isolation device 920. Isolation device 920 may be disposed on top of vehicle body 910 and used to attach or remove an isolation cover to or from vehicle body 910. In some embodiments, isolation device 920 may include a base 921, a plurality of isolation assemblies 923 surrounding base 921, and a first pull head assembly 925 spaced between isolation assemblies 923. In some embodiments, isolation device 920 may further include a control device (not shown). In some embodiments, isolation device 920 may be, for example, any of the isolation devices 100 and 200 described above.

[0069] The isolation device disclosed in the present utility model can automatically form an isolation cover on an isolated object or remove the isolation cover from the isolated object, thereby eliminating the burden on the user caused by manually applying or removing the isolation cover. Furthermore, the isolation device can form an isolation cover that conforms to the outer surface of the isolated object, thus not occupying additional space and effectively isolating the isolated object from the outside world.

[0070] Note that the above are only exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure and the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the present disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments herein, and that various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of protection of the present disclosure. Therefore, although the present disclosure has been described in detail through the above embodiments, the present disclosure is not limited to the above embodiments, and may include more other equivalent embodiments without departing from the concept of the present disclosure, and the scope of the present disclosure is determined by the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. An isolation device, characterized in that: include: A base, comprising a base body and a plurality of rolling mechanisms arranged along the circumference of the base body; a plurality of isolation assemblies configured to surround the base, each of the isolation assemblies comprising an isolation sheet, a first binding bar, and a second binding bar, wherein the isolation sheet is configured to be connected to the rolling mechanism so as to be released or rolled up by the rolling mechanism, and the first binding bar and the second binding bar are disposed on opposite sides of the isolation sheet and are configured to be capable of being coupled to or separated from each other; and A plurality of first slider assemblies are spaced apart between the plurality of isolation assemblies and are used to combine or separate the plurality of isolation assemblies, each of the first slider assemblies comprising: A first slider is located between two adjacent isolation sheets; and A pair of first driving members are rotatably provided on the first slider and are configured to be coupled with the first and second connecting strips adjacent to each other on two adjacent isolation sheets, respectively, so as to connect or separate the first and second connecting strips adjacent to each other based on the movement of the rolling mechanism.

2. The isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that The first slider includes a first substrate and a first separation column disposed on the first substrate, wherein the first separation column is used to separate the first connecting strip and the second connecting strip adjacent to each other. The pair of first driving members are rotatably arranged on the first substrate and are farther away from the base body than the first separation column, and the pair of first driving members are configured to clamp the first and second binding bars adjacent to each other from both sides to drive the first and second binding bars adjacent to each other by rotation.

3. The isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that The present invention also includes a plurality of second slider assemblies, each of the second slider assemblies being arranged between the plurality of isolation assemblies in a one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of first slider assemblies and being configured to be farther away from the base than the plurality of first slider assemblies, the second slider assemblies being used to cooperate with the plurality of first slider assemblies to combine with or separate the plurality of isolation assemblies, each of the second slider assemblies comprising: A second slider is located between two adjacent isolation sheets; and A pair of second driving members are rotatably disposed on the second slider and are configured to be coupled with the adjacent first and second connecting strips respectively to connect or separate the distal ends of the adjacent first and second connecting strips.

4. The isolation device according to claim 3, characterized in that The second slider includes a second base plate and a second separation column disposed on the second base plate, wherein the second separation column is used to separate the first and second connecting strips adjacent to each other. The pair of second driving members are rotatably arranged on the second substrate and are closer to the base body than the second separation column, and the pair of second driving members are configured to clamp the first and second binding bars adjacent to each other from both sides to drive the first and second binding bars adjacent to each other by rotation.

5. The isolation device according to claim 4, characterized in that Each of the second slider assemblies further includes at least one roller rotatably disposed on a surface of the second base plate opposite to a surface on which the pair of second driving members are disposed.

6. The isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that The isolation sheet is made of elastic and flexible material.

7. The isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that The first connecting strip and the second connecting strip are arranged on the lower surface of the isolation sheet.

8. The isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that The first combining strip includes a first body, a first combining portion formed on the outside of the first body, and a first driving portion formed on the inside of the first body. The second combining strip includes a second body, a second combining portion formed on the outside of the second body, and a second driving portion formed on the inside of the second body. The second combining portion matches the shape of the first combining portion and is used to combine with or separate from the first combining portion. The first driving portion includes a first driving surface for receiving drive, the first driving surface is formed as a non-smooth surface or a toothed surface, and the second driving portion includes a second driving surface for receiving drive, the second driving surface is formed as a non-smooth surface or a toothed surface.

9. The isolation device according to claim 1, characterized in that The rolling mechanism includes a shaft mounted on the main body, a rotating member rotatably mounted on the shaft, and a motor coupled to the rotating member to drive the rotating member to rotate around the shaft. Wherein, the motor includes an outer rotor motor, and the outer rotor motor includes an outer rotor fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the rotating member and an inner stator fixedly connected to or integrally formed with the shaft.

10. A vehicle comprising: body; as well as The isolation device according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the isolation device is arranged on the top of the vehicle body.