Lock catch mechanism and dynamic spraying tool for automobile cover

By designing the locking mechanism and support mechanism, the problems of unstable fixing and inconvenient operation of traditional car cover coating tools during the spraying process are solved, and the stable locking and convenient operation of the cover are achieved, and the spraying efficiency and quality are improved.

CN223197235UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-08江苏开沃汽车有限公司
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Application Number
CN202422063723.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-23
Publication Date
2025-08-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-23

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional car cover painting tools have unstable fixation and inconvenient operation during the spraying process, which can easily lead to deformation of the fuel tank cover and uneven spraying.

Method used

A locking mechanism is designed, including accommodating components, baffles, plug-in components and operating components. Through the locking components and the cover locking buckle, combined with the support mechanism, the stable locking and convenient operation of the cover are achieved.

Benefits of technology

It improves the operating efficiency and spray quality during the spraying process, ensures the stability and adaptability of the hood, avoids deformation and bumps during the spraying process, and improves the versatility and safety of the tooling.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile coating processes, in particular to a lock catch component, an automobile cover dynamic spraying tool and a mortise lock component, which comprise an accommodating component, a baffle plate arranged at one end of the accommodating component, and a plug-in component sequentially embedded in the baffle plate and the accommodating component, the operating part comprises an earhole seat arranged on the lower end surface of the accommodating assembly and an operating rod of which one end is connected with the earhole seat; through the design of the mortise lock part and the operation part, locking and loosening of the lock catch part and the machine cover lock catch become very convenient, and the operation efficiency of workers is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile painting technology, in particular to a locking mechanism and a dynamic spraying tool for automobile hoods. Background Art

[0002] When painting a car hood, it is necessary to use a car hood tooling to fix the hood to the car body and spray paint on the car to maintain the color consistency between the fuel tank cap and the car body after spraying, so that the fuel tank cap remains fixed to prevent sliding and falling. The traditional fuel tank cap painting support frame uses the fuel tank cap's mounting hinge for support. The support frame and the fuel tank cap are in contact at points, causing uneven force on the entire fuel tank cap. When baked at high temperature, it will cause the fuel tank cap to deform, and it is easy to cause glue bumps and damage to the rubber strips.

[0003] Moreover, during the spraying process inside the hood, the opening and closing angle of the hood needs to be adjusted at any time according to the spraying situation; this requires a spraying tooling that can not only fix and support the hood, but also facilitate the adjustment of the opening and closing angle of the hood at any time; at the same time, it can avoid damaging the sealing strips and scratching the sprayed paint surface. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned problem or the problem in the prior art that spraying tooling is inconvenient to operate, the present utility model is proposed.

[0005] Therefore, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a locking mechanism.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solutions: the locking component includes a accommodating component, a baffle arranged at one end of the accommodating component, and a plug-in component sequentially embedded in the baffle and the accommodating component; the operating component includes an ear hole seat arranged on the lower end surface of the accommodating component and an operating rod with one end connected to the ear hole seat.

[0007] As a preferred solution of the locking mechanism of the present invention, the accommodating assembly includes a accommodating plate and an accommodating groove provided in the accommodating plate.

[0008] As a preferred solution of the locking mechanism of the present invention, the baffle is arranged in an L-shape, and the baffle and the side plate of the accommodating plate form an accommodating space.

[0009] As a preferred solution of the locking mechanism of the utility model, wherein: the plug assembly includes a plug and a connecting rod with one end connected to the plug, and the other end of the connecting rod is connected to the handheld handle;

[0010] Wherein, one end of the connecting rod close to the plug connector is embedded in the accommodating space;

[0011] Wherein, two ends of the connector are respectively arranged in the accommodating groove and the accommodating space.

[0012] As a preferred solution of the locking mechanism of the present invention, the connector includes two plug-in rods, and both of the two plug-in rods penetrate through the side wall of the accommodating plate.

[0013] As a preferred solution of the locking mechanism of the present invention, the plug-in assembly further comprises a reset spring, which is sleeved outside the connecting rod and has two ends respectively in contact with the inner wall of the baffle and the cross bar of the connector.

[0014] As a preferred solution of the locking mechanism of the present invention, the ear hole seat is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the accommodating plate, and one end of the operating rod is rotatably connected to the ear hole seat through a pin.

[0015] The beneficial effects of the locking mechanism of the utility model are:

[0016] Compact structure and reasonable design: The lock mechanism of this utility model realizes the stable locking and convenient operation of the cover lock by combining the receiving component, baffle and plug-in component. This structural design is compact and saves operating space.

[0017] Easy operation and high efficiency: the setting of the locking component facilitates the locking and releasing of the locking mechanism and the machine cover lock, which further facilitates the operation of the staff; through the design of the ear hole seat and the operating lever in the operating component, the operating lever is rotatably connected to the ear hole seat through a pin shaft, making the operation more flexible and improving the operating efficiency.

[0018] In view of the fact that in actual use, there is still the problem of fixing the spraying tooling.

[0019] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention also provides the following technical solutions: a dynamic spraying tool for automobile hood, characterized in that it includes a locking mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 3, and,

[0020] The supporting mechanism comprises a supporting rod with one end connected to the bottom of the operating rod, and the other end of the supporting rod is connected to the connecting assembly.

[0021] As a preferred solution of the automobile hood dynamic spraying tool of the utility model, a welding groove is provided on the support rod.

[0022] As a preferred solution of the utility model of the automobile hood dynamic spraying tool, wherein: the connecting component includes a fixing frame and a positioning pin arranged in the fixing frame

[0023] The beneficial effects of the automobile hood dynamic spraying tool of the utility model are:

[0024] Convenient Operation: The specially designed latching and operating components make the locking mechanism and the cover latch extremely convenient to engage and disengage, improving operator efficiency. In particular, the design of the connector, connecting rod, and handle in the plug-in assembly makes the locking process more labor-saving and precise.

[0025] Stability and reliability: A return spring in the connector assembly ensures the lever automatically resets after release, ensuring the reusability and stability of the locking mechanism. Furthermore, the robust design of the housing assembly and the placement of the lever through the sidewalls enhance the stability of the lock.

[0026] Flexible support structure: The support mechanism in the dynamic spraying tool for automobile hoods is rationally designed. The combination of support rods and connecting components allows the entire tool to be firmly supported on the automobile hood, facilitating spraying operations. In particular, the design of the welding groove provides a stable support point for the operating rod, making operation more stable and reliable.

[0027] High-efficiency spraying efficiency: The design of the overall tooling fully considers the needs of spraying operations, enabling workers to complete their work more efficiently and accurately when spraying car hoods, thereby improving production efficiency and spraying quality.

[0028] Strong adaptability: The fixing frame and positioning pin design in the connecting assembly enable the tooling to adapt to automobile hoods of different models and specifications, improving the versatility and adaptability of the tooling.

[0029] Safety: Safety factors are fully considered during the design and manufacturing process of the entire tooling, such as the stability of the locking components and the ease of use of the operating components. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0030] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0031] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the locking mechanism.

[0032] Figure 2 A top view of the locking mechanism.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the plug-in assembly structure in Example 1.

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the plug-in assembly structure in Example 2.

[0035] Figure 5Schematic diagram of the support structure.

[0036] Figure 6 It is a structural diagram of the cooperation between the locking mechanism and the supporting mechanism. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0038] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art may make similar generalizations without violating the connotation of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0039] Secondly, the term "one embodiment" or "embodiment" herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in various places throughout this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it refer to a separate or selective embodiment that is mutually exclusive with other embodiments.

[0040] Example 1, with reference to Figures 1 to 3 , which is the first embodiment of the present utility model, this embodiment provides a locking mechanism, including a locking component 100, which is used to connect to the hood lock; the locking component 100 includes a receiving assembly 101, which is used to receive the hood lock; a baffle 102 provided on the receiving assembly 101, and a plug-in assembly 103 which is sequentially embedded in the baffle 102 and the receiving assembly 101, and the plug-in assembly 103 is used to pass through the hood lock and fix the hood lock in the receiving assembly 101.

[0041] The operating component 200 includes an ear hole seat 201 arranged on the lower end surface of the accommodating component 101 and an operating rod 202 connected to the ear hole seat 201 at one end; the operating component 200 is used to be held by hand, and the opening and closing angle of the cover is adjusted by moving the operating component 200 up and down.

[0042] Specifically, the accommodating assembly 101 includes a accommodating plate 101d, which is a rectangular shell. Its top wall and one side wall are connected to the internal cavity of the accommodating cavity shell to form an accommodating groove 101a, which is used to accommodate the machine cover lock.

[0043] The baffle 102 is L-shaped and welded to the bottom of the receiving plate 101d. The baffle 102 and the sidewall of the receiving plate 101d form a receiving space 102a. It should be noted that the receiving space 102a is arranged in the same direction as the opening of the top surface of the receiving groove 101a and has the same height.

[0044] The plug-in assembly 103 includes a plug-in component 103a, which includes a cross bar 103a-2 and a plug-in rod 103a-1 welded to both ends of the cross bar 103a-2; a connecting rod 103b welded to the other side of the cross bar 103a-2, and the connecting rod 103b is arranged opposite to the plug-in rod 103a-1; and a handle 103c is welded to the other end of the connecting rod 103b.

[0045] Preferably, the handle 103c and the connecting rod 103b are connected in a T-shape, which makes it convenient for the operator to pull the handle 103c.

[0046] One end of each of the two connecting rods 103a-1 is disposed through the side wall of the accommodating plate 101d, and can slide back and forth along the side wall of the accommodating plate 101d.

[0047] Furthermore, the plug-in assembly 103 also includes a return spring 103d, which is sleeved on the connecting rod 103b; one end of the return spring 103d abuts against the vertical section of the baffle 102, and the other end is connected to the plug-in component 103a by abutting, welding or hanging; after the return spring 103d is assembled, it remains in a compressed state to maintain the plug-in state between the plug-in component 103a and the side wall of the accommodating groove 101a.

[0048] Furthermore, the ear hole seats 201 are arranged in pairs and are respectively welded to one end of the bottom surface of the receiving plate 101d, more specifically, they are respectively welded to one end of the opening of the side wall of the receiving plate 101d, so as to facilitate the operation of the connecting rod 103b to lift the car hood upward; one end of the operating rod 202 is inserted between the two receiving plates 101d, and then rotatably connected to the ear hole seat 201 through a pin shaft to adapt to the operation of the hood at different angles.

[0049] Preferably, a pull ring is welded to the other end of the operating rod 202 , and the provision of the pull ring makes it easier for the operator to control the operating rod 202 .

[0050] Example 2, reference Figure 4 , which is the second embodiment of the present utility model. Different from the previous embodiment, this embodiment provides a different structure of the connector 103a.

[0051] Specifically, the connector 103a is configured as a rectangular parallelepiped structure, and a corresponding long strip-shaped through hole is provided on the side wall of the receiving plate 101d so that the connector 103a can slide back and forth along the side wall of the receiving plate 101d; the other end of the connector 103a is welded to one end of the connecting rod 103b.

[0052] The rest of the structure is the same as that of Example 1.

[0053] The usage of Example 1 is the same as that of Example 2, which is as follows: when in use, lock the locking mechanism to the hood lock, pull the hand-held handle 103c, the reset spring 103d is compressed, and the connector 103a withdraws from the accommodating slot 101a; slide the hood lock 101e into the accommodating slot 101a along the side opening of the accommodating plate 101d, release the hand-held handle 103c, and the connector 103a is plugged into the accommodating plate 101d again under the push of the reset spring 103d; lock the hood lock 101e in the locking mechanism; and the locking of this mechanism and the hood lock is completed.

[0054] Example 3, reference Figures 5-6 , which is the third embodiment of the present utility model. Different from the previous embodiment, this embodiment provides a dynamic spraying tool for an automobile hood, including the locking mechanism in the above embodiment and a supporting component 300.

[0055] The supporting component 300 includes a supporting rod 301 and a connecting assembly 302 disposed at one end of the supporting rod 301 .

[0056] Specifically, a positioning groove 301a is provided at the other end of the support rod 301. The positioning groove 301a can be a groove processed on the top of the support rod 301, or two metal rods can be welded to the top of the support rod 301 so that the two metal rods are fixed in a V shape on the top of the support rod 301; so as to meet the positioning of the positioning groove 301a for the positioning of the operating rod 202, and further fix the operating rod 202 on the support rod 301.

[0057] Connecting assembly 302 includes a mounting bracket 302a and a locating pin 302b mounted on mounting bracket 302a. Connecting assembly 302 is configured as an inverted through-slot for engaging with the vehicle's front bumper beam. Locating pin 302b is welded to and perpendicular to the top wall of the through-slot. When mounting bracket 302a is engaged with the vehicle's front bumper beam, locating pin 302b engages with a mounting hole in the beam. This secures connecting assembly 302 to the vehicle's front bumper beam, facilitating stable support of operating rod 202 by support rod 301.

[0058] It should be noted that the entire tool is made of 316 stainless steel, which has the advantages of being easy to clean, not easy to rust, and not easy to deform.

[0059] When in use, when the fixing bracket 302a is buckled onto the front anti-collision beam of the automobile, the positioning pin 302b is inserted into the mounting hole on the front anti-collision beam, so that the connecting assembly 302 is fixed to the front anti-collision beam of the automobile.

[0060] Pull the handle 103c again, the return spring 103d is compressed, and the connector 103a is withdrawn from the receiving slot 101a; slide the cover lock 101e along the side opening of the receiving plate 101d into the receiving slot 101a, release the handle 103c, and the connector 103a is reconnected with the receiving plate 101d under the push of the return spring 103d; lock the cover lock into the locking mechanism;

[0061] Finally, the operating rod 202 is placed on the positioning groove 301a so that the car hood is stably supported.

[0062] If the opening and closing angle of the car hood needs to be changed, the operator holds the operating lever 202, lifts the operating lever 202 upward, disengages the operating lever 202 from the positioning slot 301a, and then moves the operating lever 202 up and down. The car hood can change the opening and closing angle by following the movement of the operating lever 202.

[0063] In summary, this tooling not only fixes the hood, meeting the operability requirements of gluing and spraying the topcoat inside and outside the hood, but also ensures spraying stability and operability.

[0064] It is important to note that the construction and arrangement of the present application shown in a number of different exemplary embodiments are only exemplary. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, it should be readily understood by those who refer to this disclosure that many modifications are possible (e.g., the size, scale, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, and parameter values (e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, colors, directional changes, etc.) without departing substantially from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application. For example, an element shown as integrally formed can be made up of multiple parts or elements, the position of the element can be inverted or otherwise changed, and the nature or number or position of the discrete elements can be altered or changed. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the present invention. The order or sequence of any process or method steps can be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "components plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure of the performance of the function described herein, and is not only structurally equivalent but also an equivalent structure. Without departing from the scope of the present invention, other substitutions, modifications, changes and omissions may be made in the design, operating conditions and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0065] Additionally, in order to provide a concise description of example embodiments, all features of an actual embodiment (ie, those features that are not relevant to the best mode presently contemplated for carrying out the invention or those that are not relevant to implementing the invention) may not be described.

[0066] It will be appreciated that in the development of any actual embodiment, as in any engineering or design project, numerous implementation-specific decisions may be made. Such a development effort may be complex and time-consuming, but will, for those of ordinary skill having the benefit of this disclosure, be a routine undertaking of design, fabrication, and production without undue experimentation.

[0067] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions of the present invention may be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all of these should be included in the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A locking mechanism, characterized in that: include: The latch component (100) comprises a receiving assembly (101), a baffle (102) arranged at one end of the receiving assembly (101), and a plug-in assembly (103) sequentially embedded in the baffle (102) and the receiving assembly (101); The operating component (200) comprises an ear hole seat (201) arranged on the lower end surface of the accommodating component (101) and an operating rod (202) with one end connected to the ear hole seat (201).

2. The locking mechanism according to claim 1, wherein: The accommodating assembly (101) comprises a accommodating plate (101d) and an accommodating groove (101a) provided in the accommodating plate (101d).

3. The locking mechanism according to claim 2, wherein: The baffle (102) is arranged in an L-shape, and the baffle (102) and the side plate of the accommodating plate (101d) form an accommodating space (102a).

4. The locking mechanism according to claim 3, wherein: The plug-in assembly (103) comprises a plug-in component (103a) and a connecting rod (103b) one end of which is connected to the plug-in component (103a), and the other end of the connecting rod (103b) is connected to a handheld handle (103c); Wherein, one end of the connecting rod (103b) close to the plug-in component (103a) is embedded in the accommodating space (102a); Wherein, two ends of the connector (103a) are respectively arranged in the accommodating groove (101a) and the accommodating space (102a).

5. The locking mechanism according to claim 4, wherein: The connector (103a) comprises two plug-in rods (103a-1), and both of the plug-in rods (103a-1) penetrate through the side wall of the accommodating plate (101d).

6. The locking mechanism according to claim 5, wherein: The plug-in assembly (103) further comprises a return spring (103d), which is sleeved outside the connecting rod (103b) and has two ends that respectively contact the inner wall of the baffle (102) and the crossbar (103a-2) of the plug-in component (103a).

7. The locking mechanism according to claim 6, wherein: The ear hole seat (201) is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the accommodating plate (101d), and one end of the operating rod (202) is rotatably connected to the ear hole seat (201) via a pin.

8. A dynamic spraying tool for automobile hood, characterized by: comprising the locking mechanism according to any one of claims 1 to 7, and The supporting component (300) comprises a supporting rod (301) having one end connectable to the lower portion of the operating rod (202), and the other end of the supporting rod (301) is connected to the connecting assembly (302).

9. The automobile hood dynamic spraying tool as claimed in claim 8, characterized in that: A positioning groove (301a) is provided on the support rod (301).

10. The automobile hood dynamic spraying tool according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that: The connecting assembly (302) comprises a fixing frame (302a) and a positioning pin (302b) arranged in the fixing frame (302a).