Instrument board stiffening beam assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model provides an instrument board stiffening beam assembly and a vehicle, and belongs to the technical field of automobile air conditioner assembly. According to the instrument board stiffening beam assembly and the vehicle, the first air conditioner installation supports and the second air conditioner installation supports are arranged on the main pipe beam, the third air conditioner installation supports are arranged on the lower portion of the middle channel support, and therefore the effects that the overall installation stress of an air conditioner is even, and the assembling stability is good are achieved; a triangular reinforcing structure is defined by the second air conditioner mounting bracket, the middle channel bracket and the main pipe beam, so that the air conditioner mounting is further reinforced; by arranging the auxiliary installation support, the auxiliary installation support and the first air conditioner installation support are integrated, the area where the first air conditioner installation support is located is compatible with installation and fixation of the auxiliary function module, the installation integration degree is higher, and the structural design difficulty of the main pipe beam is lower.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile air-conditioning assembly, and particularly relates to an instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] In vehicles, a dashboard reinforcement beam is typically installed between the steering system and the A-pillar to connect and support the vehicle body. This beam not only supports the steering system but also integrates and mounts functional modules such as the air conditioner, wiring harness, various instruments, and displays. The mounting method of each functional module on the beam significantly impacts the overall structural stability of the beam and the reliability of the module's own installation.

[0003] The air conditioner is a heavy functional module installed on the dashboard reinforcement beam. Due to the limitations of existing installation methods, the installation of the air conditioner on the dashboard reinforcement beam is unstable, and it is easy to cause shaking and abnormal noise during driving, which affects the driving experience. After long-term use, it may also cause individual installation points of the air conditioner to fail, affecting the reliability of the air conditioner installation and causing a negative user experience. Utility Model Content

[0004] The embodiments of the present invention provide an instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly and a vehicle, aiming to solve the problem that the existing installation method of an air conditioner and an instrument panel reinforcement beam makes the installation effect of the air conditioner unstable.

[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is:

[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present invention provides an instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly, comprising:

[0007] Main beam, middle channel bracket, first air conditioner mounting bracket, second air conditioner mounting bracket and third air conditioner mounting bracket;

[0008] The middle channel bracket is connected to the main beam, and the main beam is connected to a plurality of first air conditioner mounting brackets spaced apart in the left-right direction, and the plurality of first air conditioner mounting brackets are evenly connected to the upper portion of the first side portion of the air conditioner;

[0009] The main beam is connected to a plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets spaced apart in the left-right direction, and the plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets are all arranged corresponding to the middle channel bracket, and the plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets are evenly connected to the upper portion of the second side portion of the air conditioner;

[0010] The lower portion of the middle channel bracket is connected to a plurality of the third air conditioner mounting brackets at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of the third air conditioner mounting brackets are evenly connected to the lower portion of the second side portion of the air conditioner.

[0011] Most existing air conditioners are divided into two left and right sides, forming an elongated module extending left and right. The mounting locations of the air conditioner and the instrument panel reinforcement beam are mainly concentrated on the upper sides of the two sides of the air conditioner. The mounting locations of the upper part of the air conditioner are unevenly distributed relative to the air conditioner as a whole, resulting in uneven force on the upper part of the air conditioner. This leads to uneven force on the air conditioner after installation, which ultimately affects its assembly stability. In addition, since the existing air conditioner installation mainly sets the mounting location on the upper part of the air conditioner, the lower part of the air conditioner lacks a support point. Under the action of the air conditioner's own gravity, the upper mounting location is at risk of deformation and loosening due to excessive force. After long-term use, the air conditioner is prone to loosening and abnormal noise during use. Compared with the existing technology, the solution shown in the embodiment of the present application is to set multiple first air conditioner mounting brackets on the main beam for uniform connection with the upper part of the first side of the air conditioner, forming mounting locations that are relatively evenly distributed in the left and right directions on the upper part of the first side, and the mounting force on the upper part of the first side is uniform. The multiple second air conditioner mounting brackets provided on the main beam are used to evenly connect with the upper portion of the second side portion of the air conditioner, forming mounting locations that are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction on the upper portion of the second side portion, and the mounting force on the upper portion of the second side portion is uniform. The multiple third air conditioner mounting brackets provided on the lower portion of the central channel bracket are used to evenly connect with the lower portion of the second side portion of the air conditioner, and the mounting force on the lower portion of the second side portion is uniform. In addition, because the second air conditioner mounting brackets correspond to the central channel brackets, the distribution areas of the second air conditioner mounting brackets and the distribution areas of the third air conditioner mounting brackets also correspond downward in the vertical direction, and the overall connection force on the second side portion is uniform.

[0012] Generally speaking, the installation positions of the first side are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction, and the installation positions of the second side are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction. The forces on the first side and the second side are relatively evenly distributed. The assembly of the air conditioner fully utilizes the space of the main beam and the middle channel bracket. Even when the number of installation positions is small, it can ensure that the overall installation force of the air conditioner is even and the assembly stability is good. At the same time, the third air conditioner mounting bracket forms a support at the lower part of the heavier second side, so that the upper and lower parts of the air conditioner have installation positions, avoiding the problem of the upper installation position being easily deformed due to excessive force, and avoiding the problem of the air conditioner deforming or shaking after assembly or the installation position connection failing after long-term use.

[0013] In conjunction with the first aspect, in one possible implementation, the first air conditioner mounting brackets are symmetrically distributed in two groups in the left-right direction; the first air conditioner mounting brackets include a first bracket body and a second bracket body, the first bracket body being connected to the main beam and extending forward, the second bracket body being connected to the front of the first bracket body and extending downward, and the second bracket body being provided with an air conditioner mounting hole. The first air conditioner mounting brackets can be configured as structurally identical components, mounted at different locations on the main beam. This not only reduces the number of first air conditioner mounting brackets while ensuring connection reliability, thus lowering operational costs, but also allows a single model of first air conditioner mounting bracket to meet the assembly requirements of different vehicle models, resulting in a higher degree of standardization.

[0014] In some embodiments, the first bracket body is provided with a first reinforcing rib, the intersection of the first and second bracket bodies is provided with a second reinforcing rib, and a first weight-reducing hole is provided in the middle of the first reinforcing rib. The provision of the first and second reinforcing ribs ensures the overall structural strength of the first air conditioner mounting bracket, enabling the first air conditioner mounting bracket to be configured as a plate-like component. While maintaining high structural strength, the provision of the weight-reducing hole further meets lightweight design requirements. Furthermore, the size of the second bracket body can be reduced to meet miniaturization design requirements.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first air conditioner mounting bracket further includes a first reinforcing flange, which is continuously disposed on the sides of the first bracket body and the second bracket body; the first reinforcing flange and the front end of the first bracket body are respectively bonded to the main beam. The provision of the first reinforcing flange not only reinforces the first and second bracket bodies, but also increases the connection area between the first air conditioner mounting bracket and the main beam, thereby enhancing the bonding strength between the two.

[0016] In some embodiments, the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly further includes a plurality of auxiliary mounting brackets, each of which is connected to a different first air conditioning mounting bracket. Each auxiliary mounting bracket is provided with auxiliary fixing holes for connecting to auxiliary function modules. By integrating the auxiliary mounting brackets with the first air conditioning mounting bracket, the location of the first air conditioning mounting bracket is provided with the function of connecting to the auxiliary function modules. This fully utilizes the space in the first air conditioning mounting bracket, allowing for as many integrated function modules as possible on the main beam without requiring excessive mounting area directly on the main beam. This results in a higher degree of installation integration and reduces the structural design difficulty of the main beam.

[0017] In some embodiments, the central channel support has two oppositely disposed side supports, and two second air conditioning mounting supports are provided, one end of each of which is connected to the main beam and the other end to the corresponding side support. The main beam, the second air conditioning mounting support, and the side supports together form a triangular reinforcement structure. The second air conditioning mounting support is connected not only to the main beam but also to the central channel support, providing a higher bonding strength between the second air conditioning mounting support and the surrounding components. Furthermore, the triangular reinforcement structure provides a higher structural strength in the area where the second air conditioning mounting support is located, better supporting the weight of the second side portion after installation and preventing the second air conditioning mounting support from falling off.

[0018] In some embodiments, the third air conditioner mounting bracket includes a fifth bracket body and a sixth bracket body. The fifth bracket body is connected to the corresponding side bracket and extends forward. The sixth bracket body is connected to the front portion of the fifth bracket body and extends laterally. The sixth bracket body is provided with an air conditioner mounting hole. A third reinforcing rib is provided at the intersection of the fifth and sixth bracket bodies. By positioning the sixth mounting bracket more forward, the corresponding air conditioner mounting hole is pushed forward, thereby preventing interference between the air conditioner and the central channel bracket. The overall L-shape of the third air conditioner mounting bracket provides greater structural strength. Furthermore, the provision of the third reinforcing rib enhances the structural strength of the bend of the third air conditioner mounting bracket.

[0019] In some embodiments, a fourth reinforcing rib is further provided on the fifth bracket body to further enhance the structural strength of the third air conditioner mounting bracket.

[0020] In some embodiments, the side bracket has a U-shaped cross-section, with the open side being the opposite side of the side bracket. The fifth bracket body includes a first frame segment and a second frame segment arranged at an angle, with the side edge of the first frame segment being in affixed connection with the opposite side of one side arm of the side bracket, and the second frame segment being in affixed connection with the free edge of the other side arm of the side bracket. By making the fifth bracket body as a whole bent, higher structural strength is achieved. Furthermore, the first frame segment and the second frame segment are connected to the side bracket in different ways, which is conducive to withstanding forces acting in different directions, thereby further improving the bonding strength between the third air conditioner mounting bracket and the side bracket.

[0021] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present invention further provides a vehicle comprising the above-mentioned instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the solution shown in the embodiment of the present application adopts the above-mentioned dashboard reinforcement beam assembly, so that the assembly of the air conditioner fully utilizes the space of the main beam and the middle channel bracket. Even when the number of installation positions is small, it can ensure that the overall installation force of the air conditioner is uniform and the assembly stability is good. At the same time, the third air conditioner installation bracket forms a support at the lower part of the second side portion with heavier weight, so that the upper and lower parts of the air conditioner both have installation positions, avoiding the problem that the upper installation position is easily deformed due to excessive force, and avoiding the problem of the air conditioner being deformed or shaking after assembly or the failure of the installation position connection after long-term use. It plays a role in promoting the improvement of the NVH performance of the whole vehicle, reducing the maintenance cost of the air conditioner, and helping to improve the quality of use of the whole vehicle. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 A front view of an instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of part A;

[0025] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly provided by the embodiment of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly provided by the embodiment of the utility model Figure 2 ;

[0027] Figure 5 A partial rear view of the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly provided by an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0028] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of part B;

[0029] Figure 7 The assembly three-dimensional structure of the first air conditioner mounting bracket and the auxiliary mounting bracket used in the embodiment of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0030] Figure 8 The assembly three-dimensional structure of the first air conditioner mounting bracket and the auxiliary mounting bracket used in the embodiment of the utility model Figure 2 ;

[0031] Figure 9 The third embodiment of the present invention adopts the second air conditioner mounting bracket Figure 1 ;

[0032] Figure 10 The third embodiment of the present invention adopts the second air conditioner mounting bracket Figure 2 ;

[0033] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of the assembly of the third air conditioner mounting bracket and the side bracket used in the embodiment of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0034] Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the assembly of the third air conditioner mounting bracket and the side bracket used in the embodiment of the utility model Figure 2 ;

[0035] Figure 13 A cross-sectional view of the assembly of the third air conditioner mounting bracket and the side bracket used in the embodiment of the present utility model;

[0036] Description of reference numerals:

[0037] 1. Main beam; 2. Middle channel bracket; 210. Side bracket; 3. First air conditioner mounting bracket; 310. First bracket body; 311. First reinforcing rib; 312. First weight-reducing hole; 313. Second weight-reducing hole; 320. Second bracket body; 330. Second reinforcing rib; 340. First reinforcing flange; 4. Second air conditioner mounting bracket; 410. Third bracket body; 411. Third weight-reducing hole; 420. Fourth bracket body; 430. Second reinforcing flange; 5. Third air conditioner mounting bracket; 510. Fifth bracket body. 511. Fourth reinforcing rib; 512. First frame section; 513. Second frame section; 514. Installation positioning hole; 515. Fourth weight-reducing hole; 516. Bracket connecting edge; 520. Sixth bracket body; 530. Third reinforcing rib; 540. Third reinforcing flange; 6. First side; 7. Second side; 8. Air conditioner installation hole; 9. Auxiliary installation bracket; 901. Auxiliary fixing hole; 902. Auxiliary positioning hole; 910. Auxiliary installation main frame; 920. Auxiliary connecting frame; 930. Fifth reinforcing rib; 10. Solder. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0038] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects to be solved by the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0039] In the claims, description and the above-mentioned drawings of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly defined, the use of terms such as "first", "second" or "third" is to distinguish different objects rather than to describe a specific order.

[0040] In the claims, specification and the above-mentioned drawings of the present invention, the terms "up" and "down" are the same as the up and down directions of the vehicle body, the terms "front" and "rear" are the same as the front and rear directions of the vehicle body, and the terms "left" and "right" are the same as the left and right directions of the vehicle body. The remaining directional words, unless otherwise clearly defined, such as the use of terms such as "center", "lateral", "longitudinal", "horizontal", "vertical", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "high", "low", etc. to indicate directions or positional relationships are based on the directions and positional relationships shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, so they cannot be understood as limiting the specific protection scope of the present invention.

[0041] In the claims, specification and the above drawings of the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly defined, if the terms "fixed connection" or "fixed connection" are used, they should be understood in a broad sense, that is, any connection method without any displacement relationship and relative rotation relationship between the two parties, that is to say, including non-detachable fixed connection, detachable fixed connection, integral connection and fixed connection through other devices or elements.

[0042] In the claims, description and drawings of the present utility model, if the terms "include", "have" and their variations are used, they are intended to mean "including but not limited to".

[0043] In the claims, specification, and drawings of this utility model, if the term "fit connection" is used, its implementation methods include but are not limited to fit welding, fitting followed by connection with threaded fasteners, etc. The solder 10 shown in the figure illustrates that the corresponding components in the embodiment of the figure are connected by fit welding.

[0044] In order to solve this problem, this application proposes a dashboard reinforcement beam assembly, please refer to Figure 1 、 Figures 3 to 5The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly provided by the present invention will now be described. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly includes a main beam 1, a center channel bracket 2, a first air conditioner mounting bracket 3, a second air conditioner mounting bracket 4, and a third air conditioner mounting bracket 5. The main beam 1 extends in the left-right direction, and the center channel bracket 2 is connected to the main beam 1. The main beam 1 is connected to a plurality of first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 are evenly connected to the upper portion of the first side portion 6 of the air conditioner. The main beam 1 is connected to a plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets 4 at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets 4 are all arranged corresponding to the center channel bracket 2. The plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets 4 are evenly connected to the upper portion of the second side portion 7 of the air conditioner. The lower portion of the center channel bracket 2 is connected to a plurality of third air conditioner mounting brackets 5 at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of third air conditioner mounting brackets 5 are evenly connected to the lower portion of the second side portion 7 of the air conditioner. The first side portion 6 and the second side portion 7 of the air conditioner are distributed in the left-right direction.

[0045] In this embodiment, the central channel support 2 includes two side supports 210 and a connecting support connected between the two side supports 210. The upper portions of the two side supports 210 extend away from each other, forming an acute angle with the main beam 1. The upper ends of the side supports 210 are connected to the main beam 1. The lower portions of the side supports 210 extend forward at an angle to form a corner in the middle of the side supports 210.

[0046] It should be noted that the number of first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 can be two, three, or even more, as long as they are evenly distributed on the upper portion of the first side portion 6 and can effectively connect to the first side portion 6. This is not a specific limitation. In addition, the air conditioner is located in front of the middle channel bracket 2 and the main beam 1; Figure 1 The dotted box in the figure shows the approximate distribution area of the first side portion 6 and the second side portion 7 relative to the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly, and does not represent the actual structure of the air conditioner.

[0047] Most of the existing air conditioners are divided into two left and right sides, so that the air conditioner forms a long module extending left and right. The installation positions of the air conditioner and the instrument panel reinforcement beam are mainly concentrated on the upper sides of the two sides of the air conditioner, and the installation positions on the upper part of the air conditioner are unevenly distributed relative to the air conditioner as a whole, which makes the installation force on the upper part of the air conditioner uneven, resulting in uneven force on the air conditioner after installation, and ultimately affecting its assembly stability; in addition, since the existing air conditioner installation mainly sets the installation position on the upper part of the air conditioner, the lower part of the air conditioner lacks a support point. Under the action of the air conditioner's own gravity, the upper installation position is at risk of deformation and loosening due to excessive force. After long-term use, the air conditioner is prone to loosening, abnormal noise, and other problems.

[0048] Compared to the prior art, the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly provided in this embodiment comprises multiple first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 disposed on the main beam 1 for uniform connection with the upper portion of the first side portion 6 of the air conditioner. These brackets form mounting locations that are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction on the upper portion of the first side portion 6, ensuring uniform installation force on the upper portion of the first side portion 6. Multiple second air conditioner mounting brackets 4 disposed on the main beam 1 for uniform connection with the upper portion of the second side portion 7 of the air conditioner. These brackets form mounting locations that are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction on the upper portion of the second side portion 7, ensuring uniform installation force on the upper portion of the second side portion 7. Multiple third air conditioner mounting brackets 5 disposed on the lower portion of the central channel bracket 2 for uniform connection with the lower portion of the second side portion 7 of the air conditioner, ensuring uniform installation force on the lower portion of the second side portion 7. Furthermore, since the second air conditioner mounting brackets 4 correspond to the central channel bracket 2, the vertical distribution areas of the second air conditioner mounting brackets 4 and the third air conditioner mounting brackets 5 also correspond downwardly to each other, ensuring uniform connection force on the entire second side portion 7.

[0049] Generally speaking, the installation positions of the first side portion 6 are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction, and the installation positions of the second side portion 7 are relatively evenly distributed in the left-right direction. The forces on the first side portion 6 and the second side portion 7 are relatively evenly distributed. The assembly of the air conditioner fully utilizes the space of the main beam 1 and the middle channel bracket 2. Even when the number of installation positions is small, it can ensure that the overall installation force of the air conditioner is evenly distributed and the assembly stability is good. At the same time, the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 forms a support at the lower part of the heavier second side portion 7, so that the upper and lower parts of the air conditioner have installation positions, avoiding the problem that the upper installation position is easily deformed due to excessive force, and avoiding the problem of deformation or shaking of the air conditioner after assembly or failure of the installation position connection after long-term use.

[0050] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 and Figure 5The first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 are symmetrically distributed in two groups in the left-right direction. These first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 can be configured as identical components, mounted at different locations on the main beam 1, and connected to the left and right sides of the upper portion of the first side portion 6 of the air conditioner. This reduces the number of first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 while ensuring connection reliability, thereby lowering operating costs. Furthermore, a single model of first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 can be produced to meet assembly requirements, eliminating the need to manufacture first air conditioner mounting brackets 3 with different designs. This reduces design and production complexity and meets universal production requirements. Based on this, the first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 includes a first bracket body 310 and a second bracket body 320. The first bracket body 310 is connected to the main beam 1 and extends forward. The second bracket body 320 is connected to the front of the first bracket body 310 and extends downward. The second bracket body 320 is provided with an air conditioner mounting hole 8. The forward extension of the first bracket body 310 propels the second bracket body 320 forward. The air conditioner mounting hole 8 on the second bracket body 320 is positioned relatively forward, meeting air conditioner installation requirements and avoiding interference with the main beam 1.

[0051] It should be noted that the first bracket body 310 extends forward, which means that the extension direction of the first bracket body 310 can be parallel to the front-to-back direction, or can be arranged at an angle to the front-to-back direction, as long as there is a tendency to extend forward; similarly, the second bracket body 320 extends downward, which means that the extension direction of the second bracket body 320 can be parallel to the up-down direction, or can be arranged at an angle to the up-down direction, as long as there is a tendency to extend downward, and the through direction of the air conditioner mounting hole 8 is the thickness direction of the second bracket body 320. This embodiment exemplarily shows that the extension direction of the first bracket body 310 is inclined forward and downward, and the extension direction of the second bracket body 320 is parallel to the up-down direction.

[0052] More specifically, the first bracket body 310 and the second bracket body 320 are both plate-shaped components, which can be formed by integral bending, which not only meets the assembly requirements, but also makes the first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 smaller in size and lighter in weight.

[0053] Based on the above embodiments, see Figure 7 and Figure 8The first bracket body 310 is provided with a first reinforcing rib 311, and the intersection area of the first bracket body 310 and the second bracket body 320 is provided with a second reinforcing rib 330. A first weight-reducing hole 312 is also provided in the middle of the first reinforcing rib 311. By providing the first reinforcing rib 311 to reinforce the first bracket body 310, and the second reinforcing rib 330 to reinforce the intersection area of the first bracket body 310 and the second bracket body 320, the overall structural strength of the first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 is ensured, and the first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 can be configured as a plate-shaped component. On the basis of high structural strength, the weight-reducing hole is provided to meet the lightweight configuration requirements. At the same time, the size of the second bracket body 320 can be set smaller, and only the air conditioner mounting hole 8 needs to be provided on the second bracket body 320, meeting the design requirements of miniaturization.

[0054] Based on the above embodiments, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 The first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 also includes a first reinforcing flange 340, which is continuously arranged on the sides of the first bracket body 310 and the second bracket body 320; the first reinforcing flange 340 and the front end of the first bracket body 310 are respectively connected to the main pipe beam 1. Among them, the first reinforcing flange 340 is respectively arranged on the left and right sides of the first bracket body 310 and the second bracket body 320. By providing the first reinforcing flange 340, the first bracket body 310 and the second bracket body 320 are reinforced and their bending and torsional resistance are enhanced. At the same time, the connection area between the first air conditioner mounting bracket 3 and the main pipe beam 1 is increased, and the bonding strength between the two is enhanced. In specific implementation, the first reinforcing flange 340 and the main pipe beam 1, and the first bracket body 310 and the main pipe beam 1 are connected by welding, which further reduces the size of the first reinforcing flange 340 and the first bracket body 310, and better meets the compact design requirements.

[0055] In some more specific embodiments, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 The first bracket body 310 is also provided with a second lightening hole 313, located between the first reinforcing rib 311 and the second reinforcing rib 330. By rationally setting the length of the first bracket body 310, the air conditioner installation requirements are met while also fully utilizing the space to increase the number of lightening holes, achieving a lightweight design. Furthermore, the first reinforcing rib 311 is closer to the connection between the first bracket body 310 and the main beam 1, an area more susceptible to deformation. Therefore, the placement of the first reinforcing rib 311 is more rational, achieving the optimal reinforcement effect. It should be understood that a reinforcing rib structure can also be formed around the second lightening hole 313, and this is not intended to be the sole limitation.

[0056] In some embodiments, see Figure 1 、 Figures 3 to 8 The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly also includes a plurality of auxiliary mounting brackets 9, each of which is respectively connected to a different first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3, and the auxiliary mounting bracket 9 is provided with an auxiliary fixing hole 901 that can be connected to the auxiliary function module. Among them, the implementation methods of the auxiliary function module include but are not limited to modules such as the glove box, which is a functional module that is different from the air-conditioning but is also integrated on the instrument panel. The other embodiments are not listed here one by one. The auxiliary mounting bracket 9 of this embodiment is integrated on the first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3, so that the position where the first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3 is located has the function of connecting with the auxiliary function module, making full use of the space of the first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3, so that as many integrated function modules as possible are placed on the main beam 1, without having to directly set too many installation areas on the main beam 1, the installation integration is higher, and the structural design difficulty of the main beam 1 is lower.

[0057] It should be noted that the number of auxiliary mounting brackets 9 is not more than the number of first mounting brackets. This is related to the assembly form of the auxiliary function module. Each auxiliary mounting bracket 9 can be installed on one of the first air-conditioning mounting brackets 3. If two first mounting brackets are symmetrically provided, then in order to meet the universal design requirements, two auxiliary mounting brackets 9 are also symmetrically provided in the left and right directions. The auxiliary mounting brackets 9 are provided on the opposite side of the first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3 (such as Figure 1 and Figure 5 As shown), or the auxiliary mounting bracket 9 is provided on the opposite side of the corresponding first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3 (not shown in the figure).

[0058] In some specific embodiments of the auxiliary mounting bracket 9, see Figure 7 and Figure 8 The auxiliary mounting bracket 9 includes an auxiliary mounting main frame 910 and an auxiliary connecting frame 920. The auxiliary mounting main frame 910 is provided with an auxiliary fixing hole 901. The auxiliary connecting frame 920 is set at an angle to the auxiliary mounting main frame 910 and is fitted and connected to the side of the first air-conditioning mounting bracket 3 (specifically, the first reinforcing flange 340 on the corresponding side). The auxiliary mounting main frame 910 is cantilevered.

[0059] More specifically, an auxiliary positioning hole 902 is also provided on the auxiliary mounting main frame 910, and an auxiliary positioning column and an auxiliary fastening hole are provided on the auxiliary function module. The auxiliary positioning column is plugged into the auxiliary positioning hole 902 to realize the pre-positioning of the auxiliary function module and the two sets of auxiliary mounting brackets 9. After the pre-positioning is completed, the auxiliary positioning hole 902 corresponds to the auxiliary fixing hole 901, and then the auxiliary function module and the auxiliary mounting bracket 9 are locked by fasteners (such as threaded fasteners) passing through the auxiliary positioning hole and the auxiliary fixing hole 901. In the specific arrangement, the auxiliary positioning hole 902 and the auxiliary fixing hole 901 are distributed in the left and right directions, and the auxiliary positioning hole 902 is located on the side of the auxiliary fixing hole 901 away from the auxiliary connecting frame 920. In this way, the auxiliary positioning hole 902 can be opened larger due to the higher structural strength of the intersection area of the auxiliary installation main frame 910 and the auxiliary connecting frame 920. On the one hand, it is convenient to achieve better pre-positioning with the large-sized auxiliary positioning column. On the other hand, it can also play a role in weight reduction. In addition, setting the auxiliary fixing hole 901 at a position close to the free end of the auxiliary installation main frame 910 also provides a larger operating space for the operation of the fasteners, thereby improving the convenience of installation.

[0060] More specifically, a fifth reinforcing rib 930 is further provided at the intersection area of the auxiliary mounting main frame 910 and the auxiliary connecting frame 920 to enhance the structural strength of the area and prevent deformation and cracking between the auxiliary mounting main frame 910 and the auxiliary connecting frame 920 .

[0061] In some embodiments, see Figures 1 to 5 The middle channel bracket 2 has two side brackets 210 arranged opposite to each other, and the second air conditioning mounting bracket 4 is provided with two, one end of which is connected to the main beam 1, and the other end is connected to the side bracket 210 on the corresponding side. The main beam 1, the second air conditioning mounting bracket 4 and the side bracket 210 enclose a triangular reinforcement structure (such as Figure 2 (As shown in the dotted box of the middle triangle). The second air conditioner mounting bracket 4 is connected not only to the main beam 1 but also to the middle channel bracket 2. This provides a higher bonding strength between the second air conditioner mounting bracket 4 and the surrounding components. Furthermore, the triangular reinforced structure provides extremely high structural stability, which increases the structural strength of the area where the second air conditioner mounting bracket 4 is located. This can better bear the weight after the second side portion 7 is installed, preventing the second air conditioner mounting bracket 4 from falling off.

[0062] In some specific embodiments of the second air conditioner mounting bracket 4, see Figure 9 and Figure 10The second air conditioner mounting bracket 4 includes a third bracket body 410 and a fourth bracket body 420. The top of the third bracket body 410 is attached to the main beam 1 and extends downward. The third bracket body 410 is provided with an air conditioner mounting hole 8. The fourth bracket body 420 is connected to one side of the third bracket body 410. The other end of the fourth bracket body 420 is attached to the corresponding side bracket 210. After installation, the third and fourth bracket bodies 410, 420, the main beam 1, and the corresponding side bracket 210 enclose a triangular reinforcement structure.

[0063] In some specific embodiments, the sides of the third bracket body 410 are provided with second reinforcing flanges 430. The lower portion of the second reinforcing flanges 430 adjacent to the side bracket 210 extends to form the fourth bracket body 420. The third bracket body 410 and the second reinforcing flanges 430 on either side thereof are respectively bonded to the main beam 1, resulting in a larger connection area and higher bonding strength.

[0064] Furthermore, to further meet lightweight design requirements, a third lightening hole 411 is provided on the third bracket body 410. More specifically, the third lightening hole 411 is located between the air conditioner mounting hole 8 and the main beam 1. While ensuring overall structural strength, this hole can be opened with a larger area, providing greater clearance for operating the fasteners in the air conditioner mounting hole 8.

[0065] Based on the situation that the middle channel bracket 2 has two left and right side brackets 210, the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 is provided with two groups, and the two groups of third air conditioner mounting brackets 5 are respectively connected to different side brackets 210. In some embodiments of the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5, see Figure 6 、 Figures 11 to 13 The third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 includes a fifth bracket body 510 and a sixth bracket body 520. The fifth bracket body 510 is connected to the corresponding side bracket 210 and extends forward. The sixth bracket body 520 is connected to the front of the fifth bracket body 510 and extends laterally. The sixth bracket body 520 is provided with an air conditioner mounting hole 8. A third reinforcing rib 530 is provided at the intersection of the fifth and sixth bracket bodies 510 and 520. The rearward extension of the fifth bracket body 510 moves the sixth mounting bracket further forward, pushing the corresponding air conditioner mounting hole 8 forward and preventing interference between the air conditioner and the center channel bracket 2. Furthermore, the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 is L-shaped overall, providing greater structural strength. To enhance the structural strength of the bend of the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5, a third reinforcing rib 530 is provided at the intersection of the fifth and sixth bracket bodies 510 and 520.

[0066] Based on the above embodiments, see Figure 6 、 Figures 11 to 13, the fifth bracket body 510 is further provided with a fourth reinforcing rib 511, which is used to reinforce the fifth bracket body 510 and further improve the structural strength of the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5. Specifically, the fourth reinforcing rib 511 can extend to the intersection of the fifth bracket body 510 and the sixth bracket body 520, and connect with the third reinforcing rib 530 (such as Figure 6 As shown), it can also be set independently of the third reinforcing rib 530 (as shown Figure 11 and Figure 12 shown).

[0067] See also Figures 11 to 13 In order to meet different installation requirements, in some specific embodiments, the cross-section of the side bracket 210 is U-shaped, and the open side is the opposite side of the side bracket 210. Based on this setting method of the side bracket 210, the fifth bracket body 510 includes a first frame segment 512 and a second frame segment 513 set at an angle, and the side edge of the first frame segment 512 is fitted and connected to the opposite side of the one side arm of the side bracket 210, and the second frame segment 513 is fitted and connected to the free edge of the other side arm of the side bracket 210. The fifth bracket body 510 is in a bent state as a whole and has higher structural strength. The first frame segment 512 and the second frame segment 513 are connected to the side bracket 210 in different ways, which is conducive to bearing forces in different directions and can better improve the bonding strength between the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 and the side bracket 210. Among them, Figure 6 The solder 10 in the figure is the soldering location.

[0068] In some specific embodiments, see Figures 11 to 13 A fourth reinforcing rib 511 is provided on the first frame section 512, and a mounting hole 514 is provided on the fourth reinforcing rib 511. This mounting hole 514 can be plugged into a positioning post on the air conditioner to assist in positioning, further facilitating alignment of the air conditioner mounting hole 8 with the air conditioner itself. Furthermore, a fourth lightening hole 515 is provided on the second frame section 513 to facilitate a lightweight design. Furthermore, the fourth lightening hole 515 is positioned between the side bracket 210 and the sixth bracket body 520 to avoid compromising the structural strength of the first frame section 512.

[0069] In some embodiments, see Figure 6 、 Figures 11 to 13 The third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 also includes a third reinforcing flange 540, which is continuously arranged on the side of the fifth bracket body 510 and the sixth bracket body 520 to form a continuous reinforcing support on the side of the fifth bracket body 510 and the sixth bracket body 520, thereby improving the overall structural strength of the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5.

[0070] Based on the above embodiments, see Figure 12The edge of the first frame section 512 forms a bracket connecting edge 516 that is fitted and connected to the opposite side of the side arm of the side bracket 210. The bracket connecting edge 516 protrudes from the third reinforcing flange 540 to provide sufficient operation and connection space for welding.

[0071] It should be noted that, in the middle channel bracket 2, the side brackets 210 on both sides are brackets with U-shaped cross sections (not shown in the figure); or, the side bracket 210 on one side is U-shaped in cross section, and the side bracket 210 on the other side is a tubular bracket (such as Figure 3 As shown, in this case, the corresponding third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 does not need to form the first frame section 512 and the second frame section 513. The end of the fifth bracket body 510 is in close contact with the side bracket 210. More specifically, based on the provision of the third reinforcing flange 540, the end of the third reinforcing flange 540 is also in close contact with the side bracket 210, thereby maximizing the area of the connection between the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 and the side bracket 210 and improving the connection strength between the two.

[0072] Based on the same inventive concept, an embodiment of the present application also provides a vehicle, including the above-mentioned instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly.

[0073] Compared with the prior art, the vehicle provided by this embodiment adopts the above-mentioned dashboard reinforcement beam assembly, so that the assembly of the air conditioner fully utilizes the space of the main beam 1 and the middle channel bracket 2. Even when the number of installation positions is small, it can ensure that the overall installation of the air conditioner is uniformly stressed and the assembly stability is good. At the same time, the third air conditioner mounting bracket 5 forms a support at the lower part of the second side portion 7 with greater weight, so that the upper and lower parts of the air conditioner both have installation positions, avoiding the problem that the upper mounting position is easily deformed due to excessive force, and avoiding the problem of the air conditioner being deformed or shaking after assembly or the failure of the mounting position connection after long-term use. It plays a role in promoting the improvement of the NVH performance of the entire vehicle, reducing the maintenance cost of the air conditioner, and helping to improve the quality of use of the entire vehicle.

[0074] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent replacements and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly, characterized in that: include: Main beam (1), middle channel bracket (2), first air-conditioning mounting bracket (3), second air-conditioning mounting bracket (4) and third air-conditioning mounting bracket (5); The middle channel bracket (2) is connected to the main pipe beam (1), and the main pipe beam (1) is connected to a plurality of the first air conditioner mounting brackets (3) at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of the first air conditioner mounting brackets (3) are evenly connected to the upper portion of the first side portion (6) of the air conditioner; The main beam (1) is connected to a plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets (4) at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets (4) are all arranged corresponding to the middle channel bracket (2), and the plurality of second air conditioner mounting brackets (4) are evenly connected to the upper portion of the second side portion (7) of the air conditioner; The lower portion of the middle channel bracket (2) is connected to a plurality of third air conditioner mounting brackets (5) at intervals along the left-right direction, and the plurality of third air conditioner mounting brackets (5) are evenly connected to the lower portion of the second side portion (7) of the air conditioner.

2. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first air-conditioning mounting bracket (3) has two groups symmetrically distributed in the left-right direction; the first air-conditioning mounting bracket (3) comprises a first bracket body (310) and a second bracket body (320), the first bracket body (310) being connected to the main pipe beam (1) and extending forward, the second bracket body (320) being connected to the front of the first bracket body (310) and extending downward, and the second bracket body (320) being provided with an air-conditioning mounting hole (8).

3. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first reinforcing rib (311) is provided on the first bracket body (310), a second reinforcing rib (330) is provided at the intersection of the first bracket body (310) and the second bracket body (320), and a first weight-reducing hole (312) is further provided in the middle of the first reinforcing rib (311).

4. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 2, wherein: The first air-conditioning mounting bracket (3) further comprises a first reinforcing flange (340), the first reinforcing flange (340) being continuously arranged on the side surfaces of the first bracket body (310) and the second bracket body (320); the front ends of the first reinforcing flange (340) and the first bracket body (310) are respectively fitted and connected to the main pipe beam (1).

5. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly further comprises a plurality of auxiliary mounting brackets (9), each auxiliary mounting bracket (9) being connected to a different first air-conditioning mounting bracket (3), and the auxiliary mounting bracket (9) being provided with an auxiliary fixing hole (901) capable of being connected to an auxiliary function module.

6. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The middle channel bracket (2) has two side brackets (210) arranged opposite to each other, and two second air-conditioning installation brackets (4) are provided, one end of which is connected to the main pipe beam (1) and the other end is connected to the side bracket (210) on the corresponding side, and the main pipe beam (1), the second air-conditioning installation bracket (4) and the side bracket (210) together form a triangular reinforcement structure.

7. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 6, wherein: The third air conditioner mounting bracket (5) includes a fifth bracket body (510) and a sixth bracket body (520), wherein the fifth bracket body (510) is connected to the side bracket (210) on the corresponding side and extends forward, and the sixth bracket body (520) is connected to the front of the fifth bracket body (510) and extends laterally, and the sixth bracket body (520) is provided with an air conditioner mounting hole (8), and a third reinforcing rib (530) is provided at the intersection area of the fifth bracket body (510) and the sixth bracket body (520).

8. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 7, wherein: The fifth bracket body (510) is further provided with a fourth reinforcing rib (511).

9. The instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to claim 7, wherein: The cross section of the side bracket (210) is U-shaped, and the open side is the opposite side of the side bracket (210); the fifth bracket body (510) includes a first frame segment (512) and a second frame segment (513) arranged at an angle, the side edge of the first frame segment (512) is fitted and connected to the opposite side of one side arm of the side bracket (210), and the second frame segment (513) is fitted and connected to the free edge of the other side arm of the side bracket (210).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: The invention comprises the instrument panel reinforcement beam assembly according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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