Mounting structure for D-column decorative plate and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of vehicle parts, in particular to an installation structure for a D-column decorative plate and a vehicle, the installation structure for the D-column decorative plate comprises an installation support which is fixed on the side face of a D-column metal plate of the vehicle in the first direction, and the installation support is provided with a clamping part; the first inner decoration plate is arranged on the side portion, in the first direction, of the D column metal plate, and a matching portion capable of being connected with the clamping portion in a clamped mode is arranged on the first inner decoration plate; the second inner decoration plate is arranged on the side portion, in the second direction, of the D column metal plate, a buckle is arranged on the second inner decoration plate, and a clamping hole capable of being matched with the buckle is formed in the side face, in the second direction, of the D column metal plate; the inner side surface of the outer decorative plate is connected with the first inner decorative plate and the second inner decorative plate. According to the mounting structure for the D-column decorative plate and the vehicle, the problem how to enable the D-column decorative plate to meet the positioning requirements in the length direction and the width direction of the vehicle body at the same time can be solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of vehicle components, and in particular to a mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative panel and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] Currently, many SUV models on the market generally use plastic decorative panels at the D-pillar position to enhance the appearance and optimize aerodynamic performance, thereby reducing the drag coefficient.

[0003] Because the D-pillar trim panel covers the corner of the D-pillar sheet metal side panel and the tailgate, its location forms an L-shaped structure. This unique spatial layout requires the D-pillar trim panel to be positioned both lengthwise and widthwise, which undoubtedly increases the design complexity. Existing D-pillar trim panel mounting structures on the market generally suffer from quality and assembly defects. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the purpose of the present application is to provide a mounting structure and vehicle for a D-pillar decorative panel, so as to solve the problem of how to make the D-pillar decorative panel meet the positioning requirements in both the length direction and the width direction of the vehicle body.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present utility model, a mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative panel is provided, wherein the mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative panel includes: a mounting bracket, fixed to the side surface of the D-pillar sheet metal of the vehicle in a first direction, and a clamping portion is provided on the mounting bracket; a first inner decorative panel, arranged on the side portion of the D-pillar sheet metal in the first direction, and a mating portion capable of being clamped with the clamping portion is provided on the first inner decorative panel; a second inner decorative panel is arranged on the side portion of the D-pillar sheet metal in a second direction, and a clip is provided on the second inner decorative panel, and a clip hole capable of being fitted with the clip is provided on the side portion of the D-pillar sheet metal in the second direction; and an outer decorative panel, the inner side surface of the outer decorative panel being connected to the first inner decorative panel and the second inner decorative panel.

[0006] Preferably, there are multiple clamping parts, which are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the mounting bracket, and the number of the matching parts is equal to the number of the clamping parts, and the matching parts are arranged in corresponding positions to the clamping parts.

[0007] Preferably, the clamping portion is provided with a slot in the second direction, and a first hook portion is provided inside the slot, and the matching portion is formed with a second hook portion, which can pass through the slot along the second direction and clamp with the first hook portion.

[0008] Preferably, the mounting bracket is provided with a plurality of face difference adjustment ribs, the face difference adjustment ribs protrude from the plate surface of the mounting bracket along the first direction, the plurality of face difference adjustment ribs are correspondingly arranged on the sides of the plurality of clamping parts in the second direction, and the face difference adjustment ribs extend along the second direction.

[0009] Preferably, a mounting hole is provided at the upper end of the mounting bracket, the top end of the mounting bracket is connected to the side surface of the D-pillar sheet metal in the first direction through a threaded connector, and a bottom adjustment rib is provided at the bottom end of the mounting bracket.

[0010] Preferably, a plurality of waterproof nut seats are provided on the mounting bracket, the waterproof nut seat is arranged between two adjacent clamping parts, the waterproof nut seat is installed on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal in the first direction, and self-tapping screws are installed on the waterproof nut seat.

[0011] Preferably, the mounting bracket is arranged along the extension direction of the D-pillar of the vehicle, and the mounting bracket is divided into multiple sections in the length direction.

[0012] Preferably, a positioning pin is provided on the second inner decorative panel, and a positioning hole is provided on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal in the second direction. When the positioning pin is inserted into the positioning hole, the multiple clamping parts can be clamped with the multiple matching parts in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0013] Preferably, a first adhesive portion is provided on the side of the first inner decorative panel facing the outer decorative panel, the cross section of the second inner decorative panel is in an X-shape, and a second adhesive portion is provided on the panel surface of the second inner decorative panel in contact with the outer decorative panel.

[0014] According to a second aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, wherein the vehicle includes the mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative panel as described above.

[0015] The mounting structure and vehicle for the D-pillar decorative panel of the embodiment of the present invention include an outer decorative panel and a first inner decorative panel and a second inner decorative panel mounted on the inner side of the outer decorative panel. The first inner decorative panel can be fixed to the side of the D-pillar sheet metal in the first direction via a mounting bracket. The second inner decorative panel is fixed to the side of the D-pillar sheet metal in the second direction via a clip. This allows the D-pillar decorative panel to be fixed in both directions, thereby simultaneously meeting the positioning requirements of the D-pillar decorative panel in both the length and width directions of the vehicle body. This effectively solves the problem of how to make the D-pillar decorative panel meet the positioning requirements in both the length and width directions of the vehicle body.

[0016] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present application more obvious and easy to understand, preferred embodiments are given below and described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the installation structure for the D-pillar decorative plate according to the present utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 It is another schematic diagram of the installation structure for the D-pillar decorative plate according to the utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of a D-pillar decorative panel according to the mounting structure of the D-pillar decorative panel of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of a mounting bracket of the mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative panel according to the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 It is a cross-sectional view of the mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative panel according to the present invention.

[0023] Figure markings: 1-mounting bracket; 10-clamping part; 11-face difference adjustment rib; 12-mounting hole; 13-bottom adjustment rib; 14-waterproof nut seat; 15-self-tapping screw; 2-first inner decorative panel; 20-matching part; 21-first adhesive part; 3-second inner decorative panel; 31-locating pin; 32-clip; 4-outer decorative panel; 5-D-pillar; 50-D-pillar sheet metal. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following detailed description is provided to help the reader gain a comprehensive understanding of the methods, devices, and / or systems described herein. However, various changes, modifications, and equivalents of the methods, devices, and / or systems described herein will be apparent upon understanding the disclosure of this application. For example, the order of operations described herein is merely illustrative and is not limited to the order set forth herein. Rather, except for operations that must occur in a particular order, changes may be made that will be apparent upon understanding the disclosure of this application. Furthermore, descriptions of features known in the art may be omitted for clarity and brevity.

[0025] The features described herein may be implemented in different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the examples described herein. Rather, the examples described herein have been provided merely to illustrate some of the many possible ways to implement the methods, devices, and / or systems described herein that will be apparent upon understanding the disclosure of this application.

[0026] Throughout the specification, when an element (such as a layer, region, or substrate) is described as being “on,” “connected to,” “coupled to,” “over,” or “overlaying” another element, it may be directly “on,” “connected to,” “coupled to,” “over,” or “overlaying” another element, or one or more other elements may be present between them. In contrast, when an element is described as being “directly on,” “directly connected to,” “directly coupled to,” “directly over,” or “directly covering” another element, there may be no other elements intervening therebetween.

[0027] As used herein, the term "and / or" includes any one of the associated listed items and any combination of any two or more items.

[0028] Although terms such as "first," "second," and "third" may be used herein to describe various members, components, regions, layers, or portions, these members, components, regions, layers, or portions are not limited by these terms. Rather, these terms are used only to distinguish one member, component, region, layer, or portion from another member, component, region, layer, or portion. Thus, a first member, component, region, layer, or portion in the examples described herein may also be referred to as a second member, component, region, layer, or portion without departing from the teachings of the examples.

[0029] For ease of description, spatial relational terms such as "above," "upper," "below," and "lower" may be used herein to describe the relationship of one element to another element as shown in the accompanying drawings. Such spatial relational terms are intended to encompass different orientations of the device in use or operation in addition to the orientations depicted in the accompanying drawings. For example, if the device in the accompanying drawings is turned over, an element described as being "above" or "upper" relative to another element would subsequently be "below" or "lower" relative to the other element. Thus, the term "above" includes both the orientations "above" and "below," depending on the spatial orientation of the device. The device may also be positioned in other ways (e.g., rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relational terms used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0030] The terms used herein are intended to describe various examples only and are not intended to limit the examples. Unless the context clearly indicates otherwise, the singular form is intended to include the plural form. The terms "include," "comprising," and "having" list the presence of stated features, quantities, operations, components, elements, and / or combinations thereof, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, quantities, operations, components, elements, and / or combinations thereof.

[0031] Due to manufacturing techniques and / or tolerances, variations in the shapes shown in the drawings may occur. Therefore, the examples described herein are not limited to the specific shapes shown in the drawings but include changes in shapes that occur during manufacturing.

[0032] The features of the examples described herein can be combined in various ways that will be apparent after understanding the disclosure of the present application. In addition, although the examples described herein have various configurations, other configurations are possible as will be apparent after understanding the disclosure of the present application.

[0033] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, according to a first aspect of the present invention, a mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative panel is provided. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative panel includes a mounting bracket 1 , a first inner decorative panel 2 , and a second inner decorative panel 3 .

[0034] In the following description, reference will be made to Figures 1 to 5 The specific structure of the above components of the mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative panel and the connection relationship of the above components are specifically described.

[0035] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in the embodiment, the D-pillar decorative panel may include an outer decorative panel 4, a first inner decorative panel 2, and a second inner decorative panel 3. The first inner decorative panel 2 and the second inner decorative panel 3 may be mounted on the inner side of the outer decorative panel 4. The mounting bracket 1 may be fixed to the D-pillar sheet metal 50 of the vehicle in a first direction (which may be as shown in FIG. Figure 5 The side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the lower direction as shown in the figure is provided with a clamping portion 10 on the mounting bracket 1. The first inner decorative panel 2 can be provided on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the first direction, and a matching portion 20 capable of being clamped with the clamping portion 10 is provided on the first inner decorative panel 2, so that the first inner decorative panel 2 can be fixed to the side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the first direction through the mounting bracket 1, that is, the positioning of the D-pillar decorative panel in the width direction of the vehicle body is achieved. The second inner decorative panel 3 can be provided on the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the second direction (which can be as shown in the figure). Figure 5The second inner trim panel 3 is provided with a buckle 32 on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the second direction. The side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the second direction can be provided with a latch hole that can cooperate with the buckle 32, so that the second inner trim panel 3 can be fixed to the side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the second direction via the buckle 32, that is, the D-pillar trim panel is positioned in the longitudinal direction of the vehicle body, thereby meeting the positioning requirements of the D-pillar trim panel in two directions.

[0036] Preferably, Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in this embodiment, the mounting bracket 1 can be a strip-shaped bracket and can be arranged along the extension direction of the D-pillar 5. The cross-section of the outer decorative panel 4 can be approximately L-shaped, so that the outer decorative panel 4 can conform to the shape of the corner of the D-pillar 5. The first inner decorative panel 2 and the second inner decorative panel 3 can be respectively installed on the two side surfaces inside the outer decorative panel 4, so that the outer decorative panel 4 can be connected to the side of the vehicle in both directions.

[0037] Preferably, Figures 1 to 5 As shown, in the embodiment, the number of the clamping portions 10 can be multiple, and the multiple clamping portions 10 can be arranged at intervals along the length direction of the mounting bracket 1. Specifically, as shown in the embodiment, the number of the clamping portions 10 can be set to five, of which two clamping portions 10 are respectively arranged at the top and bottom ends of the mounting bracket 1. The number of the matching portions 20 can be equal to the number of the clamping portions 10, and the arrangement positions of the multiple matching portions 20 can correspond to the positions of the multiple clamping portions 10.

[0038] In addition, preferably, Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in the embodiment, the mounting bracket 1 can be divided into multiple sections along its length. Specifically, as shown in the embodiment, the mounting bracket 1 can be divided into two sections along its length. Due to the long overall length of the vehicle's D-pillar 5, if the mounting bracket 1 were made into a continuous strip, it would easily deform, affecting the mounting bracket 1's fit accuracy. Therefore, the mounting bracket 1 can be divided in the middle to reduce the length of each section.

[0039] Preferably, Figure 1 、 Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, in an embodiment, the clamping portion 10 may be provided with a notch (not shown) in the second direction. Specifically, the clamping portion 10 may include two overlapping panels, with a mounting groove formed between the two panels, and the notch of the mounting groove may be arranged toward the second inner decorative panel 3. Furthermore, a first undercut portion (not shown) may be formed inside the notch, and a second undercut portion (not shown) may be formed on the mating portion 20. The second undercut portion may pass through the notch in the second direction (i.e., extend between the two panels) and engage with the first undercut portion, thereby securing the clamping portion 10 and the mating portion 20.

[0040] Preferably, Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, in an embodiment, the mounting bracket 1 may further be provided with a plurality of flush adjustment ribs 11, and the flush adjustment ribs 11 may extend along the second direction and protrude from the plate surface of the mounting bracket 1 along the first direction. Preferably, the plurality of flush adjustment ribs 11 may be correspondingly provided on the side portions of the plurality of clamping portions 10 in the second direction. Specifically, the plurality of flush adjustment ribs 11 may be provided in a plurality of groups, and the flush adjustment ribs 11 in each group may be provided adjacent to each other. A group of flush adjustment ribs 11 may be provided on the side portions of each clamping portion 10 in the second direction, so that when the second inner decorative panel 3 is clamped to the mounting bracket 1, the flush adjustment ribs 11 can lift the second inner decorative panel 3 in the first direction, thereby adjusting the flushness between the D-pillar decorative panel and the windshield of the D-pillar 5, so as to improve the matching effect of the two in appearance.

[0041] Preferably, Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, a mounting hole 12 may be further provided at the upper end of the mounting bracket 1. The top end of the mounting bracket 1 may be connected to the side surface of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the first direction via a threaded connector. Furthermore, a bottom adjustment rib 13 may be provided at the bottom end of the mounting bracket 1. The extension direction of the bottom adjustment rib 13 may be opposite to the extension direction of the flush adjustment rib 11. The bottom adjustment rib 13 is used to adjust the flushness between the D-pillar decorative panel and the windshield of the D-pillar 5.

[0042] Preferably, Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, in an embodiment, a plurality of waterproof nut seats 14 may also be provided on the mounting bracket 1. The waterproof nut seat 14 may be integrally formed with the main body of the mounting bracket 1. Preferably, the waterproof nut seat 14 may be pre-buried inside the D-pillar sheet metal 50, and the waterproof nut seat 14 may be installed on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the first direction. In addition, the waterproof nut seat 14 may be provided between two adjacent clamping portions 10, that is, a waterproof nut seat 14 is provided between each two adjacent clamping portions 10. Self-tapping screws 15 may be installed on the waterproof nut seat 14, thereby fixing the mounting bracket 1 to the D-pillar sheet metal 50. Preferably, the waterproof nut seat 14 may be made of plastic, and the self-tapping screws 15 may be cross pan head self-tapping screws.

[0043] Preferably, Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, in an embodiment, the first inner decorative panel 2 can be a plate-like structure. A first adhesive portion 21 can be provided on the side of the first inner decorative panel 2 facing the outer decorative panel 4, for bonding the first inner decorative panel 2 to the inner side of the outer decorative panel 4. The cross-sectional shape of the second inner decorative panel 3 can be approximately a "J" shape. A second adhesive portion (not shown) can be provided on the plate surface of the second inner decorative panel 3 that contacts the outer decorative panel 4, for bonding the second inner decorative panel 3 to the inner side of the outer decorative panel 4. Preferably, the buckle 32 can be provided at the end of the second inner decorative panel 3 close to the D-pillar sheet metal 50.

[0044] Further, preferably, Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, a locating pin 31 may also be provided on the second inner trim panel 3. Accordingly, a locating hole may be provided on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal 50 in the second direction. This arrangement facilitates the installer's determination of the installation position of the D-pillar trim panel. Specifically, when the operator inserts the locating pin 31 into the locating hole, the multiple engaging portions 10 can engage with the multiple mating portions 20 in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0045] In addition, if Figures 1 to 5 As shown, according to a second aspect of the present invention, a vehicle is provided, which includes the mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative panel as described above.

[0046] During use, the operator can push the D-pillar decorative panel toward the D-pillar 5. Once the positioning pin 31 is inserted into the positioning hole, the mating portion 20 on the D-pillar decorative panel engages with the mounting bracket 1 on the D-pillar 5. Simultaneously, the clip 32 on the D-pillar decorative panel can be inserted into the retaining hole on the D-pillar sheet metal 50, thereby mounting the D-pillar decorative panel on the vehicle's D-pillar 5. This arrangement allows the D-pillar decorative panel to be fixed in both directions, thereby simultaneously meeting the positioning requirements of the D-pillar decorative panel in both the length and width directions of the vehicle body. Furthermore, by adjusting the size of the flushness adjustment rib 11, the flushness between the D-pillar decorative panel and the windshield of the D-pillar 5 can be adjusted, thereby improving the appearance of the D-pillar decorative panel.

[0047] Finally, it should be noted that the above-described embodiments are only specific implementation methods of the present application, which are used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than to limit them. The scope of protection of the present application is not limited thereto. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the above-described embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that any person skilled in the art can modify or easily conceive of changes to the technical solutions described in the above-described embodiments within the technical scope disclosed in the present application, or perform equivalent replacements for some of the technical features thereof. These modifications, changes, or replacements do not deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, and should be included in the scope of protection of the present application. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application shall be subject to the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative panel, provided on a vehicle, characterized in that: The mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative plate includes: A mounting bracket is fixed to a side surface of the D-pillar sheet metal of the vehicle in a first direction, and the mounting bracket is provided with a clamping portion; a first inner decorative panel, disposed on a side portion of the D-pillar sheet metal in a first direction, the first inner decorative panel being provided with a mating portion capable of being engaged with the engaging portion; a second inner decorative panel, provided on a side portion of the D-pillar sheet metal in the second direction, wherein a buckle is provided on the second inner decorative panel, and a hole capable of engaging with the buckle is provided on a side portion of the D-pillar sheet metal in the second direction; and An outer decorative panel, the inner side of which is connected to the first inner decorative panel and the second inner decorative panel.

2. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 1, characterized in that: There are multiple clamping parts, which are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the mounting bracket. The number of the matching parts is equal to the number of the clamping parts, and the matching parts are arranged in corresponding positions to the clamping parts.

3. The mounting structure for the D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 2, characterized in that: The clamping portion has a slot in the second direction, and a first hook portion is provided inside the slot. The matching portion has a second hook portion formed therein. The second hook portion can pass through the slot along the second direction and be clamped with the first hook portion.

4. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 2, characterized in that: The mounting bracket is provided with a plurality of flush adjustment ribs, the flush adjustment ribs protruding from the plate surface of the mounting bracket along the first direction, the plurality of flush adjustment ribs being correspondingly arranged on the sides of the plurality of clamping parts in the second direction, and the flush adjustment ribs extending along the second direction.

5. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 4, characterized in that: A mounting hole is provided at the upper end of the mounting bracket, the top end of the mounting bracket is connected to the side surface of the D-pillar sheet metal in the first direction through a threaded connector, and a bottom adjustment rib is provided at the bottom end of the mounting bracket.

6. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 2, characterized in that: A plurality of waterproof nut seats are provided on the mounting bracket, and the waterproof nut seats are provided between two adjacent clamping parts. The waterproof nut seats are installed on the side surfaces of the D-pillar sheet metal in the first direction, and self-tapping screws are installed on the waterproof nut seats.

7. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative panel according to any one of claims 2 to 6, characterized in that: The mounting bracket is arranged along the extending direction of the D-pillar of the vehicle, and the mounting bracket is divided into multiple sections in the length direction.

8. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 2, characterized in that: A positioning pin is provided on the second inner decorative panel, and a positioning hole is provided on the side of the D-pillar sheet metal in the second direction. When the positioning pin is inserted into the positioning hole, the multiple clamping parts can be clamped with the multiple matching parts in a one-to-one correspondence.

9. The mounting structure for a D-pillar decorative plate according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the first inner decorative panel facing the outer decorative panel is provided with a first adhesive portion. The cross section of the second inner decorative panel is in an X shape. The panel surface of the second inner decorative panel contacting the outer decorative panel is provided with a second adhesive portion.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: The vehicle includes the mounting structure for a D-pillar trim panel according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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