Automobile thermal management system and automobile

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile thermal management systems, in particular to an automobile thermal management system and an automobile. The automobile thermal management system comprises an HVAC module, a liquid storage tank, a condenser, a waste heat recoverer, a sheet metal part, a first fixing assembly, a second fixing assembly and a third fixing assembly. Wherein the sheet metal part is fixed on the HVAC module, and a first mounting position, a second mounting position and a third mounting position are arranged on the sheet metal part. The liquid storage tank is detachably installed on the first installation position through a first fixing assembly, the condenser is detachably installed on the second installation position through a second fixing assembly, and the waste heat recovery device is detachably installed on the third installation position through a third fixing assembly. The integration level of the automobile heat management system is improved, the liquid storage tank, the condenser and the waste heat recoverer do not need to be fixed to the whole automobile, and the space utilization rate of the whole automobile is improved. And through the arrangement of sheet metal parts, the assembling difficulty of the liquid storage tank, the condenser and the waste heat recoverer can be reduced, assembling is convenient, and the working efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile thermal management systems, in particular to an automobile thermal management system and an automobile. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of thermal management technology for new energy vehicles, vehicle space utilization has become a pressing issue for industry professionals. Existing technologies typically attach the fluid storage tank, condenser, and waste heat recovery unit (WHR) directly to the vehicle. This reduces vehicle space utilization, lowers the integration level of the thermal management system, increases assembly complexity, reduces efficiency, and increases costs.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need to design an automobile thermal management system and an automobile to solve the above technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0004] The first purpose of the utility model is to provide an automobile thermal management system with a high degree of integration, which can improve the space utilization rate of the entire vehicle, facilitate assembly, and improve work efficiency.

[0005] To achieve this purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0006] The utility model provides an automobile thermal management system, comprising:

[0007] HVAC modules, fluid storage tanks, condensers, and waste heat recovery units;

[0008] a sheet metal part, the sheet metal part being fixed to the HVAC module and having a first mounting position, a second mounting position, and a third mounting position;

[0009] a first fixing assembly, wherein the liquid storage tank is detachably mounted at the first mounting position via the first fixing assembly;

[0010] a second fixing assembly, wherein the condenser is detachably mounted at the second mounting position via the second fixing assembly;

[0011] A third fixing component, through which the waste heat recovery device is detachably mounted on the third mounting position.

[0012] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, the first fixing assembly includes a first fixing part, a second fixing part, a first connecting member and a second connecting member. The first fixing part is installed at the first mounting position through the first connecting member. The first fixing part and the second fixing part are connected through the second connecting member, and the first fixing part and the second fixing part are jointly enclosed to form an accommodating space, and the liquid storage tank is arranged in the accommodating space.

[0013] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, a first locking portion is provided on the first fixing portion, a second locking portion is provided on the second fixing portion, and the second connecting member is passed between the first locking portion and the second locking portion so that the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion clamp the liquid storage tank.

[0014] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, weight-reducing holes are provided on both the first fixing portion and the second fixing portion.

[0015] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, the height of the first fixing portion and the height of the second fixing portion are both no greater than the height of the liquid storage tank.

[0016] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, the first fixing assembly further includes a buffer pad, which is attached to the side of the first fixing portion facing the liquid storage tank, and / or the buffer pad is attached to the side of the second fixing portion facing the liquid storage tank.

[0017] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, the buffer pad is a rubber part.

[0018] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, the second mounting position is arranged between the first mounting position and the third mounting position.

[0019] As an optional technical solution for an automobile thermal management system, the second fixing component and the third fixing component are both configured as bolts.

[0020] The second purpose of the present invention is to provide a car with a high degree of integration, which can improve the space utilization of the entire vehicle and achieve the purpose of cost saving.

[0021] To achieve this purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0022] The utility model provides an automobile, which comprises the automobile thermal management system mentioned above.

[0023] The beneficial effects of the present invention include at least:

[0024] The utility model provides a kind of automobile thermal management system, which comprises HVAC module, liquid storage tank, condenser, waste heat recovery device, sheet metal part, first fixed component, second fixed component and third fixed component. The sheet metal part is fixed on the HVAC module, and the first mounting position, the second mounting position and the third mounting position are provided on the sheet metal part. The liquid storage tank is detachably mounted on the first mounting position by the first fixed component, the condenser is detachably mounted on the second mounting position by the second fixed component, and the waste heat recovery device is detachably mounted on the third mounting position by the third fixed component.

[0025] The sheet metal part is fixed on the HVAC module, which provides convenient conditions for the installation of the liquid storage tank, the condenser and the waste heat recovery device. The liquid storage tank can be installed on the sheet metal part by the first fixed component and integrated on the HVAC module. The condenser can be installed on the sheet metal part by the second fixed component and integrated on the HVAC module. The waste heat recovery device can be installed on the sheet metal part by the third fixed component and integrated on the HVAC module. This improves the integration of the automobile thermal management system, and the liquid storage tank, the condenser and the waste heat recovery device do not need to be fixed on the whole vehicle, which improves the space utilization of the whole vehicle. At the same time, the sheet metal part can reduce the difficulty of assembling the liquid storage tank, the condenser and the waste heat recovery device, facilitate assembly, improve work efficiency and save costs.

[0026] The utility model also provides a kind of automobile, which comprises the above-mentioned automobile thermal management system. The automobile has high integration, which can improve the space utilization of the whole vehicle and achieve the purpose of saving costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed in the description of the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the utility model, and other drawings can be obtained according to the contents of the embodiments of the utility model and these drawings without creative labor.

[0028] Figure 1 is the structure diagram of the automobile thermal management system provided by the embodiments of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0029] Figure 2 is the structure diagram of the automobile thermal management system (not showing the liquid storage tank and the second fixed part) provided by the embodiments of the utility model Figure 2 .

[0030] REFERENCE NUMERALS

[0031] 100. HVAC module; 200. Liquid storage tank; 300. Condenser; 400. Waste heat recovery device; 500. Sheet metal; 600. First fixing assembly; 610. First fixing portion; 620. Second fixing portion; 630. First connecting member; 640. Second connecting member; 650. First locking portion; 660. Second locking portion; 670. Weight reduction hole; 680. Buffer pad; 700. Second fixing assembly; 800. Third fixing assembly. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0032] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Generally, the components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the drawings herein can be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0033] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but rather merely represents selected embodiments of the present invention. All other embodiments derived by persons of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are also within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0034] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined or explained in subsequent drawings.

[0035] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or are the orientation or position relationship in which the utility model product is usually placed when in use. They are only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present utility model. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish the description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of the present utility model, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0036] It should also be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "disposed" and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0037] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0038] The following describes embodiments of the present invention in detail. Examples of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are intended only to explain the present invention and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0039] This embodiment provides an automotive thermal management system with a high degree of integration, which can improve the space utilization of the entire vehicle, facilitate assembly, and improve work efficiency.

[0040] like Figures 1-2 As shown, the automotive thermal management system primarily includes an HVAC module 100, a fluid reservoir 200, a condenser 300, a waste heat recovery unit 400, a sheet metal component 500, a first fixing assembly 600, a second fixing assembly 700, and a third fixing assembly 800. The sheet metal component 500 is fixed to the HVAC module 100 and is provided with a first mounting position, a second mounting position, and a third mounting position. The fluid reservoir 200 is removably mounted to the first mounting position via the first fixing assembly 600, the condenser 300 is removably mounted to the second mounting position via the second fixing assembly 700, and the waste heat recovery unit 400 is removably mounted to the third mounting position via the third fixing assembly 800.

[0041] Based on the above design, in this embodiment, the sheet metal component 500 is fixed to the HVAC module 100, thereby facilitating the installation of the liquid storage tank 200, the condenser 300, and the waste heat recovery device 400. The liquid storage tank 200 can be mounted on the sheet metal component 500 via the first fixing assembly 600, thereby being integrated into the HVAC module 100; the condenser 300 can be mounted on the sheet metal component 500 via the second fixing assembly 700, thereby being integrated into the HVAC module 100; and the waste heat recovery device 400 can be mounted on the sheet metal component 500 via the third fixing assembly 800, thereby being integrated into the HVAC module 100. This improves the integration of the automotive thermal management system, eliminating the need for the liquid storage tank 200, condenser 300, and waste heat recovery device 400 to be fixed to the vehicle, thereby increasing vehicle space utilization. At the same time, the provision of the sheet metal part 500 can reduce the difficulty of assembling the liquid storage tank 200, the condenser 300 and the waste heat recovery device 400, facilitate assembly, improve work efficiency and save costs.

[0042] It should be noted that the HVAC (Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning) module in this embodiment is a common air conditioning system in this field, and its specific structure and working principle are not described in detail in this embodiment.

[0043] Optionally, the second fixing assembly 700 and the third fixing assembly 800 in this embodiment are both configured as bolts, which are low-cost and easy to obtain, and this embodiment does not limit the number of bolts.

[0044] Optionally, the sheet metal component 500 in this embodiment is mounted on the HVAC module 100 by bolts, which facilitates subsequent disassembly and maintenance.

[0045] like Figures 1-2 As shown, in this embodiment, the first fixing component 600 includes a first fixing portion 610, a second fixing portion 620, a first connecting member 630 and a second connecting member 640. The first fixing portion 610 is installed at the first installation position through the first connecting member 630. The first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 are connected through the second connecting member 640, and the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 are jointly enclosed to form an accommodating space, and the liquid storage tank 200 is arranged in the accommodating space.

[0046] The arrangement of the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 forms a storage space for installing the liquid storage tank 200. The arrangement of the first connecting member 630 facilitates the detachable connection between the first fixing portion 610 and the sheet metal part 500. The arrangement of the second connecting member 640 facilitates the detachable connection between the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620, which is beneficial for the later maintenance and replacement of the liquid storage tank 200.

[0047] Optionally, the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 in this embodiment are both made of metal to improve strength and extend service life. The first connecting member 630 and the second connecting member 640 can both be configured as bolts to reduce costs.

[0048] Further, if Figures 1-2 As shown, in this embodiment, a first locking portion 650 is provided on the first fixing portion 610, a second locking portion 660 is provided on the second fixing portion 620, and a second connecting member 640 is provided between the first locking portion 650 and the second locking portion 660, so that the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 can clamp the liquid storage tank 200. The provision of the first locking portion 650 and the second locking portion 660 can facilitate the connection between the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620, thereby improving the convenience and reliability of the connection.

[0049] Optionally, in this embodiment, the first fixing portion 610 and the first locking portion 650 are integrally formed, and the second fixing portion 620 and the second locking portion 660 are integrally formed, thereby improving processing efficiency and reducing manufacturing costs.

[0050] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, both the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 are provided with weight-reducing holes 670 to reduce the weight of the first fixing assembly 600, thereby achieving lightweight and facilitating assembly. The number of weight-reducing holes 670 is not limited in this embodiment.

[0051] Optionally, the height of the first fixing portion 610 and the height of the second fixing portion 620 in this embodiment are both no greater than the height of the liquid storage tank 200. This minimizes the number of consumables for the first fixing assembly 600 while ensuring stable installation of the liquid storage tank 200, saving costs, reducing weight, and facilitating assembly. Furthermore, the first fixing portion 610 and the second fixing portion 620 are prevented from protruding from the liquid storage tank 200 and interfering with the assembly of other components.

[0052] like Figure 2 As shown, in this embodiment, the first fixing assembly 600 further includes a buffer pad 680, which is attached to the side of the first fixing portion 610 facing the liquid storage tank 200, and / or the buffer pad 680 is attached to the side of the second fixing portion 620 facing the liquid storage tank 200.

[0053] The provision of the buffer pad 680 can reduce friction between the liquid storage tank 200 and the first fixing assembly 600 and / or the second fixing assembly 700, thereby extending the service life of the liquid storage tank 200. Furthermore, the buffer pad 680 can provide a certain degree of cushioning to the liquid storage tank 200 during use, thereby reducing the shaking of the liquid storage tank 200.

[0054] Optionally, the buffer pad 680 in this embodiment is a rubber member, that is, the buffer pad 680 is made of rubber material.

[0055] Optionally, the buffer pad 680 in this embodiment can be provided in plurality.

[0056] Optionally, the second mounting position in this embodiment is positioned between the first and third mounting positions, placing the condenser 300 between the liquid storage tank 200 and the waste heat recovery unit 400. This ensures that, after liquefaction, the refrigerant passes through the liquid storage tank 200 for gas-liquid separation and buffering before flowing to the waste heat recovery unit 400 for heat recovery. This layout optimizes the heat exchange process, ensuring that the heat released by the refrigerant during the liquefaction process is fully utilized, thereby achieving effective heat recovery and improving the overall efficiency of the vehicle's thermal management system.

[0057] This embodiment also provides a car, which includes the above-mentioned car thermal management system. The car has a high degree of integration, can improve the space utilization rate of the entire car, and achieve the purpose of cost saving.

[0058] Obviously, the above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention and the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described herein, and that various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions are possible for those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, although the present invention has been described in detail through the above embodiments, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments and may include many other equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present invention. The scope of the present invention is determined by the scope of the appended claims.

[0059] Note that throughout this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments" and "other embodiments" indicate that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with that embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. Throughout this specification, schematic representations of these terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

Claims

1. Automobile thermal management system, characterized in that, include: HVAC module (100), liquid storage tank (200), condenser (300) and waste heat recovery device (400); a sheet metal part (500), the sheet metal part (500) being fixed on the HVAC module (100), and the sheet metal part (500) being provided with a first mounting position, a second mounting position, and a third mounting position; a first fixing assembly (600), wherein the liquid storage tank (200) is detachably mounted at the first mounting position via the first fixing assembly (600); a second fixing assembly (700), wherein the condenser (300) is detachably mounted at the second mounting position via the second fixing assembly (700); A third fixing assembly (800), wherein the waste heat recovery device (400) is detachably mounted on the third mounting position via the third fixing assembly (800).

2. The automotive thermal management system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first fixing assembly (600) comprises a first fixing portion (610), a second fixing portion (620), a first connecting member (630) and a second connecting member (640); the first fixing portion (610) is installed at the first installation position via the first connecting member (630); the first fixing portion (610) and the second fixing portion (620) are connected via the second connecting member (640); and the first fixing portion (610) and the second fixing portion (620) are jointly arranged to form an accommodating space, and the liquid storage tank (200) is arranged in the accommodating space.

3. The automotive thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first fixing portion (610) is provided with a first locking portion (650), the second fixing portion (620) is provided with a second locking portion (660), and the second connecting member (640) is passed between the first locking portion (650) and the second locking portion (660), so that the first fixing portion (610) and the second fixing portion (620) clamp the liquid storage tank (200).

4. The automotive thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first fixing portion (610) and the second fixing portion (620) are both provided with weight-reducing holes (670).

5. The automotive thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The height of the first fixing portion (610) and the height of the second fixing portion (620) are both no greater than the height of the liquid storage tank (200).

6. The automotive thermal management system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first fixing assembly (600) further includes a buffer pad (680), wherein the buffer pad (680) is attached to a side of the first fixing portion (610) facing the liquid storage tank (200), and / or the buffer pad (680) is attached to a side of the second fixing portion (620) facing the liquid storage tank (200).

7. The automotive thermal management system according to claim 6, characterized in that: The buffer pad (680) is a rubber piece.

8. The automotive thermal management system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The second installation position is arranged between the first installation position and the third installation position.

9. The automotive thermal management system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The second fixing assembly (700) and the third fixing assembly (800) are both configured as bolts.

10. Automobile, characterized in that The automobile comprises the automobile thermal management system according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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