Fuel tank bracket and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of fuel tank brackets, in particular to a fuel tank bracket and a vehicle. The fuel tank bracket comprises two bracket bodies, each bracket body comprises a first limiting part, a second limiting part and a first connecting part, the first limiting parts are configured to abut against the bottom of a fuel tank, the second limiting parts are configured to abut against the side, facing a frame, of the fuel tank, and the first connecting parts are configured to abut against the end face of the fuel tank; and the two fixing pieces are installed on the two frame bodies correspondingly, each fixing piece comprises a third limiting part and a fourth limiting part, the third limiting parts are configured to abut against the top of the oil tank, and the fourth limiting parts are configured to abut against the side, away from the frame, of the oil tank. The oil tank can be completely limited through the two bracket bodies and the two fixing pieces of the oil tank bracket, and risks such as loosening and failure are reduced. And the oil tank bracket does not adopt a strap which is easy to fail, so that the reliability of fixing the oil tank is improved, and the safety problem caused by front-and-back movement or falling of the oil tank is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of fuel tank brackets, and in particular to a fuel tank bracket and a vehicle. Background Art

[0002] The fuel tank is a component of the bracket used to store fuel, and the fuel tank is generally fixed by a fuel tank bracket installed on the frame.

[0003] Currently, the fuel tank bracket consists of a bracket body and a band. The bracket body is L-shaped and is made from a single piece of steel plate that has been stamped or bent by other methods. The bracket body supports the fuel tank, while the band presses the fuel tank against the bracket body, restricting the tank's five degrees of freedom: up and down, left and right, and rotation. Friction between the band, fuel tank, and bracket limits the tank's forward and backward freedom. To increase friction, rubber pads are used between the band, fuel tank, and bracket, and the band is tightened with bolts.

[0004] However, after a period of use, the fuel tank bracket is prone to having its straps break or become loose, causing the fuel tank to move back and forth or even fall off, posing a significant safety risk. Utility Model Content

[0005] Based on this, the present application provides a fuel tank bracket and a vehicle to solve the problem in the related art that the fuel tank bracket is prone to breakage and loosening of the strap after being used for a period of time, posing a great safety risk.

[0006] In a first aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a fuel tank bracket, comprising:

[0007] Two frames are fixed to the frame of the vehicle, and the two frames are configured to support the two ends of the fuel tank respectively;

[0008] The frame includes a first limiting portion, a second limiting portion, and a first connecting portion, the first connecting portion being connected to the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion, respectively. The first limiting portion is configured to abut against the bottom of the fuel tank, the second limiting portion is configured to abut against a side of the fuel tank facing the frame, and the first connecting portion is configured to abut against an end surface of the fuel tank.

[0009] The two fixing members are respectively installed on the two frames. The fixing members include a third limiting portion and a fourth limiting portion. The third limiting portion is configured to abut against the top of the fuel tank, and the fourth limiting portion is configured to abut against the side of the fuel tank away from the frame.

[0010] In a possible implementation, the fixing member further includes a second connecting portion, the second connecting portion is connected to the third limiting portion and the fourth limiting portion respectively, and the second connecting portion is fastened to the first connecting portion by a fastener.

[0011] In a possible implementation, an accommodating groove is provided on each of the two second connecting portions on opposite sides thereof;

[0012] The portion where the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion are connected is located in the receiving groove;

[0013] The portion of the second connection portion located outside the accommodating groove is configured to abut against the end surface of the oil tank.

[0014] In a possible implementation, first buffer pads are respectively provided on opposite sides of the two frames, and the first buffer pads are clamped between the fuel tank and the frames; and / or,

[0015] A second buffer pad is respectively provided on one side opposite to the two fixing members, and the second buffer pad is clamped between the oil tank and the fixing member.

[0016] In a possible implementation, the first connecting portion includes a connecting beam, and an extending direction of the connecting beam is inclined to a height direction of the vehicle frame;

[0017] One end of the connecting beam is connected to the side of the first limiting portion facing away from the vehicle frame, and the other end of the connecting beam is connected to the top end of the second limiting portion; and / or,

[0018] At least one weight-reducing portion is provided on the first connecting portion; and / or,

[0019] A fixing seat is provided on a side of the second limiting portion facing away from the first limiting portion, and a mounting hole is provided on the fixing seat.

[0020] In a possible implementation, an upwardly extending limiting section is formed at one end of the first limiting portion away from the second limiting portion, and the limiting section is configured to abut against a side of the fuel tank facing away from the vehicle frame.

[0021] In a possible implementation, the frame and the fixing member are respectively provided with mounting structures, and the mounting structures are configured to mount external components.

[0022] In one possible implementation, the mounting structure on the frame includes a plurality of first fastening holes provided on the first connecting portion;

[0023] The first connecting portion includes a reinforcing rib, and at least part of the first fastening holes are located on the reinforcing rib; and / or,

[0024] The mounting structure on the frame includes a first mounting seat arranged on a side of the second limiting portion away from the first limiting portion, and a second fastening hole is opened on the first mounting seat.

[0025] In a possible implementation, the mounting structure on the fixing member includes a second mounting seat provided on the fixing member, and a third fastening hole is formed on the second mounting seat.

[0026] In a second aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a vehicle, comprising a vehicle frame, a fuel tank and the above-mentioned fuel tank bracket, wherein the fuel tank bracket is mounted on the vehicle frame, and the fuel tank is mounted on the fuel tank bracket.

[0027] The oil tank bracket and the vehicle provided by the application include two bracket bodies and two fixing members. The two bracket bodies are fixed to the frame of the vehicle and support two ends of the oil tank. The first limiting part of the bracket body abuts against the bottom of the oil tank, the second limiting part of the bracket body abuts against the side of the oil tank facing the frame, and the first connecting part of the bracket body abuts against the end face of the oil tank. The bracket bodies can limit the front and back movement of the oil tank. The two fixing members are respectively installed on the two bracket bodies, the third limiting part of the fixing member abuts against the top of the oil tank, and the fourth limiting part of the fixing member abuts against the side of the oil tank away from the frame. The bracket bodies and the fixing members can limit the left and right movement, the up and down movement and the rotation of the oil tank. In this way, the two bracket bodies and the two fixing members of the oil tank bracket can completely limit the oil tank, thereby reducing the risk of loosening failure and the like. In addition, the oil tank bracket does not use the easily failed hoop belt, thereby improving the reliability of the oil tank fixation and avoiding the safety problems caused by the front and back movement or the falling of the oil tank. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the application or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed to be used in the embodiments or the prior art description. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are some embodiments of the application, and for those skilled in the art, other drawings can also be obtained without creative labor based on these drawings.

[0029] Figure 1 The schematic view of the oil tank bracket provided by the embodiment of the application and the oil tank is connected;

[0030] Figure 2 The structural schematic view of the oil tank bracket provided by the embodiment of the application;

[0031] Figure 3 The structural schematic view of the bracket body provided by the embodiment of the application Figure 1 ;

[0032] Figure 4 The structural schematic view of the bracket body provided by the embodiment of the application Figure 2 ;

[0033] Figure 5 The structural schematic view of the bracket body provided by the embodiment of the application Figure 3 ;

[0034] Figure 6 The structural schematic view of the fixing member provided by the embodiment of the application Figure 1 ;

[0035] Figure 7 The structural schematic view of the fixing member provided by the embodiment of the application Figure 2 ;

[0036] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the connection between the frame and the first buffer pad provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0037] Figure 9 for Figure 8 Exploded diagram;

[0038] Figure 10 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the fixing member and the second buffer pad provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0039] Figure 11 for Figure 10 Exploded diagram.

[0040] Description of reference numerals:

[0041] 100 - frame; 110 - first limiting portion; 111 - limiting section; 120 - second limiting portion; 121 - fixing seat; 122 - mounting hole; 123 - first mounting seat; 124 - second fastening hole; 130 - first connecting portion; 131 - connecting beam; 132 - weight-reducing portion; 133 - first fastening hole; 134 - reinforcing rib; 140 - limiting groove;

[0042] 200 - fixing member; 210 - third limiting portion; 220 - fourth limiting portion; 230 - second connecting portion; 231 - receiving groove; 240 - second mounting seat; 241 - third fastening hole;

[0043] 310-first buffer pad; 320-second buffer pad;

[0044] 20-Fuel tank. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0045] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described in more detail below in conjunction with the drawings in the preferred embodiments of the present application. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar parts or parts with the same or similar functions. The described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. The embodiments described below with reference to the drawings are exemplary and are intended to be used to explain the present application, and should not be understood as limitations on the present application. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of this application. The embodiments of the present application are described in detail below in conjunction with the drawings.

[0046] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood broadly. For example, they may refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection via an intermediate medium, internal communication between two components, or an interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on specific circumstances.

[0047] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are orientations or positional relationships based on the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0048] The terms "first", "second" and "third" (if any) in the description and claims of this application and the above drawings are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence.

[0049] In addition, the terms "comprises" and "having" and any variations thereof are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, for example, a process, method, system, product or display that includes a series of steps or elements is not necessarily limited to those steps or elements expressly listed but may include other steps or elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, product or display.

[0050] In the prior art, a fuel tank bracket consists of an L-shaped bracket body and a strap. The bracket body is formed from a single piece of steel plate by stamping or other bending methods. The bracket body supports the fuel tank, and the strap presses the fuel tank against the bracket body, restricting the tank's five degrees of freedom: up and down, left and right, and rotational. Friction between the strap, fuel tank, and bracket limits the tank's forward and backward freedom. To increase friction, rubber pads are used between the strap, fuel tank, and bracket, and the strap is tightened by bolts. However, after a period of use, the fuel tank bracket is prone to rubber aging and bolt loosening, causing the strap to break or become loose. The fuel tank will then move forward and backward or even fall off, posing a significant safety risk. Commercial vehicles are heavy and fast, making the sudden detachment of a fuel tank extremely dangerous and potentially causing serious traffic accidents. The impact on the road surface is significant, posing a serious threat to pedestrians, other vehicles, and buildings.

[0051] After repeated deliberation and verification, the inventors discovered that if the fuel tank is secured using two frames and two fixings, the two frames support both ends of the fuel tank and restrict its movement toward the vehicle frame. Two fixings are mounted on each frame, restricting the fuel tank from moving upward or away from the vehicle frame. The coordination between the frames and fixings also restricts the fuel tank's rotation. Since both the frames and fixings are rigid, the fuel tank brackets prevent loosening when securing the tank, thus reliably securing the tank and preventing safety issues caused by the tank falling off.

[0052] In view of this, the inventors have designed a fuel tank bracket and a vehicle. The fuel tank bracket supports both ends of the fuel tank via two frames. The frames include a first limiting portion, a second limiting portion, and a first connecting portion. The first limiting portion is used to abut against the bottom of the fuel tank, the second limiting portion is used to abut against the side of the fuel tank facing the vehicle frame, and the first connecting portion is used to abut against the end face of the fuel tank. A fixing member is installed on each frame. The fixing member includes a third limiting portion and a fourth limiting portion. The third limiting portion is used to abut against the top of the fuel tank, and the fourth limiting portion is used to abut against the side of the fuel tank facing away from the vehicle frame. Reliable positioning of the fuel tank is achieved by using two frames and two fixing members. The fuel tank bracket does not use straps that are prone to failure, thereby improving the reliability of the fuel tank fixation and avoiding safety issues caused by the fuel tank moving back and forth or falling off.

[0053] The following is a detailed description of the technical solutions of the fuel tank bracket and vehicle provided in the embodiments of the present application in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0054] Reference Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the fuel tank bracket provided in an embodiment of the present application includes two frames 100 and two fixing members 200. Both frames 100 are fixed to the vehicle frame and are configured to support both ends of the fuel tank 20. The two frames 100 can be fixed to the vehicle frame using fasteners. The spacing between the two frames 100 can be set according to the length of the fuel tank 20, so that the two frames 100 sandwich and support the fuel tank 20.

[0055] The frame 100 includes a first limiting portion 110, a second limiting portion 120, and a first connecting portion 130. The first connecting portion 130 is connected to the first limiting portion 110 and the second limiting portion 120 respectively. Schematically, the first limiting portion 110 and the second limiting portion 120 are both strip-shaped structures, and one end of the first limiting portion 110 facing the frame is connected to the bottom end of the second limiting portion 120. The second limiting portion 120 of the frame 100 can be fastened to the frame by fasteners to install the frame 100 on the frame. Figures 3-5As shown, the first connecting portion 130 is connected to the first limiting portion 110 and the second limiting portion 120 on two adjacent sides, respectively. The first limiting portion 110, the second limiting portion 120, and the first connecting portion 130 define a limiting groove 140, into which the end of the fuel tank 20 extends. The shape of the limiting groove 140 can be consistent with the outer contour of the fuel tank 20, thereby increasing the contact area between the frame 100 and the fuel tank 20, thereby more securely securing the fuel tank 20. The frame 100 is a rigid component, and the first limiting portion 110, the second limiting portion 120, and the first connecting portion 130 can be formed integrally on the frame 100.

[0056] The first stopper 110 is configured to abut against the bottom of the fuel tank 20, the second stopper 120 is configured to abut against the side of the fuel tank 20 facing the vehicle frame, and the first connection portion 130 is configured to abut against the end surface of the fuel tank 20. It will be appreciated that the first stopper 110 abutting against the fuel tank 20 can restrict the downward movement of the fuel tank 20, and the second stopper 120 abutting against the fuel tank 20 can restrict the movement of the fuel tank 20 toward the vehicle frame. The first connection portions 130 of the two frames 100 can restrict the forward and backward movement of the fuel tank 20.

[0057] The two fixing members 200 are respectively mounted on the two frames 100. The fixing members 200 include a third limiting portion 210 and a fourth limiting portion 220. The third limiting portion 210 is configured to abut against the top of the fuel tank 20, and the fourth limiting portion 220 is configured to abut against the side of the fuel tank 20 away from the frame. The fixing member 200 is a rigid member. The fixing member 200 can be formed into the third limiting portion 210 and the fourth limiting portion 220 in an integral molding manner. Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the third limiting portion 210 and the fourth limiting portion 220 are both strip-shaped structures. The side of the third limiting portion 210 facing away from the vehicle frame is connected to the top of the fourth limiting portion 220. For example, the fixing member 200 can be connected to the corresponding frame 100 by fastening. The fixing member 200 and the frame 100 are assembled together to form a closed cage-like structure to secure the fuel tank 20. It will be understood that the third limiting portion 210 can limit the upward movement of the fuel tank 20 when it abuts against the fuel tank 20, and the fourth limiting portion 220 can limit the movement of the fuel tank 20 away from the vehicle frame when it abuts against the fuel tank 20.

[0058] It is worth mentioning that after the frame 100 and the fixing member 200 respectively abut against the fuel tank 20, the fuel tank 20 can be restricted from rotating relative to the frame.

[0059] The fuel tank bracket provided in this embodiment supports both ends of the fuel tank 20 via two frames 100. The first limiting portion 110 of the frames 100 abuts the bottom of the fuel tank 20, the second limiting portion 120 of the frames 100 abuts the side of the fuel tank 20 facing the vehicle frame, and the first connecting portion 130 of the frames 100 abuts the end face of the fuel tank 20. The two frames 100 restrict forward and backward movement of the fuel tank 20. Two fixing members 200 are mounted on each of the frames 100. The third limiting portion 210 of the fixing members 200 abuts the top of the fuel tank 20, and the fourth limiting portion 220 of the fixing members 200 abuts the side of the fuel tank 20 facing away from the vehicle frame. The coordination of the frames 100 and fixing members 200 restricts left and right movement, up and down movement, and rotation of the fuel tank 20. Thus, the two frames 100 and two fixing members 200 of the fuel tank bracket fully restrain the fuel tank 20, reducing the risk of loosening and failure. Furthermore, the fuel tank bracket does not use a band that is prone to failure, thereby improving the reliability of fixing the fuel tank 20 and avoiding safety problems caused by the fuel tank 20 moving back and forth or falling off.

[0060] Furthermore, the fuel tank bracket provided in this embodiment does not require modification of the fuel tank 20 structure, and does not require re-production of molds to produce fuel tanks of different structures 20. Furthermore, the fuel tank bracket has a simple structure, is easy to manufacture, is low in cost, and can reliably limit the position of the fuel tank 20.

[0061] In one embodiment, Figure 2 、 Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the fixing member 200 further includes a second connecting portion 230 , which is connected to the third limiting portion 210 and the fourth limiting portion 220 respectively. The second connecting portion 230 is fastened to the first connecting portion 130 by a fastener.

[0062] Illustratively, the second connecting portion 230 is a sheet-like structure, with two adjacent sides of the second connecting portion 230 connected to the third limiting portion 210 and the fourth limiting portion 220, respectively. Alternatively, the third limiting portion 210, the fourth limiting portion 220, and the second connecting portion 230 of the fixing member 200 can be formed by stamping or integral molding. When the fixing member 200 is connected to the corresponding frame 100, the second connecting portion 230 of the fixing member 200 is located on the side of the first connecting portion 130 of the frame 100 facing away from the fuel tank 20, allowing the first connecting portion 130 of the frame 100 to reliably abut against the end surface of the fuel tank 20.

[0063] This structure can use fasteners to fix the second connection portion 230 of the fixing member 200 and the first connection portion 130 of the frame 100, thereby ensuring the reliability of the connection between the fixing member 200 and the corresponding frame 100.

[0064] In a specific embodiment, Figure 2 、Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the two second connection parts 230 are respectively provided with a receiving groove 231 on one side opposite to the other. For example, the receiving groove 231 can be formed in a partial area of ​​the second connection part 230 by stamping.

[0065] The portion where the first connection portion 130 and the second connection portion 230 are connected is located in the receiving groove 231 . The portion of the second connection portion 230 located outside the receiving groove 231 is configured to abut against the end surface of the oil tank 20 .

[0066] Specifically, the top end of the first connecting portion 130, which is away from the second limiting portion 120, extends into the receiving groove 231. The depth of the receiving groove 231 matches the thickness of the first connecting portion 130. When the first connecting portion 130 partially extends into the receiving groove 231, the fixing member 200 and the frame 100 can be pre-fixed, making it easier for workers to fix them to the frame 100 using fasteners.

[0067] In this structure, part of the first connecting part 130 extends into the accommodating groove 231, and the remaining part of the second connecting part 230 can also limit the fuel tank 20, thereby increasing the contact area between the fixing part 200 and the fuel tank 20, and further improving the reliability of the fuel tank bracket in limiting the fuel tank 20.

[0068] like Figure 2 、 Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, first buffer pads 310 are respectively provided on opposite sides of the two frames 100 , and the first buffer pads 310 are clamped between the oil tank 20 and the frames 100 .

[0069] The frame 100 and the first buffer pad 310 are generally used in pairs and are structurally symmetrical, sandwiching and supporting the fuel tank 20. The shape of the first buffer pad 310 is determined by the outline of the fuel tank 20 and the size of the frame 100. For example, the first buffer pad 310 is formed into an "L" shape, with the horizontal section of the "L" located between the first limiter 110 and the fuel tank 20, and the vertical section of the "L" located between the second limiter 120 and the fuel tank 20. Part of the first buffer pad 310 is located between the fuel tank 20 and the first connecting portion 130. The first buffer pad 310 can be made of an elastic material, such as rubber. The first buffer pad 310 can be used to isolate vibrations, increase friction, and compensate for manufacturing tolerances between the fuel tank 20 and the frame 100. This embodiment does not limit the thickness of the first buffer pad 310, and those skilled in the art can adjust it according to actual needs.

[0070] Optionally, when the frame body 100 supports the end of the oil tank 20, the first buffer pad 310 can be clamped and fixed between the oil tank 20 and the frame body 100. In a possible implementation, the first buffer pad 310 can also be fixed with the frame body 100 by bonding.

[0071] As shown in Figure 2 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 , the opposite side of each of the two fixing members 200 is provided with a second buffer pad 320, which is clamped between the oil tank 20 and the fixing member 200.

[0072] The shape of the second buffer pad 320 is determined by the contour of the oil tank 20 and the size of the fixing member 200. For example, the second buffer pad 320 is formed in an "L" shape, the horizontal segment of the "L" shape is located between the third limiting portion 210 and the oil tank 20, the vertical segment of the "L" shape is located between the fourth limiting portion 220 and the oil tank 20, and part of the second buffer pad 320 is located between the second connecting portion 230 and the oil tank 20. The second buffer pad 320 can be made of an elastic material such as rubber, and can play a role of vibration isolation, friction increase and manufacturing tolerance compensation between the oil tank 20 and the fixing member 200. The thickness of the second buffer pad 320 is not limited in the embodiment, and can be set as required by those skilled in the art.

[0073] Optionally, when the fixing member 200 limits the end of the oil tank 20, the second buffer pad 320 can be clamped and fixed between the oil tank 20 and the fixing member 200. In a possible implementation, the second buffer pad 320 can also be fixed with the fixing member 200 by bonding.

[0074] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 2-5 , the first connecting portion 130 includes a connecting beam 131, and the extending direction of the connecting beam 131 is inclined to the height direction of the vehicle frame. One end of the connecting beam 131 is connected to the side of the first limiting portion 110 away from the vehicle frame, and the other end of the connecting beam 131 is connected to the top end of the second limiting portion 120.

[0075] The cross-sectional shape of the connecting beam 131 can be sheet-shaped or T-shaped, without being limited to this. For example, the connecting beam 131, the first limiting portion 110 and the second limiting portion 120 form a triangular structure, which is beneficial to improve the structural stability and carrying capacity of the frame body 100, and thus the two frame bodies 100 of the oil tank bracket can reliably carry and limit the oil tank 20. Optionally, the connecting beam 131 can be connected with the first limiting portion 110 and the second limiting portion 120 by integral molding.

[0076] As shown in Figures 2-5As shown, the first connecting portion 130 is a sheet-like structure, and at least one weight-reducing portion 132 is provided on the first connecting portion 130. The weight-reducing portion 132 may be a through hole provided on the first connecting portion 130, or the weight-reducing portion 132 may be a groove provided on the first connecting portion 130. It is understandable that the thickness of the first connecting portion 130 at the position of the weight-reducing portion 132 is less than the thickness at other positions. The number of the first connecting portion 130 may be one or more. For example, two weight-reducing portions 132 may be provided on the first connecting portion 130, and the two weight-reducing portions 132 are respectively provided on opposite sides of the connecting beam 131. By providing the weight-reducing portion 132, the weight of the frame 100 is reduced, thereby reducing the load on the frame, which is beneficial to improving the vehicle's endurance.

[0077] like Figures 2-5 As shown, a fixing seat 121 is provided on a side of the second limiting portion 120 away from the first limiting portion 110 , and a mounting hole 122 is formed on the fixing seat 121 .

[0078] The fixing seat 121 protrudes from the main portion of the second limiting portion 120, and its cross-sectional shape can be rectangular, circular, oblong, or other suitable shape, which is not a single limitation here. The side of the fixing seat 121 facing away from the second limiting portion 120 is used to mate with the vehicle frame. The fixing seat 121 can be integrally formed on the second limiting portion 120. The fixing seat 121 can have multiple mounting holes 122, which are spaced apart along the length of the second limiting portion 120. Each mounting hole 122 can be an internally threaded hole. The number and position of the threaded holes can be set based on the capacity of the fuel tank 20 and the hole positions on the vehicle frame, which is not a single limitation here.

[0079] During assembly of the frame 100, the fixing base 121 of the second limiting portion 120 can be aligned with the vehicle frame, and fasteners can be inserted through the holes in the vehicle frame and locked into the mounting holes 122 on the fixing base 121 to secure the frame 100 to the vehicle frame. Furthermore, no nuts are required to connect the frame 100 to the vehicle frame, reducing the use of standard parts.

[0080] In one embodiment, Figures 1-5 As shown, an upwardly extending limiting section 111 is formed at one end of the first limiting portion 110 away from the second limiting portion 120 , and the limiting section 111 is configured to abut against a side of the fuel tank 20 away from the vehicle frame.

[0081] The limiting section 111 is formed as an upwardly extending arc-shaped structure. The end of the limiting section 111, distal from the second limiting portion 120, is located on the side of the fuel tank 20 facing away from the vehicle frame. Alternatively, the limiting section 111 can be formed by bending the end of the first limiting portion 110. The limiting section 111 can "hook" the fuel tank 20, further preventing the fuel tank 20 from rotating. This embodiment does not limit the length of the limiting section 111, and those skilled in the art can adjust it as needed.

[0082] In one embodiment, the frame 100 and the fixing member 200 are respectively provided with mounting structures, and the mounting structures are configured to mount external components.

[0083] The mounting structure may be a fastening hole, a welded bracket, or a mortise and tenon connection structure provided on the frame 100 and the fixing member 200. Through the mounting structure on the frame 100 and the fixing member 200, different components such as an assembly bracket, a battery frame, a guardrail or a spoiler of the fuel tank 20 can be mounted on the fuel tank bracket, thereby realizing a variety of integrated structures.

[0084] In the prior art, the fuel tank bracket has an L-shaped body, a simple structure that makes it difficult to mount other components. Installing protective equipment and arranging other components around the fuel tank 20 requires additional auxiliary supports, which complicates the overall vehicle layout and makes it difficult to expand other components. The fuel tank bracket provided in this embodiment secures other external components through its mounting structure, eliminating the need for mounting brackets on the chassis frame, reducing chassis weight, and conserving chassis layout space. This facilitates overall vehicle layout and modularization, thereby reducing vehicle cost.

[0085] In one possible implementation, Figures 1-5 As shown, the mounting structure on the frame 100 includes a plurality of first fastening holes 133 provided on the first connecting portion 130. Specifically, a threaded seat can be provided on the first connecting portion 130 of the frame 100, and a first fastening hole 133 can be provided in the middle of each threaded seat. The first fastening hole 133 can be an internal threaded hole, and a fastener can be used to pass through the external component and lock into the corresponding first fastening hole 133 to achieve fixation between the external component and the frame 100. The plurality of first fastening holes 133 on the frame 100 can be used to load a large number of chassis components, such as battery frames, gas cylinders, etc. The number and specific positions of the first fastening holes 133 are not limited, and those skilled in the art can set them according to actual needs. The above arrangement can make full use of the front, rear, top and outside space of the fuel tank 20.

[0086] The first connecting portion 130 includes a reinforcing rib 134, with at least some of the first fastening holes 133 located on the reinforcing rib 134. The reinforcing rib 134 is a strip-shaped structure that protrudes from the main portion of the first connecting portion 130. For example, the reinforcing rib 134 may extend along the height of the frame 100. The number of reinforcing ribs 134 may be one or more, and is not limited to a single number.

[0087] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the reinforcing ribs 134 can enhance the structural strength of the frame 100, allowing the fuel tank bracket to more reliably retain the fuel tank 20. Furthermore, because the frame 100 has a higher structural strength at the locations of the reinforcing ribs 134, when an external component is installed in the first fastening holes 133 at the locations of the reinforcing ribs 134, the external component is less likely to cause deformation of the frame 100.

[0088] In another possible implementation, Figures 3-5 As shown, the mounting structure on the frame 100 includes a first mounting seat 123 provided on a side of the second limiting portion 120 away from the first limiting portion 110 , and a second fastening hole 124 is defined in the first mounting seat 123 .

[0089] Among them, the first mounting seat 123 protrudes from the main part of the second limiting portion 120, the cross-sectional shape of the first mounting seat 123 can be a suitable shape such as a rectangle, a circle or an oblong, and the second fastening hole 124 can be an internal threaded hole opened on the first mounting seat 123. The number of the second fastening holes 124 can be one or more, and there is no sole limitation here.

[0090] Illustratively, a fastener can be passed through the external component and locked into the second fastening hole 124 on the first mounting seat 123 to secure the external component to the frame 100. When the second fastening hole 124 on the first mounting seat 123 is used to secure the external component, the external component is closer to the middle of the frame relative to the fuel tank 20, thereby fully utilizing the space on the side of the fuel tank 20 facing the middle of the frame.

[0091] The above arrangement can achieve a reliable connection between the frame 100 and the external components through the fasteners and the corresponding fastening holes. At the same time, the external components do not need to occupy the space of the frame and do not require additional auxiliary supports.

[0092] like Figure 7 As shown, the mounting structure on the fixing member 200 includes a second mounting seat 240 provided on the fixing member 200 , and a third fastening hole 241 is formed on the second mounting seat 240 .

[0093] Exemplarily, the second mounting seat 240 can be provided on the second connecting portion 230 of the fixing member 200, and it can protrude from the main portion of the second connecting portion 230 toward the side away from the vehicle frame. The number of second mounting seats 240 can be one or more, and is not limited here. The third fastening hole 241 can be an internal threaded hole provided on the second mounting seat 240, and a fastener can be used to pass through the external component and lock into the third fastening hole 241 to achieve a connection between the fixing member 200 and the external component. The third fastening hole 241 can cooperate with the fastening hole on the frame 100 to jointly fix the external component, or the third fastening hole 241 can also be used alone to fix the external component.

[0094] Through the above arrangement, the fixing member 200 can also be connected to external components, further saving the fixing space of the frame chassis.

[0095] The present application also provides a vehicle, comprising a vehicle frame, a fuel tank 20 and the above-mentioned fuel tank bracket, wherein the fuel tank bracket is mounted on the vehicle frame, and the fuel tank 20 is mounted on the fuel tank bracket.

[0096] The vehicle provided herein utilizes the aforementioned fuel tank bracket, thereby enhancing vehicle safety. The frame 100 and the fixing member 200 cooperate to restrict the left-right, up-and-down, and rotational movement of the fuel tank 20. The two frames 100 and the two fixing members 200 of the fuel tank bracket fully secure the fuel tank 20, reducing the risk of loosening and failure. Furthermore, the fuel tank bracket eliminates the use of easily ineffective straps, enhancing the reliability of the fuel tank 20's securement and preventing safety issues caused by the fuel tank 20's forward and backward movement or dislodging.

[0097] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than to limit them. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.

Claims

1. A fuel tank bracket, characterized in that: include: Two frames (100) are both fixed to the vehicle frame, and the two frames (100) are configured to support two ends of the fuel tank (20) respectively; The frame (100) includes a first limiting portion (110), a second limiting portion (120) and a first connecting portion (130), wherein the first connecting portion (130) is connected to the first limiting portion (110) and the second limiting portion (120) respectively, wherein the first limiting portion (110) is configured to abut against the bottom of the oil tank (20), the second limiting portion (120) is configured to abut against a side of the oil tank (20) facing the frame, and the first connecting portion (130) is configured to abut against an end face of the oil tank (20); Two fixing members (200) are respectively mounted on the two frames (100), and the fixing member (200) includes a third limiting portion (210) and a fourth limiting portion (220), wherein the third limiting portion (210) is configured to abut against the top of the oil tank (20), and the fourth limiting portion (220) is configured to abut against a side of the oil tank (20) facing away from the frame.

2. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing member (200) further comprises a second connecting portion (230), wherein the second connecting portion (230) is connected to the third limiting portion (210) and the fourth limiting portion (220) respectively, and the second connecting portion (230) is fastened to the first connecting portion (130) via a fastener.

3. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: An accommodating groove (231) is provided on opposite sides of the two second connecting portions (230); The portion where the first connecting portion (130) and the second connecting portion (230) are connected is located in the accommodating groove (231); The portion of the second connecting portion (230) located outside the accommodating groove (231) is configured to abut against the end surface of the oil tank (20).

4. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first buffer pad (310) is provided on opposite sides of the two frames (100), respectively, and the first buffer pad (310) is clamped between the oil tank (20) and the frames (100); and / or, A second buffer pad (320) is provided on opposite sides of the two fixing members (200), respectively, and the second buffer pad (320) is clamped between the oil tank (20) and the fixing member (200).

5. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first connecting portion (130) comprises a connecting beam (131), and the extending direction of the connecting beam (131) is inclined to the height direction of the vehicle frame; One end of the connecting beam (131) is connected to a side of the first limiting portion (110) facing away from the vehicle frame, and the other end of the connecting beam (131) is connected to a top end of the second limiting portion (120); and / or, At least one weight-reducing portion (132) is provided on the first connecting portion (130); and / or, A fixing seat (121) is provided on a side of the second limiting portion (120) facing away from the first limiting portion (110), and a mounting hole (122) is provided on the fixing seat (121).

6. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: An upwardly extending limiting section (111) is formed at one end of the first limiting portion (110) away from the second limiting portion (120), and the limiting section (111) is configured to abut against a side of the oil tank (20) facing away from the vehicle frame.

7. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (100) and the fixing member (200) are respectively provided with mounting structures, and the mounting structures are configured to mount external components.

8. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mounting structure on the frame (100) comprises a plurality of first fastening holes (133) provided on the first connecting portion (130); The first connecting portion (130) includes a reinforcing rib (134), and at least part of the first fastening holes (133) are located on the reinforcing rib (134); and / or, The mounting structure on the frame (100) comprises a first mounting seat (123) arranged on a side of the second limiting portion (120) away from the first limiting portion (110), and a second fastening hole (124) is provided on the first mounting seat (123).

9. The fuel tank bracket according to claim 7, characterized in that: The mounting structure on the fixing member (200) comprises a second mounting seat (240) arranged on the fixing member (200), and a third fastening hole (241) is provided on the second mounting seat (240).

10. A vehicle, characterized in that: The vehicle comprises a vehicle frame, a fuel tank (20), and the fuel tank bracket according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the fuel tank bracket is mounted on the vehicle frame, and the fuel tank (20) is mounted on the fuel tank bracket.

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