Rearview mirror assembly for vehicle and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle and the vehicle, and the rearview mirror assembly comprises a base arranged in a vehicle body; the camera is movably arranged on the base, the camera has an unfolded state and a folded state, in the unfolded state, the camera extends out of the outer surface of the vehicle body, and in the folded state, the camera is contained in the vehicle body; the driving device is arranged on the base and is suitable for driving the camera to be switched between an unfolded state and a folded state; wherein the base is provided with a first limiting part and a second limiting part, the camera is provided with a third limiting part right opposite to the first limiting part in the moving direction and a fourth limiting part right opposite to the second limiting part in the moving direction, in the unfolding state, the first limiting part abuts against the third limiting part, and in the folding state, the first limiting part abuts against the fourth limiting part. The second limiting part abuts against the fourth limiting part. According to the rearview mirror assembly, the position state of the camera can be accurately controlled, and the use safety of the camera is guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to a rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle and the vehicle itself. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, retractable cameras are installed on both sides of the vehicle to replace rearview mirrors. However, when the cameras retract into the vehicle body, a portion of them remains exposed. The cameras lack sufficient movement precision and are susceptible to external damage. Therefore, optimizing the retractable structure of the cameras and improving the safety of rearview mirror use has become an urgent problem to be solved in this field. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one objective of this invention is to provide a rearview mirror assembly for vehicles. The rearview mirror assembly proposed in this invention can precisely control the position and status of the camera, ensuring the safe use of the camera.

[0004] This utility model also proposes a vehicle having the above-mentioned rearview mirror assembly.

[0005] The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to this utility model includes: a base disposed within a vehicle body; a camera movably disposed on the base, the camera having an unfolded state and a retracted state, wherein in the unfolded state the camera extends out of the outer surface of the vehicle body, and in the retracted state the camera is housed within the vehicle body; and a drive device disposed on the base and adapted to drive the camera to switch between the unfolded state and the retracted state; wherein the base is provided with a first limiting part and a second limiting part, and the camera is provided with a third limiting part facing the first limiting part in the moving direction and a fourth limiting part facing the second limiting part in the moving direction; in the unfolded state, the first limiting part and the third limiting part abut against each other; and in the retracted state, the second limiting part and the fourth limiting part abut against each other.

[0006] The rearview mirror assembly for vehicles according to this utility model features a movable camera installed inside the vehicle body. A drive device allows the camera to be selectively switched between an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, the camera extends outside the vehicle body and captures external road conditions, thus realizing the function of a rearview mirror. In the retracted state, the camera is completely housed inside the vehicle body for protection and to reduce wind resistance. Precise positioning of the camera inside and outside the vehicle body is achieved through the stop between the first and third limiting parts and the stop between the second and fourth limiting parts, ensuring the safe use of the camera.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the distance between the third limiting portion and the first limiting portion is adjustable; and / or, the distance between the second limiting portion and the fourth limiting portion is adjustable.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the base is provided with a first stop plate and a second stop plate spaced apart in the direction of camera movement; the camera is provided with a third stop plate, which is directly opposite to the first stop plate and the second stop plate in the direction of movement, and the third stop plate is provided with a third limiting part and a fourth limiting part movably.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the third limiting part is constructed to thread with the third stop plate and is a first bolt, the first stop plate and the first bolt abutting against each other and forming the first limiting part; the fourth limiting part is constructed to thread with the third stop plate and is a second bolt, the second stop plate and the second bolt abutting against each other and forming the second limiting part.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the base includes: a base plate, on which a first track and a second track are provided, the first track and the second track being parallel and spaced apart, the camera being movably disposed on the first track, and the driving device being movably disposed on the second track; a side plate, the side plate being disposed on at least a portion of the outer periphery of the base plate and defining a mounting cavity for accommodating the camera between the side plate and the base plate, the side plate being connected to the driving device, and the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion protruding from the side plate respectively.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the driving device includes: a motor having a rotatable driving end; a driving rod connected to the driving end; a first rod, one end of which is hinged to the camera, and the other end of which is hinged to one end of the driving rod; the driving rod rotates and increases the angle between the driving rod and the first rod to push the camera to the outer surface of the vehicle body, and the driving rod rotates and decreases the angle between the driving rod and the first rod to retract the camera; a second rod, one end of which is hinged to the base, and the other end of which is hinged to the other end of the driving rod; the driving rod rotates and increases the angle between the driving rod and the second rod to push the driving device away from the second rod and push the camera out, and the driving rod rotates and decreases the angle between the driving rod and the second rod to pull the driving device closer to the second rod and retract the camera.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a clearance groove is formed on one of the drive rod and the first rod, and when the camera is retracted into the vehicle body, the drive rod and the other of the first rod are accommodated in the clearance groove.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first rod and the second rod are staggered in the extension direction of the drive end.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the rearview mirror assembly further includes: a fixed bracket, the fixed bracket being disposed on the side plate, a mounting groove being formed at the end of the fixed bracket, and the end of the second rod being received in the mounting groove and hinged to the fixed bracket.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the drive rod includes: a drive rod body; a bent section, the bent section being disposed at the end of the drive rod body and hinged to the second rod, the bent section and the drive rod body defining the clearance groove in a direction away from the drive end.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the rearview mirror assembly further includes: a detection device, the detection device being disposed on the base and adapted to detect the position state of the camera, the detection device being adapted to control the driving device to stop driving when the camera reaches the unfolded state or the retracted state.

[0017] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the detection device includes: a first micro switch, which is disposed on the base and electrically connected to the driving device, and is adapted to control the driving device to stop driving when the camera reaches the unfolded state; and a second micro switch, which is disposed on the base and electrically connected to the driving device, and is adapted to control the driving device to stop driving when the camera reaches the retracted state.

[0018] The vehicle according to this utility model is briefly described below.

[0019] The vehicle according to this utility model includes a body and a rearview mirror assembly. The rearview mirror assembly is disposed within the body and constructed as described in any of the above embodiments. Since the vehicle according to this utility model includes the rearview mirror assembly described in any of the above embodiments, by using a camera instead of a rearview mirror, the camera can be retracted into the body for concealment, thus protecting the camera, improving the safety of vehicle components, and reducing overall vehicle cost.

[0020] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the camera of the rearview mirror assembly includes: a camera bracket, which is movably disposed on the base and connected to the first linkage member; and a camera body, which is rotatably disposed on the camera bracket, with an overlapping edge formed at one end of the camera body away from the camera bracket, and a mating groove formed on the vehicle body that is directly opposite to the overlapping edge, wherein the overlapping edge is adapted to abut against the inner wall of the mating groove to ensure that the outer surface of the vehicle body is flush.

[0021] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the rearview mirror assembly structure according to some embodiments of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a side view of the internal structure of a rearview mirror assembly according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the camera and the vehicle body of a rearview mirror assembly according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0026] Figure label:

[0027] Rearview mirror assembly 1;

[0028] Body 10, mating groove 101; base 11, bottom plate 111, side plate 112, first track 113, second track 114, fixing bracket 115, mounting groove 1151;

[0029] Camera 12, camera bracket 121, camera body 122, overlapping edge 123;

[0030] Drive device 13, motor 131, drive end 1311, drive rod 132, drive rod body 1321, bent section 1322, clearance groove 133;

[0031] First shot 141, second shot 142;

[0032] First micro switch 151, second micro switch 152;

[0033] First stop plate 161, second stop plate 162, third stop plate 163, first bolt 1631, second bolt 1632. Detailed Implementation

[0034] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0035] In related technologies, retractable cameras are installed on both sides of the vehicle to replace rearview mirrors. However, when the cameras retract into the vehicle body, a portion of them remains exposed. The cameras lack sufficient movement precision and are susceptible to external damage. Therefore, optimizing the retractable structure of the cameras and improving the safety of rearview mirror use has become an urgent problem to be solved in this field.

[0036] The following is for reference. Figures 1-3 This invention describes a rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] The rearview mirror assembly 1 for a vehicle according to the present invention includes: a base 11 disposed within a vehicle body 10; a camera 12 movably disposed on the base 11, the camera 12 having an unfolded state and a retracted state, wherein in the unfolded state, the camera 12 extends out of the outer surface of the vehicle body 10, and in the retracted state, the camera 12 is housed inside the vehicle body 10; and a drive device 13 disposed on the base 11 and adapted to drive the camera 12 to switch between the unfolded state and the retracted state; wherein the base 11 is provided with a first limiting part and a second limiting part, and the camera 12 is provided with a third limiting part facing the first limiting part in the moving direction and a fourth limiting part facing the second limiting part in the moving direction, wherein in the unfolded state, the first limiting part and the third limiting part abut against each other, and in the retracted state, the second limiting part and the fourth limiting part abut against each other.

[0038] Specifically, the base 11 is located inside the vehicle body 10. The base 11 provides a foundation and support for the installation and movement of the camera 12. A first track 113 is provided on the base 11. The camera 12 switches between an unfolded state and a retracted state by reciprocating on the first track 113. When the camera 12 is in the unfolded state, the camera 12 extends out of the outer surface of the vehicle body 10 to capture images of the outside of the vehicle body 10 and provide feedback to the user inside the vehicle. When the camera 12 is in the retracted state, the camera 12 is completely housed inside the vehicle body 10. This can protect the camera 12 from damage by the external environment and also keep the appearance of the vehicle body 10 clean. A drive device 13 is provided on the base 11. The drive device 13 cooperates with the camera 12 and drives the camera 12 to switch between an unfolded state and a retracted state. In order to ensure the accurate positioning of the camera 12 in the unfolded state and the retracted state, a first limiting part and a second limiting part are provided on the base 11. A third limiting part is provided on the camera 12, which is directly opposite to the first limiting part in the moving direction, and a fourth limiting part is provided, which is directly opposite to the second limiting part in the moving direction. When the camera 12 is in the unfolded state, the first limiting part will stop against the third limiting part, so that the camera 12 can no longer move outward of the vehicle body 10, thereby ensuring the stability of the camera 12 in the unfolded state. When the camera 12 is in the retracted state, the second limiting part will stop against the fourth limiting part, so that the camera 12 can no longer move inward, thereby ensuring the stability of the camera 12 in the retracted state. The camera 12 is driven by the drive device 13 to reciprocate along the first track 113. The camera 12 can be selectively extended outside the vehicle body 10 to observe the road conditions, thus realizing the function of a vehicle rearview mirror. Alternatively, the camera 12 can be retracted into the vehicle body 10 for protection, avoiding external damage to the camera 12 and reducing the wind resistance of the vehicle body 10. When the vehicle is locked, since the camera 12 is completely housed inside the vehicle body 10, it also provides ample space for pedestrians to pass through. The precise positioning of the camera 12 inside and outside the vehicle body 10 is achieved through the stop between the first and third limiting parts and the stop between the second and fourth limiting parts, which not only meets the shooting needs of the camera 12 but also ensures the safety and cleanliness of the camera 12 and the vehicle body 10.

[0039] According to the present invention, a rearview mirror assembly 1 for a vehicle is provided with a movable camera 12 inside the vehicle body 10. The camera 12 can be selectively driven to switch between an unfolded state and a retracted state by a drive device 13. In the unfolded state, the camera 12 extends to the outside of the vehicle body 10 and captures the external road conditions, realizing the function of a rearview mirror. In the retracted state, the camera 12 is completely housed inside the vehicle body 10 to protect the camera 12 and ensure the aesthetic appearance of the vehicle body 10. The camera 12 is accurately positioned inside and outside the vehicle body 10 by the stop between the first limit part and the third limit part, as well as the stop between the second limit part and the fourth limit part, ensuring the safe use of the camera 12.

[0040] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the distance between the third limiting part and the first limiting part is adjustable; and / or, the distance between the second limiting part and the fourth limiting part is adjustable.

[0041] Specifically, by making the distance between the third limiting part and the first limiting part adjustable, the extension length of the camera 12 in the unfolded state can be adjusted according to actual needs. For example, to obtain a wider external field of view, the extension distance of the camera 12 can be increased by adjusting the distance between the first and third limiting parts; conversely, to reduce wind resistance or prevent the camera 12 from colliding with external objects, the extension distance of the camera 12 can be shortened by adjusting the distance between the third and first limiting parts. Similarly, the distance between the second limiting part and the fourth limiting part is also adjustable, allowing the storage position of the camera 12 in the retracted state to be adjusted according to actual needs. For example, to prevent the camera 12 from being subjected to external impacts, the camera 12 can be housed deeper inside the vehicle body 10 by adjusting the distance between the second and fourth limiting parts; and to switch the camera 12 to the unfolded state more quickly, the camera 12 can be retracted closer to the vehicle body 10 by adjusting the distance between the second and fourth limiting parts. By making the distance between the first and third limiting parts and the distance between the second and fourth limiting parts adjustable, the safety and convenience of using the camera 12 are improved.

[0042] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the base 11 is provided with a first stop plate 161 and a second stop plate 162 that are spaced apart in the moving direction of the camera 12; the camera 12 is provided with a third stop plate 163, which is directly opposite to the first stop plate 161 and the second stop plate 162 in the moving direction, and the third stop plate 163 is provided with a third limiting part and a fourth limiting part that are movably provided.

[0043] Specifically, a first stop plate 161 and a second stop plate 162 are spaced apart on the base 11, and a third stop plate 163 is provided on the camera 12. The third stop plate 163, the first stop plate 161, and the second stop plate 162 are respectively facing each other in the moving direction of the camera 12. When the camera 12 moves to the unfolded state, the third stop plate 163 and the first stop plate 161 abut against each other to limit the extension length of the camera 12. When the camera 12 moves to the retracted state, the third stop plate 163... The second stop plate 162 abuts against the camera 12 to limit its movement distance inside the vehicle body 10. The third stop plate 163 is movably provided with a third limiting part and a fourth limiting part. By moving the third limiting part and the fourth limiting part, the distance between the third stop plate 163 and the first stop plate 161 in the unfolded state can be adjusted, as well as the distance between the third stop plate 163 and the second stop plate 162 in the retracted state, thereby flexibly adjusting the extension length and retracted length of the camera 12.

[0044] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the third limiting part is constructed to thread with the first bolt 1631 of the third stop plate 163, and the first stop plate 161 and the first bolt 1631 together form the first limiting part; the fourth limiting part is constructed to thread with the second bolt 1632 of the third stop plate 163, and the second stop plate 162 and the second bolt 1632 together form the second limiting part.

[0045] like Figure 1 As shown, the third limiting part and the fourth limiting part are respectively constructed as a first bolt 1631 and a second bolt 1632 screwed to the third stop plate 163. The first bolt 1631 is adapted to abut against the first stop plate 161. By twisting the first bolt 1631, the distance between the first stop plate 161 and the third stop plate 163 can be flexibly adjusted. Similarly, by twisting the second bolt 1632, the distance between the second stop plate 162 and the third stop plate 163 can be flexibly adjusted. By setting the first bolt 1631 and the second bolt 1632 on the third stop plate 163 to adjust the distance between the third stop plate 163, the first stop plate 161, and the second stop plate 162, the structure is simple and improves the flexibility and convenience of distance adjustment.

[0046] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the base 11 includes: a base plate 111, on which a first track 113 and a second track 114 are provided, the first track 113 and the second track 114 are parallel and spaced apart from each other on the base plate 111, a camera 12 is movably disposed on the first track 113, and a driving device 13 is movably disposed on the second track 114; a side plate 112, which is disposed on at least part of the outer periphery of the base plate 111 and defines a mounting cavity for accommodating the camera 12 between the side plate 111 and the base plate 111, the side plate 112 is connected to the driving device 13, and a first limiting part and a second limiting part protrude from the side plate 112 respectively.

[0047] like Figure 1 As shown, a first track 113 and a second track 114 are provided on the base plate 111. The first track 113 and the second track 114 are parallel and spaced apart, providing a basis for the movement of the camera 12 and the drive device 13. The camera 12 is movably mounted on the first track 113 and can move back and forth along the first track 113 on the base plate 111. The camera 12 switches between an extended state and a retracted state, ensuring smoother and more controllable movement. The drive device 13 is movably mounted on the second track 114 and can move along the second track 114 to better cooperate with the camera 12 and realize its extension or retraction drive function. A side plate 112 is provided on at least part of the outer periphery of the base plate 111 and defines a mounting cavity for accommodating the camera 12 between the side plate 111 and the base plate 111. The mounting cavity provides a safer installation environment for the camera 12, preventing the camera 12 from being subjected to external impacts or damage. At the same time, the side plate 112 is also connected to the drive device 13, providing support for the drive device 13. The first and second limiting parts protrude from the side plate 112 to restrict the movement range of the camera 12. When the camera 12 moves to the unfolded state, the first limiting part abuts against the third limiting part; when the camera 12 moves to the retracted state, the second limiting part abuts against the fourth limiting part. By setting the camera 12 and the drive device 13 on the first track 113 and the second track 114 respectively, and defining the mounting cavity using the side plate 112 and the base plate 111, the structure of the entire base 11 becomes more compact and orderly. Since the camera 12 and the drive device 13 move along fixed tracks, their movement trajectories are more stable and controllable, reducing the risk of failure due to shaking or deviation and improving safety.

[0048] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the driving device 13 includes: a motor 131 having a rotatable driving end 1311; a driving rod 132 connected to the driving end 1311; and a first rod 141, one end of which is hinged to the camera 12, and the other end of which is hinged to one end of the driving rod 132. The driving rod 132 rotates and increases the angle between the driving rod 132 and the first rod 141 to push the camera 12 to the outer surface of the vehicle body 10. The driving rod 132 rotates and decreases the angle between the driving rod 132 and the first rod 141. 2. The angle between the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 is adjusted to retract the camera 12; the second rod 142 is hinged at one end to the base 11 and at the other end to the drive rod 132. The drive rod 132 rotates and increases the angle between the drive rod 132 and the second rod 142 to push the drive device 13 away from the second rod 142 and push the camera 12 out. The drive rod 132 rotates and decreases the angle between the drive rod 132 and the second rod 142 to pull the drive device 13 closer to the second rod 142 and retract the camera 12.

[0049] Specifically, motor 131 provides power for the rotation of drive end 1311. Drive end 1311 is connected to drive rod 132, thereby driving drive rod 132 to rotate. Both ends of drive rod 132 are hinged to first rod 141 and second rod 142 respectively. The hinge allows drive rod 132 to change the angle between itself and first rod 141 and drive rod 132, as well as the angle between second rod 142 and drive rod 132, when it rotates. One end of first rod 141 is hinged to camera 12, and the other end of first rod 141 is hinged to one end of drive rod 132. When drive rod 132 rotates and increases the angle between drive rod 132 and first rod 141, first rod 141 pushes camera 12 to the outer surface of vehicle body 10 and moves it to the unfolded state. When drive rod 132 rotates and decreases the angle between drive rod 132 and first rod 141, first rod 141 pulls camera 12 back and moves it to the retracted state. One end of the second rod 142 is hinged to the base 11, and the other end of the second rod 142 is hinged to the other end of the drive rod 132. This allows the drive device 13 to remain stable when pushing the camera 12. When the drive rod 132 rotates and increases the angle between the drive rod 132 and the second rod 142, the second rod 142 will push the drive device 13 away from the second rod 142 and push the camera 12 out. When the drive rod 132 rotates and decreases the angle between the drive rod 132 and the second rod 142, the second rod 142 will pull the drive device 13 closer to the second rod 142, and in this process, retract the camera 12. By adopting a hinged connection and driving the camera 12 to move through a linkage, the movement of the camera 12 is more stable and controllable, and the structure of the drive device 13 is relatively compact, reducing the space occupied by the drive device 13, which is beneficial for layout within the limited space of the vehicle body 10.

[0050] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a clearance groove 133 is formed on one of the drive rod 132 and the first rod 141. When the camera 12 is retracted into the body 10, the other of the drive rod 132 and the first rod 141 is accommodated in the clearance groove 133.

[0051] Specifically, the clearance groove 133 can be set on the drive rod 132. When the drive rod 132 rotates and drives the first rod 141 to move, and the camera 12 is retracted into the body 10, the first rod 141 moves toward the drive rod 132 and into the clearance groove 133, so that at least part of the first rod 141 is folded with the drive rod 132, reducing the space occupied by the first rod 141 and the drive rod 132. Similarly, the clearance groove 133 can also be set on the first rod 141. When the first rod 141 moves toward the drive rod 132, the clearance groove 133 avoids the drive rod 132, so that at least part of the first rod 141 can be folded with the drive rod 132, making the storage of the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 more compact, reducing the space occupied by the first rod 141 and the drive rod 132.

[0052] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 are staggered in the extension direction of the drive end 1311.

[0053] Specifically, the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 are staggered in the extension direction of the driving end 1311 of the driving rod 132. When the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 move toward the driving rod 132 respectively, it is ensured that the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 will not collide or interfere with each other, ensuring that the driving rod 132 rotates smoothly. Through the rotation of the driving rod 132, the first rod 141 and the second rod 142 can be folded and unfolded more smoothly in the extension direction of the driving end 1311. The first rod 141 and the second rod 142 can be folded and stored in the extension direction of the driving end 1311, making the storage structure of the first rod 141, the second rod 142 and the driving rod 132 more compact.

[0054] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the rearview mirror assembly 1 further includes: a fixed bracket 115, the fixed bracket 115 is disposed on the side plate 112, a mounting groove 1151 is formed at the end of the fixed bracket 115, and the end of the second rod 142 is received in the mounting groove 1151 and hinged to the fixed bracket 115.

[0055] like Figure 1As shown, a fixed bracket 115 extending along the height direction is provided on the base 11. At the end of the fixed bracket 115, a mounting groove 1151 opening in the height direction is formed. The end of the second rod 142 is received in the mounting groove 1151 and hinged to the fixed bracket 115. With the support of the fixed bracket 115, the second rod 142 can be more stable when rotating, and is less prone to shaking or displacement. It also reduces the installation difficulty of the second rod 142. It is only necessary to insert the end of the second rod 142 into the mounting groove 1151 and fix it to the fixed bracket 115 by hinge, thus saving the installation and maintenance costs of the second rod 142.

[0056] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the drive rod 132 includes: a drive rod body 1321; a bent section 1322, the bent section 1322 being disposed at the end of the drive rod body 1321 and hinged to the second rod 142, the bent section 1322 and the drive rod body 1321 defining an avoidance groove 133 in the direction away from the drive end 1311.

[0057] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the drive rod 132 includes a drive rod body 1321 and a bent section 1322 connected to each other. The bent section 1322 is disposed at the end of the drive rod body 1321 and is adapted to be hinged to the second rod 142. A clearance groove 133 is defined between the bent section 1322 and the drive rod body 1321. When the camera 12 is retracted, at least a portion of the first rod 141 can be accommodated in the clearance groove 133, so that at least a portion of the first rod 141 and the drive rod 132 can be folded in the extension direction of the drive end 1311, thereby avoiding interference or collision between the first rod 141 and the drive rod 132. This not only improves the compactness and space utilization efficiency between the drive rod 132 and the first rod 141, but also ensures the smoothness and reliability of the drive rod 132 and the first rod 141 during operation.

[0058] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the rearview mirror assembly 1 further includes: a detection device, which is disposed on the base 11 and adapted to detect the position of the camera 12, and is adapted to control the drive device 13 to stop driving when the camera 12 reaches the unfolded state or the retracted state.

[0059] Specifically, the camera 12 has an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, the camera 12 extends outside the vehicle body 10, providing the driver with a clear view. In the retracted state, the camera 12 is housed inside the vehicle body 10 to reduce its impact on the vehicle's appearance and protect it from damage by the external environment. To ensure that the camera 12 can accurately switch between the extended and retracted states and stop driving when these states are reached to avoid unnecessary wear or damage, a detection device is provided on the base 11. The detection device is suitable for detecting the position of the camera 12. The detection device can monitor the position of the camera 12 in real time using sensors (such as position sensors, photoelectric sensors, etc.). The detection device is electrically connected to the drive unit 13. When the detection device detects that the camera 12 has reached the extended or retracted state, it sends a stop signal to the drive unit 13 to control the drive unit 13 to stop driving. This not only protects the camera 12 and the drive unit 13 but also improves the reliability and durability of the entire rearview mirror assembly 1. By installing a detection device on the base 11 to detect the position and status of the camera 12, the vehicle rearview mirror assembly 1 becomes more intelligent and automated. Through real-time monitoring and control of the position and status of the camera 12 by the detection device, it can be ensured that the camera 12 can accurately extend to the outside of the vehicle body 10 to provide a field of view when needed, and can be smoothly housed inside the vehicle body 10 for protection when not needed.

[0060] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the detection device includes: a first micro switch 151, which is disposed on the base 11 and electrically connected to the driving device 13, and is adapted to control the driving device 13 to stop driving when the camera 12 reaches the unfolded state; and a second micro switch 152, which is disposed on the base 11 and electrically connected to the driving device 13, and is adapted to control the driving device 13 to stop driving when the camera 12 reaches the retracted state.

[0061] Specifically, the detection device uses a first micro switch 151 and a second micro switch 152 to detect and control the position of the camera 12. The first micro switch 151 is located on the side closer to the vehicle body 10 and is electrically connected to the drive device 13. When the camera 12 reaches the extended state, the first micro switch 151 is triggered and sends a stop signal to the drive device 13, controlling the drive device 13 to stop driving. This ensures that the camera 12 will not continue to move after being fully extended, maintaining a stable field of view and preventing the camera 12 from overextending. The second micro switch 152 is located on the side farther from the vehicle body 10 and is electrically connected to the drive device 13. When the camera 12 reaches the retracted state, the second micro switch 152 is triggered and sends a stop signal to the drive device 13, controlling the drive device 13 to stop driving. This ensures that the camera 12 will not continue to move after being fully retracted, avoiding unnecessary interference or damage to the interior of the vehicle body 10. With precise control of the first micro switch 151 and the second micro switch 152, it can be ensured that the camera 12 can accurately stop driving when switching between the unfolded state and the retracted state, thereby improving the stability and durability of the entire rearview mirror assembly 1.

[0062] The vehicle according to this utility model is briefly described below.

[0063] The vehicle according to this utility model includes a body 10 and a rearview mirror assembly 1. The rearview mirror assembly 1 is disposed within the body 10 and constructed as described in any of the above embodiments. Since the vehicle according to this utility model includes the rearview mirror assembly 1 as described in any of the above embodiments, by using a camera 12 instead of a rearview mirror, the camera 12 can be retracted into the body 10 for concealment, thus protecting the camera 12, improving the safety of vehicle components, and reducing the overall vehicle cost.

[0064] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the camera 12 of the rearview mirror assembly 1 includes: a camera bracket 121, which is movably disposed on the base 11 and connected to the first linkage member; a camera body 122, which is rotatably disposed on the camera bracket 121, and an overlapping edge 123 is formed at one end of the camera body 122 away from the camera bracket 121. A mating groove 101 is formed on the vehicle body 10 that is directly opposite to the overlapping edge 123. The overlapping edge 123 is adapted to abut against the inner wall of the mating groove 101 to ensure that the outer surface of the vehicle body 10 is flush.

[0065] Specifically, the camera bracket 121 is movably mounted on the base 11 and connected to the first linkage member, allowing the camera bracket 121 to move along the first track 113 under the drive of the first linkage member. This causes the camera body 122 to extend or retract into the vehicle body 10. The camera body 122 is rotatably mounted on the camera bracket 121, increasing the flexibility of the camera 12's shooting angle adjustment, allowing the driver to adjust the camera 12's viewing angle as needed. An overlapping edge 123 is formed at the end of the camera body 122 facing away from the camera bracket 121. A mating groove 101 is provided on the vehicle body 10, directly opposite the overlapping edge 123. When the camera 12 retracts into the vehicle body 10, the overlapping edge 123 abuts against the inner wall of the mating groove 101, ensuring that the camera body 122 is flush with the outer surface of the vehicle body 10. This helps reduce wind resistance during vehicle operation and makes the vehicle's appearance cleaner.

[0066] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0067] In the description of this utility model, "first feature" and "second feature" may include one or more of the features.

[0068] In the description of this utility model, "multiple" means two or more.

[0069] In the description of this utility model, the first feature being "above" or "below" the second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or it may include the first and second features not being in direct contact but being in contact through another feature between them.

[0070] In the description of this utility model, the terms "above", "over" and "on top" for the first feature and the second feature include the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicate that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature.

[0071] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above 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 one or more embodiments or examples.

[0072] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle, characterized in that, include: A base (11) is disposed inside the vehicle body (10); A camera (12) is movably disposed on the base (11). The camera (12) has an unfolded state and a retracted state. In the unfolded state, the camera (12) extends out of the outer surface of the vehicle body (10). In the retracted state, the camera (12) is housed inside the vehicle body (10). A driving device (13) is disposed on the base (11) and adapted to drive the camera (12) to switch between the unfolded state and the retracted state; in The base (11) is provided with a first limiting part and a second limiting part, and the camera (12) is provided with a third limiting part that is directly opposite to the first limiting part in the moving direction and a fourth limiting part that is directly opposite to the second limiting part in the moving direction. In the unfolded state, the first limiting part and the third limiting part abut against each other. In the retracted state, the second limiting part and the fourth limiting part abut against each other.

2. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between the third limiting part and the first limiting part is adjustable; and / or, the distance between the second limiting part and the fourth limiting part is adjustable.

3. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 2, characterized in that, The base (11) is provided with a first stop plate (161) and a second stop plate (162) spaced apart in the moving direction of the camera (12); The camera (12) is provided with a third stop plate (163), which is directly opposite to the first stop plate (161) and the second stop plate (162) in the moving direction. The third stop plate (163) is provided with a third limiting part and a fourth limiting part that are movably provided.

4. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 3, characterized in that, The third limiting part is constructed to thread a first bolt (1631) that is threadedly engaged with the third stop plate (163). The first stop plate (161) and the first bolt (1631) abut against each other and are constructed as the first limiting part. The fourth limiting part is constructed as a second bolt (1632) that is threadedly engaged with the third stop plate (163). The second stop plate (162) and the second bolt (1632) abut against each other and are constructed as the second limiting part.

5. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (11) includes: A base plate (111) is provided with a first track (113) and a second track (114). The first track (113) and the second track (114) are parallel and spaced apart on the base plate (111). The camera (12) is movably disposed on the first track (113), and the driving device (13) is movably disposed on the second track (114). A side plate (112) is disposed on at least part of the outer periphery of the base plate (111) and defines a mounting cavity for accommodating the camera (12) between the base plate (111) and the base plate (111). The side plate (112) is connected to the driving device (13). The first limiting part and the second limiting part protrude from the side plate (112).

6. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 5, characterized in that, The drive device (13) includes: An electric motor (131) having a rotatable drive end (1311); A drive rod (132) is connected to the drive end (1311); The first rod (141) has one end hinged to the camera (12) and the other end hinged to one end of the drive rod (132). The drive rod (132) rotates and increases the angle between the drive rod (132) and the first rod (141) to push the camera (12) to the outer surface of the vehicle body (10). The drive rod (132) rotates and decreases the angle between the drive rod (132) and the first rod (141) to retract the camera (12). The second rod (142) has one end hinged to the base (11) and the other end hinged to the other end of the drive rod (132). The drive rod (132) rotates and increases the angle between the drive rod (132) and the second rod (142) to push the drive device (13) away from the second rod (142) and push out the camera (12). The drive rod (132) rotates and decreases the angle between the drive rod (132) and the second rod (142) to pull the drive device (13) closer to the second rod (142) and retract the camera (12).

7. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 6, characterized in that, A clearance groove (133)(101) is formed on one of the drive rod (132) and the first rod (141). When the camera (12) is retracted into the vehicle body (10), the other of the drive rod (132) and the first rod (141) is accommodated in the clearance groove (133)(101).

8. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 7, characterized in that, The first rod (141) and the second rod (142) are staggered in the extension direction of the drive end (1311).

9. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 8, characterized in that, Also includes: A fixed bracket (115) is disposed on the side plate (112). An installation groove (1151) is formed at the end of the fixed bracket (115). The end of the second rod (142) is received in the installation groove (1151) and hinged to the fixed bracket (115).

10. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 9, characterized in that, The drive rod (132) includes: Drive rod body (1321); A bent section (1322) is disposed at the end of the drive rod body (1321) and hinged to the second rod (142). The bent section (1322) and the drive rod body (1321) define the clearance groove (133) (101) in a direction away from the drive end (1311).

11. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: A detection device is disposed on the base (11) and adapted to detect the position state of the camera (12). The detection device is adapted to control the driving device (13) to stop driving when the camera (12) reaches the unfolded state or the retracted state.

12. The rearview mirror assembly for a vehicle according to claim 11, characterized in that, The detection device includes: A first micro switch (151) is disposed on the base (11) and electrically connected to the drive device (13). The first micro switch (151) is adapted to control the drive device (13) to stop driving when the camera (12) reaches the unfolded state. A second micro switch (152) is disposed on the base (11) and electrically connected to the drive device (13). The second micro switch (152) is adapted to control the drive device (13) to stop driving when the camera (12) reaches the retracted state.

13. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: Body (10); A rearview mirror assembly disposed within the vehicle body (10) and configured as the rearview mirror assembly according to any one of claims 1-12.

14. The vehicle according to claim 13, characterized in that, The rearview mirror assembly includes a camera (12): A camera bracket (121) is movably mounted on the base (11) and connected to the drive device (13); A camera body (122) is rotatably mounted on the camera bracket (121). An overlapping edge (123) is formed at one end of the camera body (122) away from the camera bracket (121). A mating groove is formed on the vehicle body (10) that is directly opposite to the overlapping edge (123). The overlapping edge (123) is adapted to abut against the inner wall of the mating groove to ensure that the outer surface of the vehicle body (10) is flush.

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