Tool box and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a tool box and a vehicle. The tool box comprises a tool box body and a water guide structure. The tool box body is provided with a first surface and a second surface which are arranged oppositely, the second surface is provided with a first groove for installing an electric device, and the water guide structure is arranged on the second surface in a protruding mode and located on the first side, adjacent to the first side face of the tool box body, of the first groove. In this way, the reliability of the electric device can be improved, and the cost can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to a toolbox and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] As automobiles become increasingly functional, their electrical systems are becoming more complex, particularly the diverse layout of electrical systems in the trunk area. In modern cars, the area below the toolbox in the trunk is often used to store various electronic devices and electrical components. These devices are sensitive to moisture. The applicant of this application discovered that if electronic devices or electrical components are not effectively protected, they may short-circuit under accidental water spills, leading to malfunction or even damage. Therefore, improving the reliability of electrical components has become an urgent problem to be solved. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main technical problem addressed by this application is to provide a toolbox and vehicle that can improve the reliability of electrical components and reduce costs.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, one technical solution adopted in this application is: to provide a tool box, which includes: a tool box body, having a first surface and a second surface disposed opposite to each other, wherein the second surface is provided with a first groove for mounting electrical components; and a water guiding structure, protruding on the second surface and located on a first side adjacent to the first groove and the first side of the tool box body.

[0005] The water guiding structure is integrally formed with the toolbox body.

[0006] The water-guiding structure includes a second side connected to the first side, wherein the second side and the first side are in a smooth connection.

[0007] In the direction from the first surface to the second surface, the second side surface is inclined toward the direction of the first groove.

[0008] The first side has a second groove, which extends from the first side to the second side.

[0009] The height of the water-guiding structure protruding from the opening of the first groove is greater than 20 mm.

[0010] The water-guiding structure extends from the first side of the first groove to the second side of the first groove, and the second side is connected to the first side.

[0011] The water-guiding structure extends further to a third side of the first groove, with the second side positioned opposite to the third side. The toolbox is made of at least one of polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyvinyl chloride.

[0012] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, another technical solution adopted in this application is to provide a vehicle, which includes a toolbox as described in any of the above claims.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: Unlike the prior art, the tool box in this application has a water-guiding structure protruding from the second surface of the tool box body and located on the first side adjacent to the first groove and the first side of the tool box body. On the one hand, the water-guiding structure allows water flowing from the first surface of the tool box body to flow to the electrical components located in the first groove through the first side, and the water-guiding structure can guide the water flow to the outside of the electrical components, blocking the water flow to the electrical components, thus forming an effective water ingress protection for the electrical components, thereby avoiding short circuits caused by water ingress and improving the reliability of the electrical components. On the other hand, the technical solution of this application does not require an additional protective structure or adjustment of the placement position of the electrical components, thereby improving the utilization rate of the trunk space and reducing costs. Attached Figure Description

[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Wherein:

[0015] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the toolbox of this application;

[0016] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A structural diagram of the toolbox;

[0017] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the toolbox.

[0018] Figure label:

[0019] 1. Tool box;

[0020] 10. Tool box body; 101. First surface; 102. Second surface; 103. First side;

[0021] 110. First groove; 111. First side; 112. Second side;

[0022] 120. Second groove; 121. Third side;

[0023] 20. Water guiding structure; 201. Second side surface; 210. Arc-shaped part. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0025] Tool boxes are primarily used to store basic tools needed for emergency repairs and routine maintenance, such as screwdrivers, jacks, tire changing tools, and first-aid kits. In addition, tool boxes can also store other emergency items, such as reflective triangles and warning lights. In existing vehicles, electrical components are typically placed below the tool box. The trunk is a commonly used storage space; however, if items placed in the trunk are accidentally spilled with water, such as when a fishing bucket is overturned or the packaging of fish or shrimp is damaged, water can easily flow from the top to the bottom of the tool box. This water can drip onto the stored electrical components, potentially causing short circuits and unexpected malfunctions. This can not only prevent the components from functioning properly but, in severe cases, may even lead to electrical fires, endangering personal safety. To prevent accidental water ingress into electrical components, this application proposes the following technical solution.

[0026] See Figure 1 The toolbox 1 includes a toolbox body 10 and a water guiding structure 20. The toolbox body 10 has a first surface 101 and a second surface 102 arranged opposite to each other, wherein the second surface 102 is provided with a first groove 110 for mounting electrical components.

[0027] Specifically, the toolbox 1 can be a basic toolbox, a comprehensive toolbox, a professional toolbox, an emergency repair toolbox, a vehicle repair toolbox, a complete set of automotive repair tools, or a portable toolbox. Various electrical components are arranged between the toolbox 1 and the floor. These electrical components include a power amplifier, a battery, a DC-DC converter, and an inverter. The first surface 101 of the toolbox body 10 is used to place repair tools and emergency tools, and the second surface 102 of the toolbox body 10 is used to accommodate electrical components. In practical applications, the electrical components are placed below the toolbox body 10.

[0028] The water guiding structure 20 protrudes from the second surface 102 and is located on the first side 111 adjacent to the first side 103 of the toolbox body 10 in the first groove 110.

[0029] Specifically, the water-guiding structure 20 protrudes from the second surface 102 of the toolbox body 10, covering the electrical components. The side of the electrical components near the second surface 102 is usually equipped with a terminal block. Water flowing into the terminal block can easily cause a short circuit. In the solution of this application, when water flows from the first surface 101 of the toolbox body 10 along the first side 103 to the second surface 102, the water-guiding structure 20 guides the water to the ground side. The water-guiding structure effectively shields the electrical components, thereby preventing water from entering the electrical components, reducing the probability of short circuits, and improving the reliability of the electrical components.

[0030] In the prior art, the protection of electrical components requires additional protective baffles, such as setting a plastic baffle on top of the electrical component, or improving the sealing structure of the electrical component itself to solve the problem of accidental water ingress. This application sets a water guiding structure 20 on the tool box 1, which protrudes from the second surface 102 of the tool box body 10. When water is accidentally spilled in the trunk of the vehicle, the water on the tool box 1 is discharged to the outside of the electrical component along the water guiding structure 20, preventing water from entering the electrical component and improving the reliability of the electrical component. In addition, this application does not require additional protective structures or adjustment of the placement position of the electrical component, thereby improving the utilization of trunk space and reducing costs.

[0031] In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 20 is integrally formed with the toolbox body 10.

[0032] Specifically, the water-guiding structure 20 and the toolbox body 10 can be integrally formed through processes such as injection molding or 3D printing. For example, in injection molding, the water-guiding structure 20 is directly integrated into the mold containing the toolbox body 10. The material is melted at high temperature and injected into the mold, and then cooled to form the shape. In 3D printing, the water-guiding structure 20 and the toolbox body 10 are printed simultaneously by stacking material layer by layer, without the need for traditional molds or post-assembly.

[0033] The water-guiding structure 20 is integrally formed with the tool box body 10, which reduces the number of parts, simplifies the design and manufacturing process, and improves production efficiency. On the other hand, the integrated design ensures that the water-guiding structure 20 and the tool box body 10 are seamlessly connected, avoiding water leakage problems that may occur during assembly and improving waterproof performance.

[0034] Of course, in other embodiments, the water guiding structure 20 and the toolbox body 10 can also be connected together by means of welding, magnetic attraction, etc.

[0035] In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 20 includes a second side 201 connected to the first side 103, wherein the second side 201 and the first side 103 are in a smooth connection.

[0036] Specifically, the second side 201 of the water-guiding structure 20 and the first side 103 of the toolbox body 10 are located on the same side and are smoothly connected. That is, there is no gap or abrupt transition between the second side 201 of the water-guiding structure 20 and the first side 103 of the toolbox body 10, so that the water-guiding structure 20 and the toolbox body 10 form a seamless connection, reducing the seams at the connection and reducing the possibility of water leakage at the connection, thus improving the waterproof protection capability of electrical components.

[0037] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the second side 201 of the water guiding structure 20 and the first side 103 of the toolbox body 10 are smoothly connected by an arc surface, ensuring that the water guiding structure 20 and the toolbox body 10 fit tightly in actual use, avoiding vibration or loosening, and improving overall durability.

[0038] Continue reading Figure 1 In one embodiment, in the direction from the first surface 101 to the second surface 102, the second side surface 201 is inclined toward the first groove 110. Specifically, the inclination of the second side surface 201 of the water guiding structure 20 toward the first groove 110 can prevent water from splashing in the event of accidental leakage.

[0039] In another embodiment, the second side 201 of the water guiding structure 20 is tilted away from the first groove 110, so that the water flow on the tool box 1 is directed to another place along the second side 201 of the water guiding structure 20.

[0040] See Figure 2 In one embodiment, a second groove 120 is provided on the first side surface 103, and the second groove 120 extends from the first side surface 103 to the second side surface 201. Specifically, a plurality of second grooves 120 are provided on the first side surface 103 of the tool box body 10. Since the grooves are not filled with material, the weight of the tool box 1 is reduced, thereby reducing production costs.

[0041] In one embodiment, the water-guiding structure 20 protrudes above the opening of the first groove 110 by a height greater than 20 mm. Specifically, the height of the water-guiding structure 20 protruding above the opening of the first groove 110 is 21 mm, 25 mm, 30 mm, 35 mm, or 40 mm. This height range can effectively prevent water from flowing into the first groove 110. It should be noted that this application does not limit the specific value of the height of the water-guiding structure 20 protruding above the opening of the first groove 110. In another embodiment, the height of the water-guiding structure 20 protruding above the opening of the first groove 110 can also be 20 mm.

[0042] In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 20 further extends from the first side 111 of the first groove 110 to the second side 112 of the first groove 110, with the second side 112 connected to the first side 111. Specifically, the water guiding structure 20 is located on the first side 111 and the second side 112 of the first groove 110, and the water guiding structure 20 forms an enclosing structure for the electrical components located below the toolbox 1.

[0043] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the water-guiding structure 20 extends further to the third side 121 of the first groove 110, with the second side 112 and the third side 121 being disposed opposite each other. Specifically, the first side 111, the second side 112, and the third side 121 of the first groove 110 form an enclosing structure, and the water-guiding structure 20 completely encloses the electrical components placed below the toolbox 1, providing effective waterproof protection for the electrical components and preventing water from flowing into the electrical components from the toolbox body 10, thereby improving the waterproof protection capability of the electrical components.

[0044] See Figure 3 In one embodiment, the water guiding structure 20 is provided with an arc-shaped portion 210, which protrudes from the groove of the first groove 110 of the tool box body 10. When there is water flow on the tool box 1, the arc-shaped portion 210 guides the water flow on the tool box 1 away from the electrical components.

[0045] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the arc-shaped portion 210 of the water guiding structure 20 bends toward the side away from the first groove 110, so that when the water flow on the tool box 1 flows along the first side 103 to the water guiding structure 20, the arc-shaped portion 210 of the water guiding structure 20 guides the water flow to the outside of the electrical device.

[0046] In one embodiment, the toolbox 1 is made of at least one of polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyvinyl chloride. Specifically, the toolbox 1 is made of one or more of polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyvinyl chloride. For example, the toolbox 1 may be made of only polypropylene, or it may be made of only polyethylene, or it may be a mixture of polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride.

[0047] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the tool box 1, which is integrally formed with the tool box body 10 and the water-guiding structure 20 made of polypropylene material, is directly formed by heating and melting the polypropylene material and injecting it into the mold under high pressure. After cooling and shaping, the tool box 1, which is integrally formed with the water-guiding structure 20 and the tool box body 10, is formed seamlessly and structurally robustly.

[0048] This application also protects a vehicle that includes a toolbox 1 as described in any of the above embodiments. The vehicle includes gasoline-powered vehicles, electric vehicles, hybrid vehicles, and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, and also includes sedans, SUVs, and commercial vehicles, etc. It should be noted that this application does not limit the type of vehicle. The specific structure of the toolbox 1 is as described above and will not be repeated here.

[0049] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made using the content of this application's specification and drawings, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A toolbox, characterized in that, include: The toolbox body has a first surface and a second surface arranged opposite to each other, wherein the second surface has a first groove for mounting electrical components; A water-guiding structure protrudes from the second surface and is located on the first side adjacent to the first side of the toolbox body, where the first groove is located.

2. The toolbox according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water guiding structure is integrally formed with the toolbox body.

3. The toolbox according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water-guiding structure includes a second side connected to the first side, wherein the second side and the first side are in a smooth connection.

4. The toolbox according to claim 3, characterized in that, In the direction from the first surface to the second surface, the second side surface is inclined toward the direction of the first groove.

5. The toolbox according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first side has a second groove, which extends from the first side to the second side.

6. The toolbox according to claim 1, characterized in that, The height of the water-guiding structure protruding from the first groove opening is greater than 20 mm.

7. The toolbox according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water-guiding structure further extends from a first side of the first groove to a second side of the first groove, the second side being connected to the first side.

8. The toolbox according to claim 7, characterized in that, The water guiding structure extends further to the third side of the first groove, with the second side being disposed opposite to the third side.

9. The toolbox according to claim 1, characterized in that, The toolbox is made of at least one of polypropylene, polyethylene, and polyvinyl chloride.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the toolbox as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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