Support, hatch cover hinge assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to a support, a hatch cover hinge assembly and a vehicle. The bracket comprises a first part and a second part; the first piece is configured to be movable relative to a frame of the vehicle in a first direction; one end of the second piece is connected with the first piece, and the other end extends along the first direction; the second piece is configured to be connected with a limiting piece of the hatch cover hinge assembly, and the limiting piece is static relative to a hatch cover of the vehicle. According to the technical scheme, the position of the support in the first direction can be adjusted, so that the distance between the part, abutting against the limiting piece, of the second piece and the first piece is adjusted, the length of a force arm of force acting on the support by the limiting piece is adjusted, and then the torque acting on the second piece by the limiting piece can be adjusted. In this way, the rigidity of the portion, abutting against the limiting piece, of the support and the crushing deformation easiness degree of the support can be adjusted, so that the crumple requirement and the rigidity requirement of the hatch cover hinge assembly are balanced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electronic technology, and more particularly to a bracket, a hatch hinge assembly, and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] The hood hinge assembly is a crucial component connecting the hood to the vehicle body and enabling its opening and closing function. The hood hinge assembly mainly includes a fixed base attached to the vehicle body, a movable plate fixed to the hood, a connecting rod hinged to the fixed base and the movable plate, and a limiting member. The limiting member is stationary relative to the hood and abuts against the vehicle body after the hood is closed. When the hood is closed, the limiting member supports the hood to prevent vibration during vehicle movement.

[0003] In related technologies, a crumple zone is incorporated within the hatch hinge assembly. Upon impact with the vehicle's front end, the crumple zone absorbs energy by being crushed by the impact force, causing the hatch to drop downwards. This reduces the injury to personnel or objects impacting the hatch, as well as damage to the hatch and other front-end components.

[0004] Because a crumple structure reduces the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly, and the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly directly affects the amplitude of hatch vibration. The lower the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly, the greater the amplitude of hatch vibration. Therefore, how to balance the crumple requirements and stiffness requirements of the hatch hinge assembly is one of the problems that this application aims to solve. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a bracket that can improve the stiffness adjustability of the hatch hinge assembly, thereby at least solving the above-mentioned technical problems.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, according to a first aspect of this application, a bracket is provided for use in a hood hinge assembly of a vehicle. The bracket includes a first member and a second member; the first member is configured to move relative to the vehicle frame in a first direction; one end of the second member is connected to the first member, and the other end extends in the first direction; wherein the second member is configured to connect to a limiting member of the hood hinge assembly, the limiting member being stationary relative to the hood of the vehicle.

[0007] Optionally, the first component is provided with a guide structure, which is configured to slide in cooperation with the frame in a first direction.

[0008] Optionally, the guide structure is a strip-shaped through hole, which is used for the shank of the first bolt to pass through, and the longest diameter of the strip-shaped through hole extends along a first direction; wherein, one side of the first piece is configured to abut against the head of the first bolt, and the first bolt is stationary relative to the frame.

[0009] Optionally, a scale line is provided on the first piece, the scale line is located on one side of the guide structure, and the scale line is used to indicate the relative position of the first piece and the frame.

[0010] Optionally, the second part includes a flat plate and a connecting part, one end of the flat plate is connected to one end of the connecting part, and the other end of the connecting part is connected to the first part; wherein the flat plate is configured to abut against the limiting member along the direction of gravity, and the flat plate is set at an angle to the first part.

[0011] Optionally, the flat plate is arranged parallel to the horizontal plane.

[0012] Optionally, the bracket is a one-piece molded component.

[0013] Alternatively, the bracket can be a bent component.

[0014] According to a second aspect of this application, a hatch hinge assembly is provided, the hatch hinge assembly including a connecting rod, a limiting member, and the aforementioned bracket; one end of the connecting rod is configured to be hinged to the hatch of a vehicle, and the other end is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame; the limiting member is connected to the connecting rod, or the limiting member is configured to be connected to the hatch; wherein the limiting member is configured to abut against the second member when the hatch is closed to the frame.

[0015] Optionally, the hatch hinge assembly also includes a movable plate configured to connect to the hatch, and the end of the link away from the frame is configured to be hinged to the movable plate, with one of the link and the movable plate connected to a limiter.

[0016] Optionally, the limiting member is connected to the connecting rod.

[0017] Optionally, the limiting member includes a first mounting plate and a limiting pin; the first mounting plate is connected to the connecting rod, or the first mounting plate is configured to be connected to the hatch cover; the limiting pin is threadedly connected to the first mounting plate, and one end of the limiting pin abuts against the second member.

[0018] Optionally, the limiting component also includes a first nut, and the first mounting plate is provided with a mounting through hole. The first nut is at least partially disposed in the mounting through hole, and the limiting pin is threadedly connected to the first nut.

[0019] Optionally, the first mounting plate is connected to the connecting rod.

[0020] Optionally, a reinforcing rib is provided between the first mounting plate and the connecting rod.

[0021] Optionally, the hatch hinge assembly further includes a mounting base configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame, with one end of the link member away from the hatch hinged to the mounting base; a first member is connected to the mounting base; wherein the first member is configured to be movable relative to the mounting base in a first direction.

[0022] Optionally, the hatch hinge assembly further includes a first bolt, the first piece having a strip-shaped through hole, the longest diameter of the strip-shaped through hole extending along a first direction; the end of the shank of the first bolt passes through the strip-shaped through hole and is connected to the fixing seat, and the head of the first bolt abuts against the first piece.

[0023] Optionally, the mounting bracket includes a main body and a second mounting plate, the main body being configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame; the main body having a first surface facing the limiting member, the second mounting plate being connected to a portion of the first surface; wherein a first member is connected to the second mounting plate, and the side of the first member away from the limiting member contacts the first surface; the end of the linkage member away from the hatch is hinged to the main body or the second mounting plate.

[0024] Optionally, the linkage includes a first link and a second link; one end of the first link is configured to be hinged to the hatch and the other end is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame; one end of the second link is configured to be hinged to the hatch and the other end is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame.

[0025] Optionally, the second link is located on the side of the first link near the bracket, the second link has a corner that protrudes toward the bracket, and a limiting member is connected to the second link and located near the corner.

[0026] According to a third aspect of this application, a vehicle is provided, the vehicle including a frame, a hatch and the aforementioned hatch hinge assembly; one end of the hatch is hinged to the frame, and the hatch covers one end of the frame; wherein one end of a connecting rod is hinged to the hatch and the other end is hinged to the frame.

[0027] In the bracket of this application embodiment, through the above technical solution, the position of the bracket in the first direction can be adjusted according to the required stiffness and the ease of crushing deformation, thereby adjusting the distance between the part where the second member abuts against the limiting member and the first member, so as to adjust the length of the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member on the bracket, and thus adjust the torque exerted by the limiting member on the second member. In this way, the stiffness of the part where the bracket abuts against the limiting member and the ease of crushing deformation of the bracket can be adjusted to balance the collapse requirement and stiffness requirement of the hatch hinge assembly.

[0028] Other features and advantages of this application will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0029] 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.

[0030] To gain a more complete understanding of this application and its beneficial effects, the following description will be provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein the same reference numerals in the following description denote the same parts.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the usage state of the bracket provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hatch hinge assembly provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of another view of the hatch hinge assembly provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the limiting member provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a structural block diagram of a vehicle provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0037] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0038] 1-Staff;

[0039] 11-First component; 111-Guide structure; 112-Scale line; 12-Second component; 121-Plate section; 122-Transfer section;

[0040] 2-Hatch cover hinge assembly; 21-First bolt; 22-Connecting rod; 221-First connecting rod; 222-Second connecting rod; 2221-Corner; 23-Limiting component; 231-First mounting plate; 232-Limiting pin; 233-First nut; 24-Modible plate; 26-Reinforcing rib; 27-Fixed seat; 271-Strip through hole; 272-Main body; 273-Second mounting plate;

[0041] 3-Vehicle; 31-Chassis; 32-Hatch cover. Detailed Implementation

[0042] 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 a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the protection scope of this application.

[0043] Before introducing the bracket, hatch hinge assembly, and vehicle provided in this application, the relevant technologies of this application will be introduced first.

[0044] During product development, to improve pedestrian protection, the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly should be as low as possible. Conversely, to improve hatch position retention and reduce vibration amplitude, the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly should be as high as possible. However, because simulation data and actual usage data have certain discrepancies, finding a balance between these two factors during product development is quite difficult. If, during testing, the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly fails to meet either requirement, the hatch hinge assembly needs to be redesigned. Redesigning the hatch hinge assembly requires at least mold modifications, and in severe cases, it necessitates creating new molds. This not only wastes development costs but also impacts the development cycle, leading to economic losses.

[0045] Furthermore, different vehicle models and different application environments have different requirements for the stiffness of the hood hinge assembly. Developing a hood hinge assembly with appropriate stiffness for each vehicle model and each application environment would increase the number of molds for molding the hood hinge assembly, the production line for producing the hood hinge assembly, and so on, resulting in higher production costs.

[0046] Based on this, in this application, by setting a bracket that can move relative to the vehicle frame along a first direction and remain stationary relative to the frame after moving to a preset position, the bracket can be adjusted along the first direction according to simulation and test results to adjust the relative position between the bracket and the limiting member, thereby adjusting the length of the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member on the bracket. A shorter lever arm results in greater stiffness of the limiting structure, better hatch position retention, and smaller vibration amplitude, but poorer protection for impacted personnel, objects, and front-end components. Conversely, a longer lever arm results in less stiffness of the limiting structure, less impact force required for the bracket to collapse and absorb energy, better protection for impacted personnel, objects, and front-end components, but poorer hatch position retention and larger vibration amplitude.

[0047] Thus, during the product design phase, the fixed position of the bracket in the first direction can be initially determined based on simulation results of pedestrian protection and hatch vibration. During subsequent real-vehicle testing, if there is a need to adjust the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly, the bracket can be moved along the first direction to adjust the relative position between the bracket and the limiting member. This allows adjustment of the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member on the bracket, thereby adjusting the stiffness of the part where the bracket and the limiting member abut. In this way, the requirements for hatch vibration amplitude and pedestrian protection can be balanced by adjusting the position of the bracket.

[0048] This application provides a detailed description of a bracket, a hatch hinge assembly, and a vehicle, as described below.

[0049] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the bracket 1 provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. This application provides a bracket 1 applied to a hood hinge assembly 2 of a vehicle. The bracket 1 includes a first member 11 and a second member 12. The first member 11 is configured to move relative to the vehicle frame along a first direction. One end of the second member 12 is connected to the first member 11, and the other end extends along the first direction. The second member 12 is configured to connect to a limiting member 23 of the hood hinge assembly 2, such as... Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the bracket 1 in use according to an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. The limiting member 23 is stationary relative to the vehicle's hatch.

[0050] It is understandable that the first component 11 remains stationary relative to the frame after moving to the preset position. The first component 11 remaining stationary relative to the frame means that the first component 11 is connected to the frame. Specifically, the first component 11 can be directly connected to the bracket 1, or it can be connected to the bracket 1 through other components.

[0051] It is understood that the connection between the second piece 12 and the limiting member 23 can be abutting, fixed, riveted, snap-fitted, detachable, etc. Specifically, the second piece 12 is configured to abut against the limiting member 23 of the hatch hinge assembly 2 along the direction of gravity, that is, when the hatch is closed to the frame, the top of the second piece 12 abuts against the ground-facing surface of the limiting member 23.

[0052] It can be understood that the limiting member 23 being stationary relative to the vehicle's hatch means that the limiting member 23 is fixed to the hatch. Specifically, the limiting member 23 can be directly attached to the hatch or connected to the hatch through other components.

[0053] Alternatively, the first piece 11 can be made movable relative to the frame and stationary relative to the frame after moving to a preset position through various structures. For example, a slotted hole can be provided on the first piece 11, with the longest diameter of the slotted hole extending along a first direction. A screw is then threaded through the slotted hole and connected to the hatch cover. The first piece 11 can move within the relative movable range between the slotted hole and the screw, so that the position of the first piece 11 relative to the limiting member 23 is adjustable. Another example is that a slotted hole can be provided on the hatch cover, and a screw is threaded through the slotted hole and connected to the first piece 11. Alternatively, a groove can be provided on either the first piece 11 or the hatch cover, with the opening width of the groove being smaller than the bottom width. A slider that mates with the groove is provided on the other. The screw is threaded to the slider and abuts against the bottom of the groove.

[0054] It is understandable that extending along the first direction does not mean that the direction of the longest diameter of the strip hole is parallel to the first direction. Rather, it means that the direction of the longest diameter of the strip hole has an acute angle with the first direction, and the longest diameter of the strip hole can become longer in the first direction as it extends.

[0055] It can be understood that the end connecting the second piece 12 to the first piece 11 is the support point of the first piece 11 for the second piece 12. The part of the second piece 12 extending along the first direction is the lever arm. Therefore, the farther the part of the second piece 12 that abuts against the limiting member 23 is from the first piece 11, the larger the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second piece 12, and the larger the torque exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second piece 12. Correspondingly, the degree of flexural deformation of the second piece 12 is greater, that is, the stiffness of the part of the second piece 12 that abuts against the limiting member 23 is smaller. At this time, the bracket 1 is more easily crushed, thus enabling the bracket 1 to provide better protection for personnel, objects, and parts of the vehicle front that are impacted. However, as the stiffness of the part of the second piece 12 that abuts against the limiting member 23 decreases, the support stability of the bracket 1 for the hatch decreases, and the amplitude of the hatch shaking increases.

[0056] It is understandable that the closer the part of the second piece 12 that abuts against the limiting member 23 is to the first piece 11, the smaller the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second piece 12, and the smaller the torque exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second piece 12. Correspondingly, the degree of flexural deformation of the second piece 12 is smaller, that is, the greater the stiffness of the part of the second piece 12 that abuts against the limiting member 23. At this time, the support stability of the bracket 1 on the hatch is better, and the amplitude of hatch shaking is smaller. However, as the stiffness of the part of the second piece 12 that abuts against the limiting member 23 increases, the impact force required for the bracket 1 to be crushed and absorb energy is greater, resulting in a lower level of protection for personnel, objects, and vehicle front components that are impacted.

[0057] It is understandable that when a vehicle's hood is involved in a collision, the energy transmitted from the hood to the hood hinge assembly 2 is mainly absorbed by the bracket 1. Specifically, the connection between the first piece 11 and the second piece 12 will undergo crumple deformation to absorb the impact energy, thereby reducing damage to personnel, objects, the hood, and other front-end components affected by the impact.

[0058] In this embodiment, the position of the bracket 1 in the first direction can be adjusted according to the required stiffness and crushability, thereby adjusting the distance between the part where the second member 12 and the limiting member 23 abut against the first member 11, and thus adjusting the length of the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member 23 on the bracket 1, thereby adjusting the torque exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second member 12. In this way, the stiffness of the part where the bracket 1 and the limiting member 23 abut against, as well as the crushability of the bracket 1, can be adjusted to balance the collapse requirements and stiffness requirements of the hatch hinge assembly 2.

[0059] Please see Figure 1 In some embodiments, the first element 11 is provided with a guide structure 111, which is configured to slide in cooperation with the frame along a first direction.

[0060] It is understandable that the guide structure 111 can be a strip hole, a groove, or a slider.

[0061] In this embodiment, by providing the guide structure 111, the accuracy of the first piece 11 moving along the first direction can be improved, thereby ensuring the reliability of the contact between the second piece 12 and the limiting member 23 when the bracket 1 moves to any position in the first direction. This ensures the reliability of the abutment between the second piece 12 and the limiting member 23.

[0062] Please see Figure 1 In some embodiments, the guide structure 111 is a strip-shaped through hole 271. The strip-shaped through hole 271 is used for the shank of the first bolt 21 to pass through. The longest diameter of the strip-shaped through hole 271 extends along a first direction. One side of the first member 11 is configured to abut against the head of the first bolt 21. The first bolt 21 is stationary relative to the frame.

[0063] It is understandable that the first bolt 21 can be connected to the frame, or the first bolt 21 can be connected to the frame through other components.

[0064] In this embodiment, by setting the guide structure 111 as a strip hole, the bracket 1 can be made simple in structure and easy to manufacture.

[0065] In addition, in this embodiment, the above solution allows the bracket 1 to be detachably connected to the vehicle frame, which not only reduces the manufacturing difficulty of the bracket 1, but also facilitates the replacement of damaged bracket 1, thereby improving maintenance convenience.

[0066] Please see Figure 1 In some embodiments, a scale line 112 is provided on the first component 11. The scale line 112 extends along a first direction. The scale line 112 is located on one side of the guide structure 111. The scale line 112 is used to mark the relative position of the first component 11 and the vehicle frame. In this way, it is convenient to determine the position of the bracket 1 relative to the vehicle frame according to the scale line 112, thereby facilitating fine-tuning of the position of the bracket 1 to balance the collapse requirements and stiffness requirements of the hatch hinge assembly 2. Furthermore, during later maintenance, the installation position of the replaced bracket 1 can be determined according to the position of the bracket 1 installed on the vehicle frame, thereby improving maintenance convenience.

[0067] Please see Figure 1In some embodiments, the second member 12 includes a flat plate portion 121 and a connecting portion 122. One end of the flat plate portion 121 is connected to one end of the connecting portion 122. The other end of the connecting portion 122 is connected to the first member 11. The flat plate portion 121 is configured to abut against the limiting member 23 along the direction of gravity. The flat plate portion 121 and the first member 11 are arranged at an angle.

[0068] Specifically, the flat plate 121 is perpendicular to the first piece 11.

[0069] In this embodiment, the above-mentioned arrangement allows the second piece 12 to be connected to the first piece 11 and also allows the second piece 12 to have a larger surface area for abutting against the limiting member 23, thereby improving the reliability of the abutment between the bracket 1 and the limiting member 23.

[0070] It is understood that, in addition to the structure described above, bracket 1 can also have other structures, such as a Z-shaped structure. The specific structure of bracket 1 can be such that it can be connected to the vehicle frame and has a second piece 12 that extends along the first direction and can abut against the limiting member 23.

[0071] Please see Figure 1 In some embodiments, the flat plate portion 121 is arranged parallel to the horizontal plane. This improves the uniformity of the force exerted by the limiting member 23 on the bracket 1, thereby improving the stress state of the bracket 1 and enhancing the reliability of the flat plate portion 121 in supporting the limiting member 23.

[0072] In some embodiments, the bracket 1 is a one-piece molded part. This improves the molding efficiency of the bracket 1 and enhances its structural strength and stability.

[0073] Specifically, the bracket 1 can be cast, machined, or bent from sheet metal.

[0074] In some embodiments, the bracket 1 is a bent part. This simplifies the forming equipment for the bracket 1, thereby reducing the production cost of the bracket 1.

[0075] Specifically, bracket 1 is formed by bending a sheet metal part in one step. The bending angle is 90°.

[0076] Please see Figure 3 and Figure 4 , Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the hatch hinge assembly 2 provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 4This is a schematic structural diagram of another view of the hatch hinge assembly 2 provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. Embodiments of this application also provide a hatch hinge assembly 2. The hatch hinge assembly 2 includes a connecting rod 22, a limiting member 23, and the aforementioned bracket 1. One end of the connecting rod 22 is configured to be hinged to the hatch of the vehicle, and the other end is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame. The limiting member 23 is connected to the connecting rod 22, or the limiting member 23 is configured to be connected to the hatch. The limiting member 23 is configured to abut against the second member 12 when the hatch is closed to the frame.

[0077] It is understandable that the connecting rod 22 can be directly hinged to the hatch and the frame, or it can be hinged to the hatch and the frame through other components.

[0078] In this embodiment, by employing the bracket 1 provided in some embodiments of this application, the position of the bracket 1 in the first direction can be adjusted according to the required stiffness and the ease of crushing deformation. This adjusts the distance between the part where the second piece 12 abuts against the limiting member 23 and the first piece 11, thereby adjusting the length of the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member 23 on the bracket 1, and consequently adjusting the torque exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second piece 12. Thus, the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly 2 can be adjusted to achieve the adjustment of the stiffness of the part where the bracket 1 abuts against the limiting member 23 and the ease of crushing deformation of the bracket 1, thereby balancing the crushing requirements and stiffness requirements of the hatch hinge assembly 2.

[0079] Please see Figure 3 or Figure 4 In some embodiments, the hatch hinge assembly 2 further includes a movable plate 24. The movable plate 24 is configured to connect to the hatch. The end of the link 22 away from the frame is configured to hinge to the movable plate 24. One of the link 22 and the movable plate 24 is connected to a limiting member 23.

[0080] The connecting rod 22 can be connected to the movable plate 24, or the movable plate 24 can be connected to the limiting member 23.

[0081] Specifically, the connecting rod 22 is hinged to the movable plate 24 by rivets.

[0082] In this embodiment, by providing a movable plate 24, the connecting rod 22 can be hinged to the movable plate 24 first, and then the movable plate 24 can be fixed to the hatch. This improves the ease of installation of the hatch hinge assembly 2 onto the vehicle, thereby increasing the installation efficiency of the hatch hinge assembly 2.

[0083] Please see Figure 3 or Figure 4In some embodiments, the limiting member 23 is connected to the connecting rod 22. It is understood that the movable plate 24 has a relatively complex structure because it needs to cooperate with the hatch. Therefore, in this embodiment, by connecting the limiting member 23 to the connecting rod 22, the structural complexity of the movable plate 24 can be controlled, which helps to reduce the manufacturing difficulty of the movable plate 24.

[0084] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the limiting member 23 provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. In some embodiments, the limiting member 23 includes a first mounting plate 231 and a limiting pin 232. The first mounting plate 231 is connected to the connecting rod 22, or the first mounting plate 231 is configured to be connected to the hatch. The limiting pin 232 is threadedly connected to the first mounting plate 231, and one end of the limiting pin 232 abuts against the second member 12. In this way, the limiting member 23 has a simple structure, and the position of the limiting pin 232 relative to the first mounting plate 231 can be adjusted according to the actual assembly size, so that after the hatch is closed with the frame, the limiting pin 232 can abut against the bracket 1, thereby eliminating the influence of assembly errors and processing errors.

[0085] In addition, to improve the stability of the limiting member 23 in supporting the hatch and reduce the amplitude of hatch vibration, a closing limiting force can be applied to the hatch to effectively prevent hatch shaking. Specifically, the limiting pin 232 moves down 0.5mm to 1.5mm as soon as it contacts the bracket 1 to complete the hatch closure. In this way, the elastic deformation of the bracket 1 can improve the support stability of the bracket 1 for the limiting member 23, thereby improving the positional stability of the hatch.

[0086] Please see Figure 5 In some embodiments, the limiting member 23 further includes a first nut 233. A mounting through hole is provided on the first mounting plate 231. The first nut 233 is at least partially disposed in the mounting through hole. The limiting pin 232 is threadedly connected to the first nut 233. Thus, by increasing the thread engagement length between the limiting pin 232 and the first mounting plate 231 while controlling the thickness of the first mounting plate 231, the positional stability of the limiting pin 232 can be improved.

[0087] Please see Figure 3 or Figure 4 In some embodiments, the first mounting plate 231 is connected to the connecting rod 22.

[0088] It is understandable that the hatch structure is complex, and connecting the first mounting plate 231 to the hatch would result in poor ease of installation. Therefore, in this embodiment, by connecting the first mounting plate 231 to the connecting rod 22, the difficulty of setting the first mounting plate 231 can be reduced, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the limiting member 23.

[0089] Specifically, the first mounting plate 231 and the connecting rod 22 are integrally formed.

[0090] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, a reinforcing rib 26 is provided between the first mounting plate 231 and the connecting rod 22.

[0091] It is understandable that in the hatch hinge assembly 2, in order to achieve collapse energy absorption on the bracket 1, the bracket 1 needs to have relatively poor stiffness in the axial direction of the limiting pin 232, while the other components of the hatch hinge assembly 2 need to have higher stiffness. One end of the first mounting plate 231 is connected to the connecting rod 22, while the other end is suspended. Therefore, to ensure that the hatch hinge assembly 2 collapses and absorbs energy on the bracket 1, a reinforcing rib 26 is provided between the first mounting plate 231 and the connecting rod 22 to improve the strength of the connection between them. This effectively ensures that the hatch hinge assembly 2 collapses and absorbs energy on the bracket 1.

[0092] Please see Figure 3 or Figure 4 In some embodiments, the hatch hinge assembly 2 further includes a mounting base 27. The mounting base 27 is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame. The end of the connecting member 22 remote from the hatch is hinged to the mounting base 27. A first member 11 is connected to the mounting base 27. The first member 11 is configured to be movable relative to the mounting base 27 in a first direction.

[0093] It is understandable that the first piece 11 can remain stationary relative to the fixed seat 27 after moving to the preset position.

[0094] The connecting rod 22 can be connected to the fixed seat 27, or the movable plate 24 can be connected to the frame.

[0095] Specifically, the connecting rod 22 is hinged to the fixed seat 27 by rivets.

[0096] In this embodiment, by providing a fixing seat 27, the connecting rod 22 can be hinged to the fixing seat 27 first, and then the fixing seat 27 can be fixed to the vehicle frame. In this way, the ease of operation of installing the hatch hinge assembly 2 onto the vehicle can be improved, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the hatch hinge assembly 2.

[0097] Please see Figure 3 or Figure 4 In some embodiments, the hatch hinge assembly 2 further includes a first bolt 21. A strip-shaped through hole 271 is provided on the first piece 11. The longest diameter of the strip-shaped through hole 271 extends along a first direction. The end of the shank of the first bolt 21 passes through the strip-shaped through hole 271 and is connected to the fixing seat 27, and the head of the first bolt 21 abuts against the first piece 11.

[0098] In this embodiment, the above solution allows the bracket 1 and the fixed base 27 to be detachably connected, which not only reduces the manufacturing difficulty of the bracket 1, but also facilitates the replacement of damaged bracket 1, thereby improving maintenance convenience.

[0099] Please see Figure 4 In some embodiments, the mounting base 27 includes a body 272 and a second mounting plate 273. The body 272 is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame. The body 272 has a first surface facing the limiting member 23. The second mounting plate 273 is connected to a portion of the first surface. A first member 11 is connected to the second mounting plate 273, and the side of the first member 11 away from the limiting member 23 contacts the first surface. The end of the connecting member 22 away from the hatch is hinged to either the body 272 or the second mounting plate 273.

[0100] Specifically, the end of the connecting rod 22 away from the hatch is hinged to the second mounting plate 273 by a pin.

[0101] It is understandable that before the first surface is installed, the weight of the hatch hinge assembly 2 from the hatch is mainly borne by the connecting rod 22 and the screw. After the first surface is installed, it can also bear some of the weight, thereby improving the stress state of the first screw and enhancing its reliability.

[0102] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, the linkage 22 includes a first linkage 221 and a second linkage 222. One end of the first linkage 221 is configured to be hinged to the hatch, and the other end is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame. One end of the second linkage 222 is configured to be hinged to the hatch, and the other end is configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame.

[0103] In this embodiment, the overall structural stability can be improved by using a double-link hinge to connect the hatch and the vehicle body, and the movement accuracy of opening and closing the hatch can also be improved.

[0104] Please see Figure 3 In some embodiments, the second link 222 is located on the side of the first link 221 closer to the bracket 1. The second link 222 has a corner 2221. The corner 2221 protrudes towards the bracket 1. The limiting member 23 is connected to the second link 222 and is disposed adjacent to the corner 2221. In this way, the limiting member 23 can be disposed closer to the bracket 1 to reduce the volume of the limiting member 23, and the volume of the second link 222 can be increased to improve the strength of the second link 222.

[0105] Furthermore, the distance between the hinged portion of the first link 221 and the movable plate 24 and the hinged portion of the second link 222 and the movable plate 24 is less than the distance between the hinged portion of the first link 221 and the fixed base 27 and the hinged portion of the second link 222 and the fixed base 27. In this case, the corner 2221 is positioned adjacent to the movable plate 24 to avoid interference between the first link 221 and the second link 222.

[0106] It is understandable that the purpose of the scale line 112 is only to determine the relative positional relationship between the bracket 1 and the fixed base 27 according to the design state during assembly. Therefore, the scale line 112 on the bracket 1 can be set on the first piece 11 or in other positions. For example, the scale can be set on the fixed base 27.

[0107] Please see Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a structural block diagram of a vehicle 3 provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure. Embodiments of this application also provide a vehicle 3. The vehicle 3 includes a frame 31, a hatch 32, and the aforementioned hatch hinge assembly 2. One end of the hatch 32 is hinged to the frame 31. The hatch 32 covers one end of the frame 31. One end of the connecting rod 22 is hinged to the hatch 32, and the other end is hinged to the frame 31.

[0108] Specifically, the movable plate 24 is connected to the hatch 32, and one end of the connecting rod 22 is hinged to the movable plate 24. The fixed seat 27 is connected to the frame 31, and the other end of the connecting rod 22 is hinged to the fixed seat 27.

[0109] In this embodiment, by employing the hatch hinge assembly 2 provided in some embodiments of this application, the position of the bracket 1 in the first direction can be adjusted according to the required stiffness and the ease of crushing deformation. This adjusts the distance between the part where the second member 12 abuts against the limiting member 23 and the first member 11, thereby adjusting the length of the lever arm of the force exerted by the limiting member 23 on the bracket 1, and consequently adjusting the torque exerted by the limiting member 23 on the second member 12. Thus, the stiffness of the hatch hinge assembly 2 can be adjusted to regulate the stiffness of the part where the bracket 1 abuts against the limiting member 23 and the ease of crushing deformation of the bracket 1, thereby balancing the collapse requirements and stiffness requirements of the hatch hinge assembly 2. Ultimately, the collapse requirements and stiffness requirements of the vehicle 3 can be balanced.

[0110] In the description of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more features. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0111] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0112] In the above embodiments, the descriptions of each embodiment have different focuses. For parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment, please refer to the relevant descriptions in other embodiments.

[0113] The embodiments, implementation methods, and related technical features of this application can be combined and substituted for each other without conflict.

[0114] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit this application in any way. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of this application without departing from the scope of the technical solution of this application shall still fall within the scope of the technical solution of this application.

Claims

1. A bracket (1) for use in a vehicle hood hinge assembly (2), characterized in that, The support (1) includes: The first component (11) is configured to move relative to the frame of the vehicle along a first direction; and The second piece (12) is connected at one end to the first piece (11) and extends at the other end along the first direction; The second piece (12) is configured to connect with a limiting member (23) of the hatch hinge assembly (2), the limiting member (23) being stationary relative to the hatch of the vehicle.

2. The bracket (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first component (11) is provided with a guide structure (111), which is configured to slide in cooperation with the frame along the first direction.

3. The bracket (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The guide structure (111) is a strip-shaped through hole (271), which is used for the shank of the first bolt (21) to pass through. The longest diameter of the strip-shaped through hole (271) extends along the first direction. One side of the first piece (11) is configured to abut against the head of the first bolt (21), which is stationary relative to the frame.

4. The bracket (1) according to claim 2, characterized in that, A scale line (112) is provided on the first piece (11), the scale line (112) is located on one side of the guide structure (111), and the scale line (112) is used to mark the relative position of the first piece (11) and the frame.

5. The bracket (1) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second component (12) includes a flat plate (121) and a connecting portion (122), one end of the flat plate (121) is connected to one end of the connecting portion (122), and the other end of the connecting portion (122) is connected to the first component (11); The plate portion (121) is configured to abut against the limiting member (23) along the direction of gravity, and the plate portion (121) is set at an angle to the first member (11).

6. The bracket (1) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The flat plate (121) is arranged parallel to the horizontal plane.

7. The bracket (1) according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The bracket (1) is a one-piece molded part.

8. The bracket (1) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The bracket (1) is a bent part.

9. A hatch hinge assembly (2), characterized in that, include: Linkage (22), one end of which is configured to be hinged to the hatch of the vehicle and the other end of which is configured to be hinged to the frame of the vehicle; The limiting member (23) is connected to the connecting rod (22) or is configured to be connected to the hatch; And the bracket (1) as described in any one of claims 1-8; The limiting member (23) is configured to abut against the second member (12) when the hatch is closed on the frame.

10. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The hatch hinge assembly (2) further includes a movable plate (24) configured to be connected to the hatch, and the end of the link (22) away from the frame is configured to be hinged to the movable plate (24), and one of the link (22) and the movable plate (24) is connected to the limiting member (23).

11. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 10, characterized in that, The limiting member (23) is connected to the connecting rod member (22).

12. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The limiting member (23) includes: A first mounting plate (231) is connected to the connecting rod (22), or is configured to connect to the hatch; and The limiting pin (232) is threadedly connected to the first mounting plate (231), and one end of the limiting pin (232) abuts against the second piece (12).

13. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 12, characterized in that, The limiting member (23) further includes a first nut (233), the first mounting plate (231) is provided with a mounting through hole, the first nut (233) is at least partially disposed in the mounting through hole, and the limiting pin (232) is threadedly connected to the first nut (233).

14. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 12, characterized in that, The first mounting plate (231) is connected to the connecting rod (22).

15. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 14, characterized in that, A reinforcing rib (26) is provided between the first mounting plate (231) and the connecting rod (22).

16. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The hatch hinge assembly (2) further includes a mounting base (27) configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame, and the end of the connecting rod (22) away from the hatch is hinged to the mounting base (27); the first member (11) is connected to the mounting base (27). The first piece (11) is configured to move relative to the fixed base (27) in a first direction.

17. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 16, characterized in that, The hatch hinge assembly (2) further includes a first bolt (21), and the first piece (11) is provided with a strip-shaped through hole (271), the longest diameter of the strip-shaped through hole (271) extending along the first direction; the end of the shank of the first bolt (21) passes through the strip-shaped through hole (271) and is connected to the fixing seat (27), and the head of the first bolt (21) abuts against the first piece (11).

18. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 17, characterized in that, The mounting base (27) includes a main body (272) and a second mounting plate (273), the main body (272) being configured to be hinged to the vehicle frame; the main body (272) having a first surface facing the limiting member (23), and the second mounting plate (273) being connected to a portion of the first surface; The first piece (11) is connected to the second mounting plate (273), and the side of the first piece (11) away from the limiting member (23) contacts the first surface; The end of the connecting rod (22) away from the hatch is hinged to the main body (272) or the second mounting plate (273).

19. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to any one of claims 9-18, characterized in that, The connecting rod (22) includes: The first link (221) is configured at one end to be hinged to the hatch and at the other end to be hinged to the vehicle frame; And a second link (222), one end of which is configured to be hinged to the hatch and the other end of which is configured to be hinged to the frame.

20. The hatch hinge assembly (2) according to claim 19, characterized in that, The second link (222) is located on the side of the first link (221) near the bracket (1). The second link (222) is provided with a corner (2221) that protrudes toward the bracket (1). The limiting member (23) is connected to the second link (222) and is provided adjacent to the corner (2221).

21. A vehicle (3), characterized in that, include: Frame (31); A hatch (32) is hinged at one end to the frame (31), and the hatch (32) covers one end of the frame (31); And the hatch hinge assembly (2) as described in any one of claims 9-20; One end of the connecting rod (22) is hinged to the hatch (32), and the other end is hinged to the vehicle frame (31).

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