Outer decorative plate structure and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model provides an exterior decorating plate structure and a vehicle, and relates to the technical field of vehicle parts, the exterior decorating plate structure comprises a transparent outer plate and an inner plate, the inner plate is connected to the inner side of the transparent outer plate and used for being connected with a vehicle door metal plate or a vehicle body B column, and the transparent outer plate is connected with the inner side of the transparent outer plate. Reflecting patterns are arranged on the side face of the side, facing the inner plate, of the transparent outer plate. Therefore, the visibility of the vehicle can be improved by reflecting the light of the passing vehicle, so that the possibility of accidents is reduced, the driving safety of the vehicle at night or under the low-visibility condition can be effectively improved, and a user does not need to additionally purchase a reflective strip for pasting, so that the user cost is not increased.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to an exterior decorative panel structure and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, to improve vehicle safety at night, users often attach reflective strips to the sides, rear, or specific safety locations on the vehicle body, such as bumpers and door edges, to provide effective visual cues from different angles. However, prolonged exposure to outdoor environments, such as sun and rain, can cause reflective strips to fade, wear down, or accumulate mud, leading to a decline in performance and affecting their reflective effectiveness. Furthermore, attaching reflective strips increases costs for users, which may discourage most from adopting this solution, ultimately reducing vehicle safety at night. Utility Model Content

[0003] The problem this invention addresses is: how to improve the safety of vehicles driving at night without increasing user costs.

[0004] To solve the above problems, this utility model provides an exterior decorative panel structure and a vehicle.

[0005] In the first aspect, this utility model provides a decorative panel structure, including a transparent outer panel and an inner panel. The inner panel is connected to the inner side of the transparent outer panel and is used to connect with the door sheet metal or the B-pillar of the vehicle body. The transparent outer panel has a reflective pattern on the side facing the inner panel.

[0006] Optionally, the inner plate has perforations in the area corresponding to the reflective pattern.

[0007] Optionally, the opening area of ​​the perforated hole is larger than the coverage area of ​​the reflective pattern on the transparent outer panel.

[0008] Optionally, the transparent outer panel has a plurality of protrusions on the side facing the inner panel, and the plurality of protrusions are arranged in rows and columns to form the reflective pattern, and the protrusions in adjacent rows are staggered.

[0009] Optionally, the protrusion has a reflective surface, and the angle between the reflective surface and the side of the transparent outer plate facing the inner plate is an acute angle.

[0010] Optionally, the protrusion has multiple reflective surfaces, one end of each reflective surface is connected to the side of the transparent outer plate facing the inner plate, and the other end extends away from the transparent outer plate and converges at a point.

[0011] Optionally, the exterior trim panel structure further includes a sealing element, which is arranged around the reflective pattern, with one end of the sealing element abutting against the side of the inner panel away from the transparent outer panel, and the other end used to abut against the door sheet metal or the B-pillar of the vehicle body.

[0012] Optionally, the seal is a waterproof foam bonded to the side of the inner panel away from the transparent outer panel.

[0013] Optionally, the transparent outer panel and the inner panel are integrally injection molded.

[0014] Secondly, this utility model provides a vehicle including the exterior decorative panel structure described above.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model's exterior decorative panel structure and vehicle are as follows: An inner panel is installed inside the transparent outer panel, and this inner panel is connected to the door sheet metal or the B-pillar of the vehicle body, thus achieving the installation and fixation of the exterior decorative panel structure on the door sheet metal or the B-pillar. Furthermore, the main structure of the exterior decorative panel (i.e., the transparent outer panel) is made transparent, allowing light to enter the interior of the transparent outer panel from its outer surface and reach its inner surface. Additionally, reflective patterns are provided on the inner surface of the transparent outer panel to reflect light onto the transparent outer panel. The reflective pattern reflects light from the roof, allowing it to re-emit from the outer surface of the transparent panel. This improves vehicle visibility by reflecting the headlights of passing vehicles, reducing the likelihood of accidents and effectively enhancing safety during nighttime or low-visibility driving. Furthermore, by placing the reflective pattern on the inside of the transparent panel, it is not exposed to the outdoor environment, ensuring its long-lasting reflective effect. This eliminates the need for users to purchase and apply additional reflective strips, thus reducing user costs. Additionally, the exterior panel structure is indistinguishable from other panels during the day; its reflective effect only becomes apparent at night under illumination, preserving the vehicle's original appearance. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the outer decorative panel structure in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of cross-section at point AA;

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the reflective pattern in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the transparent outer panel at the reflective pattern in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the outer decorative panel structure on the car door sheet metal in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0023] 1. Transparent outer panel; 11. Reflective pattern; 12. Protrusion; 121. Reflective surface; 2. Inner panel; 21. Hole; 3. Sealing element; 100. Door sheet metal. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To make the above-mentioned objects, features, and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although some embodiments of this utility model are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that this utility model can be implemented in various forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of this utility model. It should be understood that the drawings and embodiments of this utility model are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0025] The term "comprising" and its variations as used herein are open-ended, meaning "including but not limited to"; the term "based on" means "at least partially based on"; the term "one embodiment" means "at least one embodiment"; the term "another embodiment" means "at least one additional embodiment"; the term "some embodiments" means "at least some embodiments"; and the term "optionally" means "optional embodiments". Definitions of other terms will be given in the following description. It should be noted that the concepts of "first," "second," etc., mentioned in this utility model are only used to distinguish different devices, modules, or units, and are not used to limit the order of functions performed by these devices, modules, or units or their interdependencies.

[0026] It should be noted that the terms "one" and "multiple" used in this utility model are illustrative rather than restrictive. Those skilled in the art should understand that, unless otherwise expressly indicated in the context, they should be understood as "one or more".

[0027] In related technologies, to improve vehicle safety at night, users often attach reflective strips to the sides, rear, or specific safety locations on the vehicle body, such as bumpers and door edges, to provide effective visual cues from different angles. However, prolonged exposure to outdoor environments, such as sun and rain, can cause reflective strips to fade, wear down, or accumulate mud, leading to a decline in performance and affecting their reflective effect. Furthermore, attaching reflective strips increases costs for users, which may discourage most from adopting this solution, ultimately reducing vehicle safety at night.

[0028] In view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned related technologies, this utility model provides an exterior decorative panel structure and a vehicle.

[0029] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the present invention provides an exterior decorative panel structure, including a transparent outer panel 1 and an inner panel 2. The inner panel 2 is connected to the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1 and is used to connect with the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body. The side of the transparent outer panel 1 facing the inner panel 2 is provided with reflective patterns 11.

[0030] It should be noted that for models with door frames, the exterior trim panel structure is typically mounted on the door sheet metal 100mm corresponding to the B-pillar of the vehicle body, such as... Figure 6 As shown, in this case, the inner panel 2 is used to connect with the door sheet metal 100; for models without door frames (such as sports cars), the outer trim panel structure is usually mounted on the B-pillar of the vehicle body, in which case the inner panel 2 is used to connect with the B-pillar of the vehicle body. That is to say, the outer trim panel structure of this embodiment can be applied to both models with door frames and models without door frames.

[0031] It should also be noted that the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1 refers to the side of the transparent outer panel 1 facing the inside of the vehicle, and correspondingly, the outer side of the transparent outer panel 1 refers to the side of the transparent outer panel 1 facing the outside of the vehicle. For example, when the outer trim panel structure is installed on the left door, the right side of the transparent outer panel 1 is its inner side, and the left side of the transparent outer panel 1 is its outer side.

[0032] Specifically, the transparent outer panel 1 is the main structure of the exterior decorative panel structure. Its material is typically acrylic glass (PMMA) to refract light. The transparent outer panel 1 can be colorless or colored acrylic glass. In practical applications, colored acrylic glass is generally preferred, making it semi-transparent. This allows it to refract light while simultaneously obscuring the internal structure of the door sheet metal 100, thus improving the vehicle's appearance. When the transparent outer panel 1 is colored acrylic glass, different colors can be used to match the vehicle's exterior. The inner panel 2 is typically made of plastic and can be connected to the transparent outer panel 1 using methods such as snap-fit, bolt connection, riveting, or integral molding; specific limitations are not specified here. Furthermore, the inner panel 2 is used to connect to the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body using snap-fit ​​or bolt connections to fix the entire exterior decorative panel structure to the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body. In addition, the inner surface of the transparent outer panel 1 (i.e. the side of the transparent outer panel 1 facing the inner panel 2) is provided with reflective patterns 11. This can be achieved by providing a plurality of staggered protrusions 12 (described later) on the inner surface of the transparent outer panel 1, using the surface of the protrusions 12 as a reflective surface, or by providing a plurality of staggered concave surfaces on the inner surface of the transparent outer panel 1, using the concave surfaces as reflective surfaces, so that when viewed from the inner surface of the transparent outer panel 1, staggered reflective patterns 11 are formed.

[0033] In this embodiment, the exterior decorative panel structure can be fixed on the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar by setting an inner panel 2 inside the transparent outer panel 1 and connecting the inner panel 2 to the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body. Furthermore, the main structure of the exterior decorative panel (i.e., the transparent outer panel 1) is made transparent so that light can enter the interior of the transparent outer panel 1 from its outer surface and reach its inner surface. Based on this, a reflective pattern 11 is provided on the inner surface of the transparent outer panel 1 to reflect light onto the transparent outer panel 1. The reflective pattern 11 reflects light from the outer surface of the transparent outer panel 1, allowing it to re-emit light from the headlights of passing vehicles. This improves vehicle visibility, reducing the likelihood of accidents and effectively enhancing safety during nighttime or low-visibility driving. Furthermore, by placing the reflective pattern 11 on the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1, it is not exposed to the outdoor environment, ensuring its reflective effect is long-lasting. This eliminates the need for users to purchase and apply additional reflective strips, thus reducing user costs. Additionally, the exterior trim panel structure is indistinguishable from other trim panels during the day; its reflective effect only becomes apparent at night under light, preserving the vehicle's original appearance.

[0034] Furthermore, the reflective pattern 11 can be creatively designed, and it can be a logo or other personalized pattern, so that the setting of the reflective pattern 11 can not only improve the driving safety of the vehicle, but also enhance the personalized characteristics of the vehicle and improve the user experience.

[0035] Optionally, combined Figure 4 As shown, the transparent outer panel 1 has multiple protrusions 12 on the side facing the inner panel 2. The multiple protrusions 12 are arranged in rows and columns to form a reflective pattern 11, and the protrusions 12 in adjacent rows are staggered.

[0036] In this optional embodiment, multiple protrusions 12 are provided on the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1, and the surface of the protrusions 12 is used as a reflective surface to form a reflective pattern 11. Compared with providing multiple concave surfaces on the inner surface of the transparent outer panel 1 to form a reflective pattern 11, the reflective pattern 11 can be processed without affecting the structural strength of the transparent outer panel 1, so that the transparent outer panel 1 has both reflective effect and a certain structural strength. Moreover, the multiple protrusions 12 are distributed in multiple rows and columns, and the protrusions 12 in adjacent rows are staggered. In this way, the reflective area of ​​the reflective pattern 11 is increased, and the reflective effect of the outer decorative panel structure is improved.

[0037] Optionally, combined Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the protrusion 12 is provided with a reflective surface 121, and the angle between the reflective surface 121 and the side of the transparent outer plate 1 facing the inner plate 2 is an acute angle.

[0038] It should be noted that when two planes are not perpendicular, the angle formed by their intersection includes an acute angle and an obtuse angle that is complementary to the acute angle. Here, the acute angle is used as the included angle between two non-perpendicular planes.

[0039] In this optional embodiment, the reflective surface 121 on the protrusion 12 is inclined relative to the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1, that is, the reflective surface 121 on the protrusion 12 is an inclined surface. In this case, the included angle between the reflective surface 121 and the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1 is an acute angle. For example, Figure 5 In this context, α and β represent the angles formed between different reflective surfaces 121 on the protrusion 12 and the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1, respectively. By tilting the reflective surfaces 121 on the protrusion 12, light from more angles can reach the reflective pattern 11 on the transparent outer plate 1 and be reflected back, thereby further enhancing the reflective effect of the reflective pattern 11.

[0040] Optionally, combined Figure 4 As shown, the protrusion 12 is provided with multiple reflective surfaces 121. One end of each reflective surface 121 is connected to the side of the transparent outer plate 1 facing the inner plate 2, and the other end extends away from the transparent outer plate 1 and converges at a point.

[0041] In this optional embodiment, the protrusion 12 can be a pyramidal structure, in which case the bottom surface of the pyramidal structure fits against the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1, and multiple sides of the pyramidal structure serve as reflective surfaces 121. Alternatively, the protrusion 12 can be a prism structure, such as a cube, in which case the three sides of the cube that meet at a vertex serve as reflective surfaces 121, and the other three sides of the cube fit against the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1. In this case, it can be considered that the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1 has grooves that fit the other three sides of the cube, allowing a portion of the cube to be embedded in these grooves. That is, after the protrusion 12 is integrally formed with the inner surface of the transparent outer plate 1, the exposed portion of the protrusion 12 is approximately pyramidal or similar in shape.

[0042] In this way, by connecting one end of each of the multiple reflective surfaces 121 on the protrusion 12 to the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1, and extending the other end away from the transparent outer panel 1 and converging at a point, light incident on the transparent outer panel 1 can be reflected back at almost the same angle, making it easier for vehicles approaching from the side to spot vehicles ahead, even at a greater distance. Furthermore, when light shines on the reflective pattern 11, the multiple reflections by the protrusion 12 effectively expand the refraction and reflection area and angle of the light, enhancing the reflected light and thus improving the reflective effect. In addition, the protrusion 12 has a pyramidal or pyramid-like structure, which can better withstand force and deformation, thereby improving the structural strength of the transparent outer panel 1.

[0043] Optionally, the transparent outer panel 1 and the inner panel 2 are integrally injection molded. In practical applications, the transparent outer panel 1 and the inner panel 2 are usually integrally injection molded using a two-color injection molding method. This allows two materials of different colors and hardness to be injection molded together, which not only reduces the material requirements for the inner panel 2 and improves the convenience of assembly, but also enhances the aesthetics of the exterior decorative panel structure.

[0044] Optionally, combined Figure 2 As shown, the inner plate 2 has a perforated hole 21 in the area corresponding to the reflective pattern 11.

[0045] In this optional embodiment, the perforated hole 21 can be formed by creating a mesh structure consisting of several small holes in the area corresponding to the reflective pattern 11 on the inner plate 2. Alternatively, the perforated hole 21 can be formed by creating a through hole on the inner plate 2 with an opening area larger than the coverage area of ​​the reflective pattern 11. Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, in practical applications, the design can be selected according to needs. Since the transparent outer panel 1 and inner panel 2 are usually assembled using a two-color injection molding method, if the inner panel 2 does not have a perforated hole 21, the reflective pattern 11 on the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1 is easily damaged during injection molding, affecting the reflective effect. Therefore, in this embodiment, a perforated hole 21 is provided on the inner panel 2 at the position corresponding to the reflective pattern 11, so as to achieve the integral injection molding of the transparent outer panel 1 and the inner panel 2 without affecting the reflective effect of the reflective pattern 11. Moreover, compared to attaching the inner panel 2 to the reflective pattern 11 of the transparent outer panel 1, providing a perforated hole 21 on the inner panel 2 allows the light entering the transparent outer panel 1 to shine through the perforated hole 21 onto the metal door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body and be reflected, which is beneficial for the light inside the transparent outer panel 1 to be reflected at the reflective pattern 11, thereby further improving the reflective effect of the outer decorative panel structure.

[0046] Optionally, combined Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the opening area of ​​the perforated hole 21 is larger than the coverage area of ​​the reflective pattern 11 on the transparent outer plate 1.

[0047] In this optional embodiment, for example Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the inner side of the transparent outer panel 1 has two reflective patterns 11. Correspondingly, the inner panel 2 has two large-area perforated holes 21, and the opening area of ​​each perforated hole 21 is larger than the coverage area of ​​the corresponding reflective pattern 11, so that the entire reflective pattern 11 is completely exposed at the perforated hole 21. In this way, it is easier to assemble the transparent outer panel 1 and the inner panel 2 by two-color injection molding, it can reduce the material consumption of the inner panel 2 and reduce costs, and it can also maximize the reflective effect of the reflective pattern 11. In addition, compared with processing small mesh holes, it is easier to process the perforated holes 21 with larger opening areas, thereby simplifying the processing technology of the perforated holes 21.

[0048] Optionally, combined Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the exterior trim panel structure also includes a sealing element 3. The sealing element 3 is arranged around the reflective pattern 11, and one end of the sealing element 3 is attached to the side of the inner panel 2 away from the transparent outer panel 1, while the other end is used to abut against the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body.

[0049] In this optional embodiment, the sealing element 3 has an annular structure surrounding the reflective pattern 11. It can be a sealing ring or foam, and there is no specific limitation here. Moreover, one end of the sealing element 3 is fitted and connected to the inner side of the inner panel 2, and the other end is used to abut against the door sheet metal 100 or the B-pillar of the vehicle body, thereby forming a closed area that can prevent water, dust and other impurities from entering the reflective area, thus ensuring that the reflective pattern 11 has high reflective performance.

[0050] Optionally, the seal 3 is a waterproof foam bonded to the side of the inner panel 2 away from the transparent outer panel 1. Using waterproof foam as the seal 3 simplifies its structure, makes it readily available from the market, and is cost-effective. Furthermore, bonding the waterproof foam to the inner panel 2 is simple, convenient, and efficient, and allows for flexible adjustment of the foam's shape to match the reflective pattern 11, making assembly more convenient.

[0051] This utility model provides a vehicle including the exterior decorative panel structure described above.

[0052] In this implementation, the vehicle also includes door sheet metal 100 and body B-pillar. For models without door frames (such as sports cars), the exterior trim panel structure is usually mounted on the body B-pillar. For models with door frames, the exterior trim panel structure is usually mounted on the door sheet metal 100 corresponding to the body B-pillar. Figure 6 As shown.

[0053] Furthermore, the beneficial effects of the vehicle in this embodiment compared to the prior art are the same as those of the exterior trim panel structure described above, and will not be repeated here.

[0054] Although the present invention has been disclosed above, its protection scope is not limited thereto. Those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and all such changes and modifications will fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An exterior decorative panel structure, characterized in that, It includes a transparent outer panel (1) and an inner panel (2). The inner panel (2) is connected to the inner side of the transparent outer panel (1) and is used to connect with the door sheet metal (100) or the B-pillar of the vehicle body. The transparent outer panel (1) has a reflective pattern (11) on the side facing the inner panel (2). The transparent outer panel (1) and the inner panel (2) are integrally injection molded.

2. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner plate (2) has a perforated hole (21) in the area corresponding to the reflective pattern (11).

3. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The opening area of ​​the perforated hole (21) is greater than the coverage area of ​​the reflective pattern (11) on the transparent outer plate (1).

4. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transparent outer panel (1) has a plurality of protrusions (12) on the side facing the inner panel (2). The plurality of protrusions (12) are arranged in rows and columns to form the reflective pattern (11), and the protrusions (12) in adjacent rows are staggered.

5. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The protrusion (12) is provided with a reflective surface (121), and the angle between the reflective surface (121) and the side of the transparent outer plate (1) facing the inner plate (2) is an acute angle.

6. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The protrusion (12) is provided with a plurality of reflective surfaces (121), one end of each reflective surface (121) is connected to the side of the transparent outer plate (1) facing the inner plate (2), and the other end extends away from the transparent outer plate (1) and converges at a point.

7. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a seal (3) which is arranged around the reflective pattern (11) and the seal (3) is attached to the side of the inner panel (2) away from the transparent outer panel (1), and the other end is used to abut against the door sheet metal (100) or the B-pillar of the vehicle body.

8. The exterior decorative panel structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The sealing element (3) is a waterproof foam bonded to the side of the inner plate (2) away from the transparent outer plate (1).

9. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the exterior decorative panel structure as described in any one of claims 1-8.

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