Charging port cover with heating function

Abstract

The utility model relates to a charging port cover with a heating function, which comprises a panel and a heating sheet, the panel is positioned at the outermost part, the heating sheet is fixed on the inner side of the panel, the heating sheet is a thin sheet with a hollow middle part, the outer side flanging is wrapped on the outer side edge of the panel, the charging port cover further comprises a soft rubber protective sleeve, and the soft rubber protective sleeve is fixed on the inner side of the heating sheet. The outer side turnup wraps the outer side of the panel, and the heating piece is wrapped between the soft rubber protective sleeve and the panel. The heating sheet generates heat after being electrified, so that the temperature of the edge of the panel is rapidly increased, ice around the panel is rapidly melted, and a user can smoothly open the charging port cover.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electric vehicle technology, and in particular to a charging port cover with a heating function. Background Technology

[0002] Charging port covers are used on the charging ports of new energy vehicles to protect them when not charging, maintaining the vehicle's streamlined appearance. In cold winter regions, snow or ice may cover the charging port covers, preventing them from opening and charging the electric vehicle. Some customers have to force them open with tools, which can easily damage the charging port and cover. This situation severely impacts customer experience and hinders the promotion of new energy vehicle use in cold regions. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the shortcomings or deficiencies of the existing technology, this utility model provides a charging port cover that includes a heating element and has a heating function when powered on, thus solving the problem that the charging port cover cannot be opened in winter.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention has the following structure:

[0005] The charging port cover with heating function includes a panel and a heating element. The panel is located on the outermost side, and the heating element is fixed to the inner side of the panel. The heating element is a thin sheet with a hollow center and an outer flange wrapped around the outer edge of the panel.

[0006] The charging port cover also includes a soft rubber protective sleeve, which is fixed inside the heating element. The sleeve is elastic, with its outer edge folded over the outside of the panel, encasing the heating element between the sleeve and the panel. Double-sided adhesive is applied to both sides of the heating element to connect the sleeve and the panel; the contact points between the sleeve and panel are also glued in place. The heating element is composed of multiple heating strips connected end-to-end, the shape of which depends on the shape of the panel. Each heating strip is connected by copper foil.

[0007] The width of the heating strip can be 10mm.

[0008] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are:

[0009] The heating element is fixed inside the panel, and the outer edge of the heating element is folded over to wrap around the outer edge of the panel. When the heating element is powered on, it generates heat, which causes the temperature of the panel edge to rise rapidly, and the ice around the panel to melt quickly, so that the user can open the charging port cover smoothly.

[0010] The flexible rubber protective case has an outer flange that wraps around the outside of the panel, encasing the heating element between the case and the panel. This enhances the seal between the charging port cover and the charging port, reducing water seepage through the edges of the cover.

[0011] Heating elements assembled from heating strips are more adaptable to various panel shapes and sizes, and can be easily wrapped between the panel and the soft rubber protective sleeve. Attached Figure Description

[0012] The following figures illustrate some specific embodiments of the present invention in an exemplary and non-limiting manner. The same reference numerals in the figures represent the same or similar parts or components.

[0013] Figure 1 : A perspective view of the charging port cover of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 : A cross-sectional view of the charging port cover of this utility model.

[0015] The symbols in the diagram represent the following meanings:

[0016] 1-Panel, 2-Heating element, 3-Soft rubber protective cover. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The following will further explain the concept, specific structure and technical effects of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, so as to fully understand the purpose, features and effects of this utility model.

[0018] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only a simplified description for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not mean that the indicated element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. They should not be construed as a limitation on this utility model.

[0019] The present invention has a heating element 2 with a hollow center attached to the inner side of the charging port cover. After receiving the command from the control system, the heating element 2 heats up quickly, melting the ice and snow around the panel, so that the panel can be opened smoothly, thus solving the problem that the charging port cover of electric vehicles in cold regions is easily frozen.

[0020] like Figure 1 As shown, the charging port cover with heating function includes a panel 1 and a heating element 2. Panel 1 is located on the outermost side, protecting the charging port and smoothly connecting with the vehicle body sheet metal to form a uniform curved surface, maintaining the car's aesthetic appearance. The heating element 2 is fixed to the inner side of panel 1, as shown... Figure 2As shown, because the center of the heating element 2 is directly opposite the charging port, there is no need to heat the charging port, as heating the port would be dangerous. Therefore, the heating element 2 is a thin sheet with a hollow center. The outer edge of the heating element 2 is folded over the outer edge of the panel 1. When the heating element 2 is powered on, it generates heat to melt the ice on the outside of the panel 1 and at the joint between the panel 1 and the body sheet metal. These joints are the most critical points that determine whether the panel 1 can be opened. When the user activates the charging port cover heating button, the car's control system issues a command, and the body supplies power to the heating element 2, causing the temperature of the edge of the panel 1 to rise rapidly, thereby quickly melting the ice around the panel 1, allowing the user to open the charging port cover smoothly.

[0021] The heated charging port cover also includes a soft rubber protective cover 3, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the soft rubber protective sleeve 3 is fixed inside the heating element 2. The soft rubber protective sleeve 3 is elastic, and its outer edge is folded over the outer side of the panel 1, wrapping the heating element 2 between the soft rubber protective sleeve 3 and the panel 1. This enhances the seal between the charging port cover and the charging port, reducing water seepage into the interior through the edge of the charging port cover.

[0022] The heating element 2 has double-sided adhesive on both sides to connect the soft rubber protective sleeve 3 and the panel 1. The contact area between the soft rubber protective sleeve 3 and the panel 1 should also be glued and fixed to prevent the soft rubber protective sleeve 3 from peeling off.

[0023] As one embodiment, the heating element 2 is formed by multiple heating strips connected end to end. The shape of the enclosure depends on the shape of the panel 1. For example, if the panel 1 is triangular, three heating strips are used; if it is square, four are used. Each heating strip is connected by copper foil because copper foil is conductive. The panel 1 is usually a curved, irregular shape. The heating element 2, formed by splicing heating strips, is more adaptable to various shapes and sizes of the panel 1 and is easy to wrap between the panel 1 and the soft rubber protective sleeve 3.

[0024] As an example, a 10mm wide heating strip is used, which is easy to implement in terms of process and can meet the requirement of rapid de-icing.

[0025] The above embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that various combinations, modifications, or equivalent substitutions of the technical solutions of the present invention do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention and should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A charging port cover with a heating function, characterized in that, Includes a panel (1) and a heating element (2). The panel (1) is located on the outermost side, and the heating element (2) is fixed to the inner side of the panel (1). The heating element (2) is a thin sheet with a hollow center and an outer flange wrapped around the outer side of the panel (1).

2. The charging port cover with heating function according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a soft rubber protective sleeve (3), which is fixed inside the heating element (2). The soft rubber protective sleeve (3) is elastic, and its outer edge is turned up to wrap around the outside of the panel (1), so that the heating element (2) is wrapped between the soft rubber protective sleeve (3) and the panel (1).

3. The charging port cover with heating function according to claim 2, characterized in that, The heating element (2) is coated with double-sided adhesive on both sides to connect the soft rubber protective sleeve (3) and the panel (1). The soft rubber protective sleeve (3) and the panel (1) are glued and fixed at the contact points.

4. The charging port cover with heating function according to claim 1 or 3, characterized in that, The heating element (2) is formed by multiple heating strips connected end to end, and the shape of the enclosure depends on the shape of the panel (1). Each heating element (2) is connected by copper foil.

5. The charging port cover with heating function according to claim 4, characterized in that, The heating strip is 10mm wide.

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