Aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device
By casting a locking device on the steering knuckle and using locking bolts and nuts to enhance the connection between the aluminum alloy steering knuckle and the shock absorber, the problem of complex connection between the steering knuckle and the shock absorber is solved, achieving efficient fastening and simplified processing.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520142350.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-22
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-05
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-01-22
AI Technical Summary
The existing steering knuckle and shock absorber are independent components with high connection requirements. They require bolted locking, which poses potential connection risks and involves complex procedures.
The locking device, including shock absorber strut mounting holes, locking bolts, and locking nuts, is installed on the steering knuckle using a casting method. The connection force is enhanced by locking washers, avoiding additional machining.
It improves the fastening force between the steering knuckle and the shock absorber, reduces connection risks, simplifies the processing procedures, and achieves lean production.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to steering knuckle technical field, concretely is an aluminium alloy steering knuckle with locking device. BACKGROUND
[0002] Steering knuckle is an important component in automobile suspension system, its function is connecting control arm, brake caliper, wheel hub bearing, shock absorber and other parts in automobile suspension system, bears various alternating loads in automobile driving. The main function of shock absorber is to suppress the shock when spring bounces back, and absorbs the impact energy from the road. At this time, the shock absorber needs to bear larger force with the steering knuckle, so the steering knuckle and shock absorber are required to have certain assembly accuracy, rigidity and strength requirements.
[0003] At present, with the development of new energy vehicles and integrated casting technology, automobile parts are developing towards light weight and integration. In the existing vehicle design, the steering knuckle and the shock absorber are two independent parts, but the connection of the steering knuckle and the shock absorber is very high, and the bolt structure is used for locking connection, so it is necessary to continuously design and optimize more advanced locking devices. SUMMARY
[0004] Therefore, the utility model aims at providing an aluminium alloy steering knuckle with locking device, which can effectively increase the fastening force and connection degree of the aluminium alloy steering knuckle and the shock absorber, thereby avoiding the connection hidden danger of structural parts, and without increasing the machining process.
[0005] To achieve the above purpose, the technical scheme of the utility model is as follows:
[0006] An aluminium alloy steering knuckle with locking device, comprising a steering knuckle body, a locking device is arranged on the steering knuckle body, the locking device comprises a shock absorber strut mounting hole, a shock absorber strut locking hole is formed in the shock absorber strut mounting hole, the shock absorber strut locking hole is locked by a locking bolt and a locking nut, and a locking washer is arranged between the locking bolt and the locking device.
[0007] In some embodiments, the locking device is located on the side of the shock absorber mounting hole in the Z direction perpendicular to the ground of the whole vehicle coordinate system.
[0008] In some embodiments, the draft angle of the shock absorber strut locking hole is between 10° and 30°.
[0009] In some embodiments, the diameter of the shock absorber strut locking hole is 10-15mm, and it penetrates through both sides of the locking device.
[0010] In some embodiments, the thickness of the locking washer is not less than 2mm.
[0011] In some embodiments, the shock absorber strut locking hole is cast formed.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the aluminum alloy steering knuckle with the locking device has the following advantages:
[0013] The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with the locking device can effectively increase the fastening force and the connection degree of the aluminum alloy steering knuckle and the shock absorber, thereby avoiding the hidden danger of structural connection, and does not need to increase the machining process, and achieves lean processing. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0014] The drawings constituting a part of the present application are used to provide further understanding of the present application, and the illustrative embodiments of the present application and the description thereof are used to explain the present application, and do not constitute improper limitation on the present application. In the drawings:
[0015] Fig. 1 is a schematic view of the aluminum alloy steering knuckle with the locking device.
[0016] Fig. 2 is a partial enlarged view of the locking device of the aluminum alloy steering knuckle with the locking device.
[0017] Fig. 3 is an assembly schematic view of the aluminum alloy steering knuckle with the locking device.
[0018] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0019] 1, steering knuckle main body, 2, shock absorber strut mounting hole, 3, shock absorber strut locking hole, 4, locking bolt, 5, locking washer, 6, locking nut, 7, whole vehicle coordinate system Z direction. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0020] It should be noted that the embodiments in the present application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other without conflict.
[0021] The technical solutions of the present application will be described clearly and completely below with reference to the drawings and in combination with the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor fall within the scope of protection of the present application.
[0022] The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with the locking device will be described below with reference to Figs. 1 to 3 and in combination with the embodiments.
[0023] An aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device, comprising an aluminum alloy steering knuckle body 1, a shock absorber strut mounting hole 2, a shock absorber strut locking hole 3, a locking bolt 4, a locking washer 5, a locking nut 6, and a vehicle coordinate system Z direction 7.
[0024] The utility model discloses an aluminum alloy steering knuckle structure with locking device, and the locking device is arranged at the shock absorber strut mounting position of the aluminum alloy steering knuckle body, the Z direction of the vehicle coordinate system is perpendicular to the ground direction, and the cast locking device is located on the side of the steering knuckle shock absorber strut mounting hole in the Z direction.
[0025] As shown in the drawings, Fig. 3 The steering knuckle shock absorber strut mounting hole 2 on the aluminum alloy steering knuckle body 1 is directly connected with the strut locking hole 3 on one side through the locking bolt 5, the locking washer 4 and the locking nut 6.
[0026] Compared with the prior art, the aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device has the following advantages:
[0027] The locking device is arranged on the side of the steering knuckle shock absorber strut mounting hole in the cast manner, the cast forming speed is fast, the castings are dense, the surface of the cast locking device is smooth, and the cast locking device has high strength and stable size after stabilization treatment.
[0028] In the description of the utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer" and the like is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying that the indicated device or element must have a specific orientation, a specific orientation structure and operation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the protection content of the utility model.
[0029] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only for the purpose of description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features.
[0030] In the utility model, unless another definite provision and limitation, the term " install " " link " " connect " " fixed " and so on term should do broad sense understanding, for example, can be fixed connection, also can be detachable connection, or be integrated;Can be mechanical connection, also can be electric connection or can intercommunication;Can be direct connection, also can indirectly connect through intermediate medium, can be two element internal communication or two element mutual action relation. For ordinary skilled person in the art, the above-mentioned terms can be understood according to the specific meaning of the utility model.
[0031] The above is only the preferred embodiment of the utility model, and does not limit the utility model, and any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. within the spirit and principle of the utility model should be included in the protection scope of the utility model.
Claims
1. An aluminum alloy steering knuckle with a locking device, characterized by, The knuckle body is provided with a locking device, the locking device comprises a shock absorber strut mounting hole, a shock absorber strut locking hole is formed in the shock absorber strut mounting hole, the shock absorber strut locking hole is locked by a locking bolt and a locking nut, and a locking washer is arranged between the locking bolt and the locking device.
2. The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device of claim 1, wherein, The locking device is located in the Z direction perpendicular to the ground of the whole vehicle coordinate system, and the side of the shock absorber mounting hole.
3. The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device of claim 2, wherein, The draft angle of the shock absorber strut locking hole is between 10° and 30°.
4. The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device of claim 3, wherein, The diameter of the shock absorber strut locking hole is 10-15 mm and penetrates through both sides of the locking device.
5. The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device of claim 1, wherein, The thickness of the locking washer is not less than 2 mm.
6. The aluminum alloy steering knuckle with locking device according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein The shock absorber strut locking hole is cast formed.