Warm air core assembly assembling structure for automobile air conditioner

By combining the design of "匚"-shaped limiting groove, contour seat, dual-axis cylinder and laser sensor, the problem of unstable connection between the heater core and heater water pipe is solved, realizing an efficient and precise assembly process and improving the stability and production efficiency of automotive air conditioning heater core assembly.

CN223644587UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-09WUHAN HEMEIDA INTELLIGENT EQUIP CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422946392.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-02
Publication Date
2025-12-09
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-02

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Technical Problem

The existing connection method between the heater core and the heater water pipe relies on traditional fixed welding, which makes the heater water pipe prone to displacement under high temperature brazing environment, affecting the overall structural stability and installation firmness, and increasing manufacturing difficulty and cost.

Method used

The design employs a "匚"-shaped limiting groove and contour seat, combined with a dual-axis cylinder and laser sensor, to achieve precise positioning and dynamic support of the heating water pipe. The angle adjustment component adapts to different models of heating cores, and the laser sensor provides real-time position monitoring to ensure assembly accuracy and stability.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents the heating water pipes from shifting position during high-temperature brazing, improves assembly accuracy and stability, reduces rework and scrap rates, enhances production efficiency and quality control, and lowers manufacturing costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a warm air core assembly assembling structure for an automobile air conditioner, which comprises a tooling plate, and a warm air core water pipe assembling component is arranged above the tooling plate; the warm air core body water pipe assembling assembly comprises a supporting plate, a plurality of sets of limiting seats are arranged above the supporting plate, and the multiple sets of limiting seats form a [-shaped limiting groove with an opening in one side. A profiling seat is arranged above the end, away from the hinge, of the supporting plate, and a profiling groove is formed in the profiling seat. According to the utility model, the adaptive design of the [-shaped limiting groove and the warm air core body is utilized, and the profiling groove on the profiling seat is used for accurately limiting the water pipe flange, so that the position deviation of the warm air water pipe during high-temperature brazing is effectively prevented, and the assembly precision and stability are improved; through the arrangement of the laser sensor, the position of the water pipe connector on the warm air core body can be monitored in real time, accurate data support is provided for the automatic assembly process, personal errors are reduced, and the assembly efficiency and the quality control level are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of automobile air conditioner assembly, and particularly relates to an assembly structure of a heater core assembly for an automobile air conditioner. Background Technique

[0002] At present, the heater core assemblies adopted by many vehicles are equipped with complex heater water pipe assemblies. These water pipe assemblies present irregular bending shapes to effectively connect the heater core with the automobile engine. It should be noted that the heater water pipes adopt an eccentric design inside the assembly to adapt to the complex space layout requirements. However, the connection method between the heater core and the heater water pipes mostly relies on traditional fixed welding technology. In the installation practice, this connection method exposes significant defects: there are no effective fixing measures between the heater core and the heater water pipes, resulting in the heater water pipes being prone to position deviation under the extreme environment of high-temperature brazing, thereby reducing the stability of the overall structure; this problem not only seriously weakens the firmness of the installation, but also greatly increases the difficulty of quality control in the manufacturing process and increases unnecessary cost expenditures. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an assembly structure of a heater core assembly for an automobile air conditioner to solve the problems put forward in the above background technique.

[0004] To achieve the above purpose, the utility model provides the following technical scheme:

[0005] An assembly structure of a heater core assembly for an automobile air conditioner includes a tooling trolley, and a panel is arranged above the tooling trolley; a tooling plate is installed on the panel, and a heater core water pipe assembly component is arranged above the tooling plate, and the heater core water pipe assembly component is movably connected with the tooling plate; the heater core water pipe assembly component includes a support plate which is inclined; one end of the support plate is provided with a hinge, and two groups of angle adjustment components are symmetrically arranged below the other end of the support plate away from the hinge; the upper leaf of the hinge is fixedly connected with the support plate, and the lower leaf of the hinge is fixedly connected with the tooling plate; multiple groups of limit seats are arranged above the support plate, and a heater core is placed in the limit seats; the multiple groups of limit seats form a "U"-shaped limit groove with one side open, and the "U"-shaped limit groove is adapted to the heater core; a fixed bracket is arranged above the other end of the support plate away from the hinge, and a profiling seat is arranged on the fixed bracket; the profiling seat is inclined, and the lower end of the profiling seat is fixedly connected with the fixed bracket; a profiling groove is formed in the inclined edge of the profiling seat, and a water pipe flange is arranged in the profiling groove.

[0006] Preferably, a double-axis cylinder is arranged below the support plate, and the cylinder body of the double-axis cylinder is fixedly connected with the lower end of the support plate; the top of the piston rod of the double-axis cylinder is provided with a cylinder connecting plate which is in a "T" - shaped structure.

[0007] Preferably, the cylinder connecting plate is disposed at the opening of the "U"-shaped limiting groove, wherein the lower end of the cylinder connecting plate is fixedly connected to the top end of the piston rod, and the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate is disposed above the support plate.

[0008] Preferably, the support plate has an clearance groove on the side near the cylinder connecting plate, and a buffer pad is provided on the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate near the heater core.

[0009] Preferably, the support plate is provided with two sets of laser sensors near the contour seat, wherein the laser sensors are fixedly connected to the support plate through sensor fixing seats, and the laser sensors are respectively corresponding to the water pipe interfaces on the heater core.

[0010] Preferably, the angle adjustment assembly includes a right-angle plate, wherein the horizontal end of the right-angle plate is fixedly connected to the tooling plate, and the vertical end of the right-angle plate has an elongated groove along its length; an adjustment rod is provided above the right-angle plate, wherein the lower end of the adjustment rod is provided with a movable shaft, and the movable shaft is disposed in the elongated groove and slidably connected thereto; a hinge seat is provided at the upper end of the adjustment rod, wherein the hinge seat is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support plate, and the hinge seat is hinged to the adjustment rod by a pin.

[0011] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model utilizes the "U"-shaped limiting groove and the matching design of the heater core, as well as the precise limiting of the water pipe flange by the contouring groove on the contouring seat, effectively preventing the positional displacement of the heater water pipe during high-temperature brazing, thus improving assembly accuracy and stability. The introduction of the angle adjustment component allows for adjustment of the support plate angle according to specific needs, enhancing the flexibility of the assembly structure and its adaptability to different models of heater cores. The dual-axis cylinder configuration further provides dynamic support and fine-tuning capabilities for the heater core. The laser sensor enables real-time monitoring of the water pipe interface position on the heater core, providing precise data support for the automated assembly process, reducing human error, and improving assembly efficiency and quality control. Optimizing the assembly structure reduces rework and scrap rates caused by positional displacement, thereby lowering manufacturing costs. Simultaneously, intelligent auxiliary assembly also improves production efficiency, further reducing the cost per unit product. This significantly improves the stability, accuracy, and efficiency of the automotive air conditioning heater core assembly structure, bringing positive technological progress to the automotive air conditioning manufacturing industry. Attached Figure Description

[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0013] Figure 2a , 2b This is a structural schematic diagram of the water pipe assembly component for the heating core of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 3 This is a rear view structural schematic diagram of the water pipe assembly component for the heating core of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the dual-shaft cylinder of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 5 This is a structural schematic diagram of the water pipe assembly component of the heater core of this utility model in use;

[0017] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the heating core and the heating water pipe of this utility model.

[0018] The components include: 1. Tooling trolley; 2. Panel; 3. Tooling plate; 4. Warm air core water pipe assembly assembly; 401. Support plate; 402. Hinge; 403. Limiting seat; 404. Fixed bracket; 405. Contouring seat; 5. Angle adjustment assembly; 501. Right angle plate; 502. Long strip slide; 503. Adjusting rod; 504. Movable shaft; 505. Hinge seat; 6. Warm air core; 7. "U"-shaped limiting groove; 8. Contouring groove; 9. Water pipe flange; 10. Dual-axis cylinder; 11. Cylinder connecting plate; 12. Clearance groove; 13. Buffer pad; 14. Laser sensor; 15. Sensor fixing seat; 16. Warm air water pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0020] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 6 To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0021] An assembly structure of a warm air core assembly for an automotive air conditioner, including a tooling cart 1, with a panel 2 provided above the tooling cart 1; a tooling plate 3 is installed on the panel 2, and a warm air core water pipe assembly component 4 is provided above the tooling plate 3, and the warm air core water pipe assembly component 4 is movably connected to the tooling plate 3; the warm air core water pipe assembly component 4 includes a support plate 401, and the support plate 401 is inclined; one end of the support plate 401 is provided with a hinge 402, and two groups of angle adjustment components 5 are symmetrically provided below the end of the support plate 401 far from the hinge 402; the upper blade of the hinge 402 is fixedly connected to the support plate 401, and the lower blade of the hinge 402 is fixedly connected to the tooling plate 3; multiple limit seats 403 are provided above the support plate 401, and a warm air core 6 is placed in the limit seats 403; the multiple limit seats 403 form a "C"-shaped limit groove 7 with an open side, and the "C"-shaped limit groove 7 is adapted to the warm air core 6; a fixed bracket 404 is provided above the end of the support plate 401 far from the hinge 402, and a profiling seat 405 is provided on the fixed bracket 404; the profiling seat 405 is inclined, and the lower end of the profiling seat 405 is fixedly connected to the fixed bracket 404; a profiling groove 8 is provided on the inclined side of the profiling seat 405, and a water pipe flange 9 is provided in the profiling groove 8.

[0022] The tooling trolley 1 serves as the basic platform for the entire assembly process. A panel 2 is mounted on top of the trolley to provide a stable working surface for subsequent assembly operations. A tooling plate 3 is installed on the panel 2, and a heater core water pipe assembly assembly 4 is connected above the tooling plate 3. The heater core water pipe assembly assembly 4 and the tooling plate 3 are connected movably, facilitating adjustment of position and angle to adapt to different assembly requirements. The structure and function of the heater core water pipe assembly assembly 4 are as follows: a support plate 401 is inclined to provide a stable support surface for the heater core 6; one end of the support plate 401 is connected to the tooling plate 3 via a hinge 402. The upper blade of the hinge 402 is fixed to the support plate 401, and the lower blade is fixed to the tooling plate 3, allowing the support plate 401 to rotate at a certain angle relative to the tooling plate 3, facilitating the adjustment of the position of the heater core 6; two sets of angle adjustment components 5 are symmetrically arranged below the end of the support plate 401 away from the hinge 402 to further precisely adjust the angle of the support plate 401, ensuring the heater core 6 is in the optimal assembly position. The support plate 401 is equipped with multiple sets of limiting seats 403 around its upper perimeter. These limiting seats 403 together form a "U"-shaped limiting groove 7 with an opening on one side. The "U"-shaped limiting groove 7 is adapted to the shape of the heater core 6 to ensure that the heater core 6 will not shift or tilt during assembly. A fixed bracket 404 is provided above the end of the support plate 401 away from the hinge 402. An inclined contouring seat 405 is then installed on the fixed bracket 404. The lower end of the contouring seat 405 is fixedly connected to the fixed bracket 404. The inclined side of the device has a contour groove 8; the contour groove 8 is equipped with a water pipe flange 9. This design ensures that the water pipe flange 9 can be accurately and stably positioned on the contour seat 405, which facilitates the subsequent connection operation with the heater core 6. Through the coordinated action of components such as the tooling trolley 1, tooling plate 3, heater core water pipe assembly assembly 4, limit seat 403, and contour seat 405, the efficient and precise assembly of the heater core 6 and its heater water pipe 1616 is achieved, which improves the assembly efficiency and quality of the automotive air conditioning and heating system.

[0023] Please refer to the following: Figure 2a , 2b and Figure 3 , Figure 4 As an embodiment of this utility model, a dual-axis cylinder 10 is provided below the support plate 401, wherein the cylinder body of the dual-axis cylinder 10 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the support plate 401; a cylinder connecting plate 11 is installed at the top of the piston rod of the dual-axis cylinder 10, wherein the cylinder connecting plate 11 has a "T" shaped structure; the cylinder connecting plate 11 is located at the opening of the "U" shaped limiting groove 7, wherein the lower end of the cylinder connecting plate 11 is fixedly connected to the top of the piston rod, and the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate 11 is located above the support plate 401; an avoidance groove 12 is provided on the side of the support plate 401 near the cylinder connecting plate 11, wherein a buffer pad 13 is provided on the side of the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate 11 near the heater core 6.

[0024] In the above-described scheme, the tooling trolley 1 provides a stable support platform, and the panel 2 above it provides a working surface for subsequent assembly operations; the tooling plate 3 is equipped with a heater core water pipe assembly assembly 4, which is connected to the tooling plate 3 via a movable connection, facilitating adjustment of position and angle; the support plate 401 is inclined and connected to the tooling plate 3 via a hinge 402, allowing the support plate 401 to rotate relative to the tooling plate 3 at a certain angle to adapt to different assembly requirements; the limiting seat 403 above the support plate 401 together form a "U"-shaped limiting groove 7 with an opening on one side, used to stably place and position the heater core 6; a dual-axis cylinder 10 is provided below the support plate 401, wherein the cylinder body of the dual-axis cylinder 10 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the support plate 401, providing... The entire assembly assembly provides a power source; a cylinder connecting plate 11 is installed at the top of the piston rod of the dual-axis cylinder 10. The cylinder connecting plate 11 has a "T" shape and is located at the opening of the "U"-shaped limiting groove 7; the lower end of the cylinder connecting plate 11 is fixedly connected to the top of the piston rod, while the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate 11 is located above the support plate 401 for performing specific assembly actions; in order to accommodate the movement of the cylinder connecting plate 11, a clearance groove 12 is provided on the side of the support plate 401 near the cylinder connecting plate 11 to ensure that the cylinder connecting plate 11 does not interfere with the support plate 401 during movement; a buffer pad 13 is provided on the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate 11 near the heater core 6 to reduce the impact on the heater core 6 during assembly and protect the heater core 6 from damage.

[0025] In use, the heater core 6 is placed in the "U"-shaped limiting groove 7 formed by the limiting seat 403 to ensure that the heater core 6 is stable and accurately positioned. The dual-axis cylinder 10 is activated, which drives the piston rod of the dual-axis cylinder 10 to move the cylinder connecting plate 11. Since the cylinder connecting plate 11 is located at the opening of the "U"-shaped limiting groove 7, it can gradually approach and contact the heater core 6 as the cylinder connecting plate 11 moves. When the cylinder connecting plate 11 contacts the heater core 6, the buffer pad 13 will play a buffering role. This reduces the impact on the heater core 6 and protects it from damage. After the cylinder connecting plate 11 contacts and stabilizes with the heater core 6, the air heater vertical pipe with the water pipe flange 9 is placed at the end of the heater core 6 with the water pipe interface. At the same time, the water pipe flange 9 is inserted into the contour groove 8 opened on the contour seat 405, so that the contour seat 405 provides stable support and positioning for the heater water pipe 16, ensuring that the heater water pipe 16 can be accurately and stably welded and fixed to the water pipe interface of the heater core, which greatly improves work efficiency.

[0026] Please refer to the following: Figure 2a , 2b and Figure 5As an embodiment of the present utility model, the support plate 401 is provided with two sets of laser sensors 14 at one end near the contour seat 405. The laser sensors 14 are fixedly connected to the support plate 401 through the sensor fixing seat 15, and the laser sensors 14 are respectively corresponding to the water pipe interface on the warm air core 6.

[0027] In the above-described scheme, two sets of laser sensors 14 are provided at one end of the support plate 401 near the contour base 405. The laser sensors 14 are firmly connected to the support plate 401 through sensor fixing bases 15. Each set of laser sensors 14 corresponds to the water pipe interface on the heater core 6, which means that the laser sensors 14 can accurately point to and detect the position of the water pipe interface on the heater core 6. The laser sensors 14 can monitor the position of the water pipe interface on the heater core 6 in real time, including the precise position, direction, and any slight positional changes of the interface. Due to the high precision of the laser sensors 14, they can ensure that the heater water pipe 16 and the water pipe interface on the heater core 6 are precisely aligned during the assembly process. The laser sensors 14 also provide a quality control function. If the position of the water pipe interface deviates during the assembly process, the laser sensors 14 can immediately detect it and issue an alarm, thereby preventing assembly errors and quality problems. This not only achieves efficient and precise assembly of the heater core 6 and the heater water pipe 16, but also further improves the quality control level and automation of the assembly process.

[0028] Please refer to the following: Figure 2a , 2b as well as Figure 3 and Figure 5 As an embodiment of this utility model, the angle adjustment component 5 includes a right-angle plate 501, wherein the horizontal end of the right-angle plate 501 is fixedly connected to the tooling plate 3, and the vertical end of the right-angle plate 501 is provided with a long strip groove 502 along its length direction; an adjustment rod 503 is provided above the right-angle plate 501, wherein the lower end of the adjustment rod 503 is provided with a movable shaft 504, and the movable shaft 504 is disposed in the long strip groove 502 and slidably connected thereto; a hinge seat 505 is provided at the upper end of the adjustment rod 503, wherein the hinge seat 505 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support plate 401, and the hinge seat 505 is hinged to the adjustment rod 503 by a pin.

[0029] In the above-described scheme, the angle adjustment component 5 includes a right-angle plate 501, the horizontal end of which is fixedly connected to the tooling plate 3 to ensure the stability of the entire component; the vertical end of the right-angle plate 501 has a long strip groove 502 along its length, providing a track for the movement of the adjustment rod 503; the lower end of the adjustment rod 503 is provided with a movable shaft 504, which is set in the long strip groove 502 of the right-angle plate 501 and slidably connected to it. This design allows the adjustment rod 503 to move freely in the vertical direction within the groove, thereby adjusting the angle of the support plate 401; the upper end of the adjustment rod 503 is provided with a hinge seat 505, which is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support plate 401. The hinge seat 505 is hinged to the adjustment rod 503 by a pin. This connection method allows the support plate 401 to rotate at a certain angle relative to the adjustment rod 503, further increasing the flexibility of angle adjustment.

[0030] Place the heater core 6 into the "U"-shaped limiting groove 7 formed by the limiting seat 403 to ensure the heater core 6 is stable and accurately positioned. Before assembly begins, ensure that the right-angle plate 501 is firmly connected to the tooling plate 3, and that the movable shaft 504 of the adjusting rod 503 is in its initial position within the slide groove. Simultaneously, check that the connection between the hinge seat 505 and the support plate 401 is secure and that the pin is properly installed. According to assembly requirements, the angle of the support plate 401 relative to the tooling plate 3 can be adjusted by moving the position of the adjusting rod 503 within the slide groove. Because the hinge seat 505 is hinged to the adjusting rod 503, the support plate 401 can be tilted within a certain range to adapt to the assembly requirements of different heater cores 6. When adjusting the angle of the support plate 401... During the process, the laser sensor 14 monitors the position changes of the water pipe interface on the heater core 6 in real time. If the position deviates, it can be corrected by fine-tuning the position of the adjusting rod 503 or the angle of the support plate 401 to ensure that the heater water pipe 16 is precisely aligned with the water pipe interface on the heater core 6. After confirming that the heater water pipe 16 is precisely aligned with the water pipe interface on the heater core 6, the final assembly and fixing operation is performed to firmly connect the heater water pipe 16 to the heater core 6. After the assembly is completed, the laser sensor 14 is used again for quality inspection to ensure that the assembly quality meets the design requirements. At the same time, necessary tests and acceptance work are carried out to ensure that the heater core 6 assembly can work normally and meet the performance requirements of the automotive air conditioning system.

[0031] While specific embodiments of this utility model have been described above, those skilled in the art should understand that these are merely illustrative examples, and the scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims. Those skilled in the art can make various changes or modifications to these embodiments without departing from the principles and essence of this utility model, but all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. An assembly structure for a heating core assembly for an automotive air conditioner, comprising a tooling trolley (1), wherein a panel (2) is provided above the tooling trolley (1); characterized in that, A tooling plate (3) is installed on the panel (2). Above the tooling plate (3), there is a warm air core body water pipe assembly component (4), and the warm air core body water pipe assembly component (4) is movably connected to the tooling plate (3); the warm air core body water pipe assembly component (4) includes a support plate (401), and the support plate (401) is inclined; one end of the support plate (401) is provided with a hinge (402), and symmetrically arranged below the other end of the support plate (401) away from the hinge (402) are two groups of angle adjustment components (5); the upper blade of the hinge (402) is fixedly connected to the support plate (401), and the lower blade of the hinge (402) is fixedly connected to the tooling plate (3); above the support plate (401), there are multiple groups of limit seats (403), and a warm air core body (6) is placed in the limit seats (403); the multiple groups of limit seats (403) form a "C"-shaped limit groove (7) with an open side, and the "C"-shaped limit groove (7) is adapted to the warm air core body (6); above the other end of the support plate (401) away from the hinge (402), there is a fixed bracket (404), and on the fixed bracket (404), there is a profiling seat (405); the profiling seat (405) is inclined, and the lower end of the profiling seat (405) is fixedly connected to the fixed bracket (404); on the inclined side of the profiling seat (405), there is a profiling groove (8), and a water pipe flange (9) is arranged in the profiling groove (8).

2. The assembly structure of a heating core for automotive air conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, Below the support plate (401), there is a double-axis cylinder (10), and the cylinder body of the double-axis cylinder (10) is fixedly connected to the lower end of the support plate (401); at the top of the piston rod of the double-axis cylinder (10), there is installed a cylinder connecting plate (11), and the cylinder connecting plate (11) is in a "T" - shaped structure.

3. The assembly structure of a heating core for automotive air conditioning according to claim 2, characterized in that, The cylinder connecting plate (11) is arranged at the opening of the "C"-shaped limit groove (7), the lower end of the cylinder connecting plate (11) is fixedly connected to the top of the piston rod, and the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate (11) is arranged above the support plate (401).

4. The assembly structure of a heating core for automotive air conditioning according to claim 2, characterized in that, On one side of the support plate (401) close to the cylinder connecting plate (11), there is an avoidance groove (12), and on one side of the upper end of the cylinder connecting plate (11) close to the warm air core body (6), there is a buffer pad (13).

5. The assembly structure of a heating core for automotive air conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, On one end of the support plate (401) close to the profiling seat (405), there are two groups of laser sensors (14), and the laser sensors (14) are fixedly connected to the support plate (401) through sensor fixing seats (15), and the laser sensors (14) respectively correspond to the water pipe interfaces on the warm air core body (6).

6. The assembly structure of a heating core for automotive air conditioning according to claim 1, characterized in that, The angle adjustment assembly (5) includes a right-angle plate (501), wherein the horizontal end of the right-angle plate (501) is fixedly connected to the tooling plate (3), and the vertical end of the right-angle plate (501) is provided with a long strip groove (502) along its length direction; an adjustment rod (503) is provided above the right-angle plate (501), wherein the lower end of the adjustment rod (503) is provided with a movable shaft (504), and the movable shaft (504) is set in the long strip groove (502) and slidably connected thereto; a hinge seat (505) is provided at the upper end of the adjustment rod (503), wherein the hinge seat (505) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the support plate (401), and the hinge seat (505) is hinged to the adjustment rod (503) through a pin.