Vehicle roof structure and vehicle

Abstract

The vehicle ceiling structure comprises a ceiling, an outer frame and a guide rail used for guiding movement of a sunshade curtain, the ceiling is provided with a skylight opening, the guide rail is located above the ceiling and located on the periphery of the skylight opening, the guide rail extends in the movement direction of the sunshade curtain, and the sunshade curtain is arranged in the outer frame. The outer frame comprises a frame which is located between the ceiling and the guide rail and fixed relative to the ceiling, the frame is connected with a clamping piece in a clamped mode, the clamping piece comprises a first clamping part, and the guide rail is provided with a second clamping part matched with the first clamping part in a clamped mode. And by adopting a clamping mode, the frame and the guide rail are more convenient and rapid to disassemble and assemble. The clamping piece is clamped on the frame, so that the clamping piece is convenient to replace, the connection reliability of the clamping piece and the frame is improved, and the probability that the clamping piece is separated from the frame is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive technology, and in particular to a vehicle roof structure and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] A car roof structure typically includes the roof, sunroof glass, car parts, sun visors or sunshades, etc.

[0003] Currently, car roof linings are typically connected to sunshade rails via Velcro or magnetic fasteners. This connection method is prone to loosening after prolonged vehicle use. Furthermore, because mushroom-shaped hook-and-loop fasteners use an adhesive process, incomplete application of the primer during production can lead to poor adhesion, resulting in insecure mounting points. Additionally, the pull-out force provided by mushroom-shaped hook-and-loop fasteners in the vehicle's height direction is relatively low. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a vehicle roof structure that improves the reliability of the connection between the roof and the sunshade guide rail.

[0005] This application provides a vehicle roof structure, including a roof, an outer frame, and a guide rail for guiding the movement of a sunshade. The roof has a skylight, and the guide rail is located above the roof and around the skylight. The guide rail extends along the movement direction of the sunshade. The outer frame includes a border located between the roof and the guide rail and fixed relative to the roof. The border is snapped with a snap-fit ​​member, and the snap-fit ​​member includes a first snap-fit ​​portion. The guide rail has a second snap-fit ​​portion that snaps into and engages with the first snap-fit ​​portion.

[0006] In one embodiment, the outer edge of the frame has an inwardly extending notch for inserting the snap-fit ​​member from the outside in, and the snap-fit ​​member has a limiting groove for inserting at least two edges of the notch.

[0007] In one embodiment, the notch includes two side edges arranged relatively spaced apart along the length of the guide rail and an inner edge located between the two side edges, the limiting groove includes slots for insertion of the side edges, each side edge corresponding to one slot, and at least a portion of the first snap-fit ​​portion is located between the two slots.

[0008] In one embodiment, when the snap-fit ​​is mounted on the frame, a portion of the inner edge is located within the slot.

[0009] In one embodiment, the snap-fit ​​component includes a base plate, a first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the top surface of the base plate, and a connecting plate arranged side by side with the base plate is disposed above the base plate. There are two connecting plates, which are spaced apart along the length direction of the guide rail. The slot is formed between the connecting plates and the base plate, and the first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed between the two connecting plates.

[0010] In one embodiment, a portion of the frame protrudes upward to form a boss, a cavity is formed between the boss and the canopy, and the outer edge of the boss is a portion of the outer edge of the frame, with the notch located on the top plate of the boss.

[0011] In one embodiment, the top surface and / or bottom surface of the boss top plate are provided with a groove extending along the insertion direction of the snap-fit ​​member, and the snap-fit ​​member is provided with a sliding part that slides in cooperation with the groove.

[0012] In one embodiment, the snap-fit ​​member is provided with a sound-absorbing element located between the guide rail and the frame, and at least a portion of the sound-absorbing element is in contact with the guide rail and the frame.

[0013] In one embodiment, the sound-absorbing component is sound-absorbing cotton sleeved around the first snap-fit ​​portion.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first latching part is a buckle located above the limiting groove, and the second latching part is a slot into which the buckle is latched.

[0015] In one embodiment, the buckle includes a main shell and an elastic card that engages with the slot. The main shell includes two oppositely arranged side walls, each of which has an opening, and the elastic card is disposed in each opening.

[0016] In one embodiment, there are two guide rails, which are spaced apart along the left-right direction of the vehicle. Each guide rail corresponds to a frame. Both the guide rail and the frame extend along the front-rear direction of the vehicle. Each frame corresponds to at least two snap-fit ​​pieces spaced apart along the length of the frame.

[0017] This application also provides a vehicle including the vehicle roof structure described in any of the above embodiments.

[0018] Compared with existing technologies, the vehicle roof structure provided in this application utilizes a snap-fit ​​component that engages with a second snap-fit ​​portion on the guide rail, thereby enabling the installation of the frame and guide rail. This snap-fit ​​method makes the disassembly and installation of the frame and guide rail more convenient and quick. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​component's engagement with the frame facilitates replacement while improving the reliability of the connection between the component and the frame, reducing the probability of the component detaching from the frame. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the conventional technology, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the conventional technology 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.

[0020] Figure 1 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a ceiling structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A magnified view of a section at point I;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of a section at point II;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the middle frame structure;

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point III;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a snap-fit ​​connector according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 8 for Figure 7 Another structural diagram;

[0028] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a snap-fit ​​connector mounted on a guide rail according to an embodiment of this application.

[0029] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A partial sectional view.

[0030] Reference numerals: 1. Roof; 11. Skylight; 2. Outer frame; 21. Frame; 210. Boss; 211. Notch; 2111. Side edge; 2112. Inner edge; 212. Slide groove; 2121. Positioning groove; 22. Connecting frame; 3. Guide rail; 31. Slot; 4. Snap-fit; 40. Base plate; 41. Limiting groove; 411. Slot; 42. Buckle; 421. Main shell; 4211. Opening; 422. Elastic clip; 43. Connecting plate; 44. Extension plate; 441. Sliding part; 5. Cavity; 6. Sound-absorbing component. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this application more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Many specific details are set forth in the following description to provide a thorough understanding of this application. However, this application can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar modifications without departing from the spirit of this application. Therefore, this application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0032] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another component, it can be directly on the other component or there may be an intermediate component. When a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or there may be an intermediate component present. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "side," "top," "bottom," and similar expressions used in this application's specification are merely for describing various exemplary structural parts and elements of this application. However, their use herein is for illustrative purposes only and is determined based on the exemplary orientations shown in the accompanying drawings, and does not represent the only possible implementation. Since the embodiments disclosed in this application can be arranged in different orientations, these terms indicating orientation are for illustrative purposes only and should not be considered as limitations. For example, "upper" and "lower" are not necessarily limited to directions opposite to or consistent with the direction of gravity.

[0033] Furthermore, 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. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0034] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature and the second feature are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0035] It should be noted that "axial arrangement" means that the overall arrangement direction is along the axial direction, including but not limited to axial extension, and may be at an angle to the axial direction.

[0036] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used in this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used in this application includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0037] like Figures 1-10 As shown, this application provides a vehicle roof structure. This vehicle roof structure is applied in vehicles, such as automobiles. Figure 1 Combination Figure 9 As shown, the vehicle roof structure includes a roof 1, an outer frame 2, and a guide rail 3 for guiding the movement of the sunshade. The roof 1 has a skylight 11. The guide rail 3 is located above the roof 1 and around the skylight 11. The guide rail 3 extends along the direction of movement of the sunshade. The outer frame 2 includes a side frame 21 located between the roof 1 and the guide rail 3. The side frame 21 is fixed relative to the roof 1, and a snap-fit ​​element 4 is engaged with the side frame 21. The snap-fit ​​element 4 includes a first snap-fit ​​portion, and the guide rail 3 has a second snap-fit ​​portion that engages with the first snap-fit ​​portion.

[0038] Understandably, the snap-fit ​​component 4, which is attached to the frame 21, engages with the second snap-fit ​​part on the guide rail 3, thus enabling the installation of the frame 21 and the guide rail 3. This snap-fit ​​method makes the disassembly and installation of the frame 21 and the guide rail 3 more convenient and quick. By snapping the component 4 onto the frame 21, the replacement of the component 4 is facilitated, while the reliability of the connection between the component 4 and the frame 21 is improved, reducing the probability of the component 4 detaching from the frame 21.

[0039] In one embodiment, a first latch is provided on the frame 21, and a second latch is provided on the latching member 4 to engage with the first latch. In this embodiment, as... Figures 2-6 As shown, the outer edge of the frame 21 has an inwardly extending notch 211 for inserting the snap-fit ​​member 4 from the outside in. The snap-fit ​​member 4 has a limiting groove 41 for inserting at least two edges of the notch 211. The insertion and removal direction of the snap-fit ​​member 4 is inward and outward, and the insertion and removal direction of the edges of the notch 211 is also inward and outward.

[0040] Understandably, when the frame 21 and the snap-fit ​​4 need to be connected, the snap-fit ​​4 only needs to be inserted into the notch 211 of the frame 21. The edge of the notch 211 is located within the limiting groove 41, which constrains the frame 21 and the snap-fit ​​4. At the same time, it improves the limiting ability of the frame 21 and the guide rail 3 in the vehicle height direction, that is, it improves the pull-out force of the roof 1 and the sunshade in the vehicle height direction. During disassembly, it is only necessary to pull the snap-fit ​​4 out of the notch 211, making the installation and disassembly process convenient and quick.

[0041] In this embodiment, as Figures 2-6 As shown, a portion of the frame 21 protrudes upward to form a boss 210. A cavity 5 is formed between the boss 210 and the roof 1. The outer edge of the boss 210 is part of the outer edge of the frame 21, and the notch 211 is located on the top plate of the boss 210. It can be understood that the snap-fit ​​4 is installed on the boss 210, and the guide rail 3 is snapped onto the snap-fit ​​4. Since the cavity 5 is formed between the boss 210 and the roof 1, the bending resistance and rigidity of the guide rail 3 and the roof 1 in the vehicle height direction are increased.

[0042] like Figures 2-6 As shown, the notch 211 includes two side edges 2111 arranged relatively spaced along the length of the guide rail 3 and an inner edge 2112 located between the two side edges 2111. In one embodiment, two adjacent edges of the notch 211, such as the side edges 2111 and the inner edge 2112, are located within a limiting groove 41. The limiting groove 41 includes slots 411 for insertion of the side edges 2111, with each side edge 2111 corresponding to one slot 411. That is, the limiting groove 41 includes two slots 411, and the two edges of the notch 211 are limited. At least a portion of the first engaging portion is located between the two slots 411.

[0043] Understandably, when the frame 21 and the snap-fit ​​4 need to be connected, the snap-fit ​​4 only needs to be inserted into the notch 211 of the frame 21. The two side edges 2111 of the notch 211 are located in the corresponding slots 411, thus constraining the frame 21 and the snap-fit ​​4. At the same time, it improves the limiting ability of the frame 21 and the guide rail 3 in the vehicle height direction, that is, it improves the pull-out force of the roof 1 and the sunshade in the vehicle height direction. During disassembly, it is only necessary to pull the snap-fit ​​4 out of the notch 211, making the installation and disassembly process convenient and quick.

[0044] In another embodiment, when the snap-fit ​​4 is mounted on the frame 21, in addition to the two side edges 2111 being located within the corresponding slots 411, a portion of the inner edge 2112 is located within the slots 411. In this embodiment, both ends of the inner edge 2112 are located within the corresponding slots 411.

[0045] It is understandable that, in addition to the two side edges 2111 being connected to the corresponding side slots 411 for constraint, the inner edge 2112 is also connected to the slots 411 for constraint, i.e., three-sided limiting, which improves the limiting ability of the frame 21 and the card connector 4.

[0046] like Figure 7 and Figure 8As shown, the snap-fit ​​component 4 includes a base plate 40, and a first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed on the top surface of the base plate 40. In one embodiment, the outer peripheral wall of the base plate 40 is provided with the aforementioned slot 411. In this embodiment, a connecting plate 43 is disposed above the base plate 40 and arranged side by side with the base plate 40. There are two connecting plates 43, which are spaced apart along the length direction of the guide rail 3. A slot 411 is formed between the connecting plates 43 and the base plate 40, and the first snap-fit ​​portion is disposed between the two connecting plates 43.

[0047] Understandably, the aforementioned arrangement of the first card connector and slot 411 improves the reliability of the first card connector and slot 411.

[0048] like Figures 2-8 As shown, the top surface and / or bottom surface of the top plate of the aforementioned boss 210 are provided with a groove 212 extending along the insertion direction of the snap-fit ​​member 4, and the snap-fit ​​member 4 is provided with a sliding part 441 that slides in conjunction with the groove 212. It can be understood that the way the sliding part 441 and the groove 212 cooperate better guides the insertion and removal of the snap-fit ​​member 4, making it easier to install and remove the snap-fit ​​member 4.

[0049] In one embodiment, the bottom surface of the top plate of the boss 210 is provided with the aforementioned groove 212. In this embodiment, as... Figures 2-8 As shown, the top surface of the boss 210 top plate is provided with the aforementioned sliding groove 212. Specifically, the outer side wall of the connecting plate 43 is provided with an extension plate 44 extending away from the first snap-fit ​​portion, and the sliding portion 441 is provided on the bottom surface of the extension plate 44. In addition, the aforementioned sliding groove 212 is provided with a positioning groove 2121 to restrict the sliding portion 441 from continuing to move inward. When the snap-fit ​​member 4 is constrained within the notch 211, the sliding portion 441 is located within the positioning groove 2121.

[0050] like Figure 2 , Figure 4 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the aforementioned snap-fit ​​component 4 is provided with a sound-absorbing component 6, which is located between the guide rail 3 and the frame 21, and at least a portion of the sound-absorbing component 6 is in contact with the guide rail 3 and the frame 21. In one embodiment, the sound-absorbing component 6 is an elastic component. In this embodiment, the sound-absorbing component 6 is sound-absorbing cotton sleeved around the first snap-fit ​​portion, with at least a portion of the upper surface of the sound-absorbing cotton abutting against the bottom surface of the guide rail 3, and the lower surface of the sound-absorbing cotton abutting against the top surface of the base plate 40.

[0051] Understandably, the presence of sound-absorbing component 6 can absorb the abnormal noise caused by the vibration of parts in the ceiling structure 1, resulting in good noise reduction.

[0052] In one embodiment, the first engaging portion is a slot, and the second engaging portion is a buckle that engages with the slot. In this embodiment, as... Figure 2 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, the first latching part is a latch 42 located above the slot 411, and the second latching part is a slot 31 into which the latch 42 is latched. It can be understood that the latch 42 and the slot 31 are simpler and less expensive.

[0053] In one embodiment, the latch 42 is a resilient latch. In this embodiment, as... Figures 7-10 As shown, the aforementioned buckle 42 includes a main housing 421 and an elastic card 422 that engages with the card slot 31. The main housing 421 includes two oppositely arranged side walls, each with an opening 4211, and each opening 4211 contains an elastic card 422. It is understood that using the elastic card 422 and the card slot 31 for engagement is more convenient and faster.

[0054] Understandably, the elastic clips 422 on both side walls engage with the slots 31, providing engagement in two directions and improving the reliability of the assembly between the clip 4 and the guide rail 3.

[0055] Furthermore, each opening 4211 may correspond to one, two, or more flexible cards 422. Additionally, the number of flexible cards 422 corresponding to two openings 4211 may be equal or unequal.

[0056] The application also provides a vehicle, which is an automobile, and includes the aforementioned vehicle roof structure. For example... Figure 2 As shown, the car's front-to-back direction (length direction) is the x-direction, the car's left-to-right direction (width direction) is the y-direction, and the car's up-and-down direction (vertical direction) is the z-direction.

[0057] like Figure 1 Combination Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the vehicle roof structure has two guide rails 3, each corresponding to a frame 21. The outer frame 2 also includes two connecting frames 22 that connect the two frames 21, spaced apart along the length of the frame 21. The frame 21 and connecting frames 22 together form a closed ring; that is, the outer frame 2 is ring-shaped and serves as a reinforcing frame. In one embodiment, the two guide rails 3 are spaced apart along the vehicle's front-to-back direction, and both the guide rails 3 and the frame 21 extend along the vehicle's left-to-right direction. In this case, the aforementioned inside-outside direction is the front-to-back direction. In this embodiment, the two guide rails 3 are spaced apart along the vehicle's left-to-right direction, and both the guide rails 3 and the frame 21 extend along the vehicle's front-to-back direction. In this case, the aforementioned inside-outside direction is the left-to-right direction.

[0058] like Figures 1-3As shown, each of the aforementioned frame edges 21 has at least two snap-fit ​​pieces 4 spaced apart along the length of the frame edge 21. It can be understood that at least two snap-fit ​​pieces 4 improve the stability and reliability of the installation between the frame edge 21 and the guide rail 3, and reduce the probability of the frame edge 21 and the guide rail 3 detaching. In this embodiment, four snap-fit ​​pieces 4 are provided on each frame edge 21. Furthermore, three or more snap-fit ​​pieces 4 may also be provided.

[0059] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0060] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this application, and while the descriptions are specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the patent protection scope of this application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A vehicle roof structure, characterized in that, The device includes a canopy (1), an outer frame (2), and a guide rail (3) for guiding the movement of the sunshade. The canopy (1) has a skylight (11). The guide rail (3) is located above the canopy (1) and around the skylight (11). The guide rail (3) extends along the movement direction of the sunshade. The outer frame (2) includes a frame (21) located between the canopy (1) and the guide rail (3) and fixed relative to the canopy (1). The frame (21) is fitted with a snap-fit ​​member (4). The snap-fit ​​member (4) includes a first snap-fit ​​part. The guide rail (3) has a second snap-fit ​​part that engages with the first snap-fit ​​part.

2. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side of the frame (21) has an inwardly extending notch (211) for inserting the snap-fit ​​member (4) from the outside to the inside, and the snap-fit ​​member (4) has a limiting groove (41) for inserting at least two edges of the notch (211).

3. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The notch (211) includes two side edges (2111) arranged at intervals relative to each other along the length of the guide rail (3) and an inner edge (2112) located between the two side edges (2111). The limiting groove (41) includes a slot (411) for inserting the side edges (2111). Each side edge (2111) corresponds to one slot (411). At least a portion of the first snap-fit ​​portion is located between the two slots (411).

4. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, When the snap-fit ​​(4) is mounted on the frame (21), part of the inner edge (2112) is located in the slot (411).

5. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The snap-fit ​​component (4) includes a base plate (40), the first snap-fit ​​part is disposed on the top surface of the base plate (40), and a connecting plate (43) is disposed above the base plate (40) and arranged side by side with the base plate (40). There are two connecting plates (43) and they are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the guide rail (3). The slot (411) is formed between the connecting plate (43) and the base plate (40), and the first snap-fit ​​part is disposed between the two connecting plates (43).

6. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, A portion of the frame (21) protrudes upward to form a boss (210), and a cavity (5) is formed between the boss (210) and the ceiling (1). The outer edge of the boss (210) is part of the outer edge of the frame (21), and the notch (211) is located on the top plate of the boss (210).

7. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The top surface and / or bottom surface of the boss (210) top plate are provided with a groove (212) extending along the insertion direction of the snap-fit ​​member (4), and the snap-fit ​​member (4) is provided with a sliding part (441) that slides in cooperation with the groove (212).

8. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The snap-fit ​​member (4) is provided with a sound-absorbing member (6), which is located between the guide rail (3) and the frame (21), and at least a portion of the sound-absorbing member (6) is in contact with the guide rail (3) and the frame (21).

9. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The sound-absorbing component (6) is a sound-absorbing cotton sleeved around the first snap-fit ​​part.

10. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first snap-fit ​​part is a buckle (42) located above the limiting groove (41), and the second snap-fit ​​part is a slot (31) into which the buckle (42) is snapped.

11. The vehicle roof structure according to claim 10, characterized in that, The buckle (42) includes a main shell (421) and an elastic card (422) that engages with the card slot (31). The main shell (421) includes two oppositely arranged side walls, each of which has an opening (4211), and the elastic card (422) is disposed in each opening (4211).

12. The vehicle roof structure according to any one of claims 1 to 11, characterized in that, There are two guide rails (3) and they are arranged at intervals along the left and right directions of the vehicle. Each guide rail (3) corresponds to a frame (21). Both the guide rail (3) and the frame (21) extend along the front and rear directions of the vehicle. Each frame (21) corresponds to at least two snap-fit ​​pieces (4) arranged at intervals along the length direction of the frame (21).

13. A vehicle, characterized in that, The vehicle roof structure includes any one of claims 1 to 12.

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