Control mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test

By designing an automated control mechanism, the retarder handle is operated automatically using an electric push rod and an electromagnet. Combined with adjustable connectors and ball joint clamps, the problems of low automation and limited applicability of retarder operation are solved, thereby improving the accuracy and safety of the test.

CN223678831UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-16NINGBO GAIDE CHAORI ELECTROMECHANICAL TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520161149.1
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-23
Publication Date
2025-12-16
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-23

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Technical Problem

The existing operating methods for commercial vehicle retarders have a low degree of automation, which can lead to operator fatigue and misoperation, affecting the accuracy and safety of the test. In addition, the applicable scope is limited and they cannot be used interchangeably with different vehicle models or retarders.

Method used

Design an operating mechanism that includes a fixed component, a drive component, and a control component. Employ an electric push rod, an electromagnet, and a displacement sensor to achieve automated operation and flexible connection of the retarder handle. Combined with adjustable connectors and ball joint clamps, it can adapt to different vehicle models.

Benefits of technology

It improves the automation and precision of retarder operation, reduces manual intervention, enhances the versatility and stability of the control mechanism, and ensures the accuracy and safety of test data.

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Abstract

A control mechanism for assisting a commercial vehicle simulation test comprises a fixing assembly, a driving assembly and a control assembly. The fixing assembly is used for fixing the control mechanism. The driving assembly comprises a fixing plate, an electric push rod is installed on the fixing plate, a connecting piece is assembled at the output end of the electric push rod, and the connecting piece is rotationally connected with the control assembly. The control assembly comprises a mounting plate, a handle clamp, a fixing tool and an electromagnet, the mounting plate is provided with a first adjusting groove used for mounting the fixing tool and a second adjusting groove used for mounting the handle clamp, and the fixing tool is provided with a third adjusting groove used for mounting the electromagnet. The handle clamp is used for clamping a retarder handle, a zero returning button is arranged on the retarder handle, the electromagnet is connected with a push rod, and the push rod right faces the zero returning button. Compared with the prior art, the automation degree is high, and the applicability is high.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model belongs to commercial vehicle test device technical field, concretely relates to a kind of operating mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test. BACKGROUND

[0002] In the road simulation fatigue test of commercial vehicle, test personnel usually need to manually operate vehicle retarder to switch high-low gear. This manual operation not only increases the complexity of the test, but also can lead to inaccurate test results, especially in long-time test, the fatigue of test personnel can further affect the stability and reliability of the test. Specifically, the existing manual control mode has the following problems:

[0003] 1. Low degree of automation: the existing retarder control mode mainly relies on manual operation of test personnel, lacks automatic control function. Test personnel is prone to misoperation due to fatigue in long-time test, which affects the accuracy of test data and the safety of test. In addition, manual operation is difficult to ensure the accuracy and consistency of each operation, especially in high-frequency gear shifting operation, the reaction speed and operation precision of test personnel may not meet the test requirements.

[0004] 2. Limited scope of application: the existing auxiliary retarder control mechanism is usually designed for specific vehicle models or specific types of retarder, lacks universality. For example, some control mechanisms are only suitable for the retarder of a certain commercial vehicle, and cannot be directly applied to other vehicle models or different types of retarder. This limitation leads to frequent replacement or adjustment of control mechanism when testing multiple vehicle models or multiple types of retarder, increasing the complexity and cost of test. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0005] To solve the above technical problems, the utility model solves the problems through the following technical solutions.

[0006] An operating mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test includes a fixed component, a drive component and a control component. The fixed component is used to fix the operating mechanism. The drive component includes a fixed plate, and an electric push rod is installed on the fixed plate. The output end of the electric push rod is equipped with a connecting piece, and the connecting piece is rotationally connected with the control component. Through the cooperative work of the fixed component, the drive component and the control component, the stable fixation and automatic operation of the operating mechanism are realized. The introduction of electric push rod makes the switching operation of retarder handle more accurate and efficient, reduces manual intervention, and improves the degree of automation of test.

[0007] The control assembly comprises a mounting plate, a handle clamp, a fixing tool and an electromagnet, the mounting plate is provided with a first adjusting groove for mounting the fixing tool and a second adjusting groove for mounting the handle clamp, and the fixing tool is provided with a third adjusting groove for mounting the electromagnet. The design of the first adjusting groove, the second adjusting groove and the third adjusting groove makes the positions of the handle clamp, the fixing tool and the electromagnet adjustable, so that the operating mechanism can be suitable for different types of commercial vehicles. The handle clamp is used for clamping the retarder handle, the retarder handle is provided with a zero reset button, the electromagnet is connected with a push rod, and the push rod is opposite to the zero reset button. The design of the control assembly makes the clamping and zero reset operation of the retarder handle more convenient and reliable. Through the cooperation of the push rod of the electromagnet and the zero reset button, the automatic zero reset function of the retarder gear is realized, and the automation level and operation accuracy of the test are further improved.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the operating mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test, the connecting piece is provided with a clamping groove, the two sides of the clamping groove are equipped with ball screws, the ends of the ball screws facing the clamping groove are equipped with balls, the mounting plate is provided with a fourth adjusting groove, and the mounting plate is connected with the connecting piece in a manner that the balls cooperate with the fourth adjusting groove. The cooperation of the ball screws and the fourth adjusting groove makes the control assembly and the driving assembly in a flexible connection relationship, so that the driving assembly can drive the control assembly to rotate when shifting gears, and the retarder handle will also rotate with the control assembly to realize gear shifting.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the operating mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test, the driving assembly further comprises a pull rod type displacement sensor, the detection end of the displacement sensor is connected with a transition plate, the output end of the electric push rod is assembled with the transition plate, and the connecting piece is fixed on the transition plate. The introduction of the pull rod type displacement sensor makes the displacement data of the electric push rod be able to be collected and monitored in real time, realizes the accurate control of the switching operation of the retarder handle, and further improves the accuracy and reliability of the test.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the operating mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test, the number of fixing assemblies for fixing the operating mechanism is two. The fixing assembly comprises a mounting seat, and two groups of suction cups are assembled on the mounting seat. The design of the two groups of fixing assemblies and suction cups enhances the stability of the operating mechanism, ensures that it will not be displaced or loosened during the test, and improves the safety and reliability of the test.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the steering mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test, the fixed assembly comprises a ball clamp, one end of which is equipped with a first ball head and the other end is equipped with a second ball head, the first ball head is installed on a fixed plate, and the second ball head is installed on a mounting seat. The design of the ball clamp enables the fixed assembly to flexibly adjust the angle and adapt to the installation requirements of different vehicle models, further improving the versatility and installation convenience of the steering mechanism.

[0012] In view of the low automation degree and limited application range in the prior art, the technical application scheme provides a steering mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test, which has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0013] 1. Improve the automation degree and reduce manual intervention: The technical scheme introduces automatic components such as electric push rods, electromagnets and displacement sensors to realize automatic operation of the retarder high-low gear shifting. The tester does not need to manually operate the retarder handle, avoiding fatigue and misoperation caused by long-term testing. The cooperation of the electric push rod and the displacement sensor ensures the accuracy and consistency of each gear shifting operation, significantly improving the accuracy of test data and the safety of the test process.

[0014] 2. Enhance versatility and adaptability: The technical scheme designs adjustable connecting pieces, sliding grooves and ball clamps to make the steering mechanism flexible and adaptable to different vehicle models and different types of retarders. For example, the design of the ball clamp enables the fixed assembly to flexibly adjust the angle and adapt to the installation requirements of different vehicle models. This universal design reduces the need to frequently replace or adjust the steering mechanism for different vehicle models or retarders, reducing the complexity and cost of testing. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the steering mechanism Figure 1 .

[0016] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the steering mechanism Figure 2 .

[0017] Figure 3 is an exploded view of the structure of the steering mechanism.

[0018] The following is a description of the markings in the drawings of the specification:

[0019] 10, mounting plate; 11, handle clamp; 12, fixed tooling; 13, electromagnet; 14, first adjusting groove; 15, second adjusting groove; 16, third adjusting groove; 17, fourth adjusting groove;

[0020] 20, fixing plate; 21, electric push rod; 22, displacement sensor; 23, transition plate; 24, connecting piece; 25, ball screw;

[0021] 30, ball head clamp; 31, first ball head; 32, second ball head; 33, mounting seat; 34, suction cup;

[0022] 40, retarder handle; 41, zero reset button. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The utility model will be described in further detail below in combination with the drawings and specific embodiments.

[0024] In the following embodiments, the same or similar reference signs represent the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout, and the following embodiments described by referring to the drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the utility model, and cannot be understood as limiting the utility model.

[0025] In the description of the utility model, it is understood that the terms: center, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, thickness, upper, lower, front, rear, left, right, vertical, horizontal, top, bottom, inner, outer, clockwise, counterclockwise and the like indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, therefore cannot be understood as limiting the utility model. In addition, the terms: first, second and the like are only for the purpose of description, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the shown technical features. In the description of the utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms: mounting, connecting, connecting and the like should be understood in a broad sense, and the person skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0026] Referring to Figures 1 to 3 A kind of steering mechanism for assisting commercial vehicle simulation test, including fixed component, drive component and control component.The fixed component is used to fix steering mechanism.The drive component includes fixing plate 20, electric push rod 21 is installed on the fixing plate 20, the output end of electric push rod 21 is equipped with connecting piece 24, and the connecting piece 24 is rotatably connected with control component.The stable fixation and automation operation of steering mechanism are realized by the cooperative work of fixed component, drive component and control component.The introduction of electric push rod 21 makes the switching operation of retarder handle 40 more accurate and efficient, reduces manual intervention, and improves the degree of automation of test.

[0027] The control assembly comprises a mounting plate 10, a handle clamp 11, a fixing tool 12 and an electromagnet 13, the mounting plate 10 is provided with a first adjusting groove 14 for mounting the fixing tool 12 and a second adjusting groove 15 for mounting the handle clamp 11, and the fixing tool 12 is provided with a third adjusting groove 16 for mounting the electromagnet 13. The first adjusting groove 14, the second adjusting groove 15 and the third adjusting groove 16 are designed to adjust the positions of the handle clamp 11, the fixing tool 12 and the electromagnet 13, so that the operating mechanism can be applied to different types of commercial vehicles. The handle clamp 11 is used for clamping the retarder handle 40, the retarder handle 40 is provided with a zero reset button 41, and the electromagnet 13 is connected with a push rod which is opposite to the zero reset button 41. The design of the control assembly makes the clamping and zero reset operation of the retarder handle 40 more convenient and reliable. Through the cooperation of the push rod of the electromagnet 13 and the zero reset button 41, the automatic zero reset function of the retarder gear is realized, and the automation level and operation accuracy of the test are further improved.

[0028] During the test, the electric push rod 21 is controlled by the program to perform the extension and retraction movement, thereby driving the control assembly to rotate to realize the high-low gear switching operation of the retarder. When it is necessary to reset the retarder gear to zero, the push rod of the electromagnet 13 is controlled by the program to extend, and the zero reset button 41 is pressed to realize the automatic zero reset operation of the gear. Through the cooperation of the electromagnet 13 and the zero reset button 41, the automation level and operation convenience of the test are further improved.

[0029] In order to further ensure smooth operation, the connecting piece 24 is provided with a clamping groove, the clamping groove is provided with a ball screw bolt 25 on both sides, the ball screw bolt 25 is provided with a ball on the end facing the clamping groove, the mounting plate 10 is provided with a fourth adjusting groove 17, and the mounting plate 10 is connected with the connecting piece 24 in a manner that the ball and the fourth adjusting groove 17 cooperate. The cooperation of the ball screw bolt 25 and the fourth adjusting groove 17 makes the control assembly and the driving assembly in a flexible connection relationship, so that the driving assembly can drive the control assembly to rotate when shifting gears, and the retarder handle 40 will also rotate with the control assembly to realize gear shifting.

[0030] In order to ensure the accuracy of automatic operation, the driving assembly further comprises a pull rod type displacement sensor 22, the detection end of the displacement sensor 22 is connected with a transition plate 23, the output end of the electric push rod 21 is connected with the transition plate 23, and the connecting piece 24 is fixed on the transition plate 23. The introduction of the pull rod type displacement sensor 22 makes the displacement data of the electric push rod 21 be able to be collected and monitored in real time, realizes the accurate control of the switching operation of the retarder handle 40, and further improves the accuracy and reliability of the test.

[0031] In this application, the number of fixing assemblies for fixing the steering mechanism is two groups. The fixing assembly includes a mounting seat 33, and two groups of suction cups 34 are assembled on the mounting seat 33. The two groups of fixing assemblies are adsorbed on the front windshield of the test vehicle through the suction cups 34, ensuring the stability of the steering mechanism during the test. The design of the suction cups 34 enables the fixing assembly to be quickly installed and disassembled, adapting to the installation requirements of different vehicle models. The design of the two groups of fixing assemblies enhances the stability of the steering mechanism, preventing it from shifting or loosening during the test, improving the safety and reliability of the test. The fixing assembly includes a ball clamp 30, one end of which is equipped with a first ball head 31, and the other end is equipped with a second ball head 32, the first ball head 31 is installed on the fixing plate 20, and the second ball head 32 is installed on the mounting seat 33. The design of the ball clamp 30 enables the fixing assembly to flexibly adjust the angle, adapting to the installation requirements of different vehicle models, further improving the versatility and installation convenience of the steering mechanism.

[0032] As another embodiment of the present application, the suction cups 34 in the fixing assembly can be replaced by clamping tools or adhesive sheets, which are fixed on the cab floor or steering platform according to the position of the retarder of different commercial vehicles. The clamping tool is fixed on the cab floor or steering platform by mechanical clamping, which is suitable for scenes where the suction cup 34 cannot be fixed. The clamping tool can be adjusted according to the installation requirements of different vehicle models, ensuring the stability and reliability of the steering mechanism. The design of the clamping tool not only avoids the problem that the suction cup 34 cannot be adsorbed on special surfaces (such as uneven or non-glass surfaces), but also provides stronger fixing force, which is suitable for high-vibration or high-load test environments. The adhesive sheet is made of high-strength adhesive material and can be firmly attached to the cab floor or steering platform. Compared with the suction cup 34, the adhesive sheet is suitable for more types of surface materials, such as metal and plastic, and is easier to install. The design of the adhesive sheet is particularly suitable for temporary tests or scenes that need to be frequently disassembled, which can ensure the fixing strength while reducing damage to the vehicle structure.

[0033] The protection scope of the present application includes but is not limited to the above embodiments, and the protection scope of the present application is subject to the claims, any replacement, deformation, improvement of the present technology that can be easily thought of by those skilled in the art falls within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A steering mechanism for assisting in simulating testing of a commercial vehicle, characterized by, The utility model relates to a kind of fixed steering mechanism, including fixed component, drive component and control component;The fixed component is used to fix steering mechanism;The drive component includes fixed plate (20), and electric push rod (21) is installed on the fixed plate (20), and the output end of electric push rod (21) is equipped with connecting piece (24), and the connecting piece (24) is rotatably connected with control component; The control component includes mounting plate (10), handle clamp (11), fixed tooling (12) and electromagnet (13), first adjusting groove (14) for installing fixed tooling (12) and second adjusting groove (15) for installing handle clamp (11) are provided on the mounting plate (10), and third adjusting groove (16) for installing electromagnet (13) is provided on the fixed tooling (12);The handle clamp (11) is used to clamp retarder handle (40), and zero reset button (41) is provided on the retarder handle (40), and the electromagnet (13) is connected with push rod, and the push rod is opposite zero reset button (41).

2. A steering mechanism for assisting in the simulation of commercial vehicle tests according to claim 1, characterized in that Connecting piece (24) is provided with clamping groove, and ball screw bolt (25) is equipped on the both sides of clamping groove, ball is equipped on the end of ball screw bolt (25) facing clamping groove, fourth adjusting groove (17) is provided on the mounting plate (10), and the mounting plate (10) is connected with connecting piece (24) by the cooperation of ball and fourth adjusting groove (17).

3. The steering mechanism for assisting the simulation test of commercial vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive component further includes pull rod type displacement sensor (22), and the detection end of displacement sensor (22) is connected with transition plate (23), the output end of electric push rod (21) is assembled with transition plate (23), and connecting piece (24) is fixed on transition plate (23).

4. The steering mechanism for assisting the simulation test of commercial vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of fixed component for fixing steering mechanism is two groups;The fixed component includes mounting seat (33), and two groups of suction cups (34) are assembled on the mounting seat (33).

5. A steering mechanism for assisting in the simulation of commercial vehicle tests according to claim 4, characterized in that The fixed component includes ball head clamp (30), one end of the ball head clamp is equipped with first ball head (31), the other end is equipped with second ball head (32), the first ball head (31) is installed on fixed plate (20), and the second ball head (32) is installed on mounting seat (33).