Roof structure and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model relates to a roof structure and a vehicle, the roof structure comprises a top cover outer plate, the top cover outer plate is provided with a mounting position, the mounting position is used for assembling a radar assembly, the mounting position is provided with a water guide structure, and the water guide structure is suitable for being arranged at the joint of the radar assembly and the top cover outer plate. By means of the technical scheme, the roof structure can guide water to the two sides of the vehicle body and discharge the water out of the vehicle by means of the water guide structure arranged at the joint of the radar assembly and the roof outer plate, and orderly flow division of water flow is achieved; the radar installation structure can reduce the possibility that water flows into the radar installation structure to make the water flow contact with the radar to cause radar faults and the possibility that the water flow permeates into a passenger compartment from the radar installation structure, improves the sealing and waterproof effects of the radar installation structure, facilitates the long-time stable work of the radar, and prevents the passenger compartment from permeating water.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more specifically, to a roof structure and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, in order to ensure the stable operation of lidar for a long time and to prevent water from seeping into the vehicle from the radar mounting structure, improving the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar mounting structure has become a research goal for industry professionals. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a roof structure and vehicle that can reduce the possibility of water ingress at the radar mounting structure causing radar malfunction and water seeping into the passenger compartment from the radar mounting structure, thereby helping to ensure stable operation of the radar over a long period of time and preventing water seepage into the passenger compartment.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, a first aspect of this disclosure provides a vehicle roof structure, the roof structure including a roof outer panel, the roof outer panel having a mounting position for mounting a radar assembly, the mounting position having a water guiding structure adapted to be disposed at the connection between the radar assembly and the roof outer panel.

[0005] Optionally, the water-guiding structure includes a recess and / or a protrusion.

[0006] Optionally, the water guiding structure includes the recess and the protrusion; the recess protrudes away from the radar assembly; the protrusion protrudes towards the radar assembly; wherein both the recess and the protrusion extend along the width direction of the vehicle.

[0007] Optionally, along the length of the vehicle, the protrusion is located in front of the recess, the sidewall of the recess is formed with a water guiding surface, and the protrusion is formed with a water blocking surface opposite to the water guiding surface.

[0008] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a vehicle including the roof structure provided in the first aspect above.

[0009] Optionally, the vehicle further includes a radar assembly disposed at the mounting position, wherein a first sealing element is provided between the radar assembly and the outer panel of the top cover, the first sealing element being used to achieve a seal between the radar assembly and the outer panel of the top cover.

[0010] Optionally, the radar assembly includes an exterior panel assembly and a radar located between the exterior panel assembly and the top cover outer panel. The first seal includes a first sealing portion disposed between the exterior panel assembly and the water guiding structure, and respectively connecting the exterior panel assembly and the water guiding structure.

[0011] Optionally, one end of the first sealing part is connected to the water guiding surface of the water guiding structure, and the other end is connected to the exterior panel assembly.

[0012] Optionally, the first seal further includes a second sealing portion, which is disposed between the first sealing portion and the water guiding structure, and connects the first sealing portion and the water guiding structure respectively.

[0013] Optionally, the second sealing part is connected between the water-blocking surface of the water-guiding structure and the first sealing part.

[0014] Optionally, the hardness of the first sealing part is greater than the hardness of the second sealing part.

[0015] Optionally, the first sealing portion has a slot, and the exterior panel assembly includes an exterior panel whose edge engages with the slot.

[0016] The above-described technical solution, namely the roof structure provided in this disclosure, involves a water-guiding structure installed at the mounting position of the outer roof panel used for assembling the radar assembly. This water-guiding structure is adapted to be located at the connection between the radar assembly and the outer roof panel. This arrangement allows the water-guiding structure to receive water seeping in from the connection between the radar assembly and the outer roof panel, and to guide the water to the sides of the vehicle body and discharge it outside the vehicle. This achieves orderly water diversion, reducing the possibility of water ingress at the radar mounting structure causing water to contact the radar and leading to radar malfunction. It also improves the sealing and waterproofing effect at the radar mounting structure, helps ensure the radar operates stably for a long time, and prevents water seepage into the passenger compartment.

[0017] Other features and advantages of this disclosure will be described in detail in the following detailed description section. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings are provided to further illustrate the present disclosure and form part of the specification. They are used together with the following detailed description to explain the present disclosure, but do not constitute a limitation thereof. In the drawings:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the roof structure provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure;

[0020] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a portion of location A in the diagram;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the mounting plate portion of the top cover outer panel provided in an exemplary embodiment of this disclosure.

[0022] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0023] 1-Top cover outer panel; 110-Water guiding structure; 111-Recessed portion; 1111-Water guiding surface; 112-Protrusion; 1121-Water blocking surface; 120-Positioning hole; 130-Mounting plate portion; 140-Transition plate portion; 150-Outer panel portion; 160-Mounting position; 2-Radar assembly; 210-Outer trim panel assembly; 211-Outer trim panel; 212-Outer trim panel frame; 213-Window; 220-Radar; 3-First seal; 310-First sealing portion; 311-Slot; 31 2-First protrusion; 313-First water-stopping lip; 314-Sealing strip; 320-Second sealing part; 321-First sealing foam; 4-First connecting structure; 410-Connector; 411-Connecting bolt; 412-Locking nut; 5-Second sealing element; 510-Second sealing foam; 6-Adhesive layer; 7-Fourth sealing element; 8-Windshield; 9-Fifth sealing element; 910-Second water-stopping lip; 10-Sixth sealing element; 11-Drainage channel; 12-Second connecting structure. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The specific embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are for illustration and explanation only and are not intended to limit this disclosure.

[0025] In this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, directional terms such as "upper" and "lower" generally refer to the upper and lower positions within the space of the vehicle's radar mounting structure when it is in use. "Inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer positions relative to the outline of the component or structure itself. Furthermore, it should be noted that terms such as "first" and "second" are used to distinguish one element from another and do not indicate sequence or importance. Additionally, in the description with reference to the accompanying drawings, the same reference numerals in different drawings denote the same elements.

[0026] According to a first aspect of this disclosure, a roof structure is provided, with reference to... Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the roof structure includes a roof outer panel 1, the roof outer panel 1 is provided with a mounting position 160, the mounting position 160 is used to assemble the radar assembly 2, the mounting position 160 is provided with a water guiding structure 110, the water guiding structure 110 is adapted to be set at the connection between the radar assembly 2 and the roof outer panel 1.

[0027] Through the above-mentioned technical solution, namely the roof structure provided in this disclosure, a water guiding structure 110 is provided on the mounting position 160 of the outer roof panel 1 used for mounting the radar assembly 2, and the water guiding structure 110 is adapted to be set at the connection between the radar assembly 2 and the outer roof panel 1. With this arrangement, if water seeps in at, for example, the connection between the radar assembly 2 and the outer roof panel 1, the water guiding structure 110 can receive the water seeping in from the connection between the radar assembly 2 and the outer roof panel 1 and guide, for example, water (e.g., rainwater) to both sides of the vehicle body and discharge it outside the vehicle. This achieves orderly diversion of water flow, which can reduce the possibility of water entering the radar mounting structure and causing water flow to contact the radar, resulting in radar failure. It improves the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar mounting structure and helps to ensure that the radar works stably for a long time and prevents water seepage into the passenger compartment.

[0028] It should be noted that the aforementioned outer roof panel 1 can be, for example, the outer protective sheet metal structure of the roof of a vehicle that is not a sunroof model, in order to protect the roof from damage by the external environment. For example, a sunroof structure can be optionally provided on the aforementioned outer roof panel 1 as needed to meet more user needs and improve the user experience.

[0029] The water guiding structure 110 can be adaptively designed according to actual application requirements; for example, in some embodiments, refer to... Figure 2 As shown, the water guiding structure 110 may include a recess 111 and / or a protrusion 112. The recess 111, for example, directly formed on the outer plate 1 of the top cover, can receive water flow, and the protrusion 112, for example, directly formed on the outer plate 1 of the top cover, can stop water flow. This enables orderly diversion of water flow, reducing the possibility of water ingress at the radar mounting structure causing radar malfunction or water seeping into the crew compartment from the radar mounting structure. Furthermore, since the water guiding structure 110 is directly formed on the outer plate 1 of the top cover, the overall structure is relatively simple, reducing the number of parts and facilitating on-site installation and fabrication.

[0030] For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, the recess 111 can protrude in a direction away from the radar assembly 2, and along the width direction of the vehicle (refer to perpendicular to the direction of the radar assembly 2). Figure 2The recess 111 extends along the width direction of the vehicle to receive water flow and guide the water flowing through it to both sides of the vehicle body and discharge it outside the vehicle, thus achieving orderly water diversion. The recess 111 extends along the width direction of the vehicle. This can be understood as the recess 111 extending in a straight line, a curved line, or a zigzag line, etc., with the purpose of extending to opposite sides along the width direction of the vehicle. In some embodiments, the opposite ends of the recess 111 extend to the opposite edges of the outer roof panel 1 along the width direction of the vehicle, facilitating water discharge outside the vehicle.

[0031] In addition, such as Figure 2 As shown, the protrusion 112 can protrude towards the radar assembly 2, and along the width direction of the vehicle (refer to perpendicular to the direction of the radar assembly 2). Figure 2 The protrusion 112 extends along the width direction of the vehicle to stop water flow, reducing the possibility of water flowing towards areas such as the radar 220 (described in detail below) installation area, and helping to improve the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar installation structure. The protrusion 112 extends along the width direction of the vehicle. This can be understood as the extension direction of the protrusion 112 being, for example, a straight line extension, a curved extension, or a zigzag extension, with the purpose of extending to opposite sides in the width direction of the vehicle. In some embodiments, the opposite ends of the protrusion 112 extend to the opposite edges of the outer cover 1 along the width direction of the vehicle, so as to guide and discharge the stopped water flow outside the vehicle.

[0032] To ensure a high level of sealing and waterproofing at the radar mounting structure, in some implementation methods, reference is made to... Figure 2 As shown, the water guiding structure 110 may include a recess 111 and a protrusion 112, the recess 111 and the protrusion 112 being along the length direction of the vehicle (see reference). Figure 2 The arrangement (in the left-right direction of the middle part of the image, or the front-rear direction of the vehicle) is exemplary. For example, along the length of the vehicle, the protrusion 112 can be located on the front side of the recess 111, and the sidewall of the recess 111 can be formed with a water guiding surface 1111. The water guiding surface 1111 can extend towards the bottom of the groove. With this arrangement, after water seeps in, for example, at the connection between the radar assembly 2 and the outer panel of the top cover 1, the seeping water can be guided to the bottom of the groove of the recess 111 by the water guiding surface 1111 of the recess 111, and the water flowing through the recess 111 can be directed to both sides of the vehicle body and discharged outside the vehicle. This reduces the possibility of water splashing to, for example, the radar 220 installation area, causing radar 220 malfunction, and prevents water seepage into the passenger compartment.

[0033] In addition, the protrusion 112 can be formed with a water-blocking surface 1121 opposite to the water-guiding surface 1111. In this way, the water flow into the bottom of the groove of the recess 111 can be stopped by the water-blocking surface 1121, reducing the possibility of water splashing to, for example, the radar 220 installation area and causing radar 220 malfunction, preventing water from seeping into the passenger compartment, and realizing the orderly diversion of water flow and discharge to the outside of the vehicle.

[0034] Of course, it should be noted that the specific embodiment in which the water guiding structure 110 may include both the recessed portion 111 and the protruding portion 112 is exemplary. In other alternative embodiments not shown, the water guiding structure 110 may include at least one of the recessed portion 111 and the protruding portion 112. This disclosure does not specifically limit this. Those skilled in the art can adaptively design the specific structure of the water guiding structure 110 according to actual application needs.

[0035] Exemplarily, in some implementations, reference is made to Figure 2 As shown, along the length of the vehicle (refer to...) Figure 2 (From the left-right direction in the middle of the image) The top cover outer plate 1 may include a mounting plate portion 130, a transition plate portion 140, and an outer plate portion 150 connected in sequence. The mounting plate portion 130 and the transition plate portion 140 form the aforementioned mounting position 160 for mounting the radar assembly 2 on the mounting plate portion 130 and the transition plate portion 140. The transition plate portion 140 forms a water guiding structure 110. The outer plate portion 150 is located on the rear side of the radar assembly 2 to facilitate the connection between, for example, the radar assembly 2 and the top cover outer plate 1 (the water guiding surface 1111 of the water guiding structure 110). After water seepage, the water guiding structure 110 can receive the water seeping in from the connection between the radar assembly 2 and the outer top cover plate 1 (the water guiding surface 1111 of the water guiding structure 110) and guide, for example, rainwater to both sides of the vehicle body and discharge it outside the vehicle, thus achieving orderly diversion of water flow. This improves the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar mounting structure, reduces the possibility of water flow contacting the radar 220 at the mounting plate 130 and causing radar 220 malfunction, helps ensure that the radar 220 works stably for a long time, and prevents water seepage into the passenger compartment.

[0036] In addition, such as Figure 2 As shown, the transition plate portion 140 can be recessed downward relative to the outer plate portion 150, and the connection between the mounting plate portion 130 and the transition plate portion 140 protrudes upward, so that the transition plate portion 140 forms a water-guiding structure 110. That is, a water-guiding structure 110 with a recessed portion 111 and a protruding portion 112, as described above, can be formed. Since the water-guiding structure 110 is directly formed on the transition plate portion 140, the overall structure is relatively simple, which facilitates the reduction of the number of parts and makes it easier to install and prepare on site. In addition, the mounting plate portion 130, the transition plate portion 140, and the outer plate portion 150 can be constructed as a single unit to reduce the number of parts.

[0037] According to a second aspect of this disclosure, a vehicle is provided that includes the roof structure provided in the first aspect, which reduces the possibility of water ingress at the radar mounting structure causing radar malfunction, helps ensure stable long-term radar operation, and prevents water leakage into the passenger compartment. Furthermore, the vehicle also possesses all the beneficial effects of the roof structure provided in the first aspect, which will not be elaborated further herein.

[0038] The aforementioned vehicles can be applied to, for example, non-paneled models.

[0039] Additionally, in some implementations, references Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the vehicle may also include a radar assembly 2, which is mounted at the mounting position 160 of the outer panel 1 of the top cover. A first sealing element 3 may be provided between the radar assembly 2 and the outer panel 1 of the top cover. The first sealing element 3 is used to achieve a seal between the radar assembly 2 and the outer panel 1 of the top cover, thereby improving the sealing and waterproofing effect at the radar mounting structure.

[0040] Furthermore, in some implementations, references Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the radar assembly 2 may include an outer trim panel assembly 210 and a radar 220 located between the outer trim panel assembly 210 and the top cover outer panel 1. The first sealing member 3 may include a first sealing part 310, which is disposed between the outer trim panel assembly 210 and the water guiding structure 110 and connects the outer trim panel assembly 210 and the water guiding structure 110 respectively, so that the sealing purpose between the outer trim panel assembly 210 and the water guiding structure 110 can be achieved through the first sealing part 310, thereby improving the sealing and waterproofing effect at the radar mounting structure.

[0041] Among them, such as Figure 2 As shown, one end of the first sealing part 310 can be connected to the water guiding surface 1111 of the recess 111 of the water guiding structure 110, and the other end is connected to the exterior trim assembly 210. That is, the edge of the exterior trim assembly 210 can be sealed and abutted by the first sealing part 310 and the top or near the top of the water guiding surface 1111 of the water guiding structure 110. With this arrangement, after water seeps in, for example, at the connection between the first sealing part 310 and the top cover outer panel 1 (the water guiding surface 1111 of the water guiding structure 110), the water seeping in from the connection between the first sealing part 310 and the top cover outer panel 1 can be guided through the water guiding surface 1111 to the bottom of the water guiding structure 110 and then guided, for example, rainwater to the sides of the vehicle body and discharged outside the vehicle through the water guiding structure 110. This reduces the possibility of water splashing onto the radar 220 installation area and causing radar 220 malfunction, and prevents water seepage into the passenger compartment.

[0042] Furthermore, in some implementations, references Figure 2As shown, the first seal 3 may further include a second sealing portion 320, which is disposed between the first sealing portion 310 and the water guiding structure 110, and connects the first sealing portion 310 and the water guiding structure 110 respectively. Thus, by connecting the first sealing portion 310 and the second sealing portion 320 along the height direction of the vehicle (see reference...), Figure 2 The stacked arrangement (vertical direction of the middle image) ensures that the first seal 3 has a high sealing effect while also making the overall structure more compact, which helps to reduce the space occupied by the first seal 3, especially in the length direction of the vehicle (see reference). Figure 2 The space occupied in the left and right directions of the central image is reduced to save space, while the overall structure is relatively simple and easy to install and prepare on site.

[0043] Among them, such as Figure 2 As shown, the second sealing part 320 can be connected between the water-blocking surface 1121 of the protrusion 112 of the water-guiding structure 110 and the first sealing part 310. That is, the first sealing part 310 at the edge of the exterior panel assembly 210 can be sealed and abutted against the top of the water-blocking surface 1121 of the protrusion 112 of the water-guiding structure 110 by the second sealing part 320. With this arrangement, the water in the bottom of the channel of the water-guiding structure 110 can be stopped by the water-blocking surface 1121, so that the water-guiding structure 110 can guide, for example, rainwater to both sides of the vehicle body and discharge it outside the vehicle. Since the second sealing part 320 is constructed to connect the top of the water-blocking surface and the first sealing part 310, even when a lot of water seeps into the water-guiding structure 110, the second sealing part 320 can be used to seal and block water, reducing the possibility of water flowing to the radar 220 installation area and helping to improve the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar installation structure.

[0044] Additionally, it should be noted that, since the edge of the exterior panel assembly 210 can be sealed and abutted against the top or near the top of the water-guiding surface 1111 of the water-guiding structure 110 via the first sealing part 310, and the first sealing part 310 at the edge of the exterior panel assembly 210 can be sealed and abutted against the top of the water-blocking surface 1121 of the protrusion 112 of the water-guiding structure 110 via the second sealing part 320, this arrangement, as shown... Figure 2As shown, the water guiding structure 110 can also be positioned between the sealing contact between the first sealing part 310 and the water guiding surface 1111 of the water guiding structure 110, and between the sealing contact between the second sealing part 320 and the water blocking surface 1121 of the protrusion 112 of the water guiding structure 110. This allows the water guiding structure 110 to receive water seeping into the connection between the first sealing part 310 and the outer top cover plate 1 (the water guiding surface 1111 of the water guiding structure 110), and guide, for example, rainwater to both sides of the vehicle body and discharge it outside the vehicle. This achieves orderly diversion of water flow. In the event of a large amount of water seeping into the water guiding structure 110, the second sealing part 320 can also achieve a sealing and water blocking effect, thus achieving a double sealing at the radar mounting structure. This reduces the possibility of water flowing to the radar 220 mounting area and helps improve the sealing and waterproofing effect at the radar mounting structure.

[0045] Furthermore, in some embodiments, the hardness of the first sealing portion 310 may be greater than the hardness of the second sealing portion 320. For example, such as... Figure 2 As shown, for example, the first sealing part 310 may include a sealing strip 314, and the second sealing part 320 may include a first sealing foam 321. With this arrangement, the first sealing element 3 and the outer plate of the top cover 1 can achieve a soft contact sealing connection through, for example, the relatively soft second sealing part 320 (e.g., the first sealing foam 321). Compared with, for example, the first sealing element 3 and the outer plate of the top cover 1 can achieve a hard contact sealing connection through, for example, the relatively hard sealing strip 314, the first sealing element 3 can fit more tightly to the outer plate of the top cover 1, so as to improve the sealing and waterproofing effect. Moreover, the overall structure is also simpler, which is convenient for on-site installation and operation and reduces production and manufacturing costs.

[0046] Of course, it should be noted that those skilled in the art can also adapt the materials of the sealing strip 314 and the first sealing foam 321 according to actual application requirements. For example, they can be polyvinyl chloride sealing strips or silicone sealing strips, as well as IXPP (Irradiated Cross-linked Polypropylene Foam) sealing foam or IXPE (Electron Beam Cross Linked Polyethylene Foam) sealing foam, etc. This disclosure does not make specific limitations in this regard. The purpose is to make the hardness of the corresponding first sealing part 310 greater than the hardness of the second sealing part 320.

[0047] Furthermore, at least one of the aforementioned first sealing portion 310 and the outer trim panel assembly 210, the first sealing portion 310 and the second sealing portion 320, and the second sealing portion 320 and the top cover outer panel 1 can be bonded together by, for example, by forming an adhesive layer 6 with an adhesive. For example, such as... Figure 2As shown, the first sealing part 310 can be bonded to the outer trim panel assembly 210, the first sealing part 310 can be bonded to the second sealing part 320, and the second sealing part 320 can be bonded to the top cover outer panel 1. This arrangement ensures high connection reliability between the first sealing part 310 and the outer trim panel assembly 210, between the first sealing part 310 and the second sealing part 320, and between the second sealing part 320 and the top cover outer panel 1, while also facilitating on-site installation operations.

[0048] In addition, the adhesive can be, for example, a waterproof adhesive (such as polyurethane waterproof adhesive or acrylic waterproof adhesive), to ensure a high bonding effect even in humid environments, which helps to improve the sealing reliability of the connections between the first sealing part 310 and the outer panel assembly 210, between the first sealing part 310 and the second sealing part 320, and between the second sealing part 320 and the top cover outer panel 1.

[0049] To improve the connection reliability between the edge of the exterior panel assembly 210 and the first sealing portion 310, in some embodiments, reference is made to... Figure 2 As shown, the first sealing part 310 may have a slot 311, and the exterior panel assembly 210 may include an exterior panel 211. The edge of the exterior panel 211 is engaged with the slot 311, which facilitates on-site installation and helps to improve the connection reliability between the edge of the exterior panel 211 of the exterior panel assembly 210 and the first sealing part 310.

[0050] For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, the first sealing part 310 may have a first protrusion 312 and a first water-stopping lip 313. The aforementioned groove 311 is formed between the first protrusion 312 and the first water-stopping lip 313. The first water-stopping lip 313 overlaps with the outer plate of the top cover 1 (the water-guiding surface 1111 of the water-guiding structure 110). This arrangement ensures a high sealing effect between the edge of the outer trim panel 211 and the outer plate of the top cover 1 (the water-guiding surface 1111 of the water-guiding structure 110) through the first water-stopping lip 313 of the first sealing part 310. It also helps to improve the connection reliability between the edge of the outer trim panel 211 and the first sealing part 310. Furthermore, the groove 311 is directly formed on the first sealing part 310, which also helps to reduce the number of parts, making the structure simpler and easier to install and prepare on site.

[0051] In some implementations, reference Figure 2 As shown, the exterior trim assembly 210 may include an exterior trim panel 211 and an exterior trim panel frame 212. The exterior trim panel frame 212 is connected between the exterior trim panel 211 and the roof outer panel 1. The connection between the exterior trim panel frame 212 and the roof outer panel 1 is located on the side of the second sealing portion 320 opposite to the water guiding structure 110. That is, it can be understood that along the length direction of the vehicle (refer to...), Figure 2(From the left and right direction of the middle picture), the connection between the outer trim frame 212 and the top cover outer panel 1 is located on the front side of the water guiding structure 110, which further reduces the possibility of water seeping in from the connection between the first sealing part 310 and the top cover outer panel 1 flowing to the radar 220 installation area and causing radar 220 failure. It helps to improve the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar installation structure, and at the same time prevents water from seeping into the crew cabin.

[0052] It should be noted that when the exterior panel assembly 210 includes an exterior panel 211 and an exterior panel frame 212, the first sealing part 310 can be bonded to the exterior panel frame 212 of the exterior panel assembly 210. When the exterior panel assembly 210 includes an exterior panel 211, the first sealing part 310 can also be bonded to the exterior panel 211 of the exterior panel assembly 210. This disclosure does not specifically limit such modifications, and those skilled in the art can design them adaptively according to actual application requirements.

[0053] In addition, to ensure that the exterior panel frame 212 is stably connected to the roof outer panel 1, in some embodiments, reference is made to... Figure 2 As shown, the exterior panel frame 212 can be connected to the top cover outer panel 1 through the first connecting structure 4. The structure is simple, easy to install and operate, and has high reliability.

[0054] The first connecting structure 4 can be arranged in any suitable manner, the purpose of which is to ensure that the outer trim frame 212 is stably connected to the top cover outer panel 1. For example, in some embodiments, the first connecting structure 4 may include a connector 410 passing through the top cover outer panel 1, and a second sealing member 5 is provided between the connector 410 and the top cover outer panel 1 to ensure that the first connecting structure 4 has high sealing reliability.

[0055] For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, the aforementioned connector 410 may include, for example, a connecting bolt 411. The bolt head of the connecting bolt 411 abuts against the outer plate 1 of the top cover, and the end of the connecting bolt 411 opposite to the bolt head passes through the outer plate 1 of the top cover and the outer trim frame 212 and is threaded to the locking nut 412. The structure is simple and easy to install on site. In addition, the second sealing element 5 may include a second sealing foam 510. In this way, when the locking nut 412 is tightened to the connecting bolt 411, the connecting bolt 411 can be tightly fitted to the outer plate 1 of the top cover through the second sealing foam 510, so as to ensure a high sealing reliability at the connector 410.

[0056] Of course, the specific embodiment of the connector 410 including, for example, the connecting bolt 411 is exemplary. In other embodiments not shown, the connector 410 may also include, for example, an interior trim clip structure commonly used in vehicles for trim panel installation. The roof outer panel 1 and the exterior trim frame 212 can be adaptively designed with slots for the interior trim clip structure to engage, resulting in a simple structure that is easy to install and manufacture. Furthermore, a second sealing element 5, including, for example, a second sealing foam 510, can be provided between the interior trim clip structure and the roof outer panel 1 to ensure high sealing reliability at the connector 410. This disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0057] Furthermore, this disclosure does not specifically limit the number of the aforementioned first connecting structures 4. Those skilled in the art can design them adaptively according to actual application needs. The purpose is to ensure that the exterior trim frame 212 is stably connected to the top cover outer panel 1. For example, the number of first connecting structures 4 can be, for example, 9, 10, or 11. In addition, those skilled in the art can also design the spacing between two adjacent first connecting structures 4 adaptively according to actual application needs. This disclosure does not make specific limitations, the purpose being to ensure that the exterior trim frame 212 is stably connected to the top cover outer panel 1.

[0058] In some implementations, reference Figure 3 As shown, the outer top cover panel 1 may be provided with positioning holes 120, and the outer trim panel 211 and / or the outer trim panel frame 212 may be provided with positioning parts that insert into the positioning holes 120, facilitating the installation and positioning of the outer top cover panel 1 and the outer trim panel assembly 210 during installation. Furthermore, a third sealing element may be provided between the positioning part and the outer top cover panel 1, which helps to improve the sealing effect at the positioning installation point.

[0059] The aforementioned third sealing element may include a third sealing foam. Thus, when the positioning part is inserted into the positioning hole 120, the third sealing foam ensures a high degree of sealing reliability at the connection between the positioning part and the positioning hole 120. Alternatively, the aforementioned positioning part may be a positioning pin structure directly formed on the outer trim panel 211 and / or the outer trim panel frame 212. This structure is simple, reduces the number of parts, and facilitates on-site installation and preparation. This disclosure is not limited thereto.

[0060] Furthermore, this disclosure does not specifically limit the number of positioning holes 120 and positioning parts, or the spacing between two adjacent sets of positioning holes 120 and positioning parts. Those skilled in the art can also design them adaptively according to actual application needs.

[0061] In some implementations, reference Figure 3As shown, the radar 220 can be connected to, for example, the mounting plate 130 of the top cover outer plate 1 via the second connecting structure 12. The second connecting structure 12 may be the same as or different from the first connecting structure 4 described above; its purpose is simply to ensure a stable connection of the radar 220 to the top cover outer plate 1. This disclosure does not impose specific limitations on this. Furthermore, a second sealing element 5, as described above, can also be provided between the second connecting structure 12 and the top cover outer plate 1 to ensure a high degree of sealing reliability at the connection point.

[0062] The specific number of the second connecting structures 12 and the spacing between two adjacent second connecting structures 12 are not specifically limited in this disclosure. Those skilled in the art can also design them adaptively according to actual application needs.

[0063] In addition, in some implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, the exterior panel 211 may also have a window 213 exposed to the radar 220. A fourth sealing element 7 may be provided between the exterior panel 211 and the window 213. The fourth sealing element 7 is annular and surrounds the window 213, which helps to ensure a high sealing reliability between the exterior panel 211 and the window 213. This reduces the possibility of external rainwater seeping into the radar 220 from the connection between the exterior panel 211 and the window 213, causing the radar 220 to malfunction. This helps to ensure that the radar 220 works stably for a long time.

[0064] It should be noted that the second seal 5, the third seal and the fourth seal 7 mentioned above can be designed by those skilled in the art according to their needs. For example, the above seals can all include seals made of sealing foam or sealing gaskets or other sealing materials, the purpose of which is to achieve a sealed connection at their respective connection positions.

[0065] Furthermore, this disclosure does not specifically limit the specific structure of the aforementioned exterior panel 211, exterior panel frame 212, and radar 220, and those skilled in the art can also adapt the design according to actual application requirements.

[0066] In some implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, the vehicle may also include a windshield 8, with a fifth seal 9 disposed between the windshield 8 and the roof outer panel 1. The fifth seal 9 has a second water-stopping lip 910 abutting against the exterior panel assembly 210 to achieve a seal between the windshield 8 and the roof outer panel 1, thereby achieving a seal against, for example, rainwater through the fifth seal 9.

[0067] In addition, such as Figure 1As shown, a sixth seal 10 can be provided between the exterior panel assembly 210 and the roof outer panel 1. A drainage channel 11 is formed between the fifth seal 9 and the sixth seal 10. In this way, when rainwater seeps in from, for example, the connection between the windshield 8 and the roof outer panel 1, the fifth seal 9 and the sixth seal 10 can stop the seeping rainwater in the drainage channel 11, and the drainage channel 11 extends along the width direction of the vehicle (refer to the direction perpendicular to the width direction). Figure 2 The extended arrangement (in the direction of the middle part of the image) allows rainwater in the drainage channel 11 to be drained to both sides of the vehicle body and discharged outside the vehicle, reducing the possibility of water flowing to the radar 220 installation area and helping to improve the sealing and waterproofing effect of the radar installation structure.

[0068] The fifth seal 9 and the sixth seal 10 can be designed by those skilled in the art according to their needs. For example, the fifth seal 9 and the sixth seal 10 can include sealing elements such as sealing foam or sealing strips. The purpose is to stop the rainwater that seeps in from the connection between the windshield 8 and the roof outer panel 1 within the drainage channel 11 formed between the fifth seal 9 and the sixth seal 10. This disclosure does not make any specific limitations in this regard.

[0069] The preferred embodiments of this disclosure have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, this disclosure is not limited to the specific details of the above embodiments. Within the scope of the technical concept of this disclosure, various simple modifications can be made to the technical solutions of this disclosure, and these simple modifications all fall within the protection scope of this disclosure.

[0070] It should also be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. To avoid unnecessary repetition, this disclosure will not describe the various possible combinations separately.

[0071] Furthermore, various different embodiments of this disclosure can be combined in any way, as long as they do not violate the spirit of this disclosure, they should also be regarded as the content disclosed in this disclosure.

Claims

1. A roof structure, characterized in that The roof structure comprises a roof outer panel provided with a mounting position for assembling a radar assembly, and a water guide structure provided at a connection between the radar assembly and the roof outer panel; The water guide structure comprises a recess and / or a protrusion; The recess protrudes in a direction away from the radar assembly, and the protrusion protrudes in a direction towards the radar assembly, and the recess and the protrusion both extend along a width direction of the vehicle.

2. Roof construction according to claim 1, characterized in that The water guide structure comprises the recess and the protrusion.

3. Roof construction according to claim 2, characterized in that In a length direction of the vehicle, the protrusion is located at a front side of the recess, a side wall of the recess is formed with a water guide surface, and the protrusion is formed with a water blocking surface opposite to the water guide surface.

4. A vehicle characterized by comprising: The roof structure comprises the roof structure according to any one of claims 1-3.

5. The vehicle of claim 4, wherein, The vehicle further comprises a radar assembly provided in the mounting position, wherein a first sealing member is provided between the radar assembly and the roof outer panel, and the first sealing member is configured to seal the radar assembly and the roof outer panel.

6. The vehicle of claim 5, wherein, The radar assembly comprises an outer panel assembly and a radar located between the outer panel assembly and the roof outer panel, and the first sealing member comprises a first sealing portion provided between the outer panel assembly and the water guide structure and connected to the outer panel assembly and the water guide structure, respectively.

7. The vehicle of claim 6, wherein One end of the first sealing portion is connected to a water guide surface of the water guide structure, and the other end is connected to the outer panel assembly.

8. The vehicle according to claim 6 or 7, characterized by The first sealing member further comprises a second sealing portion provided between the first sealing portion and the water guide structure and connected to the first sealing portion and the water guide structure, respectively.

9. The vehicle of claim 8, wherein, The second sealing portion is connected between a water blocking surface of the water guide structure and the first sealing portion.

10. The vehicle of claim 8, wherein The hardness of the first sealing portion is greater than that of the second sealing portion.

11. The vehicle of claim 6, wherein, The first sealing portion has a clamping groove, and the outer panel assembly comprises an outer panel, and an edge of the outer panel is clamped in the clamping groove.

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