Frame assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The utility model discloses a vehicle frame assembly and a vehicle, the vehicle frame assembly comprises a vehicle frame, the vehicle frame comprises two longitudinal beams which are transversely spaced, and a containing space is defined between the two longitudinal beams; and the air cylinder is connected with the longitudinal beam and is positioned in the accommodating space. Therefore, by arranging the frame assembly, the air storage cylinders can be intensively arranged on the inner sides of the longitudinal beams, so that the air storage cylinders and the brake tube bundle are prevented from being interfered by the arrangement mode of the storage battery box, and the arrangement reasonability and practicability of the air storage cylinders are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of vehicle technology, and in particular to a chassis assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In the current medium and heavy-duty truck sector, in order to meet configuration requirements, the volume of the air tank needs to be reasonably matched, and the arrangement method needs to be fully verified (such as avoiding heat sources and being as close as possible to the actuators of the front and rear braking circuits to improve response time, etc.).

[0003] In the relevant technology, the vehicle is equipped with a lead-acid battery, and two air tanks are suspended under the battery box. They are air tanks for the front and rear circuits, respectively. Each air tank supplies air to each circuit to meet the braking function and efficiency. Based on the original solution, the configuration is further improved by adding a lithium battery option to the vehicle. The air tanks need to be arranged in a new way to match the lithium battery, and the brake tube bundle also needs to be arranged in a new way to match the air tanks. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, one objective of this utility model is to provide a frame assembly that can centrally arrange the air tank inside the longitudinal beam, thereby avoiding interference between the air tank and the brake cable bundle and the battery box arrangement.

[0005] This utility model further proposes a vehicle.

[0006] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a vehicle frame assembly includes: a frame, the frame including two longitudinal beams spaced laterally apart and defining an accommodating space between the two longitudinal beams; and an air reservoir connected to the longitudinal beams and located within the accommodating space.

[0007] Therefore, by setting up this frame assembly, the air tanks can be centrally arranged inside the longitudinal beams, thereby avoiding interference from the battery box arrangement on the air tanks and brake cable bundles, and thus improving the rationality and practicality of the air tank arrangement.

[0008] In some examples of this utility model, the length direction of the gas storage cylinder is the same as the extension direction of the longitudinal beam.

[0009] In some examples of this utility model, the air storage cylinder is multiple and includes: a front axle air storage cylinder; a rear axle air storage cylinder, the rear axle air storage cylinder and the front axle air storage cylinder are arranged laterally at intervals, and the front axle air storage cylinder and the rear axle air storage cylinder are respectively connected to the longitudinal beam on the corresponding side.

[0010] In some examples of this utility model, the vehicle frame further includes: a plurality of longitudinally spaced crossbeams, the plurality of crossbeams being connected between the longitudinal beams, and two adjacent crossbeams and two laterally spaced longitudinal beams jointly defining an arrangement space; wherein, the front axle air tank and the rear axle air tank are both located within the arrangement space.

[0011] In some examples of this utility model, the frame assembly further includes an air tank bracket, which is connected between the longitudinal beam and the air tank to connect the air tank, the air tank bracket and the longitudinal beam into a whole.

[0012] In some examples of this utility model, the gas storage cylinder support includes: a connecting end connected to the inner side of the longitudinal beam; and a guiding end adapted to be connected to a fastener for securing the gas storage cylinder, the guiding end being connected to the connecting end, the guiding end having a guiding surface formed on the side facing the gas storage cylinder, the guiding surface being at least partially bent, and the guiding surface selectively conforming to a portion of the outer peripheral surface of the gas storage cylinder.

[0013] In some examples of this utility model, the connecting end includes: a connecting plate, on which mounting holes are spaced apart, the mounting holes being fixedly connected to the longitudinal beam by fasteners; and a side plate, which is bent and connected between the connecting plate and the guide end, the side plate extending toward the inside of the accommodating space.

[0014] In some examples of this utility model, the guide end includes: a guide plate, which is bent and connected to the side plate; and a flange, which is bent and connected to the side of the guide plate away from the side plate, the flange extending toward the connecting plate, the flange, the guide plate, and the side plate together defining the limiting groove, the limiting groove being engaged with the fastener for limiting.

[0015] In some examples of this invention, the guide surface is configured as an arc surface; and / or the connecting end and the guide end are integrally formed.

[0016] The vehicle according to the second aspect of this utility model includes: the aforementioned frame assembly.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the frame assembly according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is an assembly diagram of the longitudinal beam, air storage cylinder, and air storage cylinder support according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the gas storage cylinder support according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0022] Figure label:

[0023] 100. Chassis assembly;

[0024] 1. Frame; 11. Longitudinal beams; 12. Crossbeams; 13. Layout space;

[0025] 2. Air reservoir; 21. Front axle air reservoir; 22. Rear axle air reservoir; 23. Fasteners;

[0026] 3. Gas cylinder support; 31. Connecting end; 311. Connecting plate; 3111. Mounting hole; 312. Side plate; 32. Guide end; 321. Guide surface; 322. Guide plate; 323. Flanged edge. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below, and the embodiments described with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary.

[0028] The following is for reference. Figures 1-3 The vehicle frame assembly 100 according to an embodiment of the present utility model can centrally arrange the air tank 2 inside the longitudinal beam 11, thereby avoiding interference of the air tank 2 and the brake cable bundle with the battery box arrangement.

[0029] Combination Figures 1-3 As shown, the vehicle frame assembly 100 according to the first aspect of this utility model includes a frame 1 and an air reservoir 2. The frame 1 is the main supporting structure of the vehicle, providing support for components such as the suspension system and transmission system. It also absorbs impact energy during a collision, protecting the safety of the passenger compartment, and serves as a mounting base for related components. The air reservoir 2 is typically used to store compressed air, which can provide power to systems requiring compressed air, such as the vehicle's braking system and air suspension system.

[0030] Specifically, the frame 1 includes two longitudinal beams 11 spaced laterally, which extend longitudinally along the vehicle and can transmit and distribute loads from the body, engine and other components. The two longitudinal beams 11 define an accommodating space, and an air reservoir 2 is connected to the longitudinal beams 11 and located within the accommodating space.

[0031] Specifically, a space is defined between two longitudinal beams 11 spaced laterally. The air tank 2 is connected to the longitudinal beams 11 as a whole, and the air tank 2 is arranged inside the space. In this way, the air tank 2 can be arranged on the inner side of the longitudinal beams 11. Compared with the traditional air tank (that is, the air tank is suspended under the battery box on the outside of the longitudinal beam. When the vehicle adds a battery option, the air tank and the brake tube bundle connected to the air tank need to be arranged in a new way to match the lithium battery), the arrangement of the air tank 2 in this case can avoid interference from the battery box arrangement, thereby improving the rationality and practicality of the spatial arrangement of the air tank 2.

[0032] In addition, the air tank 2 is arranged inside the longitudinal beam 11, which reduces the probability of it being hit by external impact, thereby improving the protection of the air tank 2 and extending its service life.

[0033] Therefore, by setting up the frame assembly 100, the air tank 2 can be centrally arranged inside the longitudinal beam 11, thereby avoiding interference from the battery box arrangement on the air tank 2 and brake cable bundle, and thus improving the rationality and practicality of the air tank 2 arrangement.

[0034] According to some optional embodiments of the present invention, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the length direction of the gas storage cylinder 2 is the same as the extension direction of the longitudinal beam 11.

[0035] Specifically, the air storage cylinder 2 is arranged in the same direction as the longitudinal beam 11, that is, the air storage cylinder 2 also extends longitudinally. This arrangement allows the air storage cylinder 2 and the longitudinal beam 11 to be connected more tightly, and also increases the contact range between the air storage cylinder 2 and the longitudinal beam 11 as much as possible. This makes the load of the air storage cylinder 2 more evenly distributed on the longitudinal beam 11, reduces the problem of local stress concentration, improves the fatigue durability of the air storage cylinder 2, and simplifies the installation process, reducing complex connection and fixing steps.

[0036] In addition, the air tank 2 is arranged in the same direction as the longitudinal beam 11. Compared with the air tank and longitudinal beam being arranged in opposite directions, it can reduce the protrusion at the bottom of the vehicle to a certain extent, thereby reducing wind resistance and improving fuel economy. It can also reduce the risk of collision between the vehicle and the ground or other obstacles during driving, thus improving driving safety. It can also optimize the airflow at the bottom of the vehicle, reduce turbulence, and improve driving stability.

[0037] According to some optional embodiments of the present invention, combined with Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, there are multiple air tanks 2, including a front axle air tank 21 and a rear axle air tank 22. The rear axle air tank 22 and the front axle air tank 21 are arranged laterally at intervals. The front axle air tank 21 and the rear axle air tank 22 are respectively connected to the longitudinal beams 11 on the corresponding sides.

[0038] The front axle air reservoir 21 primarily supplies air to the front axle braking system, while the rear axle air reservoir 22 primarily supplies air to the rear axle braking system. Each air reservoir supplies air to its respective system, thus avoiding the risk of the entire system failing due to a single air reservoir malfunction, thereby improving the reliability of the braking system. Furthermore, the front axle air reservoir 21 and rear axle air reservoir 22 can accommodate both lead-acid and lithium battery configurations in the vehicle layout.

[0039] In addition, the front axle air tank 21 and the rear axle air tank 22 are respectively connected to the longitudinal beams 11 with transverse spacing, which can improve the regularity and simplicity of the arrangement of the front axle air tank 21 and the rear axle air tank 22.

[0040] Specifically, in combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the frame 1 also includes a plurality of longitudinally spaced crossbeams 12, which are connected between the longitudinal beams 11. Two adjacent crossbeams 12 and two transversely spaced longitudinal beams 11 together define the arrangement space 13; wherein, the front axle air tank 21 and the rear axle air tank 22 are both located within the arrangement space 13.

[0041] It is understandable that the crossbeams 12 are spaced apart in the longitudinal direction (i.e., the front-to-back direction of the vehicle), and the longitudinal beams 11 are spaced apart in the transverse direction (i.e., the left-to-right direction of the vehicle). The crossbeams 12 and the longitudinal beams 11 are connected to each other and together form a closed force-bearing frame. This allows the crossbeams 12 and the longitudinal beams 11 to form a closed force transmission path, which helps to distribute the loads they receive and thus effectively improves the structural reliability of the frame 1. On the other hand, it can also define the arrangement space 13 for arranging components, so as to facilitate the inclusion of the front axle air tank 21 and the rear axle air tank 22 in the arrangement space 13, thereby solving the problem that the front axle air tank 21 and the rear axle air tank 22 have no arrangement space 13 outside the longitudinal beams 11.

[0042] Furthermore, combined Figures 1-3 As shown, the frame assembly 100 also includes an air tank bracket 3, which is connected between the longitudinal beam 11 and the air tank 2 to connect the air tank 2, the air tank bracket 3 and the longitudinal beam 11 into a whole.

[0043] The gas storage cylinder support 3 can establish an indirect connection between the gas storage cylinder 2 and the longitudinal beam 11, making them a whole and thus improving the overall structural consistency and reliability of the three. In addition, the longitudinal beam 11 can also provide structural protection for the gas storage cylinder 2, thereby enhancing the safety of the gas storage cylinder 2.

[0044] Specifically, in combination Figures 1-3As shown, the gas cylinder support 3 includes a connecting end 31 and a guiding end 32. The connecting end 31 is connected to the inner side of the longitudinal beam 11, and the guiding end 32 is adapted to be connected to the fastener 23 that secures the gas cylinder 2. The guiding end 32 is connected to the connecting end 31, and a guiding surface 321 is formed on the side of the guiding end 32 facing the gas cylinder 2. The guiding surface 321 is at least partially bent, and the guiding surface 321 selectively conforms to a portion of the outer peripheral surface of the gas cylinder 2. For example, the fastener 23 can be a cable tie or a band, but is not limited to these.

[0045] It is understandable that the connecting end 31 can serve as a structural component connecting the longitudinal beam 11 to the gas storage cylinder support 3, and the guiding end 32 can guide the outer circumferential surface of the gas storage cylinder 2 so that the gas storage cylinder 2 can be fitted and arranged on the guiding surface 321 of the guiding end 32, thereby increasing the contact area between the gas storage cylinder 2 and the gas storage cylinder support 3, and thus improving the connection strength and stress uniformity of the two.

[0046] The guide surface 321 is at least partially bent, which makes it easier to match the outer periphery of the gas cylinder 2 (usually cylindrical), thereby improving the tightness of the connection between the gas cylinder support 3 and the gas cylinder 2.

[0047] Furthermore, combined Figures 1-3 As shown, the connecting end 31 includes a connecting plate 311 and a side plate 312. The connecting plate 311 has mounting holes 3111 spaced apart. A fastener passes through the mounting holes 3111 and is fixedly connected to the longitudinal beam 11. The side plate 312 is bent and connected between the connecting plate 311 and the guide end 32, and the side plate 312 extends toward the inside of the receiving space. For example, the fastener can be a bolt, but is not limited thereto.

[0048] In other words, the fasteners, through the mounting holes 3111, connect the connecting plate 311 and the longitudinal beam 11 into a single unit. This increases their weight and spatial modality, thereby improving their structural strength and bending / torsional stiffness. Furthermore, the gas cylinder support 3 is bolted to the longitudinal beam 11. Compared to other connection methods, this embodiment facilitates the disassembly and maintenance of the gas cylinder support 3, improving ease of assembly and disassembly and reducing subsequent maintenance costs.

[0049] For example, the longitudinal beam 11 has mating holes corresponding to the mounting holes 3111. The fastener passes through the two holes of the longitudinal beam 11 and the air tank bracket 3, connecting the longitudinal beam 11 and the air tank bracket 3 into a whole. The installation position of the air tank bracket 3 can be adjusted according to the layout requirements of different vehicle models to ensure that the layout of the air tank 2 meets the requirements of the whole vehicle.

[0050] Specifically, in combination Figures 1-3As shown, the guide end 32 includes a guide plate 322 and a flange 323. The guide plate 322 is bent and connected to the side plate 312. The flange 323 is bent and connected to the side of the guide plate 322 away from the side plate 312. The flange 323 extends toward the connecting plate 311. The flange 323, the guide plate 322 and the side plate 312 together define a limiting groove. The limiting groove is limited and engaged with the fastener 23.

[0051] Understandably, the guide plate 322 changes the extension direction of the side plate 312, and the guide plate 322 forms a guide surface 321 on the side facing the air tank 2. The flange 323 changes the extension direction of the guide plate 322, and the flange 323 extends towards the connecting plate 311. This facilitates the smooth placement of the fastener 23 in the limiting groove, and also limits the fastener 23, avoiding the risk of the fastener 23 slipping off the air tank bracket 3, thereby improving the connection stability between the air tank bracket 3 and the air tank 2.

[0052] Furthermore, combined Figures 1-3 As shown, the guide surface 321 is constructed as an arc surface, which can better fit the outer contour of the gas storage cylinder 2, thereby increasing the contact area between the gas storage cylinder support 3 and the gas storage cylinder 2. It can also evenly transfer the stress from the gas storage cylinder 2 to the gas storage cylinder support 3, avoiding the formation of stress concentration areas in the gas storage cylinder 2 during the connection process with the gas storage cylinder support 3. This effectively improves the uniformity of the force on the gas storage cylinder 2, and further improves the connection stability and reliability between the gas storage cylinder support 3 and the gas storage cylinder 2.

[0053] Optionally, the connecting end 31 and the guiding end 32 are integrally formed. Compared with the two being assembled separately, the integral forming process can improve the overall structure and structural strength of the two, thereby improving the structural reliability of the gas storage cylinder support 3. The gas storage cylinder support 3 is a sheet metal support, and the metal material has greater structural strength and rigidity, which can improve the structural reliability of the gas storage cylinder support 3.

[0054] Alternatively, the air tank bracket 3 can be made of Q355 steel with a thickness of 3mm. This arrangement can ensure the structural strength of the air tank bracket 3 while achieving a lightweight design. Moreover, this design can effectively reduce the increase in vehicle cost caused by the development of the air tank bracket 3, thereby reducing system development costs.

[0055] According to the second aspect of the present invention, the vehicle includes the frame assembly 100 of the above embodiment. Thus, the vehicle having the frame assembly 100 can centrally arrange the air tank 2 inside the longitudinal beam 11, thereby avoiding interference of the air tank 2 and the brake cable bundle with the battery box arrangement scheme, thereby improving the rationality and practicality of the arrangement of the air tank 2.

[0056] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0057] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0058] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0059] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

[0060] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0061] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A frame assembly (100), characterized in that, include: The frame (1) includes two longitudinal beams (11) spaced laterally apart and defining an accommodating space between the two longitudinal beams (11); The gas storage cylinder (2) is connected to the longitudinal beam (11) and located within the accommodating space.

2. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length direction of the gas storage cylinder (2) is the same as the extension direction of the longitudinal beam (11).

3. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gas storage cylinder (2) is multiple and includes: Front axle air reservoir (21); The rear axle air reservoir (22) and the front axle air reservoir (21) are arranged laterally at intervals. The front axle air reservoir (21) and the rear axle air reservoir (22) are respectively connected to the longitudinal beam (11) on the corresponding side.

4. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 3, characterized in that, The frame (1) also includes: Multiple longitudinally spaced crossbeams (12) are connected between the longitudinal beams (11), and two adjacent crossbeams (12) together with two transversely spaced longitudinal beams (11) define the arrangement space (13). The front axle air reservoir (21) and the rear axle air reservoir (22) are both located within the arrangement space (13).

5. The frame assembly (100) according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, Also includes: The gas storage cylinder support (3) is connected between the longitudinal beam (11) and the gas storage cylinder (2) to connect the gas storage cylinder (2), the gas storage cylinder support (3) and the longitudinal beam (11) into a whole.

6. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The gas storage tank support (3) includes: Connection end (31), the connection end (31) is connected to the inner side of the longitudinal beam (11); The guide end (32) is adapted to be connected to the fastener (23) that fastens the gas cylinder (2). The guide end (32) is connected to the connecting end (31). The guide end (32) has a guide surface (321) on the side facing the gas cylinder (2). The guide surface (321) is at least partially bent. The guide surface (321) selectively fits against a portion of the outer peripheral surface of the gas cylinder (2).

7. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 6, characterized in that, The connection end (31) includes: A connecting plate (311) is provided with mounting holes (3111) spaced apart. A fastener passes through the mounting holes (3111) and is fixedly connected to the longitudinal beam (11). Side plate (312), which is bent between the connecting plate (311) and the guide end (32), extends toward the inside of the receiving space.

8. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The guide end (32) includes: A guide plate (322) is bent and connected to the side plate (312); A flange (323) is bent and connected to the side of the guide plate (322) away from the side plate (312). The flange (323) extends toward the connecting plate (311). The flange (323), the guide plate (322) and the side plate (312) together define a limiting groove, which is matched with the fastener (23).

9. The frame assembly (100) according to claim 6, characterized in that, The guide surface (321) is configured as an arc surface; and / or The connecting end (31) and the guiding end (32) are integrally formed.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, include: The frame assembly (100) according to any one of claims 1-9.

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