Adjustable exterior trimming splicing assembly

By designing adjustable exterior splicing components, the problem of large footprint after the luggage rack is disassembled is solved, achieving simplified installation, stable structure and flexible space adjustment, thus improving the practicality and convenience of the luggage rack.

CN223864782UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-03ANHUI ZEYUAN NEW MATERIAL TECH CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520585242.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-31
Publication Date
2026-02-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-31

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing car roof racks, once disassembled, have a large main frame that occupies a lot of space, are complicated to install, and cannot flexibly adjust the internal space.

Method used

Design an adjustable exterior assembly, including a fixing rod, a vertical rod, a protective component, and a telescopic bracket. The assembly uses a folding frame and straps to secure luggage and adjust its space. The assembly is foldable for easy storage.

Benefits of technology

The installation process is simplified, the structure is stable, and it can be further folded after disassembly to flexibly adjust the internal space, improve space utilization, and balance practicality and convenience.

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Abstract

The embodiment of the utility model discloses an adjustable exterior trimming splicing assembly which comprises two fixing rods installed on the top of an automobile in parallel, a plurality of vertical rods for supporting are connected between the two fixing rods in an inserted mode, protection assemblies capable of moving close to each other and away from each other are arranged above the two ends of the fixing rods respectively, and bandages are arranged on the protection assemblies. The protection assembly clamps luggage placed on the vertical rod through the binding belt. Each protection assembly comprises a folding frame, each folding frame is split into two parts from the middle position, the middle split positions of the folding frames are movably hinged, and the folding frames can be relatively folded at the movable hinged positions. The detached protection assembly can be further folded, the internal space can be properly adjusted, and practicability and convenience are both considered.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of automotive trim technology, specifically to an adjustable exterior trim splicing component. Background Technology

[0002] A car roof rack is a support structure installed on the roof of a vehicle to carry items. It is an exterior decorative component of the car and can carry large items that cannot fit in the trunk, such as luggage, bicycles, folding beds, skis, etc. Especially during long-distance travel or outdoor activities, it provides car owners with more loading options. It is lightweight, high-strength, and corrosion-resistant, and also serves a certain decorative purpose, making the vehicle more off-road or travel-oriented.

[0003] Most car roof racks and car roofs are currently designed with a split connection. Split roof racks can be easily removed when not in use, restoring the vehicle roof to its original clean appearance and satisfying some car owners' pursuit of a simple vehicle appearance. After the roof rack is split, it often needs to be broken into smaller modules for easy storage in the trunk.

[0004] However, many luggage racks still take up a lot of space after being disassembled, increasing the difficulty of storage. If they are further disassembled, and the size of the luggage rack is designed to be small for easy storage, it is impossible to adjust it according to the number of luggage items, which limits its flexibility and practicality. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address this issue, this utility model provides an adjustable exterior splicing component to solve the problems of existing luggage racks where the main frame occupies a large area after disassembly, the installation process is cumbersome, and the internal space cannot be flexibly adjusted.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the embodiments of this utility model provide the following technical solutions:

[0007] An adjustable exterior trim assembly includes two parallel fixed rods mounted on the roof of a vehicle, with a plurality of vertical rods inserted between the two fixed rods to provide support. Protective components that can move closer to or further away from each other are respectively provided above the two ends of the fixed rods. The protective components are provided with straps, and the protective components hold luggage placed on the vertical rods by means of the straps.

[0008] Each of the protective components includes a folding frame that is split into two parts from the middle position, and the middle split position of the folding frame is hinged, and the folding frame can be folded relative to each other at the hinged position.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a telescopic bracket connected to the two protective components is provided below the vertical rod, and a support rod for supporting the installation of the telescopic bracket is also provided between the fixed rods.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, two locking rods are provided on both sides of the movable hinge position of the folding frame, and the two locking rods are combined into a mounting body after the folding frame is horizontally unfolded, and the end of the telescopic bracket is mounted on the mounting body.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, two guardrails are rotatably connected to both ends of the folding frame, and a lead screw is provided at the upper end of the folding frame. A slider capable of linearly moving along the lead screw is installed on the lead screw, and the slider is rotatably connected to the top of the guardrail through the connecting rod.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the telescopic bracket includes multiple movably connected X-braces, and the cross positions of the X-braces are movably hinged, and the cross position of the X-braces in the middle position is connected to the support rod by a bolt.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the two ends of the support rod are connected to the limiting block via a telescopic rod, and the spring is sleeved on the outer periphery of the telescopic rod. The side of the limiting block is provided with a U-shaped groove, and the support rod is inserted into the fixed rod through the limiting block.

[0014] The embodiments of this utility model have the following advantages:

[0015] This utility model's exterior splicing component is composed of a fixed rod, a support rod, a vertical rod, and a foldable protective component. It reduces the number of fragmented parts, making the overall structure more streamlined. While simplifying the installation process, it ensures that the overall structure is more stable after splicing. The disassembled protective component can be further folded for easy storage later. In addition, the internal luggage storage space of the exterior splicing component can be appropriately extended outward or folded inward, flexibly adjusting the internal space and greatly improving space utilization, thus taking into account both practicality and convenience. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are merely exemplary, and those skilled in the art can derive other embodiments based on the provided drawings without creative effort.

[0017] The structures, proportions, sizes, etc. illustrated in this specification are only for the purpose of assisting those skilled in the art in understanding and reading the content disclosed herein, and are not intended to limit the implementation conditions of this utility model. Therefore, they have no substantial technical significance. Any modifications to the structure, changes in the proportions, or adjustments to the size, without affecting the effects and objectives that this utility model can produce, should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in this utility model.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the unfolded structure in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the folded structure in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the protective component after folding in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the support rod structure in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] In the picture:

[0023] 1-Fixed rod; 2-Vertical rod; 3-Support rod; 4-Telescopic bracket; 6-Protective components; 7-Strap;

[0024] 301 - Telescopic rod; 302 - Limiting block; 303 - Spring;

[0025] 601-Folding frame; 602-Guardrail; 603-Connecting rod; 604-Slider; 605-Leading rod. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0027] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this utility model provides an adjustable exterior trim splicing component, including two parallel fixed rods 1 installed on the roof of a car, and a plurality of vertical rods 2 that form a supporting function are inserted between the two fixed rods 1. Protective components 6 that can move closer to each other and further away are respectively provided above the two ends of the fixed rods 1. The protective components 6 are provided with straps 7, and the protective components 6 clamp luggage placed on the vertical rods 2 through the straps 7.

[0028] Below the vertical rod 2 is a telescopic bracket 4 connected to two protective components 6, and between the fixed rods 1 is a support rod 3 for supporting the installation of the telescopic bracket 4.

[0029] The telescopic support 4 includes multiple movable X-braces 4, and the X-braces 4 are hinged at their intersections. The X-braces 4 in the middle position are connected to the support rod 3 by a bolt.

[0030] In this embodiment, the fixing rod 1 serves as a support frame and can be removed from the roof. The vertical rod 2 is inserted through the fixing rod 1 and can also be removed from the fixing rod 1. Similarly, the protective component 6 can also be removed from the fixing rod 1. Therefore, the overall structure of the exterior splicing component in this embodiment is more streamlined, simplifying the installation process while ensuring that the overall structure is more stable after splicing. The removed protective component 6 can be further folded for easy storage later.

[0031] like Figure 3 As shown, each protective component 6 includes a folding frame 601, which is split into two parts from the middle position, and the middle split position of the folding frame 601 is movably hinged, and the folding frame 601 can be folded relative to each other at the movably hinged position.

[0032] Two locking rods are provided on both sides of the movable hinge position of the folding frame 601, and the two locking rods are combined into a mounting body after the folding frame 601 is horizontally unfolded. A locking block can be installed at the end of the telescopic bracket 4, and the locking block is fitted onto the mounting body.

[0033] When assembling the exterior trim assembly in this embodiment, firstly, fix the two fixing rods 1 into the threaded holes reserved on the roof with bolts. After screwing the bolts in, align the telescopic bracket 4 and the support rod 3. Then, press the two ends of the support rod 3 against the fixing rod 1 to fix the telescopic bracket 4 and the support rod 3.

[0034] Insert multiple vertical rods 2 into the holes of the fixing rod 1 in sequence to complete the splicing of the entire main frame. Then assemble the protective components 6 on both sides, rotate the folding frame 601 to a horizontal position, and combine the front half of the two locking rods into a mounting body. Fix the two ends of the telescopic bracket 4 to the mounting body.

[0035] The luggage is placed on the upper surface of the fixing rod 1 and secured by the protective component 6 and the straps 7 on the protective component 6.

[0036] When the exterior trim assembly in this embodiment is disassembled, the entire exterior trim assembly can be disassembled simply by removing the bolts of the two fixing rods 1 from the threaded holes reserved on the roof. After disassembly, the vertical rod 2, support rod 3, telescopic bracket 4, and protective component 6 can be disassembled in sequence. Furthermore, the folding frame 601 of the protective component 6 can be folded along its central movable installation position to further reduce the storage volume.

[0037] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 As shown, the folding frame 601 of the protective component 6 is used to restrict one of the two sides of the luggage. In order to further improve the fixation and restriction of the other two sides of the luggage, two guardrails 602 are rotatably connected to both ends of the folding frame 601. A lead screw 605 is provided at the upper end of the folding frame 601. A slider 604 that can move linearly along the lead screw 605 is installed on the lead screw 605. The slider 604 is rotatably connected to the top of the guardrail 602 through a connecting rod 603.

[0038] When the lead screw 605 is rotated, the slider 604 moves along the length of the lead screw, pushing the guardrail 602 to unfold via the connecting rod 603. The unfolding angle of the guardrail 602 can be adjusted according to actual needs. After the luggage is placed, the protective component 6 on one side is squeezed, and the telescopic bracket 4 retracts, causing the protective component 6 on the other side to be squeezed towards the middle simultaneously, adjusting the space of the luggage rack. The folding frame 601 and the guardrail 602 limit the luggage. If there is little luggage, the two vertical bars 2 can be removed. Finally, the vertical bars 2 and the protective component 6 are tied together with the straps 7. The number of straps 7 can also be increased or decreased according to actual needs.

[0039] When the lead screw 605 rotates in the forward direction, the slider 604 moves forward, thereby pushing the guardrail 602 to unfold; when the lead screw 605 rotates in the reverse direction, the slider 604 moves backward, causing the guardrail 602 to retract. After the guardrail 602 is completely retracted, the folding frame 601 begins to fold. As the folding frame 601 folds, the overall footprint of the entire protective assembly 6 decreases, eliminating the need for further disassembly and facilitating storage.

[0040] The connecting rod 603, the guardrail 602, and the folding frame 601 form an adjustable triangular frame. When the guardrail 602 is unfolded, the guardrail 602, the connecting rod 603, and the folding frame 601 together form a stable triangular frame, providing support for the guardrail 602 and preventing it from loosening. As the slider 604 moves, the angle between the guardrail 602 and the folding frame 601 will continuously change. When the two folding frames 601 on both sides approach each other, the two guardrails 602 are adjusted to stagger them, thus avoiding collisions during the approach process.

[0041] like Figure 4As shown, in order to facilitate the disassembly and installation of the support rod 3, the two ends of the support rod 3 are respectively provided with a telescopic rod 301, a limiting block 302 and a spring 303. The spring 303 is sleeved on the outside of the telescopic rod 301, and the side of the limiting block 302 is provided with a U-shaped groove.

[0042] The support rod 3 is connected to the fixed rod 1 by limiting blocks 302 at both ends. When installing the support rod 3, first align the U-shaped groove of one end of the limiting block 302 with the middle of the fixed rod 1 and insert it. Press the telescopic rod 301, and the spring 303 and the telescopic rod 301 are compressed, leaving space for the limiting block 302 and the telescopic rod 301 at the other end. Until the U-shaped groove of the limiting block 302 at the other end is inserted into another fixed rod 1, release the spring 303, and the spring 303 and the telescopic rod 301 are reset, driving the support rod 3 back to the middle position. The two sections abut against the fixed rod 1 to achieve quick splicing.

[0043] This utility model's exterior splicing component is composed of a fixed rod, a support rod, a vertical rod, and a foldable protective component. It reduces the number of fragmented parts, making the overall structure more streamlined. This simplifies the installation process while ensuring greater stability after the overall structure is assembled. The disassembled protective component can be further folded for easy storage later. Furthermore, the internal luggage storage space of the exterior splicing component can be appropriately extended outwards or folded inwards, flexibly adjusting the internal space and greatly improving space utilization, thus combining practicality and convenience.

[0044] Although the present invention has been described in detail above with general descriptions and specific embodiments, some modifications or improvements can be made to it, which will be obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, all such modifications or improvements made without departing from the spirit of the present invention fall within the scope of protection claimed by the present invention.

Claims

1. An adjustable exterior trim splicing component, characterized in that, It includes two parallel fixed rods (1) installed on the top of the car, and a plurality of vertical rods (2) that form a support are inserted between the two fixed rods (1). Protective components (6) that can move closer to each other and further away are respectively provided above the two ends of the fixed rods (1). The protective components (6) are provided with straps (7). The protective components (6) hold luggage placed on the vertical rods (2) by the straps (7). Each of the protective components (6) includes a folding frame (601) that is split into two parts from the middle position and is hinged at the middle split position, and the folding frame (601) can be folded relative to each other at the hinged position.

2. The adjustable exterior trim splicing assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, Below the vertical rod (2) is a telescopic bracket (4) connected to the two protective components (6), and between the fixed rods (1) is a support rod (3) for supporting the installation of the telescopic bracket (4).

3. The adjustable exterior trim splicing component according to claim 2, characterized in that, Two guardrails (602) are rotatably connected to both ends of the folding frame (601). A lead screw (605) is provided at the upper end of the folding frame (601). A slider (604) that can move linearly along the lead screw (605) is installed on the lead screw (605). The slider (604) is rotatably connected to the top of the guardrail (602) through a connecting rod (603).

4. An adjustable exterior trim splicing assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The telescopic bracket (4) includes multiple telescopic brackets (4) that are movably connected, and the cross positions of the telescopic brackets (4) are movably hinged, and the cross position of the telescopic bracket (4) in the middle position is connected to the support rod (3) by a bolt.

5. An adjustable exterior trim splicing assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The two ends of the support rod (3) are connected to the limiting block (302) through the telescopic rod (301). The spring (303) is sleeved on the outer periphery of the telescopic rod (301). The side of the limiting block (302) is provided with a U-shaped groove. The support rod (3) is inserted into the fixed rod (1) through the limiting block (302).