Ergonomics dynamic evaluation rack for college student formula car

By designing an ergonomic dynamic evaluation bench for Formula Student racing cars, the steering wheel, pedals, seats, and headrests are organically integrated, solving the problem of unconnected components, optimizing the cockpit design, and improving driving comfort and operability.

CN223897049UActive Publication Date: 2026-02-10CHANGAN UNIV
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520674654.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-10
Publication Date
2026-02-10
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-10

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Technical Problem

The existing human-machine interface design of Formula Student racing cars has not achieved organic integration of various components and has neglected subjective evaluation, resulting in an inadequate cockpit design.

Method used

A dynamic evaluation bench for ergonomics is provided, which organically combines the steering wheel, pedals, seat and headrest. By adjusting the spatial position of each component, the cockpit design is optimized according to the driver's sitting posture and habits.

Benefits of technology

Through digital adjustments and repeated experiments, we obtained cockpit data that is more suitable for drivers, providing a reference standard for cockpit design and improving driving comfort and operability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an ergonomics dynamic evaluation rack for a college student formula car, which comprises a mounting platform, and a first rack, a second rack and a third rack are arranged on the mounting platform at intervals; a seat assembly mounted on the mounting platform is arranged between the first rack and the second rack, a headrest assembly mounted on the first rack is arranged above the seat assembly, a simulation steering wheel is arranged at the top end of the second rack, a display screen is arranged at the top of the third rack, and a simulation pedal is arranged at the bottom of the third rack; according to the utility model, the steering wheel, the pedal, the seat and the headrest are organically combined, and the cooperation among the subsystems and the mutual influence of the subsystems in spatial positions are fully considered, so that the spatial positions of the seat, the pedal and the headrest can be digitally adjusted according to the sitting posture of a driver on the seat and various habits of the driver holding the steering wheel; and a reference standard is provided for cabin design.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of Formula Student racing technology, specifically to a dynamic evaluation platform for the ergonomics of Formula Student racing. Background Technology

[0002] Ergonomic design, as a bridge connecting the driver and the race car, plays an extremely important role in Formula Student racing. Its design directly affects a series of key factors that influence the driver's performance, such as comfort and handling during the driving process.

[0003] The current human-machine interface design for Formula Student racing cars still has the following shortcomings: most university teams tend to rely more on objective evaluations when designing the cockpit, while neglecting the importance of subjective evaluations; currently, the design of various cockpit components has not been organically integrated, but rather the design of individual components is considered in isolation, without combining the various systems for overall design. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides an ergonomic dynamic evaluation platform for Formula Student racing cars, which solves the problem that the various components of existing Formula Student racing cars are not organically integrated.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A dynamic evaluation platform for the ergonomics of Formula Student racing cars is provided, comprising a mounting platform on which a first frame, a second frame, and a third frame are spaced apart. A seat assembly is mounted on the mounting platform between the first and second frames. A headrest assembly mounted on the first frame is mounted above the seat assembly. A simulated steering wheel is mounted at the top of the second frame. A display screen is mounted at the top of the third frame. A simulated pedal is mounted at the bottom of the third frame.

[0007] This utility model organically combines the steering wheel, pedals, seat, and headrest, fully considering the coordination between the subsystems and their mutual influence in space. Thus, the spatial position of the seat, pedals, and headrest can be digitally adjusted according to the driver's sitting posture and various habits of the driver in holding the steering wheel, providing a reference standard for cockpit design.

[0008] Furthermore, the first frame includes two L-shaped columns fixed to the mounting platform, with reinforcing rods at the bottom of the L-shaped columns; the two L-shaped columns are connected by multiple support rods; the headrest assembly is mounted on two of the support rods.

[0009] Furthermore, the headrest assembly includes a headrest and a headrest slide plate fixed to two support rods; the headrest slide plate has a through groove, and the headrest is fixed to the first frame by bolts passing through the through groove and inserted into the embedded nut inside the headrest.

[0010] Furthermore, the second frame includes a square frame, the bottom of which is mounted on the mounting platform via two support frames; the simulated steering wheel is mounted in the middle of the top rod of the square frame.

[0011] Furthermore, the third frame includes a fixed base frame mounted on the mounting platform, with a fixed top plate on one side of the fixed base frame via uprights; a display screen is mounted on the fixed top plate; and a simulated pedal is mounted on the upper surface of the fixed base frame.

[0012] Furthermore, the seat assembly includes a seat base plate mounted on an installation platform, with a seat cushion provided on the upper surface of the seat base plate; a leg adjustment assembly is provided at one end of the seat base plate, and a back adjustment assembly is provided at the other end of the seat base plate.

[0013] Furthermore, the leg adjustment assembly includes a leg support plate and leg fixing plates connected to both sides of the leg support plate;

[0014] The upper end of the leg fixing plate has multiple first through holes. Bolts are inserted through the first through holes into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom end of the leg support plate and connected by threads.

[0015] The lower end of the leg fixing plate has multiple second through holes, and the side wall of the seat base plate has multiple first threaded holes. The leg fixing plate is installed on the side wall of the seat base plate by passing bolts through the second through holes and inserting them into the first threaded holes.

[0016] Furthermore, the back adjustment assembly includes a back support plate, a back movable plate, and back fixing plates on both sides;

[0017] The upper end of the back fixing plate has multiple third through holes. Bolts are inserted through the third through holes into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom of the back movable plate and connected by threads.

[0018] The lower end of the back fixing plate has multiple fourth through holes, and the side wall of the back support plate has multiple second threaded holes. The back fixing plate is installed on the side wall of the back support plate by inserting bolts through the fourth through holes into the second threaded holes.

[0019] This utility model discloses an ergonomic dynamic evaluation platform for Formula Student racing cars, the beneficial effects of which are:

[0020] This invention organically combines the steering wheel, pedals, seat, and headrest, fully considering the coordination between the subsystems and their mutual influence in space. It allows for digital adjustment of the seat, pedals, and headrest positions based on the driver's posture and steering wheel handling habits. The positions of each component are adjusted according to the driver's individual needs, and the adjustment data is recorded. Through repeated experiments and continuous optimization, more suitable cockpit data for the driver is obtained, providing a reference standard for cockpit design. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the ergonomic dynamic evaluation platform for Formula Student racing cars according to this utility model.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first frame, the second frame, and the third frame of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the headrest assembly of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the seat assembly of this utility model.

[0025] The components include: 1. Installation platform; 2. First frame; 21. L-shaped column; 22. Reinforcing rod; 23. Support rod; 3. Second frame; 31. Square frame; 32. Support frame; 4. Third frame; 41. Fixed base frame; 42. Upright pole; 43. Fixed top plate; 5. Seat assembly; 51. Seat base plate; 52. Seat cushion; 53. Leg adjustment assembly; 531. Leg support plate; 532. Leg fixing plate; 533. First through hole; 534. Second through hole; 535. First threaded hole; 54. Backrest adjustment assembly; 541. Backrest support plate; 542. Backrest movable plate; 543. Backrest fixing plate; 544. Third through hole; 545. Fourth through hole; 546. Second threaded hole; 6. Headrest assembly; 61. Headrest; 62. Headrest sliding plate; 63. Through groove; 7. Simulated steering wheel; 8. Display screen; 9. Simulated pedal. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The present invention is described in detail with respect to specific embodiments in order to enable those skilled in the art to understand the present invention. However, it should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the scope of the specific embodiments. For those skilled in the art, any changes that are within the spirit and scope of the present invention as defined and determined by the appended claims are obvious. All utility model creations utilizing the concept of the present invention are protected.

[0027] Example 1

[0028] refer to Figures 1-4 This embodiment provides an ergonomic dynamic evaluation bench for Formula Student racing cars, which aims to solve the problem that the various components of existing Formula Student racing cars are not organically integrated. The specific structure of this embodiment will be described in detail below.

[0029] A dynamic evaluation platform for the ergonomics of Formula Student racing cars, comprising an installation platform 1.

[0030] Specifically, a first frame 2, a second frame 3, and a third frame 4 are spaced apart on the installation platform 1; a seat assembly 5 is installed on the installation platform 1 between the first frame 2 and the second frame 3; a headrest assembly 6 is installed on the first frame 2 above the seat assembly 5; a simulated steering wheel 7 is installed at the top of the second frame 3; a display screen 8 is installed at the top of the third frame 4; and a simulated pedal 9 is installed at the bottom of the third frame 4.

[0031] In this embodiment, the first frame 2, the second frame 3, and the third frame 4 are installed on the mounting platform 1 in a straight line at intervals. Then, the seat assembly 5 is installed on the mounting platform 1 between the first frame 2 and the second frame 3. The headrest assembly 6 is installed on the first frame 2. Finally, the simulated steering wheel 7 and the simulated pedals 9 are installed. Thus, the simulated steering wheel 7, the simulated pedals 9, and the seat assembly 5 are organically combined. The coordination between the subsystems and their mutual influence in spatial position are fully considered. Therefore, the spatial position of the seat, pedals, and headrest can be digitally adjusted according to the driver's various habits of holding the steering wheel and the driver's sitting posture in the seat. The position of each component is adjusted according to the driver's own situation. Then, the relevant adjustment data is recorded, repeated experiments are conducted, and continuous optimization is carried out to finally obtain cockpit data that is more suitable for the driver, providing a reference standard for cockpit design.

[0032] Specifically, the first frame 2 includes two L-shaped columns 21 fixed on the mounting platform 1, and a reinforcing rod 22 is provided at the bottom of the L-shaped columns 21; the two L-shaped columns 21 are connected by multiple support rods 23; the headrest assembly 6 is installed on two of the support rods 23.

[0033] Specifically, the headrest assembly 6 includes a headrest 61 and a headrest slide plate 62 fixed on two support rods 23; the headrest slide plate 62 has a through groove 63, and the headrest 61 is fixed on the first frame 2 by bolts passing through the through groove 63 and inserted into the embedded nut inside the headrest 61.

[0034] In this embodiment, four fixing nuts are embedded in the back of the headrest 61, and two headrest slide plates 62 are provided. Both headrest slide plates 62 are fixed on two support rods 23. Thus, the headrest 61 is fixed on the first frame 2 by inserting bolts through the through groove 63 into the fixing nuts inside the headrest 61. At the same time, the headrest 61 can also be moved up and down in the through groove 63 by bolts to adjust the position of the headrest 61.

[0035] Specifically, the second frame 3 includes a square frame 31, the bottom of which is mounted on the mounting platform 1 via two support frames 32; the simulated steering wheel 7 is mounted in the middle of the top rod of the square frame 31.

[0036] In this embodiment, the simulated steering wheel 7 can be selected as a CAMMUS C5 base gaming steering wheel + CS5 desktop clip, and the steering wheel is fixed to the middle of the top rod of the square frame 31 by the desktop clip.

[0037] Specifically, the third frame 4 includes a fixed base frame 41 installed on the mounting platform 1, and a fixed top plate 43 is provided on one side of the fixed base frame 41 via a pole 42; the display screen 8 is installed on the fixed top plate 43; and the simulated pedal 9 is installed on the upper surface of the fixed base frame 41.

[0038] In this embodiment, the fixed base frame 41 is installed on the mounting platform 1, and a mounting plate is provided on the fixed base frame 41. The simulated pedal 9 adopts the CAMMUS CP5 dual pedal, so that the simulated pedal 9 is installed on the mounting plate on the fixed base frame 41.

[0039] Optionally, the brake pedal and accelerator pedal of the simulated pedal 9 are both mounted on the fixed plate. A row of through holes is opened on both sides of the fixed plate. Two threaded holes that match the two rows of through holes are opened on the fixed base frame 41. The fixed plate is mounted on the fixed base frame 41 by inserting bolts through the through holes and into the threaded holes. The position of the fixed plate can be moved through the two rows of through holes, thereby adjusting the position of the simulated pedal 9.

[0040] Alternatively, the display screen 8 can be directly mounted on the upper surface of the fixed top plate 43 via a mounting bracket.

[0041] Alternatively, display 8 can also be equipped with an adjustable stand to allow the screen to be adjusted in various dimensions in space.

[0042] Specifically, the seat assembly 5 includes a seat base plate 51 mounted on the mounting platform 1, with a seat cushion 52 provided on the upper surface of the seat base plate 51; a leg adjustment assembly 53 is provided at one end of the seat base plate 51, and a back adjustment assembly 54 is provided at the other end of the seat base plate 51.

[0043] The leg adjustment assembly 53 includes a leg support plate 531 and a leg fixing plate 532 connected to both sides of the leg support plate 531. The upper end of the leg fixing plate 532 is provided with a plurality of first through holes 533. Bolts are inserted through the first through holes 533 into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom end of the leg support plate 531 and connected by threads. The lower end of the leg fixing plate 532 is provided with a plurality of second through holes 534. The side wall of the seat base plate 51 is provided with a plurality of first threaded holes 535. Bolts are inserted through the second through holes 534 into the first threaded holes 535 to install the leg fixing plate 532 on the side wall of the seat base plate 51.

[0044] In this embodiment, two second through holes 534 are provided at the lower end of the leg fixing plate 532. The specific number of first threaded holes 535 can be set according to actual needs. In this embodiment, twelve first threaded holes 535 are provided on the side wall of the seat base plate 51. The leg fixing plate 532 is adjusted on the seat base plate 51 by inserting bolts through the two second through holes 534 into different first threaded holes 535.

[0045] The specific number of the first through holes 533 can be set according to actual needs. In this embodiment, eight first through holes 533 are provided at the upper end of the leg fixing plate 532.

[0046] The top of the leg support plate 531 overlaps the bottom rod of the square frame 31. Bolts are inserted through different first through holes 533 into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom of the leg support plate 531 and connected by threads, thereby adjusting the support angle of the leg support plate 531.

[0047] Specifically, the back adjustment assembly 54 includes a back support plate 541, a back movable plate 542, and back fixing plates 543 on both sides; the upper end of the back fixing plate 543 is provided with multiple third through holes 544, and bolts are inserted through the third through holes 544 into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom end of the back movable plate 542 and connected by threads; the lower end of the back fixing plate 543 is provided with multiple fourth through holes 545, and the side wall of the back support plate 541 is provided with multiple second threaded holes 546, and bolts are inserted through the fourth through holes 545 into the second threaded holes 546 to install the back fixing plate 543 on the side wall of the back support plate 541.

[0048] In this embodiment, two fourth through holes 545 are provided at the lower end of the back fixing plate 543. The specific number of second threaded holes 546 on the side wall of the back support plate 541 can be set according to actual needs. In this embodiment, twelve second threaded holes 546 are provided on the side wall of the back support plate 541, so that the different positions of the back fixing plate 543 on the back support plate 541 can be adjusted by inserting bolts through the two fourth through holes 545 into different second threaded holes 546.

[0049] The specific number of the third through holes 544 can be set according to actual needs. In this embodiment, eight third through holes 544 are provided at the upper end of the back fixing plate 543.

[0050] The top of the back movable plate 542 is attached to one of the support rods 23 of the first frame 2. The bolts are inserted through different third through holes 544 into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom of the back movable plate 542 and connected by threads, thereby adjusting the support angle of the back movable plate 542.

[0051] Optionally, the bottom of the back support plate 541 is fixed to the mounting platform 1.

[0052] Optionally, the bottom of the back support plate 541 is connected to the seat base plate 51 via a pivot.

[0053] Although the specific embodiments of the utility model have been described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings, this should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this patent. Various modifications and variations that can be made by those skilled in the art without inventive effort within the scope described in the claims still fall within the scope of protection of this patent.

Claims

1. A dynamic evaluation platform for the ergonomics of Formula Student racing cars, characterized in that: Including the installation platform (1); The installation platform (1) is provided with a first frame (2), a second frame (3) and a third frame (4) spaced apart; a seat assembly (5) installed on the installation platform (1) is provided between the first frame (2) and the second frame (3); a headrest assembly (6) installed on the first frame (2) is provided above the seat assembly (5); The second frame (3) is equipped with a simulated steering wheel (7) at its top, the third frame (4) is equipped with a display screen (8) at its top, and the third frame (4) is equipped with a simulated pedal (9) at its bottom.

2. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation platform for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first frame (2) includes two L-shaped columns (21) fixed on the mounting platform (1), and a reinforcing rod (22) is provided at the bottom of the L-shaped column (21); the two L-shaped columns (21) are connected by multiple support rods (23); the headrest assembly (6) is installed on two of the support rods (23).

3. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation platform for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 2, characterized in that: The headrest assembly (6) includes a headrest (61) and a headrest slide plate (62) fixed on two support rods (23); the headrest slide plate (62) has a through groove (63), and the headrest (61) is fixed on the first frame (2) by inserting a bolt through the through groove (63) into the embedded nut inside the headrest (61).

4. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation bench for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second frame (3) includes a square frame (31), the bottom of which is mounted on the mounting platform (1) by two support frames (32); the simulated steering wheel (7) is mounted in the middle of the top rod of the square frame (31).

5. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation platform for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 1, characterized in that: The third frame (4) includes a fixed bottom frame (41) installed on the mounting platform (1), and a fixed top plate (43) is provided on one side of the fixed bottom frame (41) by means of a pole (42); the display screen (8) is installed on the fixed top plate (43); and the simulated pedal (9) is installed on the upper surface of the fixed bottom frame (41).

6. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation bench for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 1, characterized in that: The seat assembly (5) includes a seat base plate (51) mounted on the mounting platform (1), and a seat cushion (52) is provided on the upper surface of the seat base plate (51); a leg adjustment assembly (53) is provided at one end of the seat base plate (51), and a back adjustment assembly (54) is provided at the other end of the seat base plate (51).

7. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation bench for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 6, characterized in that: The leg adjustment assembly (53) includes a leg support plate (531) and a leg fixing plate (532) connected to both sides of the leg support plate (531); The upper end of the leg fixing plate (532) is provided with a plurality of first through holes (533). Bolts are inserted through the first through holes (533) into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom end of the leg support plate (531) and connected by threads. The lower end of the leg fixing plate (532) is provided with a plurality of second through holes (534), and the side wall of the seat base plate (51) is provided with a plurality of first threaded holes (535). The leg fixing plate (532) is installed on the side wall of the seat base plate (51) by means of bolts passing through the second through holes (534) and inserting them into the first threaded holes (535).

8. The ergonomic dynamic evaluation bench for Formula Student racing cars according to claim 6, characterized in that: The back adjustment assembly (54) includes a back support plate (541), a back movable plate (542), and back fixing plates (543) on both sides; The upper end of the back fixing plate (543) is provided with multiple third through holes (544). Bolts are inserted through the third through holes (544) into the reserved threaded holes at the bottom of the back movable plate (542) and connected by threads. The lower end of the back fixing plate (543) is provided with a plurality of fourth through holes (545), and the side wall of the back support plate (541) is provided with a plurality of second threaded holes (546). The back fixing plate (543) is installed on the side wall of the back support plate (541) by means of bolts passing through the fourth through holes (545) and inserting them into the second threaded holes (546).