Seat pneumatic waist support controller and vehicle
By adopting a honeycomb reinforcing rib structure and sound-absorbing foam design in the pneumatic lumbar support controller of the seat, the combination of solenoid valves is simplified, solving the problems of large controller size and difficult disassembly and assembly, and achieving the effects of simple structure, high integration and reduced noise.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520390553.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing pneumatic lumbar support controllers for seats are bulky and difficult to disassemble and assemble, and the solenoid valves are inconvenient to combine.
The lower housing features a honeycomb-shaped reinforcing rib structure, housing a PCBA board assembly and sound-absorbing cotton. The air passage is connected to the solenoid valve and sealed by the upper housing. Combined with a rubber cover and reinforcing ribs, this allows for easy assembly of the solenoid valve.
It reduces the difficulty of disassembling and assembling solenoid valve assemblies, improves structural simplicity and integration, reduces noise, and enhances the stability and reliability of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model discloses a pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat and a vehicle, belonging to the field of automotive seat technology. Background Technology
[0002] A pneumatic lumbar support is a car seat comfort feature that provides lumbar support through air pressure regulation to enhance driving comfort. The working principle of a pneumatic lumbar support is based on a pneumatic system. This system uses an air pump to generate compressed air, which is then distributed as needed to individual airbags within the seat back via a pressure-distributing valve. The airbags inflate when inflated, providing firm support for the lumbar region; they deflate when deflated, relaxing and massaging the lower back. An electronic controller precisely controls the inflation and deflation process of the airbags, achieving dynamic adjustment of lumbar support and massage.
[0003] Pneumatic lumbar supports adjust their height and position by inflating and deflating air bags. The inflation and deflation of these air bags are mainly achieved through solenoid valves. Since pneumatic lumbar supports typically consist of multiple air bags, their control system is correspondingly configured as a solenoid valve group controller with multiple solenoid valves. However, most solenoid valves on the market are complex in structure and inconvenient to assemble, often requiring specialized connectors to combine multiple solenoid valves. This results in a large controller size and difficulties in disassembly and assembly. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems of excessive size and difficulty in disassembly and assembly of existing controllers, and to propose a pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats and vehicles.
[0005] The problem to be solved by this utility model is achieved by the following technical solution:
[0006] A pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat includes: a lower housing with honeycomb reinforcing ribs at the bottom inner side; a PCBA board assembly inside the lower housing; sound-absorbing cotton and foam on the PCBA board assembly; an air passage at one end of the lower housing connected to a solenoid valve on the PCBA board assembly; the PCBA board assembly, sound-absorbing cotton, and foam being sealed and fastened inside the lower housing by an upper housing; one end of the air passage being connected to the outside; and the other end of the air passage being sealed by a baffle on the upper housing.
[0007] Furthermore, the PCBA board assembly includes a PCBA board, on which a first solenoid valve group and a second solenoid valve group are respectively arranged near the two sides. A third solenoid valve group is arranged on the PCBA board near the end of the second solenoid valve group. One end of the third solenoid valve group is arranged adjacent to one end of the first solenoid valve group. A terminal block is provided on one end of the PCBA board. Sound-absorbing cotton is arranged on the PCBA board between the first and second solenoid valve groups. The foam is attached to the top of the third solenoid valve group, the first solenoid valve group, and the second solenoid valve group.
[0008] Furthermore, an internal flow channel is provided at the bottom of the lower housing. The two first internal flow channel connection ends of the internal flow channel are connected to the airflow channel. The PCBA board assembly also includes an air intake pipe. The first air intake pipe end of the air intake pipe is connected to the first solenoid valve group. The third air intake pipe end of the air intake pipe is connected to one end of the second solenoid valve group. The second air intake pipe end of the air intake pipe is connected to the second internal flow channel connection end of the internal flow channel. The fourth air intake pipe end of the air intake pipe is connected to the third internal flow channel connection end of the internal flow channel.
[0009] Furthermore, the upper housing has a first solenoid valve terminal mating part on each side, and the lower housing has a second solenoid valve terminal mating part on each side. The first solenoid valve terminal mating part and the second solenoid valve terminal mating part form an assembly position that fits into the first solenoid valve group and the second solenoid valve group.
[0010] Furthermore, at least one wedge-shaped block is provided on each side of the lower housing, and at least one limiting groove that cooperates with the wedge-shaped block is provided on each side of the upper housing.
[0011] Furthermore, a rubber cover is installed between the other end of the air passage and the baffle.
[0012] Furthermore, multiple reinforcing ribs are provided inside the airflow channel from one end to the other.
[0013] A vehicle includes a seat pneumatic lumbar support controller, wherein the seat pneumatic lumbar support controller is the aforementioned seat pneumatic lumbar support controller.
[0014] The advantages of this invention compared to existing technologies are as follows:
[0015] This utility model provides a pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat and a vehicle. The lower housing has honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs at its inner bottom. A PCBA board assembly is housed inside the lower housing, and sound-absorbing cotton and foam are installed on the PCBA board assembly. An air passage is located at one end of the lower housing, connecting to a solenoid valve on the PCBA board assembly. The PCBA board assembly, sound-absorbing cotton, and foam are sealed and fastened within the lower housing by an upper housing. One end of the air passage connects to the outside, and the other end is sealed by a baffle on the upper housing. This design facilitates the combined use of multiple solenoid valves, effectively reducing the difficulty of disassembling and assembling the solenoid valve assembly and the overall design of the seat lumbar support controller, achieving a simple structure, high integration, and small size. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of the pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to this utility model.
[0017] Figure 2 This is an isometric side view of the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats according to this utility model.
[0018] Figure 3 This is an isometric side view of the upper housing of the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats in this utility model.
[0019] Figure 4 This is an isometric side view of the lower housing of the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 5 This is an isometric side view of the PCBA board assembly in the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats of this utility model.
[0021] Figure 6 This is an isometric side view of the air intake pipe in the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats of this utility model.
[0022] Figure 7 This is the front view of the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats of this utility model.
[0023] Figure 8 This is a utility model Figure 7 Cross-sectional view at point AA.
[0024] Figure 9 This is an isometric side view of the lower housing of the pneumatic lumbar support controller for seats of this utility model.
[0025] Among them, 1-upper shell, 2-foam, 3-sound-absorbing cotton, 4-air intake pipe, 5-rubber cover, 6-lower shell, 11-baffle, 12-first solenoid valve terminal mating part, 13-limiting groove, 41-first air intake pipe end, 42-second air intake pipe end, 43-third air intake pipe end, 44-fourth air intake pipe end, 61-honeycomb reinforcing rib, 62-wedge block, 63-second internal flow channel connection end, 64-internal flow channel, 65-third internal flow channel connection end, 66-air passage channel, 67-first internal flow channel connection end, 68-second solenoid valve terminal mating part, 69-reinforcing rib, 71-wiring terminal, 72-third solenoid valve group, 73-first solenoid valve group, 74-second solenoid valve group, 75-PCBA board. Detailed Implementation
[0026] The following is based on the appendix Figure 1-9 Further explanation of this utility model:
[0027] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. 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 scope of protection of this utility model.
[0028] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0030] like Figure 1-5As shown, the first embodiment of this utility model provides a pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat based on the prior art. It includes a lower housing 6, with honeycomb-shaped reinforcing ribs 61 at the bottom inner side. A PCBA board assembly is disposed inside the lower housing 6, and sound-absorbing cotton 3 and foam 2 are disposed on the PCBA board assembly. An air passage 66 is provided at one end of the lower housing 6, which is connected to a solenoid valve on the PCBA board assembly. The PCBA board assembly, sound-absorbing cotton 3, and foam 2 are sealed and fastened within the lower housing 6 by an upper housing 1. One end of the air passage 66 is connected to the outside, and the other end of the air passage 66 is sealed by a baffle 11 on the upper housing 1. This application, through the above structure, facilitates the combined use of multiple solenoid valves, effectively reducing the difficulty of disassembling and assembling the solenoid valve assembly and the overall design of the seat lumbar support controller, achieving the effects of simple structure, high integration, and small size.
[0031] Furthermore, the PCBA board assembly includes a PCBA board 75. A first solenoid valve group 73 and a second solenoid valve group 74 are respectively disposed near their two side edges on the PCBA board 75. A third solenoid valve group 72 is disposed on one side of the PCBA board 75 near the end of the second solenoid valve group 74. One end of the third solenoid valve group 72 is arranged adjacent to one end of the first solenoid valve group 73. A terminal block 71 is installed on one end of the PCBA board 75. Sound-absorbing cotton 3 is installed on the PCBA board 75 between the first solenoid valve group 73 and the second solenoid valve group 74. The foam 2 is attached to the top of the third solenoid valve group 72, the first solenoid valve group 73, and the second solenoid valve group 74. Installed between the first and second solenoid valve groups, the sound-absorbing cotton can directly absorb and block the mechanical vibration and fluid noise generated when the two solenoid valve groups are working, reducing the transmission of noise to the surrounding environment, lowering the overall noise level of the equipment during operation, and improving the acoustic conditions of the working environment. PCBA boards typically integrate various electronic components and circuits. Sound-absorbing cotton can play a certain role in buffering, reducing the impact of vibration generated by the solenoid valve assembly on the components and circuits on the PCBA board, reducing the risk of component loosening or desoldering caused by vibration, and improving the stability and reliability of the circuit system.
[0032] Sound-absorbing cotton generally has a certain degree of thermal insulation, which can, to some extent, prevent the heat generated by the solenoid valve assembly during operation from being rapidly transferred to the PCBA board. This helps maintain the operating temperature of electronic components on the PCBA board within a reasonable range, preventing overheating from adversely affecting circuit performance and lifespan, and thus playing a role in auxiliary thermal management. Some sound-absorbing cotton may also have certain electromagnetic shielding properties, which can reduce the impact of electromagnetic interference generated by the solenoid valve assembly on other electronic components and circuits on the PCBA board to a certain extent, improving the electromagnetic compatibility of the entire system.
[0033] The foam, when bonded to the top of the three solenoid valve assemblies, creates a good seal, preventing dust and debris from entering the assembly and affecting its normal operation. This reduces the probability of malfunctions and extends the lifespan of the solenoid valve assemblies. It also buffers vibrations during operation, reducing the impact on the valves themselves and their connections with other components. This not only helps protect the structural integrity of the valve assemblies but also reduces wear and fatigue caused by vibration, improving the stability and durability of the entire system. The foam typically has good insulation properties, forming an insulating layer between the solenoid valve assemblies and other components, preventing electrical short circuits and leakage, and improving the electrical safety of the equipment. The foam also has a certain heat conduction regulating effect, allowing for more even heat distribution among the three solenoid valve assemblies, preventing localized overheating, and helping to maintain the valve assemblies within a suitable operating temperature range, thus improving their efficiency and reliability. In addition to the primary noise reduction function of the sound-absorbing cotton, the foam bonded to the top of the solenoid valve assemblies also provides auxiliary noise reduction, further absorbing and blocking noise emitted by the valve assemblies, making the equipment operate more quietly.
[0034] like Figure 6-9 As shown, an internal flow channel 64 is provided at the bottom of the lower housing 6. The two first internal flow channel connection ends 67 of the internal flow channel 64 are connected to the air passage 66. The PCBA assembly also includes an air intake pipe 4. The first air intake pipe end 41 of the air intake pipe 4 is connected to the first solenoid valve group 73. The third air intake pipe end 43 of the air intake pipe 4 is connected to one end of the second solenoid valve group 74. The second air intake pipe end 42 of the air intake pipe 4 is connected to the second internal flow channel connection end 63 of the internal flow channel 64. The fourth air intake pipe end 44 of the air intake pipe 4 is connected to the third internal flow channel connection end 65 of the internal flow channel 64. The connection between the internal flow channel 64 and the air intake pipe 4 allows gas to be evenly distributed from the air intake pipe to the first solenoid valve group 73, the second solenoid valve group 74, and the internal flow channel of the lower housing through different connection ends, ensuring that each component receives a stable and appropriate amount of gas, which helps the various parts of the system work in a coordinated manner.
[0035] The upper housing 1 has a first solenoid valve terminal mating part 12 on each side, and the lower housing 6 has a second solenoid valve terminal mating part 68 on each side. The first solenoid valve terminal mating part 12 and the second solenoid valve terminal mating part 68 form an assembly position that fits into the first solenoid valve group 73 and the second solenoid valve group 74.
[0036] The lower housing 6 has at least one wedge-shaped block 62 on each of its two sides, and the upper housing 1 has at least one limiting groove 13 on each of its two sides that mates with the wedge-shaped block 62. A rubber cover 5 is installed between the other end of the air passage 66 and the baffle 11. Multiple reinforcing ribs 69 are arranged from one end to the other inside the air passage 66. The arrangement of multiple reinforcing ribs can effectively enhance the structural strength of the air passage, improve its compressive strength, prevent the air passage from deforming or being damaged under gas pressure, and ensure the normal use of the air passage and the smooth flow of gas. The reinforcing ribs can guide and turbulent the gas flow in the air passage, making the gas distribution in the passage more uniform, reducing the occurrence of eddies and airflow turbulence, improving the efficiency and stability of gas flow, and helping to improve the overall performance of the equipment. The presence of reinforcing ribs changes the natural frequency of the air passage, reducing the risk of resonance caused by gas flow during equipment operation, avoiding structural damage and noise generation caused by resonance, and improving the reliability and comfort of equipment operation.
[0037] The second embodiment of this utility model provides a vehicle based on the first embodiment, including a seat pneumatic lumbar support controller, wherein the seat pneumatic lumbar support controller is the same as the seat pneumatic lumbar support controller described in the first embodiment.
[0038] Although embodiments of this utility model have been disclosed above, they are not limited to the applications listed in the specification and embodiments. It can be applied to various fields suitable for this utility model. Other modifications can be readily implemented by those skilled in the art. Therefore, without departing from the general concept defined by the claims and their equivalents, this utility model is not limited to the specific details and examples shown and described herein.
Claims
1. A pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat, characterized in that, include: The lower housing (6) has a honeycomb-shaped reinforcing rib (61) at its inner bottom. A PCBA board assembly is provided inside the lower housing (6). Sound-absorbing cotton (3) and foam (2) are provided on the PCBA board assembly. An air passage (66) is provided at one end of the lower housing (6). The air passage (66) is connected to a solenoid valve on the PCBA board assembly. The PCBA board assembly, the sound-absorbing cotton (3), and the foam (2) are sealed and fastened inside the lower housing (6) by the upper housing (1). One end of the air passage (66) is connected to the outside. The other end of the air passage (66) is sealed by a baffle (11) of the upper housing (1).
2. The pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to claim 1, characterized in that, The PCBA board assembly includes a PCBA board (75). A first solenoid valve group (73) and a second solenoid valve group (74) are respectively arranged near the two sides of the PCBA board (75). A third solenoid valve group (72) is arranged on one side of the PCBA board (75) near the end of the second solenoid valve group (74). One end of the third solenoid valve group (72) is arranged adjacent to one end of the first solenoid valve group (73). A terminal block (71) is provided on one end of the PCBA board (75). The sound-absorbing cotton (3) is arranged on the PCBA board (75) between the first solenoid valve group (73) and the second solenoid valve group (74). The foam (2) is attached to the top of the third solenoid valve group (72), the first solenoid valve group (73), and the second solenoid valve group (74).
3. The pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lower housing (6) has an internal flow channel (64) at its bottom. The two first internal flow channel connection ends (67) of the internal flow channel (64) are connected to the air passage (66). The PCBA board assembly also includes an air intake pipe (4). The first air intake pipe end (41) of the air intake pipe (4) is connected to the first solenoid valve group (73). The third air intake pipe end (43) of the air intake pipe (4) is connected to one end of the second solenoid valve group (74). The second air intake pipe end (42) of the air intake pipe (4) is connected to the second internal flow channel connection end (63) of the internal flow channel (64). The fourth air intake pipe end (44) of the air intake pipe (4) is connected to the third internal flow channel connection end (65) of the internal flow channel (64).
4. The pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to claim 3, characterized in that, The upper housing (1) is provided with a first solenoid valve terminal mating part (12) on both sides, and the lower housing (6) is provided with a second solenoid valve terminal mating part (68) on both sides. The first solenoid valve terminal mating part (12) and the second solenoid valve terminal mating part (68) form an assembly position that fits into the first solenoid valve group (73) and the second solenoid valve group (74).
5. The pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lower housing (6) is provided with at least one wedge block (62) on each side, and the upper housing (1) is provided with at least one limiting groove (13) that cooperates with the wedge block (62) on each side.
6. The pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to claim 5, characterized in that, A rubber cover (5) is provided between the other end of the air passage (66) and the baffle (11).
7. The pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat according to claim 5, characterized in that, Multiple reinforcing ribs (69) are provided in the air passage (66) from one end to the other.
8. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes a pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat, wherein the pneumatic lumbar support controller for a seat is any one of the pneumatic lumbar support controllers described in any one of claims 1-7.