Sideslip pedal

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile parts, and relates to a sideslip pedal. The sideslip pedal is mainly composed of a support metal plate, a pedal supporting metal plate, a gear motor, a reversing gear box and other parts. The telescopic pedal is characterized in that the telescopic design is adopted, power is provided through a gear motor, and stable stretching and retracting of the pedal are achieved through a reversing gear box, a main transmission gear, a transmission rod assembly and the like. Bosses, clamping grooves and other structures are arranged at the bottom of the support metal plate, connection with a vehicle chassis and installation of parts are facilitated, and the water leakage grooves in the surface can effectively drain water. And the anti-skid pedal at the upper end of the pedal supporting metal plate ensures the trampling safety of passengers. The sideslip pedal is compact and reasonable in structure, the trafficability of a vehicle is improved, the convenience and safety of getting on and off the vehicle are enhanced, and better use experience is brought to a user.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of electric pedals, and more particularly to a side-sliding pedal. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of automotive technology, consumers are placing increasingly higher demands on the comfort, convenience, and safety of automobiles. As a crucial component of electric vehicles, the side steps play a significant role in enhancing the user experience. Traditional car side steps are primarily fixed structures, providing only basic entry and exit functions. Traditional side steps also have drawbacks in their motor drive layout; the complex and space-consuming motor drive structure makes it difficult to effectively lower the overall distance between the step and the ground. This not only affects the vehicle's passability but also, to some extent, its aesthetic appeal. From a practical standpoint, the low ground clearance makes the steps highly susceptible to collisions with road obstacles such as protruding stones and speed bumps, severely impacting passability. Furthermore, from an aesthetic perspective, the low step position disrupts the smoothness and harmony of the vehicle's overall lines, negatively affecting its appearance and failing to meet the modern consumer's dual demands for practicality and aesthetics in a car. Summary of the Invention

[0003] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model aims to provide a side-sliding pedal that solves the problems existing in the prior art. This new side-sliding pedal adopts a retractable design, achieving automatic extension and retraction of the pedal through the coordinated work of a reduction motor, a reversing gearbox, a transmission rod assembly, and a driven linkage assembly. When the vehicle is traveling on complex road conditions, the pedal can be retracted to avoid collision damage, while also reducing ground resistance and improving the overall vehicle performance. When passengers are getting on and off the vehicle, the pedal unfolds, providing convenient assistance. By changing the originally vertically mounted motor to a horizontally mounted design, and in conjunction with the reversing gearbox design, the overall distance between the pedal and the ground is effectively reduced. This not only improves the vehicle's passability but also makes the vehicle's appearance more harmonious and aesthetically pleasing, meeting the diverse needs of modern consumers for automotive accessories.

[0005] (II) Technical Solution

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a side-sliding pedal, comprising a bracket sheet metal and two sets of pedal support sheet metal, wherein a reduction motor is fixed to the lower end of the bracket sheet metal, a reversing gearbox is connected to the output end of the reduction motor, a main drive gear is connected to the output end of the reversing gearbox, a transmission rod assembly is connected to the lower end of the main drive gear, and a central driven linkage assembly and a side driven linkage assembly are movably arranged between the bracket sheet metal and the pedal support sheet metal.

[0007] Preferably, the bottom array of the bracket sheet metal is provided with bosses, and hinge holes are provided through the bosses.

[0008] Preferably, the bottom of the pedal support sheet metal is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove.

[0009] Preferably, an anti-slip pedal is fixed to the upper end of the pedal support sheet metal.

[0010] Preferably, the bottom of the anti-slip pedal is equipped with a buckle.

[0011] Preferably, the surface of the bracket sheet metal is provided with multiple sets of drainage grooves.

[0012] Preferably, the transmission rod assembly includes two interconnected transmission rods that are hinged together.

[0013] Preferably, both the central driven link assembly and the side driven link assembly are composed of multiple link sections hinged end to end.

[0014] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0015] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a side-sliding pedal. Its retractable design offers significant advantages over traditional fixed pedals in terms of improved ease of use. When the vehicle is in motion, the pedal automatically retracts, effectively preventing collisions with obstacles in complex road conditions, reducing the risk of damage, and also lowering wind resistance and energy consumption during vehicle operation. When passengers need to get on or off, the pedal quickly extends, providing convenient foot support and greatly improving ease of use, especially for the elderly, children, and passengers with mobility impairments, significantly enhancing the overall user experience. From a structural design and performance optimization perspective, this patent features innovative improvements to the motor drive layout. By flattening the motor drive and incorporating a reversing gearbox, the distance between the pedal and the ground is successfully reduced, improving vehicle passability and allowing the vehicle to handle various road conditions with greater ease. Simultaneously, the optimized transmission structure is simpler and more rational, reducing the number of parts and lowering production and maintenance costs. Moreover, the simplified transmission structure improves the stability and reliability of the entire system, reduces the probability of malfunctions, and extends the pedal's lifespan. In terms of aesthetics, the new sliding pedal design allows it to better conform to the vehicle body when retracted, without disrupting the overall smoothness and harmony of the vehicle's lines, thus enhancing its appearance and meeting modern consumers' pursuit of automotive aesthetics. Furthermore, the reinforced sheet metal support for the pedal and the special anti-slip texture design enhance the pedal's structural strength and anti-slip performance, ensuring passenger safety and meeting consumers' stringent requirements for vehicle safety. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall design of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of the entire utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the pedal support sheet metal of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-slip pedal in this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1-Sheet metal bracket, 2-Sheet metal pedal support, 3-Gear motor, 4-Reversing gearbox, 5-Main drive gear, 6-Transmission rod assembly, 7-Central driven linkage assembly, 8-Side driven linkage assembly, 9-Anti-slip pedal, 11-Boss, 12-Hinge hole, 13-Snap-fit ​​groove, 14-Drain groove, 61-Transmission rod, 91-Snap buckle. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The following will refer to the appendix in the example of this utility model. Figures 1-4The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are clearly and completely described. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. 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.

[0022] A side-sliding pedal includes: a bracket sheet metal 1 and two sets of pedal support sheet metal 2. A reduction motor 3 is fixed at the lower end of the bracket sheet metal 1. A reversing gearbox 4 is connected to the output end of the reduction motor 3. A main drive gear 5 is connected to the output end of the reversing gearbox 4. A transmission rod assembly 6 is connected to the lower end of the main drive gear 5. A central driven linkage assembly 7 and a side driven linkage assembly 8 are movably arranged between the bracket sheet metal 1 and the pedal support sheet metal 2.

[0023] The bracket sheet metal 1 serves as the basic support structure for the entire side sliding pedal, fixing and connecting other components. Bracket sheet metal 1 is securely connected to the vehicle chassis, ensuring the pedal remains stable during vehicle operation. Simultaneously, it provides mounting positions for components such as the geared motor 3, ensuring a rational and orderly system layout. The pedal support sheet metal 2 primarily supports the anti-slip pedal, creating a support platform for passengers. During the pedal's extension and retraction, the pedal support sheet metal 2, through its connection structure with bracket sheet metal 1, such as the central driven linkage assembly 7 and the side driven linkage assembly 8, achieves smooth movement, effectively ensuring passenger safety and convenience when getting on and off the vehicle. The geared motor 3, as the power source for the side sliding pedal, provides power to drive the entire pedal's extension and retraction. It converts electrical energy into mechanical energy and, by reducing speed and increasing torque, provides appropriate power output for the pedal's movement, enabling smooth extension and retraction. The reversing gearbox 4 changes the rotation direction of the geared motor 3's output shaft. Since the output direction of the geared motor 3 does not match the required movement direction of the pedal, the reversing gearbox 4, through its internal gear structure, converts the motor's rotation direction to match that of the main drive gear 5, achieving effective power transmission and direction adjustment, ensuring the pedal can extend and retract according to design requirements. The main drive gear 5 plays a transmission role in the transmission system, receiving power from the reversing gearbox 4 and transmitting it to the transmission rod assembly 6. The transmission rod assembly 6, composed of transmission rods, is responsible for converting the rotational motion of the main drive gear 5 into motion in other specific directions, thereby driving the pedal support sheet metal 2 to extend and retract. The transmission rods are hinged, allowing them to flexibly adjust their angles during movement to meet the pedal's movement requirements at different positions. The central driven linkage assembly 7 and the side driven linkage assembly 8 connect the bracket sheet metal 1 and the pedal support sheet metal 2, providing guidance and support during the pedal's extension and retraction. Through the mutual hinges and movement between the linkages, the pedal support sheet metal 2 can smoothly extend and retract along a predetermined trajectory, and in the extended state, it provides stable support for the pedal, ensuring passenger safety when stepping on it.

[0024] The bottom of the bracket sheet metal 1 is provided with bosses 11, and hinge holes 12 are provided through the bosses 11. Multiple sets of drainage grooves 14 are provided on the surface of the bracket sheet metal 1. These bosses and hinge holes are nodes for connecting other moving parts. The bosses 11 protrude downwards, forming grooves on top, which mainly provide space for nuts. When installing the bracket sheet metal 1 to the vehicle chassis, the nuts are placed in the grooves, which avoids direct friction between the nuts and the chassis, protecting the chassis from scratches and ensuring installation stability. Simultaneously, the hinge holes 12 through the bosses 11 are nodes for connecting other moving parts. The central driven link assembly 7 and the side driven link assembly 8 are hinged to the bosses 11 through the hinge holes 12 via connecting parts such as pins, allowing the pedal support sheet metal 2 to rotate flexibly around these hinge points, thereby realizing the extension and retraction of the pedal. This hinge structure ensures the smoothness and stability of the pedal movement, enabling the pedal to accurately reach the predetermined position in different states. The multiple drainage grooves 14 on the surface of the bracket sheet metal 1 play a crucial role in drainage. During daily use, the pedal may come into contact with water, such as rainwater or car wash water. If moisture accumulates on the bracket sheet metal 1, it may cause rust and corrosion, affecting the overall lifespan and structural strength of the pedal. The drainage grooves 14 guide water to drain quickly, preventing moisture from remaining on the bracket sheet metal 1 for extended periods, effectively protecting the bracket sheet metal 1 and other components mounted on it, and extending the overall lifespan of the side-sliding pedal.

[0025] An anti-slip pedal 9 is fixed to the upper end of the pedal support sheet metal 2. A buckle 91 is provided at the bottom of the anti-slip pedal 9. The anti-slip pedal 9, fixed to the upper end of the pedal support sheet metal 2, primarily provides a safe stepping surface for passengers. The surface of the anti-slip pedal 9 is designed with a special texture or material to increase friction with the soles of shoes, effectively preventing passengers from slipping even in wet, muddy, or other harsh environments, ensuring passenger safety when getting on and off the vehicle. Simultaneously, it directly bears the weight of passengers and possesses sufficient strength and durability to withstand frequent stepping. The snap-fit ​​groove 13 at the bottom of the pedal support sheet metal 2 is mainly used for engaging with the buckle on the anti-slip pedal. When installing the anti-slip pedal, the buckle at the bottom of the anti-slip pedal can precisely engage with the snap-fit ​​groove 13 at the bottom of the pedal support sheet metal 2. This snap-fit ​​method allows for quick and secure fixing of the anti-slip pedal to the upper end of the pedal support sheet metal 2. It not only makes the installation process of the anti-slip pedal simpler and more efficient, but also enhances the firmness of the connection between the anti-slip pedal and the pedal support sheet metal 2, ensuring that the anti-slip pedal will not easily shift or fall off during passenger use, thus ensuring passenger safety.

[0026] The transmission rod assembly 6 consists of two interconnected and hinged transmission rods 61. It plays a crucial role in the entire side-sliding pedal transmission system, converting the rotational motion of the main transmission gear 5 into linear motion in a specific direction. The hinged structure between the transmission rods 61 allows for flexible angle adjustment to adapt to the pedal's movement requirements at different positions, thereby smoothly extending and retracting the pedal support sheet metal 2, ensuring the pedal unfolds and retracts accurately according to design requirements. The central driven linkage assembly 7 and the side driven linkage assembly 8 are both composed of multi-section linkages hinged end-to-end. They connect the bracket sheet metal 1 and the pedal support sheet metal 2, playing a dual role of guidance and support during pedal extension and retraction. When the pedal unfolds or retracts, the linkage assembly guides the pedal support sheet metal 2 along a predetermined trajectory through its hinged movement, ensuring the accuracy and stability of the pedal movement. Furthermore, when the pedal is unfolded to its usable state, they provide reliable support, ensuring the pedal can bear the passenger's weight and guaranteeing passenger safety during use.

[0027] Working principle:

[0028] When the side slide pedal needs to be extended or retracted, the geared motor 3 starts working, converting electrical energy into mechanical energy and outputting power at a certain speed and torque. The output end of the geared motor 3 is connected to the reversing gearbox 4, which changes the direction of power transmission to match the direction required for pedal movement. The power adjusted by the reversing gearbox 4 is transmitted to the main drive gear 5. After receiving the power, the main drive gear 5 transmits its rotational motion to the transmission rod assembly 6. The transmission rod assembly 6 consists of two interconnected and hinged transmission rods 61, which can convert the rotational motion of the main drive gear 5 into linear motion in a specific direction. Because the transmission rods 61 are hinged, their angles can be flexibly adjusted during movement to adapt to the pedal's movement requirements at different positions.

[0029] The linear motion of the transmission rod assembly 6 drives the pedal support sheet metal 2 to move. The pedal support sheet metal 2 and the bracket sheet metal 1 are movably connected via the central driven linkage assembly 7 and the side driven linkage assembly 8. When the transmission rod assembly 6 pushes the pedal support sheet metal 2, the central driven linkage assembly 7 and the side driven linkage assembly 8 guide the pedal support sheet metal 2 to smoothly unfold or retract along a predetermined trajectory through their own hinged movement, ensuring the accuracy and stability of the pedal movement.

[0030] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art 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 appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A side-sliding pedal, characterized in that, The system includes a bracket sheet metal (1) and two sets of pedal support sheet metal (2). A geared motor (3) is fixed at the lower end of the bracket sheet metal (1). A reversing gearbox (4) is connected to the output end of the geared motor (3). A main drive gear (5) is connected to the output end of the reversing gearbox (4). A transmission rod assembly (6) is connected to the lower end of the main drive gear (5). A central driven linkage assembly (7) and a side driven linkage assembly (8) are movably arranged between the bracket sheet metal (1) and the pedal support sheet metal (2). The bottom array of the bracket sheet metal (1) is provided with bosses (11), and hinge holes (12) are provided through the bosses (11).

2. A side-sliding pedal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the pedal support sheet metal (2) is provided with a snap-fit ​​groove (13).

3. A side-sliding pedal according to claim 1, characterized in that, An anti-slip pedal (9) is fixed to the upper end of the pedal support sheet metal (2).

4. A side-sliding pedal according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the anti-slip pedal (9) is provided with a buckle (91).

5. A side-sliding pedal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the bracket sheet metal (1) is provided with multiple sets of drainage grooves (14).

6. A side-sliding pedal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transmission rod assembly (6) includes two interconnected transmission rods (61), which are hinged together.

7. A side-sliding pedal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The central driven link assembly (7) and the side driven link assembly (8) are composed of multiple link sections hinged end to end.

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